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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2002-2005 Explorer has a very well-established record of expensive transmission failure at under 100k miles. The Explorer has an enclosed transmission which is typically replaced with a rebuilt transmission at a cost of almost $3,000.
Adding insult to injury, the 2002-2005 Explorer also has a massive problem with the rear panel cracking. While it's a minor annoyance compared to transmission failure, ironically the crack usually goes right through the Ford logo.
9.3
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 111,450 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 3 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (3 reports)
body / paint problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
In 2007 I purchased a 2005 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer series with 36,000kms on it. It was approximately a year to a year and a half later I noticed the paint peeling on the roof. Over the years the paint has bubbled and peeled all over the vehicle especially the quarter panels, rocker panels, back doors, lift gate etc. I am in need of a new vehicle but I will have to spend money on a new paint job in order to sell the old one. I am not going to get any more money for the explorer but no one will ever buy it looking like this. It is a shame that such an expensive vehicle was given such a inexpensive paint job. I am sure when people see me driving around and look at the paint it will make them think twice about buying a Ford.
- Pam L., EMERYVILLE, Canada