Suspension Related Problems of the 2018 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2018 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (17 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Ford Explorer

Problem Category Number of Problems
Suspension problems
17
Front Suspension Control Arm problems
2

Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2018 Ford Explorer

The Suspension problem

Attempted to make an appointment on xxx with [xxx], 2121 w bell rd, phoenix, az 85023 phone 602-375-7400 to have the two open safety recalls completed( 26v101 & 24v031). Could not make a service appointment because the service writer said that parts were not available and had no idea of when   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Vehicle was traveling at approximately 45 mph on a smooth strait stretch of road when a loud back was heard and a sudden loss of steering resulting in striking the curb as it came to a stop. Upon inspection it appears the lower control arm failed just before the balljoint and had broken in half.   Read details...


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