2022 FORD EXPLORER PROBLEMS

Model Trims
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
Explorer ST 3.0 V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic

Issues by Year
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Malfunction Modules
Complaints and Common Faults
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1. Braking System Problems:
- Brakes failing to engage on multiple occasions, causing accidents and near-accidents.
- Transmission gear shifting issues leading to shuddering and jolting.
- Vehicle shut off multiple times within first months after purchase, unresolved by dealership.
- APIM Module failure causing loss of safety features and center console display.
- Brakes failing to engage on multiple occasions, causing accidents and near-accidents.
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2. Suspension/Shock Absorber Problems:
- Rear shocks leaking and needing replacement, posing safety concerns.
- Aftermarket suspension part issues causing rattling noise on bumpy roads.
- Rear end bolt recall causing severe vibrations, risk of vehicle being disabled.
- Rear suspension cross-member bolt recall issue.
- Rear shocks leaking and needing replacement, posing safety concerns.
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3. Exhaust System Problems:
- Strong exhaust fumes entering cabin while driving, intermittent issue.
- Blue smoke emission on cold starts, indicating turbo seal issues and engine failure.
- Blue smoke pouring out of exhaust, turbo seal issues on both sides.
- Exhaust smell and gas fumes causing discomfort and potential safety hazard.
- Strong exhaust fumes entering cabin while driving, intermittent issue.
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4. Gear Shift Problems:
- Delay in transmission engagement from drive to reverse, creating safety risks.
- Significant delay in engaging reverse gear, dangerous when attempting to back up.
- Transmission rough shifting, delay in gear engagement, leading to unsafe driving conditions.
- Transmission not shifting smoothly, causing delays and jerking movements.
- Delay in transmission engagement from drive to reverse, creating safety risks.
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5. Miscellaneous Problems:
- Cruise control malfunction leading to sudden speed increases, hazardous during driving.
- Hood latch failure causing hood to fold back and impact windshield.
- Sunroof/moonroof shattering while driving at high speeds, posing safety risks.
- Steering wheel moving on its own, creating potential hazards while driving.
- Issues with windshield wipers functioning effectively, affecting visibility in rainy conditions.
- Cruise control malfunction leading to sudden speed increases, hazardous during driving.
Other Models
- Aerostar Number of complaints: 3018
- Aspire Number of complaints: 278
- Bronco Number of complaints: 1374
- Bronco II Number of complaints: 257
- Bronco Sport Number of complaints: 534
- C-Max Number of complaints: 363
- C-Max Energi Number of complaints: 127
- C-Max Hybrid Number of complaints: 172
- Contour Number of complaints: 4342
- Crown Victoria Number of complaints: 3490
- E-150 Number of complaints: 1375
- E-250 Number of complaints: 427
- E-350 Number of complaints: 1416
- E-450 Number of complaints: 483
- E-550 Number of complaints: 91
- EcoSport Number of complaints: 1081
- Edge Number of complaints: 13049
- Escape Number of complaints: 27892
- Escape Hybrid Number of complaints: 1666
- Escort Number of complaints: 4937
- Escort ZX2 Number of complaints: 91
- Excursion Number of complaints: 1344
- Expedition Number of complaints: 9654
- Explorer Number of complaints: 34754
- Explorer Sport Number of complaints: 895
- Explorer Sport Trac Number of complaints: 881
- F-150 Number of complaints: 38224
- F-250 Number of complaints: 10492
- F-250 Super Duty Number of complaints: 3446
- F-350 Number of complaints: 5984
- F-350 Super Duty Number of complaints: 2099
- F-450 Number of complaints: 127
- F-450 Super Duty Number of complaints: 555
- F-550 Number of complaints: 74
- F-550 Super Duty Number of complaints: 550
- F-650 Number of complaints: 54
- F-650 Super Duty Number of complaints: 43
- F-750 Number of complaints: 11
- F-750 Super Duty Number of complaints: 9
- Festiva Number of complaints: 170
- Fiesta Number of complaints: 3686
- Five Hundred Number of complaints: 1466
- Flex Number of complaints: 1775
- Focus Number of complaints: 26424
- Focus Electric Number of complaints: 285
- Focus RS Number of complaints: 5
- Freestar Number of complaints: 3143
- Freestyle Number of complaints: 4914
- Fusion Number of complaints: 25001
- Fusion Energi Number of complaints: 199
- Fusion Hybrid Number of complaints: 1202
- LTD Number of complaints: 55
- Maverick Number of complaints: 757
- Mustang Number of complaints: 10395
- Mustang GT Number of complaints: 811
- Mustang Mach-E Number of complaints: 561
- Probe Number of complaints: 1452
- Ranger Number of complaints: 9595
- Ranger EV Number of complaints: 30
- Taurus Number of complaints: 22987
- Taurus SHO Number of complaints: 183
- Taurus X Number of complaints: 213
- Tempo Number of complaints: 1602
- Thunderbird Number of complaints: 3011
- Topaz Number of complaints: 19
- Transit Number of complaints: 608
- Transit Connect Number of complaints: 533
- Windstar Number of complaints: 18774