1995 Ford Explorer Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 93about this part
- Share
- 11%of 843 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 127,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 93 complaints about the suspension of the 1995 Ford Explorer, 11% of the 843 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 127,000 miles. 6 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 1995 Ford Explorer and the dealer refuses to honor some of the recalls that have been ordered for my vehicle the recalls are listed below recall date: mar 15, 1995 model affected: 1995 Ford Explorer summary: the inner tie rod assemblies were improperly manufactured and can fracture causing shaking or shimmy at low speeds. Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods and replace the suspect tie rods. …”
NHTSA complaint #10444749, filed 2012-01, 65,000 miles“The steering column and all the parts associated with the steering of the vehicle were affected when the bolts that hold the clamps that secure the bushings to the steering column began to loosen. I examined the area carefully and noticed that because the bolts loosened, the clamps were given too much play. Within a short while, a month or two, the entire steering column and the shifter were completely secured by one broken clamp that held its place because of the bushings and a loose bolt. The other clamp was also broken but was laying on the floor board. It wasn't an expensive fix. …”
NHTSA complaint #11209182, filed 2019-05, 175,000 miles“Front driver's side sway bar link fractured. The link had already been replaced as part of the nov. 28, 2000 NHTSA recall 00v402000, which was performed because, under certain conditions, a front sway bar link can fracture.”
NHTSA complaint #10253786, filed 2009-01, 135,000 miles“1995 Ford Explorer overdrive light blinks. Resulting in $700 repair bill. In researching this problem it appears to be wide spread going over several model years.”
NHTSA complaint #10216505, filed 2008-01, 89,000 miles“Front suspension; the right front wheel and sterring wheel vibrate and shimmy at all speeds. The truck has never sat right it always seems to be leaning.”
NHTSA complaint #10007661, filed 2003-02, 122,000 milesRelated recalls
- 00V402000Nov 28, 2000Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under certain conditions, a front sway bar link can fracture.Covers: Ford Explorer 1995–1997, Mercury Mountaineer 1997
Related service bulletins
- 10204995Nov 28, 2000Letter Pursuant to Part 573 of Title 49 of the Code fof Federal Regulations, Defect and Noncompliance Reports, Ford Motor Company submits the following information concerning a…
- 10076008Nov 28, 2000This recall action involves replacement of the front stabilizer bar links in certain 1995 through 1997 model year Explorer and Mountaineer vehicles. Under certain conditions…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 3% |
| 2024 | 3 | 14% |
| 2023 | 14 | 13% |
| 2022 | 13 | 5% |
| 2021 | 15 | 3% |
| 2020 | 36 | 3% |
| 2019 | 11 | 4% |
| 2018 | 23 | 3% |
| 2017 | 58 | 3% |
| 2016 | 73 | 3% |
| 2015 | 83 | 5% |
| 2014 | 103 | 6% |
| 2013 | 79 | 4% |
| 2012 | 22 | 3% |
| 2011 | 24 | 2% |
| 2010 | 4 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 | 5 | 1% |
| 2005 | 15 | 3% |
| 2004 | 37 | 3% |
| 2003 | 63 | 6% |
| 2002 | 422 | 13% |
| 2001 | 43 | 11% |
| 2000 | 62 | 7% |
| 1999 | 65 | 5% |
| 1998 | 111 | 6% |
| 1997 | 105 | 6% |
| 1996 | 97 | 7% |
| 1995 | 93 | 11% |
| 1994 | 65 | 5% |
| 1993 | 59 | 6% |
| 1992 | 60 | 9% |
| 1991 | 33 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1995 Ford Explorer
205 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
119 complaintsVehicle speed control
81 complaintsBrakes
80 complaintsSeat belts
59 complaintsElectrical system
55 complaintsSteering
52 complaintsEngine cooling
45 complaintsBody and structure
39 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsSeats
19 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Ford Explorer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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