2000 Ford Explorer vs 2002 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Ford Explorer | 2002 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 952 | 3,294 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 266 | 258 |
| Investigations | 4 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 101 | 144 |
| Fire reports | 64 | 57 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,939 mi | 79,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 133 | 1,502 |
| Structure | 29 | 486 |
| Suspension | 62 | 421 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 113 | 152 |
| Tires | 217 | 38 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 90 | 163 |
| Electrical System | 78 | 148 |
| Air Bags | 62 | 162 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 52 | 138 |
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 98 |
| Airbag warning light | 24 | 66 |
| Rust / corrosion | 19 | 47 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 74 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 61 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 77 |
| Shifting problems | 11 | 111 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.