One problem related to automatic transmission gear indicator has been reported for the 2001 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2001 Explorer.
Putting SUV in park when the gear shift indicator broke and relocated to the 1st gear position. Now stuck on 1st gear and there is no visual way of knowing what gear the SUV is in. Ford is covering the defect through warranty, but this is a real safety issue. Repairs being performed at orr performance in atlanta, texas.