2017 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 162
- 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 162 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 7 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- carbon monoxide · 26 records
- exhaust fumes · 19 records
- exhaust smell · 16 records
- smell exhaust · 10 records
- exhaust odor · 10 records
- rotten eggs · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 117 |
| 30–60k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
When accelerating vehicle over 45 mph exhaust fumes inside vehicle apparently coming through ac vents
ODI 11033364
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fume leaks into passenger cabin - problem since purchasing this vehicle new this spring; anytime when accelerating to merge into highway traffic with recirculating ac on a burning oil or acrid odor leaks into the cabin. In an attempt to fix the problem the local ford dealer 'resealed" the undercarriage, however the problem persist. On a recent [redacted] trip with recirculating ac on passenger and driver got…
ODI 11031917
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes coming inside car when accelerating
ODI 11032247
Unknown Or Other
When applying just the slightest bit of pressure to the brake pedal at the same moment the brake lights come on a clanking or clicking noise happens. The noise sounds like it is coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The noise is also random and despite efforts to intentially duplicate noise, it appears to happen randomly. Brought the vehicle to ford delearship 5 plus times and they have fixed…
ODI 11058519
Unknown Or Other
On 9/11/2017 driving on highway - windows up no ac on - got this overwhelming feeling that was going to pass out - pulled to right and open all windows - head cleared - this was in the morning only person in the car - no history of medical issues
ODI 11022986
Unknown Or Other
Occasional exhaust gases inside vehicle while idling.
ODI 11022405
Unknown Or Other
There is a burning smell/ strong odor of exhaust fumes entering the vehicle when driving . It seems to occur more often or become stronger when accelerating up hills or when accelerating onto the highway, but can occur when driving at any time. My wife, myself, family members and friends who have ridden in or driven the vehicle have smelled it. The smell can be stronger to passengers in the rear seating areas. This…
ODI 11021288
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My daughter frequently complains of headaches, dizziness and nausea when riding in the front passenger seat. This only happens to her when she is in the ford. On one occasion she was taken to the emergency room and started vomiting. Er doctors could not explain the cause of her illness.
ODI 11076785
Unknown Or Other
Carbon monoxide inside passenger cabin, when driving at normal speeds in highway. Had to pull over to vomit and wait a while to be able to continue. Has happened in various occasion but wires the last time.
ODI 11018821
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C0 detector went off on a 3hr drive on 08-18-17 with ac and air recirculation on. After opening the windows the detector stopped beeping. The detector is a glui cigarette-lighter powered device w/ two usb ports (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/b01g2yj3zu) and has been installed in the center console cigarette lighter (facing the second row seats) since mid may. No other time has this alarm went off. At the time of…
ODI 11018761
Unknown Or Other
Gas odor leak inside the car while driving that caused me to have sxs of dizziness, nausea and vomiting. It happened in multiple occasions.
ODI 11019847
Unknown Or Other
My 2017 ford explorer xlt has exhaust smell coming through the vents throughout the vehicle. This is not a new car smell but rather exhaust odor and only is apparent when the ac system or fan system is in the on position. I purchased this vehicle on june 13, 2017 and was hospitalized on july 1, 2017 for three days. The doctors were unable to provide a diagnosis although i was experiencing headaches, dizziness and…
ODI 11014048
Unknown Or Other
The explorer is experiencing carbon monoxide leaks. The further back you sit in the suv the more you are exposed to the carbon monoxide. We purchased a detector and after only 10 minutes on the interstate the level was 15ppm. At 10ppm it starts affecting infants and we have a 11month old
ODI 11013577
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust odor appears within cabin after excessive acceleration onto highway
ODI 11012523
Unknown Or Other
I have a terrible exhaust odor that enters the cab of my car upon acceleration.
ODI 11128374
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust smell comes into the cabin when car is accelerating. Seems worst when the ac is in re-circulation mode. You can smell the exhaust fumes right after the engine/transmission has downshifted to accelerate.
ODI 11019855
Unknown Or Other
Smelled gasoline in cabin after driving car for 2 miles in morning. Air conditioner was on, temp was approx 75 degrees. Contacted dealer and they said that sometimes with new cars it is the result of the coating on the new parts. Car was purchased brand new yesterday, but had 187 mies on it. (per dealer, it may have been a swap from another dealer and the miles came from transport). Made a service appointment for…
ODI 11011915
Unknown Or Other
When driving vehicle i suffer from burning eyes, headache, nasea, feeling ill, vehicle was at dealer for co2 leak, vehicle was out of service for approximately 60 days, i picked it up, drove home approximately 30 minutes and became ill, same as before it was supposedly repaired. I returned it to dealer the same day so they can try to figure why repair didn't correct the problem, i was told a district technician…
ODI 11029993
Body · Engine · Unknown Or Other
I am concerned about my 2017 ford explorer and a carbon monoxide leak. I have overall feeling bad since we got our new 2017 ford explorer, which is very out of character for me. I am a prior special operation veteran, overall in good health, and only 30y/o. Like many, who have complained about this vehicle i am getting nausea, weakness, and tension headaches from driving this vehicle. I have been very weak and…
1 injury
ODI 11012683
Unknown Or Other
My explorer has the strong smell of exhaust fumes that come into the cabin while you are driving. It is making the passengers feel sick and getting headaches. It is presently at earnhardt ford being looked at.
ODI 11012031
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Ford explorer sport 2017 smells of exhaust gas in the driver cabin. I bought the car in march 5, 2017 and took it to dealer 3/9/17 to complain about exhaust fumes smell when i drove on the freeway. They told me they tested it and could not smell anything. The problem has continued and it happens especially when i drive on the freeway. In june a was going to drive my car from la to new jersey. After three days of…
ODI 11011868
Unknown Or Other
We heard about the possibility of carbon monoxide issues with the vehicle. Concerned if it could be the cause of our 9 year old daughter's complaints of headaches when in the vehicle.
ODI 11012507
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes, and carbon monoxide filling up the interior of vehicle, symptoms of coughing violently, exasperation of asthma symptoms, lightheaded,nausea, while driving on highway, waiting at a red light car fills up with exhaust fumes. These condition happen everyday
ODI 11011867
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Exhaust leak into cabin of vehicle, noticed especially on acceleration on highway at speeds of 55mph and when driving up and down hills. Had to roll down window to get smell out of vehicle. Causing driver to get headaches, nausea and get very drowsy. Took vacation for 1300 miles to virginia beach from illinois and travelled through mountains and this driver could only drive 2 hours before becoming very drowsy. This…
ODI 11023820
Body · Engine · Unknown Or Other
The vehicle was tested and found to have 18 ppm of co in the interior while in operation.
ODI 11011620