2000 Ford Explorer XLS review from North America
"Piece of junk"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear wiper motor replaced twice
front lower ball joints
computer module
alternator
windshield water leak
side mirror control switch
camshaft
transfer case repaired
transmission leak
oil leak
coolant leak
center console armrest.
General comments?
We will never buy a Ford again. this car is a piece of junk, rides rough, wastes gas and is prone toroll over. I paid $26,000 in 2000 and another $1,200 for the extended warranty which just expired.
At the next major repair we will dump this like a hot potato!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 68000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz W123 |
| Date of Entry | 31st August, 2006 |