1990 FORD ExplorerFord Explorer 1990

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 1990 FORD Explorer, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
FORD1F1 4F4 4M2 4N2 5L1 5LM 2FM 1F1 3FM 4F2 4F4 4M2 4N2 5L1 5LM 3FM
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Where is the 1990 FORD Explorer produced?
     - The 1990 FORD Explorer is produced in Dearborn Michigan, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1990 FORD Explorer?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 1990 FORD Explorer, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 1992077 [Canada]: Lights and instruments

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 13118 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt
  • 01197 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock. *tt
  • 6896 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock. *tt
  • BC5225961001 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Vehicles may experience a vibration during wide open throttle acceleration or while cruising at highway speeds. Revised front driveshaft. *tt
  • 95153 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY: Temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *sd
  • BC1350950906 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: High altitude transmission available. *tw
For a more detailed bulletin page, see the Complaints page
Known Recall Investigations

  • Front seat track failure investigation # PE92084

    There is no summary currently available

  • Whl separation/torque loss investigation # PE92029

    There is no summary currently available

Recall investigations are also available on the Complaints page
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20031126

While coming to a stop at 20 mph vehicle stalled/ lost power. Consumer pulled over and managed to gain control of the vehicle. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone20020707

Fuel gauge no longer works,. Consumer cannot tell the amount of fuel left in tank.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20020630

While driving 58 mph opened sun roof, it disconnected and fell off.*ak

CrashNoN NoneNone20001115

Pulling into driveway & applied brakes, pedal locked in one spot. Vehicle was free rolling & hit a garage door. Towed vehicle to dealer & mechanic ran a diagnostic test for brakes & found nothing. Problem happened again since having engine work done. Problem was intermittent. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone20000715

Firestone radial atx tires P23575r15 original equipment on a 90 explorer. While driving 70mph the driver heard a loud noise and noticed that rear driver's side tread had separated ,through rear view mirror, causing damage to vehicle. *ak dot#w2hl 1pm. *slc

NoNoN NoneNone19981030

No summary listed for this vehicle. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone19980910

Connecting pipes on the gas tank are formed from seamed steal pipe, and the seam is sealed due to bad manufacturing. The seam bends over and eventually rusts away, and allows gas to leak to ground. Dealer contacted and cannot duplicate the problem. *ak

NoFireN NoneNone19971225

Engine fire.

NoNoN NoneNone19950207

Transmission has failed, transmission is not large enough to pull the vehicle weight. Tt

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P2357 [1] Cylinder 10 – pressure too low
For a complete list of all consumer complaints and OBD II codes, see the Complaints page

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