5.1

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
19,333 miles

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problem #3

Aug 162004

Explorer 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 58,000 miles
While driving 15 mph, the spare tire cable broke, causing the spare tire to fall off into the street from underneath the truck. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed consumer that part was not covered under a recall.

- Taos, NM, USA

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problem #2

Jun 142002

Explorer

  • miles
I have the warranty and they will not cover. I am driving without a spare tire.

- Norwalk, CA, USA

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problem #1

Feb 092002

Explorer

  • miles
While driving 70mph right rear tire deflated. Tire had a cut in it. Contacted dealer, Michelin tire.please add tire size and dot.

- Miami Lake, FL, USA

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