One problem related to rear suspension shock absorber has 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.
Sudden loss of fluid from left rear shock, detected by pool of fluid on garage floor. 2002 Ford Explorer with 37500 miles of normal highway driving. Failure was sudden and premature, possibly resulting in vehicle instability if not detected by careful inspection. Dealer was not willing to hold part for Ford failure mode analysis? with SUV history of suspension concerns, this dealer response seems inappropriate? I saved the shock they replaced.