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CD or DVD players, radio, speakers, GPS, communication system (e.g., OnStar), display screen freezes or goes blank, phone pairing (e.g. Bluetooth), voice control commands, steering wheel controls, portable music device interface (e.g., iPod/MP3 player), backup or other camera/sensors.

"for no reason the display freezes and there is no help available for a short period 4 or 5 times this has happened Once or twice the screen simply went blank"

"The center screen went blank sporadically. Dealer "fixed" it, but screen went out in Dealer"s parking lot. Two more visits were required to get the unit replaced by Ford. Dealer supplied loaner until fixed. Dealer was great, Ford not so much,"

"The entire instrument panel stopped working and the display screen went blank. The car still ran, but none of the instruments or electronics worked in My Ford Synch and My Ford Touch. The dealer fixed the problem by replacing the entire instrument cl"

"intermittently the display screen would go blank. the dealership found on the second service visit there was a technical bulletin re: reloading the most current software to the in car display"

"The phone radio connection box when bad. Could not make cell phone call hands free thru the car, really made my wife mad. Was going to cost ~800.00 dollars at Ford dealer as car is out of warrenty. My wife got mad and contacted Ford and a Regional rep responed. She was able to prompt them as we are longtime Ford owner the provide some relief. They extrended the Warrenty and then cost use ~150.00 and radio and cell phone communicate now and she is happy. I think they call it something like the MXE module or something like that. We kind of found out some of the info on the internet. All that matters is she is happy now!"

"Defective component confirmed, existing recall program, but 3 months out of eligibility. Impacted multiple features. $969 cost to repair. Ford has lost a lifetime customer."

"GPS froze up and wouldn"t release control until we shut down the vehicle. then wouldn"t respond to voice commands. Ford indicated a software issue and deal installed software update-issue has been corrected"

"The radio including smart phone interface stopped working. After several attempts to repair it under warranty, Ford replaced the system. The replacement turned out not to have been thee same quality as the original as I could not get Sirius traffic monitoring."

"Ford has apparently abandoned its SYNC service which allows for remote diagnostics(via phone). No communication from Ford about this issue and no workaround. Customer abandonment = no future sale."

"Ford dealer over-promised and under delivered on the electronic system. Especially in the area of making and receiving calls. As a whole, the electronic system is not anywhere as convenient and easy to use as on other cars same age."

"The rear hatch has opened (unlocked and opened enough to triger the alarm) three time while on the highway and closed down on me while loading groceries, not enough to hurt me. Ford has no resolve or enough complaints to investigate issue"

"As I sit in the driver seat, I always hear a sound as if wind or air is coming in. I don"t feel any air. Perhaps the cab of the Escape is not soundproof enough. Still, it bugs me!"

"I"ve had severe electrical problems. They have persisted despite numerous repair attempts. Ford is repurchasing the vehicle under Wisconsin Lemon Law. Keyless entry, remote start, push-button start inoperable. Able to unlock vehicle with physical"

"High mount LED brake light failed after 2.5 years. Not covered by warranty. Ford wanted $150 to replace. Ordered replacement online replaced myself for half the price. Still to much money. LED lights should not fail that soon."

"My right turn signal light went out. Although there were instructions for changing on the Ford website, the light is in such a tigjt spot that I had to take it to a repair shop to complete the work."

"Left rear seat belt retract mechanism was occasionally locking up during drives, preventing spouse from freely moving around to do things until it would let go after several attempts. Ford dealer had a hard time replicating exact issue, but as it"s a safety mechanism, it was replaced under Ford"s commitment on safety mechanisms. New one works fine."

"This failure occurred twice both while we were on long road trips. First time in Florida, we stopped at Ford dealer and they fixed it within 15 minutes. Second time was late evening when dealers were closed, waited until next day when we arrived home"

"Rear calipers misaligned themselves and were causing very uneven wear on brake pads and brake rotors (for probably last several thousand miles), with over a 3mm wear difference on the left vs right side of pads on both rear brakes. Firestone caught it and we took care of it, but the damage was enough that calipers and pads had to be replaced, with the extended MAS warranty (car was just over 50K miles so Ford wouldn"t cover) only covering caliper work and me having to pay for rest. The brake rotors, while being lowest grade soft junk, will wear out even over the grooves caused by the uneven braking. Once they"re done though, I will not replace with OEM garbage that Ford uses either. Should have bought a Subaru, Mazda or VW."

"Rear brake pads were worn out at 49,000 miles. Previous rear brake pads have lasted at least 100,00 miles.Front pads on the Escape are good with many more miles left."

"On most cars the fronts wear out first. On our Escape the front brakes are still goo, but the rear pads wore out early and metal on metal so needed new rotors."

"The transmission would not come out of park. It was on the real list from Ford and I got an appointment scheduled to take it to the dealership as soon as I got the notice, but the transition stopped before I could get it in. AND I had to pay to have it towed which i did not think was my responsibility"

"The transmission quit. It is not working anymore. The internal filter is clogged and there is no way to fix it without replacing it. Very poor design on Ford"s part. I will never buy another."

"tailgate paint bubbled while still under warranty, fought with Ford to get it repainted, 1 yr later it is bubbling again, also significant rust on bottom of door panels"

"After purchase, rust was noticed on the inside or both right side doors. Not pointed out at purchase. Ford dealer declined any liability. Repair cost $1000/"

"A noise from the rear differential. We were told this was a known fault with the Escape AWD. The dealership ordered all the parts and rebuilt the differential under warranty"

"it was causing a whining noise, I am just upset as I have never in all of years of owning a vehicle ever had to replace the driveshaft, luckly it was under the ford 5 year wareentee"

"Display screen would freeze up, making it impossible to change anything on the radio and/or change climate control temperature.. Backup camera would not display all information"

"System allows several phones to sync with My Ford Touch, but, you need to go online and switch the number that will be allowed to use sync services. All phones that are sync"d should be allowed to access sync services"

"The camera supposedly went bad which caused the rear view picture to display inverted; there were no fault messages displayed on the Ford SYNC. It could have been a s/w issue but there was no way to determine as a consumer. It cost over $800 to fix at a Ford dealership - I feel ripped off."

"Transmission and coolant leaks are a known problem with this vehicle, yet there are no recalls on it for this specific VIN. Broke down within 1 week of purchase. Our dealer was unable/unwilling to replace the transmission for free or offer us another vehicle. Extremely disgusted and disappointed. Do not feel safe driving it but cannot afford to replace it. Constantly on alert for another breakdown. Total cost nearly $15,000 on a vehicle worthless than $10,000."

"The Escape would just lose power or not go at all. It was a scary esperience but the service department at the dealership where we bought the car determined what the problem was and replaced the transmission."

"left front axle leaks nothing has been done though I was told that this is common complaint when this happened on my chev truck it was corrected immediately Why not with Ford?"

"Had an oil leak from the filter. service was done by the Ford garage. Either faulty seal or negligence by mechanic. Ford house replaced filter. no further problem"

"Ford dealer left old o-ring on during oil change. Took vehicle on road trip, bad seal caused all oil to drip out of engine on highway until check engine light came on & died on the side of the road"

"The rear suspension ruined a new set of tires which I had to replace after just 10000 miles, it’s an ongoing issue Ford has refused to recall. We have had nine recalls on this vehicle since buying it"

"Power steering failed at 12000 miles. Ford had to replaced the entire Electronic Power Assist steering rack. Steering rack failed suddenly without warning but I was able to drive the vehicle (without power steering) to the dealer for 2 days worth of"

"I purchased the car in March of 2018. Despite being a 2014 model, the car was 5 years old, according to the VIN. In the summer of 2018, the battery was run down to completely dead merely by having the doors open for 30 minutes while cleaning the car. I called AAA to jump-start my car. (Then I remembered that I own one of those lithium-ion jump-starter packs.) After that incident, merely leaving my phone"s battery charger plugged into the cigarette lighter overnight would cause the battery to fully discharge. Over time, I discovered that my car"s battery wouldn"t even hold a charge for five days, then four days, then three days, two days. I had to jump-start my car almost every time I went out. Finally, I complained to the dealership, wondering if they had sold me this used car with its original battery. Turns out, they had replace the battery while refurbishing the car for resale. The new battery (assuming that it was actually new) was, according the service manager, a bad battery. They replaced it with a brand new battery at no charge. It has worked fine ever since. I should have complained sooner."

"car would be driving on highway and engine would stop. After arguing with Ford for months, they finally admitted it was a general problem. Kept the car for two months and finally fixed it. This was similar to the ignition system problems that GM had, except Ford when out of their way to hide the recall. I wold never buy another Ford and they were totally unresponsive to what was a major safety recall"

"the pump failed and left us stranded 4 days before we received a recall notice, it took Ford over 3 WEEKS to fix the car, we also had to wait over 4 hours for a Ford contracted towing service arrive"

They couldn’t be further off from Ford means Fix Or Repair Daily or even Found on Road Dead. Grew up in a Chevy household; I should of known better than to believe all the recent hype with Ford being in the top tier highly recommended new vehicles to buy at the time of purchase. The entire line are all lemons, and Ford needs to do a total recall. Do you, your loved ones and everyone on the road a great service in public safety and steer clear. At first we were let down that the true MPG was no where close to advertised - even with the increase in gas prices - this will quickly be the very least of your issues. First it was the breaking system issues, but living in a larger city that was chaulked up to user error. However, upon driving back from the shop - Our Escape completely stalled out while a stop, had to shift back into park and completely restart the engine. This happened to both my fiancé and I on separate occasions shortly afterwards, the scariest was when we were not even at a stop but in rush hour traffic on a slammed Chicago Freeway. The vehicle completely shut off, including the power steering, the transmission Jammed, sending vehicles around us to swerve from rear ending us, as we fought to put the vehicle back into Park and restart. Even when we finally did get it into park, it took awhile for the engine to actually catch. We were told the fox: then thefeature off before driving, disabling the car from shutting off when at a stop. Didn’t notice any difference in gas mileage, like the feature supposed function - however; it seemed to remendy - at least that one issue. Basically anything electrical there will be an issue. The check engine light comes off and on, but never when it’s actually supposed to. Same with the radio and gps. We’ve had to replace the battery, and the starter. Constantly filling the car up with gas, air in the tires,and we keep coolant with us at all times. The A/C and Heat will stop working. The windshield cracked in half without anything hitting it or any any changes in the weather. We knew there was issues but have since saw we are all in the same boat - Doesn’t matter the model. They’re all duds. Ford is facing tons of class action lawsuits, and refuses to actually fix or own up to the same reoccurring problems. This has a lot of us questioning - if they knew that all this problems existed prior to the lawsuits - why was they still being highly recommended in early 2020 for their safety features. We finally have Ford owning up to a recall concerning the transmission shifter cable brushing and are being forced to cover the repair and labor. However - They don’t have any current solutions and don’t expect the parts to come in until winter 2022/2023… Please do yourself a favor- Escape purchasing from Ford. Explore other options. Don’t allow yourself to become F-150’d with your vehicle in the shop more than on the road, or possibly even worse. It may seem like a good idea economically. I just pray that the only thing Ford takes from me is my bank account- along with my dignity. I It’s scary when vehicles really live up to their names and I should have known better. I would have been better off buying a Chevy Nova. chevronDownAlternative Read more

It is also strange since an all-new Escape is due out in just a few months. So why make such a modification to the existing model? (Unless the old one will still be on sale alongside the new one in China)

The Ford Explorer is a range of SUVs manufactured by Ford Motor Company since the 1991 model year. The first four-door SUV produced by Ford, the Explorer was introduced as a replacement for the two-door Bronco II.Ford Edge and Ford Expedition. As with the Ford Ranger, the Explorer derives its name from a trim package previously offered on the Ford F-Series pickup trucks.

Currently in its sixth generation, the Explorer has been offered with multiple chassis and powertrain layouts. The first two generations were directly derived from the Ford Ranger, switching to a model-specific chassis for the third and fourth generations. The fifth generation was repackaged as a CUV, adopting a variant of the Ford Taurus chassis architecture (developed for SUV use).

Alongside the five-door Explorer wagon, a three-door Explorer wagon was offered from 1991 to 2003, serving as the direct replacement of the Bronco II; the 2001-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac was a crew-cab pickup derived from the model line. For police use, the Ford Police Interceptor Utility has been derived from the fifth and sixth-generation Explorer to replace Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (and the later Taurus-based Police Interceptor Sedan). Through rebranding, Mazda, Mercury, and Lincoln have sold versions of the Explorer; Lincoln currently markets the sixth-generation model line as the Lincoln Aviator.

The first four generations of the Explorer were produced by Ford at its Louisville Assembly Plant (Louisville, Kentucky) and at its now-closed St. Louis Assembly Plant (Hazelwood, Missouri); the model line is now currently produced at Chicago Assembly (Chicago, Illinois).

The first-generation Ford Explorer was introduced in March 1990 as a 1991 model-year vehicle. While again sharing a visual commonality with the Ford Ranger, the Explorer differed significantly from its Bronco II predecessor, becoming a family-oriented vehicle with off-road capability.Jeep Cherokee and Chevrolet S-10 Blazer (the Explorer and five-door S-10 Blazer were introduced within a month of each other).

To further attract family buyers, Ford aerodynamically optimized the passenger compartment of the Explorer, adopting flush-mounted glass and wraparound doors; a wider body allowed for three-across rear seating. To optimize cargo space, the traditional swing-away spare tire carrier was deleted in favor of an underfloor location. Similar to the Ford Taurus station wagon, the rear liftgate was fitted with a flip-up rear window.

As with the Bronco II, the first-generation Explorer (design code UN46) shares its chassis underpinnings with the 1983-1992 Ford Ranger. The three-door version uses a 102.1-inch wheelbase (8.1 inches longer than the Bronco II); the five-door uses a 111.9 wheelbase (17.9 inches longer).

The Explorer was introduced with a 155 hp 4.0 L Ford Aerostar and the Ranger. A Mazda M5OD 5-speed manual was the standard transmission offering, with the option of the Ford 4-speed A4LD overdrive automatic transmission. For 1993, the engine output was increased to 160 hp (119 kW).

All Explorers were equipped with the Ford 8.8 axle in either a limited-slip differential or open version; multiple rear-axle ratios could be specified. Four-wheel-drive front axles were the TTB ("Twin Traction Beam") Dana 35 with some Dana 44-spec components; 4x2 models shared Twin I-Beam components with the Ranger.

Again sharing a front fascia with the Ford Ranger (including front bumper, fenders, headlamps, wheels, and grille), the passenger compartment of the Explorer underwent major upgrades over its predecessor. Alongside the addition of a five-door body style, the body underwent multiple aerodynamic upgrades; the Explorer received its own door stampings, eliminating exterior drip rails (wrapping the doors onto the roof) and bracket-mount side-view mirrors (replaced by ones integrated onto the doors). In what would become a design feature of the model line, the B-pillar and D-pillars were blacked out (visually lowering the vehicle).

In line with other Ford light trucks, the five-door Explorer offered two primary trim levels. The XL served as the base-level trim with XLT serving as the higher-range trim. Sharing the features of the XLT, the outdoors-themed Eddie Bauer was the highest-range trim. The XL was distinguished by a black grille (chrome optional) with steel wheels, while the XLT offered a chrome grille and alloy wheels; the Eddie Bauer offered alloy wheels and two-tone paintwork.

For 1994, Ford introduced the Explorer Limited as a luxury-trim version of the model line.Oldsmobile Bravada, the Limited was a five-door vehicle that equipped with nearly every available feature of the model line (the only available options were a sunroof, compact disc player, and towing package

For the 1995 model year, Ford released a second generation of the Explorer. Following the success of the first generation, the redesign of the exterior was largely evolutionary, with the model line receiving front bodywork distinct from the Ranger. Rear-wheel drive remained standard, with four-wheel drive offered as an option; all-wheel drive was also introduced as an option.

For 1997, the Lincoln-Mercury division introduced its first SUV, the Mercury Mountaineer; in contrast to the Mazda Navajo, the Mountaineer was sold only as a five-door. For 2001, Ford introduced the Ford Explorer Sport Trac mid-size crew-cab pickup truck based on the five-door Explorer. Following the introduction of the third-generation Explorer for 2002, the three-door used the second-generation bodystyle through the 2003 model year.

The second-generation Ford Explorer is based upon the Ford U1 platform shared with its predecessor, adopting the UN105/UN150 model codes. Introducing key chassis upgrades that were also shared with the 1998 Ford Ranger, the long-running Twin I-Beam/Twin Traction Beam front suspension was retired in favor of a short/long-arm (SLA) wishbone front suspension configuration. Along with more compact packaging of front suspension components (allowing for a lower hoodline), the design allowed for improved on-road handling/feel. In line with the Ranger and F-Series trucks, the rear suspension remained a leaf-sprung live rear axle.

For 1997, a third engine was added to the model line, as Ford introduced an overhead-cam version of the 4.0 L Cologne V6. Differing from its predecessor primarily by its single overhead-cam drivetrain, the 210 hp engine rivaled the V8 in output. Introduced as standard equipment for Eddie Bauer and Limited trims, by 1998, the engine became offered on all non-XL trims.

Following the introduction of the overhead-cam Triton-series V8s for the 1997 Ford F-Series and E-Series, the 2001 Explorer would be the final Ford Motor Company vehicle in North America sold with an overhead-valve gasoline-powered V8 engine for nearly two decades (until the 2020 introduction of the 7.3 L Godzilla V8 for Super Duty trucks).

While bearing an evolutionary resemblance to the previous generation, nearly the entire body underwent a change, with only the roof and the side door stampings carried over. Coinciding with the lower hoodline allowed by the redesigned front suspension, much of the body was distinguished by a restyled front fascia, introducing a styling theme used by several other Ford light trucks during the late 1990s. The Ford Blue Oval was centered in a now-oval grille, joined by oval headlamp clusters wrapping into the fenders. In contrast to the front fascia, the rear body saw relatively few changes, receiving mildly restyled taillamps (with amber turn signals). In a functional change, the Explorer received a neon CHMSL (center brake light), adopted from the Lincoln Mark VIII.

For 1998, Ford gave the exterior of the model line a mid-cycle revision. Distinguished by body-color rear D-pillars and larger taillamps, the rear license plate was relocated from the rear bumper to the liftgate (to better accommodate export); the neon CHMSL was replaced by an LED version. In another change, 16-inch wheels were introduced.

At its launch, the second-generation Ford Explorer retained the use of the previous trim nomenclature; the standard trim was the XL, with the XLT serving as the primary model upgrade. Along with the two-tone Eddie Bauer trim, the highest trim Explorer was the monochromatic Ford Explorer Limited. For 2000, XLS replaced XL as the base trim (introduced as an appearance package for 1999).

In contrast to five-door Explorers, second-generation three-door Ford Explorers shifted to a separate trim nomenclature. While the XL remained the base model (largely for fleets), most examples were produced under a single Sport trim level (again equipped similarly to the XLT). For 1995, Ford replaced the 3-door Eddie Bauer with the Expedition trim; in anticipation of the full-size Ford Expedition SUV, the trim line was withdrawn for the 1996 model year.

In the United States, the second-generation Ford Explorer has the (dubious) distinction of being two of the top five vehicles traded-in under the 2009 "Cash for Clunkers" program, with the 4WD model topping the list and the 2WD model coming in at number 4.

The third-generation Ford Explorer went on sale in January 2001 for the 2002 model year. Undergoing the first complete redesign since its introduction, the Explorer ended its direct model commonality with the Ford Ranger in favor of a purpose-built SUV design. Following a decline in demand for three-door SUVs, Ford developed the third-generation Explorer solely as a five-door wagon; the three-door Explorer Sport from the second generation continued production through the 2003 model year.

The third-generation Explorer (design code U152) marked a major change in the model line, ending chassis commonality with the Ford Ranger. While still retaining body-on-frame construction, the U152 chassis was developed specifically for the third-generation Explorer (and its Lincoln-Mercury counterparts). The wheelbase was extended slightly, to 113.7 inches. Along with rear-wheel drive, the third-generation Explorer was offered with both four-wheel drive and permanent all-wheel drive.

Following the redesign of the front suspension of the previous-generation Explorer, Ford redesigned the suspension layout of the rear axle, replacing the leaf-sprung live rear axle with an independent rear axle located by two half-shafts (similar to the Ford MN12 chassis). The 4-wheel independent configuration was a first for Ford Motor Company trucks and American-market SUVs (with the exception of the HMMWV-derived Hummer H1). As with the previous generation, four-wheel disc brakes were standard with an anti-lock braking system.

Carried over from the previous generation, a 210 hp 4.0 L V6 was the standard engine. The 5.0 L V8 of the previous generation was retired, with the Explorer adopting a 239 hp 4.6 L Modular V8 as its optional engine (shared with the Ford Crown Victoria/Mercury Grand Marquis); the Explorer was the final V8-powered American Ford to adopt the 4.6 L engine.

In contrast with the second-generation Ford Explorer (a major revision of the first-generation model line), the third-generation Ford Explorer was a ground-up redesign (ending all body commonality with the Ford Ranger). Offered solely as a five-door wagon, the model line returned several exterior design elements from previous-generation Explorers (blacked-out B and D-pillars, quarter glass in the rear doors); the grille and taillights were elements adopted from the larger Ford Expedition. The 2002 Ford Explorer introduced a design theme adopted by multiple Ford vehicles, including the 2003 Ford Expedition, the 2004 Ford Freestar, and the 2005 Ford Freestyle wagon and Five Hundred sedan.

For the 2002 model year, the third-generation Ford Explorer adopted the trim nomenclature of its predecessor. The base trim of the model line was the XLS (intended largely for fleet sale) with the newly introduced XLS Sport, which standardized many options offered for the XLS.

For 2003 and 2004, Ford marketed the Explorer NBX trim. Equipped between the XLT and Eddie Bauer/Limited, the Explorer NBX was an off-road oriented version of the Explorer equipped with all-terrain tires, black bumpers and body cladding, heavy-duty roof rack, and custom seat trim.

The Ford Explorer and the tire pressure monitoring system and electronic stability control became standard equipment. In 2007 power-deployable running boards, like the ones from the Lincoln Navigator, were also made available for Eddie Bauer and Limited trims on the Explorer and the Premier trim on the Mountaineer; the running boards lower to allow easier access when entering the vehicle, then retract upon door closure. Unlike previous generations, there was no right-hand drive option available for order, causing Ford to market Explorers in Japan in left-hand drive configuration. The LHD Explorers were desirable there because LHD vehicles are considered prestigious in Japan. Moreover, Ford switched to a one-piece rear liftgate design due to the problems associated with the previous generation"s design.

The 210 hp (157 kW) 4.0 L 12-valve SOHC V6 was once again the standard engine. The 292 hp (218 kW) 4.6 L 24-valve SOHC V8, similar to the Fifth-generation Ford Mustang"s engine, was available as an option. The 6-speed 6R automatic transmission, built by Ford and based on a ZF design, was made standard equipment with the V8 engine as well. The five-speed 5R55W automatic transmission was advanced and became the 5R55S. It was the only transmission available for the V6 engine, because the Mazda five-speed manual transmission was dropped in the previous generation.

For 2007, The Explorer received a few minor updates including a standard AUX input on all stereos, optional power running boards, a heated windshield, Ironman Package, XLT Appearance Package, and heated leather seat package. The XLS trim was also dropped for 2007, and the XLT became the base model. Additionally, the leather-wrapped steering wheel, power driver seat, and dual illuminated vanity mirrors were deleted as standard equipment on the XLT trim. Side curtain airbags were optional on Eddie Bauer and Limited trims, while XLT models were only available with seat-mounted side torso airbags. The Ford Explorer Sport Trac was also re-introduced for the 2007 model year after skipping 2006.

For 2008, Ford added standard side curtain airbags on all Explorers. The 2008 Ford Explorer also became the first Ford vehicle to utilize the cap-less fuel filler system, though Explorers were not equipped with it until mid-year 2008. Three new colors were added for the 2008 model year: Stone Green clearcoat metallic, Vapor Silver clearcoat metallic, and White Suede clearcoat metallic. All Explorers now came standard with body-color fender lip and bumper cladding, while Eddie Bauer models received standard Pueblo Gold cladding. The AdvanceTrac badge on the trunk door was replaced with a "4X4" badge on 4WD models. In a reversal from the 2007 model year, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, a power driver seat, and dual illuminated vanity mirrors were once again standard on the XLT. In addition to this, XLT models also now received faux carbon-fiber trim on the window switches, puddle lights, and a standard overhead console.Ford SYNC was now optional on all Ford Explorer models and the optional satellite navigation system was upgraded with voice control.

For the 2010 model year, Ford"s MyKey became standard on all Explorers equipped with the Sync system, while V8s were restricted to 4-wheel-drive models.

In 2005, Ford signed a three-year deal to sponsor the Ironman Triathlon. Ford Explorer marketing manager Glen Burke compared the Explorer and the Ironman Triathlon; noting that both had the same attributes of strength, endurance, and passion. The Explorer Ironman debuted on June 25, 2006, for the 2007 model year was an interior and exterior appearance package for the XLT trim. It featured a blacked-out front grille, a protruding silver lower grille with rivet patterns and "Ironman" embossing, a unique rear fascia, Ironman badging, smoked headlights, amber fog lights, blacked-out fender flares with rivet patterns, and unique 18-inch wheels. The interior featured unique heated ten-way power-adjustable two-tone black and stone leather seats, as well as silver trim around the radio and climate controls. Additionally, a leather-wrapped steering wheel was standard. The Explorer Ironman was available in only five colors: Oxford White, Ebony, Redfire, Silver Birch, as well as Orange Frost; which was a unique color only available with the Ironman package. The Ironman could be had with either the standard 4.0 L SOHC V6 or the 4.6 L V8, and in either standard RWD or 4WD configurations. The Explorer Ironman went on sale in September 2006 as a 2007 model, and it was discontinued after the 2008 model year.

For the 2007 model year, the Ford Special Vehicle Team built the Sport Trac Adrenalin concept with a supercharged version of the 4.6 L F-150 Lightning sports pickup truck. However, the SVT version of the Adrenalin was cancelled in a cost-cutting move as part of

Ford unveiled an Explorer America concept vehicle at the 2008 North American International Auto Show.powertrain packages in the concept vehicle include a 2 L four-cylinder turbocharged direct injection EcoBoost with 340 hp (254 kW) and up to 340 ft⋅lbf (461 N⋅m) of torque.

The fifth generation Explorer features blacked-out A, B, and D-pillars to produce a floating roof effect similar to Land Rover"s floating roof design used on its sport utility vehicles; Ford previously used that design on the Ford Flex. The fifth generation Explorer features sculpted body work with stepped style headlamps similar to the Flex, Edge, Escape, Expedition and F-150, as well as new stepped style tail lamps. The grille features Ford"s corporate three-bar design with upper and lower perforated mesh work, similar to that of the sixth-generation Ford Taurus.

The development of the fifth generation Explorer was led by chief engineer Jim Holland from February 2008 to October 2010. He was also a chief engineer for Land Rover, heading development of the Land Rover Range Rover (L322) 2005 facelift from December 2001 to December 2004. Holland also worked on the Ford Expedition (U324) during its initial development.

The fifth generation Explorer made its debut online on July 26, 2010. Ford had set up a Ford Explorer Facebook page ahead of its debut.Chicago Assembly plant commencing December 1, 2010,C platform (potentially including the Ford Focus, Ford C-Max, and Ford Kuga).

Available features on the fifth generation Explorer included intelligent access with push button start, remote engine start, power liftgate, power adjustable pedals with memory, premium leather trimmed seating, heated and cooled front seats, dual headrest DVD entertainment system, adaptive cruise control, active park assist, SIRIUS Travel Link, MyFord Touch, Ford SYNC by Microsoft, Sony audio system with HD radio and Apple iTunes tagging, in-dash advanced navigation system, SoundScreen laminated acoustic and solar tinted windshield with rain-sensing wipers, 20-inch polished V-spoke aluminium wheels, and High-intensity discharge headlamps (HID) and LED tail lamps.

Soon thereafter, Ford offered the economicalEcoBoost turbocharged, direct-injected I-4 mated to the 6-speed 6F automatic. The I-4 engine was not available with the optional 6-speed 6F SelectShift automatic, and was only available in front-wheel drive.

The fifth-generation Explorer was the first-ever vehicle to be equipped with dual rear inflatable safety belts. Airbags are sewn into the inside of the seat belts, and inflate with cold air to prevent burns. Ford claims it will be released as an option and to introduce inflatable seat belts on other Ford models eventually.

On June 12, 2019, Ford announced a global recall of 1.2 million Explorers produced from 2011 to 2017 citing suspension issues. Ford stated if the car was subjected to frequent rides over rough terrain that the toe link on the rear suspension could fracture which would affect steering and lead to greater risks of traffic accidents.

The Ford Explorer Sport was announced on March 28, 2012, as an option for the 2013 model year and went on sale in June 2012. The "Sport" trim level comprises blackened exterior treatments, stiffened chassis and suspension, larger brakes and the installation of the EcoBoost 3.5L twin turbo V6 rated at 365 hp (272 kW) and 350 lb⋅ft (470 N⋅m) of torque. It was at the time the only version to feature a combined 4WD/EcoBoost option (an FWD version is not being offered for the Sport trim; 2016+ facelifted models offered the 2.3• EcoBoost with 4WD), allowing its MPG to average between 16/city and 22/highway.Jeep Grand Cherokee"s SRT trim and Dodge Durango"s R/T trimsChevrolet Traverse, the latter of which unveiled their new look on the same day as the Explorer Sport as their response to Ford"s news.

The refreshed 2016 model year Ford Explorer debuted at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, with a redesigned front fascia, hood, and lower bumper, standard LED low-beam headlights, and fog lamps that were inspired by the thirteenth generation Ford F-150. The rear of the Explorer was also refreshed with restyled LED tail lamps and dual exhaust outlets. The 2016 refresh bumped the I4 engine to a 2.3 L EcoBoost four-cylinder engine from the 2015 Ford Mustang. A newly introduced Platinum trim now tops out the range, slotting above the Sport and Limited trims. Similar to the Platinum editions of the F150 and Ford Super Duty trucks, the Platinum trim features front and rear cameras, enhanced active park assist with perpendicular park assist, park-out assist and semi-automatic parallel parking, hands-free liftgate from the Ford Escape, an exclusive 500-watt Sony surround sound system, and a heated steering wheel. The Platinum is paired with a 3.5 L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 with 365 bhp (272 kW) which was previously only available with the Sport trim. The 2016 Explorer went on sale at dealerships in the middle of 2015. The base Explorer also received standard eighteen-inch alloy wheels.

For 2018, the fifth-generation Ford Explorer received a front fascia update including new front LED fog lights (not available on the base model Explorer) and a new grille design. Also added was an optional Ford Safe and Smart Package (standard on Platinum models), which gives customers several of Ford"s safety features, and the Explorer Sport and Platinum received new quad-exhaust tips.

In 2019, the Explorer received one last update before it would be completely redesigned for the sixth-generation Explorer. Explorer XLT models received an optional XLT Desert Copper Package, priced at an additional US$1,840. The package included an ebony interior with copper inserts, chrome mirror caps, and 20” Polished Aluminum wheels. Explorer Limited models also received an optional Limited Luxury Package, priced at an additional $1,905. The package included upgraded premium leather seats with unique stitching, premium leather wrapped steering wheel and door inserts, multi-contour with massage capability driver and passenger front seats, inflatable passenger seat belts, chrome mirror caps, and 20” aluminum wheels. These Explorer packages were introduced to celebrate Ford"s new record SUV sales at the State Fair of Texas where two Ford Expedition packages (Expedition Stealth Edition and Texas Edition) were also revealed alongside the Explorer.

Thousands of initial Explorer and Aviator vehicles were shipped to Ford"s Flat Rock Assembly Plant for repairs due to quality control problems. Later models have been shipped from the Chicago plant to dealerships; however, many required dealer repairs before they could be sold.

The Chinese market Ford Explorer received a facelift for the 2023 model year and was unveiled in August 2022, with orders received from August 11, and production kicking off on November 7. The facelift is exclusive to the Chinese market with revised front and rear end designs and the dashboard now accommodates a 27-inch touchscreen.

As the direct successor of the Bronco II, Ford developed a three-door version of the Explorer for the 1991 model year; while 10 inches shorter than its five-door counterpart, the three-door was still nearly 13 inches longer than the Bronco II. For the first generation, the three-door was available in any trim (except Limited), with Sport offered as a trim exclusive to the three-door. Distinguished by black-colored wheel wells and rocker panels, Sport was slotted between XL and XLT. For 1995, Expedition was offered as a trim package for the three-door Explorer; replacing the Eddie Bauer trim, the nameplate was retired after 1995 in preparation for the 1997 full-size four-door SUV.

Introduced in 2000 as a 2001 model, the Explorer Sport Trac is a mid-size pickup truck derived from the second-generation Explorer, becoming the first mid-size Ford pickup. In contrast to the Ranger, the Sport Trac was marketed primarily as a personal-use vehicle rather than for work use.

Following the end of production of the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor (CVPI) in 2011, Ford developed two new models to replace it, as part of their Ford Police Interceptor range. For the 2013 model year, Ford introduced the Taurus-based Ford Police Interceptor Sedan (FPIS) and Explorer-based Ford Police Interceptor Utility (FPIU). Both models were designed & assembled alongside each other and were platform mates. As such, many mechanical parts, repair techniques, specifications, and vehicle interfaces were intentionally the same between the two vehicles to facilitate easier repairs and user familiarity.

Unlike the outgoing CVPI and the Expedition SSV, the FPIU was unavailable with a V8 engine. Instead, it was equipped with a 3.7L Cyclone V6 used in the Ford Mustang, but in transverse arrangement as the standard engine. It made 304 hp (227 kW; 308 PS) and 279 lb⋅ft (378 N⋅m) of torque, and was flex fuel capable. Permanent torque-vectoring all wheel drive was standard across the line. For the 2014 model year, a 3.5L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6, shared with the Explorer Sport, Taurus SHO, and FPIS was added to the lineup making 365 hp (272 kW; 370 PS) and 350 lb⋅ft (470 N⋅m) of torque.

Visually, the FPIU could be easily told apart from a standard Ford Explorer. It featured a black front grille with black exterior trim, black steel wheels with chrome center caps or plastic hubcaps, a keyhole on the trunk door, Police Interceptor badging on the trunk door, and no roof rails. The EcoBoost FPIU featured several distinct visual cues that set it apart from its non-turbocharged counterpart. The EcoBoost variant featured a different grille, similar to that of the FPIS, large INTERCEPTOR badging across the hood lip, and an EcoBoost badge on the trunk.

Many standard features that were fitted to the FPIU were not available on the standard Ford Explorer, including 75 mph (121 km/h) rear impact protection; a police calibrated ECM for high performance driving & long idling times; a heavy duty cooling system that included a larger radiator, an engine oil cooler, transmission cooler, power transfer unit (PTU) cooler, and police-calibrated radiator fan settings; a 220-amp alternator; heavy duty 13-inch brake rotors with special ventilation & 18-inch five spoke steel wheels; true dual exhaust; a police-tuned suspension with heavy duty components; raised ride height; steel deflector plates along the underbody; reinforced frame points; reinforced front door hinges; factory provisions to add emergency equipment, and a specially tuned electronic stability control system tailored to emergency style driving.Ford SYNC, a rearview camera, reverse sensors, blind spot monitoring, keyless entry, exterior fog lamps, automatic headlights, and rear headliner mounted HVAC vents.

The Ford Police Interceptor Utility proved to be popular almost immediately. It outsold the FPIS, and quickly became ubiquitous with law enforcement as the CVPI was being phased out. The California Highway Patrol began to use the Police Interceptor Utility as a CVPI replacement because the FPIS, Chevrolet Caprice, and Dodge Charger patrol cars did not meet the payload the CHP requires for a universal patrol car.

Many of the same Utility-specific standard features were carried over from the first generation version. For the first time, the FPIU was offered in a hybrid drivetrain configuration. Bluetooth is now standard as is a 250 amp alternator, Ford Telematics, and dual zone front temperature control. A 12.1 inch center stack display is now optional, and the optional perimeter alarm has been advanced. The second generation FPIU gains cargo space (even with hybrid batteries on board) over its predecessor.

The second generation FPIU was offered with three all-new engine choices: a twin-turbocharged 3.0L EcoBoost V6 making 400 hp (300 kW; 410 PS) and 415 lb⋅ft (563 N⋅m) of torque, a 3.3L Hybrid V6 making 318 hp (237 kW; 322 PS) and 332 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m) of torque, and a naturally aspirated 3.3 L V6 engine making 285 hp (213 kW; 289 PS) and 260 lb⋅ft (350 N⋅m) of torque, the latter of which is unavailable on the retail Ford Explorer. All iterations of the second generation FPIU use a 10-speed automatic transmission. FTe 3.0L EcoBoost V6 Utility is currently the quickest police vehicle for sale, beating out all of its competitors in Michigan State Police testing with a 0 to 60 mph (0 to 97 km/h) time of 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 148 mph (238 km/h).

The new hybrid system is based on Ford"s fourth generation modular hybrid system, which shares up to 90% of its parts with the Escape Hybrid and F-150 Hybrid. It is estimated that the hybrid drivetrain will save departments between $3,500 and $5,700 a year per vehicle in fuel costs.‑US (12 L/100 km; 23 mpg‑imp) to 24 mpg‑US (9.8 L/100 km; 29 mpg‑imp), a 26% increase.

The first-generation Ford Explorer was sold by Mazda from 1991 to 1994 as the Mazda Navajo. Offered solely in a three-door configuration, only minor design details differed the Navajo from its Ford counterpart.

In the early 1990s, SUVs transitioned into alternatives to station wagons, leading to a decline in demand for two-door SUVs. After the 1994 model year, Mazda withdrew the Navajo, returning in 2000 with the four-door Tribute (a counterpart of the Ford Escape).

The Ford Explorer was sold by the Mercury division as the Mercury Mountaineer from 1997 to 2010. Developed as a competitor for the Oldsmobile Bravada, the Mountaineer was a four-door SUV slotted above the Explorer Limited. Marking the reintroduction of the waterfall grille to the Mercury brand, the model line was distinguished by two-tone (and later monochromatic) styling different from the Explorer.

The Ford Explorer has been sold twice by the Lincoln division as the Lincoln Aviator. From 2003 to 2005, the Lincoln Aviator was marketed as a counterpart of the third-generation Explorer. The first mid-size SUV sold by Lincoln, the model line was slotted between the Mercury Mountaineer and the Lincoln Navigator. Following the introduction of the fourth-generation Explorer, the model line was repackaged as a CUV based on the Ford Edge and renamed the Lincoln MKX (today the Lincoln Nautilus).

For 2020, the Lincoln Aviator was revived (after a 14-year hiatus) as a mid-size SUV; as before, the model line is a Lincoln counterpart of the Ford Explorer (now the sixth generation) and the Lincoln Navigator. The second-generation Aviator is the first Lincoln vehicle offered with plug-in hybrid capability as an option; its 494 hp (368 kW) combined output is the highest-ever for a Lincoln vehicle.

In the UK, the Ford Explorer was initially available as just one model, with the 4.0 L engine and with a high specification – the only dealer options being leather interior. Second and third-generation Explorers for the UK and other RHD markets utilized a center console-mounted shifter and hand parking brake instead of the steering column-mounted shifter and parking brake pedal used in the North American models. In 1998, a facelifted Explorer was available with minor cosmetic interior changes and a revised rear tail lift that centered the rear number plate. In 1999 the model range was revamped slightly, the base model becoming the XLT and a special edition North Face version marketed with a tie-in to North Face outdoor clothing. The North Face version was available in dark green or silver, with body-colored bumpers, heated leather seats, and a CD multichanger as standard. In 2000, the North Face was also available in black.

In the Middle East, Taiwan, and China, the 2012 Ford Explorer is currently available in several trims, all of which have a 3.5 L V6 engine and an automatic gearbox. Some GCC markets offer the front-wheel-drive version as a base model, while most of the trims have standard all-wheel-drive.

The Explorer was cleared by the NHTSA as no more dangerous than any other truck when driven unsafely. It used the same tires as the Ford Ranger with a relatively low rating for high temperatures. Lowering tire pressure recommendations softened the ride further and improved emergency stability through increased traction, but increased the chances of overheating tires.

Explorer rollover rates, at the time of the controversy, were higher than any of its competitors. While Firestone turned out millions of sub-standard and potentially defective tires and was the initial cause of loss of control on many Ford Explorer Firestone tire tread separation rollovers, the blame shifted towards Ford for a defectively designed and unstable vehicle.

In May 2000, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) contacted Ford and Firestone about a higher than normal incidence of tire failures on Ford Explorers, Mercury Mountaineers, and Mazda Navajos fitted with Firestone tires (later including Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series pickup trucks). The failures all involved tread separation, in which the outer tread carcass would delaminate and cause a rapid loss of tire pressure. Ford investigated and found that several models of 15 in (381 mm) Firestone tires (ATX, ATX II, and Wilderness AT) had higher failure rates, especially those made at Firestone"s Decatur, Illinois plant.

Ford recommended tire inflation of only 26 pounds per square inch (179 kPa) likely contributing to the tread separation problem by causing the tires to operate at higher than normal temperatures.

Ford argued that Firestone was at fault, noting that the tires made by Firestone were very defective. Nevertheless, Ford subsequently recommended that front and rear tires should be inflated to 30 pounds per square inch (207 kPa) on all Explorer models and mailed a replacement tire pressure door sticker indicating the same to all registered owners.

On December 22, 2003, U-Haul, the largest American equipment rental company, announced it would prohibit its outlets from renting trailers to persons planning to tow behind Ford Explorers due to liability concerns, with no published data to substantiate the claim.Mercury Mountaineer, Mazda Navajo or earlier versions of the Lincoln Aviator, which are all mechanically identical to the Ford Explorer.

Water pumps on 2011 to 2019 Ford Explorer and 2013 to 2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility equipped with the 3.5 L V6, 3.5 L EcoBoost V6, and 3.7 L V6 have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do. The water pumps on these engines are internally mounted and driven by the timing chain. As a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase; mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine will need to be replaced outright. A class-action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue.

It is also strange since an all-new Escape is due out in just a few months. So why make such a modification to the existing model? (Unless the old one will still be on sale alongside the new one in China)

The electric vehicle segment is becoming a high-demand automotive sector now, with the debut of several EVs over the last few years, and more coming in the near future. Mustang Mach-E and the F-150 Lightning. Like most brands, Ford is letting go of the conventional gas-powered vehicles and taking a more EV-centric route. And from a “save the planet” standpoint, this is a great transition to take. Many will remember that the brand already axed the love-it-or-hate-it Ford Flex, produced at the Oakville plant, along with the Lincoln MKT.

In 2020, the Blue Oval announced that it will end production of the Ford Edge at the Oakville Assembly Complex in Canada, after signing agreements to introduce EVs from 2025 going forward. The new electrification plans led to the cancelation of the Edge for the 2023 model year. Since the Ford Edge arrived on the scene, it’s pretty much stolen the show. In fact, the 2022 Ford Edge still sells very well. We expected a third-generation line-up of the Ford Edge to arrive in 2023, but it will never see the light of day. However, customers still interested in the 2023 Ford Edge can place orders for it with certain dealerships, with prices starting at $37,945. Just know that you won"t be getting a new-gen model.

UPDATED DECEMBER 2022: We"ve updated this article with recent availability details of the 2023 Ford Edge, including a chance to get orders in for the popular crossover before it truly goes off the market.

Just why is Ford dismissing its reliable crossover? According to Ford Authority, the brand confirmed that 2023 really is the end of the Ford Edge production era in North America. While this hurts the crossover’s dedicated fans, Ford has a very good reason for doing so. You see, the Ford Edge rolls out of the Oakville Assembly Complex in Canada, along with the SUV"s luxurious sibling, the Lincoln Nautilus. These two vehicles have been solely produced at the plant since their inception years ago.

About two years ago, Ford made plans with the Canadian union Unifor to introduce up to five new EVs starting from 2025. This signed agreement stated that the EVs would be available at the same Oakville plant. The canceling of the SUV was likely prompted by labor negotiations. It would be much more expensive to produce the Edge, the Lincoln Nautilus, and many EVs at the same plant. It would also be counterintuitive to its “electrification plans.” So, the Ford Edge won’t be around for the 2023 model year because the Oakville plant where it"s produced will be converting into an EV-only factory. Unfortunately, this will also be the end of the line for the Lincoln Nautilus.

Ford will begin to retool the plant in 2024, in preparation for the production of the upcoming EVs. The new electric vehicles are set to start rolling out in 2025 and will sell for the same model year. But that doesn’t mean the Edge is going completely. The Changan Ford Assembly Plant in Chongqing, China, will continue to produce the Chinese Ford Edge in its new 7-seater form. It will be the sole manufacturer of the compact crossover. So, it"s not the end of the Ford Edge’s line after all, but rather, the end of its line in North America.

Almost every automaker has either already started electrifying their cars, or is planning to in the next couple of years. And like all of them, Ford knows that the transition from conventional gas-powered vehicles won"t happen instantaneously. The transition will be slower and more systematic. That’s why Ford will spend the entire year of 2024 to prep the Oakville Assembly Complex in Canada.

So far, Ford hasn"t yet announced the details on the upcoming EVs. However, of the five models, we think two or three of them will be compact crossovers. Especially since this is the hottest segment right now, and will be for many years to come. The upcoming electrified SUVs will likely be successors of the axed Ford Edge. It might also take its shape, luxury, and more. And we’re also guessing Ford will produce an EV spin-off of the Bronco. This will pay homage to Ford’s best off-road crossover. A bigger EV version of the navigator would also suffice, but it"s tough to tell at this point.

By the time the Ford Edge’s successor will roll out of the production line, Ford’s newest EVs, the F-150 Lightning, and the Mach-E will be a couple of years old. The success of the upcoming EVs will depend on the momentum established by these EVs. So, Ford will likely spend a lot of time working on EV-related issues. These are issues such as technology, driving range, and potential battery problems. In time, customers will be more than willing to hop on board with Ford’s EV transition.