One problem related to transmission not go into gear 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.
Transmission failed without warning. Would not catch 3rd gear and then sounded like a toolbox was scattered under the car. Car successively lost all gears except 1st. Repair cost over $2800. 00.