Four problems related to front suspension stabilizer bar have been reported for the 1998 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
During the annual vehicle safety inspection, it was reported that the two front suspension stabilizer link bolts were broken. Each bolt had failed as a result of rust and corrosion at the upper end where it attached to the stabilizer. This resulted in a degradation of handling ability, which in a SUV vehicle with high center of gravity, could have caused a serious accident. Parts were replaced and I am retaining what is left of the failed parts for further examination.
My wife was driving our 1998 Ford Explorer "eddie bauer" and experienced a sudden pull to the left. Upon arriving at our mechanic, la autobody - newton MA, we were informed that we were missing both of our sway bars. Has there been other complaints from Ford truck owners? if so when will a recall be demanded by the NHTSA. According to our mechanic he has seen this many times and it can cause accidents on the road.
There was vibration in vehicle while driving at any speed and making a right turn. An independent mechanic examined vehicle and determined that stabilizer bar broke on left side, and needed to be replaced.
Vehicle susceptable to lateral windshear which causes temporary loss of control. Mgm.