7.4
pretty bad- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 7,090 miles
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I own a 1998 Ford Explorer. In January I took it to be serviced because the steering seemed off and I do alot of highway driving. The problem turned out to be the suspension--the upper ball joint separation. I was told I was an accident waiting to happen. This was a very costly repair and I would hope this could be investigated to prevent any accidents that could occur if this is a problem that no one realizes is out there.
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
No description given.
- Cincinnati, OH, USA
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning upper ball joints broke, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Please fill in additional information.
- Albertville, AL, USA
There was squeaking noise coming from front of vehicle as if shocks were going bad in vehicle. In March, dealership informed her that there was nothing wrong with vehicle. On May 11, 2001- after the warranty expired, dealership informed consumer that following components needed to be replaced: Both upper ball joints, right outer tie rod, and alignment. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
- Plymouth, MA, USA
Upper ball joints failed.
- Kensington, CT, USA
- Marblehead, MA, USA