Ford Explorer owners have reported 1,880 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 (1,329 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 backup camera is not working which is already a known defect. The sensors in the back of the vehicle also intermittently sound an alert when nothing is behind the vehicle. 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...