Windshield Wiper/washer Switch Problems of Ford Explorer
Ford Explorer owners have reported 9 problems related to windshield wiper/washer switch (under the visibility category).
#1 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer
The vehicle involved is a 2002 Ford Explorer. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) was 1FMZU73E02_. My window switch started to smoke and melted the main window switch. It does not work at all now. It will be taken to a Ford dealership tomorrow. This windshield wiper/washer switch problem happened on Jun. 1, 2007.
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#2 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 2000 Ford Explorer
The reporting person owns a 2000 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving, the windshield wiper would activate without engagement. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was diagnosed that the multi-function switch was defective and needed to be replace. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 169,000 and current mileage was 175,000. The failure date was Mon., Nov. 1, 2010.
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#3 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The car involved was a 1999 Ford Explorer. While driving in rainy weather conditions windshield wipers become inoperable. Dealer states that the problem occures due a malfunction within the module switch. Ford unable to repair problem and will not allow dealer to replace the switch.
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#4 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The car is a 1999 Ford Explorer. The VIN of the car is 1FMDU32P0X_. Windshield wipers randomly activate when switch is in off position.
#5 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The vehicle involved is a 1999 Ford Explorer. The VIN of the car is 1FMYU22X5X_. After using window washer, wipers come on when using signals. Happens all the time. This windshield wiper/washer switch issue occurred Tue., Aug. 1, 2000.
#6 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The car involved is a 1999 Ford Explorer. Rear windshield wiper switch/motor failed from time to time. The failure date was Wednesday, July 16, 2003.
#7 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The car involved was a 1999 Ford Explorer. The VIN of the problem Explorer is 1FMZU32XXX_. This is an intermittent problem where the windshield wipers engage without being prompted to do so and for no apparent reason. This issue happened on Monday, May 17, 2004.
#8 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer
The vehicle involved is a 1999 Ford Explorer. The windshield wipers will start on their own. When it happens, they will continue intermittently until I turn the wipers on high then turn them back off. It is extremely intermittent, sometimes going months before it will do it. Has been doing this for about a year. It was 06/15/2007 when this windshield wiper/washer switch issue happened.
#9 - Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problem of the 1997 Ford Explorer
The car is a 1997 Ford Explorer. The vehicle's vehicle identification number (VIN) is 1FMDU34X8V_. Windshield washer will not spray fluid. Safety concern as visibility can be impaired, especially in the winter. Have seen Ford discussion groups that this is a common problem, possibility related to excessive grease in the electrical contacts of the wiper and washer spray switch.
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Other Visibility related problems of Ford Explorer:
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems | 109 |
| Side/rear Glass problems | 97 |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problems | 76 |
| Defogger problems | 71 |
| Visibility problems | 45 |
| Windshield problems | 39 |
| Power Window problems | 35 |
| Rear Window Wiper Washer problems | 17 |
| Defogger Controls problems | 15 |
| Wiper problems | 14 |
| Defogger Heater problems | 13 |
| Rear Window Wiper Washer Motor problems | 11 |
| Exterior Rearview Mirror problems | 10 |
| Windshield Wiper/washer Switch problems | 9 |
| Sun Roof problems | 9 |
| Interior Rearview Mirror problems | 6 |