One problem related to water pump 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.
Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer sport. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph the engine light illuminated and the vehicle began to overheat and stall. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the water pump and heating core was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 183,000. Mm.