Ford Explorer Sport owners have reported 16 seat belt related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common seat belt problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seat belt (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear seat belt (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Rear Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems | |
| Front Seat Belt problems | |
| Integrated Child Seat Belt problems | |
| Rear Seat Belt Buckle problems |
---- this vehicle does not have a seat belt for a passenger riding in the middle of the rear seat. The rear seat has ample space for three full-sized adults, but there is no seat belt for a middle passenger. Read details...
Safety problem with back seat belts. When on vacation we had a serious problem the back seat belts locking up several times each day. The seat belts on one or both sides would not release so they could be apply around 2 small children and we had to pull & yank the belts several times to get the Read details...
I have 2 complaints one of which while looking online see that many other Ford owners also seem to have. This is a problem with the heater blend box door not working and blowing hot air when in the vent position. Read details...
2002 Ford Explorer Sport, the front passenger side seatbelt has a defect. The belt itself becomes locked and cannot be adjusted and even becomes tighter on the passenger when pulled. I had to have the person slide out from under the belt to be released. Read details...
I drive a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport. The rear seatbelts do not lock. I went to my local certified law inforcement officer and she confirmed for me while trying to place the carseat into the vehicle. Everytime I turn the carseat unlocks from the seatbelt and re-locks itself. Read details...