Explorer Sport
Ford Explorer Sport: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
MakeFord
ClassStandard pickup
Model years (US)2001–2005, 2007–2010
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
Generations and technical specifications
Ford Explorer – Fifth generation2010–2019
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | U502 |
| Production | December 1, 2010 – March 3, 2019 |
| Model years | 2011–2019 |
| Body styles | 5-door crossover |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Ford D4 platform |
| Engines | Gasoline 2.0 L EcoBoost turbocharged I4 (front-wheel drive only) 2.3 L EcoBoost turbocharged I4 3.5 L Duratec Ti-VCT V6 3.5 L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6 (all-wheel drive only) 3.7 L Cyclone Ti-VCT FFV V6 (Police Interceptor Utility, all-wheel drive only) |
| Transmissions | 6-speed Ford 6F automatic w/ overdrive (EcoBoost I4 model) 6-speed 6F SelectShift automatic (3.5L/3.7L) 6-speed 6F SelectShift automatic with paddle shifters (Sport model) |
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm |
| Length | 5,006 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm |
| Height | 1,788 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,989–2,223 kg |
| Assembly | United States: Chicago, Illinois (Chicago Assembly) Venezuela: Valencia, Carabobo (Valencia Assembly) Russia: Yelabuga, Tatarstan |
| Designer | Brian Izard, George Bucher (2008) Mike Arbaugh (facelift: 2013) |
Ford Explorer – Fourth generation2005–2010
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | U251 |
| Production | July 2005 – December 16, 2010 |
| Model years | 2006–2010 |
| Body styles | 4-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Engines | Gasoline 4.0 L Cologne SOHC V6 4.6 L Modular 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed 5R55S automatic 6-speed 6R automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm |
| Height | 2006–07: 1,808 mm 2008: 1,849 mm 2009–10: 1,826 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant); St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis Assembly) Venezuela: Valencia, Carabobo (Valencia Assembly) |
| Designer | Jeff Nowak (2003) |
Ford Explorer – Third generation2000–2005
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | U152 |
| Production | November 2000 – June 2005 |
| Model years | 2002–2005 |
| Body styles | 4-door SUV |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Engines | Gasoline 4.0 L Cologne V6 4.6 L 16-valve Modular V8 |
| Transmissions | 5-speed M5OD-R4 manual 5-speed 5R55W automatic 5-speed 5R55S automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2002–03: 2,888 mm 2004–05: 2,891 mm |
| Length | 4,813 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,814 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant); St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis Assembly) Venezuela: Valencia, Carabobo (Valencia Assembly) |
| Designer | Edward Golden (1997) |
Ford Explorer – Second generation1994–2003
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model code | UN105 / UN150 |
| Production | November 1994 – December 2000 (4-door) November 1994 – July 2003 (3-door/Explorer Sport) |
| Model years | 1995–2001 (5-door) 1995–2003 (3-door) |
| Body styles | 3-door SUV (1995–2003) 5-door SUV (1995–2001) |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Engines | Gasoline 4.0 L Cologne OHV V6 (1995–2000) 4.0 L Cologne SOHC V6 (1997–2003) 5.0 L small block OHV V8 (1996–2001) |
| Transmissions | 5-speed M5OD-R1 manual (4.0 L OHV) 5-speed M5OD-R1HD manual (2001–2003 Explorer Sport) 4-speed 4R55E automatic (4.0 L 1995–1996) 4-speed 4R70W automatic (V8 models) 5-speed 5R55E automatic (4.0 L 1997–2003) |
| Wheelbase | 1995–97 5-door: 2,832 mm 1998–2001 5-door: 2,835 mm 1995–99 3-door: 2,583 mm 2000–03 3-door: 2,586 mm |
| Length | 1995–2001 5-door: 4,844 mm 1995–97 3-door: 4,536 mm 1998–99 3-door: 4,592 mm 2000–03 3-door: 4,582 mm |
| Width | 1,783 mm |
| Height | 1,702–1,735 mm |
| Assembly | United States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant); St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis Assembly Plant) Venezuela: Valencia, Carabobo (Valencia Assembly) |
| Designer | Bob Aikins (1992) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2001–2003, 2007–2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2010 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2007–2010 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2001–2003, 2007–2009 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2007–2009 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2001, 2004–2005 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2001, 2004–2005 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| 2001–2003 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed manual | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2001–2003 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive | 15.7 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| 2001–2005, 2007–2010 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.8–15.7 L/100 km | 15.7–18.1 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
| 2010 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive | 14.7 L/100 km | 16.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km |
| 2007–2010 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.8–14.7 L/100 km | 15.7–18.1 L/100 km | 11.2–11.8 L/100 km |
| 2001–2005, 2007–2009 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 12.4–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2007–2009 | 4.6 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 16.8–18.1 L/100 km | 12.4–13.1 L/100 km |
| 2001–2003 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed manual · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 15.7–16.8 L/100 km | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km |
| 2001–2003 | 4.0 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1–13.8 L/100 km | 14.7–15.7 L/100 km | 11.8–12.4 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | Standard pickup, SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2001–2005, 2007–2010 |
| Powertrains | Petrol, Flex-fuel |
| Engine displacement | 4.0–4.6 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic, Manual |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel) |
| Configurations listed | 46 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2001–2005, 2007–2010 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and drivetrain | 1933 | 2002, 2003 |
| Body and structure | 922 | 2002, 2003 |
| Suspension | 522 | 2002, 2003 |
| Engine and cooling | 359 | 2002, 2003 |
| Electrical system | 260 | 2002, 2003 |
| Visibility and wipers | 241 | 2002, 2003 |
| Airbags | 230 | 2002, 2003 |
| Speed control and cruise | 230 | 2002, 2003 |
| Brakes | 221 | 2002, 2003 |
| Steering | 195 | 2002, 2003 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2002–2003: 4935 complaints, 232 with a crash and 90 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.