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#708 of 715 most distance on a tank of fuel so far... by explorerx4

Oct 30, 2012 (3:37 pm)

2011 Explorer AWD XLT carrying 4 people and luggage, 444 miles.
Not the highest average mpg per fill up, but still got 24.4.

#709 of 715 2011 Ford Explorer Front End Problems? by barefootinal

Dec 30, 2012 (9:21 am)

Does anyone have any knowledge in regards to a problem with the front end on the Ford Explorer? My 2011 Explorer Limited has a popping/bumping noise in the front passenger side. I have been told, by a Ford dealer, there is a problem and Ford doesn't know how to fix, however, I've been trying to research this issue and not finding any information. I've owned my 2011 Explorer for two years and love it. I've had two repair recalls, one a Sync upgrade and one on the Cooling system fans, otherwise it's been standard maintenance until this problem. I'm thinking about upgrading to a 2013 Ford Explorer but want to know if this issue has been resolved in the later models. Any suggestions on where to get answers to my questions?

#710 of 715 Re: 2011 Ford Explorer Front End Problems? [barefootinal] by nvbanker

Dec 30, 2012 (2:20 pm)

Replying to: barefootinal (Dec 30, 2012 9:21 am)
I/ve had a 12 for 15 months now, no such problem, I don't think anybody with a 12 has had that issue, so I believe it's indemic to the 11's only.

#711 of 715 Re: 2011 Ford Explorer Front End Problems? [barefootinal] by explorerx4

Jan 06, 2013 (5:42 pm)

Replying to: barefootinal (Dec 30, 2012 9:21 am)
How many miles are on your Explorer?
I also have a 2011, but don't think i have that noise.
Just went over 23k.
I saw your post, so I've been listening for something similar.

#712 of 715 Re: 2011 Ford Explorer Front End Problems? [barefootinal] by esw2005

Jan 23, 2013 (9:49 pm)

Replying to: barefootinal (Dec 30, 2012 9:21 am)
I have a 2013 Ford Explorer XLT. Today I noticed a popping noise when accelerating from a stop going forward and in reverser however is sounds like the trans mission.

#713 of 715 Re: 2011 Ford Explorer Front End Problems? [explorerx4] by barefootinal

Feb 04, 2013 (6:34 am)

Replying to: explorerx4 (Jan 06, 2013 5:42 pm)
Currently I have 37,000 miles on my Explorer but the noise started before I had 30,000 miles. This problem still has not be resolved.

#714 of 715 Re: Back to the 2011 Explorer [nvbanker] by tdbmd

Mar 04, 2013 (8:13 am)

Replying to: nvbanker (Nov 30, 2011 9:22 am)
We have a 2011 XLT with about 24k miles on it now, bought it new. Great highway ride/drive and I continue to be impressed with the mileage. About 18.5 in town and 23-24 mpg on the highway at interstate speeds. Just did a 75 mile trip this weekend on 2 lane highways and averaged 25.4 mpg.
 
I have also been impressed with how well the snow setting on the AWD system works in our snowfalls here this winter. I didn't think the Michelin tires would be up to it.

#715 of 715 Re: Back to the 2011 Explorer [tdbmd] by explorerx4

Mar 04, 2013 (6:44 pm)

Replying to: tdbmd (Mar 04, 2013 8:13 am)
Although I just traded my 2011 Explorer, I was very impressed with the comfort and mileage.
In the worst snow storm I have ever driven in, couldn't see anything for about 45 minutes, it never slipped up once.
It was in normal AWD the whole time because I forgot it had the terrain settings.

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