Ford Explorer - TOP PROBLEMS & ISSUES 2011 - 2019 (common fixes, repairs, defects)

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This video may serve as a BUYING GUIDE if you are on the market for a used fifth generation Ford Explorer SUV. I talk about most common mechanical problems, common rust locations and common defects. I will not be talking about mechanical components which are supposed to be regularly replaced - such as brakes and suspension components. ( 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | XL | XLT | LIMITED | SPORT | 3.5L | ECOBOOST ).
1. Rust is really not a big issue with Ford Explorers. Usually rear liftgate will start rusting on the inside edge and on the bottom and if not fixed when it starts it will spread and then whole liftgate will have to be redone by a professional shop. Also front hood will peel at the lip and unfortunately there is nothing you can do to avoid it.
2. Biggest flaw of these vehicles is a Power Take-off Unit (PTO). It is very badly designed as there is no bleed screw so that means it is not serviceable. Fluid inside starts to overhead and leak up top through the vent tube and then it has to be replaced. It usually fails within first 100,000 miles. I recommend replacing with aftermarket one with a drain tube.
3. Water Pumps start leaking and fail on all vehicles with time. Problem here is that water pump is located inside the engine and there is 10h labor to replace it. While doing the water pump it is a smart idea to replace the timing chains / guides as well. Usually fails around 120,000 - 140,000 miles.
4. FCIM (front interface control module) - this only applies to limited or higher trims. Sony fcim always fail and has to be replaced with a new part from a dealer which is quite pricey.
5. Backup Camera will often flicker or completely fail. You can try resetting Ford SYNC, but usually it will have to be replaced.
6. Throttle body often fails and usually throws P2111 and P2112 codes and vehicle will get stuck in Limp mode. It will have to be cleaner or eventually replaced
7. Airbag light might come on and all sensors will be usually fine. Problem is in Wiring harness. There is quite a bit of labor involved to replace it.
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@alchymista2 Ай бұрын

amazing & very informative, thank you!

@QuiteAlright Ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@LemonadeAly Ай бұрын

Thank you for making this video! :)

@QuiteAlright Ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@gerrardperera498 10 ай бұрын

Great info thank you

@QuiteAlright 10 ай бұрын

You are very welcome

@madtruckamax3341 4 ай бұрын

Yeh i was looking at a 14 with 200,000m for $3400 and I also seen other car reviews with recall about fumes then this video repeated it makes me pass so great vid sir 👍 👏

@QuiteAlright 4 ай бұрын

I'm glad I was able to help. $3400 for 14 Explorer is a great deal, but i guess it will need some work if it is that cheap. In todays market it is worth 12 - 15k once fully restored

@madtruckamax3341 4 ай бұрын

@QuiteAlright Right cause I like Fords I've had several and you take care of them you can pack some miles I probably could have gave the guy 28 to 3000 for it but 4000 in repair lol.

@cruzario1 3 ай бұрын

I’ve got front suspension noise on my 2012 limited and can’t seem to figure it out. I’ve replaced struts, under control arms due to one having ripped bushing so I did both sides anyway. Replaced tie rods, sway bar links three times on drivers side only for some reason , a left strut tower and probably gonna replace another strut tower on my right side due to a popping spring sound when I turn, a wheel bearing over a span of 5-6 years not all at once but after all that I still seam to get some kind of clunky sounds when I drive over rough rd that almost sounds like metal on metal. I’ve got new bushings for my anti- bar but haven’t installed them yet. Any ideas on what else it might be if that doesn’t work? Thanks in advance and great video I too have the air bag light and now my Sony heater unit doesn’t respond correctly or completely turn off anymore. I get the fume smell in my car even after recall fixed a few things but I was told it could also be a crack in my exhaust manifold converter under the hood which I will be getting checked out soon.

@QuiteAlright 3 ай бұрын

@@cruzario1 Hi sorry to hear you are having problems with your Explorer. Hard to say what could be the issue with your suspension without lifting the car on the hoist, but usually if everything looks tight and there is still loud banging I would replace sway bar bushings. They are very cheap and easy to replace and usually take care of the problem. For some reason lots of mechanics fail to check those. I like to change bushings at the same time as sway bar links. If there is still noise afterwards, then you will have to find somebody experienced to look at the car maybe even take it to ford dealer and go for a test drive with a mechanic. I will also add that lately we are having lots of problems with parts quality, installed expensive "good quality" front struts on Ford Taurus and left side was banging constantly. Had to go through 3 sets of struts. So there is that factor as well

@roe20111 22 күн бұрын

Great video! My 2013 Ford Explorer XLT AWD has about 172k miles. Where is your shop? Interested coming in do the PTO power intake unit.

@QuiteAlright 21 күн бұрын

Hi, I'm in Canada but not taking any work right now, mostly focusing on sales and import / export can-us. It is a really straightforward job and most of the shops can do it for you

@nikkah99 4 ай бұрын

thanks!

@QuiteAlright 4 ай бұрын

You bet!

@andreik1775 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the details and the financial information. I bought a 2015 PIU, so I’m interested on the subject. I just replaced loud rear wheel bearing hubs. It was a pretty tough job to do in the driveway, as those become welded to the knuckles. Also, the RPMs seem to jump up and down on lower speeds. Can’t figure why. Have you seen something like that on these trucks?

@QuiteAlright 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome. If you are having problems with the RPM while idling try cleaning the throttle body, often that is the problem on Ford Explorers

@andreik1775 9 ай бұрын

@@QuiteAlright thank you very much for the quick reply. I cleaned the throttle body with half effort when I was changing the PTU fluid from the top vent. I think it helped some, I should take it out and clean it well. I should have mentioned, it only happens when the car is moving at a low speed. It idles fine though.

@QuiteAlright 9 ай бұрын

Hmmmm very hard to say what it is. Could be spark plugs, maf sensor, vacuum leak somewhere...more things could cause it

@andreik1775 9 ай бұрын

@@QuiteAlright thank you! I took off the throttle body today to clean. It was almost immaculate though. I cleaned it some and put it back. I also replaced about 4 quarts of ATF and it seemed to help, but maybe it’s just a wishful thinking. I will check the plugs like you mentioned. I got a steering wheel off of a 2013 Taurus, will try to swap it. I hope you sold that Explorer at what you wanted.

@QuiteAlright 9 ай бұрын

@andreik1775 Good luck. Ohh yes I did good on the Explorer