Suspension Related Problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows eleven common suspension related problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (seven problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer

The Suspension problem

The vehicle rolled over on its side on dry pavement on the fwy at the posted speed limit in good weather conditions. No other vehicle was involved, the car skided when I attempted to change lanes. I went into a skid and the car turned on its side.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

While driving at 45mph, the vehicle will make a vibration making hard to drive. Dealer has inspected four times. Please provide further information. As you mentioned you bought this vehicle on 10/26/2002 call 800/922-1594 state attorney general office for lemon law. Ts   Read details...

The Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

At 37,741 miles,my 2001 Ford vehicle had to have its lower right and left ball joints replaced because they were in dangerous condition according to the Ford repair shop. It seems to me they had to be defective from day one in order to both fail at this low mileage.   Read details...


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