1994 Ford Explorer fuel system problems

Filed Jul 18, 2014 · Fuel system · 190,000 miles · NC · fire · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 ford explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, an odor of gasoline fumes emitted inside of the vehicle and the engine warning light illuminated. In addition, there was smoke coming from under the hood. The contact experienced bronchial health issues that required medical attention as a result from inhaling the fumes. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the fuel line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 28, 2011 · Acceleration, Fuel system · IN · crash

Investigation of a motor vehicle traffic collision revealed that the accelerator pedal on 1994 ford explorer (unknown miles) may become stuck in the "full open throttle" position. Condition occurs when the accelerator pedal arm wears a slit in the rubber sound/heat insluation on the floor board. After that occurs, when the accelerator is fully depressed, the arm can become stuck in the rubber. Condition was discovered during investigation of a fatal crash. After the condition was discovered, it could be easily and repeatedly replicated. Note: fatality occurred when the driver, for unknown reasons, exited the vehicle while it was still in motion at unknown speed. Driver died upon impact with road. Vehicle continued off road and came to rest, mostly undamaged, in a field well off road surface.

Filed Mar 25, 2004 · Fuel system · MA

While driving, the consumer heard fuel splashing around in the tank, which caused fumes to come through the vents. The consumer took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, who stated the gas tank was getting soaked from the fuel leakage. The fuel tank would need to be replaced.

Filed Feb 1, 2004 · Fuel system · IN

1994 ford explorer xlt 4 wd the plastic fuel tank has developed a severe fuel leak,,,not safe to drive, was a recall done on these ?

Filed Aug 13, 2003 · Fuel system, Transmission · 75,000 miles · MO

Gasoline guage works intermittently or not at all, 4 wheel drive does not work, passenger window in front side does not work.

Filed Jul 31, 2003 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · VA

Gas gauge not fucntioning for most 1994 ford explorers.

Filed Jun 19, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 86,000 miles · CA

Abs light on. Brakes failed during sudden stop. Using excessive coolant. Problems starting.

Filed Jan 8, 2003 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · CT

Accelerator stuck on 1994 ford explorer. Vehicle was stopped safely. Date of incident is 1/8/2003, not 2002

Filed Jul 30, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · AZ · crash · 1 injury

Texas "salvage truck" how did it get "resold" in arizona!. No safety defect listed.

Filed Jun 30, 2002 · Fuel system, Transmission · VA

Consumer states 4 tires and 1 spare which are firestone wilderness at 15 inch tire(s) (dot # unknown) original equipment are highly defective. Consumer replaced them due to safety concerns, however manufacturer will not reimburse or replace tires stating the campaign was over. *tt the fuel pump was replaced 2 times and the air condition was replaced. Updated.