2011 Ford Explorer Engine Problems
- 60
- 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 60 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- water pump · 13 records
- exhaust fumes · 10 records
- check engine · 6 records
- power steering · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- exhaust smell · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. While driving 40 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was sluggish and lost power. Also, the brakes and steering became inoperable and the oil pressure and check engine warning indicators were illuminated. The contact also heard an abnormal cranking noise. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the water pump failed and…
ODI 11281849
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. While the contact's wife was driving 35-40 mph, the engine began to shudder. The contact's wife drove into a parking lot and the engine shut off. An independent mechanic arrived at the scene and diagnosed that coolant leaked into the engine and the engine block or head was cracked. The contact called willow brook (7301 kingery hwy, willowbrook, il 60527, [redacted]) and was…
ODI 11219718
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. Every time the accelerator pedal was depressed, fumes entered the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to summerville ford ([redacted], summerville, nc 29485) for an evaluation and it was determined that it was performing according to specifications. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. *bf *as
ODI 11222242
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Engine damage due to overheating. Regular and required oil changes are documented and implemented as scheduled. No other engine or vehicle malfunctions during the course of ownership, except regular oil changes and tire replacement. However, on may 15, 2019, vehicle sensor notified oil change needed. Five days later vehicle stalled at local motel due to decreased power, rocking motion of car and luckily we were able…
ODI 11220315
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
2011 ford explorer carbon monoxide poisoning concerns recall accident occurred on may 14, 2019 at houston, texas i slept off while driving and ran into another vehicle who stopped at a stop light waiting for the green light to turn on. I was not able to stop at the stop light because i slept off because of carbon monoxide poisoning. I had no reason to experience such. I was also, constantly smelling fuel coming into…
Crash reported
ODI 11233854
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated independently while driving on the highway. Consumer stated vehicle stalled and could not turn the steering wheel. The contact lost control and swerved wildly, but managed to pull the vehicle over onto the shoulder. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to gene langley ford ([redacted], humboldt,…
ODI 11203071
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal fume odor was inside the vehicle. The engine warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed and recommended to repair the exhaust system. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. A dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Fire reported
ODI 11206905
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Car turned off as i was slowing down for a traffic light. Panel read " no power to engine" or something to the effect. Was not able to take a photo of panel due to i was caught in traffic with cars behind me.
ODI 11191937
Engine
We were traveling i-26 from sc back into nc after thanksgiving. My car dinged and said coolant temp was too high. Thankfully i was right at a rest area and immediately pulled in and turned off the car. Tried adding coolant and it poured out the bottom. Had my explorer towed to my mechanic. Turns out the water pump blew. In most cases a water pump replacement is not a big deal. Except whoever designed this engine was…
ODI 11154700
Engine
My 2011 ford explorer was in motion on a city street when the water pump immediately failed. This happened without warning. There were no check engine lights or warning signs. My temperature gauge shot up and my engine seized. The engine is unable to be turned on at this time.
ODI 11235120
Engine · Steering
Was driving the car and as soon as we pull in the parking lot the engine light came on and the car won't move. It was towed to ford mechanic and they said the water pump was fault which made the coolant to enter the engine hence messing up the engine and i needed to replace the engine. It cost me arms and legs to fix the engine. Ford need to recall water pump failure which is leading to costly fixing of the engine.…
ODI 11164416
Engine
My 2011 ford explorer only has 104k miles. In october of 2018 the car repeatedly shut off while driving home from work with no indication that anything was wrong. The next day it happened again, when i got it to finally turn back on the check engine light came on. I took it in to be checked and was told the antifreeze has spilled into the engine and we would need to replace the entire engine! I bought this car brand…
ODI 11164971
Engine
I was driving down the highway then all of the sudden the truck overheated at 65 mph i got off at the next exit and stop the truck next thing i notice is smoke coming from the hood then i call a tow truck to go to a local shop now the mechanic say i need a new engine,i dont have the money to pay for a new engine and the labor the truck is not even pay off yet, unbelievable, now that i read up on this this happen to…
ODI 11130035
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
I was driving my 2011 ford explorer (65,000 miles) when i suddenly lost all power to my gas, break and steering wheel. Luckily i was going close to 10-15 miles per hour and i managed to veer onto someone's lawn and hit the emergency break. I was told that there was oil leaking into the engine that cause a complete engine failure. No sensors went off prior to the incident and i have only gotten my car repaired at the…
ODI 11113280
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. The contact heard an abnormal noise progressing from the area of the alternator assembly and the serpentine belt. While driving approximately 65 mph, there was a sudden loss of power. The contact had to coast the vehicle slowly to be parked at the contact's residence. The dealer (bergey's ford, 700 n bethlehem pike, ambler, pa 19002, [redacted]) indicated that the vehicle…
ODI 11101054
Engine
Its a known fact that while driving, the water pumps suddenly break with no prior warning/symptom. Fluids mix as a result, contaminated fluids mandate complete engine replacement . Ford motor co. Will not assume any responsibility or offer one bit of assistance for repair costs when dealerships could have offered water pump replacement as a preventative maintenance item. Dealership is now asking me for $7100.00 to…
ODI 11093424
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. On several occasions, while driving, the contact felt sleepy, nauseous, weak, dizzy, and confused. The contact pulled the vehicle over to rest. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a ford dealer, and to stay out of the vehicle as soon as possible. The contact called foothills automall at…
ODI 11065629
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ford explorer. While driving approximately 45 mph, the engine stalled without warning. A few minutes later, the low oil pressure indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to perry ford of poway ([redacted], poway, ca 92064) where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced, and also the water pump failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified…
ODI 11034584
Engine
My vehicle has strong exhaust fumes coming in it as i drive which makes me let down windows to receive fresh air.i took it to the ford dealer and they wouldn't fix it but they had police explorers there fixing the same problem.
ODI 11022791
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
I have 2011 ford explorer, which i take into the local ford dealership for maintenance regularly. I have had me explorer a little over 2 years. Ever since i purchased my explorer and i would take it in for maintenance, i would tell them i smell exhaust fumes on the inside of my vehicle. Only once did they check it for me. At that time, they said the guy couldn't smell anything. Well, today 8-24-17, i had to take it…
ODI 11019382
Engine
Strong fume / exhaust smell is present when accelerating onto the highway with the a/c in either recycle mode or normal mode. Lightheadedness can be present at times associated with accelerating the vehicle. This exhaust smell has been present for several years, and doesn't seem to go away or change.
ODI 11013970
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Car was fine then all of a sudden over heating sign went on in the car . I pulled over on the freeway called a tow truck because i was told not to drive the car. I had it towed to my house had a professional mechanic look at it at my house i was then told that there was a leak and the water tank was not holding water because of it. The next day i went to my car i turned it on and check engine light was on. I then…
ODI 10991290
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
I first began experiencing braking and battery issues 3 to 4 weeks after the purchase of my vehicle. I took the vehicle in for servicing of the braking and battery issues. I was informed by the service advisor that i should return the vehicle to dealership for repairs due to the multiple issues with vehicle. At that time, i learned that there was leakage from the upper portion of the engine. The dealership addresses…
ODI 10969927
Engine · Power Train
Went to go drive the suv while doing only 25 mph & it was raving our 3-5 rpm. While drug in the city
ODI 10966422
Engine
When driving the vehicle on the highway or when accelerating the inside of the vehicle smells of rotting eggs. From time to time it is smelt when sitting at and idling. This has been an ongoing problem with our 2011 ford explorer.
ODI 10955263