Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems | |
| Rear Suspension Leaf Spring problems |
Severe clanking/banging noise in passenger rear. Replaced shocks. Noise worsened. Researched and found numerous complaints regarding body mounts with Ford Explorer Sport vehicles. Upon investigation - reaching up under vehicle found no "body insulator left on passenger side rear and on driver Read details...
I have a 2003 Ford explorer that I have had to replace both front wheel bearings and now 1 or both of the rear ones are bad. Read details...
While driving 50 mph rear leaf springs failed. As a result, rear end collapsed, and vehicle could not be be driven. Dealer stated the part will not be available until January 2005. Read details...