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 out at odd speeds. No problem found.
2002 Ford Explorer engine complaints
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Vehicle would stalls out at multiple speed. Vehicle been to the dealer on three occasions, and was unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
While driving 30 MPH and without warning a head on collision occurred which resulted in a fire.*ak
There is a sulfur smell emitting from the exhaust. This is apparent while driving with the windows open or closed with the heat/AC on. After waiting six weeks for the backordered converter to arrive, it was installed and the PCM was reprogrammed with the latest calibration update. It is my understanding that there are no additional repairs that would apply to my concern. I, along with my family, have been tolerating this odor concern since taking delivery of the vehicle. We are worried about possible toxic fumes that are being inhaled in the passenger compartment. I am very uncomfortable transporting my family in this vehicle.
The truck has a very strong rotten egg smell that come in the vehicle. Myself and other passengers have experienced nausea and headaches from the smell. It has been serviced several times to no prevail. The dealship says that the smell should go away after the truck has been driven for 10,000 miles. They have no solution.
There is a strong sulphur smell coming from exhaust. It is very noticeable inside vehicle. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and said there was nothing they could do.
The catalytic converter is not functioning properly and is producing a strong "rotten egg" smell. I am worried about the toxicity and general safety of the fumes being produced, not to mention the nauseating effect the fumes have. The local dealership says that the ford field service engineer does not have a fix and that this is a major problem with the ford explorer. The local dealer also states that they are beginning to receive complaints from crown victoria owners. I plan to return the vehicle to the manufacturer using mississippi's "lemon law."
After vehicle has warmed up after about 20 minutes of normal operation there is an odor that smells as if oil is burning. The best way to describe this odor is it as if oil was spilled on a hot manifold. The odor can be smelled in the cabin of the vehicle through the heating/AC vents in the vehicle when operating. When the engine is turned off the odor is very predominent. Vehicle has been taken to dealer twice they state they cannot find any problem. My concern is that there may be a vehicle fire from this unknown source of what appears to be burning oil somewhere in the vehicle. Something was mentioned that on other ford trucks the catalytic converters were being replaced, but not on this model.
No description given. Nlm
Consumer states while traveling at 35 MPH, coming up to a stop the vehicle suddenly died without warning. Nlm
Consumer states that while coming to a stop vehicle suddenly died. There were no warning signs. Nlm consumer adds that the vehicle stalled twice before while driving, but was able to restart it. Dealer cannot locate problem.
While driving, vehicle will automatically shut off. Vehicle will only shut off when it is idling. When going up hills vehicle will stall.*ak. Consumer states the transmission gives a ticking noise when the engine is running.8jb
Engine stalls in low range gear when brakes are applied.
Vehicle will stall without prior warning. This incident can happen on quarter or less of gas in gasoline tank. Dealership is aware of problem.
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.
This same incident occurred four times. The speed in each incident varied from 15 MPH on the first occurrence to 65 MPH on the fourth. Basically, while driving the car, the engine died, the lights flashed on the dash, I lost all power steering. On each occaision. I pulled the car to the side of the road, put the truck in park, and re-started the engine. On each time, the engine re-started without hesitation. I reported the problem to the dealer. The dealer could find nothing wrong with the truck; thus, they made no repairs. They claimed to have never heard of this problem before.
While driving 30-40 MPH, engine stalled, lights on dash flashed on and lost all power, dealer contacted. *ak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and consumer was informed that there was a loose fuse with 3 codes showing on the computer, however on march 1, 2002 the vehicle stalled again without warning and a fuse was showing a bad pressure sensor which was replaced, consumer stated the vehicle stalled again for the third time.
Consumer is concerned about toxic gasses inside of vehicle. There is a odor coming inside of vent area.
While driving approximately 32 MPH engine stalled unexpectedly, causing a loss of power steering and power brakes. Dealership examined vehicle, changed a module, and performed a computer upgrade to remedy the problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.
While driving short or long distances consumer has noticed a very strong chemical odor in passenger compartment. Odor has caused occupants of vehicle to become ill. Consumer has contacted dealer and manufacturer. Cause of problem has yet to be determined. Please provide any further details.
While driving, consumer would hear popping noises coming from left front end. Dealer checked and repaired steering column shaft. Problem not resolved. Took back to dealer and steering column assembly was replaced. However, problem was not resolved. Took vehicle back again and left front wheel hub assembly was replaced. Nothing solved the problem. Mechanic could not resolve it. Manufacturer is working on solution.*ak
There is a sulphur smell coming into car while driving. Fumes are overwhelming, causing dizziness/ naseua, etc. On this particular car, the dealer tried 3 times to repair. None of the fixes worked. Car still has sulphur smell.
When stopped at a light, there is a strong sulfur odor in the car causing occupants to have trouble breathing. Owner has developed breathing problem since purchasing the vehicle. Vehicle will hesitate without notice when pulling out into traffic.
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