2006 Ford Explorer Cooling System Problems
- 75
- 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 75 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- radiator replaced · 14 records
- under warranty · 11 records
- eddie bauer · 10 records
- radiator leaking · 9 records
- miles radiator · 9 records
- radiator failure · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 47 |
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Cooling System
Model year - 2006 make - ford model - explorer v6 component* - cracked radiator. *tr
ODI 10333996
Cooling System
2006 ford explorer-bad radiator leak. Started leaking with only 28,000 miles on it. Called dealership and they stated it would cost $ 1100.00 to fix. They also tried selling me an extended warranty. *tr
ODI 10404494
Cooling System
2006 ford explorer eddie bauer v6-4.0l noticed antifreeze leak at 62,000 miles took to my mechanic and he told me that the radiator was bad leaking at seams. Told me that it was a very common problem for that year. Replacement for new radiator is $750 . He told me to call ford and see if they had a silent recall on these as there is a tsb out for this, they said there is nothing they can do about it. Checking…
ODI 10328926
Cooling System
Radiator began leaking and slowly became worse. Finally had to replace to avoid total failure. Told by dealer it was due to seam failure. *tr
ODI 10324478
Cooling System
2006 ford explorer xls v6 radiator started leaking after 36,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10332283
Cooling System
A friend with 2006 ford explorer had their engine seize ($5000) on the highway during a family trip over the christmas holiday due to a defective radiator and no engine temperature sensor warnings. The failure mileage was 41,000. I began checking my 2006 ford explorer because we were going to take a spring break family trip and noticed low anitfreeze on my truck overflow tank and leakage on the lower driver side of…
ODI 10325227
Cooling System
Once the vehicle reaches 35,000 to 40,000 miles, radiator failure is common. Radiator had to be replaced on my 2006 ford explorer v6 at 39,000 miles. Apparently this problems is known to ford motor company, as they've created a tsb for it stating to replace the radiator with a new design and to update the computer software on the vehicle. Radiators should not fail this soon on new cars. *tr
ODI 10325255
Cooling System
The western berks regional police has a 2006 ford explorer which is having to replace the automobile radiator for the 5th time. *tr
ODI 10319634
Cooling System
2006 ford explorer---eddie bauer edition, 4.0l v6 with 42,000 miles on it. Radiator "split at the seams" causing it to leak. Taken to ford dealership....no recall, no tsb on this problem...no offers from ford to help with the repair cost---estimated by them to be $1000. *tr
ODI 10312905
Cooling System
Radiator has failed at 51,000 mile. From google searches and results at http://www.carcomplaints.com/ford/explorer/2006/cooling_system/radiator_leak.shtml this appears to be a very common problem. Ford will not cover the cost of the repair. *tr
ODI 10310452
Cooling System · Equipment
I believe the ford explorer 2006 radiators need to be recalled! First of all, let me just say that on carcomplaints.com there are 47 complaints about radiator leaks and having to replace radiators. I believe this to be a safety issue because if it overheats...it could leave someone stranded on side the highway, or even explode or catch on fire! Please look at carcomlaints.com and review the complaints about ford…
ODI 10310454
Cooling System
First the check engine light came on and the thermostat was replaced within a week the radiator was leaking. This caused the vehicle to overheat again. The dealership said they were replacing several radiators on this vehicle due to a weak spot in the radiator. Ford refuses to acknowledge an issue without you confirming it first. Getting stranded on the highway with children is not pleasant, when you have your…
ODI 10312740
Cooling System
At 45,000 my radiator failed and ford needed to replace it. I do not take the car off road, and keep all required maintenance. This is very early for a failure, and a very common problem for this vehicle. *tr
ODI 10306745
Cooling System
Radiator started leaking for no reason in 2006 ford explorer have been told by repair shop and other owners that this is a common thing the repair shop said that because this is a design flaw to expect it to happen again in a year i do not have 600. Dollars to put out every year on a vehicle that is not paid for should i let it go back. *tr
ODI 10305358
Cooling System
Our police department has a 2006 ford explorer that is going to have its 3rd radiator put in the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10318356
Cooling System
In late december 2009 i noticed liquid pooling on my driveway from my 2006 ford explorer so i took it to my local ford dealership. I was told the radiator was cracked and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. I had an after-market radiator installed due to the ridiculous price of the radiator from ford. On february 19, 2010, i again noticed fluid pooling on my driveway and immediately took the explorer back to the ford…
ODI 10314034
Cooling System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the radiator and water pump were replaced because the vehicle was over heating but the repair did not correct the failure. The contact consulted with his personal mechanic and was advised that the head gasket would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.
ODI 10414756
Cooling System
2006 ford explorer 4.0 liter. Radiator started leaking at 42,000 miles and just short of 4 years old. Leaking from the lower tank seal. Must be replaced, can't be repaired. Ford will not take care of this known defect. This failure isn't due to corrosion, it is an engineering defect. Many explorer owners complain about this known defect and can only get help if they are fortunate to still be within the 36k mile 3…
ODI 10291776
Cooling System
Ford explorer 2006- radiator leaks . Problem starts at around 40k. There are numerous postings on the internet with the same problem. Ford refuses in most cases to replace radiator. Replacement cost are approx. $450.00. *tr
ODI 10291962
Cooling System
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. The contact stated that the radiator leaked and failed. The radiator was replaced twice before and the dealer was replacing it for the third time at the time of the complaint. The manufacturer informed the contact there were no recalls or warranties on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
ODI 10325471
Cooling System
I have a 2006 ford explorer xlt with the 4.0 v6. I have the famous radiator problem that it seems 90% of 2006 owners have. Ford has issued a tsb, but no recall. I know people who have been through radiators every 5,000 miles. Mine didn't fail until about 75000 miles, but it still failed, spewing antifreeze all over the driveway, and causing a lot of hours of labor for me. The part was about $300, but i spent over 6…
ODI 10291795
Cooling System
Radiator failure at 46,000 miles. Mechanic said no reason why failure occurred, just started leaking radiator fluid. Drove through rocky mountains, failure may cause engine failure due to overheating. *tr poor materials and workmanship.
ODI 10278045
Cooling System
I am currently having a problem with the vehicle the radiator is leaking, and i have to check the water level in the vehicle every two days to make sure that i do not completely run the vehicle hot and take the chances not having a vehicle by messing the motor up. This problem started just before i made my first payment on the 2006 ford explorer (may 25th) the vehicle began to making a loud noise like a fan…
ODI 10278255
Cooling System
I have a radiator failure on my 2006 ford explorer, 4.0 l v6. This is now the second radiator i have had to replace in less than a year. I have done alot of research online and have come across hundreds of blogs and forums with people with the same problem. Ford will not acknowledge there is a problem. If so many of us are having the same problem there should be a recall. People are having to pay alot of money over…
ODI 10268611
Cooling System
Had to replace leaking radiator. Was covered under extended warranty. *tr
ODI 10266206