2008 Ford Explorer
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Ford Explorer is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 232 on record.
2008 Ford Explorer at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2008 Ford Explorer recalls 3
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 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION, CAUSING A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND HAVE THE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE ATTACHMENT BOLT TIGHTENED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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.
2008 Ford Explorer common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2008 Ford Explorer safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Ford Explorer 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2008 Ford Explorer MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2008 Ford Explorer worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 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 ($7,129) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,260), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2008 Ford Explorer trims & engines on record
2008 Ford Explorer vehicles on record
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E68UA07815
2008 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU75888UA44202
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73EX8UA42928
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E38UB06631
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E58UA62908
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E08UA43215
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E88UA11224
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E88UA46752
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E38UA83952
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E08UA23661
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E58UB00857
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E68UA06248
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU64E48UA66649
2008 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU75868UA15037
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E68UA38617
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E28UA51105
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74E48UB22160
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63858UA16953
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E58UA63812
2008 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer1FMEU74878UA43995
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU63E08UB18103
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E38UB01303
2008 Ford Explorer XLT1FMEU73E58UA32727
2008 Ford Explorer Limited1FMEU75E48UA51136
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2008 Ford Explorer — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Ford Explorer have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2008 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 2008 Ford Explorer?
Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, electrical system.
What is the 2008 Ford Explorer safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2008 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 2008 Ford Explorer get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Ford Explorer at about 16 mpg combined (13 city / 20 highway).
How much is a 2008 Ford Explorer worth?
Comparable 2008 Ford Explorer listings run roughly $3,900–$10,300, typically around $7,129 (from 230 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.