2001 Ford Explorer Sport seats problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the seats on the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford explorer sport. The contact stated that upon sitting in the front driver's seat, the seat unexpectedly reclined. The contact also stated that the bottom portion of the seat cushion dropped downward. Numerous authorized dealers were notified and the contact was…”
filed Mar 2, 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford explorer sport. The contact stated that the front driver's seat would unexpectedly shift while the vehicle was in motion, increasing the risk of a crash. The dealer had not been notified of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not…”
filed Feb 7, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE…Campaign 06V114000 · Apr 10, 2006
- ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE…Campaign 03V281000 · Aug 5, 2003
Seats problems in other Explorer Sport years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Explorer Sport | 8 | 6% |
| 2000 Explorer Sport | 9 | 13% |
| 1999 Explorer Sport | 14 | 15% |
| 1998 Explorer Sport | 14 | 12% |
| 1997 Explorer Sport | 4 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport
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.