Two problems related to other fuel system hoses lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 2002 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2002 Explorer.
I do not know when the problem originated but I bought this vehicle in April 2016 and gas could not flow into the tank freely without stopping. It had to trickle in slowly. Also, the check fuel cap came on during this issue but when tested, passed as if nothing was wrong. Too many other owners report the same issue on Explorer forums for this to be an isolated occurrence. It seems this is faulty design or workmanship and owners should be informed and the vehicles recalled.
Check engine light came on went to a auto repair shop and was given oem code p0442 (evaporative emission system). The scent of gas was present. I changed the fuel cap and issue still remains. Gas fuel tank vapor vent check valve is defective and must be replaced.
| Other Fuel System problems | |
| Other Fuel System Fuel Gauge problems | |
| Other Fuel System Pump problems | |
| Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problems | |
| Other Fuel System Hoses Lines/piping, And Fittings problems | |
| Gas Tank Strap problems |