2013 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 242
- 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 242 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 10 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- carbon monoxide · 14 records
- exhaust fumes · 12 records
- exhaust smell · 9 records
- smell exhaust · 9 records
- under warranty · 5 records
- burning smell · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 60 |
| 60–100k mi | 60 |
| 1–30k mi | 43 |
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
I get sick; headache, nausea, feeling really tired and blurry vision after trips more than 2 jours
ODI 11164994
Unknown Or Other
Brought my vehicle in to ford dealership for ford carbon monoxide customer service program #17n03. Was called by the dealership to tell me that the transfer case is leaking and needs to be replaced along with the sway bars and links. I see that many other complaints have been lodged regarding this type of repair. For the age of the vehicle and how little it is driven these seem like pricey repairs. I drive a 2013…
ODI 11156125
Unknown Or Other
I brought this vehicle 3 years ago from liberty ford. My truck has been serviced with their company since i brought the car. Now today i was told by my mechanic that i have to replace my transfer case. I was unable to drive the truck was stalling, i couldn't drive or give it gas in the motion when i was driving and needed to be towed to my mechanic shop. It sounded like my truck was dragging. The cost of a transfer…
ODI 11155368
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust manifolds have deteriorated, allowing exhaust gases into the cabin when vehicle is moving. Problem confirmed by repair shop, which estimates $2,000 to replace the exhaust manifolds and the attached catalytic converters. This appears to be a problem that is known to ford, based on news articles.
ODI 11155217
Unknown Or Other
The cabin smells of exhaust while driving. It smells this way on city street or highway. The smell gets worse the longer the car is running. We had the workaround that ford suggested done and it has not helped the issue.
ODI 11149561
Unknown Or Other
About a year ago i went through the process to get my explorer 'fixed' with the exhaust smell issue. And i though all was well. Then this year once i started using the heater in my vehicle it became much worse than it was last year. My toddler complains of head aches after car rides and i get light headed and very nauseous. If the car is left running for even 30 seconds with 50 feet of clearance behind it the cabin…
ODI 11152640
Unknown Or Other
Smell of exhaust within cab of the vehicle while in motion and stationary. Smell can be overpowering and the effects can make the occupants feel nauseous. Ford had been notified several times of this matter and was not able to find or duplicate the problem.
ODI 11145128
Unknown Or Other
The roof operating panel module is bad. My moon/sunroof is stuck in the open position. We stopped at three different dealerships to see if they could shut it so we didn't have to drive in the rain with it open they were able to put plastic on top of it but now it's just sitting in my garage until we can come up with money to fix it
ODI 11144841
Unknown Or Other
Driving on a highway at 70 mph, the windshield drivers side molding became detached, started shredding (causing a dent in the door) and before i could pull over, flew off the explorer. Part of the molding is still attached (about 1/4 piece). Very glad it did not hurt anyone, but what if a motorcycle was behind me? This does not have a recall through ford. When i ordered my part, estimated at #450.00, 3 other people…
ODI 11139583
Unknown Or Other
Goodyear fortera hl tires showed cracking after only 19,540 miles on 2013 ford explorer purchased new in january 2013. After this discovery, i need to replace all 4 tires.tire numbers are dot 4b8t manufactured in canada on 3/2012.
ODI 11130176
Seat Belts · Seats · Unknown Or Other
When it rains, water pours in from driver side 3rd row seat belt. Apparently this is a common problem on ford explorers due to poor welding issues, yet nothing has been done about it. I am concerned about future mold and mildew issues in the car. I drive around 3 young children and do not want any health issues because of this flaw. Ford needs to step up and issue a recall so it can be fixed. I do not have thousands…
ODI 11143780
Unknown Or Other
EXHAUST SMELL IN THE CAB
ODI 11120903
Body · Unknown Or Other
Noticed leak into spare tire well years ago and jones ford in n. Charleston could not find a leak. 8/13/2018 took our vehicle in for the same exact problem and found the water pours down the third row seatbelts anytime it rains. There is now mold in the carpeted area below the 3rd row seats. The leak happens while the car is stationary, driving, anytime it is raining.
ODI 11120206
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10-15 minutes after commuting on the sun coast parkway in florida, i experienced double vision, became unable to think clearly or make decisions (ie: to pull over and call for help), and hit numerous upright, rubber barriers which separate the express lane from the other lanes of traffic, as well as either a temporary concrete divider or metal rail. Much of the following 24 hours after my accident are foggy or i do…
Crash reported
ODI 11115521
Body · Unknown Or Other
The vehicle is rolling away while in "park". It is the exact problem described for other ford vehicles but the explorer is not on the recall list. We have experienced this occurrence twice now. The first time it occurred, the vehicle rolled out of our garage and into fence and tree. The second time, it rolled out of a parked spot while my wife was in the driver seat and clearly observing the transmission was in…
Crash reported
ODI 11128734
Unknown Or Other
We have a 2013 ford explorer that we have taken in late last year and had the carbon monxiode problem addressed and we are still having issues after the recall. We still smell it when we accerlate the gas. I try not to drive my vehicle because of it. Now when i run the ac and step on the gas the compressor for the ac drops down. If i run the ac on 5 and i accerlate on the gas it sounds like i just turned it on and…
ODI 11109997
Unknown Or Other
Takata recall: when driving 75mph try to pass another car, the motor and ac cut off at 79 mph, no power. This is on the highway
ODI 11101709
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Monoxide carbon odors from the exhaust pipe are entered into the vehicle, and when i drive for long periods of time i feel nauseous and disoriented and i have to lower the windows every 20 minutes
ODI 11105252
Unknown Or Other
On a 2013 ford explorer, the shift lock release keeps getting stuck and car is unable to shift into gear with out manually moving the release pump. This is after car is in park.
ODI 11097083
Body · Seat Belts · Unknown Or Other
Noticed water leak coming out of seat belt harness area in third row. Water leak is causing entire area to become wet in third row. Mildew smell is now present. Afraid there may be mold growth causing health issues. I put towels around the seatbelt to catch water and they are soaked when i change them out. Rain water comes leaked on when the car is parked or while in motion. I am not aware of where the leak is…
ODI 11101040
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Continue to smell a bad odor from vents. Contacted ford, went to dealer today, did free fiix, but problem not still exists. It does this occassionally and last few minutes.
ODI 11090837
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Continue to smell a bad odor from vents. Contacted ford and wanted to bring it in but will cost money to have it checked out. It does this occassionally and lasts a few minutes. Previously have smelled a strong gas odor which made me have a severe headache for hours. Thought there going to be a recall. Have 2013 base model.
ODI 11085170
Unknown Or Other
My ford explorer 2013 back tailgate window shattered. It was cold out about 30 degrees but my rear defrost was not on at all that day. I drove my car to work which is about a [redacted]. I got in the left hand turn lane to make a left turn into my work and it shattered. No car behind me. I was going about 5 miles per hour. I then turned into the parking lot of my work.
ODI 11080199
Unknown Or Other
Carbine monoxide detector going off when driving.
ODI 11075436
Unknown Or Other
MY CARBON MONOXIDE TESTER IS GOING OFF.
ODI 11074014