2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 24 complaints for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 13% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 24 13% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 18,000 miles 18 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 10 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 4 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 1 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 0 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 18 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 18,000 miles, and 83% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Body mounts on left front of vehicle keep coming loose. Vehicle taken to dealer numerous times, dealer will tighten the body mounts. Ford is buying vehicle back.
While driving at any speed vehicle intermittently stalled. Consumer made contact with the dealership. The cause of failure was not identified at this time. However, floor manager suggested that for another $125.00 consumer could have a nice and decent new car".
Other problems reported for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
- Electrical system 22 complaints
- Brakes 21 complaints
- Cruise control 19 complaints
- Transmission 19 complaints
- Fuel system 17 complaints
- Body & structure 16 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 15 complaints