10.0

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

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problem #2

Jun 052003

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
When the rear seats were folded down, the buttons failed to lock the seat in place to enlarge the trunk area. This caused the seat to be at least 7 inches off the floor. The consumer took the vehicle to several dealerships and was finally told the seat was not designed to lock securely into place.

- Bristol, RI, USA

problem #1

Nov 172000

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Rear seat loose not acceptable for installation of a child safety seat. Dealer refused to fix said it was not a defect or safety issue because the child would be secured to the floor. The seat being loose would not effect their safety.

- Tucson, AZ, USA