Catalytic converter...

[FrankMCJR]

I have a 2016 ford explorer police interceptor utility vehicle. It has 181,000 miles and in great condition. The issue I have is the rear catalytic converter went bad(clogged) and ford has none in stock nationwide due to a shortage of parts to actually build the catalytic converter. They have about 45 backordered with no ETA of shipping. So the car doesn't stay on, it starts but it "chokes out". I have no way of repairing it until the part arrives but like I said, no ETA on arrival of the part. I live in the great state of California and getting an aftermarket catalytic converter is illegal.

 

[peterk9]

...................................... I live in the great state of California and getting an aftermarket catalytic converter is illegal.

Would you be able to get one from an auto recycler?

Peter

 

[FrankMCJR]

No because it's illegal in California for them to sell to the public.

 

[1sicbronconut]

There are some aftermarket converters that are legal in California, thinking Maganflow has some, but they won't be cheap!! Is your Explorer an Eco- Boost??

 

[FrankMCJR]

Yes Ecoboost and I have been told they aren't C.A.R.B compliant.

 

[1sicbronconut]

Not from you state but from what I understand a few aftermarket ones are compliant, they actually say CARB compliant in the adds. Have you tried these guys? Ford OEM parts 2010-2019 Ford OEM Catalytic Converter FA5Z-5E212-A | OEM Ford Parts

 

[peterk9]

Better price here; 2010-2019 Ford Catalytic Converter FA5Z-5E212-A | Auto Nation Ford White Bear Lake and this site will give a 10% discount to forum members; Original 2010-2019 Ford Catalytic Converter FA5Z-5E212-A | Genuine Ford Auto Parts
I'm guessing that they are also in backorder mode.

Peter

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[1sicbronconut]

That dealership in White Bear lake might have one my dealership even buys parts from them if we need something that's on back order.

 

[atikovi]

Would you be able to get one from an auto recycler?

Federal law prohibits the sale of used converters unless they are recertified. Most every junkyard I've gone to has a sign somewhere saying, WE DON'T SELL CONVERTERS. If it was my car, I'd just gut the clogged cat and replace when the new one comes in.

 

[BrettS.]

Federal law prohibits the sale of used converters unless they are recertified. Most every junkyard I've gone to has a sign somewhere saying, WE DON'T SELL CONVERTERS. If it was my car, I'd just gut the clogged cat and replace when the new one comes in.

Same. Punch it out so you can at least drive the car. Turn off the rear O2 or live with the check engine light on until you install the new cat.

 

[Cmac143]

I have a 2016 ford explorer police interceptor utility vehicle. It has 181,000 miles and in great condition. The issue I have is the rear catalytic converter went bad(clogged) and ford has none in stock nationwide due to a shortage of parts to actually build the catalytic converter. They have about 45 backordered with no ETA of shipping. So the car doesn't stay on, it starts but it "chokes out". I have no way of repairing it until the part arrives but like I said, no ETA on arrival of the part. I live in the great state of California and getting an aftermarket catalytic converter is illegal.

Hey what ever happened? Did the converter come back in stock? How long did it take? I’m waiting for one now and it’s been almost 2 months!

 

[peterk9]

Hey what ever happened? Did the converter come back in stock? How long did it take? I’m waiting for one now and it’s been almost 2 months!

Welcome to the Forum.

Peter

 

[Cmac143]

Welcome to the Forum.

Peter

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