Two problems related to steering tie rod assembly have been reported for the 2014 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2014 Explorer.
Passenger side tierod end broke off at rack and pinion assembly.
Steering gear and tie rod issue. Tie rods have failed and steering gear is going out. Dealer recommends complete replacement. Diagnosis is that steering will lock up will driving once steering gear completely fails.