10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #8

Jun 252005

Explorer 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Contact stated while using the defroster system the windshield cracked from the outside to the inside. Vehicle had not been to a service dealer, but was scheduled to be taken in this week.

- Grahamsville, NY, USA

problem #7

Jul 142003

Explorer

  • miles
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning rear window shattered. Dealer notified.

- Glen Gardner, NJ, USA

problem #6

Sep 022002

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
The failure of the heater blend door causes uncontrolled windshield fogging and icing. Visibility is often reduced to zero.

- Cresco, PA, USA

problem #5

Jan 012002

Explorer

  • miles
Sealant used around front windshield is dissolving and causingt water to leak into passenger compartment. Dealer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Kanas City, KS, USA

problem #4

Mar 012000

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Window lock not working properly.

- Baldwin, NY, USA

problem #3

Mar 012000

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Molding on windshield was falling off, causing windshield to leak inside vehicle.

- Baldwin, NY, USA

problem #2

Mar 031998

(reported on)

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rear window seal failed.

- Pensacola, FL, USA

problem #1

Feb 171997

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Owner went to put on the defroster button while driving and the window became frozen to the point that he had to pull off the road and clean the window by himself.

- Big Bear Lake, CA, USA