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CarScope Report
2017 Ford Explorer
C+
SCORE
Transmission Shudder
Widespread 6F35 shudder at 30–45mph. TSB 18-2128 issued by Ford.
Est. $1,800 – $3,200
CO Exhaust Recall
Carbon monoxide entering cabin via HVAC. Verify recall completed.
Active recall — free fix
Sunroof Drain Clogs
Water intrusion after 60K miles. Common but preventable.
Est. $80 – $150
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Three steps to the full picture.

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1
Enter the car
Type in the year, make, and model. That's it. We handle everything else behind the scenes instantly.
2
We dig through everything
We pull NHTSA complaints, recall databases, owner reports, and mechanic bulletins — then translate it into plain English you can actually use.
3
Buy with confidence
Get a reliability grade, issue severity ratings, estimated repair costs, best model years to consider, and the exact questions to ask the seller.
What We Flag

The problems dealers
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We scan every known issue category so nothing slips through before you sign.

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Transmission
Slipping, shuddering, and premature failure patterns sorted by mileage range and model year.
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Engine
Oil consumption, timing chain failures, and known defects cross-referenced by VIN range.
Electrical
Infotainment crashes, sensor failures, and parasitic battery drain patterns by build date.
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Safety Recalls
Full recall history with verification status and exactly what to look for at the dealership.
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HVAC
AC compressor failures, heater core leaks, and blower motor issues by mileage threshold.
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Suspension
Premature wear patterns, known clunking, and alignment drift that signals bigger problems ahead.
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