Table 1 shows nine common steering related problems of the 1999 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (four problems).
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. Read details...
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. Read details...
Consumer states that while driving with cruise control on and without warning the button snap and consumer was unable to disengage the cruise control. Dealer notified ts Read details...