2002 Ford Explorer Automatic Transmission Problems
- 886
- 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 886 stored complaint records:
- 16 indicate a crash
- 7 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- Torque Converter · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 328 |
| 100–150k mi | 203 |
| 30–60k mi | 158 |
| 1–30k mi | 58 |
| 150–400k mi | 28 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission
On 3 separate occasions transmission slipped and jumped out of gear. Dealership changed several parts in the transmission. The consumer was not sure what parts were replaced.*ak *nm
ODI 10063274
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission · Fuel System, Gasoline · Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle experiences periods of stalling at low speeds. Applying brakes there is a loss of brakes and steering. No prior warning before stalling. Existing problem 5 times, taken into the delaer. *ak dealer replaced fuel pump, main control valve body, transmission oil pan, idle air control valve and programmed pcm. Vibration like anti-lock brake system is kicking in. Dealer could not duplicate. Overdrive comes in and…
ODI 8014371
Automatic Transmission · Door · Exterior · Gasoline · Suspension
Consumer states there is a squeaking noise originating possibly from the suspension when driving over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces at highway speeds especially during windy conditions. Also there is vibration occurring in the front end of the vehicle at 55 - 60 mph. The vibration can also be felt from under the seat with the windows rolled up. *tt
ODI 564738
Automatic Transmission · Interior Lighting
Two problems, one with transmission and one with instrument lights. 1) transmission would delay engaging into drive or reverse when being taken out of park (local dealer said this was "normal") but transmission would also "clunk" and "lurch" when climbing hills. Local dealer (vista ford) adjusted with computer on three occasions, and improved the problem, but now there is still the occasional delay before…
ODI 761560
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle doesn't have a transmission fluid indicator slot. Even in the owners manual it doesn't have a check to show where it would be located. Consumer went to the dealer for assistance, and they were unable to locate it. Consumer is unable to check transmission fluid if needed. Consumer can't get a response from ford.*ak
ODI 890281
Automatic Transmission
The transmission slipped. Ford recommended a replacement with a rebuilt transmission. The vehicle was out of warranty. Scc *jb
ODI 10011863
Automatic Transmission
During gear transition very rough, feel and hear clunk noise.
ODI 9004322
Automatic Transmission
When at stop sign or switching from brake to gas pedal truck would roll either forward or backwards because of transmission hesitation. Transmission has been replaced before three other times. Please describe details. *ak
ODI 8014619
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle was in an accident. While driving gears would become stuck when changing from park to reverse. Please provide any further information.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 899639
Automatic Transmission
When transmission shifting, jerky, vibrating feel. Vehicle is in for it's 8th visit. Total down time has been in excess of 6 weeks. Numerous attempt to repair as follows: download of program- 3 times, flush out transmission, replace filters, adjust tramsmission, replace spring in transmission, replace torch converter, tear down transfer case, replace gears. I am in process of negotiating with ford to have them buy…
ODI 767306
Automatic Transmission
2002 ford explorer 4 door v6 automatic transmission [redacted]. I start my ford explorer and place it either in "reverse" or "drive" and there is a 10 to 15 gap of the vehicle not engaging in either gear. Vehicle just drifts and then engages after a period of 10 to15 seconds. I called the ford dealership where i purchased the vehicle and they informed me it was normal. I told them i never drove a vehicle that ever…
ODI 759324