Electrical System Related Problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the dash wiring (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

The Electrical System problem

I was driving and the lights on the vehicle went out I thought it was the bulbs but no lights were working I adjusted steering wheel to look to see fuse box and all lights came back on there is an electrical short somewhere then I went to start the truck and it made a funny sound and then I lost   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

Loss of turn signals, brake lights, and headlights when tilt wheel is adjusted. Dealer has tried three times to repair this. Has replaced wiring and parts twice. It is now failing again which will require a fourth visit.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

I noticed my dash turn signal blinked fast when I signaling to turn right, but not left. I checked the bulb and it was working. If the steering column was in the upright position, it blinked at a normal pace, when I lowered the column it blinked fast.   Read details...


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