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
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that there was a strong odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The contact and his children became ill. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a leak in the fuel pump. The dealer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
ODI 10920203
Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving on highway at 65-70 mph i accelerated to pass another vehicle,and shortly after passing, a strong smell of exhaust fumes or gasoline entered the passenger area. This has occurred several times since purchasing the car new in 2013. I called my ford dealer and was told that a service bulletin has been issued to fix the problem, but since my vehicle is now out of warranty i would have to pay for the fix.…
ODI 10914234
Exterior Lighting · Fuel/Propulsion System
Turn signals malfunctioned constantly. Problem allegedly caused by faulty installation of both wiring harnesses at factory. Both were replaced. Second vehicle in our fleet with this problem. Vehicle started losing acceleration; problem traced to faulty throttle body. Second vehicle in our fleet with this problem.
ODI 10893569
Fuel/Propulsion System
On aug.3th, 2016 i was driving my ford explorer 2013 on a freeway going aprox. 65miles/hr. At one point a wrench light came on and the vehicles engine quit. I made sure to put my hazard lights on and slowly changed lanes to get out of the way. This was very dangerous as the freeway is under heavy construction so there not much space to pull over safely. I managed to find the "safest" spot and stopped the vehicle. I…
ODI 10913845
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Exhaust smell in interior of vehicle. I typically drive with a/c or heat on (seasonally) and always use outside air (no re-circulation). Smell is more noticeable when idling at a stop light or otherwise not in motion. Have tried two service calls recently with no resolution. An additional related issue is an even stronger fuel smell in my garage. This is more of a pre-combustion smell. The dealer reported that this…
ODI 10892183
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
On two separate occasions, the car stalled after de-accelerating to a stopped position and made a "clunk" sound from the transmission area. During the first event at a traffic light, a very noticeable "clunk" was heard that sounded like the transmission. The car was re-started and seemed to drive normally. To be on the safe side, we brought the car to the dealership to have it checked but they could find nothing…
ODI 10893006
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Vehicle emits bad odor upon hard acceleration or any other activity which puts a strain on the engine. Dealer deodorized the exhaust system with some perfume like substance which stopped the smell, but probably not the gas, for a while which soon wore off and returned. Ford does not claim to know anything about the issue. I'm concerned about carbon monoxide and have thought about putting in a sensor to record the…
ODI 10882962
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact noticed strong fumes inside the vehicle which caused nausea and headaches. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000. Updated 06/02/17*lj
ODI 10954453
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Fuel throttle body error p2111 has happened 5 times in 3 days, causing great distress to me and my family. This is a potentially deadly defect and it seems many others are having the same issue. What occurs is that a wrench appears on screen with the error message "terrain management system fault" and the vehicle goes into "limp mode," even at highway speeds, causing the accelerator pedal to become unresponsive.
ODI 10881925
Fuel/Propulsion System
When air conditioner auxiliary is on the smell of exhaust or fume is being smelt coming thru the air vents. Also i have been experiencing a delay in take off when i press on the gas pedal.
ODI 10885378
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that there were strong fumes emitting into the cabin of the vehicle, which caused nausea and headaches. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
ODI 10903923
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. While driving various speeds, a strong fuel odor emitted inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the gasket was loose and caused the fuel odor to emit into the cabin of the vehicle. The technician stated that the gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10925773
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. While driving the vehicle or when the vehicle was parked or idling, the contact noticed a strong odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,022.
ODI 10864033
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Getting exhaust fumes in the cabin of vehicle at times. Sometimes so bad that it makes you sick nauseous and headaches. Ford refuses to fix problem under there warranty. It happens at any time slow or at highway speeds when using the ac or heater it is even worse.
ODI 10863341
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
While driving approximately 40mph preparing to merge onto freeway i lost acceleration power and vehicle decelerated to 5mph nearly causing accident. After turning car off and back on it resumed normal operation. Later that day my wife experienced the same problem. We had vehicle towed to ford dealership and after two days they were prepared to return the vehicle because the problem did not present during the test…
ODI 10861877
Fuel/Propulsion System
My 2013 ford explorer v6 engine shuts off while driving down the highway or in town creating a very unsafe driving situation. Looking online there is quite a few complaints to the same that the throttle body loses electrical power and shuts down. This has happened twice in 2 days and i no longer drive it until a replacement throttle body can be found. Ford made a change to the replacements, but this should be a…
ODI 10860744
Fuel/Propulsion System
In the spring and summer when driving with my ac on i started getting the worst head akes of my life and was even hospiltised for them and noone could ever figure anything out then in the fall wehn we stoped my head stped hurting and then i took a trip in nov to florida and used the ac almost the whole way back and when i returned home i was put back in the hospital for again a head ake that could not be controlled…
ODI 10955220
Fuel/Propulsion System
I know there is recalls for carbon monoxide exhaust fumes coming into cabin for fords i think mine has this issue
ODI 11012239
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. The contact stated that the a fuel odor emitted from the vehicle. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was previously taken for inspection two weeks prior to the failure; however, the technician did not indicate a failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
ODI 10926067
Fuel/Propulsion System
Took vehicle to ford dealer to fix the fuel recall issue. Now, about a year later, vehicle is drawing in fuel smell from both the vehicle and everything outside the vehicle. The smell is stronger when the heat is on and also around gas stations. Now i'm being told it might be a different problem which will cost me over $800.
ODI 10818515
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
This is my third attempt at this. My explorer has the exhaust problem you are seeing in the news. I have tried to work with the dealership, ford directly and now one wants to acknowledged. I have been chasing this for a few years. My kids and i are getting ill and with 100 degree temp and below zero climate we have to use the air. They also have a problem with their outer window pillars where they will come lose and…
ODI 11011748
Fuel/Propulsion System
Vapor canister purge valve inoperative at 72,000 miles causing a miss/ hesitation when vehicle was running. Light came on and a loss of power occurred while traveling on the interstate. Immediately drove the vehicle to the dealership and this was identified as the vapor canister purge valve. Ford decided this was not an emissions component and did not warranty the repair under their 80000 mile emissions warranty…
ODI 10811300
Exhaust System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes · Wheel Bearing
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford explorer. While driving various speeds, an exhaust odor emitted inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brakes, wheel bearing, and fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, a month later, the failure recurred. The…
ODI 10883018
Fuel/Propulsion System
My problem is that there is a strong gas smell inside car. I have small kids that i drive to school back and forth and i have no warenty.
ODI 10809638
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
As reported to ford: what is your vehicle sales or service issue?:vin: ifm5k8d85dga40422 2013 ford explorer - i recently shipped my 2013 ford explorer to azerbaijan where i am serving the u.s. Government. I hired a driver who conveyed a problem to me regarding the power steering and sync system. After doing some online research, i became aware of the recall for power steering problems which seem to fit the symptoms…
ODI 10820600