2015 Ford Explorer Body Problems
- 42
- 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 42 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- side windshield · 9 records
- passenger side · 7 records
- exhaust fumes · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 12 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
After even a moderate rainfall, the vehicle leaks in the front passenger footwell and from the map light. The leaking primarily occurs when the vehicle is parked in our drivers. 5 repair attempts over the course of several months, including a full replacement of the sunroof, have not found or resolved the problem. The vehicle now smells of mold.
ODI 11033962
Body
During the use of the ventilation system the cabin of the vehicle will fill with exhaust odor while sitting still or during movement down all roads. This smell grows the more the vehicle speeds up. The vehicle has 30k miles. This vehicle is a quick response vehicle for an emergency services organization.
ODI 11011207
Body
The frame around the front window flies off. The right side (about 2 foot piece) flew off when driving down the interstate about 2 months ago. The left side flew off last week while again driving down the interstate. This cost several hundred dollars each to replace and is a safety hazard. In looking online there have been multiple complaints.
ODI 10983460
Body
After 2 years of use the paint on the front of the hood is bubbling. Clearly this is a manufacturing defect as this is a garage car and has been taken care of. On the advice of customer service, i took the car to the dealership who indicated that this is not a uncommon issue. The dealership told me to speak to customer service again. So, i called the ford customer number and spoke to janet who continued to repeat…
ODI 10972293
Body
Have been hearing a vibration sound coming from the drivers side windshield for about a week but couldn't find the source of the sound. Today, while driving on the highway at 65 mph, the black molding from the drivers side windshield flew off. Luckily, there was nobody behind us when it happened. When we were able to stop and inspect it, it was clear the molding had broken at the clips and the vibration sound had…
ODI 10918132
Body · Power Train · Service Brakes
My wife and i park our 2015 ford explorer xlt in the parking area in front of our house. In order to go anywhere, we need to back it out of its parking spot, reverse-turn to the right, apply the brakes, put the vehicle in drive, and finally drive forward on the driveway until reaching the street. This morning, my wife planned to go to the store. She entered the vehicle, started it, put it in reverse, and proceeded…
Crash reported
ODI 10894252
Body · Engine
Exhaust fumes entering inside car when air condition is on. Had car serviced told ford dealer of problem, they changed air filter still have problem.now it is all over news there is no fix for this problem. Dosnt matter whether car is in motion or not.
ODI 10956018
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford explorer. The contact noticed a musty mold odor that progressed internally due to various seams and seals that prematurely fractured and caused water intrusion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer five times for diagnostic testing, but the failure continued. The dealer was unable to prevent the failure after leaks near the sun roof. The front seals and the rear seals leaked water…
ODI 10903900
Body
Exhaust fumes are entering the cabin. This happens mostly under heavy acceleration with the ac running. Recently the exhaust fumes will enter the cabin sitting at a stop light if the windows are open. The dealer has performed all ford recommendations including sealing of body panel seams and replacing exhaust tips. Exhaust fumes in the cabin cannot be safe.
ODI 10909944
Body
***blf note: contact the consumer to obtain the vin and model year. 3-29-2016*** high tech key device in my pocket ,car is locked . While i was pumping gas ,someone enter the car on the opposite side,stole my purse inside of compartment box near the driver seat .those locks do not provide safety .as long the device is around ,anyone can open the car .this is a crucial problem .the control device must warn the person…
ODI 10851710
Body
Passenger front window side panel has lifted from the bottom. I've taken it to the dealer and they say it is not a manufacturer defect? They refuse to fix it for free??? Less than two years old when it came apart.
ODI 11111887
Body · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
August 24, 2015 i was driving to a 7:00 pm exercise class .i was talking to my mother via bluetooth when i suddenly blacked out and drove across the service road and all 4 lanes both north and south of 287 . I wake to emergency responders pulling me from the car and putting me into a ambulance , my mother could hear all of this. I was taken to hospital and had multiple tests run but nothing was found . After i was…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 11018665
Body · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Since purchased brand new in 2015, we noticed when accelerating that there was an exhaust smell inside the cab with the windows closed. We also noticed on long trips we would get headaches and feel sleepy/weak. Called the dealer and complained about exhaust odor, and was told it would be 600-700 dollars to reseal the cab and do some other repairs. I feel this is not fair and this is a defect the vehicle had since…
ODI 11011320
Body · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Driving home up a hill with a newly purchased 2015 ford explorer my wife and i noticed a bad smell like exhaust fumes; we put this down to the new engine/exhaust burning off any factory grease etc. Subsequent trips with all of my family in the suv we all experienced a foul exhaust and sulfur smell when going up a hill or accelerating above 3k rpm; there were no other vehicles in front of us to blame for the odor. We…
ODI 10759594
Body · Electrical System
I am going into the 5th month of leasing my 2015 ford explorer and i am not happy with this vehicle. Currently the odometer reads 2,100 miles and they were not enjoyable miles. I have to say that this 2015 explorer has the worst design on the inside that i've ever seen. The outward visibility from the driver's seat for the front and rear of this vehicle is severely compromised by the huge c pillars which create…
ODI 10706528
Body
When driving at higher speeds posted at 60, 65 mph, etc on open highways there is a very loud noise across front windshield. Cannot operate the radio unless volume is so high that cannot talk or hear. Concern that windshield may not be sealed properly.
ODI 10875645
Body · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes enter cabin with moderate to heavy acceleration through the a/c system and in recirculation mode causing nausea and headache.
ODI 11029912