2008 Ford Explorer Repair & Maintenance Costs

A guide to repairs, service, and maintenance costs for your 2008 Ford Explorer

Most Common 2008 Ford Explorer Problems

2008 Ford Explorer vehicles have 14 reported problems.The most commonly reported 2008 Ford Explorer problem is: Heater Stuck on Hottest Setting Due to Broken Heater Blend Door

Heater Stuck on Hottest Setting Due to Broken H...

A failed heater blend door or actuator can cause the temperature control for the hvac system to stop working. a...

Worn Timing Chain Cassettes May Cause Rattling ...

A rattling noise from the engine may indicate that the timing chain cassette is worn. our technicians tell us that...

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Ford Explorer Repairs and Prices

The average repair cost for a 2008 Ford Explorer is between $596 and $729.

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Oil Pressure Sensor Replacement

$157 - $207

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Stabilizer Bar Link Kit Replacement

$124 - $163

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Tire Pressure Monitor Lamp Diagnosis

$122 - $179

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Window Regulator Motor Replacement

$321 - $418

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Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement

$221 - $282

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Fuel Injector Replacement

$429 - $594

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Steering Knuckle Replacement

$534 - $636

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Exhaust Manifold Gasket Replacement

$309 - $442

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Turbocharger Assembly Replacement

$1,939 - $2,150

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Air Bag Occupant Sensor Replacement

$350 - $378

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Ford Explorer Reliability Rating

Above Average

The Ford Explorer Reliability Rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 19th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $732 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Explorer.

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2008 Ford Explorer Reviews

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Most Common 2008 Ford Explorer Questions

There are 80 related questions for 2008 Ford Explorer vehicles. RepairPal's professional community answers hundreds of questions each day. Below are the most commonly asked 2008 Ford Explorer questions.

Engine cutting out

If i drive the car for approx 15 minutes it suddenly cuts out and i have to stop and put it in park , switch off the...

Is there a fuse for fan clutch?

Fan sounds like an airplane taking off when accelerating.

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