1992 Ford Explorer suspension problems

Filed Sep 2, 2009 · Steering, Suspension · 130,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer xlt. The contact states while driving approximately 55 MPH on normal road conditions. There was a loud squealing noise coming from the front end of the vehicle . There was also excessive vibration. The driver continued operation with caution. Whenever the speed rate was reduced the failure occurred without warning. The vehicle has not been repaired for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 130,000.

Filed Jan 16, 2005 · Suspension · 150,000 miles · NE

I just want to file a complaint in regards to the 4wd on the 1992 ford explorer. The problem is that it will not disengage from 4wd to 2wd. I feel that because of this is the reason for all the noise I hear coming from the front end. I have not replaced it because it will cost me between $300-$800 depending on what I put on it. I would like to know what I need to get this replaced? I have two smsll children that are in the vehicle with me most of the time and don't want anything to go wrong with this that will cause me to have an accident.

Filed Jun 8, 2001 · Suspension · CA

During hard braking in vehicle chassis feels like it is stopping, but cab of vehicle feels like it continues to move forward excessively. Dealership has examined vehicle and replaced "radius control arm bushing" because this component was determined to be bad. However, problem has not been corrected. *ak consumer states while braking, vehicle does not respond very well, in reverse and while turning, vehicle will thump and pop under passenger side.

Filed May 7, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · FL

The faulty engine mount and rear axle shock absorber cause extreme vibration in the entire vehicle while driving, the engine is not harmonically balanced and sets up a vibration that extends to the frame and the rear shock absorbers. *yh . Consumer states that this problem is a manufacturer defect, but manufacturer is n ot willing to take any responsibility, consumer was advised because of the age and the mileage it would be the consumer's responsibility,

Filed Feb 14, 2001 · Brakes, Suspension · FL

It is obvious that when front suspension compresses steering linkage or tie rod hits the rubber brake line. Brakes failed while driving!

Filed Feb 2, 2001 · Engine, Suspension · PA

From the beginning the explorer has had engine vibration,oil leakage problems,at 98 miles, of buying the explorer from the dealer from brand new. As to date the explorer has not been fixed, and when I have taken the explorer in to be fixed,they ask me to take it home for they done want to fix it.I have reported it to the atterney generals office,and ford wrote them a letter and said there wasn't anything wrong,but they lyied???? The engine has been fixed 22 times for oil leaks,transmittion 3 times,vibration 12 times or more,3 times for the engine missing,3 times for the engine beening noisey,and one dealer worked on it has said it can't be fixed, that ford should replace it, but this was denied by ford as the dealer had made the request. After all of this ?? This doesn't seam fair??? For we still have the explorer with all the same problems,oil leaks ,vibrations,transmittion not right,gas in the oil,and still misses. Can anything be done by you??

Filed Dec 20, 2000 · Suspension · PA

Great vehicle if I didn't have to keep replacing these front suspension parts.

Filed Dec 15, 2000 · Suspension · FL

While driving, consumer heard a loud noise and then lost temporary control of the steering wheel, vehicle hit the bridge and from the right front of the vehicle, then slide sideways, consumer says it was not a faulty tire.

Filed Oct 9, 2000 · Suspension · KS

When this bushing fails it affects the steering and control of the explorer and might be a cause of the firestone tire failers (ware and heating of tires). I have been checking other explorers and have found that almost half of the explorers I have seen show visable signs of this bushing being excessively worn. The right side bushing is next to the catalytic converter and subject to excessive heat.

Filed Sep 28, 2000 · Suspension · VA

Extreme vibration occurs while vehicle is being driven. Problem becomes more pronounced when speed is 65 MPH or when tread is beginning to separate from the tires. Please give any further details.