12 problems related to windshield wiper/washer motor have been reported for the 1998 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers would come on and off on their on. This problem was intermittent, and consumer was aware of the problem.
Rear motor has failed 3 times now, front motor failed once-all failed while in operation.
Rear windshield wiper motor on my Explorer failed for the second time in a 3 year period. So far, I seem to be going through a rear windshield wiper motor each year. The dealer told me that it was not uncommon for that part to fail. Ford customer service told me that the second replacement that I received was an upgraded motor that Ford was using as a replacement for the failed part, to address the failure issues.
Ford dealer states that there is a design flaw with all rear wiper motors in 1998 Explorers, and that there is a technical bulletin stating so. Can this part be recalled?.
Rear windshield wiper motor. Mjs.
Windshield wiper motor failed.
Rear wiper motor needed replacement 3 times in under 4 years! the dealers know a problem exists with this part but have no recourse except to replace and charge. There is no way to tell when the part will stop working again! I don't trust the wipers at all anymore.
Rear windshield washer motor.
Driving down the road in a heavy rain and windshield wiper did not work. Windshield wipers have been replaced already three times. Consumer contacted dealer.
Rear windshield wiper motor failed.
Motor on rear windshield wiper has gone out 3 times. Local Ford dealership has replaced it twice but refused to replace it a third time. They say fmc will not replace the rear windshield washer motor on this particular make of vehicle until they can find. ( dot number: ).
Rea wiper motor failed.