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.
10.0
really awful
Typical Repair Cost:
$280
Average Mileage:
47,600 miles
Total Complaints:
1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
replaced pinion seal and had front differential serviced (1 reports)
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
had to stop leaking fluids so got this fixed while vehicle was in for another repair
- Dan M., Hanover Park, IL, US