5.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,200 miles

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problem #3

May 022006

Explorer 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles
I have two issues with a 2004 Ford Explorer. First issue the system that notifies tire pressure has failed multiple times. The indicator lights go on or off when the tires are properly inflated or not properly inflated. Vehicle is still under original warranty. Dealership will not fix or check the sensors associated with this area they can not recreate the issue. I have documentation from passengers and another tire company of the issue happening. Second issue. 2004 Ford Explorer stalled while turning braking and steering locked up. Identical reaction as to the problem stated in the failure of the camshaft position sensor in other vehicles from Ford that is being investigated.

- Chewelah, WA, USA

problem #2

Jan 112005

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 25,600 miles
I purchashed my 2004 Ford Explorer on January 11, 2005. After the first week I had to take it back to the service department of the dealership, on Saturday, January 22, 2005. I informed them that the transmission is lagging when automatically shifting and that sometimes there is a loud clunk during the automatic shifting and especially when putting the car in reverse. Also the tire pressure warning light has been coming on; so they checked that and said that they replaced the sensors. That light is still staying on. As for the transmission, I was informed that there is a manufacturer defect and that they were going to order the parts to fix it. As of January 31, 2005, the parts still have not come in. In the meantime I am having to continue to drive this vehicle and the problem seems to be getting worse. I do quite a bit of driving on the highway to get back and forth to work and I am very concerned about the transmission as well as the tire pressure.

- Lynchburg, VA, USA

problem #1

Oct 162004

Explorer 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 5,000 miles
Steering feels like the power steering unit is not up to speed or the 4 wd is engaged during low speed turns like in shopping center parking lots or tight turns on off ramps.

- Pottstown, PA, USA