10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Oct 051999

(reported on)

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Engine noise noticed on second day of ownership. Noise happens when accelerating from a stop or low speed. Also, a metal flapping sound coming from under the hood when driving at high speeds. Dealer has been contacted. My Explorer has been in the shop 3 times for this problem. The first time they ha it overnight and said that they didn't hear the noise. The second time Ford issued a service bulletin and we were called by the dealer to bring it in again. This time they said they heard the noise and were going to come up with a fix or replace the engine, and they would notify me within 90 days as to what they were going to do. I had to call the dealer in 90 days and they said Ford will not fix the problem because it will not affect the longevity or performance of the engine. Is there any information on this. Please advise

- Anna, OH, USA

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problem #2

Jun 211999

Explorer

  • miles
The engine makes noises similar to a diesel engine. Ford supposedly has an internal bulletin on the problem. I believe that Ford was aware of the problem prior to selling the vehicle. They have agreed to replace the engine but not to replace the vehicle. I expect that this problem exist in many Ford Explorer.

- Gretna, LA, USA

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problem #1

Apr 121999

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Vehicle experiencing hard start and has to be push started. Nlm

- Highland L, NJ, USA

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