2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac structure problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The body mount insulators deteriorated and the body could come loose from the chassis. Ford wants over 3000 dollars for this repair which is an obvious material flaw. *tr”
filed Aug 7, 2014
“Body/chassis mounts are deteriorating and crumbling. Body is now loose on the frame and has slight movement. These mounts are not rubber like most; they are some sort of urethane composite. Internet research and truck owner sites confirm this to be a common problem. Ford does not see this as a…”
filed Nov 30, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Explorer Sport Trac years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Explorer Sport Trac | 3 | 10% |
| 2007 Explorer Sport Trac | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 Explorer Sport Trac | 11 | 17% |
| 2004 Explorer Sport Trac | 9 | 10% |
| 2003 Explorer Sport Trac | 10 | 13% |
| 2001 Explorer Sport Trac | 27 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.