2005 Ford Explorer Sport
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 121 |
| 1999 | 93 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 188 |
| 2002 | 133 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
2 of 5 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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There is a vertical crack on the rear of the vehicle starting underneath the window. Length of about 2 to 3 inches. Just seemed to appear. Was not there one day then there the next. *tr ## VIN…
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-25
I have a 2005 Ford explorer. There is a bonding issue on the roof. The paint is separating and leaving the primer alone on the vehicle. Ford has ignored my requests for assistance.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-08-10
Visibility/wiper
1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Ford explorer. The contact manually opened the rear liftgate and one of the window bracket bolts fractured. The upper portion of the window partially detached and was temporarily being secured with a strap.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-15
Seats
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seats.
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My 2005 Ford explorer has 79,000 miles on it. Over the last year the padding/cushioning in the left front seat (The driver's seat), against the door, has deteriorated to a dangerous level.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-06
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…
Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
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2009-04-21Preliminary evaluationClosed 2009-08-19 Vehicle rollaway allegations
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Ford Explorer Sport — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
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- Is the 2005 Ford Explorer Sport reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ford Explorer Sport?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Ford Explorer Sport have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.