Structure Related Problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the body (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate hinge (seven problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford Explorer Sport


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

The Body problem

Rear window exploded overnight while parked in driveway. We live in southern CA and it was a rare cold night with lows in the 30's. Security camera's verified no one or no object damaged the window. It just exploded while parked the glass was strewn across a 3 car driveway.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Hinge problem

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the bolt which secured the rear hatchback window hinge fractured causing the window to slightly detach.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate problem

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. The contact stated that the rear lift gate hinges failed and caused the window to fall. The dealer made repairs at the contacts expense. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not under recall and would not provide any further assistance.   Read details...


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