1996 Ford Explorer XLT review from North America
"I love this vehicle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had a problem with the check engine light coming on since the day I bought it. Had it in to Ford 3 times. Couldn't figure a problem.
At 100,000 miles, had to have anti lock brakes replaced.
At 130,000, took it back in to see if Ford could figure out the problem with check engine light. 2 weeks & $800.00 later, still no answer.
General comments?
This is a great vehicle. It drives and handles very well contrary to what has been said about Explorers.
In the winter it goes where ever I have to go, and I feel very safe when put in 4 wheel drive & I have driven in some pretty bad blizzards of Ohio & New York.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 6th November, 2002 |