Ford Explorer owners have reported 1,916 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 44 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (1,362 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (75 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The b post on the driver side flew off while driving. This is has been an ongoing issue. Ford has fixed them before and they keep causing issues on both the driver and passenger side. The exterior panel does not stay connected to the truck. Read details...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the driver’s side front door panel became loosened due to failed adhesive exposing wiring in the door. The front door lights remained illuminated while the door was closed. Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that at start up, the contact became aware that the on/off ignition switch was fractured, and a half of the ignition switch was missing. No warning lights were illuminated. Read details...
Cigarette lighter caused wiring harness to burn. Smoke filled the cabin when lighter stuck and immediately turned off vehicle. Afterward several exterior and interior lights stayed on. The rear wipers were also activated. Read details...
I have a 2002 Ford Explorer XLT, a couple weeks ago I went to open the back lift glass, and the window fell, and combustion in thousands of little pieces, right in my face! I have pictures, anyway I proceeded to take my vehicle to Ford motor company in horseheads, NY, they replaced the window due Read details...