Spare Tire problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer

Four problems related to spare tire 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.

1 Spare Tire problem

Failure Date: 04/07/2010

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. The vehicle was equipped with goodyear wrangler sra tires. The contact was driving approximately 50 mph and the front passenger tire exploded. The vehicle was driven to the side of the road. The front passenger tire was replaced with a spare tire. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.

2 Spare Tire problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2004

While driving 15 mph,the spare tire cable broke, causing the spare tire to fall off into the street from underneath the truck. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed consumer that part was not covered under a recall.

3 Spare Tire problem

Failure Date: 06/14/2002

I have the warranty and they will not cover. I am driving without a spare tire.

4 Spare Tire problem

Failure Date: 02/09/2002

While driving 70mph right rear tire deflated. Tire had a cut in it. Contacted dealer , michelin tire. Please add tire size and dot.


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