1992 Ford Explorer engine problems

Filed Mar 27, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 444,980 miles · AZ · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer. While reversing, the vehicle lost power. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle caught fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 444,980. Updated 5/18/15*cn the repair shop replaced the fuel vapor canister. Also, the vehicle would not go in reverse. Updated 06/02/15

Filed Oct 22, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · AZ · fire

My car caught fire at parking lot when I tried starting it up after my girls and I got back in car after being at mall for about 2 hours flames coming out from bottom and top of engine and front dash. Thank god we got out in time. My cars electrical wires for everything is melted and im unsure how much more is damaged since im not a mechanic.

Filed Jul 27, 2012 · Engine · 102,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer. The contact stated that he attempted to stop the vehicle, but the vehicle continued to accelerate. The contact slammed the gear into park and turned the engine off. Upon restart, the vehicle functioned as normal. The contact stated that he inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was a piece of plastic in the hose that ran from air filter to the air intake. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 102,000. Updated 08/28/12*lj the consumer stated that it is also important to note that the rubber ring under the c-clamp- that the plastic hose is attached to the air-intake with was the reason for the malfunction. The rubber corroded to the point that a piece of it broke off and was sucked into the engine. The entire hose had to be replaced because that part isn't sold separately. Updated 09/05/2012

Filed Jan 31, 2012 · Brakes, Engine · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer. The contact stated that when depressing the brakes at low speeds, she noticed a grinding noise. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they advised her that the front driver and passenger side brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. In addition, when turning the heater on she could smell anti-freeze and also noticed a leak. The independent mechanic advised her that the heater coil as well as the brake lines needed to be replaced due to severe rusting. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The failure and the current mileages were unknown.

Filed Jan 2, 2008 · Engine, Transmission · SC

1992 ford explorer replacement transmission needed. Consumer states that the vehicle needs a new transmission and oil leak fixed. She does not have the money and the repairs will cost around $1500.00.

Filed Apr 11, 2007 · Engine · 103,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle began producing a knocking noise. There were no warning indicators. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle as needing a new timing chain, but the vehicle has not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 103,000.

Filed Jan 18, 2005 · Engine · 103,000 miles · NY

92 ford explorer leaking oil at 92000 miles and blew head gasket at 103000 400.00 to fix notified ford no reply.

Filed Aug 2, 2002 · Engine · MI · 1 injury

No summary listed for above vehicle.

Filed Mar 1, 2002 · Engine · FL

Consumer smelled antifreeze. Temperature gauge fluctuated back and forth. Mechanic replaced radiator and thermostat, but problem still occurred. Dealer contacted. *ak

Filed Jan 23, 2002 · Engine · FL · fire

Consumer was traveling 35mph on side a street and smoke was coming through vents, she pulled over to the shoulder and vehicle was on fire, possibly engine related. *jg