1999 Ford Explorer Electrical System Problems
- 36
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 10 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering column · 7 records
- multi function · 7 records
- function switch · 7 records
- turn signal · 6 records
- windshield wipers · 6 records
- smoke coming · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Electrical System · Latch · Motor · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt: noticed problems with vehicle on september 1, 2002. There was an electrical problem because the light for the air bags was always on. The windshield wipers turned on and off by themselves. This happened so often that it could cause an accident. Took vehicle to the mechanic for the brakes because they were making noise, and had to pump the brakes in order to get the vehicle to stop. *ak the driver's side power…
ODI 10137206
Electrical System · Linkages
While merging vehicle did not respond to acceleration. Traveling about 35 mph vehicle exibited a sluggish acceleration, and then a sound that resembled a stick shift not changing gears. Pulled off road, turned off vehicle, and restarted and proceeded home. Drove to dealer following day, and dealer said vehicle was safe to drive. Has not shut off, but one time. However, has shown acceleration problems. Recalls #…
ODI 876472
Electrical System · Tires
Consumer received recall 00v072000. Contacted dealer who refused to correct problem .*ak dot# vdhl. Consumer is having difficulty obtaining recall repair for the firestone tires. *slc
ODI 867994
Electrical System · Emission Control · Engine · Seal · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The oil pressure gauge shorted out, the air bag wiring harness, front axle seals, brake caliper pads, brake line, power door lock assembly and multi function switch assembly were all replaced. *ts the timing chain, tensioner, idle air control, valve intake gaskets and the seats which ripped were also replaced. * jb
ODI 10011788
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Suspension · Tread/Belt
Several problems with 1999 ford explorer eddie bauer edition. *mr when the vehicle was turned right, the windshield wipers would come on, the right rear tire had blown, there was a whine noise, a leaking on the garage floor along with a burning smell when the vehicle was shutoff, it was discovered the front axle seal needed to be replaced. Check engine light had come on and the heat gauge showed hot, the dealer…
ODI 10049869
Air Bags · Electrical System
The main computer was shut down due to a faulty ignition switch. This failure may be the cause of other electrical components to fail. The airbag connectors were cracked under passenger seat causing failure. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 4-5 times. *yc
ODI 852404
Electrical System
Vehicle experiencing unknown intermittent electrical problem which causes several components to fail. Mjs
ODI 545701
Electrical System
On four occasions the electrical system failed causing the windshield wipers & windows inoperable, on one incident the windshield wipers failed almost resulting in collision in bad weather condition. *yc
ODI 548006
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Heater Core
While driving consumer noticed that check engine light illuminated and stayed on during the duration of the drive. Technician replaced a cracked engine head/heater core/four different sparks plugs/ gaskets, and filled and changed the oil. *ak
ODI 10071836
Electrical System
While driving the vehicle the dash light illuminates all light activated. The lights blink on and off, the windshield wipers stop working, the turn signals are erratic. Nlm
ODI 8004029
Electrical System
While driving everything that was electrical stopped working, including steering/lights/windows and door locks, also, engine shutdown, almost causing the consumer to get into an accident. Dealer has been contacted. *ak *ml
ODI 836408