2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 5%of 167 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 5% of the 167 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ever since I got the truck about 4 months ago I have been having a problem with the rear brakes locking up. It happens after the vehicle has been sitting up for a few hours and it's raining or there's a good but of moisture in the air. When you first get in the truck the rear brakes will lock up on you only going forward for some reason. If you apply very little pressure it does it. After about 10 times locking it up it drives fine as long as its not parked for a while. On a good hot summer day with no moisture or rain it does do it at all. …”
NHTSA complaint #10713695, filed 2015-04, 174,000 miles“My wife and I recently purchased a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac from simmons rockwell, in big flats new york on february 28, 2004. Upon signing paperwork, we were shown a form from Ford motor company indicating that the vehicle mentioned was a repurchased vehicle. The form stated that the origional owner was complaining of the ABS system not properly working. The sales representative and the Ford form stated that the vehicle was repaired and was in satisfactory condition. …”
NHTSA complaint #10065947, filed 2004-04, 12,000 miles“I have a 2001 Ford sport trac 2 wheel drive. When the truck had just passed the warranty period the brakes had to be replaced. The right front was down to bare metal. The rotor was replaced. Twice since then the brakes have been replaced with the exact same ploblem and now need to be replaced again.Ford parts were used and parts were professionally installed.I have spoked with 11 other people who have the same truck with the same problem. Also the turn signal and brake lights do not work if the tilt steering is tilted down. …”
NHTSA complaint #10118433, filed 2005-04, 36,201 miles“Consumer complained about a brake problem. Brakes, rotors, and calipers had to be replaced on 3 separate occasions. Currently, ABS brake system light kept coming on. Vehicle was towed to the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #10066771, filed 2004-04, 70,000 miles“The brakes failed. This consumer was notified of this problem by a passing motorist. Mechanic determined that this occurred because of a defect in the multi function switch.”
NHTSA complaint #10074019, filed 2004-05, 40,000 milesBrakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4 | 13% |
| 2009 | 1 | 17% |
| 2008 | 4 | 17% |
| 2007 | 13 | 13% |
| 2005 | 3 | 5% |
| 2004 | 4 | 5% |
| 2003 | 8 | 10% |
| 2002 | 19 | 13% |
| 2001 | 8 | 5% |
| 1998 | 2 | 40% |
Other parts of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
36 complaintsBody and structure
27 complaintsVehicle speed control
26 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsTires
11 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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