10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
9,700 miles

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problem #8

Apr 112004

Explorer 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 77,600 miles
The windshield in my 1999 Ford Explorer came loose. Although it did not come completely out, it would not have remained intact in a minor accident. I hads to have it replaced.

- Monongahela, PA, USA

problem #7

Feb 012000

Explorer

  • miles
The vehicle windows fogs up right after the engine was turned off and left a film on them.

- Auburn, WA, USA

problem #6

Aug 232000

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Driving on highway at normal speed when there was a loud explosion. After the explosion we realized the rear window had blown out. The dealer was contacted and the replacement was completed and covered by the dealer with no questions asked.

- Grand Forks, ND, USA

problem #5

Aug 232000

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
Driving on highway at normal speed when there was a loud explosion. After the explosion we realized the rear window had blown out. The dealer was contacted and the replacement was completed and covered by the dealer with no questions asked.

- Grand Forks, ND, USA

problem #4

Jun 202000

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
The front windshield cracked from the roof section down while the vehicle was stationary. The only object that came into contact with the windshield was water from a garden hose while washing the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and shown the damage but responded "there is nothing we can do" it must be defective glass.

- Burton, OH, USA

problem #3

Aug 041999

Explorer

  • miles
The rear left side window exploded unexpectedly which may have caused injuries. Dealer claimed it may be the heat. Please provide further information and VIN#.

- Theodore, AL, USA

problem #2

May 061999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • miles
Winshhield glass broken. Nlm

- Highland L, NJ, USA

problem #1

Mar 161999

Explorer 4WD

  • miles
During decelaration at an intersection, the rear windshield exploded. Upon inspection driver found glass inside and outside the vehicle area. Windshield defroster was not engaged at the time. Outside air temperature @70 degrees. Some burn marks found on surrounding frame area after arrival at dealership. No flying objects observed hitting the windshield by driver following affected vehicle.

- North Las Vegas, NV, USA