Ford Explorer USPS 2WD FFV

20012001 · 1 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
17
Best
17

The Ford Explorer USPS 2WD FFV has been tested by the EPA across 1 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2001. Over this period, the Explorer USPS 2WD FFV has achieved a consistent combined fuel economy rating of 17 MPG. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2001
4L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdGasoline or E85
$3,500152017MPG

Historical Efficiency

2001
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Explorer USPS 2WD FFV) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Explorer USPS 2WD FFV. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Bronco (thru 1977)/Bronco II/Explorer/Explorer Sport (Explorer for 1990-2018 only. For model years 2019 on, see 12-425.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
284
Total Deaths
229

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
47.5%
Fire Occurrence
4.9%
Speeding Involved
23.2%
DUI Involved
18.7%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

76%
Front
16%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.92
2021
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2020
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.81
2019
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.79
2018
Fatal Crashes33
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2017
Fatal Crashes35
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.89
2016
Fatal Crashes35
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2015
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2014
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.78

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2001
12
Critical
Moderate
Advisory