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1FMZU67E72U••••••2002 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2002 Ford EXPLORER SPORT TRAC build (7 vs 4).
7on this build
116on the model
29builds in total
Most reportedStructure 3Suspension 2Engine And Engine Cooling 1Equipment 1
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionJul 2013
The body mount insulators deteriorated and the body could come loose from the chassis. Ford wants over 3000 dollars for this repair which is an obvious material flaw
SeatsJul 2012
While driving, the drivers seat reclined into the back seating area causing loss of control of the vehicle. After pulling off the road and inspecting the seat, the frame of the drivers seat fractured causing the backrest to separate from lower portion of the seat and override…
Power TrainNov 2011
I come to realize in the automotive industry vehicles do not a transmission gauge. Transmission sensory light to let you know when your transmission fluid is getting low. This is a problem for me and many more americans. My ford explorer sport trac do not have a transmission…
Service BrakesAug 2005
2002 ford sport trac- vehicle has less than 40,000 miles on it. Had to have brakes and rotors replaced. Brakes were replaced and rotors turned first time at 21,532 miles on 01-19-04. Complained several times about excessive brake dust, rotors were turned again at 26,885 on…
StructureJul 2004
The paint is bubbling and peeling for the center instrument panel. Also noticed driver seat feels loose. Now today no a/c. Does not get cool
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FMZU67E72UD25994 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.