NHTSA investigationPE99045
Investigation PE99045: 1997–1998 Ford Explorer
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Jul 6, 1999
- Closed
- Oct 29, 1999
- Model years
- 1997–1998
Subject
Steering knuckle separations
Component: Steering
Summary
There is no summary currently available
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1998 Ford Explorer1,959 complaints
- 1997 Ford Explorer1,731 complaints
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.