Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
9923811/15/19996090164A temperature gauge fluctuation and / or a knocking / thumping noise may be audible inthe passenger compartment on some vehicles. *tt03/09/2000
1258303/01/1999605310Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit a thumping noise from the cooling system. *tt06/08/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
1461701/01/2001617995Subject pertaining to broken thermostat. *jb04/03/2001
1458301/01/2001617968Concerns with broken thermostats on engines. *jb04/02/2001
1292407/01/1999614751Some vehicles may require radiator hose clamp replacement during normal vehicle service. *tt12/13/2000
655907/01/1999610686Brief information regarding radiator hose clamp for service. *tt05/10/2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
02080108/09/20040415410011150Rattle noise from primary chain drive area 2000-3000 rpm - 4.0l sohc engine. *tt01/04/2005
0222111/11/200210008304Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj07/27/2004
0319909/29/200310004038Rattle/buzz sound from under the vehicle on 4.0l single overhead cam (sohc) engines. *tt11/14/2003
87019710/22/200210000592Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt03/25/2003
1456001/01/2001617944Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise. *jb04/02/2001
00M1211/01/2000616507Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0l sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket. *tt03/01/2001
1346511/01/19996092219Information regarding clean air tube retaining clamps / throttle body cam. *tt11/28/2000
1310108/01/19996091905Subject regarding the sbds relative cam timing test. *tt11/16/2000
1404804/01/2000613703Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr07/27/2000
849304/01/2000613654Some vehicles may experience an oil leak at the rear crankshaft area after service. **mr07/26/2000
98514811/01/1998613283Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start. *tt06/20/2000
651507/01/1999610672Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss of the engine block. *tt05/10/2000
713810/01/19996090757Service tip information when servicing the 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt03/29/2000
1326009/01/19996090690Service tips information provided to assist when servicing vehicles with short block assembly. *tt03/23/2000
1318109/01/19996090540Information regarding camshaft position (cmp) sensor alignment tool chart (continued). *mjs03/21/2000
1317009/01/19996090518Information regarding 4.0 l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *mjs03/21/2000
699709/01/19996090310Some service manuals may list the incorrect camshaft position sensor alignment tool for vehicles with various engine sizes. *tt03/14/2000
698609/01/19996090291Information regarding 4.0l sohc camshaft bolt torque. *tt03/13/2000
991309408/01/1999609039Concerns with 4.0l sohc engines equipped vehicles exhibiting an oil leak from the oil pressure switch boss of the engine block. *tt12/07/1999
99687408/01/1999608805Subject pertaining to the sbds relative cam timing test which has been temporarily removed from use on some vehicles due to noise concerns. *tt12/06/1999
1255303/01/1999605290Subject regarding higher base idle strategy. *tt06/07/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
028104/29/2002637920Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc (single over-head cam) engine may exhibit a primary timing chain rattle noise. *tt12/09/2002
027604/15/2002636013Information on diagnosing engine rattle noise from primary chain drive area between 2000-3000 rpm on cold engine operation only. *tt11/04/2002
1549612/01/2001630605Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more due to fuel system contamination. *tt04/18/2002
0124612/10/2001630515Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt04/18/2002
1547012/01/2001630576Concerns with spark knock noise or chain rattle noise between 2000-3000 rpm, during cold engine operation only. *tt04/18/2002
1542211/01/2001630442Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank condition after sitting for an hour or more. *tt04/17/2002
1556701/01/2002630105Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more. *tt04/12/2002
021401/21/2002630001Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt04/11/2002
1504001/01/2002630022Some vehicles including 1997 through 1999 explorer sport trac equipped with a 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a start-up noise from the left front of the engine. *tt04/11/2002
0120510/15/2001627927Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt02/26/2002
0119710/01/2001627752Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock. *tt02/22/2002
1522609/01/2001625775Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise that may be perceived by the customer a s adiesel type noise and is known as marble noise. *tt12/03/2001
1513808/01/2001624863Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up. *slc11/15/2001
1500606/01/2001622817Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engines may make a start-up noise from the left front of the engine. *tt10/23/2001
1504007/01/2001621039Some explorer / sport / sport trac equipped with a 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a start-up noise condition from the left front of the engine. *tt09/06/2001
1448901/01/2000620462Some vehicles built through 01/1999, equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt08/09/2001
1486804/01/2001619337Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc engine may exhibit a primary chain rattle noise (sometimes described as a spark knock-type noise). *tt05/23/2001
00M1212/01/2000616816Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines - camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket additional coverage. *tt03/13/2001
1448911/01/2000616561Some vehicles built through 01/1999 and equipped with a 5.0l engine may exhibit a cold start or hot engine deceleration noise coming from the #5 cylinder. *tt03/06/2001
1333410/01/19996092156Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt11/27/2000
1333510/01/19996092158Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt11/27/2000
1330010/01/19996092122Some vehicles with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt11/27/2000
1315408/01/19996091965Subject regarding engine hotline phone numbers. *tt11/17/2000
1311808/01/19996091931Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt11/16/2000
1311008/01/19996091919Some vehicles may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle. *tt11/16/2000
1305908/01/19996091856Experiencing a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt11/15/2000
689608/01/1999608921Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt11/09/2000
1326109/01/19996091661Service tips when servicing a 4.0l sohc short block assembly. *tt11/09/2000
1270505/01/19996091678Some 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit an internal low engine noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt11/09/2000
1328309/01/19996091663Some vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt11/09/2000
619905/01/1999607018Vehicle may experience a diesel / marbel type noise. *tt11/03/2000
672908/01/1999608449Concerns with vehicles that exhibit a hard start / long crank condition due to a fuel system pressure bleed down. *tt11/03/2000
1409004/01/2000613716Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / no start condition when attempting to start the vehicle. *tt08/07/2000
007504/03/2000613572Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l ohv engine may experience a vibration or buzz at the accelerator pedal. **mr07/21/2000
1214611/01/1998613167Some vehicles equipped with 5.0l engines may exhibit an upper engine tapping noise on cold start. *mjs06/19/2000
1370901/01/2000612698Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine and built prior to 11/23/99 may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up. *mjs06/12/2000
790401/01/20007904612393Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration during engine warm-up.06/08/2000
1348411/01/1999610897Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt05/18/2000
1352711/01/1999610913Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit an overheat condition that may be attributed to the thermostat. engineering is currently investigating this issue and is looking for thermostats and coolants samples from these05/18/2000
747111/01/1999610836Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines may exhibit excessive oil consumption as reported by the customer. *tt05/15/2000
727010/01/19996090871Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit a vibration / moan / boom at idle. *tt03/31/2000
724810/01/19996090832Vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a slight hesitation on acceleration during engine warm up. *tt03/30/2000
714710/01/19996090765Exhibiting an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt03/29/2000
1327009/01/19996090699Vehicles with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbles in a tin can rattle. *tt03/23/2000
1311009/01/19996090508Information regarding 4.0l ohv engine-marble type noise. *mjs03/21/2000
1317209/01/19996090522Information regarding sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs03/21/2000
1317109/01/19996090520Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine noise (cam chain noise). *mjs03/21/2000
1317709/01/19996090532Information regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *mjs03/21/2000
699309/01/19996090303Subject regarding 4.0l sohc engine repair procedure update. *tt03/14/2000
698709/01/19996090293Some vehicles may exhibit engine noise(cam chain noise). *tt03/13/2000
9922310/18/19996089683A no start condition when vehicle is parked on an incline with the vehicle in a nose down position and less than 1/4 tank of fuel may occur. *tt02/11/2000
99688408/01/1999608880Customers may complain of an internal low end noise that is described as a diesel and / or marbels in a tin can rattle on vehicles with a 4.ol ovh engine. *tt12/06/1999
99678708/01/1999608759Vehicles equipped with 4.0l ohv engines and built through december, 1998 may exhibit a loss of oil pressure accompanied by possible engine noise / damage. *tt12/03/1999
1290306/01/1999606935Concerns with oil leak of the engine block at the oil pressure switch boss. tt09/08/1999
9981605/03/1999606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt08/19/1999
9821110/26/1998603665Experiencing a noise and vibration during idle.03/01/1999
98251112/21/1998603649Service tips on composite fuel rail. *yc03/01/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
1275505/01/1999607073Some vehicles built before 1/1/1999 equipped with 5.0l engine may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt11/03/2000
629506/01/1999606783Vehicles may exhibit a front accessory drive (fead) belt noise. *tt09/02/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
1401003/01/2000612966Some vehicles built through 11/22/99 and equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit various driveability conditions that lead to idle air control (iac) valve replacement. *tt06/14/2000
842003/01/2000612845Some vehicles built through 11/22/99 and equipped with 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit various driveability conditions that lead to idle air control (iac) valve replacement. *tt06/13/2000
98201010/12/1998603695Experiencing a buzzing or rattling noise from the exhaust system. *yc03/02/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
98231011/23/1998603724Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak03/03/1999
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
CSP-08B0105/16/200810026389Ford: certain 1999-2001 model year vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in new york and certain 2001 vehicles up to 6000 lb gvwr registered in the state of maine, certified for sale in california-federal emission warranty refund. *pe10/23/2008

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DP05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY09/22/200501/04/2006SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
 On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
DP05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY09/22/200501/04/2006SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
 On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
DP05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY09/22/200501/04/2006SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
 On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
12/28/2011212000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. the contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while in the contact's driveway with the engine turned off. the fire department was called and advised that the fire originated from the battery compartment. a fire report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure and the current mileage was 212,000. kmj
12/28/2011212000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. the contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while idol in the driveway of the residence. the fire department filed a report stating that the fire began close to the battery compartment. there were no injuries. the vehicle was destroyed. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified. the approximate failure and current mileage was 212,000. nw
05/21/2009
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. while driving at approximately 20 mph a fire ignited under the hood. the vehicle was pulled over and shut off. the vehicle exploded and was destroyed. the fire department appeared on the scene and extinguished the fire. the police department was notified but never appeared on the scene and no police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a junk yard and was never examined for the cause of failure. the manufacturer was notified and she was informed they would not take any action unless proof was provided that a manufacturer defect exists. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were unknown. sm.
10/31/2007101/21/2000
 1999 ford explorer caught fire. consumer states that his vehicle was in the shop for about 5 to 6 weeks getting a new engine transmission and radiator, and recall repair done. the vehicle caught fire a month after the repairs were made. *kb
09/10/20071
 I have 1999 ford explorer-i love my car but-last year i replaced the timing chain and timing chain cover. due to the fact that teflon cover somehow broke and we being eaten by the actual timing chain..my warranty expied in august of 07. well around the 10th of september, my car is doing the same thing! why do they get broken so fast and easily? and why is there only a 1 year warranty..are there any recalls or notices to the public, should this happen to them? also are there any ways to get help fixing this? it cost me over $2000.00 last time and i don't have that kind of money to spend like that every year!!!please help. *tr
05/19/200670000110/16/2002
 Noise coming from under the hood. repairman said it is a tensioner in rear of engine and is common problem in the explorer. he thought it was under recall. this requires engine to be pulled to fix with only 85000 mile on engine. *jb
09/13/2006115000109/12/2001
 I was at my office working when my 5 year old daughter came to me saying mommy it's an emergency, your truck is smoking! (i had been at the office working for an hour and a half after picking my children up from school.) i opened the back door to see what she was talking about and saw my truck engulfed in flames. i ran back inside the to call 911. a man had come inside the office to tell us a truck was on fire, he was already on the phone with 911. i moved my children to the front of the office, yelled for everyone parked by my truck to move their vehicles, and went outside in a panic. by the time the fire department, police department and amr arrived, the fire had spread to the driver's side of the interior, the grill (front of the truck) was melted, the entire hood and front left side of the truck were burned, the engine was melted, and the front left tire had exploded and partially melted. *jb
05/23/20051
 Dt: contact states while driving vehicle locked up on the highway. the service dealer stated the cam shaft locked up because oil was not circulating throughout the motor. there were no warning lights illuminated on the dash.*ak
05/16/2000190004
 Intermittently windshield wipers did not work or started working on their own. also, while driving at any speed vehicle stalled on the road. air bag and check engine light intermittently came on and off.*ak
2
 While driving consumer noticed that check engine light illuminated and stayed on during the duration of the drive. technician replaced a cracked engine head/heater core/four different sparks plugs/ gaskets, and filled and changed the oil. *ak
03/18/2004670003
 While driving 55 mph vehicle stalled. consumer managed to restart the vehicle on two occasions, but had the vehicle towed the third time. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
111/02/2000
 When vehicle is in park on a incline with the engine off vehicle will not start. *ak
12/17/2003450003
 While driving vehicle stalled until it warmed up. dealerships mechanic was notified. but the problem was not resolved. *ak
03/02/20001107/31/1999
 Several problems with 1999 ford explorer eddie bauer edition. *mr when the vehicle was turned right, the windshield wipers would come on, the right rear tire had blown, there was a whine noise, a leaking on the garage floor along with a burning smell when the vehicle was shutoff, it was discovered the front axle seal needed to be replaced. check engine light had come on and the heat gauge showed hot, the dealer determined it was the thermostat. the engine surged, the light emitting the display had gone out, there was a problem with the right front hub assembly/axle seal. *scc *jb
09/16/20031
 While driving engine reached high temperatures due to intake manifold failure. coolant went inside the engine.*ak
05/23/200349000
 Check engine light stays on. dealer states vehicle needs new engine. please provide additional information.*ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
03/28/200447200108/01/1996
 When driving on the freeway, the vehicle accelerated, causing the consumer to pull out of traffic. the consumer put the vehicle in neutral before putting the vehicle in park. the consumer shut the vehicle off before restarting the vehicle. the consumer made contact with the dealership. *ak the vehicle accelerated up to 85 mph and did not respond to the consumers attempt to slow down. the vehicle had taken 1/4 miles to stop even when the vehicle was placed in neutral. the vehicle made a bad acceleration noise then shut off. the throttle was replaced. the temperature gauge fluctuated. the dealer replaced the thermostat. *sc *jb
10/15/200369950208/12/1999
 Ford explorer 1999 with 70,000 miles has burning of anti-freeze. when brought to dealer need new long engine block and radiator. this car has had all routine maintenance and had complete tune up, hoses and belts and fluids changed at recommended intervals including 60,000 miles. has never overheated nor broken down prior to this leak. when originally brought to dealer, was told problem were new hoses were leaking. this problem was adjusted by my mechanic and it still continued to leak antifreeze. in addition, car was fine until brought to dealer for recall work on on 10/1/03. once taken out of service, that's when i noticed the smell of antifreeze. *la
04/10/2001
 Ongoing problem with the 3.8l v6 engine overheating while driving vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and unable to correct the problem. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - HOSE
107/01/1999
 Check the engine light came on due to disconnected hose. yh
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
10/14/20091
 I want to file a complaint with ford because i have 1 1999 ford explorer xlt and the timing guide is going out again for the third time. i think that ford should do something about this...i know people that never have to replace their timing chain guides and im replacing mine for the third time... *tr
12/10/2008124554
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. while driving 45 mph, the accelerator pedal became stuck and the rpm's increased to over 3,000 rpm's. the rpm's would not decrease until he arrived at the dealer. while driving and attempting to control the vehicle, he depressed the brake pedal to reduce the speed of the vehicle. the dealer stated that he needed to replace the iac valve, throttle body assembly, housing, and throttle plate. they also replaced the check engine warning indicator and reset the computer. the failure mileage was 124,554.
12/08/200690070512/11/1999
 Dt*: the contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the engine stalled immediately. this was followed by the check engine light illuminating constantly. this was the fifth occurrence of this problem. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer on four other occasions, where the dealer determined that the idle bypass valve was sticking. the valve was replaced each time, but the problems persisted. the manufacturer was also notified.
06/03/200570231203/26/1999
 Vehicle will not start when on an uphill incline
09/14/200357801109/10/1999
 Application of the accelerator pedal after the engine has cooled, would need to apply additional force to the accelerator pedal to break the bridge. *la
09/10/20031
 1999 ford explorer involved in an accident.*mr the consumer stated he/she heard a noise from the engine prior to the accident and also the air bags failed to deploy. *jb *nm
09/16/20031
 Consistent problems with engine check light. dealers notified. *ak
09/01/20031030001
 While driving at 65 mph a spark blew out of the cylinder head. there was a loud popping sound from within the engine compartment, and the vehicle lost considerable power at that time. the windows had to be opened due to the gas fumes.*ak
08/02/200361000111/15/2001
 Service bulletin 00m12 from ford called for replacement of timing chain tensioner. tensioner was replaced but did not solve problem. returned to ford and was confirmed to be coming from tensioner. was directed by dealer that ther was no other fix for problem but would not cause damage. was told that if part failed ford would warranty for 5 yrs or 75,000 miles. part failed causing timing chain to slip and break, causing #6 cylinder piston to strike valve and put hole in piston. ford now states that they are not responsable and will provide no relief for repair. ford dealer advises that should have been covered but ford makes final decision. ford's final position is that age/mileage of vehicle problem is now my problem. vehicle is 1999 explorer with 60,000 miles which meets both of their cryteria in their service bulletin. now ford wants me to pay $4500 for new motor.*ak
1
 Complaint against ford motor company defective parts and refusal of a refund even after recall. *mr the steering had become uncontrollable and the vehicle died out. the pcm had to be reprogrammed along with the replacement of the iac valve. the same thing happened to the consumer's brother's suv as well. *scc *jb
04/24/20031
 While driving, the vehicle stalled. *jb
04/09/200380000105/04/2001
 Service bulletin oom 12 from ford was for the replacement of the camshaft tensioner in my 1999 explorer. it was replaced on 11/27/01 and now needs to be replaced again. the ford service center refuses to see the same componet continues to fail again and again as their problem. *jb
04/27/200085001006/01/1999
 The oil pressure gauge shorted out, the air bag wiring harness, front axle seals, brake caliper pads, brake line, power door lock assembly and multi function switch assembly were all replaced. *ts the timing chain, tensioner, idle air control, valve intake gaskets and the seats which ripped were also replaced. * jb
11/28/20021
 The engine revved and the engine surged foward.*dt *jb
01/06/20031
 Consumer stated while driving at any speed and with no warning the vehicle would stall.*jb
09/11/2001208/01/2000
 Engine heads cracked on both sides. the hood latch assembly rusted and cannot be opened, also the horn filled up with water and would not work as a result.
05/01/2000210/01/1999
 Engine began producing sounds of dieseling or rattling at roughly 50k miles. camshaft tensioner replaced under recall shortly after, mechanic said this would eliminate noise. noise grew progressively worse over time - brought into a ford dealer, had veh. for a week and replaced front cam chain guide. went to p/u vehicle and was informed noise is still there due to rear cam chain guide needing replacement. would have to pull motor for about another $1000. two independent mechanics informed me both guides failing due to cam shaft tensioner. both guides would not fail at same time on opposite ends of motor unless joined by common part. dealer and ford motor co. basically said that's my problem.*ak
07/16/2001207/16/2001
 Engine makes a rattling noise, consumer constantly went to dealer to diagnose the problem. after doing 2-3 diagnostic tests, no problem was found, consumer went to another dealer for a second opinion and a rebuild engine was put in. bolt to engine cylinder broke off and a new head was ordered. *ak consumer is still not satisfied that engine is not running smoothly and still hear irregular noises, dealer identified the noise and informed consumet that is was normal, consumer also blames dealer for selling her the vehicle with defective firestone tires, consumer had to purchase 5 new tires. *slc
04/11/20011
 Camshaft chain malfunctioned, causing engine to fail. *ak consumer states camshift tensioner failed, camshaft chain slipped, camshaft went out of time, pistons bumped valves, engien failed abrubtly on hill endandering passengers, engine was recalled previous years on different models, consumer states manufacturer does not want to acknowledge same failure. *jb
106/01/1999
 There is a terrible vibration from under the vehicle when idling and sometimes while accelerating. the dealer said there was a recall about a mount or something and replaced it and then reset the computer they said but the vibration remains. *ak
09/30/1999
 Engine block cracked, causing oil leakage. also, front axle seals blew out, and transmission leaked. truck was purchased new. the truck only has 300 miles. no repairs have been made on the truck. *ak
07/01/1998
 While driving at any speed vehicle stalls. when making any type of left turn, vehicle shuts down, and consumer has to restart vehicle. *ak
1
 Vehicle experiencing valve chatter. nlm
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
11/28/2002
 Consumer was making a 3pt turn. when truck was placed in drive gear then engine suddenly accelerated causing vehicle to crash into house. ph
06/15/2002
 Ongoing engine stalling problem while driving/ slowing down, and accelerating from a stop position. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
08/16/2002
 While trying to accelerate doors automatically locked, and then vehicle shut off. it was hard to get vehicle back started. dealer notified.*ak
11/10/19994
 Vehicle will stall when vehicle is attempting to idle, dealer has reprogrammed the pcm, replaced the air bypass valve, iac sensor and iac valve, however problem still exists. *slc
103/07/2000
 Consumer states oil was leaking onto the ground.*jb
10/11/20011
 Consumer state s that vehicle will rattle causing cam chain to snap. nlm
09/19/200008/01/2000
 When idling in park or drive the ehicle makes noise that sounds like marbles rattling in a can then the vehicle acts like it wants to stall out. nlm
09/01/2001
 Vehicle has a knocking noise coming from underneath the hood area. dealership is aware of problem. *ak
 While traveling and without any indication engine stalled. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information.*ak
12/19/200011/01/2000
 Dealer refused to repair vehicle after defective remaufactured engine installed. *ak
12/01/2001
 Whle driving at any speed vehicle completely shutsdown without warning, cause unknown. please provide more information.*ak
09/27/2001
 Knock in engine had to dealer 3 times last time they decarboned engine still knocking worse than before now they say its a normal sound doesn,t sound normal to me any recources i have would be greatly appreciated. *ak
103/07/2000
 Consumer states oil was leaking onto the ground.*jb
06/01/20010
 When traveling or turning there is a hesitation in same direction. *ak
09/24/2001101/01/1999
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
01/08/2001104/15/2000
 Automatic transmission is slipping in any gear. it doesn't shift gears correctly when accelerating. transmission only shifts correctly into 1st gear, and double shifts into 2nd and 3rd gears after letting off gas. transmission shifts sometimes from high to low, causing vehicle to pull. overdrive light intermittently would go on and off. was repaired at dealer. on 1-18-2001. dealer replaced multiple parts in transmission 02-15-2001, transmission locked up and wouldn't move.torque converter and pump with housing were replaced. on 6-29-2001, transmission was still pulling. dealer replaced a stuck evr valve and replaced it. *ak front and rear rotors warped, dealer replaced, abs light illumianted, dealer replaced rear speed sensor, brakes are noisy. passenger window shakes, dealer lubed tracks. motor makes rattling noise when being driven steadily. steering gets stiff and makes a whining noise. air conidtioner was repaired. goodyear tire blewout, this tire was a replacement for firestone recall 00t005. *slc
02/01/200104/01/1999
 The explorer makes a rattling/marbling noise coming from the bottom of the engine. joe cotton ford informed me that ford motor co. states that the way to deal with this problem is to remove the carbon in the engine and drive the vehicle with repeated cycles of running the engine over 3,000rpm's. repeated treatment of the engine with carbon cleaners by the ford dealer and driving the auto over 3,000rpms has not eliminated the problem. in fact the rattling is getting louder. i have checked the nhtsa web site and have found many other complaints by other 1999 ford explorer owners on the same issue. this problem seems to be a systemic problem with this vehicle and engine. ford refuses to fix the problem.*ak
09/30/199909/01/1999
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
07/17/2000202/01/1999
 Engine knocking replace and now the new engine is knocking truck is in the shop now . ford said that there is no warranty on the replace engine. ford knows that there is a problem with the engines in there ford explorer.*ak
05/01/2000104/01/1999
 We have had a hood latch recall, cruise control recall, questions about a tire recall (firestone), power steering fluid leak, cv boot rip, wipers turning on with the turn signal, 1 engine replaced due to 0 psi oil at idle (did they really replace it or just say they did?) several independent re-evaluations after the new engine had even more noises, fuel injectors replaced, a mysterious clunking sound on the right side during left turns, ~5000mi after 1st engine replacement another ford repair center is now saying that the engine has 0psi at and we need another engine. we feel like this 99 explorer (with currently <35,000mi)is a lemon and we are tired of recalls, repairs, waiting for engines. we want a dependable car! we have taken immaculate care of the car, have had professionals do the work on it (usually ford dealerships) and yet we are afraid that the warrentee will run out and we will have an expensive problem or, worse, the car will fail and someone will get hurt! does this car qualify as a lemon. if not what does? if so, what are our options? p.s. all of the mentioned problems are documented by ford dealership records that are in our possession.
10/25/2000305/01/2000
 When i bought my explorer, the marble noise was there. dealer did not fix it, i took it to another dealer, where i have had two engines put in it for this marble noise. the third engine now is making the same marble/ diesel noise. they tell me that i have to live with it. i also only get 9 miles to the gallon on the hwy, and 2 1/2 around town.*ak
03/26/20010
 Vehicle stalls without prior notice, and gas pedal gets stuck. dealership is aware of problems. *ak
 When temperatures are very low vehicle will not start. dealer has been contacted, and cannot determine what problem is. *ak
04/08/2000103/12/1999
 Vehicle stalls several times while driving and check engine light illuminated due to engine failure. yh
10/15/20001011/01/1998
 At random times engine will not maintain idle speed without pressure on accelerator. condition continues from less than an hour to over a number of days. *ak
12/01/1998
 Vehicle stalls
202/01/1999
 Usually during hot days, vehicle will start and after few seconds the engine dies or stalls. this happened twice already. dealer can't figure it out.
12/01/1998
 Vehicle stalls
202/01/1999
 Usually during hot days, vehicle will start and after few seconds the engine dies or stalls. this happened twice already. dealer can't figure it out.
08/01/199905/01/1999
 Engine developed noise in lower end. ford service bulletin 13645 describes problem, diesel or marbles in a tin can rattle 4.0 ohv; problem gets louder with time; concerned about failure.
04/01/1999
 Rattle in motor, worked on 2 times, was told we would receive a new motor from ford. at the current time it is in the shop being replaced. we were under the assumption it would be a new motor, but when we took it there to be changed we were told it would be a factory re-built motor. is this a standard procedure, or is it an option of the ford dealer?*ak
04/29/199910/01/1998
 My explorer has had the same recurrent problem for 16 months. i have had it to the dealer 8 times. they has numerous fixes and none of them have solved the problem. the car has to be given gas at start up. after start up it idles roughly and hestitates upon acceleration for the first mile or so. it does not exhibit this problem every day. at this point ford has told me they do no know how to fix the problem. they gave me a copy of technical service bulletin 13335 which states no further repairs are to be done and the problem has been sent to qsf for review. meanwhile my vehicle does not run properly and i believe it is a safety issue due to the hesitation upon acceleration. have others complained of this problem? what can i do in order to get my vehicle running correctly? please give me any information which is available. thank you. *ak
 Vehicle starting in first turned and without any indicaton vehicle would stall. dealer has been notified. please provide further information.*ak
04/01/1999604/09/1999
 While driving on highway traveling 65mph all of sudden the vehicle cuts off. no warning. no nothing. interior lights went out, and also the rear wipers work intermittently. contacted dealer they are aware of the problem, but not able to find whats causing the problem. problem still exists. *ak *ml
04/01/2000
 While driving vehicle stalls unexpectedly which may resultin a crash. dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. please provide further information. *ak
04/15/2000
 While driving about 25mph vehicle began to shake, and then cut off. *ak
03/22/2000
 Vehicle stalls while driving. also, while sitting still or turning corners it will cut off. vehicle has been taken to dealer & problem keeps reoccurring. vehicle was picked up on 27-mar-2000 & 28-mar-2000, and taken back to dealer. *ak
10/15/1999208/01/1999
 Windshield wipers replaced once. also, two different descriptions of engine noise. *ak
09/03/19991006/01/1999
 Engine cuts off while vehicle is in motion. when this happens, i lose brakes and steering. i have had the vehicle in for repair more than 3 times but the engine continues to stall out. dealership indicates ford is aware of the problem but is not able to presently repair. vehicle is dangerous when engine quits while in motion. vehicle is not providing reliable transportation. also, there is an engine rattle which is worstening but dealership said this is normal. i am interested in determining if there have been other similar complaints and if so, how many and what has ford done about this. *ak
10/13/1999406/01/1999
 Car has been in repair facility 4 times since 10/14/99 for failures. the failures occur when the vehicle engine is disabled and shuts down while driving. this can be a serious problem for someone in cold weather climates (especiually remote ak) and if emergency road action is needed (no anti-locks or power steering if engine is off). situation is being forwarded for ak lemon law persuant to ak statute 45.45.300. currently, ford engineers and local repair experts cannot figure out what the problem is. if you need to contact me for more information, feel free. *ak
04/01/1999
 Engine noise noticed on second day of ownership. noise happens when accelerating from a stop or low speed. also, a metal flapping sound coming from under the hood when driving at high speeds. dealer has been contacted. my explorer has been in the shop 3 times for this problem. the first time they ha it overnight and said that they didn't hear the noise. the second time ford issued a service bulletin and we were called by the dealer to bring it in again. this time they said they heard the noise and were going to come up with a fix or replace the engine, and they would notify me within 90 days as to what they were going to do. i had to call the dealer in 90 days and they said ford will not fix the problem because it will not affect the longevity or performance of the engine. is there any information on this. please advise
06/21/199906/01/1999
 The engine makes noises similar to a diesel engine. ford supposedly has an internal bulletin on the problem. i believe that ford was aware of the problem prior to selling the vehicle. they have agreed to replace the engine but not to replace the vehicle. i expect that this problem exist in many ford explorers.
04/12/1999101/10/1999
 Vehicle experiencing hard start and has to be push started. nlm
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
12/08/200590000209/01/2004
 Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled. although the engine died it easily restarted. he took the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer discovered the problem was the intake manifold gasket. there was a special service campaign # 01m112 that concerned the intake manifold gasket and the timing chain. however, due to the vehicle's mileage it was not included in the campaign. no repairs have been made. *ak
08/02/200361000111/15/2001
 Service bulletin 00m12 from ford called for replacement of timing chain tensioner. tensioner was replaced but did not solve problem. returned to ford and was confirmed to be coming from tensioner. was directed by dealer that ther was no other fix for problem but would not cause damage. was told that if part failed ford would warranty for 5 yrs or 75,000 miles. part failed causing timing chain to slip and break, causing #6 cylinder piston to strike valve and put hole in piston. ford now states that they are not responsable and will provide no relief for repair. ford dealer advises that should have been covered but ford makes final decision. ford's final position is that age/mileage of vehicle problem is now my problem. vehicle is 1999 explorer with 60,000 miles which meets both of their cryteria in their service bulletin. now ford wants me to pay $4500 for new motor.*ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
04/29/2004500001
 While at a stop smoke started to appear inside the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
08/15/200360000
 1--bad roaring noise in left front wheel area 2--rattling noise in exhaust (muffler) our vehicle was in the shop over 21/2 weeks my wife picked up the vehicle thursday8-28-03 same noise in the front also new rattling noise ledft front end. noise in bad at 55mph lots of promises made by maloy ford all talk also they will not return my call salesperson thru owner
06/15/200238000
 The biggest problem i have now is my transmission, on august 1st, my explorer lost its reverse, it is now august 25, and i still do not have my car, they fixed it on aug 20, it broke that night, took it back aug 22, broke again and then took it back that night and now they still have it and dont know what is wrong with it. i told them all i want is a car, but they say they cannot give me one. why? i dont have a car, i lease the one i have, cant drive it, still have to pay for it, and they wont give me a loaner.
07/01/20001507/01/1999
 Idle air control valve sticks shut, shutting down engine whenever you lift off the gas pedal. i drove the car home being careful not to lift my foot completely off the gas. someone could easily lift off the gas in an intersection for example, and have the car stall immediately. it is my opinion that a part failing that causes the car to stall like that is a safety problem. the service manager at the dealer told me that the idle air control valve was often on back order. this leads me to believe that these things are failing often.*ak
08/13/1999
 Car will not start . also, consumer smelled gas fumes. took car to the dealer, and they told huim there was nothing wrong. *ak
03/03/19993
 Whenever truck is driven there is a tapping noise coming from the engine. the explorer was taken to the dealership 3 times for this problem. the first time dealer stated that the condition was a normal condtion. second time the exhaust bolts were replaced. the third time the egr valve was replaced. the truck is still being serviced for the condition. windshield wipers come on by themselves due to electrical short in the multi-function switch. *ak
03/29/1999
 Fumes coming from the exhaust system are so strong that consumer is unable to drive with the windows down. the dealer is not able to correct this problem. also, when taking foot off brake pedal, brakes do not release completely. this happens during normal braking, no inclement weather. brake booster was replaced. consumer still experiencing the same problem. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
02/16/20051108/01/2000
 I have a 1999 ford explorer xlt with a v-6 sohc 4 liter engine. the car has not properly accelerated since purchase in 2000, it has constantly stalled while driving and the dealer could not determine the problem because the check engine light was not on. i found out february 16, 2005 that i have a broken intake manifold gasket and it cost over $1,000 to fix. i have searched the internet related to this problem and found there are eight ford models manufactured from 1996 through 2001 with this problem. ford refuses to acknowledge this defect to consumers but according to the article inthe attached link, they have extended their warranty on this part to the police department and taxi companies that have purchased the affected cars. please visit the website for more info.http://www.gm-v6lemons.com/mediaattn.htm thank you for any help you can provide peter delvecchia. *jb
04/27/200085001006/01/1999
 The oil pressure gauge shorted out, the air bag wiring harness, front axle seals, brake caliper pads, brake line, power door lock assembly and multi function switch assembly were all replaced. *ts the timing chain, tensioner, idle air control, valve intake gaskets and the seats which ripped were also replaced. * jb
06/22/2001303/19/2001
 While driving in overdrive at 50 mph and going up an incline, vehicle vibrates erratically. problem has not been remedied. *ak o2 sensor failed and was replaced. fuel pressure regulator failed and was replaced. consumer stated that the dealer can not do anything to fix the problem, which seems to be a manufacturer defect.*yh *slc
208/01/1999
 Vehicle experienced failure of the sensor which caused vehicle to run rough, replaced sensor however vehicle experiences problems again. *mjs
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
06/11/200372586105/24/2003
 Rear windshield wiper motor failed. caused loss of visibility through back window. rear power window motor failed. accelerator pedal vibrates on acceleration. (usually while merging on to highways) parking brake indicator light does not always light when parking brake is active. rattle and vibration from catalytic converter cover. *jb
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CRANKCASE (PCV)
01/14/2002108/01/1999
 While driving, throttle/ air bypass valve malfunctions which causes accelerator pedal to stick, and pedal goes nearly to the floor. also pedal has to be pumped before it releases. *ak the dealer said they can fix the problem, but the vehicle still hesitates and there is rough idle, the lower ball joints failed, and were replaced.*yh
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
09/16/2005102/01/2005
 Dt: the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. the contact called about the current nhtsa investigation dp05005 concerning the engine and engine cooling/the spark plug. a spark plug wire burned and it messed up the egr sensor. this occurred on september 16, 2005 while going out of town ,and they noticed the spark plug wire burned out and burned a hose to the vacuum hose as well as other wires. the vacuum hose and the spark plug were replaced . this still did not solve the problem. the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop and mechanic determined that the egr sensor was bad according to the diagnostic test, and that it had to be replaced . also, it showed a vacuum leak and on the upper intake platinum. they found a bunch of cracks in it. the upper intake platinum had to be replaced. *ak
01/08/2001104/15/2000
 Automatic transmission is slipping in any gear. it doesn't shift gears correctly when accelerating. transmission only shifts correctly into 1st gear, and double shifts into 2nd and 3rd gears after letting off gas. transmission shifts sometimes from high to low, causing vehicle to pull. overdrive light intermittently would go on and off. was repaired at dealer. on 1-18-2001. dealer replaced multiple parts in transmission 02-15-2001, transmission locked up and wouldn't move.torque converter and pump with housing were replaced. on 6-29-2001, transmission was still pulling. dealer replaced a stuck evr valve and replaced it. *ak front and rear rotors warped, dealer replaced, abs light illumianted, dealer replaced rear speed sensor, brakes are noisy. passenger window shakes, dealer lubed tracks. motor makes rattling noise when being driven steadily. steering gets stiff and makes a whining noise. air conidtioner was repaired. goodyear tire blewout, this tire was a replacement for firestone recall 00t005. *slc
03/03/19993
 Whenever truck is driven there is a tapping noise coming from the engine. the explorer was taken to the dealership 3 times for this problem. the first time dealer stated that the condition was a normal condtion. second time the exhaust bolts were replaced. the third time the egr valve was replaced. the truck is still being serviced for the condition. windshield wipers come on by themselves due to electrical short in the multi-function switch. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
05/10/200450000104/08/2004
 When the automobile(ford explorer 1999 sohc v6) is in cold weather and you start it it seems to misfire or act like there is an air leak. i have read several post on the internet and people seem to see this problem alot on certain year ford explorers. the have said that it is caused by an air leak around the exhaust manafold that only shows up when the engine is cold because the part is shrunk and does not fit but once the car warms up the part expands and acts as if there is no problems. when starting the car in warm weather you never see this problem. i have not had this fixed on my car since i park in a garage i rarely see this.
12/08/200590000209/01/2004
 Dt: the contact stated vehicle stalled. although the engine died it easily restarted. he took the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer discovered the problem was the intake manifold gasket. there was a special service campaign # 01m112 that concerned the intake manifold gasket and the timing chain. however, due to the vehicle's mileage it was not included in the campaign. no repairs have been made. *ak
01/09/2002103/01/2000
 Check engine light came, but car appeared to run/perform normally. when the light came on, i was low on fuel. had dealer check, reported taht i needed new fuel pump, there were leaks at intake gaskets & cost to repair would be about $1,200. second scan by another auto shop could not get the same computer codes as dealer. check engine light was reset. on 1/24/2002, when fuel tank was very low, check engine came on again. not convinced what the problem is! i am certain that water in the fuel is part of the problem. i am not convinced that a new fuel pump is needed.*ak
08/13/1999
 Was smelling fumes inside vehicle. noticed fuel from exhaust pipe. parked vehicle & checked underneath & saw the leakage. have taken vehicle to dealer. was informed fuel injectors were open. this was causing the leakage problem. *ak

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