2016 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 256
- 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 256 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 12 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- carbon monoxide · 31 records
- exhaust fumes · 10 records
- exhaust smell · 6 records
- smell cabin · 6 records
- strong exhaust · 6 records
- entering cabin · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 144 |
| 30–60k mi | 48 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust smell comes through ac system when ascending uphill at higher rpm. Had in service shop before for this issue but it still exists. Time for you guys to man up and make ford responsible for fixing their crap car.
ODI 11110172
Unknown Or Other
The car had not yet had the customer satisfaction service for the plugs and seals completed. I had not noted any exhaust odors in the car and had not problems during many all day drives. After an [redacted] this week with the ac on the whole time (not on recirculating), i had many symptoms of co exposure (headache, dizzy, nausea) and all 3 of my dogs wer affected (poor appetite, lethargic). One out of the car i'm…
1 injury
ODI 11109800
Unknown Or Other · Wheels
Original hankook front tires were replaced at about 10k miles due to premature wear and chunk of tires peeling off. Dealer stated that it was due to poor alignment. I paid for 2 new tires. Ford eventually reimbursed us for one of them. Now, 8k miles later the tires are just as bad as the ones that were replaced. The rear ones are almost smooth. Hankook is aware of the problem and they have instructed the dealers to…
ODI 11103008
Unknown Or Other
I have been smelling a horrible odor that smells like natural gas/fumes in the car to the point it makes me sick and gives me headaches. I also have a 3 year old and can't have her in the car either. I took it into ford 2 different times and they have had it 2 weeks and still has not fixed it. It is heading back in again tomorrow. The first time we noticed the smell in the car, it was from cranking it up and just…
ODI 11101952
Power Train · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
It jolts, lunges, transmission doesn't engage and slams into gear hard it makes you feel you got rear ended with a big bank. Slow to accelerate and when it finally does it lunges
ODI 11093175
Engine · Unknown Or Other
We purchased our vehicle in may of 2017, and noticed weird smells. Took it on a road trip and noticed them again in july. After the late july 2017 news release of co in ford explorers, we used co monitors and in fact, had co readings. It has been to the dealer approx 10 time and had the tsb service performed, but the problem still exists. I've had 3 different cases open with ford, and during the last case, they…
ODI 11089534
Unknown Or Other
BOTH HORNS ARE DEAD.
ODI 11089210
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Dash/speedometer went black - heat and air system inoperable - no turn signals - power decreased and power steering not fully functioning. All of this happened when i placed the car in park and realized the radio and interior lights were not automatically shutting off so i restarted the car and still nothing. Dealership recommended disconnecting the battery - this did fix part of the problems but the synch health…
ODI 11082611
Unknown Or Other
Ford explorer recall - exhaust leaking into cabin i took my vehicles into crouse ford due to the recall on my 2016 explorer. Over the next two months i drove the vehicle daily, but as time went on i started to feel dizzy, nauseous and had constant headaches. I did not put two and two together until we drove a long distance and my daughter who sat in the rear seat had the same symptoms. I decided to take the vehicle…
ODI 11089030
Power Train · Unknown Or Other
When keeping a steady speed, rpms fluctuate up and down causing a jerky movement while driving. Happens randomly or after idling for a few minutes. Also, power decreases during this event, so when taking off, car doesn't want to accelerate, then lurches forward. Also, when accelerating, particularly uphill, a burning smell comes from the vehicle.
ODI 11088551
Unknown Or Other
There has been a recall on the ford explorer due to exhaust leaking into the cabin. I took my car into the ford dealership to be repaired two months ago and was told everything was fixed. However, for the past few weeks i have noticed that the amount of exhaust in the cabin in the vehicle while driving continues to increase to the point that it is affecting my and my family's health. I have an appointment today to…
1 injury
ODI 11081431
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
I was driving on i-94 east in harrison twp, mi on 3/9/18. I was traveling a 70 mph. I heard something and suddenly i am saw white all around me like a tunnel. At that moment i was still in my lane. Within seconds the i had no control of my vehicle as though i had no brakes or steering. My car veered left hitting the cement median. The car rolled on its left side and eventually flipped back upright. There were no…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11085166
Tires · Unknown Or Other
We purchased a new 2016 ford explorer sport 4wd 4dr in 2016. The oe tires on the vehicle were 4 hancook ventus s1 nobel 2 tires, sized 255/50r20. The dot rating is "5mnc 1a h". At 13,369 miles all 4 tires were replace under "warranty". The front tire treads were "flacking/peeling" . The work was done by mathews-currie ford, 130 tamiami trial north, nokomis fl 34275, on 5/10/17, ro # 6199123/1. Our cost for the tires…
ODI 11079646
Engine · Unknown Or Other
STRONG EXHAUST SMELL LEAKING INTO THE CABIN.
ODI 11076033
Engine · Unknown Or Other
I have noticed theres a burning smelling from heater/ac vents right after acceleration from vehicle being stopped. I can confirm its a burning smell (similar to burning plastic or rubber). When the smell is present, it feels like theres lack of acceleration from the gas pedal. Almost like if theres a clogged air filter or issue with transmission or exhaust. It feels like that kind of poor acceleration issue. The…
ODI 11074235
Unknown Or Other
Every time i accelerate or merge or drive with all the windows up, i can smell a engine exhaust/burning type smell. This smell gives me a head ache and makes me feel nauseas. I have already had the 'carbon monoxide concerns' dealer service and this smell has not changed. I have to put the windows down constantly to not smell this smell that gives me a head ache.
1 injury
ODI 11082575
Unknown Or Other
The last (3) times my son has been in our 2016 ford explorer he has vomited. He is 2.5 years old and we have a daughter on the way in 2-3 weeks. It is just now clicking that this is probably a co2 issue since he is always fine once he gets out of the car. It is always about 10 minutes after driving. He becomes dizzy and looks down. It is awful. We have tried to get the part from ford for weeks but they say they are…
1 injury
ODI 11071859
Unknown Or Other
My family is getting sick while in the car. Adults with symptoms of dizziness and nausea. Children with symptoms of nausea, headaches and vomiting. The vehicle is in motion and has happened on county, state and highway roads. Getting out of the vehicle makes the symptoms go away.
ODI 11066148
Unknown Or Other
Very stong carbon-monoxide smell in cabin. I have to put windows down to drive. Took to ford for the recall repair, still have an issue. Happens when car is sitting & while being driven.
ODI 11065607
Unknown Or Other
I reported this earlier today, but wanted to add to here that i talked to a representative to ford and told him that the car was leaking exhaust into the cab of the car. He advised me to "drive it" to another dealership about 20-30 minutes away. I asked if he was willing to put his child in this car as this is what he is advising me to do. He said he would not. Please use this information as you can as ford customer…
ODI 11065276
Unknown Or Other
Anytime i accelerate to highway speeds, a strong exhaust odor fills the passenger cabin. I was told it was nothing to worry about but now i saw a news article that raised new concerns and suggested reporting this issue if present.
ODI 11065027
Unknown Or Other
Been getting headaches for the past month as well as dizziness and feelings of nausea. Yesterday car had overwhelming exhaust odor inside of car that made me extremely ill all day yesterday... I did call ford and they had it towed to a ford dealer who stated they will change out clips. Want to be sure to report as it appears it is an ongoing problem with this vehicle typle.. The smell could be smelt as soon as car…
ODI 11065213
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
I bought the 2016 ford explorer xlt last week from a ford dealer, i drove it home which is 35-40 minutes away from the ford dealership and both my wife and i had severe headache. There was an odor inside the cabin which was causing the headache/nausea. We couldnt explain why the odor was there and when we researched online, we were shocked to find that the ford explorer had the carbon monoxide leak issue. We are not…
ODI 11063902
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Very strong exhaust fumes entering vehicle at or above 3500 rpm. It happens every time accelerating to highway speed. Entire cab fills with fumes immediately and does not disapate until all windows are rolled down. Experienced headaches, dizziness and nausea. Owner had to trade vehicle (at their expense) as defect was causing daily health problems. Ford needs to be forced to notify consumers about this problem…
ODI 11063238
Unknown Or Other
We now drive with windows partially open due to carbon monoxide exhaust gas entering the passenger compartment of our 2016 ford explorer. We are assuming that the exhaust manifolds are the problem.
ODI 11074311