Faults:

Numerous recalls.

The windows whistle.

The vehicle feels like it is top heavy.

The transmission has been rebuilt twice in the last 2 weeks.

Tires, of course.

The windshield wiper works sometimes.

Arm rest broke off.

Compact Disc player skips badly.

General Comments:

I will not ever purchase a Ford Motor product ever again due to the fact of how dissatisfied I am with the performance of this vehicle.

I am also highly displeased at how difficult it is for me to try to trade this vehicle off.

I am however pleased with the service I have gotten at the dealership I purchased this vehicle from.

However, the sales people are another story.

Faults:

Broken arm rest (factory flaw).

Radio lights flicker.

Wipers come on randomly.

Tires???

Differential leak.

Dash lights burn out.

General Comments:

Overpriced for what you get. Having to get all the recall items and other problems fixed doesn't make the Explorer fun. I complained to the dealer about all the problems and having to arrange for a courtesy car ever other month, he said that's what the warranty is for!! Hate to own it without a warranty.

Faults:

The hood latches rusted to a major degree, dealer said no problem.

Seat brackets rusty. Seat moves under braking.

Brakes catch. Brakes don't work very well.

Windshield wipers not working/working all the time.

CD quit working.

Other rust/exhaust things.

Not even 2 years on the road.

General Comments:

The dealer wasn't friendly after I bought the Explorer - rude, foul language.

I had problems immediately after the purchase. It is very unstable, pulls to the right. The brakes are weird, they pull, and it's unstable.

The smell from the air ducts is unbearable.

Problem after problem. Ford are not much help at all!!!

Faults:

Lots of warranty work!!!

General Comments:

Dissatisfied with having to be without the car for repeated work. Courtesy Ford has given me the runaround and snotty attitude every time I have had contact with them. Will never own another Ford and will never take my car to Courtesy Ford again!!!

Faults:

3 recalls.

No other problems with vehicle.

General Comments:

I don't like the way the rear suspension feels. When I'm driving down the road and hit a bump, the rear end swings sideways. It is very disconcerting.

Faults:

One recall for hood latch at 4500 mi. Nothing else.

General Comments:

Bought brand new, and read this "without a defect". The finish is top, better than any of the many Fords owned now and before. The Tennessee factory workers did a great job. The 4.0L SOHC is a must have for the 3800 lbs vehicle. It is powerful (205hp). No problem passing, merging, and driving over the speed limit (one does not even notice it). Coupled to the 5 speed auto, the vehicle is a delight to cruise around with. The comfort is excellent, (quiet, smooth ride); the seats are a bit too narrow though. And the 2 doors restrict back seat access. This is an SUV, so it has limitations as far as handling, braking, and driving fast on bad roads. The gas mileage is not very good (less than 20mpg at best), but it runs on regular gas. I highly recommend the Explorer, but I would pick the 4 door as a more practical solution if one has kids, or elderly in the family.