2014 Ford Explorer Engine Problems
- 140
- 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 140 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- exhaust fumes · 35 records
- exhaust smell · 18 records
- carbon monoxide · 13 records
- strong exhaust · 10 records
- exhaust odor · 9 records
- smell exhaust · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 54 |
| 30–60k mi | 44 |
| 60–100k mi | 18 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Seats
I'm getting cel error code p0016. There is a rattling noise on startup and sometimes during highway driving everyday. My explorer sport has 65,340 miles on it, w ay to soon for a timing chain. The dealer stated i probably have timing chain stretch and there no tsb to resolved the issue in my truck even though i have the same ecoboost engine as the f150 that the tsb 17-0026 does apply to. Why not the ford explorer…
ODI 11281639
Engine
There is an odor leaking into the car from either the engine or the exhaust . I've noticed it multiple times over the last few days and we have to put the windows down to not feel sick when we breathe. It happens whether i am driving or stopped at a light. I also started feeling tired while driving and almost fell asleep at the wheel in the middle of the day. I have now stopped using the vehicle. Something is very…
ODI 11266708
Engine
Believe there is an issue with carbon monoxide in my vehicle. While driving for about 4 hours the carbon monoxide detector in my bag began to sound indicating the presence of carbon monoxide. It did not stop until i removed it from the vehicle. I was light headed and experiencing nausea at the time.
ODI 11254034
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle backfired and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the crankshaft and cam shaft sensors needed to be replaced. The contact called sunrise ford of fontana (located at [redacted], fontana, ca 92335, [redacted]) and informed them of the failure. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11241129
Engine
I was getting headaches while driving so i purchased a carbon monoxide detector for my explorer for $149.00. It registered around 18-20ppm when driving. July 2019 i had the 'repair' done at my local dealer. August 2019, more headaches and my vehicle still registers 18-20 ppm while driving. The apparent fix did nothing to correct the carbon monoxide from leaking into my cabin area. Driving with air conditioner on and…
ODI 11242695
Engine
The engine began leaking coolant caused by the water pump seal failing. We have had several others that also have had water pump failures.
ODI 11254371
Engine
When accelerating from a parked position, the engine appears to skip, and or buck. It is noticeable, but the dealer cannot remedy it.
ODI 11255810
Engine · Steering
Timing chain and cam phasers causing vehicle to excel erase and stop with no control. Power steering going in and out while driving.
ODI 11209082
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
When suddenly accelerating to speed over 65 mph , exhaust gas/fumes enter the main cabin, and linger for sometime, until i open all windows to dissipate the fumes. This issue always occur during sudden acceleration. I have taken vehicle to dealer several times and they installed external seals but issue continues, even after the fixes.
ODI 11219496
Engine
We have experienced a clicking noise on our car over the last couple of weeks and my wife has been complaining of headaches and fatigue during the same time as well. We took the car into the shop and it has been identified as a crack exhaust manifold which would cost us $1,100 to fix. I researched and saw this 1.3million reports of the samething. I called ford and they refused to help with the repairs as there is no…
ODI 11189766
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Fuel smell/fumes entering passenger cabin when ac/heat is on. Sometimes at a stop or slow pace and windows are open fumes or smell is apparent. Once parked you can smell from the front part of the vehicle in the hood near the wiper blades.
ODI 11189857
Engine
CHAIN DRIVEN WATER PUMP FAILURE AT 85,000 MILES
ODI 11182723
Electrical System · Engine
Won't turn off when turn off button is pushed to turn vehicle off, we have to keep pressing button on gear shift and it has taken 35 minutes to turn it off which just happend today oct. 30, 2018 it has raised the driver seat twice all by iteself while the vehicle has been turned off and no one is in the vehicle when this has happened. It makes odd noises inside the dash when vehicle is turned off
ODI 11144058
Engine
2014 ford explorer 3.5 liter eco-boost >>oil lines leak at turbo , causing oil to leak down onto exhaust. Very bad smell !! There is already recalls for newer models but not the 2014. People are going to get hurt. Ford only stated to keep my receipts for reimbursement if there is ever a re-call?
ODI 11149590
Engine
Idler pully went bad threw belt..only had 32,000 miles on it...in motion on a city street.happend on a sunday wile on vacation in florida..took to firestone dealer to fix..cost me $372.00 to fix...
ODI 11196887
Engine
Headaches by my husband and myself while driving or riding. Carbon monoxide readings first time read at 11ppm on a 10 minute trip. Continual monitering reads at 6-9 on normal driving. Readings at 14 on acceleration. I feel it's unhealthy and safeto drive this car daily.
ODI 11129802
Engine
All recommended repairs have been completed on the ford explorer and exhaust fumes are still present in the cabin.
ODI 11129548
Engine
Exhaust started coming into rear of vehicle. We were able to smell it when the car was stopped or moving slowly. People in the backseat could smell it before those in the front could.
ODI 11129453
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. The contact stated that there was an open throttle failure that caused fumes to enter the cabin of the vehicle. The failure was similar to that listed in nhtsa action number: ea17002 (structure, engine and engine cooling), but the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.…
ODI 11175046
Engine
We brought the vehicle to the dealer around with about 10,000 miles on may 2018 stating we smelled exhaust fumes inside the vehicle. They put some type of rubber plugs in the lift gate rear hatch. This didn't cure the problem. Brought the vehicle back on august 21, 2018 with 13,800 miles and told them when we tried to enter a freeway while accelerating into traffic with the a/c on there is a very profound odor of…
ODI 11123814
Engine
Exhaust smell/fumes were noticed twice on a 3 hour trip. Passengers in the vehicle felt nauseated and had headaches that were not present before the trip and were relieved after exiting the vehicle.
ODI 11114465
Engine · Steering · Traction Control System
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving 55 mph, the steering wheel failed to move. The following day, the vehicle failed to start and the oil pressure, starting system failure, traction control, and engine coolant warning indicators illuminated. The contact called a local dealer (expressway ford, 3800 highway 62 w, mt vernon, in 47620, [redacted]) and was informed that the vehicle was not covered…
ODI 11104139
Engine
Vehicle has a problem with cam phasers, cam postition sensors & stretch timing chain
ODI 11083516
Engine
During commutes to and from work, typically with stop-and-go conditions at slow speed, i become very sleepy and inattentive, almost to the point of passing out. This happened recently after having the car serviced for oil change and a standard 15-point inspection.
ODI 11074272
Engine
I drive my ford explorer almost every day and i was becoming progressively fatigued and dizzy ( loss of normal balance). I could not pin pont the problem area until i received an "urgent recall notice" from our regular ford dealership in belvidere, illinois. My doctor ordered a special blood test which confirmed a high level of carbon monoxide in my blood. The vehicle was repaired but i still have some amount of the…
ODI 11066901