10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
90,516 miles

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problem #2

Apr 132005

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 27,837 miles
Three wheels on my 2003 Ford Explorer were replaced due to cracking of the "chrome" finish in the hub area, the 4th was not done since there was no cracking at that time; it now requires replacement. I am dealing with that at this point but I am concerned that this cracking may be more than the finish material; it may be the casting itself. If this is the case this could be a serious problem. I am curious if there have been any other reports of this and should this warrant an investigation by your department. The numbers for this wheel, from the dealer work order, are: 3L2Z-1007-ka and A801881.

- Holliston, MA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 252003

Explorer

  • 4,000 miles
While driving, the front right wheel pinion disengaged.

- Flint, MI, USA

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