2021 Ford Explorer Suspension Parts

This table covers the cam bolts and plates used to set camber at the knuckle. Typical signs include warpage, cracks, or a plate that no longer locates the assembly. Confirm which plate the notes describe — backing plates, clutch plates and strike plates are different parts. Read more

11 Alignment Bolt / Camber Plate parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from ACDELCO, MOOG, SKP and 4 other brands. MOOG K90476 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Explorer.

The Daily Driver section lists 6 options from ACDELCO, MOOG and DELPHI — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MOOG K90476 is listed in this group.

In the Economy grade, SKP, DORMAN, FVP and 1 other brand supply 5 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SK100024.

This table covers the ball joints that articulate each control arm at the knuckle. Read more

9 Ball Joint parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT, MEVOTECH and DORMAN. MEVOTECH MS40553 carries the "Popular" badge.

The Daily Driver section: 4 options from MOTORCRAFT, MEVOTECH and DORMAN. MEVOTECH MS40553 is listed in this group.

The Premium section lists 1 option from MEVOTECH — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. MEVOTECH TXMS40553 is listed in this group.

4 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Listed part numbers: MEVOTECH MS40553, DORMAN 540043 and MOTORCRAFT MCF2521, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the control arms that locate each hub relative to the chassis. Typical signs include clunks over bumps, a wander on the highway, or inner-edge tire wear. Get an alignment after any control-arm work, and inspect the ball joint and bushings that came with the arm. Read more

42 Control Arm parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from MEVOTECH, MOTORCRAFT, MOOG and 4 other brands. DORMAN 520177 carries the "Popular" badge. Daily Driver, Economy and Premium are all represented, and Daily Driver alone accounts for 31 parts.

This table covers the bushings pressed into each control arm. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

SUSPENSIA supplies both parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Explorer.

Part numbers include SUSPENSIA X15BU1353 and SUSPENSIA X15BU1352.

This table covers the Ride Height sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer — ARNOTT RH5804.

This table covers the shocks and struts that damp wheel motion. Typical signs include a nose that keeps bouncing, cupped tires, or fluid weeping down the body. Replace shocks or struts in axle pairs and renew the mounts if they are torn or collapsed. Read more

23 Shock / Strut parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from MOTORCRAFT, FCS, PRT and 1 other brand. FCS DT355052 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from PRT. A representative part number is PRT 932985.

In the Original Ride Quality grade, MOTORCRAFT, FCS and TOP NOTCH supply 15 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Original Ride Quality" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FCS DT355052.

7 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers complete strut assemblies with the spring already installed. Read more

9 Shock / Strut & Coil Spring Assembly parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from FCS, PRT, TOP NOTCH and 1 other brand. FCS 1334058L carries the "Popular" badge. 6 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

Economy: 3 parts, from PRT and SENSEN. A representative part number is PRT 920568.

Original Ride Quality: 6 parts, from FCS and TOP NOTCH. A representative part number is FCS 1334058L.

Listed part numbers: FCS 1334058L, PRT 920568 and PRT 920569, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Shock / Strut bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

One part is listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer — MOTORCRAFT AD1180.

This table covers the upper mounts (and bearings) a strut bolts through at the tower. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

2 Shock / Strut Mount parts for the 2021 Ford Explorer come from MOTORCRAFT. Every part fits all 4 engine options (2.3L L4 Turbocharged, 3.0L V6 Turbocharged, 3.3L V6 and 3.3L V6 ELECTRIC/GAS).

Part numbers include MOTORCRAFT AD1179 and MOTORCRAFT AD1181.

This table covers the links that connect the anti-roll bar to each control arm or strut. Typical signs include a clunk on one wheel over a driveway, or a rattle that goes away when you lean on the bar. Replace links in pairs; a seized stud often takes the bushing with it. Read more

16 Sway Bar Link parts are listed for the 2021 Ford Explorer, from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, MOOG and 2 other brands. MOOG K750987 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2021 Explorer.

The Daily Driver section: 15 options from SUSPENSIA, MOOG, MOTORCRAFT and 2 other brands. MOOG K750987 is listed in this group.

The Premium section: 1 option from MEVOTECH. MEVOTECH TXMS408131 is listed in this group.