FordExplorer2016
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2016 Ford Explorer Visibility/Wiper Problems

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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.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi3
60–100k mi1
1–30k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • January 13, 2020 · 51,000 miles

    Visibility/Wiper

    Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford explorer. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 mph, the rubber seal around the driver's side window detached. The vehicle was taken to (coconut point ford located at 22400 s tamiami trail, estero, fl 33928) for a diagnosis. The contact was informed the detachment was not a safety defect and the cost of the repair would be assessed to the vehicle owner. The vehicle was…

    ODI 11300102

  • September 3, 2018 · 60,000 miles

    Body · Visibility/Wiper

    While driving on interstate, the windshield molding became loose and starting vibrating. After pulling over and attempting to secure, it then became partially detached and was bent backwards. It obstructed the view of the rear view mirror and passenger side window. It then flew off into oncoming traffic. Luckily, it landed on the shoulder and did not hit another car/cause a wreck on the interstate. The driver side…

    ODI 11133449

  • February 17, 2018

    Electrical System · Visibility/Wiper

    There is a design defect in the front parking sensors where after freezing, water can enter the opening of parking sensor and short circuit the wiring harness causing the parking aid system to fault. This prevents the driver from utilizing this key safety feature when parking or being alerted on their close proximity of surrounding objects.

    ODI 11093440

  • January 6, 2018 · 66,000 miles

    Visibility/Wiper

    Rear window on lift gate exploded while the vehicle was sitting in the driveway. Side door was opened to the vehicle, and then the back window blew out. This caused small glass pieces to fall inside and outside the vehicle.

    ODI 11061240

  • August 1, 2016 · 31,000 miles

    Visibility/Wiper

    REAR WINDOW WIPER IS NOT WORKING ANYMORE.

    ODI 10893010

  • July 12, 2016 · 689 miles

    Visibility/Wiper

    Just leased this 2016 ford explorer. It has 700 miles on it. We have not made a payment. I was driving down the road at about 30 miles per hour. Nobody was within a mile of me. I was alone in the car. The rear window exploded. I got out and checked the window. It clearly had exploded outward. There was no external source to cause the window to explode. I am a police officer, and have seen where windows explode or…

    ODI 10884471

Catalog parts for this system

Catalog year/make/model rows for 2016 Ford Explorer.

Bosch

Aerotwin. Beam Wiper Blade, 11 in., A281H

MPN: A281H

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Bosch

BroadVIEW Wiper Blade: Advanced beam technology, 22 in, Pack of 1, 22BDV

MPN: 22BDV

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Bosch

BroadVIEW Wiper Blade: Advanced beam technology, 26 in, Pack of 1, 26BDV

MPN: 26BDV

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Bosch

FOCUS 22" Wiper Blade: Premium Beam, OE Style, Optimal Night Clarity, FS22OE

MPN: FS22OE

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Catalog fitment does not by itself prove OEM-equivalent compatibility.