Suspension Problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The cab to frame mounting bolt bushings, and steering stabilizer bushings are have and are crumbling. All need to be replaced. I feel Ford is aware of this problem and should have to fix it. I just inherited this truck and just found out about this. Thank you.

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Discovered underneath the body where the body and frame meet for the body mount bushings, they have nearly disintegrated on all four bushings located under the driver and passenger seats. These bushings were made of some inferior foam material whereas the rear bushings are rubber and still in very good condition. The repair for this defect will cost around $600 to $1,300 and if not done will result in the cab falling directly onto the frame thus creating numerous safety problems including structural integrity failure of the truck. This problem affects all sport tracs made from 2001 to 2005. The included pics begin with the driver side (driver seat) front bushing, driver side (rear seat) bushing, passenger side (front seat) bushing, passenger side (rear seat) bushing and finally the passenger side rear and driver side rear bushings (both in excellent shape and made of entirely different material) disclaimer: this truck has never been exposed to any salt water (beach) environment nor winter weather environment (where salt was used), or mud riding of any time nor has been driven through flooded areas which could lead to the condition of the bushings. Vehicle odometer reading is 125,496.

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Driving on paved road, clear weather entering a left bank, turned steering wheel towards left at 30 mph. Truck started to shimmied and loose control. Immediately applied brake & stopped vehicle. Back right wheel missing 2 wheel studs. Had tires exchange 400 miles prior, no problem with studs. Mechanic is now replacing rear axel.

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Vehicle body mounts have dried out and crumbles when touched. This deterioration causes the body to ride on top of the frame which could eventually result in other vehicle damage and possible safety issues. The worse I have seen on a Ford.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Ford explorer. The contact stated that after inspecting the vehicle , he discovered that the frame was rusted and parts was fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame, the front and rear motor mounts was rusted and needed be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred with the front end motor mount. The contact also mentioned that while driving approximately 40 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver and passenger side pinion and barons and seals needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,000. Ss.

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Vehicle body mounts have dried out and crumbles when touched. This deterioration causes the body to ride on top of the frame which could eventually result in other vehicle damage and possible safety issues. Appears the product was made of substandard material and has been worn out for quite a few years.

The body mount insulators deteoriated and the body could come loose from the chassis. Ford wants over 3000 dollars for this repair which is an obvious material flaw.

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They were rotten and falling apart, I was looking online and everybody had the same problem. That should be a manufactured recall. It's a safety hazard.

Found that after approx. 80,000 miles that all the body support bushing had dried out and crumbled. . This cause sever lack of control. Cornering was accompanied with loud body metal banging. The truck was taken out of service and repaired. The body was raised off the frame and all bushing where replaced at the owners expense. Ford would not complete this work under warranty even though it is a gross safety issue.

I am experiencing a loud clanking and crashing sound emitting from under vehicle while driving on public highways with minimal bumps at various speeds with increased roll movement while cornering. After investigation, I found the body mounts to be crumbling apart, body mounts missing large chunks of material and other body mounts are soft and jelly like when touched. These Ford body mounts have been engineered improperly and have reached a premature failed state. This affects the roll of the vehicle and may pose grave danger to vehicle passengers when performing a lane change or any vehicle roll maneuver and affects vehicle control. This is a major safety issue and needs to be addressed immediately. After a internet search, I have discovered this to be an issue with thousands of Ford Explorer Sport Trac owners and other Ford trucks as well. I am the original owner of the vehicle. This vehicle has been in florida from 2002-2010, and in georgia from 2011-present and has never been exposed to salt, snow or any abnormal environment to cause this failure. This vehicle has not been modified in any way.

Tires cupping and whine at about 40 mph and up.

Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that while performing routine maintenance he noticed that the body bushing had deteriorated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,000 and current mileage was 132,000. Pmb.

Body mounts under floor are deteriorated. When driving and going over bumps, vehicle sounds like it is "bottoming out" as a loud clunk can be heard and felt under your feet. Upon inspection, at least 4 mounts are roughly 75% deteriorated or more.

Sub frame body mounts are falling apart. I noticed this in 2008 but did not know what it was. Car has less than 72000 miles and is garaged, no off road use. Mounts are brittle and fall of vehicle. Ford says --so sad too bad. Never seen mounts fall apart and I have owned vehicles for over 40 years.

For several years, the body mounts on my truck have been crumbling due to poor materials used at the factory. I know of many others who have had this same problem, and since the mounts are difficult and expensive to replace I know many have avoided doing so. Ford should be made to recall these vehicles (which range from 2001-2005) and replace these shoddy parts (if they haven't crumbled completely away like mine) before someone is injured.

1) improper alignment specifications 2) destruction of all 4 goodyear tires 3) Ford denied to replace tires although there is a technical service bulletin (05-11-11) pertaining to this issue.

I had uneven wear on my tires that were the original tires from the factory. I bought the car new from the Ford dealer. I was told that the tire specs and brand were not the ideal type for this kind of vehicle. No warranty coverage given. I did buy michelin at owl and they have held up to present 2014 at 106250 miles.

- the contact owns a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. There was a vibration in the vehicle, and the vibration increased as the speed increased. The failure happened intermittently, however , the frequency was starting to increase. There were no warning indicators. The failure mileage was 100 miles. The dealer had diagnosed the vehicle as needing new tires. The tires were replaced and the vibration continued. The dealer then diagnosed the failure as characteristic of the vehicle. The contact has repair invoices. The current mileage was 39,000.

I own a 2004 Ford sport trac XLT with goodyear wrangler rt/s tires (m+s p255/70r16). I have the tires rotated every 3 to 5 thousand miles. Problem is the tires keep cupping out, which creates a less safe driving environment and causes excessive road noise. I've been told by the local tire store that this is a systemic problem with the vehicle and buying new tires will not correct it. How should I proceed to have this issue corrected? note, the wheels are within alignment specifications. Please advise. . . Thanks.

2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac ran into guardrail twice on two different occasions during inclement weather. While driving 70 km a cross wind blew the rear of the truck causing the vehicle to hit a guardrail. Another time the consumer was driving 55 km with the 4wd on when the consumer lost control an hit a guardrail on the passenger side. When the passenger side wheel grabbed the slush about 1 inch thick, the consumer released off of the accelerator, slightly corrected the steering to bring the vehicle back but the vehicle kept going to the right, hit three posts and then came back.

The engineering of the suspension is such that the truck is unsafe to drive on anything but a straight perfectly smooth road. Any dips, bumps, or curves may cause loss of control.

While driving at 20 mph and turning right or left vehicle lifted on its own. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.