Collision centre for a 1996 Ford Explorer
Collision centre for the 1996 Ford Explorer: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 13.1 to 16.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Special Purpose Vehicles

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 1996 Ford Explorer for collision centre
- Body: special purpose vehicles (EPA size class).
1996 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 4.0 L | 5.0 L | 5.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,700 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,062 | $4,558 | $4,558 | $4,868 | $5,208 | $5,208 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1996 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 1,450 complaints with NHTSA, most often about tires (650), vehicle speed control (155) and service brakes (142). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09V399000 | 2009-10-13 | vehicle speed control | FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS... |
| 00V402000 | 2000-11-28 | suspension | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A FRONT SWAY BAR LINK CAN FRACTURE. |
| 97V137000 | 1997-08-19 | structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device/strut | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LIFTGATE ASSIST GAS CYLINDER BRACKET ON THE RIGHT HAND BODYSIDE OUTER PANEL WAS INCORRECTLY WELDED. |
| 97V074000 | 1997-04-30 | vehicle speed control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALASKA, IDAHO, IOWA, MAINE, MICHIGAN (UPPER PENINSULA ONLY), MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING.... |
| 96V161000 | 1996-08-29 | equipment:other:labels | THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATIONS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS." |
| 96V070000 | 1996-04-22 | latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | WHEN IN THE SECONDARY LATCHED POSITION, THE DRIVER DOOR LATCHES MAY OPEN WHEN SUBJECTED TO TRANSVERSE LOADS LESS THAN THAT SPECIFIED IN FMVSS NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS." |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Booking the work for the Explorer
This page covers collision repair for the 1996 Ford Explorer, and a rental while the car is with us. Repairs can go through an insurance claim or be paid directly; tell us which in your request. Collision repair covers panels, bumpers, paint and, when needed, frame and structural work.
What your car means for the work
Tell us the year and the trim; the details change from one to the next. If something on the car is already damaged, show us in the photos. There are 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file for it; a dealer can check by the VIN.
Booking a time
Send the year, the trim and what you want done; photos make the price more accurate. We reply within one business day with a time and a price. You can add a rental to the same request.
Driving while yours is in
A rental by the day keeps you moving while your car is in. A rental by the day covers the time your car is in. The car can come to your door in the Toronto area, or you pick it up at no charge.
A few things first
Leave a phone number where we can reach you during the day. If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive. Arrive at the time we confirm, so the work can start on schedule.
After the work
A quick wipe of bird droppings and sap stops them from marking the paint. Park out of direct sun when you can to protect paint and interior.
What goes into a quote
Options such as sensors, trim pieces or special paint can add time. The same job can take more time on a car with more trim or detail. We price the job before we start, never after.
How long it takes
Weather and curing times can change the schedule for some work. Collect the car when it is ready, or ask us to arrange the handover.
Send a request
Tell us about the car and the work, and we take it from there.
Request collision centre
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Collision centre: the 1996 Ford Explorer
Can I rent a car while my 1996 Ford Explorer is in for collision centre?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book collision centre for my 1996 Ford Explorer?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.