Example carMechanic for a 2018 Ford Explorer
Mechanic for the 2018 Ford Explorer: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 10.8 to 12.9 L/100 km
- Body
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2018 Ford Explorer for mechanic
- Body: standard sport utility vehicle (EPA size class).
2018 Ford Explorer: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 22 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,050 | US$3,200 | US$3,350 | US$3,625 | US$3,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,348 | $3,534 | $3,752 | $3,968 | $4,000 |
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 2018 Ford Explorer
- NHTSA lists 7 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 737 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (291), unknown or other (169) and engine (96). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V448000 | 2026-07-14 | structure:body | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The roof rail covers may come loose and detach from the vehicle. |
| 26V101000 | 2026-02-20 | suspension:rear | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Explorer vehicles. The rear suspension toe links may fracture. |
| 25V685000 | 2025-10-10 | equipment:electrical:engine block heater | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit... |
| 24V031000 | 2024-01-19 | structure:body:roof and pillars | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles. The A-pillar trim retention clips may not be properly engaged, allowing the trim to detach. |
| 21V316000 | 2021-05-05 | structure:body | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles. The retention pins could loosen and allow the roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle. |
| 19V633000 | 2019-08-28 | seats:mid/rear assembly | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are... |
| 18V807000 | 2018-11-14 | fuel system, gasoline | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L or 3.5L GTDI engine. Due to an assembly error, the fuel pressure sensor may leak fuel. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Mechanic for the 2018 Ford Explorer
Need mechanical repairs or maintenance for the 2018 Ford Explorer? We arrange it with a trusted shop; the work is never done by CarmaCars. Tell us what the car is doing, and we find a shop suited to the job.
About your Explorer
A photo of the dashboard warning light helps the shop prepare. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. Say whether the car is drivable; it changes how it gets to the shop. The engine is the 2.3L 4-cylinder turbo, with front-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic.
What we arrange
The repair is between you and the shop; the rental is with us. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in. Send a request with the car and what it needs; a person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one.
Driving while yours is at the shop
We can have a rental ready the day your car goes in. We collect the rental when your car is back. We deliver around Toronto; pickup at our location is free.
Questions to ask the shop
Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. If you want to see the old parts, ask for them back. Ask what warranty the shop gives on its parts and labour.
Between shop visits
Top up the washer fluid with a winter mix in the cold months. Check that all lights work every few weeks. Follow the maintenance schedule in your owner's manual, by time or distance.
Ready to ask?
Ask us, and we tell you whether we can arrange it.
Request mechanic
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
Rent a car while yours is in in Toronto
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