1995 Ford Explorer: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Feb 21, 2012 · Brakes · WA

I am wirting because there are several recalls on my vehicle howerver I was told that the recalls are VIN specific. Meaning that even though my vehicle is experianceing the same problems of cars that have been recalled of the same make model and model year the manufacture is not required to correct the defect. I have a problem witth that because it places the public at risk. In my case I have a 1995 ford explorer. The vehicle has been recalled for problems with the tie rods, sway bar links, and brakes. All issues that are saftey related. I have talked with other owners with the same car that have the excat issues. Obviously the problem is systemic and places the public at risk as this was one of the best selling models of that year. I am asking that you issue a recall all vehicles of this make and model for that year. This would alleviate the saftey risk casued by the defect. I believe that your office and the manufacture should take reasonable steps to adress the issue and act in the publics interest. Please contact me.

Filed Jan 21, 2012 · Body, Brakes · 65,000 miles · WA

I have a 1995 ford explorer and the dealer refuses to honor some of the recalls that have been ordered for my vehicle the recalls are listed below recall date: mar 15, 1995 model affected: 1995 ford explorer summary: the inner tie rod assemblies were improperly manufactured and can fracture causing shaking or shimmy at low speeds. Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods and replace the suspect tie rods. Potential units affected: 49300 recall date: mar 15, 1995 model affected: 1995 ford explorer summary: in some of the vehicles, brake tubes were misrouted between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit and results in exceeding the allowable stopping distances as required by fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems." in addition, seals within the master cylinder could be abraded by this condition over time resulting in an internal leak and a further reduction in brake performance. Remedy: dealers will reroute the brake tubes. Potential units affected: 8100 recall date: jan 31, 1996 model affected: 1995 ford explorer summary: vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will reinforce the bracket attachments of the rear liftgate gas assist cylinders which could pull away from the inside of the liftgate. Remedy: ford dealers will reinforce the bracket attachments. Potential units affected: 1029380 recall date: nov 28, 2000 model affected: 1995 ford explorer summary: vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under certain conditions, a front sway bar link can fracture. Dealers will replace both the left and right front sway bar links. Potential units affected: 810,000.

Filed Nov 16, 2008 · Steering · 147,249 miles · CA

Went over railroad tracks and suddenly the front end began to jump and skid on the front passenger side. When the car got pulled over to the side of the road and we looked at it, the tire was completely turned sideways. We had it towed home. I checked under the front end in the morning and found a part of the tie rod completely broken.

Filed Aug 30, 2007 · Electrical, Steering · 136,500 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford explorer. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle made extremely loud noises and became difficult to maneuver. The dealer stated that the tie rod assembly, odometer, and stabilizer bar all failed. The current mileage was 138,000 and failure mileage was 136,500. Updated 10/23/07

Filed Aug 3, 2006 · Steering · 110,000 miles · CO

Dt*: the contact stated there was a clunking noise coming from the front end. The steering wheel shimmied at low speeds. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 95v053000, regarding the steering: linkages: tie rod assembly. The dealership was not contacted. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

Filed Nov 18, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · 160,000 miles · TN

Dt: the contact stated there was the federal safety agency recall 95v053000 concerning tie rod assembly, and recall 95v052000 concerning service brakes; hoses, lines, piping and fittings. This vehicle experienced the same problems as indicated in the recalls, but was not included in the recalls due to VIN. No repairs have been made at this time.

Filed Apr 22, 2004 · Steering · KS

While turning right or left at low speeds vehicle shook. Consumer drove the vehicle to a body shop for inspection, and mechanic determined that the tie rods needed to be replaced.

Filed Nov 6, 2002 · Steering, Suspension · 55,714 miles · WI

The lower ball joints and the front outer tie rod end had to be replaced.mr. Consumer stated the lower ball joints were loose and had to be replaced for a second time.

Filed Oct 2, 2002 · Brakes, Steering · OH

Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes they can hear a loud noise and the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Nlmthe ABS sensor went bad causing the front disc brake to wear quickly. There was a recall issued regarding the front sway bar links. Consuemr was charged for labor and parts. Also the front lower ball joints were replaced as well as the outer tie rods.

Filed Jun 4, 2002 · Suspension · KY

A crinking sound would come from wheel area while driving, dealer notified, and informed consumer that front ball joints needed replacement for lack of lubrication in rubber seal. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Feb 26, 2002 · Brakes, Suspension · MA

Front stablizer and sway bar have broken in the past 4 years, front tires can not be aligned and wear out faster because of this failure. *ak consumer states front stabalizer links were replaced due to on going complications, both front wheels bearing hub assembly failed, the front brake pads and rotors were replaced, and the front ball joints have some play.

Filed Feb 6, 2001 · Suspension · PA

While traveling sway bar links broke. Recall 00v402000/ manufacturer's recall 00s47 for stabilizer bar didn't cover lower ball joint that broke. Dealer wouldn't cover what was caused by recall.