2005 Ford Explorer Body Problems
- 107
- 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 107 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Hatchback/Liftgate · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 48 |
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 30–60k mi | 19 |
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
My 2005 rear panel underneath window cracked by the emblem. *tr
ODI 10392983
Body · Unknown Or Other
The ford explorer from the mid-2000s is starting to show multiple defects. Ford co. Advised owners to report these problems through this complaint form because as of now they are not doing anything to recall the defects. The back panel below the back window cracks vertically right near the ford emblem. Some cars have multiple cracks. The majority of this type of ford explorer body type are showing the crack. It…
ODI 10400293
Body
The rear liftgate cracked from the bottom up to and around the ford emblem all the way to the rear window. I called the dealer and was told that this a very common problem and that there was no recall so i would have to pay for the repair. *tr
ODI 10390114
Body
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford explorer. The contact stated that the structure underneath the tailgate cracked under the window. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and was advised that the crack was cosmetic and not considered a safety issue; therefore, there was nothing they could do. The contact stated that if the pieces fall off of the vehicle while driving a crash could occur. The failure…
ODI 10378744
Body
Crack in the rear hatch panel caused by a defect in the design of the vehicle known by ford motor company but no recall issued. *tr
ODI 10402052
Body
I noticed the plastic trim panel below my rear hatch glass cracked in half after getting my truck washed at a touchless car wash!! I've noticed hundreds of complaints across the internet about this, so it doesn't seem this is a random occurrence. *tr
ODI 10373716
Body
After coming back from a vacation to the airport to get my car, i noticed the tailgate of my blue 2005 explorer xlt was cracked all the way through with a 8" long crack from the bottom of the glass to the bottom of the tailgate. After a brief internet search, it turns out that this is a widespread problem that ford knows about, which they refuse to do anything about. I even have a ford full-extended warranty that…
ODI 10373778
Body · Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM , BODY STRUCTURE , GAS PEDAL. *TR
ODI 10378795
Body
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford explorer. The vehicle was parked when he noticed that there was a large crack that extended from the window to the lift gate. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The failure and current mileages were 60,000.
ODI 10370734
Body
Plastic piece under the rear lift-gate window with a large crack across its entire height just to the left of the ford emblem. Ford dealership indicated it was just poor engineering and they will not cover or assist with the cost of repair or replacement, nor was there any plan to make available a metal version or properly engineered replacement panel. *tr
ODI 10368174
Body
My car was parked in a small lot at work. When going out to load some items in the cargo area, a friend noted the vertical crack in the lift gate. It is to the left of the ford emblem and i have since seen numerous identical cracks on other vehicles. There was no collision that cause this, there are no scratches or dents. It is a manufacturer defect. *tr
ODI 10474196
Body
2005 ford explorer has paint peeling along the roof rack. The dealership said this is not covered by ford. While researching the problem on the internet, i found that this is a common problem for other owners. *tr
ODI 10372130
Body
Paint is peeling from the roof (over the drivers side and front passenger side) in the grooves of the roof. Also, the paint is peeling from the top of the liftgate. *tr
ODI 10381243
Air Conditioner · Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford explorer. The contact stated that there was a fracture in the rear panel of the rear window. In addition, the air conditioner blend door was fractured and would not allow air to pass through the ventilation system. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.
ODI 10390361
Body
Rear tailgate window portion with ford logo cracked vertically. I am assuming that this is from regular use since nothing hit the car. I only use the upper portion or the tailgate as if you use the larger portion of the tailgate, anything that you have in the rear of the car falls out. I would think that this issue could cause the rear window to be less than secure. *tr
ODI 10362361
Body
Noticed a crack running from the bottom of my rear window down to the bottom of the upper portion of the rear lift gate to the left of the ford emblem on my 2005 explorer. Crack just appeared for no reason. Did not take it in or have it fixed. Ford will not own up to this flaw so i will not pay to have it fixed. I will not buy another ford since they don't stand by their product. I only have 41000 miles on it and i…
ODI 10420065
Body
Hatch panel between window and latch split (cracked) when i closed window after putting in groceries. Car has 60,000 miles, called dealer in july to see if a recall had been established due to the fact that i know of 7 other 2005 ford explorers with the exact same crack, happened the exact same way. Told me no but sounds like a defect. Didn't offer to take care of. *tr
ODI 10361789
Body
The rear panel under my back window is cracked on my 2005 ford explorer. What happens if it falls off and the person behind me has a crash trying to avoid it? Will ford take responsibility for their poor engineering? Doubt it. This particular complaint is rampant on the internet. I want to make sure the guy behind me can be assured he won't have to play dodge the plastic when it falls off. *tr
ODI 10358551
Body
DEP CRACK IN THE REAR HATCH *CN
ODI 10307603
Body
My 2005 ford explorer has multiple paint problems peeling all over the car,,the dealer said its any after market paint job i bought the car used from dave smith ford in 2008 they are trying to say that the car was completely repainted within the first 3 years of the cars life.
ODI 10723830
Body
I have a 2005 ford explorer and noticed that the rear hatch has a crack in it to the left of the ford emblem, the vehicle has only 38,000 miles on it and i think this is a defect in workmanship which ford should cover, but they will not pay for repairs of it at all. Further more i will not buy another ford vehicle as the company does not stand behind their products at all. Shame on ford and their cheap construction…
ODI 10299985
Body
Noticed a crack in the back window panel near the ford emblem. *tr
ODI 10654634
Body · Frame And Members
The last week in nov. 2009, i had backed my vehicle into the garage. The next morning, when i came outside, the first thing i can see is the back of my vehicle and a vertical crack on the panel between the top hatchback and the liftgate. The crack was in the center to the left of the ford emblem. The crack was the full distance vertically of the panel. It has since widened. I took my vehicle to my local ford…
ODI 10296795
Body
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford explorer. The contact stated that the ford emblem was cracking on the rear of the vehicle. The crack begins near the rear window and extends all the way down to the ford emblem. The contact will take her vehicle to the dealer for inspection. There were no recalls for this issue. The failure mileage was 40,800.
ODI 10279514
Body
Have a 2005 ford explorer that just went out of warranty and the back tailgate area cracked by the ford applique. Ford will not extend any goodwill repairs and claims it is not a design flaw. I have seen thousands of posts on just one website where others report the same problem and same response from ford. There was not damage or event to the tailgate to cause the crack. Just occurred one very hot day while parked…
ODI 10280246