Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Excellent | — | 20 | 3 | 3 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2009 | Excellent | — | 5 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2008 | Excellent | 1 | 26 | 2 | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2007 | Good | — | 68 | 9 | 10 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2006Best | Excellent | — | 2 | — | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2005 | Good | — | 48 | 3 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2004 | Good | — | 73 | 10 | 15 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2003 | Caution | — | 108 | 1 | 3 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2002 | Avoid | — | 183 | 10 | 13 | 2 | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2001Worst | Avoid | 2 | 259 | 15 | 20 | 2 | Suspension | Full report → |
10 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems
Based on 792 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Explorer Sport Trac Years to Avoid
Ranked by combined complaints, recalls, crashes, injuries, and deaths.
Best Explorer Sport Trac Years to Buy
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Ford Explorer Sport Trac Reliability
What year Explorer Sport Trac has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 259 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2001 report for specific defects.
Is the Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac has accumulated 792 owner-filed complaints and 3 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 4 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2006 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Explorer Sport Trac.
What are the most common Explorer Sport Trac problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (118 reports), Structure (101 reports), Suspension (61 reports), Electrical System (59 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Explorer Sport Trac has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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