10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #1

Sep 271997

Explorer

  • miles
While driving 45 mph and making a right curve the defective suspension leaf spring broke, causing the vehicle to flip in the air. Had a rollover and landed on the side of the vehicle. Dealer said the leaf spring broke due to the occupant's driving.

- Tecumseh, MI, USA

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