2001 Ford Explorer Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems
- 16
- 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 16 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Cruise Control
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph, the throttle and speed control stuck causing the vehicle to surge over 90 mph. The cruise control was not in use at the time. The brakes would not work and the contact stated the constant pressure to the brakes caused them to smoke and almost catch on fire. There were no lights illuminated on the dashboard prior to the incident. The dealership was alerted. There were no…
ODI 10165951
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While applying the brakes without prior warning the a braking light appear on the dasboard. The light will stay on intil the vehicle is turn off. Please provide additional information dealer is aware of the problem. Ts
ODI 10001354
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Hydraulic Power Assist System
My name is [xxx] i am the owner of the vehicle mentioned my mother is the first name on the contract. This vehicle has been reported to have a steering and braking problem four times to the dealership where i purchased it and once to another. I have since had an accident in this vehicle due to the problems that this vehicle has. I have for months tried to solve this through the proper channels . This was not…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 759285
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc · Tires
Re brakes: they have replaced the brake shoes/pad twice ands rotors once. Re tire/wheels they could not get them to balance out tried 4 times ( goodyear tried twice) total of 6 times. Again a week and a half later, it pulls left when braking, and vibration is back again. I have spoke with wayne ( service mgr) and al mc donald ( general sales mgr). I have informed them of the nevada lemon law # nrs 597.630 he said to…
ODI 749211
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Consumer states she was involved in an accident traveling at 30 mph on dry pavement, consumer states she was unable to come to a quick stop and complete stop, consumer experienced some injuries during collision, consumer is questioning abs which does feel spongy or the fact that she was driving with the wilderness tires that are also questionable right now.*jb
1 injury
ODI 561807
Air Conditioner · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Gasoline · Tires · Unknown Or Other
Ihave lost controll of this vehicle several times due to the steering and overall handling ,my tires are also playing a roll in this i beleave this problem is much more pronounced in rain or snow . I feel this vehicle is very unsafe for myself and my children! I've already had the vehicle into auburn motor sales for 6 days for complaints of lack&surge of power,bad sulfer smell at idle rolling idle(up&down),…
ODI 746742
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Braking system unresponsive at very low speeds, which believe is the result of the accident. Now after only 3.5 months of having the vehicle, the braking system is very soft. Brake pedal has to be pressed almost to end of range of limit before vehicle will start to slow down.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 746383
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When driving brakes become real soft, and consumer has trouble slowing down or coming to a complete stop. Contacted dealer ,and dealer said that there was really nothing they could do about problem, even though they were very aware of problem.*ak
ODI 880324
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When driving at highway speeds, and an emergency or panic stop is required due to traffic stopping, other bad drivers, deer, anything that may aply, you hit the brakes pretty hard to stop as fast as possible. The vehicle becomes uncontrolleable and veers either left or right despite drivers effort to stay straight. The dealer has duplicated problem in my truck and another brand new truck similar to mine off their…
ODI 739237
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Body · Headlights · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
Entire brake system went out in december 2000. Dealer replaced abs and other brake parts. Brakes went out again on january 30, at dealer at this time. Also, consumer had to have seals on headlights and trim of vehicle replaced. There was a popping sound from radio. *ak
ODI 879424
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
With the cruise control on i drifted to the right and the passenger side wheels went onto the gravel shoulder. When i got the 2 wheels back on pavement the wheels that had been on the gravel seemed to go faster than the driver side wheels. The brakes didn't engage and the car shot across the highway while accelerating and the car flipped 3 or 4 times.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 734821
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc · Tires
When appyling brakes vehicle severely pulls to right. Also, a grinding noise occurs, cause unknown. *ak in less than 15000 miles, brakes have been replaced 3 times, was told by dealer that this was due to a factory defect and brakes were applied incorrectly. Tire experienced blowout, there was a large deformed air pocket on the white letter side, consumer did not give any tire information. *slc
ODI 882781
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When applying brakes vehicle pulls to right, and a squealing noise occurs, cause unknown. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 887104
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While traveling and when depressing brake pedal vehicle went into extended stopping distance, resulting in an accident. Please provided further information. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 882218
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Conventional · Fuel Pump · Switch
While driving at 10-15 mph and when attemtping to make a right hand turn, gradually depressed brake pedal and pedal traveled to floorboard, causing extended stopping distance, and resulting in an accident. Also, emergency parking brake/ fuel pump and other parts were replaced before accident. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please *ak bad check valve caused delay in starting the vehcile. The emergency brake was hard…
Crash reported
ODI 880111
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Total brake failure when starting up vehicle. Vehicle was towed to dealer. Was told by dealer there was residue in brake fluid. Please provide further information. *ak
ODI 878447