10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #5

May 152006

Explorer

  • miles
: the contact stated that the harness clip cracked, and also the harness buckle would not lock into place, which allows the child to get out.

- North Tonawanda, NY, USA

problem #4

May 251999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
I am having trouble finding a car seat that fits the middle of the back seat. My child is 8 months of age and needs to be rear facing. For some reason the larger car seats do seem to fit securly, no matter what we do it's very loose. Is there a listing of approved car seats for our vehicle. Thank you.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #3

Feb 061997

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
Integrated child safety seat is located against the right rear door, presenting possibility of child's fingers/arms of legs getting shut in door.

- Ortonville, MI, USA

problem #2

Nov 181996

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Design flaw with child safety seat, allowing child's left leg to slip off seat.

- Oregon City, OR, USA

problem #1

Nov 181996

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Built in child seat design allows child's leg to slip out of seat/hang between door and sear, also design of seat belt buckle on child seat causes discomfort/pain for children.

- Oregon City, OR, USA