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
STRONG EXHAUST ODOR UNDER HEAVY ACCELERATION.
ODI 10926707
Engine
An exhaust smell enters the cabin of the vehicle. I first started to notice it when the car was idling and i thought it was coming from the car ahead of me. This continued on and off for months until more recently when the smell was present even as i drove the car. I have had headaches, dizziness and stomach upsets for months realizing that my vehicle was perhaps no longer safe for me to drive. I brought it in to my…
ODI 10972121
Engine
When the vehicle is accelerated,a very strong odor of exhaust comes from the air conditioner. I had a representative with me and they noticed the odor too. This happens no matter what road you are driving on. *tr
ODI 10919155
Air Bags · Engine
In june 6/2016, my was was going 35mph, approaching an intersection when the wrench light followed by the "terrain management fault" warning came on. The vehicle lost all power. Traffic coming from her right received the green light and she was nearly killed by a driver who drove through the light, timing it for when it turned green. The vehicle spent 14.5 days at the palm bay ford dealership in palm bay florida…
ODI 10916462
12v/24v/48v Battery · Engine · Traction Control System · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and stalled intermittently. The vehicle started only after the battery was charged. The contact also stated that the heating system became inoperable and the check engine, service traction, and battery warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was unable to be started or…
ODI 10940085
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
There is an overbearing almost intoxicating sulfur/rotten egg smell coming in the cabin of the car any time accelerating. I got this vehicle new in 2014 and it has been doing it since day one. At first i wrote it off as new car or possibly the turbo. But now after reading the thousands others with same problem i am extremely concerned for my family's well being. I have been driving my infant in this car for two…
ODI 10910224
Engine
Unsafe c02 levels in cabin ,bad odors,while driving vehicle while a/c on. *tr
ODI 10920073
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to run after the ignition was turned off. The failure recurred and drained the battery. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
ODI 10934062
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving various speeds, the steering became difficult to operate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. In addition, there were exhaust fumes inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 81,590. *tr
ODI 10888647
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
We have a 2014 ford explorer that has a smell inside while accelerating. We have taken it to the dealer to have the problem corrected. Our concern is that exhaust has been coming into the vehicle. We aren't sure if the current solutions in place to fix the vehicle are enough. Well knowing and our family is getting sick from this current issue we just aren't sure what we're breathing inside the vehicle is safe. The…
ODI 10889250
Engine
Exhaust smell in main cabin when rpms exceed 3200. Happens most commonly when climbing a steep grade or accelerating onto a freeway to merge with traffic. This has been occurring for past two years or so, it can smell like exhaust, burning hair, etc. Complaints to dealer are given a cursory explanation of excess fuel, it is normal and nothing can be done. I've owned many vehicles over the years and never experienced…
ODI 10883821
Engine
Every time you step on the gas a little more than normal, ie going up a hill and getting up to speed, the interior of the car fills up with exhaust/ burning oil smell and is quite disorienting. I dont know if there is an area that does not have a filter or if it so potent that the cabin air filter cant filter it all out.
ODI 10882796
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I bought my 2014 ford explorer in november of 2015. I noticed a rotten egg/ exhaust smell as the weather became warmer. Anytime i would accelerate up a hill or accelerate on a flat stretch of road during the summer months was when the smell is the worst. I have to roll down all of the windows. I no longer allow my children to ride in the third row because they would complain on the longer car rides of having a…
ODI 10929575
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate and the service engine and terrain management system fault warning indicators illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to shift properly. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the…
ODI 10916483
Engine · Unknown Or Other
We smell exhaust gas when the car is in full throttle, like when climbing a steep road or merging into freeway ramps, or just any sort of hard(ish) acceleration. Odor is also detected when the air conditioner was in recirculation mode. This has been going on since we bought the vehicle.
ODI 10882568
Engine
On acceleration large amount of exhaust fumes in the cab of the vehicle.
ODI 10993676
Engine
I have frequently experienced a strong smell of exhaust and/or burning oil in the passenger compartment. This often occurs when the a/c is running and/or under heavy acceleration or climbing steep grades. I had mentioned this a few times to 2 local ford dealerships and was advised by one that they are aware of possible issues involving a chemical or "propane" smell, but not exhaust fumes. The other had no knowledge…
ODI 10883531
Engine
While driving our 2014 ford explorer xlt, we have noticed a strong gas odor inside the vehicle. This occurs when the air conditioning is in recirculation mode while driving and idling at a stoplight. This has happened intermittenlty during the past year.
ODI 10882949
Engine
Experiencing very strong exhaust / sulfur smell in cabin area upon medium to hard acceleration. Bought car in spring of 2014 and noticed it within the first month or two. At first i thought it might have been a car in front of me, but that is not the case as i have experienced this numerous times this with no one else on the road. It occurs when you pass someone or go up a steep incline. When towing my boat the…
ODI 10787074
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. When the air conditioner circulation mode was activated or when the accelerator pedal was depressed, exhaust fumes emitted inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 39,900. The vin was not available.
ODI 10906151
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving 75 mph, the vehicle stalled and the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted several times and the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air flow sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 15,000. Ma…
ODI 10761325
Engine
My ford explorer has significant exhaust smell in the vehicle at times, usually after i have kicked it down into passing gear, such as in climbing hills. When i had it in for service, i asked the dealer i bought it from to try to identify what is causing it and they claimed they could not discern any odor. I have since learned of the technical service bulletins that have been pushed out by ford for my very problem…
ODI 11013108
Engine
2014 ford explorer sport, strong smell of engine exhaust fumes entering passenger cabin. Must drive with windows open to vent out passenger cabin. My safety as well as my family's safety is at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning, respitory distress, asthma and possible unconsciousness while driving. The overwhelming engine exhaust fumes within the passenger cabin at times is unbearable.
ODI 10968833
Engine
I bought a brand new 2014 ford explorer and the extended warranty at the time of purchase. The exhaust fumes coming into the vehicle during acceleration at highway speeds. I took the truck in to while it was under the bumper to bumper to be fixed and what was done at the time was reprogramming exhaust and ac intake. This did not fix the exhaust problem but did improve the smell and how often it occurred . I recently…
ODI 10960408
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
When applying full braking at a stop sign or red light the vehicle stops but the engine and transmission continue to race at full speed. The brake pulsates like the anti lock braking system is engaged. In order to get the vehicle back to normal the engine must be shut off or the transmission disengaged. It will then start up normally. We have had 11 occasions within the past 2 months where this has occurred, this…
ODI 10746671