Table 1 shows three common wheel related problems of the 1997 Ford Expedition. The number one most common problem is related to the wheel bolts (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the wheel (nine problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel Bolts problems | |
| Wheel problems | |
| Wheel Rim problems |
While driving at 55 mph, the consumer felt the vehicle wobble and thump to the ground. The consumer lost control of the vehicle which did a three hundred sixty degree turn on the highway. When the vehicle stopped spinning the consumer found that the right rear wheel had separated from the vehicle. Read details...
A high-end after market wheel split open -with no abuse. Co. Says not covered by 2nd owner/seek knowledge of other failures of this mfgr. Too important of a piece of equip. To ignore. How many other defects? Read details...
Consumer was traveling about 60mph on highway and noticed that rear driving side wheel and rim came off. He was able to control vehicle. Vehicle had to be towed. Dealership mechanic asked consumer if a recall was done on this vehicle. Defect still there. Read details...