2002 Ford Explorer Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 15
- 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 15 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 2002 ford explorer i bought about a year ago. Everything was working fine..i have my abs light on..when i try to stop the car my brake engage but when it come to the final stop it gives and the pressure on the truck is no longer there.. I feel like i am going to crash in to the car in front of me.. I brought the truck to the mechanic and checked everything and didn't find anything wrong with it.. No leaks…
ODI 10382972
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford explorer. While driving with the cruise control engaged at approximately 70 mph pressure was applied to the brake pedal and the vehicle surged forward until repeated pressure was applied to that pedal. A pop noise was also heard coming from the passenger side firewall. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed there was a wire malfunction within the brake…
ODI 10348473
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Visibility
I have had many problems with my 2002 ford explorer. I started getting the crack in my hatch by the rear window in 2005. It has spread and gotten worse and i still have not fixed it. Last year in 2009 our abs light has been coming on and off and when i go to brake at times it feels like they kick on at irregular times, but i also feel i do not have the braking power i should. In june 2010 i was driving the explorer…
ODI 10352978
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Wheels
I was on the highway doing 65 as posted, i started to feel shaking from the tires and it got to the point i couldn't control the vehicle, lucky i was able to get off the side of the highway and call aaa for a tow, a state police officer pulled behind me and said let me guess hub bearing. The police dept also has the same problem. This is my 8th repair i am doing and next week i am doing the opposite side. It is…
ODI 10446821
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the vehicle, had brakes changed, noise continued. Found out it was the driver side wheel bearing and the passenger side front both going bad. Repairs not done too expensive. *tr
ODI 10269570
Engine And Engine Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford explorer. While approaching a stop at approximately 35 mph on normal road conditions, the brake pedal extended to the floor when it was depressed. The engine idled roughly and the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicator remained lit until the engine was turned off. When the ignition was started, the engine would automatically idle without…
ODI 10249793
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt*: the contact stated the brakes failed, which caused an accident. The brakes were inspected about one month prior to the incident, and the pads and brakes were did not display any problems. The brakes failed and the vehicle had not been to a service dealer to determine what caused the failure. A police report was taken, and no injuries were sustained.
Crash reported
ODI 10174808
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 10 mph the brakes failed. When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor. The emergency brake was used to stop the vehicle without incident. There were no indicator lights on prior to the failure. Neither the dealer nor manufacturer has been alerted.
ODI 10154311
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2002 ford explorer emergancy brake failure. 1) pa state safety inspection was performed at ford dealer. 2) drum brake linings were found in total seperation from metal shoes. Condition is likely due to a combination of corosion and lack of adhesive between lining and metal shoe. 3) per the ford dealer's disccovery and sugested repair... The emergancy brake and drum/rotors were replaced. Ford did not take liabiity or…
ODI 10146689
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
After bringing my car to the dealership, i was informed that i needed back brakes. I took the car to my mechanic and he informed me that my brake pads and rotors were completely rusted through and rotted. This could have potentially caused the car to become unable to stop. I had to replace all four brakes (routine), brake pads, and rotors. My car only has 40,000+ miles on it. *nm
ODI 10136350
Automatic Transmission · Hatchback/Liftgate · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Several problems - at 9,000 miles my brakes went and had to have my rotors resurfaced by 23,000 miles my rear brakes were completely gone and my front brakes were nearly gone. This cost me over $1,000 to repair. At 25-27,000 miles my vehicle would not change gears properly. Going in reverse the vehicle would "bang" into gear, then going from park to any gear this would happen. On level ground and on hill. The…
ODI 10110201
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Purchased a 2002 ford explorer in 2003 with 30,000 miles on it. Almost instantly a humming noise came from what i think is the front driver side, may be more areas, and was unsure what to do with it. Replaced brakes a few years later and mechanic told me bearings were warped and needed to be replaced. I asked the mechanic what the consequence would be if no repairs were made and he stated none. I read a message…
ODI 10244325
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Letter from landy johnson, iii (ca) concerning brake system failure. Consumer requested a full refund. *jb......*ak
ODI 10014717
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
When the consumer applied the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. *nlm *ak *scc. The vehicle experienced failure on 3 separate occasions, the dealer replaced the calipers and the front and rear rotors. *jb
ODI 10021660
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Fax follow-up ltr fm landy johnson iii (ca) submission of 20 copies of complaints filed w/nhtsa re brake problems w/the 2002 ford explorer; reply to pasadena dist ofc.*mr the consumer experienced problem with the brakes. The consumer returned the vehicle to the dealer. *ts *nlm
ODI 10044267
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