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2002 Ford Explorer Sport

Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. Body & structure is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come transmission (12%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
160 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Body & structure 18% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
15 to 17 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. Body & structure is the most reported problem area, at 18% of complaints. After that come transmission (12%) and wipers, windshield & visibility (11%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

Recalls

The 2002 Ford Explorer Sport is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. Combined fuel economy ranges from 15 to 17 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 15 city / 20 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Explorer Sport