3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
44,733 miles

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problem #3

Jun 262006

Explorer 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 62,114 miles
I was having excessive road noise and car was not handling properly due to a bad driver's side wheel hub assembly.

- Louisville, KY, USA

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problem #2

Dec 042004

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 41,000 miles
Whining noise coming from rear became louder 41,000 mile on odo dealer advised rear wheel bearings seals and strut inserts, we had the repairs made $1000 one year later we noticed more noise and chatter when turning, dealer advised rear differential needs rebuild, and new clutch packs. We are having the repairs made at this time. These are expensive problems Ford should be held responsible.

- Buffalo Grove, IL, USA

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problem #1

Mar 262005

Explorer 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 31,084 miles
While driving at interstate speed, the vehicle began to vibrate. When I pulled off the interstate, I noticed that 3 of the 5 threaded lugs were broken on the right rear wheel. I had to be towed on a flatbed towing vehicle to a Ford dealership for repairs. The dealership replaced the wheel assembly, hub assembly brake shield and lug nuts. It should be noted that the wheels were rotated on March 11, 2005 by a local Ford dealer prior to the incident.

- Franklin, IN, USA

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