1994 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"Extremely unreliable and costly to repair"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My check engine light came on the day I bought the vehicle. Turns out the Mass Air Flow sensor just needed to be cleaned.
I replaced the serpentine belt and tensioner pulley twice since I purchased the vehicle.
The gas tank under belly completely rotted off the vehicle before 100,000 miles.
I had battery cables replaced at 96,000 miles.
My Explorer is currently in the shop due to a severe front end grinding squeaking and popping. Likely wheel bearings or ball joints.
General comments?
Some of the problems I've listed are normal wear and tear. Brakes for example, have just been replaced in the back and are needed in the front.
The gas tank belly rotting off and leaving me stranded is not however normal wear and tear.
This Ford has continually left me stranded in the New England cold.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 94000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 103000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Tempo |
| Date of Entry | 8th January, 2004 |