Visibility Problems of Ford Explorer Sport

Ford Explorer Sport owners have reported 49 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's side/rear glass (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (13 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Ford Explorer Sport

The Side/rear Glass problem

When I open the back glass window, one hinge broke off. I try to set the window, the other hinge broke. I have to tie a rope to keep the glass from falling off. I find on line there is a recall for 2002 - 2003 Ford explorer liftgate glass hinge and strut brackets, NHTSA campaign id number:   Read details...

The Wiper problem

"takata recall" airbag light keeps blinking with the seat belt noise. Changed the light bulb from the dash board and now the airbag light stays on but will not connect with mileage.   Read details...

The Visibility problem

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer Sport. While driving approximately 25 mph, a noise emerged from the rear hatch window. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and noticed that the piece that held the window in place was fractured.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

2001 Ford Explorer Sport 2 doors blend door broken no heat.   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

The contact owns a 1997 Ford Explorer Sport. The windshield wipers at any speed other than high didn't operate normally. When the rain was heavy or light the windshield wipers only operated on higher speeds. The failure mileage was 116000 ,and the current mileage was 126000.   Read details...




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