Wheel Problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Ford Explorer Sport Trac owners have reported 15 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel bolts (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel problems
12
Wheel Bolts problems
2
Wheel Rim problems
1

Recently reported Wheel problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The Wheel problem

The front, driver's side, tire came apart and caused considerable damage to my vehicle's body and possibly other damages not seen. I need to take the vehicle to a mechanic for an inspection to see if there are other damages. The tire is a good year eagle rs-a. The dot # is 4b08 dlwr 3701.   Read details...

The Wheel Bolts problem

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the rear passenger side wheel detached from the vehicle. Upon examining the wheel, the contact noticed that all of the bolts which held the wheel in place were sheered off.   Read details...

The Wheel Rim problem

Wheels stuck, cannot remove wheels to check brakes or rotate tires. I don't know what to do if I get a flat tire.   Read details...




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