2002 Ford Explorer Rear Problems
- 192
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 192 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- rear coil · 58 records
- coil springs · 42 records
- both rear · 34 records
- coil spring · 34 records
- rear springs · 24 records
- springs broken · 18 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 108 |
| 30–60k mi | 28 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rear
In april of 2005 my 2002 explorer with just over 40,000 miles started making grinding noise in the right rear. Took it to a mechanic and then to the ford dealership, both said the right rear wheel bearing needed to be replaced, had it replaced on 5/11/05. Within 2 weeks, the left rear wheel bearing also started making a grinding noise, had it replaced on 5/25/05. Called ford customer care who said they could do…
ODI 10170738
Rear
In april of 2005 my 2002 explorer with just over 40,000 miles started making grinding noise in the right rear. Took it to a mechanic and then to the ford dealership, both said the right rear wheel bearing needed to be replaced, had it replaced on 5/11/05. Within 2 weeks, the left rear wheel bearing also started making a grinding noise, had it replaced on 5/25/05. Called ford customer care who said they could do…
ODI 10170736
Rear
After several months of hearing a "whooshing" tire sounds from the back of the 02 ford expl xlt, and dealers telling us that nothing was wrong, took vehicle to a local service center and had to have rear suspension/axles replaced (4/04) and also had to replace the 2 back tires because of the damage. Now, 1/05, same noise is present and wear on back tires, we are now being told that the back suspension/axles are bad…
ODI 10105728
Rear
Rear springs are cracked and my mechanic and friends said its a common problem among 2002 explorers. Also saw many complaints and photo's of the same problem online. *tr
ODI 10401532
Rear
Rear bearing failure of 2002 ford explorer. Took vehicle to dealer because of rear end noise and was told the bearing was about to explode and could have lost an axle. *ak
ODI 10104215
Rear
Bought the car in july 2004 at around 50,000 miles. Heard a loud noise coming from rear of the truck. Currently, the noise has proceeded to the front. I have not replaced anything because i really don't know what i am going to have to change. I was wondering if there is going to be a recall on this truck. *ak
ODI 10118632
Rear
When driving 30 mph vehicle vibrated in the rear. Also, consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the rear. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. *ak
ODI 10066789
Rear
Humming/whinning sound coming from rear-end especially when accelerating. Brought in to dealership 3 times, repaired 2 times while under warranty. Rear-end completely changed 2nd time. Making the whinning sound again now even louder, drowns out radio. Not under warranty anymore but obviously a manufacturer defect with the 2002 model, considering all the complaints with the exact problem i have read upon research.…
ODI 10177272
Rear · Spindle
While driving (65 mph) on i 95 through richmond virginia, at 12:30 after midnight, my 2002 ford explorer (62,000 miles) developed a vibration. I made it to the ford dealer and left it for repairs. The rear end bearing, axle shaft, cv joint failed. Four (4) days later i was on the road. It was a very frightening experience. Ford would not accept responsibility. There is no maintenance on the rear axle bearings. This…
ODI 10037043
Automatic Transmission · Hatchback/Liftgate · Rear
Dt: the contact owns a 2002 ford explorer xlt. The contact has been having a problem with the rear end. The rear end made an extremely loud roaring sound. Took the vehicle the vehicle to three different repair shops. One said it was the tires, and the other two maintained that it was an expensive rear end problem. She talked to other people with this same type of vehicle and they all had this problem. Also, had a…
ODI 10133380
Rear
A thumping noise could be heard from the rear of the vehicle while driving. *nlm *ts
ODI 10012530
Rear
2002 ford explorer xlt. When having brakes replaced mechanic informed me both rear springs were broken. In checking web this appears to be a common problem with various ford products. Approx. Mileage 78,000. Mechanic said the springs can break apart while driving, causing a blowout. Again, if this is a known, common problem with fords, why hasn't there been any recall regarding this? Luckily no accident/incident…
ODI 10253029
Axle Shaft · Rear
Vibration and drone/roar sound at speeds of 64mph and greater. 4 attempts made to repair, problem still exists. Rear end assembly replaced as well as two axle shafts and drive shaft reindexed. *ak
ODI 10025624
Rear
Left rear spring broken approximately 3" from top of spring. Spring protective coating only 20% remaining and essentially non functional. Extremely heavy rust in this region of spring. *tr
ODI 10233318
Rear
Rear coil springs failed on 2002 ford explorer. Vehicle only has 4,100 miles on it. This was found while oil was being changed at the dealer. It appears this is a very common problem with this vehicle. Ford need to be held accountable with this many vehicles having the same problem. Now i'm facing a 500.00 repair bill. *tr
ODI 10276310
Rear
While driving 45 mph the right rear wheel locked up. The dealer was notified and said the wheel bearing seized. *nlm
ODI 10019364
Rear
While driving vehicle is making a loud noise in the rear due to suspension problems. Dealer contacted. Please add vin. *ak
ODI 8009311