2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Ford Explorer Sport Trac 2001

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (19%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (4%)

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

Other (11%)

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (30%)

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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.

2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Engine not specified

150000 mi

US $3000
Frontside timing chain failure 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

203-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

257000 mi

US $950
Replaced leaking (original) radiator and hoses 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4dr SUT

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

128000 mi

US $465
Thermostat housing cracked, mechanic said this plastic piece breaking was a common failure in these cars 
290000 mi Back catalytic converters are both shot. 
124000 mi

$70
exhaust tip after the muffler 
142600 mi

$1200
timing chain tensioner broke mine is older wersion of the engine originally with oil cap on left and pot iron fuel manifold the old version of 4.0L car made in july 2000 actually was same day at mechanic 
142600 mi still at the garage with tensioners problem 
199700 mi

US $450
3 leaks in cooling system also some vacuum leaks so the car was running lean 
75000 mi

US $2400
intake gasket replacement Left exhaust manifold cracked at y-pipe connection. 

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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Engine Problems

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