Faults:

Computerized key quit working.

Heater door broke, resulting in the air conditioner not working.

Motor which shifts into 4-wheel drive failed stranding me in the mountains.

Replaced spark plugs twice last year and the spark plug wires twice even though spark plugs are supposed to last for 50,000 miles. I only have 53,000 miles on the vehicle now.

Rear wiper works only when it decides it wants to or when you pound on it. Replaced the motor for this once. It still doesn't work.

Difficult to keep running when started in cold weather. Engine revs up and then dies unless you keep your foot on the gas pedal.

It is currently in the shop the computer readout gives conflicting codes. One code reads that the fuel is to rich the second code reads that it is to lean. The mechanics are baffled.

General Comments:

This car ran great until it reached about 48,000 miles. If I had not purchased an extended warranty, I would have spent over $2,500 in repairs last year.

General Comments:

I am very satisfied with my Eddie Bauer Explorer. It is Torreador Red with the tan trim. I have the AWD, and it is great.

I had always owned a foreign car (ie. Nissan 200 SX, Toyota 4Runner, Honda Civic) and was leary of the American made cars. I am proud of my choice. The pep of the V-8 is excellent! The seats and the positioning are excellent for my taste. I would highly recommend one! I have already been scoping out my next color of one!

Faults:

Into the dealership twice to repair the rear wiper motor. It STILL does not work.

Recall at ~15000 km for cruise control; I can see why the Lemon Aid series does not recommend this feature, especially on Fords. They have a tendency to stick ON.

This is a noisy ride. There is little substance to the body; one receives a tinny slam when you close the doors.

General Comments:

The engine is neither fuel efficient (17L/100km) nor of adequate power (160 HP). Passing on the highway is unpleasant, especially on rural highways.

HVAC system is above average. Leased at the time for a very good price, which is why it was chosen in the first place. I'll do my homework next time!

Faults:

Wilderness AT tire problem. What else is new?

Have a mystery click when we step on the brakes that no one can find.

Digital readouts on CD Player/Clock/Radio burned out early on.

Carpet does not seem to resist staining the way other manufacturers do.

Transmission is weak for this size and weight of car.

General Comments:

Too cramped in the front seat. Who designed this car, the Munchkins?

Leather interior has held up nicely with no propensity to easily rip or tear.

Compared to my previous car, this one's a dream, but there are way better out there and I think I just fell for the SUV trend. However, prior to my Jag, I had a Bronco that lasted me 218,000 miles - so - come on Ford and bring some of those smart engineers back out of retirement.

Faults:

The vehicle was recalled for hood latch replacement.

The vehicle was recalled for throttle plate modification.

The vehicle was recalled for modification of the (OBD-II) on-board diagnostics system.

The vehicle was recalled for replacement of "Wilderness AT" tires, after we had replaced four tires with Bridgestone tires. The dealer declined any reimbursement for the cost of replacement tires. The vehicle is currently equipped with the original "Wilderness AT" spare tire.

We recently left the vehicle with our local Ford dealer for completion of the manufacturer's recommended 60,000 mile check, with a note indicating "the front suspension screeches during any vertical movement". The dealer's maintenance facility completed the 60,000 mile check (including lubrication) for a cost of slightly more than $1100.00. Maintenance personnel employed by the dealer indicated they could not locate the squeak/screech, but they would like to disassemble the mounting grommets for the front sway bar so they could lubricate them, and the proposed disassembly would cost an additional $42.00. I believe their actions constitute price gouging, deception, and laziness. They could have taken a squirt can filled with rubber lube and lubricated all of the suspension gromments and engine mounts in two minutes.

General Comments:

The 4.0 SOHC 6 cylinder engine seems inadequate for operation in mountain areas at altitudes in excess of 5,000 feet.

Faults:

Nothing yet.

12,xxx miles on it.

General Comments:

2nd Explorer owned. Other was a 95 EB. Great SUV. There is a reason they are number one. Ford dealer great, Dave Sinclair.

Faults:

1. The keys have a chip and cost 30.00 to replace, with great difficulty and time and only from the dealer can it be done.

2. The accelerator, sticks, had it back twice.

3. It holds back.

General Comments:

Will not buy another one, they give you a year free road service and the people on the phone are rude and non helpful.

Faults:

At 5,000 km ... nothing so far.

General Comments:

Would be perfect if it had about another one inch of clearance.

The cup holders suck. My '93 chevy pick-up was far superior. Why can't they make an adjustable one?