Front Seat Recliner problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Three problems related to front seat recliner have been reported for the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac based on all problems reported for the 2001 Explorer Sport Trac.

1 Front Seat Recliner problem

Failure Date: 08/18/2005

I found a recall dated Aug. 5, 2003 on autosite. Com, but was informed that my VIN number was not in that particular recall by bohn Ford. I have a 2001 Ford sports trac. My seats just fall back without warning, does an accident have to occur for my seats to be repaired by Ford? shouldn't this be their responsibility? what vehicles were recalled in Aug. 5, 2003 if not my make and model?.

2 Front Seat Recliner problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2004

The driver's seat was unable to recline or able to move forward making the ability to drive for a taller person difficult. The consumer also heard a clicking noise when the heater was on. Manufacturer was contacted by owner.

3 Front Seat Recliner problem

Driver's side seat track had a failure that caused it to squeak and not to work efficiently. Dealership replaced this part 5 times, but problem still occurs.


Other Seats related problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Front Seat Recliner problems
3
Seats problems
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