2002 Explorer Tailgate crack - Page 3 - Ford Forums

Rickporgera · 03-22-2008, 14:59

I've got a 2002 Explorer, and the same problem. Major cause is that it is black, and I live in Cairns, Qld, OZ..in the tropics. The black really soaks up the sun, so when the vehicle is garaged (95% of the time), it's fine, but as soon as I take it out on the road...a stupid thing to do, I know..the panel actually buckles out about 3/4" in the centre.
It only has a small split on the top at the moment, but it's going to head all the way south one day soon..I just know it.
Local dealer suggested "The car is the wrong colour for the tropics..!!" ergo...It's all my fault...Why do they treat us as the idiots..?
Last Ford I ever buy...they have the money for this one, but every potential customer of theirs I speak to, gets the drum on Fords' attitude and total disregard for the people who pay their wages.
That feels better...I can go have a cigarette now.
Cheers,