10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,335 miles

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problem #3

Nov 202007

Explorer 6-cyl

  • 16,000 miles
Vehicle accident two occupants both had seatbelts on, both had airbag deployed and both still struck windshield. Accident occurred in November and as of may one occupant is still removing glass from arms and legs. Ford will not respond to E-mails requesting why seatbelt and airbags did not prevent occupants from striking windshield.

- Rangeley, ME, USA

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problem #2

Apr 112006

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1 miles
: the contact stated there is a severe windshield glare coming from the dashboard. The dealer inspected the vehicle and determined the vehicle functions properly. Updated 5/10/2006 - the dashboard reflected onto the windshield and covered about 70% of the windshield.

- New Berlin, WI, USA

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problem #1

Mar 132006

Explorer 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 5 miles
Fuel level and engine temperature gauges are almost impossible to read in daylight, requiring a driver to take his/her eyes from the road for an excessive period of time. This creates a potentially dangerous situation while driving a 2006 Ford Explorer.

- Waterford, ME, USA

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