10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
10,000 miles

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problem #2

Mar 132005

Explorer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When adjusting steering wheel for different levels it won't lock in position. With the slightest pressure on the steering wheel it will fall into driver's hands. Has not taken vehicle to a dealer.

- Flushing, OH, USA

problem #1

Apr 152004

Explorer

  • 20,000 miles
While driving steering wheel became loose and would only steer to the left. This resulted in vehicle going over an embankment.

- Bluefield, WV, USA