Ford Explorer Sport recalls and problems
5 recalls and 480 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
480
Crashes reported
41
Fires reported
29
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Ford Explorer Sport by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Explorer Sport | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Explorer Sport | 0 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 Explorer Sport | 0 | 65 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 Explorer Sport | 3 | 133 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 1 |
| 2001 Explorer Sport | 5 | 188 | 18 | 11 | 20 | 4 |
| 2000 Explorer Sport | 1 | 71 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 0 |
Most reported Ford Explorer Sport problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 104 | |
| Power Train | 83 | |
| Suspension | 60 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 43 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | |
| Seats | 34 | |
| Electrical System | 33 | |
| Visibility | 29 | |
| Tires | 25 | |
| Air Bags | 23 |
All Ford Explorer Sport recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07V-336 | Aug 3, 2007 | 2001–2002 | Vehicle Speed Control | On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn. |
| 06V-114 | Apr 10, 2006 | 2001–2002 | Seats | On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. |
| 03V-281 | Aug 5, 2003 | 2001–2002 | Seats | On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. |
| 03V-280 | Aug 5, 2003 | 2001 | Vehicle Speed Control | On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0l sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end, the speed control cable may bind when the speed control is… |
| 00V-394 | Nov 28, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Structure | Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles with steel hoods and certain pickup trucks equipped with sheet molding compound hoods. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Ford Explorer Sport?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport has the most reports (188). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Ford Explorer Sport have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering Ford Explorer Sport model years 2000–2002.
What are the most common Ford Explorer Sport problems?
Owners report structure, power train, suspension problems most often.