2000 Ford Explorer Electrical System Problems
- 39
- 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 39 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 16 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering column · 11 records
- turn signal · 9 records
- left turn · 7 records
- fire department · 5 records
- failure mileage · 5 records
- electrical system · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
The vehicles electrical system has failed. The dealer stated that the multi function switch was the cause of the failure. *nm the harness wires all shorted and the consumer noticed smoke coming from the dash. The power windows failed. The speedometer and gauges failed. The air conditioner failed. The radio blinkers and lights failed. A burning smell came from the dash frequently. The consumer request reimbursement.…
ODI 10074386
Accelerator Pedal · Electrical System
While the consumer's wife pulled into the driveway, the gas pedal became stuck and caused her to run into the side of the house. The collision caused $18,000 worth of damage to their home. Since the vehicle had been in the repair shop 8 times. Every once in a while the rpms revved up causing the engine to race. There were problems with the tail lights. The dealer/mechanic stated that they could not find anything…
Crash reported
ODI 10033876
Electrical System
Consumer stopped vehicle at a traffic light and engaged the turn signal when smoke suddenly began emitting from the steering column into the passenger cabin. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the problem as an electrical wiring malfunction. *nlm
ODI 10020485
Electrical System
Our 2000 ford explorer, has for the second time burned through the spark plug wires. The first time the dealer replaced the damaged wire, but did not indicate that any other problems existed this past week it occurred again but the dealer indicated that because of the failure of the spark plug wire, fuel has now backed up into the top side of the engine, and significant repairs and the removal of the fuel must take…
ODI 10008185
Electrical System
2000 ford explorer. On several occasions smoke comes from steering column when using left turn signal. Turn light would freeze on and acrid smoke come from around hazard light switch area. Then will be ok for a while and could not recreate for mech but still happens on occasion unexpectly. Where there is smoke there is fire.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 10037203
Electrical System
Vehicle caught on fire while idling in the driveway for 20 minutes. The local volunteer fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. The insurance company had the vehicle towed and inspected. The cause of the fire was determined to be electrical. Dealer and manufacturer were notified.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 10115785
Electrical System
Lights for radio and clock have gone out- periodically come on for a few minutes and then disappear. Lights are off 99% of time- for weeks at a time. This has been happening for two years. It was recommended i replace the radio at my expense, but i have heard of a number of other explorer owners with same problem- i think it is a defect of an expensive radio. *jb
ODI 10082247
Electrical System
Electrical system is causing intermittent operation of interior lights/ instrument panel functions, and windshield wipers. Dealership examined vehicle, but could not determine cause of problem. Vehicle was not affected by recall campaign 00v072000/ electronic functions. Please provide any additional information / documentation.*ak
ODI 8002270
Brake Lights · Electrical System · Lower Ball Joint · Switch · Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle experienced problems with the lower ball joints and smoke emitted from the steering column, the dealer replaced the relay switch.*mr there were problems with the left turn signal indicator. Intermittently without warning when the brakes were fully applied the lights stayed on. When the brake was disengaged, the indicator signaled again, in spite of replacement the problem the continued intermittently,…
ODI 10026952
Electrical System · Glass, Side/Rear
Vehicle is experiencing possible electrical problems, the keyless entry failed, the wipers work without the vehicle being turned on, when the wiper is turned on the cd player will quit working, and the lights dim. *slc
ODI 557576
Electrical System
While driving at 55 mph eletrical system completely went out. Dealer notified. Please provide additional information.*ak
ODI 10004687
Electrical System · Motor
Consumer was traveling about 65 mph on highway, and without prior notice windshield wipers stopped working intermittently. Dealership was aware of problem. Also, when consumeer started vehicle he had to shake shift selector in order for it to crank. Filures occur sporadically. *ak
ODI 878942
Electrical System
The windshield wipers, power windows, dome lights, and warning indicators stopped operating due to a malfunction in the generic electronic module. *nm the dealership was helpful but was unable to obtain the parts for about a week. *nm
ODI 10055307
Anchorage · Electrical System
Consumer states the seat belt on left back seat does not work, however the dealer could not duplicate the problem.*tt
ODI 565824