2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

20072009
Complaints
34
Crashes
2
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:85,094 mi
Fires:1
#24 complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:1
#34 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
85,094
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Electric
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Valve
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has 34 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (7 complaints, avg 85,094 mi); Electrical Faults (4 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 85,094 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac include 2 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Explorer Sport Trac reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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