2006 Ford Explorer Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 55
- 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 55 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- radiator replaced · 10 records
- needed replaced · 7 records
- current mileage · 6 records
- temperature gauge · 5 records
- radiator needed · 5 records
- eddie bauer · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 16 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
My car slowed down to a craw in the highway and had to limp home at very low speed almost caused a crash.
ODI 10734165
Engine And Engine Cooling
The radiator in the 2006 ford explorer leaks, and a recall is mandatory. I bought this vehicle in 2007, used, and i am now faced with replacing the radiator for the 4th time in 7 years. It is a known issue that this radiator is faulty and still there is no resolve. Please open an investigation and read all the complaints regarding the radiator for this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10525284
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Vehicle was just at the ford dealership for over a week in march for transmission related issues, new radiator, etc. Just four months later, i am having the same issues that many others are writing about; hard shift into reverse, vehicle is jumping/jolting forward from a stop, rpm fluctuation while idling. *tr
ODI 10523154
Engine And Engine Cooling
The radiator leaks on almost all 2006 models from the factory. Ford acknowledges the issue was from overtightening, yet does not issue a recall. *tr
ODI 10465208
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I have a 2006 ford explorer xlt and this will be third transmission to go into the vehicle. In addition, i have replaced the radiator three times and an engine block seal. These are very costly fixes for a car that is only a couple of years old. I have reached out to ford customer service and they are not helpful or sympathetic at all and claim that they are not aware of any transmission problems. Meanwhile, when…
ODI 10457745
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have been having some misfiring spark plugs on my truck. We are pricing them out and are finding out that they are very hard to replace and they break off inside the engine! Dealers do not recommend replacing them yourself and it costs $300 to have them do it, then $100 for every spark plug that breaks during that process, plus the $19 for each motorcraft brand plug! This could cost us up to $1500 just to replace…
ODI 10456646
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the plastic in the radiator cracked and was leaking. The failure caused the vehicle to overheat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and the current mileages were 68,000.
ODI 10452221
Engine And Engine Cooling
Radiator failure. The radiator failed causing the entire engine to overheat. See odi number 10439878. Replaced entire engine and radiator in this vehicle which only has 68,000 miles on it. (costing over $6000). Please issue a recall. *tr
ODI 10441319
Engine And Engine Cooling
This 2006 explorer eddie bauer car started making roaring sound when trying to accelerate. Tried backing off the accelerator as much as possible. Thermostat gauge temperature went to hot and displayed red and a/c started blowing cold air. Thermostat then went from hot to cold multiple times. Checked coolant levels and they were fine. The engine and car finally shut down completely and the car then overheated.…
ODI 10439878
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the temperature gauge started to increase and the temperature warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired.…
ODI 10439814
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer eddie bauer edition. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph when the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact then realized that the vehicle had overheated as it proceeded to stall. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised her that the radiator and thermostat failed. The vehicle was repaired but the check engine warning light was…
ODI 10439929
Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
The vehicle has harsh upshifts when accelerating from 1st to 4th gear, creating momentary loss of control. The vehicle will stall, then jerk forward a few inches unannounced, which has the potential of causing a wreck or hitting a pedestrian. The same will occur when shifting from drive to reverse, and vice-versa. Also, sometimes the rpm will increase drastically on its own without an increase in speed. I'm afraid…
ODI 10442778
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Engine stalls. Whenever it feels like it, hot or cold, slowing down to stop, turning left or right, on the street roads and freeways. Starts and go again after 5/10 minutes but this is ridiculous. I paid so much money and time for diagnostic and parts already and yesterday was the worst. My 2006 ford explorer stalled in the middle of the freeway. Date: nov 1, 2011, time:1550, and my wife was driving, when she's not…
ODI 10433968
Engine And Engine Cooling
My 2006 ford explorer has 44,000 miles on it and needs a new radiator,after checking complaints online for the same problem, i have found many complaints about this issue.i believe ford needs to recall this vehicle for the radiator issue. The leak from the radiator can seep into the ground and into the underground water system,not to mention any animals that would drink from the puddles left behind from this very…
ODI 10433146
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
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I bought my ford explorer in 2006 but three years later had to replace the radiator. After that i notice that the transmission would slip every now and then. The problem seems to have escalated since june 2013 with the vehicle jacking or dragging before shifting gears. My wife is actually afraid of driving this vehicle and instead prefers to drive my 2000 honda accord which has been running with no problems. I took…
ODI 10558066
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would indicate that the engine was overheating. The contact also noticed there was fluid leaking from the radiator. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who informed the contact that the radiator was cracked and the thermostat housing failed. The contact was also informed that this was a…
ODI 10430205
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated the radiator was replaced four times. The radiator began to leak and caused the vehicle to run hot. The contact stated that the radiator was replaced every 25,000 miles. All of the radiators were been replaced by an authorized dealer, but the dealer stated there was no cause for the failure. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were…
ODI 10427481
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the radiator continued to leak. The leaking was caused by the plastic material separating from the aluminum, which was causing the vehicle to overheat. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer also advised that the thermostat needed to be…
ODI 10434807
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have had to change the radiator three times and getting ready to do it again the second time the truck ran hot and ruined the motor. I then put another motor and new radiator and it has not been 40000 miles and with no warning at all it done it again with all of the complaints that has been posted online this should have been addressed to every one that has this problem. *tr
ODI 10448370
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
Having problems with fluid overflowing to the overflow tank, overheating and cylinder misfire readings. *tr
ODI 10448571
Engine And Engine Cooling · Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer eddie bauer. While driving approximately 10-60 mph, the vehicle began to jerk abnormally. The vehicle would also overheat sporadically and the rear windshield wipers would not operate. The vehicle was taken to a local transmission specialist where they rebuilt the transmission and attempted to repair the rear windshield wipers but to no avail. The failure persisted and the…
ODI 10389739
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. While the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, all of the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel and the temperature gauge began to fluctuate to very hot. The contact drove to the side of the road with caution. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the radiator was replaced. The most recent identical failure recurred and the radiator…
ODI 10411869
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I have had the door blender plastic piece changed on my car three times! Each time the season changes. I now have to replace it again. I currently have a radiator leak and will have to replace the radiator and plastic holder as well. I also currently have a transmission slippage problem and i will have to get that fixed as well. This is horrible. I purchased the ford explorer because i thought it was dependable.…
ODI 10548891
Engine And Engine Cooling
This vehicle constantly overheats. I have to add coolant every few days. It first started during a day trip. Prior to leaving i had my oil changed and all my fluids were filled. After leaving the highway the car completely shut off. I had to go to a gas station and add more coolant it was only a three hour trip and it was completely dry. Shortly after the transmission became shifting hard. It jerks and seems to miss…
ODI 10426507