Windshield Critical Fasteners problems of the 2014 Ford Explorer

Seven problems related to windshield critical fasteners have been reported for the 2014 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2014 Explorer.

1 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 04/18/2024

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the windshield frame dislodged, and the contact was able to perform a self-repair with sealant. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to inquire of a recall. The dealer did not find a recall associated with the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

2 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 03/02/2023

While driving on highway the trim on the side of the windshield flew off .

3 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 01/31/2023

While driving down 1-10 highway in arizona, the left side windshield black pillar flew off my 2014 Ford Explorer.

4 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 11/30/2022

Windshield pillar trim blew off at highways speeds at night.

5 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 11/15/2022

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the front driver’s and passenger’s side windshield trim panel detached and struck another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that he would be charged a repair cost. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000.

6 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2021

Trim piece in front of driver's door has flown off in traffic twice -second time after being replaced/repaired.

7 Windshield Critical Fasteners problem

Failure Date: 10/06/2018

I have had the windshield replaced for the trim coming loose on both sides. I was able to use duct tape to keep them in place until replacement. That was a few years back. Then it happened again. Now it is happening again. So 3 times in 8 years.


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