1995E
Explorer Addict
- Joined
- July 16, 2010
- Messages
- 1,860
- Reaction score
- 60
- City, State
- Maryland
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 95 + 11 Ex both XLT
Please visit NHTSA web page. There is a serious issue with Ford Explorer. A recall was issued and Ford used a software upgrade to "fix" the issue. I had no problems and they did the software upgrade and closed the recall for my explorer. Nine months later the steering gear went out(the real issue) and Ford said it wasn't covered because the recall had been closed with the software upgrade. Now I am expected to pay over $1,500.00 dollars to correct the real problem. My advice is to file a complaint with NHTSA if you have this issue or get rid of your Explorer before you have this issue. Ninety-five percent of the vehicles I have owned were Fords, not so sure on the next purchase.
I just got a recall for the 2013 Ford Fusion about a EPAS recall. Apparently the bolts used would rust and cause issues and the fix is to apply new bolts. I am lucky my Explorer hasn't had any power steering issues despite how hard I mess around with the steering ( knock on wood ) but I wonder if the power steering units are the same given that EPAS systems are very simple designs.
Looks like the issue involves more than just the Explorer.