My New Explorer...Bursting at the Seams?

OzzieMike · 07-30-2012, 02:29 PM

I noticed this over the last couple of days: The part of the bumper that butts up against the driver's side fender doesn't want to stay put. I noticed it was sticking out about 1/4" yesterday...I compared it to the other side, and it was flush. So...I pressed it back in, felt it snap into the clips, and thought all was well. But...after driving it only a few miles, I saw it had come out again. I've tried snapping it back in several times now, but it never stays after driving the vehicle. I've made an appointment at my dealer to look at it...they will look at it, but most likely it will have to go to their body shop if the clips need to be replaced.

I've circled where it's popping out in this picture (alas...not my car...LOL). H

Has anyone else experienced this?

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*Justyman87* · 07-30-2012, 02:38 PM

I haven’t noticed this issue at all with my Explorer. Is it possible you may of got hit? I would definitely go and see whats up at your dealer though.
- Justin

1995E · 07-30-2012, 02:58 PM

This issue was common with the early build 2011 Explorers that had that part popping out. So you're not alone.

*Joe Dirt* · 07-30-2012, 03:13 PM

Glad they took care of that issue...

Dealer call...

dutchman71 · 07-30-2012, 03:18 PM

my 2012 Limited has the same issue. Hasn't bothered me enough to take action though...

VinceL · 07-30-2012, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Dirt

Glad they took care of that issue...

Dealer call...

LOL Joe! I thought they had nailed that one down long ago. Good thing is, we don't seem to have that issue...yet

**FordCustSrvc** · 07-31-2012, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzzieMike

...The part of the bumper that butts up against the driver's side fender doesn't want to stay put...I've made an appointment at my dealer to look at it...they will look at it, but most likely it will have to go to their body shop if the clips need to be replaced...

Welcome to the boards, OzzieMike; your Explorer is so excited, it’s bursting at the seams to be driven!

LOL JK

Seriously though, I’m confident your dealer will take care of it; when is your appointment?

Quote:

Originally Posted by dutchman71

my 2012 Limited has the same issue. Hasn't bothered me enough to take action though...

I still have your Explorer’s details from before, dutchman71; let me know via PM and I’ll lend a hand.

Cory

OzzieMike · 07-31-2012, 01:59 PM

Cory,

I have an appointment for Thursday morning, August 2nd. I will update this thread afterwards.

Thanks for checking!

**FordCustSrvc** · 08-01-2012, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzzieMike

Cory,

I have an appointment for Thursday morning, August 2nd. I will update this thread afterwards.

Thanks for checking!

You’re very welcome, OzzieMike; I appreciate the updates.

Cory

OzzieMike · 08-02-2012, 09:27 AM

Well, my dealer had his service guys look at the issue, and they must have done a better job popping the bumper back in. After popping it back in, they pulled on it, then drove the car on some twisty roads, and it stayed in. I drove it to work, and see that it's still attached properly. (I guess they must have pushed harder on it than I did...but, then again, they'd know better than I exactly how hard it can be pushed before damaging it).

I will update here if it pops out again....my fingers are crossed that it won't.

**FordCustSrvc** · 08-03-2012, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzzieMike

Well, my dealer had his service guys look at the issue, and they must have done a better job popping the bumper back in...

I’m glad the bumper’s where it should be, OzzieMike; thanks for checking in.

Cory

07-30-2012, 02:29 PM	#1
OzzieMike Wannabe Elite Explorer Broken Arrow, OK 2013 Ford Explorer XLT Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 42 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	My New Explorer...Bursting at the Seams? I noticed this over the last couple of days: The part of the bumper that butts up against the driver's side fender doesn't want to stay put. I noticed it was sticking out about 1/4" yesterday...I compared it to the other side, and it was flush. So...I pressed it back in, felt it snap into the clips, and thought all was well. But...after driving it only a few miles, I saw it had come out again. I've tried snapping it back in several times now, but it never stays after driving the vehicle. I've made an appointment at my dealer to look at it...they will look at it, but most likely it will have to go to their body shop if the clips need to be replaced. I've circled where it's popping out in this picture (alas...not my car...LOL). H Has anyone else experienced this? [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 2013 Explorer AWD XLT; Ruby Red; Equipment package 202A, Power Liftgate; Navigation

07-30-2012, 02:58 PM	#3
1995E Wannabe Elite Explorer Maryland 95 + 11 Ex both XLT Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 678 Vehicle Specs	This issue was common with the early build 2011 Explorers that had that part popping out. So you're not alone. __________________ Used to have an Explorer 1995 4.0L V6 XLT Only 70K miles. Explorer 2011 3.5L V6 XLT 202A with trailer tow, Ingot Silver 15k miles. 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium with 50 miles.

07-31-2012, 01:59 PM	#8
OzzieMike Wannabe Elite Explorer Broken Arrow, OK 2013 Ford Explorer XLT Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 42 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Cory, I have an appointment for Thursday morning, August 2nd. I will update this thread afterwards. Thanks for checking! __________________ 2013 Explorer AWD XLT; Ruby Red; Equipment package 202A, Power Liftgate; Navigation

08-02-2012, 09:27 AM	#10
OzzieMike Wannabe Elite Explorer Broken Arrow, OK 2013 Ford Explorer XLT Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 42 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Well, my dealer had his service guys look at the issue, and they must have done a better job popping the bumper back in. After popping it back in, they pulled on it, then drove the car on some twisty roads, and it stayed in. I drove it to work, and see that it's still attached properly. (I guess they must have pushed harder on it than I did...but, then again, they'd know better than I exactly how hard it can be pushed before damaging it). I will update here if it pops out again....my fingers are crossed that it won't. __________________ 2013 Explorer AWD XLT; Ruby Red; Equipment package 202A, Power Liftgate; Navigation

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