I am concerned about the number of electrical problems I have had since I purchased my explorer. Since november of 1992, I have had 3 batteries short out. I have had to replace the battery cable harness (if was fried). I have had to replace the ignition switch. I have also had to replace the A/C, heater blower switch along with a fuse box that ties into this system. When the truck is running all of the lights flicker and notice the altenator gauge fluxuating. When reviewing this site, I noticed the number of electrical problems with the explorer, along with the number of fires. I am beginning to wonder if I should be concerned. Please look into this problem.
1992 Ford Explorer electrical complaints
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On 21 january 2001, while idling, a fire started in the engine compartment, causing cabon monoxide to enter the passenger compartment, killing my son. The fire then entered and slightly burned his body before the fire department extinguished the fire. The virginia state police and ford motor co. Supposedly investigated but I have not received a report from either agency.
Vehicle was parked, and in middle of night caught on fire, vehicle was totalled.
While driving vehicle stopped running, warning light came on, and consumer went immediately to a parking space. Took to dealer , and dealer said module near the battery had dirt in it. Consumer stated there was no dust in city. Dealer put in the module. Consumer said when vehicle cut off there was no power steering/ brakes, everything stopped. *ak the owner is says that such sensitive part should not have been placed next to the battery in the engine compartment.
The vehicle occasionally hesitates on accelleration, and repeatedly the engine stalls (however, radio etc stays on) causing a loss of power steering, brake power, etc. This occurs in all seasons and at all speeds but, seems more prevelant during the summer months. This stalling has resulted in 10 near miss accidents while attempting u-turns and left turns in traffic , and while driving at freeway speeds (65 MPH +). I have repoted this to the dealer so many times they don't even track it anymore. The response during the "service" checks has ranged from, "we can't get it to create the symptoms" to "it's a mass air flow sensor." it is my belief that there is a manufacturer's defect in the design of the wiring harness, or the computer. I know that this problem is not limited to the "explorer" as a work associate had the same occurrances with his aerostar van. Any help you can give will be appreciated.
While driving about 20 MPH vehicle was losing power. Vehicle was on fire, flames were coming out from under the engine compartment. *ak.et.
Vehicle caught fire in engine compartment, after trying to start it 3 times. Starting sounded funny and smoke begin to billow. Could not get the hood open in time to do anything about it. Entire engine compartment burst into flames. Vehicle was destroyed.
While turning onto another road, I saw flames coming from the front passanger wheelwell. The fire completely totaled the vehicle. The fire came from the front pass. Side, from a wiring harness or A/C unit. Nobody would help, even after other owners had told me that they have had many problems with the same 2 items on their explorers. Velde ford or fo mo co would not disclose any info, or provide any help in this matter.
Reported previously that ignition switch failed. Found that circuit board shorted due to lack of fuses or fusable links. The circuit board was ajacent to the ignition switch.
Electrical fire.
Wiring to the mirrors and door locks shorted and smoke was visible from the dashboard and a strong odor was present.
Engine continuously leaks oil, replaced engine, however still leaks.
Electrical: started vehicle and went down the street about 500 feet and saw smoke coming from the vent. Turned vehicle off, and fire department came towed vehicle to dealer. Vehicle did not catch fire, but smoke was coming from panel.
4-wheel drive not working, front hubs failed.
Ignition failure.
Engine caught on fire possibly due to ignition. Unable to determine exact cause.
Due to a corroded positive battery cable, power went out, cd changer failed and the automatic transmission cooler line bursted.
Ignition switch fire.
Consumer attempted to start truck, it wouldn't start, took it to the a dealer, the power cable was burned out, truck wouldn't start . Please describe .*
Engine stalls intermittently when temperature is below 35 degrees.
While driving fire started under the hood, possible electrical related, resulting in a total loss.
Fire started in the dashboard near the steering colum, possible short in ignition.
Upon turning ignition, starter will stay engaged. Please describe details.
Electrical short or shock in the ignition switch, smelled a burning smell in the vehicle.
The vehicle caught on fire from under the dash and it burned to the ground. Please describe.
Smoke emitting from around the steering wheel and column, this happened four different times.
Electrical short on the ignition switch when you turn the vehicle off the ignition is still on.
Interior vehicle fire caused by the electrical system ignition switch, owner stated that the vehicle caught fire after being parked for several hours.
Experienced fire with electrical system in front dash. *ak
Vehicle stalls out intermittently, dealer cannot locate problem.
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