1992 Ford Explorer transmission 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 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 Feb 5, 2007 · Transmission · 00

Tl* - the contact purchased a 1992 ford explorer in 1999 and had transmission problems on 2002, 2003, 2006. The transmission was replaced twice, but the vehicleinoperable. There were no recalls on this vehicle regarding transmission failures. Www.carcomplaints.com had a defect investigation number: ea93004 under lemon laws regarding this vehicle. The contact wanted to file a complaint with ford regarding this problem.

Filed May 24, 2004 · Transmission · WI

While starting up the vehicle it failed to turn on. Consumer tried numerous times but it failed to turn on. Mechanic inspected the vehicle, and determined that transmission needed to be replaced, and he replaced it twice. However, the problem recurred.

Filed Sep 25, 2003 · Transmission · 153,000 miles · GA

Trasmission oil burnt causing trasmission failure and was rebuilt. 20,000 miles later trasmission failed again (burnt fluid) due to catalytic converter being too close to aluminum transmission pan. There needs to be a heat shield to protect it from burning.

Filed Jan 4, 2002 · Engine, Transmission · ID · fire

Vehicle was picked up from a dealership and driven for approximately 20 minutes to have emission system checked. When hood was raised for this examination an engine compartment fire started. An examination of vehicle determined that fire originated close to bottom of engine where it met the automatic transmission assembly. Possible cause was automatic tranmission overheating and causing a group of wires and grease to ignite. Please provide any additional information / documentation. Note: prior to the fire, the dealership was examining the for the following problems: anti-lock brake system, a hub & wheel noise, and a leaking exhaust manifold located close to the rear differential unit.

Filed Nov 9, 2001 · Transmission · CA

I am very unsatisfied with this vehicle, please help. No safety defect.

Filed Jun 11, 2001 · Transmission · NY · crash · 1 injury

Consumers child got hold of key and turned it half way to the on position, put vehicle in gear rolled down the hill and hit a tree. Child was taken to hospital for trauma. Consumer was not aware that vehicle didn't have a safety device. Consumer was currently checking things with the manufacturer. Please add the VIN# to complaint form.

Filed May 22, 2001 · Transmission · WA

When clutch pedal was depressed clutch didn't engage. Dealership will be made aware of problem.

Filed Feb 8, 2001 · Transmission · WI

Transmission stopped operating while driving at highway speed of 75 MPH. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was out of its warranty. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.