Four problems related to suspension noise 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.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. After a routine inspection, the mechanic stated that both rear coil springs failed. After being informed of the diagnosis, the contact remembered hearing clunking noises and odd suspension-related behavior. He called Ford to find out if his vehicle was included in any recalls and was informed that there were none. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was approximately 80,552 and failure mileage was approximately 80,500.
: the contact stated while driving at speeds of 20mph or more there was a roaring noise coming from the rear end of the vehicle. Initially the contact suspected the tires needed replaced. The vehicle was inspected by an independent tire repair shop. The repair shop mechanic suggested the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer because it was determined there were no problems with the tires. The mechanic suggested the noise could possibly be associated with the rear suspension. Updated 7/13/2006 -.
After several months of hearing a "whooshing" tire sounds from the back of the 02 Ford expl XLT, and dealers telling us that nothing was wrong, took vehicle to a local service center and had to have rear suspension/axles replaced (4/04) and also had to replace the 2 back tires because of the damage. Now, 1/05, same noise is present and wear on back tires, we are now being told that the back suspension/axles are bad again and need to be replaced. Less than one year and we have the same problem. Obviously Ford needs to look into this problem. Vehicle had 78k miles on it.
While driving vehicle is making a loud noise in the rear due to suspension problems. Dealer contacted. Please add VIN.