1999 Ford Explorer steering problems

Filed Nov 21, 2017 · Steering · 130,000 miles · PA

The gearshift on the column is loose and does not line up properly with the gear indicator. When its in park it still drifts forward unless the gear shift is pushed up pass park. This is a safety hazard which I was told this problem has existed for some time in these year ford explorers.

Filed Jun 10, 2016 · Airbags, Steering · 186,200 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. While driving at various speeds with the driver side turn signal engaged, a puff of smoke emitted from the steering wheel without warning. The contact stated that the failure recurred five times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). The failure mileage was 186,200.

Filed Nov 3, 2009 · Electrical, Steering · 170,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. While proceeding from a complete stop at 10 MPH smoke began emanating from the steering column. A warning indicator illuminated on the instrument control panel for a very brief period of time. He continued vehicle operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000. The current mileage was 175,000. Updated 12/08/09. *lj updated 12/10/09.

Filed Dec 5, 2007 · Steering · 150,000 miles · TX · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle veered into the left lane then the vehicle rolled over. The road conditions were wet. The tow truck towed the vehicle home because the crash destroyed the vehicle. As of december 5, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. There was a previous roll over crash however, the vehicle had been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 150,000.

Filed Sep 13, 2007 · Steering · 1 miles · KS

The steering ratio is much too quick on my 1999 ford explorer. Other owners of this vehicle have voiced the same concern to me. Ie: on the the hiway just a very slight movement in the steering wheel translates into a lurch of the vehicle in that direction. Very dangerous!

Filed Aug 28, 2007 · Steering · 124,776 miles · OR · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. While driving 35 MPH, the steering column fumed. A mechanic replaced the combination switch located in the steering column. The current mileage was 133,975 and failure mileage was 124,776. *updated 12/12/2007 *bf the consumer stated for several days prior to 3/2/07, he noticed an odor similar to burning trash. The steering column was smoking and the vehicle was then towed to a repair shop. The consumer stated the cost of repairs was in the amount of $212.54. Updated 12/12/07

Filed Jun 8, 2005 · Steering · 12,000 miles · TX

Dt: consumer states that the steering wheel began smoking while driving, and she kept on driving and it stopped. It happened nc ebefore about a month ago. Consumer was worried that the vehicle will explode on her.

Filed Oct 5, 2004 · Airbags, Steering · 59,000 miles · OH · crash · 1 injury

While driving at 65 MPH vehicle lost power steering. The steering wheel tightened, and consumer lost control to the vehicle, and it crashed into a cement wall, rolling over several times before stopping. Upon impact, air bags failed to deploy. Driver sustained third degree road rash burn on the left side of their body which started from their shoulder to the thigh area.

Filed Mar 8, 2004 · Steering · 70,000 miles · NY

While driving 30 MPH steering wheel swayed away from the consumer. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Steering · KY

Steering very unstable?.......have to struggle to keep vehicle on the road when there are pavement problems such as cracks and crevices, etc..... Have never driven a vehicle with this problem before and have driven quite a few cars..didnt notice it until after the mileage meter got to 54,000 mark...... Also have read the death rating in 40 MPH crashes was much higher than usual at crash test. Com......why??????