Steering Related Problems of the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Table 1 shows one common steering related problems of the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.

Table 1. Steering related problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering problems
2

Steering problem #1

Tl the contact owned a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. While driving 40 mph in inclement weather and road conditions, there was a loss of traction and steering ability. The vehicle spun out of control, rolled over at least five times, and crashed into a ditch. The seat belt restrained the driver; however, the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained extensive bruising on the right side of the body, which required medical attention. A police report was filed. Miller motor sales inc (1196 milwaukee Ave, burlington, WI 53105, (888) 449-0974) was notified. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to a yard by the insurance company. The approximate failure mileage was 204,000.

Steering problem #2

When driving at any speed vehicle vibrated consumer contacted WI dealership about this issue.


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