If you were hoping to use the 2011 Explorer to put your boat in the water next summer, we’re about to drop anchor on your plans. Ford ’s all-new version of their most iconic SUV won’t be ready until the leaves turn orange.
Code-named U502, Ford ’s first unibody Explorer was set to start down the production line in July 2010 at Ford’s Torrance Ave. plant in Chicago. Supplier sources now say the start of production has been delayed until at least September. While at least one rumor of a longer delay has come across our desk, for now, the solid information points to September.
So far no reason has surfaced for the delay. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
Update: Ford has issued an official response to this story. Click here.
