CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2002-2005 Explorer has a very well-established record of expensive transmission failure at under 100k miles. The Explorer has an enclosed transmission which is typically replaced with a rebuilt transmission at a cost of almost $3,000.
Adding insult to injury, the 2002-2005 Explorer also has a massive problem with the rear panel cracking. While it's a minor annoyance compared to transmission failure, ironically the crack usually goes right through the Ford logo.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
I had it repaired to keep engine from failing.
Needed car to drive until I could purchase a new-used vehicle.
Do you think the Ford Motor Co. really cares?
- Janice N., Charlevoix, MI, US