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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1996 Ford Explorer steering problems

steering problem

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1996 Ford Explorer Owner Comments

problem #4

Feb 052001

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

During a routine transmission fluid and filter change I discovered a potential problem.during the refill and check of proper fluid level the dipstick gives a false indication that the fluid is at the correct level. It indicated to me that the level was over full. This was even verified by a certified ase technician at a local walmart. He noted the level was low. I discovered that you have to look at the opposite side of the dipstick to acquire the correct reading. By doing this I discovered the fluid was nearly 2 quarts low. The reading on the front side never changed where the cross hatched indicators are. This could be fixed by a simple change in the dipstick. This presents a problem of transmission failure due to improper fluid levels. I believe owners should be notified.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #3

Jul 141999

Explorer

  • miles
Tow rod rusted and broke, causing vehicle to vibrate while driving, as driver touch the brake to slow vehicle she lost control, hit a guard rail and landed on the roof breaking mothers neck.

- Sarasota, FL, USA

problem #2

Jul 141999

Explorer

  • miles
Tow rod rusted and broke, causing vehicle to vibrate while driving, as driver touch the brake to slow vehicle she lost control, hit a guard rail and landed on the roof breaking mothers neck.

- Sarasota, FL, USA

problem #1

Sep 121997

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Power steering made a squealing noise due to a defective power steering rack. Also inner tie rods and cv boot malfunctioned.

- St Albert, CD, USA

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