Problems with 2006 Ford Explorer ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

My car slowed down to a craw in the highway and had to limp home at very low speed almost caused a crash.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. the contact stated that the radiator was leaking fluid. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 125,000.

The radiator in the 2006 ford explorer leaks, and a recall is mandatory. i bought this vehicle in 2007, used, and i am now faced with replacing the radiator for the 4th time in 7 years. it is a known issue that this radiator is faulty and still there is no resolve. please open an investigation and read all the complaints regarding the radiator for this vehicle. *tr

Vehicle was just at the ford dealership for over a week in march for transmission related issues, new radiator, etc. just four months later, i am having the same issues that many others are writing about; hard shift into reverse, vehicle is jumping/jolting forward from a stop, rpm fluctuation while idling. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. while driving approximately 40 mph, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. the vehicle then rapidly accelerated to approximately 60 mph and began to decelerate independently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised the contact that the transmission would have to be rebuilt or replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 74,000. updated 02/20/13*lj the consumer stated there was an emmission issue and the radiator was leaking. updated 02/20/2013 *js

The radiator leaks on almost all 2006 models from the factory. ford acknowledges the issue was from overtightening, yet does not issue a recall. *tr

I have a 2006 ford explorer xlt and this will be third transmission to go into the vehicle. in addition, i have replaced the radiator three times and an engine block seal. these are very costly fixes for a car that is only a couple of years old. i have reached out to ford customer service and they are not helpful or sympathetic at all and claim that they are not aware of any transmission problems. meanwhile, when you search the web it is an issue across the board. i feel their customer service is horrible and so are their cars. i would never recommend a ford to anyone, not even my worst enemy. i could have bought two cars for the money i am putting into this vehicle. *tr

I have been having some misfiring spark plugs on my truck. we are pricing them out and are finding out that they are very hard to replace and they break off inside the engine! dealers do not recommend replacing them yourself and it costs $300 to have them do it, then $100 for every spark plug that breaks during that process, plus the $19 for each motorcraft brand plug! this could cost us up to $1500 just to replace spark plugs?! this is insanity!!! not only does it build up carbon but it is also a 2 piece plug and it breaks apart! this needs to be recalled! people are spending a fortune just to replace spark plugs! its sick! *tr

Separation of radiator ... between plastic top and bottom tanks with aluminum radiator grill. this is the 2nd replacement with cost $520 radiator, $300 labor estimated by ford. environmental issue and safety issue with engine failure/transmission failure possible. problem can occur anywhere/anytime; i.e., within traffic situation on multilane interstate rush hour. *js

Thermostat/radiator failed causing entire engine failure. there has been several other complaints like this about the explorer. my children and i were in the vehicle when it malfunctioned without any warning a big cloud of smoke and the vehicle shut off in the middle of heavy traffic this could have caused a very serious accident. this issue with the radiator needs to be addressed. *kb

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. the contact stated that the plastic in the radiator cracked and was leaking. the failure caused the vehicle to overheat. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the radiator needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure and the current mileages were 68,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer. the contact stated that the temperature gauge started to increase and the temperature warning lamp illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 36,000.

This 2006 explorer eddie bauer car started making roaring sound when trying to accelerate. tried backing off the accelerator as much as possible. thermostat gauge temperature went to hot and displayed red and a/c started blowing cold air. thermostat then went from hot to cold multiple times. checked coolant levels and they were fine. the engine and car finally shut down completely and the car then overheated. coolant blew out at the hose at the thermostat. towed the car to a nationwide repair shop where they replaced thermostat and pressure tested cooling system but car will no longer idle and engine now has major problems. towed the car to the ford dealership and they are now saying it may have a blown head gasket ($2200 or more) and or engine needs to be replaced ($5600). they are going to check with ford to see if they can provide assistance. this vehicle has 68,000 miles on it (less than 15,000/year) and should not need a new thermostat and engine. there appears to be a major problem with this year/make with ...

Radiator failure. the radiator failed causing the entire engine to overheat. see odi number 10439878. replaced entire engine and radiator in this vehicle which only has 68,000 miles on it. (costing over $6000). please issue a recall. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford explorer eddie bauer edition. the contact was driving approximately 45 mph when the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact then realized that the vehicle had overheated as it proceeded to stall. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised her that the radiator and thermostat failed. the vehicle was repaired but the check engine warning light was illuminated again after two weeks. the vehicles was taken back to the independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the head gasket was blown and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance to the contact. the failure mileage was approximately 84,000.