2019 FORD EXPLORER PROBLEMS

2019 FORD EXPLORER PROBLEMS

Model Trims

Explorer 2.3 EcoBoost (280 Hp) 4WD Automatic

Explorer 2.3 EcoBoost (280 Hp) Automatic

Explorer 3.5 EcoBoost V6 (365 Hp) 4WD Automatic

Explorer 3.5 Ti-VCT V6 (290 Hp) 4WD Automatic

Explorer 3.5 Ti-VCT V6 (290 Hp) Automatic

Explorer 2.3 EcoBoost (300 Hp) Automatic

Explorer 2.3 EcoBoost (300 Hp) AWD Automatic

Explorer 3.0 EcoBoost V6 (457 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid i-AWD Automatic

Explorer 3.3 V6 (318 Hp) Hybrid SelectShift

Explorer Platinum 3.0 V6 (365 Hp) AWD Automatic

2019 FORD EXPLORER PROBLEMS

Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Electrical/Software:

    • OEM Ford Gen 4 SYNC 3 Nav APIM malfunctioning
    • Backup camera failure, especially in cold weather
    • Carbon monoxide smell in cabin
    • Key pad melting
    • Horn not functioning properly
    • Burning smell or exhaust fumes leaking into cabin while driving
    • Rough shifting and transmission issues
    • Battery system fault in high temperatures
    • Charge System Fault appearing in high temperatures

  • 2. Safety Systems:

    • HORN unknowingly stopped working
    • 2nd row seat belt malfunctioned during rear-end collision
    • Rear toe link issues and bushing problems
    • Strength concerns with wheel lugs and control arms

  • 3. Body/Structural:

    • Roof rail detachment/recurrence issue
    • Roof rail covers detaching
    • Trim pieces around windshield coming loose
    • A-pillar and B-pillar trim detachment/flaking issues
    • Exterior windshield moulding breaking off
    • Stabilizer arm and frame control failure
    • Windshield weather stripping disintegrating
    • Control arm breaking and steering failure

  • 4. Tire/Wheel:

    • Hankook tire issues and failures

  • 5. Miscellaneous:

    • Powertrain light on due to battery and powertrain issues
    • Timing and torque converter malfunctions causing rough driving
    • Rough idle, loss of power steering, and mechanical issues

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