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2002 Ford Explorer repairs by problem area
Engine (24%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (26%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (22%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (1%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 211 repairs.
2002 Ford Explorer body repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (30%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Ford Explorer
Engine not specified
| 115000 mi US $100 |
After a heavy rain, My roof will leak in several spots on the inside. |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
239-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 115000 mi US $20 |
Re-adhere rear view mirror |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| 4000 mi US $28500 |
Moonroof trim partially came off |
| 2860 mi | Drivers seatbelt didn't roll back in holster properly |
| 22000 mi | Back molding on door broke when closing in the cold, was told it's very common for the 02 model |
| 89000 mi US $350 |
Rear panel on back tail gate broke for the 4th time since we purchased this vehicle new. I ordered the part and replaced it myself. I am sure It will break again. These things have more problems than I care to mention. |
2002 Ford Explorer 4dr SUV
210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 5000 mi | defective tailgate panel replaced under warranty. |
| 173000 mi US $250 |
Explorer developed an accelerated rust-out rate. Last year there were no bodywork holes discovered during safety inspection. Now there is so much rust, car will not pass inspection. |
| 151000 mi US $500 |
rear hatch window exploded from going over train tracks |
| 156000 mi | rusted floorboards to the point vehicle would not pass state inspection and liquids or gasses could enter pasenger compartment |
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