2018 Ford Explorer Unknown Or Other Problems
- 35
- 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 35 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- carbon monoxide · 8 records
- smell exhaust · 6 records
- exhaust fumes · 6 records
- exhaust smell · 4 records
- smell cabin · 4 records
- during acceleration · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 27 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
When climbing hills and engine at high rpm i can smell exhaust in the cabin portion of my vehicle. I initially thought it was the vehicle in front of me, but it happened again a few days later when i was traveling through the hills again. Same circumstances, climbing hills at a high rpm. Speed was approximately 65 mph. The smell was exactly the same as if i was walking behind the car in the morning after staring the…
ODI 11306544
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Constant smells of carbon monoxide in my vehicle almost every time i accelerate above 3500 rpm. I've taken it to two dealerships more than three times for the same problem with no solution. Every time i get in my vehicle i dread smelling this stuff and hope it doesn't affect me or a loved one.
ODI 11298227
Unknown Or Other
There is a strong exhaust smell in the cabin of the vehicle under medium/heavy acceleration. It comes through the a/c vents and is way stronger in the rear back seats than the front seats. I have to roll down the windows for a few miles to let it air out. Once at highway speeds the smell will disappear until you start climbing a hill or steep grade or you were forced to slow down and get back up to highway speeds.…
ODI 11265683
Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Strong smell of exhaust and rotten eggs entered the cabin 5 times during a [redacted] trip during acceleration and at higher speeds. The smell caused headaches and nausea. The windows had to be opened to relieve the smell. The issue was reported to the ford dealership on the next possible business day after occurring for review in a scheduled maintenance within 2 weeks of that date. Numerous tsb (for previous model…
ODI 11256371
Unknown Or Other
Hankook tires - 255/50r20 105h venus s1/s2 - had only 2/32nd tread after 21,000 miles. These tires came on my 2018 ford explorer, which i purchased new. Both ford and hankook tires knew about the accelerated wear issue when i purchased the vehicle, but neither company made me aware of it.
ODI 11255960
Unknown Or Other
Numerus times--while on vacation-- during acceleration --weather passing or climbing an uphill grade--exhaust fumes can be smelled in the car cabin--at times very bad very concerned --when carrying the grandchildren
ODI 11233542
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust in the cabin - happens durning and after acceleration. Or when the vehicle is under stress on an incline, hillclimb or passing another vehicle.bought vehicle in nov. 2018 and were told that exhaust smell problems did not effect 2018 or 2019. So we bought it.
ODI 11255159
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust is leaking into the cabin while driving. Usually while accelerating
ODI 11220734
Unknown Or Other
Becoming ill while driving 2018 ford explorer. On several occasions, after an hour or so of interstate driving i felt as if i was going to pass out, also experienced dizziness, headache, nausea, difficulty concentrating, and anxiety. Symptoms became more severe after each trip. Finally, after my daughter also experienced dizziness while driving my vehicle, i researched other drivers experiencing the same symptoms…
ODI 11244576
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
The explorer will randomly not start like a dead battery, but then starts other times. Battery had been replaced by the dealer. Side mirrors will fold in while driving and will not fold back out until the car is stopped, turned off and then restarted. When these issues are present the sync 3 system will completely turn off. This is random at the times it happens and the dealer has not experienced it while its been…
ODI 11194311
Unknown Or Other
When test driving this new 2018 explorer xlt at hawk ford in oak lawn, il, there was a terrible sulfur smell in the cabin. It was so bad that the salesperson opened the windows, even though it was only about 5 degrees outside. This is consistent with the widely reported and known manufacturer defect of exhaust gas leaking into the cabin that has been reported on previous model year explorers and is the subject of a…
ODI 11173381
Unknown Or Other
I smell sulfur or rotten egg smell in the cabin after hard acceleration with a/c on and ventilation closed on the dash board. I bought the suv with 39,000 miles 2018 from russel westbrook hyundai dealer in garden grove ca. I took it 2x at ford caruso long beach ca. 1st time they gave the explorer back to me the same day, stating they could not duplicate the smell or issue that i was complaining about. After few…
ODI 11180567
Unknown Or Other
On hard acceleration exhaust fume gets inside the cabin even when the a/c is on circulating mode. When parked on idle with a/c circulating mode toxic smell gets in the cabin too. It can be smelled or detected more on the rubber door seals around the vehicle. Took it to ford multiple times but they cannot solve the issue. Im worried about my family's health. Ford usa gave me 40,000 miles free oil change and tire…
ODI 11243220
Unknown Or Other
Rear camera intermittently does not work. When car in reverse, it will either give a picture, give a blurry picture, or black screen that says "no camera".
ODI 11217849
Unknown Or Other
Water leaking into rear of vehicle and sitting in the spare tire well while stationary and moving. Water is coming from behind plastic pillar coverings and dripping through bottom onto the carpet and into the well. Electronics behind plastic are also wet including water leaking through cigarrette lighter. Water sitting has caused mold on carpeted areas and rust on spare tire/jack. Vehicle is less than a week old…
ODI 11164339
Unknown Or Other
Smell of exhaust especially if accelerating at high speed and more noticeable if the the ac circulation is on
ODI 11232011
Unknown Or Other
Inquiring about nhtsa id 10144949. Ford has known about this since aug 2018 (ssm 47499) and no one at my dealership, or ford customer service, is interested in making any calls on my behalf to see when ford expects this to be fixed.
ODI 11144861
Unknown Or Other
Very strong exhaust odor fills cabin when ac system is on and on re circulate. I have had 4 explores of this generation. The xlt 3.5 ltr v6 engine is really bad. The eco boost 3.5 v6 does not seem to have it as bad but you can still notice it from time to time. This new 2018 i have is awful. It's alwas present anytime you accelerate above 2500 rpm for a few seconds, such as entering a highway or driving up hill.…
ODI 11128370
Unknown Or Other
Carbon monoxide is geting into the cabin. I take it to the dealer but the can fox it. Its been 5 times. Todas i turner back to the dealer. Hey been very irresponsable. Carbon monoxide is a very danger gas and i don't google to expose my family fue yo tour inrresposability.
ODI 11288551
Unknown Or Other
It a new car that i bought to avoid the same problem in a 2016 ford explorer, because ford never solved the issue, and this one ford explorer 2018 has the same things, a bad smell in side the car when accelerated. Ford is putting our lives in jeopardy, i wonder if they already have an effective solution to this problem
ODI 11115827
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes entering the cabin under anything more than light acceleration. Less than 3000miles on the car. Used to haul our kids around. I thought it was unusual and then i discovered the long history of this problem with no recall. This needs to be addressed. This is unsafe. Making an appointment with the dealership. Judging by the response from ford , we are not optimistic this will be fixed. Unsafe to drive…
ODI 11114683
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes are entering the cabin during acceleration and when the ac is on. Several family members have complained about the smell within the cabin. I personally have experienced headaches and burning eyes because of the issue. It smells like burnt hair. This is a family vehicle used to transport my entire family including my 5 month old baby. This smell is making everyone nauseous.
1 injury
ODI 11111383
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust leaking into passenger compartment causing nausea and light headedness. Symptoms "slightly" improve when air conditioning is changed from recirculate to fresh air or when windows are opened. Will schedule a service appointment with dealer but want to be included in your database.
ODI 11111996
Unknown Or Other
Exhaust fumes inside the cabin at highway speeds
ODI 11112725
Unknown Or Other
Vehicle exhaust system emits carbon monoxide and other fuel fumes into the cabin on various occasions while driving. Usually occurs during an acceleration with stress as in an uphill push to the top or in local traffic while changing lanes with acceleration stress. These are heavy enough fumes to cause nasal discomfort, on occasion light headed feelings, and throat irritation. The dealer has used all ford motor co.…
ODI 11222654