1993 Ford Explorer suspension problems

Filed Jul 21, 2008 · Suspension · NY

The whole '!@#$% front end of my 93 explorer keeps falling apart after fixing it twice and it is starting to do it again. I cant keep tires on it at all.

Filed Nov 30, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · DC

Multiple failures, continually brake problems. The vehicle also overheated, thermostat replaced several times. A/c compressor malfunction, etc. *bf a blowout ripped the running board assembly, the ABS light was intermittent and the mechanic could not figure out why, the brakes locked up on the vehicle and violently skidded to a stop, the exhaust was replaced twice, there was a noise that lingered on in the front end and a loud creaking sound.

Filed Sep 25, 2002 · Brakes, Steering · CT

The vehicle had severely rusted power steering hoses which were replaced when consumer noticed seepage of fluid through the steel lines.

Filed May 1, 2002 · Suspension, Tires · FL

I have had 3 blowouts at 60-70 MPH all on the right rear, 2 with firestone and 1 with goodyear, also premature right rear wheel bearing failure that I feel have been caused by vibration at hiway speeds. Ford has a tsb 96-04-16 that repairs this vibration at a cost of $1600. With the explorer these failures are a serious safety concern and should be made a safety recall made available to all 90-94 explorer owners at no cost . Thank you.

Filed Dec 19, 2001 · Suspension · TX

Ball joints are completely shot. Consumer feels wheel could fall off. Please provide any further information.

Filed Oct 1, 2001 · Suspension · NE

On icey road the vehicle started sliding sideways and enter into a ditch and tipped over. Vehicle tipped over one other time in the driveway after making an sharp turn.

Filed Jul 17, 2001 · Suspension · WA

The car shakes at speeds in excess of 65 MPH. It shake soo much I believe we are damaging parts of the car that could lead to and accident or premature deterioration and wear and tear. I am not satisfied with the dealers response sighting normal wear and tear. I beleive there to be a design problem with this car more than normal wear and tear. Other problems I have had with this car include 3 front end wheel bearing replacements which in hindsight might have been caused by this vibration before it became so noticeable. I am very unhappy with the performance of the engine mounts. They are a basic and integral part of the car tha should not wear out. I am concerned enough that this severe vibration could cause an accident and warrants consideration from the federal safety agency and ford motor company.

Filed Feb 1, 2001 · Suspension · GA · crash · 1 injury

The problem first displayed itself at 8000 miles, I contacted the dealer and was told to bring it in. On 7/14/93 they did a front end alignment. When I picked it up I questioned the unusual tire wear on the front, they told me there was nothing they could do, about this. This condition persisted and I again contacted the dealer and was told to bring it in on 10/19/193. They performed another front end alignment and rotated the tires due to the exterme wear. The problem continued I again called the dealer and was advised to bring it in on 2/11/94 at which time another realignment was performed and a part replaced. The problem only became worse I again contacted the dealer and was stalled repeatedly. In desperation I contacted the ford rep in atlanta (matt darnell) and requested his assistance. Again I was stalled almost ignored, the problem became so bad while waiting for mr. Darnell that I was forced to take it to firestone who performed another front end alignment and rebalanced the tires. The tires were worn so badly by this time , the damage had been done. There were other repairs made to this vehicle by claxton lawrence ford who at one point refused to repair it because we did not purchase it there. At this point we had to contact ford directly and threaten legal action in order to effect repairs. At this time the explorer was new on the market and information that is now widely available was not available to us or others. It is my belief that ford motor company knowingly knew they had problems and now that I reflect back on it mr. Darnell alluded to me in one conversation to that effect, but at the time I did not put it together. I too was involved in a roll over with my explorer and it was totally destroyed along with my life and career. Had ford been more forthcoming with information that they had things may have been different for myself and many others. I have contacted an attorney who told me to much time had passed for me to take my case to court.

Filed Nov 20, 2000 · Brakes, Suspension · TX

Faulty suspension caused shimmy/vibration in vehicle while driving, consumer has balanced and rotated the tires 4 times, replaced radius arm bushing, alignment, replaced inner and outer bearings, replaced shocks and replaced the goodyear tires, the consumer later found out about tsb 960415a, the dealer refuses to fix the problem at their expense.

Filed Oct 17, 2000 · Suspension · FL

Vibration at 60 MPH and above. Have replaced 3 sets of tires (good year) and vibration persist. Other used sets of tires resold and no vibration was reported by new owners. Was told that this is a problem with ford explorer by tire balancing company. They also stated that they believed the problem may be in the suspension.