2006 Ford Explorer
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Ford Explorer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 416 on record.
2006 Ford Explorer at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2006 Ford Explorer recalls 4
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
Fix: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT INVENTORY AND AT A SPECIFIED RATE FOR REPLACING THEIR CUSTOME…
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Fix: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2006 Ford Explorer common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 635 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2006 Ford Explorer safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Ford Explorer 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2006 Ford Explorer MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2006 Ford Explorer worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2006 Ford Explorer costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,051) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,312), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2006 Ford Explorer trims & engines on record
2006 Ford Explorer vehicles on record
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E26UB69654
2006 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU65E46UA82054
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU64E56UA50005
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU64836UA46383
2006 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU65E26UB44051
2006 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU65E36UB52076
2006 Ford Explorer XLS1FMEU62E26UA16316
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74EX6UA01677
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E66ZA15106
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74826UB65595
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E16UB23601
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E76UB34706
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E66UB17721
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63EX6ZA16548
2006 Ford Explorer XLS1FMEU72E06UA65326
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E56UB52667
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU64826UB46085
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73EX6ZA09461
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74806UB66258
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E56UA98685
2006 Ford Explorer XLS1FMEU72E96UA47925
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E46UA56167
2006 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU75806UA52128
2006 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E56UB65527
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2006 Ford Explorer — frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Ford Explorer have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Ford Explorer. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford Explorer?
Based on 635 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, lane departure.
What is the 2006 Ford Explorer safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2006 Ford Explorer crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Ford Explorer get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Ford Explorer at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 19 highway).
How much is a 2006 Ford Explorer worth?
Comparable 2006 Ford Explorer listings run roughly $2,800–$7,800, typically around $5,051 (from 412 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.