One problem related to hydraulic power assist steering system has 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.
While driving,the vehicle would shake uncontrollable. The driver was able to maintain control by slowing down the acceleration or come to a complete stop . The consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the power steering unit needed to be replaced due to a solenoid switch. A whining sound began around 25k miles. There was a jerk in the steering wheel. At 48800k miles, the vibration was constant whenever the vehicle made turns. The power steering was replaced and the valve in the rack and pinion.
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