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Average Mileage:
112,000 miles
Total Complaints:
3 complaints
Most common solutions:
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accessories - exterior problem
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2008Jul 30
Explorer 4.0L Sohc
- Automatic transmission
- 89,000 miles
The drivers door will not unlock by the remote, the key, or the inside handle. The latch assy seems to be jammed. I have removed the top of the inside panel and all the linkages to the latch appear OK. The remote unlock tries to unlock but fails. This problem started 1-2 weeks ago as the drivers door not unlocking with the remote. The key lock was hard to turn. Then the remote would not unlock and only the inside handle was able to stubbornly open the door. Now the door cannot be opened by any means. At 6-4, 250 lbs, I am sure to break something inside from having to crawl over the center console. I have seen these door latch problems mentioned on this site and many others, across several model years.
Dear Ford Engineers,
I have a Better Idea - DESIGN A NEW LATCH!
2008Mar 17
Explorer Limited 4.0L V8
- Automatic transmission
- 107,000 miles
As has been stated in previous complaints, the driver's door will not unlock and/or open and must be entered and exited by the driver over the console. Have already replaced both of the rear door handles. My first Ford in 44 years and may be my last.
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2009Feb 10
Explorer Eddie Bauer V6
Same problem. Driver's side door is stuck locked and I broke the inside door handle trying to open the door. Everyday I have to jump over the passenger seat and console to get in and out of the car. Did I mention that I am 7 months pregnant?!?! I took the truck to a Ford Dealership in Saginaw, Michigan and waited for about 2 hours to have it repaired. Just when I think the problem is solved, the service manager comes to inform me that he nor his employees can even get the door open!!! He said he would need more time with my car but I have yet to find a few days to be without a vehicle. This is a real pain in the neck!! I am thinking of just calling a locksmith to unlock the door and then taking it to have it fixed. Any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated!
Bethany K.
Saginaw, MI, USA
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