1999 Ford Explorer Automatic Transmission Problems
- 61
- 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.
Among these 61 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission slipping · 4 records
- informed transmission · 4 records
- transmission failed · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Solenoid
I purchased my 1999 ford explorer in may of 2004 and within a month, i began experiencing problems with my transmission. More specifically, the vehicle would loose power while driving, the transmission could be heard shifting and also shifting movement was felt while driving. I took the vehicle back to rio valley in espanola, new mexico where i paid cash ($8700.00) and was told that i did not purchase the warranty…
ODI 10104035
Automatic Transmission
The transmission in my 1999 ford explorer xls failed completely while driving. The transmission had been slipping intermittently for a couple of weeks when shifting from first into second gear. I took it to the dealer for service and repair. The dealer flushed the transmission and said to drive it for a couple of days. The flushing did not work and three days later the transmission failed. This is the second time…
ODI 10043336
Automatic Transmission
Nar 06/19/2003. *mr after following the owners manual guidelines in transporting trailers on ford vehicles. The consumer towed the trailer, and the vehicle slipped into neutral. The consumers was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed and the mechanic determined the transmission had burned out because the vehicle was in overdrive. *jb
ODI 10024452
Automatic Transmission
THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 50,000 MILES. *TT
ODI 10021254
Automatic Transmission
There is a problem with the car shifting (it is a automatic) between 2000 and 3000 rpm's. It seems to be getting stuck and revving hard. I was told the valve body gaskets need to be replaced. The car only has 45, 000 miles. I was told that ford has discovered the fabric filter wasn't working and there is a new metal shield.*jb
ODI 10010282
Automatic Transmission
While driving vehicle will not go into overdrive. If consumer tries to go over 35mph vehicle will make a loud/disturbing noise. Dealer notified.*ak
ODI 8018201
Automatic Transmission
Transmission slipping during driving. Dealer aware, tbs issued aug 1999, april 02 and sept 1999.*ak
ODI 765699
12v/24v/48v Battery · Automatic Transmission
Vehicle had 4 electrical system failures. The battery was replaced four times under warranty. Also when the vehicle is hot, the transmission does not shift positively from low to intermediate. *jg
ODI 8012306
Automatic Transmission
After vehicle has been started gears will not release from park. Cause is unknown. Please provide any more details.*ak
ODI 8001186
Automatic Transmission
A/t slips from1st-2nd. At a stop and proceed to go transmission acts like its in neutral. Happens after car is driven @20m and engine is hot. *ak
ODI 748491
Automatic Transmission
All wheel drive inoperative. Vehicle dangerous and very unstable at highway speeds. Problem is componded in poor weather conditions.
ODI 748370
Automatic Transmission · Emission Control · Suspension
While driving in overdrive at 50 mph and going up an incline, vehicle vibrates erratically. Problem has not been remedied. *ak o2 sensor failed and was replaced. Fuel pressure regulator failed and was replaced. Consumer stated that the dealer can not do anything to fix the problem, which seems to be a manufacturer defect.*yh *slc
ODI 8006995
Automatic Transmission
Transmission no longer able to be put in reverse, no prior warning. Not taken to dealer yet. *ak
ODI 885210
Automatic Transmission · Tires
This 99 ford explorer has had multiple problems, as listed. Contacted manufacturer, they directed me back to the dealer. This is the most unreliable vehicle i have ever owned, and it's only 18 months old. *ak (tiresize: p23575r15)( dot number: tire size: p23575r15 )
ODI 734500
Automatic Transmission
While traveling downhill with no acceleration, allowing the engine to provide some braking, the consumer noticed there was no braking from the engine and the transmission was replaced, the consumer was not satisfied with the repair because the transmission was replaced with a rebuilt one. Nlm
ODI 557415
Automatic Transmission · Gasoline
Engine knocking replace and now the new engine is knocking truck is in the shop now . Ford said that there is no warranty on the replace engine. Ford knows that there is a problem with the engines in there ford explorer.*ak
ODI 746087
Automatic Transmission
In the 19 months that i have had my ford explore, it has had 3 recalls. About 4 mos ago i noticed a loud noise that seem to be coming from up underneat the car. You could hear it when at a stopped position but still in drive. I had the dealership check for it twice and they said they couldn't find anything. About 6 weeks ago i noticed a slight hestitation when on the highway when accelerating and it seemed to do it…
ODI 724942
Air Bags · Automatic Transmission · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Latch · Side/Window
This truck has overdrive problems. When you put it in rev and then drive most times it will cut the overdrive off, but not all the time. Rear passenger door will not open from inside. Airbag light goes on and starts blinking then goes off for a while then back on. The power steering makes noise on a hard right or left turn.
ODI 716842
Automatic Transmission
Vehicles transmission does not hold on grades, vehicle in drive just taking foot off brake pedal. Has happened on small as well as large grades mechanic told husband it was ok, that the veight of vehicle was causing concern diagnosis was normal operation i do not think this is true have owned fords in past none had this type of problem. I traded a 97 ford thunderbird for this vehicleit did not have this problem , i…
ODI 714072
Automatic Transmission
Diagnosed as transmission slip; at 15 mph, slips into neutral then back into drive; re-design of valve box due to bracket failure, vehicle is now waiting at dealer for newly designed part
ODI 711127
Automatic Transmission
Was driving vehicle in overdrive. Light was blinking on/off. Engine started to roar & then it stopped. Vehicle was moving slowly when it happened. Taken vehicle to dealer & was informed by mechanic new transmission is needed. *ak
ODI 848455
Automatic Transmission · Interior/Under Dash · Windshield Wiper/Washer
All problems are electrical:wipers/washer failed-transmission shifted erratically-4wd failed to engage. After connector repairs, replacing 3 wire harnesses and pcm, problem has apparently been fixed--for now. Wiper/4wd problems appear related to gem (general electronics module) and wiring harnesses. Transmission shifting problems associated with pcm (powertrain control module). This problem occurred at 1150 and 2500…
ODI 710348
Automatic Transmission
Transmission was slipping, felt like it was in neutral. When it changed over there would be a real bad jerk. Consumer contacted dealer . Dealer said it would take 60 days to get a new transmission. *ak
ODI 859084
Automatic Transmission · Fuel Injection System · Interior/Under Dash · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Vehicle Speed Control · Windshield Wiper/Washer
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 708366
Automatic Transmission · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Windshield wipers are going on when not turned on. Getting worse. Also, speeds are not correct when are turned on. Have already also had to have gear shift mechanism replaced do to failure, still sticks trying to take key out sometimes.
ODI 708473