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2008 Ford Explorer Sport TracProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 34 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
34
Crashes
2
Fires
3
Recalls
1
TSBs
14
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Preliminary Verdict

Proceed with Caution

Based on 34 complaints, 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

difficulties going into gear

2 complaints • Severity 7/10

$X,XXX
2

bad paint job

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

radiator leak

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
4

key not releasing from ignition

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

cut off while driving

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

9 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 62K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

5
0–30K
9
30–60K
11
60–90K
1
90–120K
4
120–150K
3
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (11 reports) • Median: 62K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (9 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine9 (26%)
Electrical4 (12%)
Drivetrain4 (12%)
Power Train:automatic Transmission4 (12%)
Brakes3 (9%)
Speed Control2 (6%)
Fuel System2 (6%)
Airbags1 (3%)

2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 26% of all reports filed for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, with 9 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 62,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 62K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Power Train:automatic Transmission Issues

Power Train:automatic Transmission complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, with 4 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to power train:automatic transmission-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

2
08
4
10
5
11
2
12
4
13
4
14
4
15
2
16
3
17
3
19
1
23

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (1 recall)

07V453000Aug 2007

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4.6L ENGINE AND 6R TRANSMISSION, THE BOLT SECURING THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINE FITTINGS AT THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TORQUED DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY. AS A RESULT, THE BOLT MAY LOOSEN AND THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE TRANSMISSION, CAUSING A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

PE08060ClosedOpened Oct 2008 · closed Apr 2009

TIRE VALVE CRACKING

TIRES:VALVE

The worst model year for the Ford Explorer Sport Trac is the 2001 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is transmission.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 34 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026.

Other Ford Explorer Sport Trac Model Years

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2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac is related to the engine, with 9 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?
The 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 34 complaints, 2 crash reports, and 3 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?
Yes, the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ford Explorer Sport Trac problems start?
Based on 33 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 62,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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