2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Nov 8, 2012 · Transmission · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford explorer sport trac. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission exhibited a loud squeaking sound. The vehicle then became resistant to acceleration attempts and would no longer move. The contact stated that the engine continued to operate but the vehicle would not shift into driver or reverse. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or mechanic for diagnosis. The failure and current mileages were unknown.

Filed May 4, 2011 · Body · 135,950 miles · TX

Took my truck to a mechanic to see what the grinding sound of medal was, turned out to be the body mounting bushings. They are falling apart. I was told that this is what attaches the body to the frame and is dangerous to drive around. I am very disappointed with ford. I think that this should be fixed by the company. I have 2 children and this is my only transportation I have. I read up on this online and found there are other people in the same situation. I just don't understand how ford can let these trucks of their lots knowing that the bushings are no good and should be fixed!!

Filed Aug 25, 2010 · Body, Suspension · 170,000 miles · TN

I own a 2001 ford explorer sport trac. 2wd. Automatic. A few months ago I started hearing an annoying squeaking noise coming from underneath the front passenger side of my vehicle. I looked underneath it when I got home. The bushings that go in the mounts to secure the cab of the truck to the frame are deteriorating. You can actually touch them and they will fall apart. I checked with a few local auto part stores and all over the internet to find that those bushings are a dealer item, and cost about $35 each. On the internet I also found that it is a common problem on these vehicles for the bushings to go bad. On each cab mount on the frame; there is an upper and lower bushing. All of the bushings on the passenger side are either bad or going bad. I can't find any recall from ford on these bushings. I took my truck to a local mechanic shop, and they said it would be around $600 to replace these bushings. They also told me that if the problem gets worse the cab of the truck could shift when turning or on bumpy roads. I feel that there should be a recall on these bushings since it is a very common problem. I have owned many vehicles and have never had to replace cab mount bushings or know of anyone who has had to; except on a ford explorer sport trac. I currently still have the problem because I cannot afford to even purchase the bushings due to financial issues. I am a do-it-yourselfer and could replace these on my own if I could afford them. I feel that I shouldn't have to. Ford should issue a recall on the affected models of the ford explorer sport trac. Thank you for your time.

Filed Sep 5, 2003 · Seats · 11,000 miles · IL

Driver's side seat track had a failure that caused it to squeak and not to work efficiently. Dealership replaced this part 5 times, but problem still occurs.

Filed Aug 20, 2003 · Brakes, Suspension · ME

At 31,000 miles brakes and rotors had to be replaced, and again at 57,000 miles. Have taken it to dealer on several occasions because the brakes squealed, especially when pressure is applied. Tech said the brakes needed to seed. Problems with front brakes has been ongoing. Is this normal or are there other sport trak owners experiencing the same kind of problems with their brakes. (has lead to tires cupping, bushings needing replacement, front end alignments, ball joint replacement, etc.)

Filed Jul 10, 2002 · Seats · MI

Cconsumer state that the seat squeaked and it was taken in and they found 3 cracks in the base and they replaced it and the consumer state that the seat still squeak the dealer told the consumer that it is ok nothing wrong.

Filed Jul 8, 2002 · Brakes · IL

Consumer states the vehicle has been in the repair shop 8 times concering the brake system, the pads do not wear down and there is no squeaking sound to alert consumer that there is a problem, the vehicle will not stop when attempting to brake.

Filed May 10, 2002 · Seats · MI

Consumer has taken vehicle in many times inquiring about the squeaking in the left front seat. The base of the seat frame was cracked. The seat has been replaced, the squeaking still exists.

Filed Apr 15, 2002 · Engine, Seats · MI

Since the day of purchase consumer has been inquiring about a squeaking or creaking noise in the drivers seat. Vehicle has been in at least 4 times to be fixed but the creaking continues.