3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
44,697 miles

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problem #3

Jan 012012

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • 10,585 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that both rear coil springs fractured. The rear passenger side coil spring failed first and was repaired. The rear driver's side coil spring was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,585 and the current mileage was 129,000. Updated 02/27/12 updated 02/28/12

- Midland , MI, USA

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problem #2

Jul 012010

Explorer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 78,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer. The contact noticed that the passenger side rear coil spring was abnormally covered by an unknown plastic sheet. The dealer was notified and informed the contact that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The contact did not inform the manufacturer of the failure. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who advised the contact that the rear coil spring would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was approximately 80,000 and the failure mileage was 78,000. Updated 02/03/11 updated 02/04/11

- West Hartford, CT, USA

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problem #1

Jun 272007

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,506 miles
Reference my 2003 Ford Explorer 4X4. Right rear spring is broken. Vehicle only has 45,506 miles.

- North Royalton, OH, USA

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