Two problems related to steering linkages have been reported for the 2001 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2001 Explorer.
Just completed 20 mile interstate drive, pulled into parking lot and heard a thump,stepped out to see the problem and right front wheel was cocked at 45 degree angle while left was straight. Vehicle towed to dealer and repaired. There was no indication of any problem beforehand. If assembly had failed 5 minutes earlier, could have resulted in serious accident or fatality.
Theycantgeta partyettofixtheproblem. No safety defect.