1997 Ford Expedition suspension problems

Filed Dec 7, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 190,000 miles · CA

Takata recall, my steering is bad like im fishtailing on the freeway, when I hit a bump it pulls to one side. Theres alot of play in the steering wheel.

Filed Apr 29, 2018 · Suspension · 189,000 miles · IL

While driving on the highway, as soon as I go faster than 55mph the vehicle down by the wheels, starts shaking. I can feel it in the steering wheel. I suspect it's the ball joints but not sure. It also wobbles when turning going as slow as 25 MPH.

Filed Nov 13, 2016 · Brakes, Suspension · TN

My brake went to the floor when I started to drive my vehicle last week. I was going to ave my bakes replaced today when the mechanic noticed that the lower control arms were very rusted it has pieces breaking off and there is actually a hole in the rear driver side lower control arm. The metal brake lines is also rusted in two. He looked at my 1998 expidition and the lower control arms on the back of it are also rusted out. He saididn't I should not drive either of them until they are replaced. I'm wondering if there is a recall on these.

Filed Apr 6, 2016 · Suspension · 220,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. While driving at 10 MPH, an abnormal sound was heard from the rear driver side tire. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 96v252000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 220,000.

Filed Oct 1, 2012 · Suspension · 48,500 miles · TX

When I had the tires replaced one lug on each front wheel broke off. We ordered replacements and the next day when the tires were removed to replace the broken ones several others broke. I had all the tire lugs replaced and am driving the car. There have been similar problems reported with accidents caused by lost wheels.

Filed Mar 5, 2012 · Electrical, Lights · 113,000 miles · CA

This issue was at night while driving the headlight to see at night had turned off at a 35 MPH speed no bumps no turn just driving straight. This is a serious issue, you use your lights for night and your are left with no lights, as a result for this huge problem I received a ticket that is how I found out my lights were not working. The headlights fuses, module components, wiring were checked no issues there, as for all other lights example emergency lights, rear lights interior lights are functioning. But as the electrician found the directional switch combo was burned left with a white shadow in one area it was replaced, and now functioning. As for the suspension not functioning properly is this an issue that has not been able to be resolved. I have taken it to different shops and there is no air leakage in the suspension pump and other areas that are linked with the suspension. The suspension pump still repeatedly pump air every 45-60 minutes which it's fine, but not when the vehicle bounces very vigorously for 15 minutes or more till it activates the suspension to pump air. When the suspension is down the steering wheel functions different as the bouncing makes it hard to drive at a certain speed, not safe but manageable in the mean while. During this time I'm not appreciating the quality of my expedition components.

Filed Sep 14, 2011 · Suspension, Transmission · 134,000 miles · TN

The rear lower trailing arms that hold the rear axle in place are made too thin and with corrosion will fail. This will cause the rear axle to move backward and break the drive shaft.

Filed Mar 17, 2011 · Suspension · 130,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. The contact noticed that the vehicle was leaning to one side. The contact's husband inspected it and noticed that the torsion bar was broken. The vehicle had not been inspected by a dealer/mechanic nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The current and failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Jun 4, 2010 · Suspension, Tires · 223,500 miles · MS

June 4, 2010 [xxx] wmc tv 5 memphis, tn 38104 dear mr. Wise and consumer investigators: walmart is selling recalled tires outlawed by the federal safety agency and department of transportation. This series was once sold by firestone. This tire is responsible for over 26,000 deaths and $1m in damages etc. Goodyear bought the trademarked series mentioned in the subject line and is selling them only at walmart. This is the same product but different company. The tires specifics are p25570r16. I am preparing to take this step further to get this series removed from the shelves. It is the tires tread, depth, size, height, etc. That did not conform to the federal government's regulations an specificities. Contact me to further discuss this issue via email at [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr updated ivoq 10/22/10

Filed Dec 11, 2009 · Steering, Suspension · IL

There is excessive play in the steering wheel, it rocks from side to side. I am a mechanic so I replaced both shaft bearings but this did not cure the problem. The upper steering shaft will need to be replaced because the yoke is wearing out causing this condition. If the yoke should snap the ability to steer will be lost and can cause death. This is a crucial and critical steering component that should last the life of the vehicle. Can you let me know if this is covered by the manufacturer as this repair will have to be done asap. Also the rear lower control arms are rusted out they actually have holes in them I would like to know if this would be covered as well. This vehicle is well maintained, I have driven a lot of different vehicles and never seen steering and suspension parts wear out like this before. They don't make them like they used to. I like my truck though,I will buy another ford in the future, but for right now I got to keep this one rolling down the highway. Thankyou