NHTSA Complaint #11681476 — 2020 FORD EXPLORER POWER TRAIN

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11681476
Vehicle	2020 FORD EXPLORER
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	August 5, 2025
Date Filed	August 18, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

The exhaust leaks constantly and ford can’t seem to fix it. Been multiple times in the shop and all they say is it’s suppose to leak soot and make a fluttery sound. Three documented cases of it at the shop for exhaust leak and I’ve finely gave up because multiple dealerships refuse to acknowledge the issue and state it’s weep holes but weep holes are at connection joints. The smell of exhaust from start up or in tight confined spaces allows the exhaust to creep back into the car if windows are rolled down. Also the sound is embarrassing

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