2006 Ford Explorer Automatic Transmission Problems
- 114
- 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 114 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- rear ended · 14 records
- feels like · 13 records
- gear shift · 10 records
- coming stop · 10 records
- automatic transmission · 9 records
- reverse drive · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 40 |
| 30–60k mi | 38 |
| 60–100k mi | 16 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
Every time taking off from a stop. Vehicle would go 3 mph for 15 seconds, would then jolt and lung forward fast. This happened all the way to work for 27 miles. When i contacted ford regarding this issue, they said they had no previous complaints. This is definitely a safety issue. The vehicle almost hit the car in front of me several times. Later the vehicle would not go into reverse. I was stranded in the parking…
ODI 10501908
Automatic Transmission
2006 ford explorer. Consumer states transmission failure *tgw the consumer stated the dealer neglected to detect any signs of the problem, before the termination of the used vehicle warranty. *jb
ODI 10457289
Automatic Transmission
No events leading up to failure. Regular vehicle usage. After 4 or 5 years, the transmission began clunking and hesitating to shift. When shifting into reverse or drive, the transmission jolts violently. The check engine light is on. The failure has not yet been corrected but i am complaining now because so many similar reports have also been filed across the internet. *tt
ODI 10422335
Automatic Transmission
While being parked on an inclined hill, my explorer would not get into gear. Had to call aaa to tow to transmission specialist who adjusted the gear but stated you might have more transmission problems. Since then my car has had problems where the gears have been grinding as i'm driving. I'm afraid i might have more serious problems in the future since i've been reading reports from ford owners that this is becoming…
ODI 10432877
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that fluid was leaking from the vehicle. When inspected, he discovered that the transmission pan was corroded and was causing the leak. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where they advised him that the pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired along with additional parts. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The…
ODI 10410675
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2006 ford explorer with 64000 miles. Yesterday without any warning the transmission went out while in heavy traffic, i had the vehicle towed to a dealer where they say the transmission would need replaced. I checked online and found this to be a very common problem with this year and make. And everyone had exact symptoms. Ford acts like this isn't common and plays dumb to the fact. I still owe $15000 on a…
ODI 10407349
Automatic Transmission
2006 ford explorer with 69,000 miles. Transmission failure. Makes a loud noise as engine is working but transmission isn't working properly. Have been told to either sell it or try to put in a new transmission. Also, control box on dash panel went out at 30,000 miles. $700 to repair. Transmission could be upwards of $4,000 to repair
ODI 10404263
Automatic Transmission · Cooling System
Radiator leaks badly, plastic cracked. Transmission shifts too hard and hesitates going into reverse ending with a loud bang into gear. *tr
ODI 10400854
Automatic Transmission
Bought and own a 2006 ford explorer, eddie bauer purchased as used in 2008 with 19,000 miles on it. At 60,000 the transmission lurches, and slips....feels like someone is rear ending you. Slow to respond when accelerating, makes clunking sound when putting into park or reverse. Researched on the internet and there are thousands of complaints regarding the 2006 ford explorer transmissions and apparently ford has…
ODI 10401031
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the parking gear shift would not shift out of park to drive. The contact stated he would have to continually depress the brake and rattle the gear shift in order for it to move. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where he was advised that the vehicle was not under recall and referred him to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted but…
ODI 10395976
Automatic Transmission
Ford explorer transmission lunges, jerks, will only drive in 3rd gear, no warning, wrench light came on, now check engine light is on. Over $2500 they say to repair it. Hundreds of people having the same problem. Ford should investigate. *tr
ODI 10369696
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that he was unable to shift out of park. The contact had to take apart the steering column. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was operated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was repaired. The failure continued so the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was informed that the gear shift needed to be replaced.…
ODI 10368194
Automatic Transmission
2006 ford explorer eddie bauer addition blue w/beige trim. Without warning wrench light then transmission light came on. Cars rpms were stuck at 3..3.5 yet car was not accelerating. After driving 18.7 miles other than feeling & hearing cluck as car shifted gears. Has appended several times (4). In heavy traffic slow acceleration can lead be rear end collision, i have been lucky so far. Rapid and hard cluck when…
ODI 10366659
Automatic Transmission
I took my 2006 ford explorer to the ford dealership for maintenance. The service personnel found the transmission pan heavily corroded just above an exhaust cross over pipe. Transmission fluid had been dripping onto the exhaust cross over pipe. There is approximately a 1.5 foot section of the exhaust cross over pipe that is covered with blackened transmission fluid. The heaviest corrosion is exactly above and…
ODI 10362530
Automatic Transmission
My 2006 explorer at 58,000 miles the transmission had to be overhauled as there was slipping when shifting. Ever since the power train light keeps coming on and off. When the light comes on there is a jerking that occurs. Ever since i purchased the vehicle i have had nothing but troubles with the power tran. Ford needs to perform a recall. About ever 38 miles the power train light comes on then off again. *tr
ODI 10359501
Automatic Transmission
At 65,000 miles, my 2006 ford explorer limited automatic transmission needed to be replaced. The car suddenly started to buck and it wouldn't change gears. The mechanic was told by ford that there has been 17 adjustments on my transmission since it went out. I had to pay $2600. For a new rebuilt . Transmission!!! The vehicle was well maintained and i have proof of the service history. This should not happen at…
ODI 10367038
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2006 ford explorer and it has almost 60,000 miles. The car has been jerking very hard while shifting between gears. This has been going on for the past month. We took it to our local ford dealer who we have had service our cars for many years. Upon diagnosis, they told us that we needed a new transmission. To repair the broken parts, they stated it would cost more to repair it versus getting a whole new…
ODI 10359421
Automatic Transmission
[redacted] the vehicle in reverse a very hard jerk is felt. Today driving to work and felt as if i lost power and then just as suddenly regained power and the warning light came on for powertrain issue. *tr
ODI 10349394
Automatic Transmission
2006 ford explorer xlt sport utility 4x4 4.6l automatic transmission. The transmission slips or hesitates going into gear. At stops it has a tendency to slam down shift hard. The transmission slips so much between gears it affects the mileage so i get really bad gas mileage less then the 13 low end of the 13/18 mpg suggested. It will take about $2,000.00 to get another transmission. I still owe $8,000.00 on this…
ODI 10413949
Automatic Transmission
2006 explorer automatic transmission shifts hard into gear, has difficulty shifting between gears. This has been a periodic problem for several months. *tr
ODI 10342841
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle transmission stays stuck in park. After having the shifter assembly replaced twice on warranty, the problem has come back yet again. Now not only do we have to wrestle with the shifter to get it into gear, it now lunges violently when shifting into reverse or drive. The dealership refused to repair under customer satisfaction program #09b11 saying our vin was not part of that recall. *tr
ODI 10340837
Automatic Transmission
My 2006 ford explorer v8 has a hard jolt when it downshifts coming to a stop. This happens every time and feels like i have just been rear ended. After reading about many complaints online about this same issue with other 2006 ford explorers i replaced the throttle position sensor. This did not correct the problem and my mechanic says to try an computer update for the transmission's will give that a try next but i…
ODI 10361701
Automatic Transmission
A tone ring sensor in my 2006 ford explorer abs/traction control system broke. It caused the traction control and brakes to go haywire. They began to grab and lock my brakes when i was moving causing erratic driving. When i went to stop, my brakes did not work properly. The traction control lights, abs, and system lights all came on. *tr
ODI 10342633
Automatic Transmission
I bought a 2006 explorer and have had numerous issues.the first major issue was when my car would occasionally stall or die out. I brought the car in and was told they couldn't find anything wrong. I brought it back again because it stalled on the hwy while i was doing 65 mph and the car died. I was unable to pull off to the side because the car would not steer. I got the car to the dealer and was told it was my…
ODI 10330788
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle was purchased in february 2010. When placing the transmission in reverse, the vehicle lunges backward very violently. The problem occurs intermittently and without warning. The vehicle was taken to a transmission shop 4/10/2010 and there are pieces of the clutches sitting on the bottom of the transmission pan. The transmission now requires a complete rebuild. The previous owner told us that the vehicle had…
ODI 10324883