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CarComplaints.com Notes: The previous generation of Explorer was so awful that the redesign in 2006 was greeted with much optimism. That didn't last long.
The transmission continues to be the Explorer's worst reliability problem. Owners report shifting hard & lunging, typically starting as low as 40k miles with a $1,600 average repair bill. On top of that, the radiator is prone to failure around 60k miles. Repairs for the radiator run $500 to $1,000 & many owners report they've had to replace the radiator multiple times for leaks, indicating a possible design defect in the OEM replacement parts.
Ford did make some significant changes to improve handling and safety. Electronic stability control was added in addition to side impact air bags, but beyond that this is a vehicle that should be avoided at all costs.
9.0
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 58,700 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 6 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (5 reports)
- replace blender actuator gears (1 reports)
AC / heater problem
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So, rotating the hot/cold climate controller offers the repetitive banging behind the dash, actually the gears for the door are stripped. By turning on the fan at high it may close the door by pushing it with air. The cold never has worked since bought though the plumbing is fine, gotta be part of the blend door issue-heater is fine.
- Jason O., Walla Walla, WA, US