Some issues about my 2024 Ford Explorer ST Line: after 9 month

[leodai]

1. 360 cameras: this is a well known problem although we got some refund (~$300) when we purchased the car. It is way more expensive and complex to have this feature if we want to install a after-market product.
2. Rear dash cam washer: I think this feature was there for older models, but this 2024 model does not have it. We have to manually clean the rear dash cam everytime if it is not clear, which is very inconvenient.
3. Gas cost: after 9 months, it is about 11.5 L/100 KM in Ontario Canada driving condition. I think it is very high compared to other similar size SUVs.

 

[2020FordRaptor]

1. 360 cameras: this is a well known problem although we got some refund (~$300) when we purchased the car. It is way more expensive and complex to have this feature if we want to install a after-market product.
2. Rear dash cam washer: I think this feature was there for older models, but this 2024 model does not have it. We have to manually clean the rear dash cam everytime if it is not clear, which is very inconvenient.
3. Gas cost: after 9 months, it is about 11.5 L/100 KM in Ontario Canada driving condition. I think it is very high compared to other similar size SUVs.

Those aren’t issues those would be complaints. They deleted 360 degree camera due to chip shortage same with the rear camera washer.

 

[hbalek]

As much as I hate the problems I had with my 2020 all under warranty btw, I would never have wanted a newer model year without all the bells and whistles that should be on a $60+ vehicle. Mine has everything and I wouldn't have it any other way! Love my massaging seats, cooled/heated, wiper defrosters, front and rear camera washers, ambient lighting, self-parking, etc. The chip shortages along with Ford's tendency to de-content all their vehicles after the first model year make me never want to buy anything but the first year. Lincoln on the other hand was the opposite. My 2013 MKZ was the first year, but they added premium features later like power folding mirrors, massaging seats, Black Label, Revel audio, projector signature Lincoln star puddle lamps, etc. I always wished I had those things on my older MKZ.

 

[Jeppo]

I completely agree with hating the de-contenting. The dealer called to ask whether I’d trade my 21 for a 25 (of course he’d want some bucks). I said NO.

Charge me $20 more and put a light in the glove box!

 

[leodai]

Does anyone have any recommendations for dealing with the problem of cleaning the rear dash camera?

 

[bmidd]

Should have bought an ST.

 

[Dale5403]

Should have bought an ST.

Only if is a 2020 or maybe 2021 as it has been deleted on newer ones.

 

[2020FordRaptor]

Does anyone have any recommendations for dealing with the problem of cleaning the rear dash camera?

Clean it? Lol. In all seriousness, no, no one has retrofitted a cleaner and it would be far more expensive then it’s worth.

 

[2020FordRaptor]

Should have bought an ST.

All trims were decontented as years went on due to chip shortages. All trims were effected.

 

[KCM]

Came across this thread a while back where someone added it to their 2023 ST. Don't know if it applies to the ST Line too. Hope it helps.

Install Rear Camera Washer | Explorer ST Forum

 

[2020FordRaptor]

Came across this thread a while back where someone added it to their 2023 ST. Don't know if it applies to the ST Line too. Hope it helps.

Install Rear Camera Washer | Explorer ST Forum

I didn't realize someone had retrofitted a rear washer to their car, seems easier then I would have expected. It should apply across all trims.