9.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$533.00
Average Mileage:
89,263 miles
Total Complaints:
4 complaints
Most common solutions:
- relace both front wheel bearings (4 reports)
wheels / hubs problem
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2009Apr 15
Explorer XLT 4.0L
- Automatic transmission
- 65,000 miles
Both hubs were humming away. Neither one had any play in them. I replaced both.
2009Feb 11
Explorer XLT 4.0L V6
- Automatic transmission
- 113,000 miles
Bought this ford 2 years ago and so far I've changed both wheel bearings and the engine. I'm a single mother with 2 kids and not a great paying job so I've had to sacrifice a lot to fix this.
2007Apr 05
(reported on)Explorer XLT V6
- Automatic transmission
- 45,500 miles
Both front wheel bearings were defective and replaced at 45,500 miles. The dealer was absolutely untrustworthy - also diagnosed defective ring and pinion gear which is not the case. Had the bearings replaced at an independent shop. Ford Motor Company unresponsive as no recalls, warranty ... in place.
Explorer has a history of engine, transmission and running gear issues +++ which should have taken the vehicle out of production. I had great experiences with the previous 5 Fords I purchased new like this one. I figured Ford had enough time to get the Explorer fixed, but I guess not. Apparently , Fords now are unreliable across the line and Ford's issues prevent it from backing up its product. Add my name to the "never again" Ford Motor Company list.
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2009Jan 01
Explorer 3.2L V6
I have had to replace the front wheel bearings three times.
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Welch, WV, USA
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