10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,333 miles

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problem #3

Sep 302010

Explorer

  • miles
The front windshield on my 2003 Ford Explorer reaches excessive temperatures. In mild weather on a sunny day the interior of the windshield can become so hot it can easily melt items placed against it. Additionally, it appears this is the original windshield from the manufacturer.

- Woodbridge, VA, USA

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problem #2

Jul 172006

(reported on)

Explorer 8-cyl

  • miles
The consumer's 2003 Ford Explorer had a rock chip the windshield. A crack developed from the chip. The crack ran the entire length of the windshield. The consumer believes the windshield are poorly manufactured.

- Des Moines, IA, USA

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problem #1

Oct 062004

Explorer

  • 40,000 miles
No parts were available for recall 04S20 concerning rear windshield. Sterling Ford 703-430-7700.

- Great Falls, VA, USA

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