2023 Ford Explorer: Right front suspension failed causing accident
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2023 Explorer report: right front suspension failed causing accident. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 8,350 miles.
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints for the 2023 Explorer in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11767501 (filed 09/28/2026): “I am submitting this complaint involving suspension on 2023 ford explorer. dealership has replaced the right front stunt mount two times. the problem is still not corrected.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11749497 (filed 07/10/2026): “Faint popping and knocking sound coming from front suspension, loud clunk coming from rear suspension when going over bumps. both seem to cause vehicle to be floaty while driving. also headlights sometime flicker while driving with switch in auto position a…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: refund or replacement vehicle (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Shocks/struts can be DIY with proper spring compressors; air suspension diagnosis needs a scan tool. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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