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 |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 60 |
| 30–60k mi | 60 |
| 1–30k mi | 43 |
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body · Electronic Stability Control · Unknown Or Other
Vehicle in motion when all of a sudden would slow down to a crawl and lose ability to accelerate. Yellow wrench warning light would then light up. Happened twice and almost had serious accident. Also would experience burning smell when accelerating up a hill. Previously reported to dealer but they would not believe.
ODI 11074216
Unknown Or Other
The air conditioner stopped sending out cool air after a long drive back in february 2018 it then started smelling like exhaust in the vehicle for several days later until it was confirmed with my husband who also smelled it, i took it in to the dealer, they had already performed the recall inspection and this time did an additional step in patching. Currently the car ventilation when ac or heater is turned off when…
ODI 11078548
Unknown Or Other
Shift to park warning aoften comes on-car is on park!
ODI 11110775
Unknown Or Other
Bought the vehicule on 01/23/2018.started to smell exhaust while driving.after driving the vehicule,i feel dizzy,nauseous and have a bad headache for about 6 hours.start to feel better when i'm not driving the vehicule.havnt went to doctor for carbon monoxide poisoning yet.taking it to service department on monday.
ODI 11065418
Engine · Unknown Or Other
My wife and i took a trip for a baby shower, it was about a 2.[redacted]. On the way there, the check engine light turned on. There were no other warnings or indications of an issue. We made it fine to our destination, drove around town a little bit, and stayed the night. The next day we headed home (another 2.5 hr trip). The check engine light was on the entire time, but there were no abnormal noises or odors, or…
Fire reported
ODI 11067101
Unknown Or Other
Distinct smell of exhaust leaking in the cab space when the vehicle is in operation.
ODI 11064404
Unknown Or Other
As i was driving my car, out of nowhere, my dash started flashing these errors/issues/warnings. The car to seem to be driving normal, so i think. All of a sudden the terrain management system fault light appears, dial no longer works to get [redacted] or traction control system to work, abs light on! Researching and seeing a lot of same issues but after dealer looking at the diagnostics nothing truly wrong? This…
ODI 11061545
Unknown Or Other
Recently while driving my vehicle, i have begun noticing a rotten egg/sulfuric smell. This has been occurring for approximately the past 6 months. The issue will happen while i am driving, and also if i am sitting at idle for an extended time (at a red light or in traffic). I have noticed feeling fatigue while driving as well, and there are times where the smell makes me nauseous or gives me a headache. I work in…
ODI 11112597
Unknown Or Other
One car accident hit guard rail then ran in the neutral ground all four tires blowout. Blurred vision could not find the interstate. Gulose level 34 not a diabetic. Need to investigate suv totaled. On highway, in motion
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11074218
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Cabin has a very very strong smell of natural gas. It is very concerning. It is toxic to breathe and dangerous! My vehicle seems unsafe to drive!
ODI 11056991
Unknown Or Other
Carbon monoxide smell on the inside of my explorer made my wife and her friend light headed and started getting headaches and we stop using our explore for our safety and it's know just parked in my garage.and haven't use it anymore.
ODI 11066867
Unknown Or Other
As i was driving down the road, my left windshield cladding flew off of my 2013 ford explorer without warning or accident. The car behind me almost was in an accident swerving to avoid it. This is evidently a common problem as there are multiple cases of this happening on the explorer from what i've seen on multiple forums. I went to my local ford dealership to discuss with them and they basically told me tough luck…
ODI 11048719
Unknown Or Other
On nov 5th, a sulfuric odor was detected in the cabin of the vehicle for a brief period. On nov 6th, the same odor was detected in and around the vehicle with much more strength than the previous day. On nov 13th, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and repair. The vehicle was returned on the 13th stating a known tsb has been implemented (the tsb number was not disclosed). Upon driving the…
ODI 11046416
Unknown Or Other
Co2 entering the cabin. Already took it to a ford dealer they lied to me and never fixed the car. Now they want me to pay in order for them to check it. You can smell the smoke getting into the car.
ODI 11052856
Unknown Or Other
The electronic screen that controls radio, environmental systems, navigation, shuts down frequently while the vehicle is in motion, or motor is running.
ODI 11039708
Unknown Or Other
When the engine is "gunned" or when the rpms are high (when speeding up quickly), an exhaust smell is noticed in the cabin. We have a preemie infant and a 3 year old, and are very worried about the effects this may have on them. This has happened several times. Most recent incident was 10/21/17
ODI 11035777
Unknown Or Other
Vehicle fills will strong smell of exhaust usually when entering freeway or 3/4 to wot situations(passing etc.) at other times vehicle seems to build smell of exhaust idling. I have taken the vehicle after first purchased to ford and they say there is nothing wrong. Having seen current reports of similar concerns with police and consumer vehicles i wanted to report and confirm the same issue in a non police…
ODI 11051383
Unknown Or Other
Fuel exhaust fumes in the cabin. Starting to get stronger
ODI 11033043
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Today, i was driving down the highway with my ac on and began to smell a strong odor of fuel. As i drove the smell got stronger. I finally got to my destination 10 minutes later and felt sick and had a headache.
ODI 11032997
Seat Belts · Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
Both of my remote controls are not working at all and have to be putting the control in the little box to get my vehicle started and carbon monoxide fumes are present so i stop driving my vehicle for safety precautions of the smell.
ODI 11064565
Unknown Or Other
The smell of exhaust fumes are present inside the vehicle cabin during trips. This is causing headaches and nauseous feelings after being in the vehicle for extended trips longer than half an hour.
ODI 11032891
Unknown Or Other
After driving in my explorer, when i get out, i get dizzy and naseous. My husband has the same thing happen to him while driving with me
ODI 11046257
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
This vehicle has the exhaust fume issue where the cabin fills with exhaust fumes and is difficult to drive due to the smell. You have to drive with the windows down in order to tolerate driving. The recent recall was done - vehicle taken to dealer to have the ac reprogramed and tailgate seals inspected. This did not work. We will be trading the vehicle in and purchasing another vehicle soon. This issue needs to be…
ODI 11081753
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Carbon monoxide / exhaust enter into the cabin during daily driving. Confirmed with gas detector
ODI 11034189
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Driver door ajar sensor remains on even though door is securely closed, even on repeat attempts to close the door. This causes the doors not to lock and allows doors to be opened even when car is in motion.
ODI 11040871