Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford explorer. the contact stated that the engine stalled numerous times without warning while driving various speeds. the vehicle was taken to town and country ford (5041 ford parkway, bessemer, alabama 35022, (205)491-0000) where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed. the dealer replaced the throttle body, but the vehicle continued to stall while driving various speeds. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 62,684. *tt consumer stated car would stop without any warning. *jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford explorer. while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and the wrench warning indicator illuminated. the contact had to coast to the shoulder with no power brake or steering ability. the contact waited for approximately two minutes and started the vehicle normally, but the warning indicator was still illuminated. the dealer diagnosed that the throttle body failed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 31,000. ...updated 02/22/17 *bf *tr
When first starting the vehicle, there is a loud ticking noise. after researching it online, it appeared to be a very common problem with some of the exhaust manifold bolts snapping off causing a leak of exhaust gases. we took the car to a shop and the problem was confirmed. the repairs will be over $1,000, and this same issue has been reported in online forums quite frequently. *tr