2013 Ford Explorer Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 106
- 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 106 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 12 records
- carbon monoxide · 11 records
- exhaust fumes · 10 records
- strong odor · 8 records
- notified failure · 8 records
- fuel system · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 28 |
| 1–30k mi | 26 |
| 60–100k mi | 21 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering · Suspension
I have received carbon monoxide poisoning from driving my 2013 ford explorer. I also have had the front end looked at and repaired had to pay most of the costs (extended warranty paid for some) for the front end popping sounds while turning. The sound is still there and on both sides now. So money wasted towards ford!! The vehicle isnt drivable at this point and that leaves me without a vehicle.
ODI 11307079
Fuel/Propulsion System
My car is leaking fuel under the hood of the vehicle - so much fuel that it has soaked the cover on the engine block and the cover across the top of the interior of the hood. It is actually dripping down when i lift the hood. It is so strong on the interior of the vehicle that i can taste it in my mouth/lungs when i sat in the vehicle.
ODI 11300326
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that when attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated to start. The contact stated that several attempts were needed before the vehicle was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was also informed that…
ODI 11301698
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Since i've had this vehicle it jerks back and clicks as the transmission switches gear. Normally between 3 and 4th gear it seems. More importantly its overheating and leaking coolant! Same issue as fusions and other suv ford offers. This seems to me like a fire hazard that should be recalled in all fords. It leaks when parked. And overheats if the ac is in use. The leak was out of nowhere and suddenly. The fuel…
ODI 11266000
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
For the last two month, my vehicle have had a oil burning smells, i changed the oil, but the smell is still there. This is right after i turn on the heat.
ODI 11280034
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
Throttlebody p2111 code. Loss of engine power. Not covered by factory service bulletin 13n03. Why not?
ODI 11251954
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that the fuel delivery module was cracked and fuel was leaking underneath the vehicle. Causeway ford lincoln (375 nj-72, stafford township, nj 08050, [redacted]) confirmed the failure and stated that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The dealer was currently repairing the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls and referred the…
ODI 11240583
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle experiencing intermittent engine shut off under all driving conditons which exhibits a serious and dangerous situation when the vehicle abrubtly loses total power while driving. This has recently been an issue in the past two weeks while my wife and kids were driving on the freeway at 70 mph in traffic. Vehicle started back up once the ignition was turned completely off and waited a few minutes to start the…
ODI 11209395
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Pursuant to nhtsa investigation # ea 17-002 opened on 7/27/17, i am experiencing the periodic exhaust odors in my vehicle detailed in that report. All relevant recalls have been performed, which have not fixed the problem.
ODI 11190306
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
I attempted to slow the vehicle, preparing to stop. I was traveling between 65/70 mph. When pressing on the breaks the vehicle did not slow down. I pumped the breaks. The cars in front of me where at a stop and getting closer very quickly. I pushed as hard as i could on the break and then tried to push on the emergency break located on the floor. It only kicked back. Seconds later i had a direct impact with the…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11184815
Fuel/Propulsion System
FUEL LEAKING FROM UNDER CAR NEAR GAS TANK.
ODI 11174373
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that the engine warning indicator illuminated and a fuel odor emitted through the vents. The vehicle was taken to santos ford (617 w pacheco blvd, los banos, ca 93635, [redacted]) and code: p0456 was located. The dealer stated that there was a small leak coming from the rear end and the fuel tank was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
ODI 11173382
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall odor problem when accelerating. My child was diagnose being on the spectrum. Might be because of the carbon monoxide who knows. There is also a leak on both rear seat belts my kids always get dretched with water running down their car seat and clothes. Catching colds and pneumonia. So frustrating
ODI 11229490
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact noticed a fuel leak around the fuel pump above the fuel tank. The failure was repaired by an independent mechanic. The contact called several unknown dealers and was informed that the vehicle was not included in a recall.the manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 95,000. *tt*jb
ODI 11165077
Fuel/Propulsion System
Carbon monoxide odor has been getting worse. Every time i drive i begin to feel nauseous and get a headache. I have 2 boys, my 11 year old agrees it's a strong odor and he begins to feel dizzy. I fear to even have my children especially my 1 year old in this vehicle anymore and they were the reason i purchased it. I've had my vehicle in a certified ford dealership twice now since i purchased a few months ago has…
ODI 11141361
Fuel/Propulsion System
Wrench light came on as the vehicle was traveling at approx 55 mph on a city hwy & vehicle slowed dramatically & idled roughly. After turning it off & letting it sit for a minute it restarted and seemed ok. I took it to the dealer to check & they checked & said it threw a code p2111 & they isolated it to a stuck throttle body. They replace the throttle body and cleared the code.
ODI 11122293
Fuel/Propulsion System
Exhaust fumes when running ac still a problem after the field service action performed by the ford dealer. Causing headaches and lightheaded after driving with ac on my commutes due to long time exposure to fumes in the cabin. Have to turn off ac and open my windows. Feel unsafe driving my vehicle cannot use ac and california temperatures in the summer over 90 degrees
ODI 11110356
Fuel/Propulsion System
2013 ford explorer was driving down the road at 60 mph when all of a sudden accelerator stopped working and wrench light came on. I lost all acceleration ability. Luckily i was in minimal traffic and was able to coast off to the side of the road. As i was pulling over, the vehicle sputtered a few times and i killed out the vehicle and let it sit for a minute then restarted with no trouble.
ODI 11091217
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
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
My explorer has an issue when stopped and in drive with the ac on the car pulls/lunges foward as if i hit the gas/ also when im parked and the air con is running at some point the engine goes down below 500 rpms then kicks up to 700 to compensate then kicks down to below 500 , over and over again. If rev the engine a bit, then it goes back down to normal idle and its fine for maybe 10 minutes then does it all over…
ODI 11084485
Fuel/Propulsion System · Seats · Steering
Door panels out of line. Rpms drop to 0 while sitting, carbon monoxide, front end noise, seat broke, back vents poured water in, transmission slipping blinker switch replaced, modular replaced, back up camera system replaced. Front end worked on more than 7 times.
ODI 11074639
Fuel/Propulsion System
Taka ta recall i am smelling gas fumes inside of the car when i drive its especially bad when i have my heat or air conditioning on. I only smell it when the car has been in motion for a couple of minutes.
ODI 11076896
Body · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. Within less than a week of owning the vehicle, carbon monoxide entered the vehicle. The dealer (skalnek ford, 941 s lapeer rd, lake orion, mi 48362, [redacted]) stated that there was a tsb that could be performed on the vehicle. An unknown part was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they were unable to provide a solution. The…
ODI 11063237
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