Table 1 shows two common steering related problems of the 2021 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems |
Nhtsa complaint: VIN [xxx]: transmission cooler (part 7869) ruptured, mixing fluid/coolant into corrosive glycol-acid in violation of ssm 52917. Contamination dissolved wiring insulation and delaminated clutch plates, causing systemic short circuits and can-bus load-shedding. Read details...
The front tires chewed to pieces, one blew, and the dealer initially felt it was an alignment issue from the factory. Up one further inspection, they found an aluminum toe rod with a 45 degree bend. I believe this was a factory issue as we hit nothing on the highway. Read details...