1992 Ford Explorer suspension problems
60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1992 Ford Explorer — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford explorer xlt. The contact states while driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions. There was a loud squealing noise coming from the front end of the vehicle . There was also excessive vibration. The driver continued operation with caution. Whenever the…”
filed Sep 2, 2009
“I just want to file a complaint in regards to the 4wd on the 1992 ford explorer. The problem is that it will not disengage from 4wd to 2wd. I feel that because of this is the reason for all the noise I hear coming from the front end. I have not replaced it because it will cost me between $300-$800…”
filed Jan 16, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving. *tt
16735 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2003
Suspension problems in other Explorer years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Explorer | 3 | 3% |
| 2024 Explorer | 3 | 16% |
| 2023 Explorer | 13 | 13% |
| 2022 Explorer | 11 | 4% |
| 2021 Explorer | 15 | 4% |
| 2020 Explorer | 35 | 3% |
| 2019 Explorer | 10 | 3% |
| 2018 Explorer | 21 | 3% |
| 2017 Explorer | 56 | 3% |
| 2016 Explorer | 73 | 3% |
| 2015 Explorer | 82 | 5% |
| 2014 Explorer | 102 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1992 Ford Explorer
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.