Issue ID | 1359806 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10957693 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | EXPLORER |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 02/06/14 |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I purchased my explorer in may of 2014. The first time i accelerated and reached 3000-3500 rpms (a usual passing situation) i experienced a strong exhaust order inside the vehicle. Although not the usual "burning off" smell of a new engine, i initially dismissed the odor as something associated with a new vehicle. After several weeks and many instances of exhaust odor i knew something was wrong. I could not even accelerate up a hill just to keep pace with traffic flow without needing to open windows to eliminate the toxic smell. I first complained to my local ford dealership during a routine service oil change. Some repairs were made in may of 2016.. This repair did nothing to solve problem. So in september 2016 the dealership re-sealed the rear of vehicle. It was fine for two weeks. For a few weeks after that there was a slight exhaust smell but as time has passed there are times when smell is stronger. My husband and i have had explorers since 1992 and loved them and never had any problems. I hate this 2014 explorer!! Please note that i have documentation (receipt/statement from ford dealership). Also note that this is an ongoing problem; therefore, i can't note a specific date. Because the date field is required information i selected june 2014. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 500 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CANYON LAKE, TX |
VIN pattern | 1FM5K7B87EGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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