2006 Ford Explorer: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Nov 22, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 131,000 miles · TX

I have now had 2 problems with this dealership, and personally I believe everyone deserves second chances, the first vehicle the seller sold me had major issues with gas tank had a hole in it and exposed wires right next to it so that truck was a ticking time bomb, now I have a 2006 ford explorer with more issues but again the seller makes its seem like a pretty reliable car and lies about the issues, covers up the stories and thank god my buddy is a mechanic and I take everything I buy to him, when I first received the car, (as many people not many people know anything as soon as they hear a weird noise) I took it to him and he rides with me and notices some major issues, I took it for a drive and the back suspension was going out (got that replaced) then the transmission slipping , like not only was lied to but now having to pay 2000$ just to keep the car running, not suitable for me nor anyone, I feel bad for whoever this seller also lies to. And I am fully aware that someone could get their license revoked for stuff like this, if anyone with clear eyes can see this seller screws people over. I texted the guy about returning the vehicle and just to get my money back but yet again no answer.

Filed May 25, 2016 · Engine · 108,000 miles · IL

First problem started with the brain in the transmission area. Hesitating, lunging forward and tachometer jumping when taking off and during driving down the roads/highways. Had diagnostics tests done (march 3, 2016.) replaced brain and it stopped the hesitation, lunging and tachometer jumping=$2700.00. Next problem came along when we started hearing a ticking sound when it was started in the driveway(may 16, 2016.) come to find out the engine was blown which is now going to cost $6700.00. We have always maintained our vehicles with proper care and attention, but how can all these major things go wrong at only 108000 miles???

Filed Mar 8, 2014 · Transmission · 118,000 miles · CA

When I place my 2006 ford explorer in reverse it sometimes hesitates then kicks into reverse with a hard knock and thump. Also when placed in reverse it slips then catches the gear with a hard thump. I don't know why its doing this but its not safe. The transmission also shifts real weird with hesitation all the time. Ford should have made this an issue that they should fix. Many people have bought these ford explorers not knowing this condition because its not a recall issue and therefore they ...like me buy the car with problems that haven't been resolved by ford and have to foot a big transmission bill. I am asking ford to work with us on this. I have been a loyal customer of ford for over 10 years but this is soon to change. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 8, 2011 · Engine · 80,000 miles · MI

The truck make a horrible ticking noise when you start it up. It will do this until the oil gets thru the motor. Ford states that it is the nature of the motor for normal wear and tear. It is embarrassing to say the least, as it sounds like a ticking time bomb that is waiting to go off. After the truck has been running for a few minutes than the noise goes away, seems that if I spent this much money on a vehicle, it wouldn't sound like an old clunker.

Filed Nov 19, 2008 · Engine · 37,119 miles · MD

I bought a 2006 ford explorer used in dec. Of 2006 about a year later I was having problems took it in and needed a new water pump it was covered under warranty. In june of 2008 the gear shift would stick when trying to get out of park also the engine would race and not shift gears it was also making a knocking noise in the engine. Took it in for a routine oil change and to have all problems looked at they said there were no problems and it was a glitch in the computer "its just not resetting itself" they said it was fixed on nov.08 again went in for oil change they said coolant was low and top it off didn't see any leaks in hoses or radiator. And 9 days later my engine blow now I got to pay 5,500. To get it fixed because the warranty is now expired. I was told the coolant was leaking into my oil tank and exhaust which when oil changes were done should have been detected.