2006 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 18
- 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 18 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
Engine shut down while driving approximately 10- 15 miles without notice
ODI 11121316
Unknown Or Other
2006 ford explorer, eddie bauer edition. The electronic throttle body (etb) fails, becomes defective, and has been replaced five times in less than two years. Without warning, the vehicle will display poor performance, erratic rpm's, loose power, and even stall. All indications point to the etb; codes and mechanic experience suggest replacing etb, only to have save issue arise again in two to three months, if not…
ODI 11102542
Unknown Or Other
SHIFT STUCK IN PARK AND KEYS STUCK IN IGNITION
ODI 11101620
Unknown Or Other
After placing the vehicle in park, after removing foot from brake, the car rolls forward. This happens each time it's being parked, more noticeable over the last 6 months. Also frequently misfires when starting; diagnostics usually produce 8 - 13 codes, none of which produce a complete fix.
ODI 11092026
Unknown Or Other
Power train warning light comes on as driving down the highway at 75 mph. Car acted as if it would stop and as if transmission was slipping. We slowed car down, and moved it at a rate of 30 mph, but then car began acting normally. We stopped as soon as possible and turned car off and turned back on. It started normally. This is not the first time it happened, but this is the worse incident
ODI 11006688
Unknown Or Other
Rear window hinge fractured, window fell. Vehicle was stationary.
ODI 11003893
Unknown Or Other
While driving on the highway a wrench light turned on on my dash. I then realized the gas pedal was not reving as usual i then pulled over and restarted the vehicle and it continued to work just fine or so i thought until it happened a day later. It happens every so often since then, but it is dangerous especially with my children are in the vehicle.
ODI 10981376
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Have a severe gas smell in the cab have had 3 different auto mechanic shops look at it cant find the source had gas lines replaced, gas filter and smoked nothing they are stumped and my people are good want to know what the ######## are you gonna do about this problem ford. Help its making me have headaches n feel sick and it smells sitting and driving. Its non stop n getting worst.
ODI 10966312
Unknown Or Other
The vehicle's transmission propels forward at low speeds while braking. Even though the brake is applied the vehicles to propels forward and can cause an accident or worse. When trying get to stop at a stop sign or red light you have to try and stop well ahead then you normally would to try and get it to propel before reaching out the pedestrian walk area. My fear trying ge to stop coming off a highway off ramp with…
ODI 10917416
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Unknown Or Other
We recently bought our truck in march 2016 and since about april of 2016 the truck continuously shuts off, in traffic, on the highway, on residential roads..pretty much any and every where, it happens while driving and while idling. All power is lost including power steering. Sometimes it will shut off 2/3 times in a 5-10 minute span will driving. It has cut off on me twice while driving through intersections while…
ODI 10882338
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Check engine lite and orange wrench lite which shuts car down no excelration pedal power steering gone and no brake control on freeway coming home. Trans. Will not shift and jumps when wrench lite is on very dangerous this has been going on since april took back to dealer sent to mechanic replaced 2 parts on excelleration module. Still not right.
ODI 10881352
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
I bought a 2006 explorer in 2010 and in 5 years i have had a sensor that's goes inside the transmission replaced, then transmission rebuilted, and the radiator replaced twice. Now that it's paid off leaking coolant again making it run hot. Now it saying check the charging system and stop on me on the freeway and now won't stay started. Thought i was doing everything right with the maintenance of the truck but it…
ODI 10822613
Unknown Or Other
I have replaced the radiator 2 times and getting ready to replace for the 3rd time. This is my 1st ford vehicle and if this continues it will be my last. I have found this is a common problem with the 2006 ford explorer and something needs to be done about it. A recall. Ford stand by your vehicle. It leaks transmission fluid at the radiator and the only way to fix is replace the radiator. All 3 times it leaks at the…
ODI 10821823
Unknown Or Other
Vehicle went to shop to fix abs light. The following morning before shop opened up, the vehicle caught on fire (while stationary and not running) burning completely. The fire caused considerable damage to the shop and another vehicle that was in the adjacent bay. Fire department determined fire started on its own and cited similar incidents for ford explorers.
Fire reported
ODI 10808090
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
This vehicle has been jerking when i am going slow to the point as if someone hit me in the rear end of the vehicle. It is a very strong jerking sensation enough to frighten any reasonable individual. It also has been trying to accelerate when my foot was on the brake pedal and not in cruise control while going well below the minimum speed necessary to use the cruise control. The auto acceleration was while at 10…
ODI 10492988
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Unknown Or Other
While driving the vehicle, the smell of antifreeze started coming into the car. My fiance' checked the radiator and overflow bottle and found out it was gas mixed with the antifreeze. My car's mileage is 80100. I do not believe the car should have this issue at only 5 years. This problem/complaint should be investigated and damages should be covered by the dealership or manufacturer. *tr
ODI 10434223
Unknown Or Other
The radiator was leaking on my explorer and ford refused to fix it, eventhough it was still under warranty. I see that there are many complaints on the 2006 ford explorer for the radiator leaking. *tr
ODI 10432821
Unknown Or Other
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact accidentally struck the safety valve switch with his foot. The switch is located directly underneath the firewall near the glove box. Minutes later, the vehicle lost all power and shut off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the entire component. The switch is easily accessible to his foot, which may cause him…
ODI 10218543