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2009 Ford Explorer Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2009 Ford Explorer has 3 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2009 Ford Explorer

Other
5Speed Control
5Powertrain
3Engine
3Visibility
3Seats
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
May 14, 2020POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINESUV SEEMS TO BE IDLED DURING START UP OR EVEN WHEN DRIVING. SOUNDS AIRY LIKE ITS TRYING TO ACCELERAT...
Jun 2, 2012POWER TRAINWHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR LURCHES AND LIGHTS COME ON SIGNALING POWERTRAIN ISSUE. *TR
Jan 10, 2009POWER TRAIN2009 FORD EXPLORER LURCHES WHEN COMING TO A STOP. *TR

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