2005 Ford Explorer Electrical System Problems
- 30
- 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 30 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
2005 ford explorer fuel gauge malfunction: started about a year ago. Was intermittent at first, but is now constant. Fuel gauge registers empty until tank is about half full, after which the gauge works properly. Service engine light stays on. A scan of the internet indicates this is a very common problem and ford has no program in place to fix it. Since the gauge is causing the service engine light to stay on, that…
ODI 10279615
Electrical System
Dt*: the contact stated the check engine, change oil immediately and check tire pressure lights illuminated on a reoccurring basis without cause. The onboard computer was reset by the service dealer each time. The manufacturer was notified.
ODI 10168332
Electrical System
On two separate occasions my 2005 ford explorer xlt has completely died while the vehicle was in motion. Both instances happened at speeds of less than 45 mph. The vehicle goes dead, as if the key has been turned from "run" to the next position back. There are no symptoms prior to the vehicle shutting off. The vehicle experiences a total loss of power, all gauges go dead and all dash warning lights illuminate, so i…
ODI 10159227
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Electrical System · Rear
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at no specific speed all the windows went up and down, the driver seat moved forward and backward, the radio came on and went off, and the air conditioner came on and went off. Also, while attempting to apply brake pressure the brakes vibrated and a clunking noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle. The dealership inspected the vehicle and unknown repairs were made; however…
ODI 10157023
Axle Assembly · Belts And Associated Pulleys · Electrical System · Ignition · Power Window Devices And Controls · Wheel Bearing
Dt: 2005 ford explorer. The contact states the vehicle has been in the repair shop four times with nine repairs since purchase, approximately a month ago. The rear axle assembly/wheel bearings had to be replaced. Also, the rear window on the driver's side/the pulley in the motor, had to be replaced, and the computer chip had to be reset. The key was getting stuck in the ignition; the dealership could find what was…
ODI 10139496
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