I DD a '13 Explorer sport that has about 100k miles. This has the 3.5EB. I recently got the dreaded cam-crank correlation code. Sure enough the chain was stretched and the phasers were locked up. Dealer cost to repair about $3k. I was under the impression this was a 2010-2011 issue, clearly not.
However, I was fairly satisfied that Ford corporate covered half the cost after I call customer relations, props to Ford there. Anyone else deal with this? I'm wondering if he new parts are updated or should I expect to see this again down the road.
I've also been eyeing a 2016 f-150 with a 5.0. I've read to avoid the newer 5.0 due to oil consumption issues. Thoughts?
However, I was fairly satisfied that Ford corporate covered half the cost after I call customer relations, props to Ford there. Anyone else deal with this? I'm wondering if he new parts are updated or should I expect to see this again down the road.
I've also been eyeing a 2016 f-150 with a 5.0. I've read to avoid the newer 5.0 due to oil consumption issues. Thoughts?