10.0

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

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problem #2

Oct 172004

Explorer Sport Trac 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 0 miles
1 at approximately 45 mph vehicle went into a slide right rear axel broke off causing a rollover this occurred on wet pavement ! 2 drivers seat went into the reclining position, ejecting the driver into the rear seat causing his head to go through the passenger side rear door glass, braking bones in his left hand, contusions and severe trauma to head and neck medical records and pictures available ! 3 the vehicle was a total loss. I am in possession of the failed seat it was repaired prior to the accident because of a factory defect Ford Motor Co notified there has been no personal contact by their rep.

- Banning, CA, USA

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problem #1

Aug 302002

Explorer Sport Trac

  • miles
Driver 's side seat recliner bolt broke. Brakes squealed constantly. Replaced left rear axle and seal. The consumer stated that while driving he smelled something burning and saw the vehicle was filled with smoke in the bed area from the brakes on passenger side. It was discovered that the brakes were too tight.

- Altamonte Springs, FL, USA

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