2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility
Introduction
The 2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility is a purpose-built law enforcement vehicle based on the civilian Ford Explorer. It is available with a 3.7L V6 engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, or a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The standard 3.7L V6 engine produces 300 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, while the optional 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine produces 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. The Police Interceptor Utility is known for its durability, performance, and advanced safety features. However, like any vehicle, it has also experienced some issues.
Engine
3.7L V6
- Intake manifold runner control (IMRC) failure
- Description/Symptoms: The IMRC system fails, causing poor engine performance, decreased fuel economy, and illuminated check engine light.
- Solution: Replace the IMRC system.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Timing chain tensioner failure
- Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner fails, resulting in timing chain rattle, reduced engine power, and possible engine damage.
- Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner and timing chain.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
- Recalls: 19V-607
- Oil leak from camshaft phasers
- Description/Symptoms: A leak develops in one or more camshaft phasers, causing an oil leak and reduced engine power.
- Solution: Replace the leaking camshaft phaser.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200+
- Recalls: None Found
3.0L EcoBoost V6
- Turbocharger failure
- Description/Symptoms: The turbocharger fails, causing a loss of power, increased exhaust smoke, and illuminated check engine light.
- Solution: Replace the turbocharger.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,500 - $4,000+
- Recalls: 20V-402
- Fuel injector failure
- Description/Symptoms: One or more fuel injectors fail, resulting in rough idling, reduced engine power, and increased fuel consumption.
- Solution: Replace the faulty fuel injector.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- High-pressure fuel pump failure
- Description/Symptoms: The high-pressure fuel pump fails, causing a loss of power, rough running, and illuminated check engine light.
- Solution: Replace the high-pressure fuel pump.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000+
- Recalls: 20V-402
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
- Torque converter shudder
- Description/Symptoms: The torque converter experiences shuddering or vibrations when accelerating.
- Solution: Replace the torque converter or transmission.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Shifting problems
- Description/Symptoms: The transmission hesitates or slips when shifting, or fails to engage gears.
- Solution: Internal transmission repairs or replacement.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $4,000+
- Recalls: None Found
10-Speed Automatic
- Delayed or hesitant shifts
- Description/Symptoms: The transmission experiences delayed or hesitant shifts, particularly when upshifting.
- Solution: Software update or transmission recalibration.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
- Recalls: 20E-004
- Harsh shifting
- Description/Symptoms: The transmission shifts harshly, especially when upshifting or downshifting.
- Solution: Software update or transmission recalibration.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $0 - $500
- Recalls: None Found
Suspension
- Front suspension clunking noise
- Description/Symptoms: A clunking noise is heard from the front suspension, particularly when encountering bumps or uneven road surfaces.
- Solution: Replace the strut mounts.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Rear suspension sagging
- Description/Symptoms: The rear suspension sags excessively, affecting handling and stability.
- Solution: Replace the rear springs or shocks.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1,200+
- Recalls: None Found
Electrical
- Battery drain
- Description/Symptoms: The battery drains prematurely, requiring frequent charging or jump-starting.
- Solution: Identify and fix any parasitic drain on the battery.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Electrical system failure
- Description/Symptoms: Various electrical components malfunction, including lighting, gauges, or infotainment system.
- Solution: Diagnose and repair the faulty electrical components or wiring.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies widely depending on the components affected
- Recalls: 20V-366
Exterior
- Headlight condensation
- Description/Symptoms: Condensation builds up inside the headlight assemblies, affecting visibility.
- Solution: Replace the headlight assemblies.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
- Recalls: None Found
- Tailgate handle failure
- Description/Symptoms: The tailgate handle malfunctions, making it difficult or impossible to open the tailgate.
- Solution: Replace the tailgate handle.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
Interior
- Center console lid breakage
- Description/Symptoms: The center console lid breaks or becomes loose, affecting its functionality.
- Solution: Replace the center console lid.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
- Recalls: None Found
- Heated/cooled seat malfunction
- Description/Symptoms: The heated or cooled seats fail to function properly.
- Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical components or replace seat modules.
- Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
- Recalls: None Found
Summary
The 2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility has experienced several issues, ranging in severity and cost. These include engine problems such as intake manifold runner control failure, timing chain tensioner failure, and oil leaks; transmission issues including torque converter shudder and shifting problems; suspension issues like front suspension clunking and rear suspension sagging; electrical issues such as battery drain and electrical system failure; exterior issues such as headlight condensation and tailgate handle failure; and interior issues including center console lid breakage and heated/cooled seat malfunctions. Some of these issues, such as timing chain tensioner failure and turbocharger failure, can be costly to repair. However, the Police Interceptor Utility is generally a reliable and durable vehicle, and many of the issues listed here affect a relatively small number of units.