10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
9 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
7 / 0
Average Mileage:
9,159 miles

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problem #13

Sep 012000

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
While driving vehicle stalled and died. Driver applied brakes and vehicle would surge suddenly. Dealer has inspected the vehicle and replaced wires. Problem has reoccurred.

- East Berlin, PA, USA

problem #12

Feb 171999

Explorer

  • miles
First occurre 2/17/1999 when shaking and vibration occured when you were above 45 miles per hour and depressed the brakes. My Ford dealership replaced three tires and trued the rotors. (does not state how many trued) second occurre 04/22/2000, when the shaking and vibration returned. Since my dealereship is not opened on Saturday's, I took it to another Ford dealership. Again they turned the rotors and gave no explaination to why we are having this problem. I am very concernced of the safety and reliability of the brake system. Has anyone else had this problem" do I need to do something else to get this corrected for good"

- Dallas, GA, USA

problem #11

Feb 171999

Explorer

  • miles
First occurrence 2/17/1999 when shaking and vibration occurred when you were above 45 miles per hour and depressed the brakes. My Ford dealership replaced three tires and turned the rotors. (does not state how many trued) second occurrence 04/22/2000, when the shaking and vibration returned. Since my dealereship is not opened on Saturday's, I took it to another Ford dealership. Again they turned the rotors and gave no explaination to why we are having this problem. I am very concernced of the safety and reliability of the brake system. Has anyone else had this problem" do I need to do something else to get this corrected for good"

- Dallas, GA, USA

problem #10

Dec 131999

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving ounder wet or slushy conditions front braking system malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to pull to right which resulted in a crash. Mechanic said it was due to a defective front right rotor.

- Newport, WA, USA

problem #9

Dec 301999

Explorer

  • miles
When the brakes were applied pedal became hard, causing extended stopping which resulted in a collision. Vehicle was totalled. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #8

Sep 021999

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Had heard a high pitch squealing noise. Brakes became mushy. Heard a clunking noise, brakes still mushy. Finally no brakes at all. A bolt fell out of brake pads. Entire brakes system became damaged.

- Scottsdale, AZ, USA

problem #7

Sep 301999

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When coming to a stop, the engine would go into rapid acceleration and the rpms would go way up. The truck would continue to move forward even when apllying the brakes. The truck would only stop when the driver puts the truck in park and completely turn truck off. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem. The truck was a rental from enterprise.

- Northridge, CA, USA

problem #6

Sep 131999

Explorer

  • miles
Had received notice 99V123000. Contacted dealer & set appointment. Was informed no parts available. Would notify when parts were in. Heard nothing. Contacted dealer & made another appointment. Took vehicle in on date. After arriving, was informed by mechanic no parts. Dealer could not provide loaner until parts are available.

- Tarboro, NC, USA

problem #5

Aug 261999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
When applying brakes between 45 to 50mph vehicle pulls to the left. Dealer has seen vehicle 4 times, and replaced pads/rotors, and calipers. Problem still exists.

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #4

Jun 241999

Explorer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Was going up an incline with foot on brakes, released brakes while still in drive. The vehicle started to go backwards, as if in reverse gear.

- Ashville, NC, USA

problem #3

Jul 301999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
Windshield wipers will come on unexpectedly, causing distraction to driver. Also, brakes keep squeaking.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #2

Mar 291999

Explorer

  • miles
Fumes coming from the exhaust system are so strong that consumer is unable to drive with the windows down. The dealer is not able to correct this problem. Also, when taking foot off brake pedal, brakes do not release completely. This happens during normal braking, no inclement weather. Brake booster was replaced. Consumer still experiencing the same problem.

- Princess Ann, MD, USA

problem #1

Mar 311999

Explorer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving and when stepping on brakes pedal to stop or reduce speed, the vehicle starts vibrating from the front to steering wheel. Dealer has not found the problem that caused it.

- Crosby, TX, USA