2015 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 269
- 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 269 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 20 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- carbon monoxide · 40 records
- exhaust fumes · 26 records
- exhaust smell · 12 records
- exhaust odor · 9 records
- monoxide poisoning · 8 records
- smell exhaust · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 124 |
| 30–60k mi | 69 |
| 60–100k mi | 23 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
Sulphur like smell comes through the vents inside the vehicle ..i've been putting air fresheners on the vents for 1+ years , im now getting migraine headaches which my dr. Said was caused by the fumes inside my car . I went to the dealer and they said nothing is wrong with the car. I spoke to ford and they told me to go back to the dealer so they can find a remedy. The car is not safe to drive.
1 injury
ODI 10957121
Unknown Or Other
Strong oder or exhaust when accelerating from a stop or attempting to pass. Usually have the windows up and the air conditioning on and at higher rpms
ODI 10955426
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust odor inside of vehicle while driving. Diagnosed on 2-14-17 tsb 16-0166.
ODI 10954921
Unknown Or Other
Strong odor -- similar to that of natural gas -- when idling (stop light, traffic, etc). It's been happening for months. I've read recent news stories about similar issues and thought it important to add my observation to the monitoring activity.
ODI 10954539
Unknown Or Other
Saw on the news this morning that there is a possible issue with carbon monoxide in the vehicle - both my wife and i complain every time we drive the car since we got it that we get headaches-- and believe now this must be the cause. Need to get this fixed.
ODI 10954165
Unknown Or Other
This vehicle is leaking carbononoxide as measured by a meter. I have had health effects consistent with co exposure. The dealer followed the tsb in an attempt to repair the co leak. The vehicle is still registering a couple leak on the meter. I do not feel that the vehicle can be driven by me safely. I have requested that ford buyback the vehicle or allow me to turn the vehicle in 6 months before my lease ends but…
ODI 11035516
Unknown Or Other
After ford dealer completed the third tsb 16-0166 repair to fix the exhaust fumes smell in cabin, i still have the same problem. Tsb 16-0166 repair did not fix the exhaust gas fumes smell in the cabin. The problem usually occurs with the air conditioning on, going up a steep hill, or going over the crest of a steep hill, speed is in the range of 45-60 mph, and not in full open throttle.
ODI 10954630
Unknown Or Other
We have had a problem with this vehicle regarding carbon monoxide. This problem has been on-going since february 2017. I have repair orders since then, and the notice of a recall from ford's website. The representatives from ford are not helping me at all, and i do not know what else to do.
ODI 11046231
Unknown Or Other
During acceleration and while the ac is on, i get co2 in the cabin.
ODI 10955195
Unknown Or Other
Our ford explorer started to smell of exhaust in the cab. This smell is extremely overwhelming and has caused headaches on several occasions. When you come to a stop, the cab of the vehicle fills with exhaust fumes. This happens after driving on highway, freeway, or city streets. We took it in for repairs and it took approximately two weeks to find multiple places where there were leaks. The ford maintenance…
ODI 10980568
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
There is a gas/propane smell inside of my vehicle which requires the occupants to roll down the windows because of safety concerns. The smell is more prevalent when accelerating and using the air conditioning system. There is a strong exhaust/gas smell present in the vehicle causing sick conditions of all passengers.
ODI 10950068
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust odor, carbon monoxide present in cabin. Check engine light.
1 injury
ODI 10956203
Unknown Or Other
I am getting the exhaust smell upon accelerating. I want to be part of the complaints already in existence. This has happened several times.
ODI 10954585
Unknown Or Other
At 53,000 miles i noticed the rubber trim around windows and doors was starting to degrade and detach from the vehicle. I took the car to grapevine ford in grapevine, tx. They said that was normal wear and tear and not covered by warranty.
ODI 11113168
Unknown Or Other
Since january 2017, i have occasions noticed a sulfur type exhaust smell in the vehicle cabin when moderately accelerating. I have had it in for service for this problem 4 times. Tsb solutions were performed the first 3 times, and in kune 2017, i was told there is no problem found and i should take it to another ford dealership for further service on this problem. Since the last service date of 6/20/17, i have…
ODI 11011225
Unknown Or Other
Frequent headaches when riding in the car, nausea and nose bleeds. Happens at different times, especially when riding in the car for longer periods of time.
ODI 11043322
Unknown Or Other
My explorer has exhaust fumes entering cabin. I have dealer "fix" it once and cost me 750 out of my pocket. I still have issues and not having luck with dealer helping. Act as it is just what it is.
ODI 11012455
Unknown Or Other
Strange smell in cabin of car when first turn air conditioning on. My daughter describes it as "stinky feet".
ODI 11011482
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust odor enters the vehicle when accelerating. The fumes seem to be getting worse. Also the left front door panel is warped and coming apart. Ford has not fixed either problem. Service department blows these complaints off in hoping i don't keep calling.
ODI 11013782
Unknown Or Other
Foul smell of exhaust through ventilation system when turned on. Air filter changed without change in problem.
ODI 10969704
Unknown Or Other
Vehicle with just over 31000 miles. Sudden burst of exhaust fumes, burn eyes. Difficult to refresh air even with 4 windows open. Exhaust fills interior whenever stopping vehicle. Very bad. I waited over 20 years to get a "nice" vehicle. Very disappointed. Dealer willing to correct for $850.00.
ODI 10928859
Unknown Or Other
Takata recall when accelerating exhaust can be smelled in the cabin of the car. It appears to be coming out of all of the air vents. It gets so strong that the windows must be rolled down in order to clear the exhaust smell from the cabin of the car. The car also often has a very rough idle. At times when accelerating the air conditioner loses power as well. This car has been taken into a certified ford dealership 3…
ODI 10925227
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Strong exhaust odor in passenger cabin when operating the vehicle with full throttle applications (e.g., passing, climbing steep grades or merging onto freeway ramps)
ODI 10934129
Unknown Or Other
Upon acceleration at high rpm (300+), a strong odor of exhaust fumes is present inside the passenger cabin. This condition is typical when accelerating onto freeways, passing a vehicle or otherwise under load. Setting the environmental control circulation to recirculate interior air does not prevent the occurrence. Last visit to ford dealership on 10 october 2016 to address concern found no problems. My vehicle…
ODI 10916161
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Our explorer limited unit has less than 21,000 miles on it. While accelerating to pass another vehicle, climbing a hill / mountain or similar situation exhaust fumes enter the cabin. The a/c unit is on and in the recirculation mode with the rear a/c unit operating. The noxious fumes smell like rotten eggs / sulfuric acid. The only way to clear the dangerous exhaust gases is to open windows allowing for a change in…
ODI 10919354