1997 Ford Explorer wheels problems

12 complaints (1% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 12
of this car's complaints: 1%
crashes: 3
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
3
Hubcap/cover
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford Explorer wheels problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1997 Ford Explorer owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 1, 2013 · Wheels · 170,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact stated that the rims were completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2004 · Wheels · 103,500 miles · MN

There seems to be a burning rubber smell coming from the right rear wheel well.

Filed Jul 6, 2003 · Tires, Wheels · 130,000 miles · UT · crash

Right rear wheel detached from 1997 eddie bauer explorer on freeway near rawlins wyoming on 7-3-03 the rate of speed was approx. 70 MPH the rear tires were replaced about 4000 miles prior to the incident. I witnessed the installer torque the lugnuts to specs.

Filed Oct 1, 2001 · Wheels · MA

Vehicle would pull to the right while driving 35mph. Have taken to dealership to check on alignment. Informed not alignment. Mechanic indicated problem iwas located in wheel hub. It was not repaired.

Filed Sep 18, 2000 · Wheels · WI

Improper camber adjustment component part of original equipment does not allow wheel alignment. This causes excessive tire wear on the inside corner of the tire and poor handling of the auto. Car pulls to the right.

Filed Jan 18, 2000 · Steering, Suspension · NY

While driving at 35 MPH front right passenger's wheel collasped, causing loss of vehicle control. Dealer replaced ball joints and tie rods.

Filed Aug 31, 1998 · Body, Electrical · MI

Rusting and corrosion of the bumpers and wheels.

Filed Aug 4, 1998 · Wheels · FL

While driving at 60 MPH the rear wheels locked up. Cause unknown. Please provide any details.

Filed Apr 22, 1998 · Airbags, Brakes · FL · crash

Started applying brakes after going 30mph. Vehicle did not slow down or stop. Rearended several vehicles. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy. Left front wheel came off. Prior to impact, cv joint made knocking noise when turning. Took to dealer twice for knocking noise.

Filed Feb 18, 1998 · Body, Electrical · MI

Electrical problems with door control panel continually.

Questions about the 1997 Ford Explorer wheels

Does the 1997 Ford Explorer have wheels problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the wheels of the 1997 Ford Explorer, 1% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Ford Explorer wheels problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford Explorer wheels?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Explorer have bad wheels?

The Ford Explorer model years with the most wheels complaints are 2002 (78 complaints), 2017 (60 complaints) and 2003 (56 complaints).