2000 Ford Explorer: windshield wiper failure

Filed Dec 24, 2023 · Acceleration · MI

No incidents. However, cruise control and rear window wiper are both inoperable.

Filed Apr 5, 2014 · Visibility · 190,000 miles · FL

My windshield wipers come on with the switch off.

Filed May 12, 2011 · Visibility · 169,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer. The contact stated that while driving, the windshield wiper would activate without engagement. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was diagnosed that the multi-function switch was defective and needed to be replace. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 169,000 and current mileage was 175,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2009 · Electrical · 125,149 miles · AL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer. The windshield wiper fuse intermittently failed. She replaced the fuse at least four times within two months. The car was parked in front her home when she heard the vehicle alarm going off. She was unable to shut the alarm off with the keyless entry. She found there was smoke coming from the vents of the vehicle. The vents began to melt and she then noticed flames. The fire department was called however she was able to put the fire out before they arrived. The dealer advised her vehicle was not under recall however she found several complaints online pertaining to possible fires and one recall pertaining to the failure of the windshield wiper motor (see the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v072000) her vehicle identification number was not included in any of the recalls. No repairs had been made to the vehicle to date. The current and failure mileages were under 125,149. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.

Filed Apr 11, 2008 · Acceleration, Electrical · 100,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer. For the past two months, the contact has experienced electrical failure with his vehicle. The instrument panel and headlights do not illuminate, the windshield wipers work intermittently, and the battery is always low. The vehicle was taken to the auto garage, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on april 8, 2008 and they stated that the headlight and globe wiring were the cause of the failures. The cost of the repair is $800. According to the manufacturer, the dealer informed them that the failure was not under the hood; therefore, they were not responsible. The contact believes that his vehicle is included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v072000 (electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers) and he did not receive a recall notice. The VIN, engine size, and number of cylinders were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 100,000. Updated 05/19/08 *bf updated 05/19/08.

Filed Sep 1, 2006 · Electrical, Visibility · 41,236 miles · FL

I have a ford 2000 explorer xlt. The rear wiper works when it wants to usually when I don't need it and I am on the second motor for it. The check engine light stays on for three or four days then goes out for one or two then back on. I have lost all faith in ford. At times it will shut off when I am driving and it starts right back up, but won't idle for about 2 days after that. I've had it with ford no wonder their having problems selling their auto's. I am about to trade the vehicle and it sure won't be for another ford.

Filed Dec 12, 2005 · Electrical · 91,700 miles · MN

Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 00v072000 concerning the electrical system. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak updated 1/11/2006 - the windshield wipers stopped working during a snow storm. The dealer installed a new gem module. The consumer requested reimbursement from the manufacturer.

Filed Mar 5, 2005 · Electrical · CO

Numerous electrical problems with 2000 ford explorer xls. Wipers sometimes do not work, the dshboard gauges sometimes do not work (fuel, oil and temp). It has been to the dealers numerous time both in and out of warranty. This actually started when the vehilce was less than two months old. Never has a dealer been able to diagnose the problem. Very frustrating.

Filed Feb 3, 2005 · Locks, Transmission · CA

While driving, the windshield wiper failed. The driver's side door locked on it's on. The consumer was unable to unlock it from the outside. The driver has to go through the passenger's door to get inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a garage for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the power train control module needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.

Filed Dec 21, 2004 · Airbags, Electrical · IL

For approximately two weeks prior to december 5th, 2004, the heat element in my 2000 ford explorer driver seat would become painfully hot under the left leg near the torso to the point where it needed to be manually turned off each time. It was turned off as it became painful, and we were concerned we would become burned and would the seat catch on fire. My other concern for this is someone, such as a diabetic, with neuropathy wouldn't feel the intensity of the heat and become burned. 2) approx 2 weeks after the initial event the seat light will come on but no heat is produced. Why did it take 2 weeks for the element (assumed) to burn out? 3) the car is scheduled to go to an independant mechanic as I do not trust ford to do the right thing. The dealer is not concerned that my driver airbag light goes on and off at will for days or weeks at a time. They recalled the 98 and 99 models for a tensioner pulley problem and issued a service bulletin for the '00 but the dealer wants to charge $500 for the repair......most defects I took in for warranty repair remain unfixed, (mostly electrical in nature) including a rear wiper that rarely goes on, radio stations and clock display that occasionally can be seen and a rear passenger door handle that after 5 attempts (ford went against their engineer recommendations to do a recall) will unlock with power lock but the unsuspecting or in a hurry will just about rip a hand off to get it open.

Filed Aug 11, 2004 · Visibility · MA

The turning left smoke was coming through the windshield wipers. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. The cause had not been determined. Consumer will contact the dealer in the near future.

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Visibility · 70,600 miles · GA

While driving at any speed windshield wipers engaged lntermittently. The cause has yet to be determined.