Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems of the 2001 Ford F-150

: the contact stated the front tires have excessive wear. The contact has replaced the upper and lower ball joints, shocks, springs, calipers, rotors, pads, and tires however; this did not remedy the problem. The dealer is unable to determine the cause of the problem. Updated 05/10/06.

: the contact stated while pulling out of a parking lot going 5 mph a loud noise was heard coming from the vehicle. At this time the front suspension dropped down causing an abrupt stop. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, upon inspection the problem was the passenger's front lower ball joint had snapped off. Repairs have been made, the manufacturer has been alerted. Updated 3/22/2006 -.

While backing out front passenger side collapsed. Driver contacted the dealer, and was informed that the front passenger lower ball joint needed to be replaced.

Alignment facility indicated lower right and left ball joints worn at only 56k miles. Took to Ford dealer and verified condition. Most disappointing and dangerous. We would expect better quality and Ford to rectify this at no charge to consumer.

Front tires started showing extensive wear and a clunck noise when turning/ accelerating at 40,000 miles. Took to local tire store and they showed me that both lower ball joints and the idle-arm are bad and must be replaced. I will be having them replaced next week and getting new tires as well! parts will be available!.

I have a 2001, Ford F-150, 2 x 4, 4. 6l v-8, 64k miles. Nstalled new tires on vehicle. Was informed that wheel alignement could not be guaranteed due to bad lower driver side ball joint. Took vehicle to Ford dealer for second 'expert opinion" was advised both lower ball joints need replacement. This truck has all highway miles, no off road or construction type heavy load use. All joint failure should not occur at this mileage with this type of use. My opinion inferior design, workmanship, or procurement practice by Ford. Seems to be common thread occurence from my research.

During a routine inspection, the mechanic informed the consumer that the front lower ball joints were loose. The dealership did not resolve the problem.

Consumer had to replace ball joints after only 70,000 miles.

At 28000 miles, after having my tires rotated, I was informed by the dealer that both lower front ball joints needed to be replaced. At 28000 miles!. Vehicle is a 2001 Ford f150 xl pickup truck, 6 cyl. Auto. I feel that there should be a recall and Ford motor company be made to replace the defective parts at their expense!.

While driving at 55 mph heard a knocking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic noticed that both upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.

The front upper and lower ball joints are causing the tires to wear out. Please provide details.