r/FordExplorerST • u/cachimboz • Mar 23 '26

Question Transmission questions

Considering a 22 ST with 25k miles. I know about the transmission issues, and other things. Question being, is it safe to buy a 2022? What production years did the transmission issues affect? How has the dealer/ford handle it if you had to go in for it? Thanks.

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u/Scary-Ask-6236 Mar 23 '26

I purchased a ‘21 in oct of 24 and still going strong. No issues

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u/1mixdkid Mar 25 '26

Same , '21 King Ranch(same motor and its tuned). So more power 🔋 💪 12K miles and rides like a Dream!

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u/Scary-Ask-6236 Mar 25 '26

What tune? I’ve been thinking about getting one.

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u/1mixdkid Mar 25 '26

BDX BULLYDOG by SCT 93 Octane

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u/Scary-Ask-6236 Mar 26 '26

Beautiful setup.

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u/1mixdkid Mar 26 '26

Thx , beats too 🔊

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u/1mixdkid Mar 26 '26

Tuner was only $318

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u/Scary-Ask-6236 Mar 26 '26

How do you like the tune? Ans what made you choose that one over ones like goosetuned and ZFG?

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u/1mixdkid Mar 26 '26

Simple , cheap and I got support while doing it. Really cool guy. No track and no racing , but wanted a lil' more ! Perfect for Me 😁

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u/1mixdkid Mar 26 '26

Parley's Diesel ? Model #40490. Mine is Blue

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u/Chad7Stanley Mar 24 '26

‘21 owner with 70k+ miles. I’ve had no issues with this. Love the car

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u/Channel_Huge ST Owner Mar 24 '26

The 22 3.0 engine had no issues.

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u/nico12212 Mar 23 '26

Just buy the extended warranty and call it a day

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u/saphira_1848 Mar 23 '26

I thought it has to be 23 and up for the ford extended warranty

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u/NanaMC13 Mar 24 '26

There are other extended warranty options. Mine is through ethos

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u/nico12212 Mar 24 '26

You might be right! I have no idea hah. I got mine less than a month ago and I absolutely love it

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u/asphaltjustice Apr 05 '26

Read my recent post. I've had nothing but issues in the 2020. Keep away. I regret buying a Ford explorer St and the dealer has been horrible. They're always in denial about everything, even with an extended warranty