2002 Ford Explorer XLS review from North America
"Worst piece of junk I've ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission solenoid pack went at 45,000 miles and again at around 60,0000 which destroyed the whole transmission.
The passenger power window broke twice both requiring the replacement of the whole motor and cable assembly.
The passenger power door switch burned out the headlight switch twice before I found the short. Still wondering why the circuit didn't have a fuse to protect a $100 switch?
The gas gauge read wrong and left me coasting into a gas station one morning on my way to work.
General comments?
Loved the ride, loved the maneuverability, loved the quiet, but will probably never buy another Ford.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 flex fuel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 0 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Mustang |
| Date of Entry | 6th January, 2008 |