CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 144 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 3 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (34 reports).
2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac recalls
Most common 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac problems
Problem areas named in the 144 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 34 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 23 |
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 |
| Structure | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 9 |
| Fuel System, Other | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the following day it was discovered that the cruise control switch located on the steering wheel had overheated and melted. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V399000 (Vehicle Speed Control). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 120,000.
I WAS DRIVING ON I-65 SOUTH BOUND ON I-65 IN GOODLETTESVILLE, TENNESSEE WHEN MY LEFT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE HAD PLENTY OF TREAD LEFT AND APPARENTLY THE STEEL BELTS CAME APART AND BLUE OUTWARD.
IN THE MORNING OR WHENEVER DAMP MY FRONT BRAKES LOCK UP WHEN DRIVING, THEN STOPPING..
RE: 2002 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. IT APPEARS THAT THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, HAS FRACTURED AND THE SEAT BACK IS PERMANENTLY IN THE RECLINED POSITION. THIS MAKES DRIVING VERY CUMBERSOME SINCE I HAVE NO BACK SEAT SUPPORT WHILE I AM DRIVING. I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THIS HAPPENED. LUCKILY, AN ACCIDENT WAS AVOIDED. I JUST DISCOVERED THAT A RECALL EXISTS FOR THIS PROBLEM SO I CONTACTED FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 AND ENTERED THE RECALL ID 03S04 AND THE RESPONSE WAS THAT THE RECALL ID DID NOT EXIST. CAN I STILL GET MY SEAT FIXED VIA THIS RECALL? NOTE THAT THE DATE SUBMITTED FOR THE INCIDENT IS AN APPROXI
OD LIGHT FLASHING, REBUILDS TRANSMISION AND NOTHING CHANGE, I SEE A LOT OF COMPLAINS ABOUT THIS PROBLEMS ON EXPLORERS, RANGERS AND MUSTANGS
2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac questions
Does the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: Vehicle Speed Control; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Based on 144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (34), Engine And Engine Cooling (23), Electrical System (22).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.