2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2005

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2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (29%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (14%)

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2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Engine not specified

Ford Explorer Sport Trac in Kansas, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

125000 mi

US $350
Thermostat housing 

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2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

205-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

Ford Explorer Sport Trac in Kansas, United States
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Sep 2021

190000 mi

US $450
Had a new fuel pump installed.. 
Jul 2022

199900 mi

US $75
Installed a new blower motor because original one quit. Also installed a new motor resistor while I had the blower motor was removed because the resistor is located below the blower motor and didn’t want to chance having to tear it down again just to replace the resistor… 

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2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

205-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Explorer Sport Trac in Vermont, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2016

98996 mi

US $2508
automatic transmission rebuilt plus torque converter replaced. Failure symptom: lost forward and reverse. Towed to repair shop. 
Ford Explorer Sport Trac in South Dakota, United States
Jun 2010 - Jan 2022
Nov 2010

98850 mi

US $229
transfer case bolts were loose and it was nearly ready to fall off. Now the automatic transmission rear seal is leaking oil.  front right wheel bearing replaced, was extremely rough, making excessive noise  
Jan 2022

252000 mi

US $750
leaky oil pan gasket 

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