Ford Explorer transmission problems

transmission problem

9.3

really awful

Typical Repair Cost:

no data

Average Mileage:

98,333 miles

Number of complaints:

3 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. not sure (3 reports)

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problem #3

2008Oct 21

Explorer 4.0L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 20,000 miles

I have a 1996 Ford Explorer, i put a new transmission in it 22 days ago, and a new speed sensor in 5 days ago and it still slips out of gear, won;t go over 65 whats the deal ford, your not paying enough money for workers to get it right? Whats wrong with it now? I'd like to know???Does anyone know what to do next???

Mark N.

Shelbyville, IN, USA

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problem #2

2007Jun 12

Explorer Eddie Bauser V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 120,000 miles

I have a 1996 Ford Explorer with a Switch Solenoid issue. Engine light is always on and so is the flashing O/D light. I'm unable to pass my emissions test unless I fork out $1800 to fix this or $200 to get an extension for registration purposes. With the rising price of fuel, and lack of good jobs, I'm just unable to afford any of this. However, since seeing the number of people with similar issues is very surprising, almost shocking. Ford really needs to step up and resolve this issue....Life really sucks without a complete running car

Troy K.

Boise, ID, USA

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problem #1

2007Sep 19

(reported on)

Explorer Sport V6

  • Automatic transmission
  • 155,000 miles

When i put my car in reverse, about half the time it slips out of gear and makes a horrible loud embarrassing noise, so i have to put it back in neutral for a few secs and try again. One time i was on the highway and it slipped out of gear, this is a horrible problem. I have had almost everything go wrong with this car, i got it with a new transmission, i replaced alternator, spark plugs, battery, radiator, all brakes, and the car is still a piece of junk. But i love it for some reason...

kristyn

Melrose, MA, USA

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