This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact stated that the rims were completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
Improper camber adjustment component part of original equipment does not allow wheel alignment. This causes excessive tire wear on the inside corner of the tire and poor handling of the auto. Car pulls to the right.
Started applying brakes after going 30mph. Vehicle did not slow down or stop. Rearended several vehicles. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy. Left front wheel came off. Prior to impact, cv joint made knocking noise when turning. Took to dealer twice for knocking noise.
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- Berrien Springs , MI, USA