The Ford Explorer has been a popular SUV choice, thanks to its rugged design and versatility. The 2023 Ford Explorer model promised new features and an improved design, but many owners have experienced 2023 Ford Explorer vibration problems and complaints.
Keep reading to learn about the 2023 Ford Explorer vibration problems and how you can use the lemon law for help.
2023 Ford Explorer Vibration Problem Summary
The Problem: Owners of 2023 Ford Explorer have reported alignment problems consisting of severe vibrations and wobbling between 25-50 MPH.
The Repair: Ford has acknowledged the vibration problems and has directed Ford Explorer owners to reach out to their local dealerships for alignment checks and repairs.
NHTSA Campaign Number: TSB 23-2072: For 2020 – 2023 Ford Explorer Vibration Problems.
Vibrations with the 2023 Ford Explorer
Many 2023 Ford Explorer owners have felt severe vibrations and wobbling at speeds between 25 to 50 MPH.
Just read the complaint by a Ford Explorer owner to a Explorer Forum
I have just got my 2023 Ford explorer and I have noticed a very annoying vibration starts from speeds of 45. It came to my attention that this is a common problem and yet not to be solved….The Explorer was sent back to the dealer and he insist that nothing wrong with the car after he changed the tires, but it still feels it the same .
Another Ford Explorer owner states to NHTSA the following vibration problem
At 36-42 mph the 2023 Ford Explorer vibrates…it is clear something is not right….I have had it checked and because there is no recall or a faulty light coming on or a sensor in my computer module, there is nothing Ford can do they say. They did tell me that Ford is aware of this (vibration) as there are about 8 other vehicles they have seen that have this same issue. I am thinking the drive shaft is not balanced properly, I have done some research online and others have complained about this too.
2023 Ford Explorer Vibration TSB
Ford has received numerous complaints regarding the Explorer driveline vibrations during speeds of 25 to 50 MPH. As a result of the vibration complaints, a TSB was issued for the 2023 Ford Explorer as well as as other models.
On September 19, 2023 a Technical Service Bulletin was issued for the Ford Explorer driveline vibration problems.
According to the 2023 Ford Explorer Driveline Vibration TSB:
The 2023 Ford Explorer may experience a vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console at 25-50 mph (40-80 km/h). This may be due to constant velocity (CV) joint instability at dynamic angles close to zero.
In addition to the 2023 Ford Explorer driveline vibration TSB the following vehicles were also included :
2023 Ford Explorer Vibration Repair
According to the Ford Explorer TSB, NHTSA 23-2072 the following repairs are to be completed by Ford Explorer dealers for a driveline vibration:
- Remove one of the driveshaft center bearing bolts
- Insert the shim between the driveshaft center bearing bracket and the body where the bolt was removed
- Install the longer driveshaft center bearing bracket bolt
- Hand tighten the driveshaft center bearing bracket bolt
- Repeat Steps 1-4 for the other driveshaft center bearing bracket bolt
- Tighten the new longer driveshaft center bearing bracket bolts to 35 lb-ft.
Lemon Law Information for your 2023 Ford Explorer Vibration Problems
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