NHTSA Complaint #10384275 — 2005 FORD EXPLORER

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	10384275
Vehicle	2005 FORD EXPLORER
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	February 12, 2011
Date Filed	February 24, 2011
Mileage	60,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

STARTED EXPLORER TO BACK OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND THE GEAR SHIFTER BROKE OFF OF THE STEERING COLUMN. HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE STEERING COLUMN FOR $1500. NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS AT ALL. *TR

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