1994 Ford Explorer suspension problems

Filed Jun 15, 2009 · Engine, Suspension · PA

My vehicle was purchased as is and I have had some problems with it . I need rocker panels , 3 ball joints and a new muffler.

Filed Oct 17, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · 99,999 miles · WA

I was browsing for a used car and came on an add selling cars I had no vehicle I asked if they can pick me up on the other side of the clinton ferry. They said yes they will pick me up. So checked out their inventory. I picked a 1994 ford explorer little damage to the body, tires needed changing, the front windshield has damage, and rear view mirror was gone. I accepted these and asked for a test ride proceeded off the lot there was no gas making a test drive short. It was as if they rushed me through the deal nothing was said about the problems. Returning home is when I began running into problems that were safety issues. The rpms had gone to the limits of safe operation exceeding 6,000 rpms and not shifting to a hire gear making the motor screen nearly exploding the motor this is consistent every time you operate. So drove home with this problem. I accelerated and then let off the gas and it then shifted up. I gave it the gas it screamed and I let off the gas and it shifted into the higher gear I also have steering problems it pulls to the left pulling me into on going traffic, shimmies and the tie rods connected to the steering had some play in them. So when I turned left or right I had no steering until it got to certain point where it steered. The vehicle floats like a boat a strut problem. Now when I went to estimates for the repairs its parts and labor came too about the same amount I paid for the truck approximately 4,400.00. So now I have this truck I refuse to drive. I told them to come and get it and no way was I going to drive an unsafe truck so it sits in my driveway. I refuse to pay them any money. They haven't called me, nor made any deal.

Filed Jan 25, 2007 · Suspension · 42,000 miles · CA

Tl* - the contact stated that the bearings on the 1994 ford explorer were installed incorrectly. The failure mileage was 42,000. The contact cannot give details of the events leading up to the failure. The bearings were not pre-loaded. The wheels on the vehicle were vibrating. The contact was told that the previous mechanic did not preload the bearings. Once bearings were loaded properly and the vehicle no longer vibrated. *ak the reapir shop installed the bearings incorrectly, however they denied they did anything wrong. Updated 02/27/07.

Filed Feb 17, 2006 · Electrical, Suspension · 7,300 miles · WA

(1) purchase of a new 2002 ford explorer; (2) defective vehicle from the onset. Ongoing problems with serious "safety" issues. (3) have repeated taken the vehicle into the dealership, but the problems have not been rectified.

Filed Aug 9, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 88,500 miles · FL

I bought my 1994 ford explorer (4wd) in may of 1999 and have had numerous problems since. The vehicle had approximately 50900 miles when I bought it. It now has 89000 miles. I have replaced the brake rotors twice and replaced the brake pads three times. The last time I completed brake work was because the left front caliper overheated and failed. I then replaced both front calipers. There is a bad vibration problem at speeds of 55-67 MPH. I recently purchased four new tires, had them balanced, had the front end aligned, and replaced the shocks to fix this problem. It still vibrates at the above mentioned speeds. Also, the vehicle had numerous problems with the PCM (check engine light). I replaced the PCM as a last resort because I had already replaced all the sensors that could have been causing the problem. Replacing the PCM corrected the problem for about a year, but now the check engine light comes on again during initial starting and then goes out after driving about 2-3 miles. I also have a sound coming from my air vents when the A/C is turned on. Now for my most recent problem. The temperature gauge was reading hotter than normal so I overhauled the cooling system including: new thermostat, new cooling fan (old one was cracked all around the hub), new fan clutch, new radiator, new engine coolant temperature sensor, and new fluid flush and refill. The temperature gauge still reads the same. I have no idea what to do now. Any recall information you could provide would help. I have all receipts for parts purchased and work performed.

Filed Apr 9, 2003 · Suspension · 68,000 miles · AZ

The vehicle vibrated while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that all explorers experienced this vibration. The vibration has become worse and the driver feels like he's going to lose control of the vehicle.

Filed Oct 30, 2002 · Suspension · NJ

Consumer states that while driving at any speed the front end will wobble and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified ts

Filed Jul 2, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Consumer has had the front brake pads replaced 6 different times due to overheating, and also the rotors have been turned, a brake master cylinder was installed, the rear brakes shoes were adjusted and the rear drums were resurfaced, the brake light was coming on due to low brake fluid.*jb

Filed Feb 25, 2002 · Suspension · MI

While driving 55-60mph on wet pavement wheel locked ,could not straighten vehicle. Took vehicle to repair shop, and mechanic indicated that metal broke out of radius arm. Please add VIN.

Filed Jan 28, 2002 · Suspension · NY

Consumer stated that they do not own the vehicle anymore, because it was plagued with front-end problems. Their concern is that the car, if sold, will cause death or serious injury if driven on the highway.