3.4

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,066 miles

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problem #2

Feb 122004

(reported on)

Explorer 6-cyl

  • 78,132 miles
Consumer is a victim of odometer fraud, encountering problems with the vehicle that's uncharacteristic for the mileage on the vehicle. (nar) exhaust system, ball joint, and instrument panel had to be replaced.

- Great Falls, MT, USA

problem #1

Nov 092000

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
Tire placard is not required in SUV's, owners are advised to take SUV to a shipping company or an inspection station to get the vehicle's correct weight.

- Ramona, CA, USA