1999 Ford Explorer Differential Unit Problems
- 3
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Differential Unit
In my 99 ford explorer 4x4, the front differential failed costing $2500 in damages. Although there was no accident the vehicle was unsafe to drive and the 4x4 system was not operating. We had no idea , the dealer caught it during a service check. *jb
ODI 10104901
Differential Unit
Noise is coming from the differential while driving. Dealer was notified. *ak the consumer feels that there is a design flaw in the front differential unit. The unit should not have failed so early in the life of the vehicle and after being used only sparingly. The noise still can be heard even after the repairs. *scc
ODI 8005624
Differential Unit
The planetary gear on the transmission failed, two separate repairs of the transmission with the overdrive unit. *mjs
ODI 554235