10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 2
Average Mileage:
10,209 miles

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problem #8

Jun 031999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
This is in addition to previous communication... I have very strong evidence that, Ford is not only negligent in not admitting wrong doing and, or just doing what it takes to fix my vehicle. I can see now, with your website info and information recently given to me, that there is gross negligence in other service issues and a "buyback" (recently learned procedure) which should have taken place on my 1995 Ford Explorer bought from sharp Ford which had very serious problems. Then, further insult to injury, I am being told that there was a "disappearing trade-in" (another recently learned term) on that 1995 Explorer. Please try to contact me or have one of your representatives do so to try and stop this from happening to others. No afety defect listed.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #7

Mar 041999

(reported on)

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
According to NHTSA my car has had recalls but delear says their aren't any I was just looking for some help, thank you

- Pawling, NY, USA

problem #6

Apr 011998

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
The vehicle was taken to be fixed. After it was picked up. I have found out that the window is still defective and I am finding problems with other parts as well.

- E.Hanover, NJ, USA

problem #5

Sep 141996

Explorer

  • miles
Gauge cluster failed.

- Pt. Pleasant, NJ, USA

problem #4

Oct 011996

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Evaporation system keeps failing, causing gas fumes to come into vehicle and overflow gas from top of tank. Also engine check light keeps coming on.

- Washington, WV, USA

problem #3

Sep 231996

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine light on continually.

- La Puente, CA, USA

problem #2

Jan 021997

Explorer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Compass inoperative.

- Paramount, CA, USA

problem #1

Sep 231996

Explorer

  • miles
Check engine light came on while driving, also brake caliper failed, vehicle would shift from lane to lane.

- Houston, TX, USA