5.0

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,000 miles

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problem #2

Jan 142003

Explorer

  • 40,000 miles
The second row seat belts will not unlock once buckle is latched. Also, the tail light lenses continued to fill with water, causing the bulbs to explode. Dealer will not repair the seat belts or the tail lights without the consumer paying for the parts or labor.

- Lake Orion, MI, USA

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problem #1

Aug 312000

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
Rear middle seating position does not have a seat belt. Consumer has contacted both dealer and the manufacturer. Manufacturer stated they have not manufactured a seat belt for that seating position.

- Sheridan, IL, USA

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