Constant Velocity Joint Problems of Ford Explorer

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer. While driving 35 mph, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. He examined the vehicle and noticed that the tire was rubbing against the a frame in the front end of the vehicle. Prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the brakes were taking a longer period of time to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the cv joint and bearing hubs needed to be replaced. The vehicle has been repaired by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 119,000.

See all problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer 🔎.

Noted "clicking" noise when wheel turned at slow speed, assumed cv joints were going bad. However, dealer said that lug nuts were loose, and when tightened the noise stopped. What is notable is that the wheels have never been off, so this condition originated at the factory. Dealer says owner at fault and charged for the repairs. Owner says this a factory defect and a significant safety item and insist it be covered under warranty. At impass.

While driving 75mph a loud boom noise was suddenly heard. Vehicle was thumping and vibrating. Steering was very shaky. Managed to get off highway, and stopped vehicle to check. There wasn't any problem with tires blowing out. Limped into road service. Mechanic informed owner the c v joints attached to transmission transfer case had blown. Front driveline was removed & replaced, but vibrations still appeared. Contacted manufacturer, and informed vehicle was a lemon.

See all problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer 🔎.

While driving on highway started slowing down and heard a clunking noise. When let go the gas pedal, all 4 wheels locked up. Also, cv joint on the front driveshaft had separated.

See all problems of the 1997 Ford Explorer 🔎.

Power steering made a squealing noise due to a defective power steering rack. Also inner tie rods and cv boot malfunctioned.

See all problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer 🔎.