1998 FORD EXPLORER Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc Problems

18 NHTSA complaints on file

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Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc Issues in the 1998 FORD EXPLORER

18 equipmentelectricalradiotape deckcd etc complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1998 FORD EXPLORER. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

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All Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc Complaints

#10178749 |
AM/FM/CASSETTE CD RADIO DISPLAY NO LONGER WORKS. AT TIMES THE DISPLAY APPEARS BUT THEN GOES BLANK FOR SOME UNKNOWN REASON. CURRENTLY THE DISPLAY HAS BEEN BLANK FOR MONTHS. *JB
#10080561 |
RADIO DISPLAY GOES OUT. CANNOT SEE THE CLOCK OR RADIO SELECTION. THIS HAS BEEN VARY DANGERIOUS IN THE WINTER DURING EARLY MORNING DRIVING WHEN I CANNOT SEE MY WATCH AND TRAVEL THROUGH SCHOOL ZONES AND I DON'T KNOW IF THE ZONE IS ACTIVE OR NOT. THE RADIO WAS REPLACED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY AND HAS SINCE GONE OUT AGAIN. *AK
#10022605 |
THE INFORMATION FOR THE RADIO WAS VISIBLE AT TIMES AND SOMETIMES IT WAS NOT VISIBLE. *AK *SCC *JB
#761899 |
THIS PROBLEM WAS FIXD ONE TIME BY FORD, 2ND TIME IT FAILED THAY SAID IT WAS OUT OF THERE HANDS. THE RADIO GET SO HOT YOU CANT TOUCH IT!THIS MIGHT START A FIRE.*AK
#8003336 |
RADIO LIGHTS GO OUT INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE NOT TAKEN TO DEALER YET.*AK
#751041 |
RADIOS DO NOT OPERATE PROPERLY,STEERIG WHEEL WHEN GO OVER A BUMP IT SWING LEFT/ RIGHT. *AK
#746294 |
AM/FM/CASST/CD RADIO DISPLAY QUIT WORKING. TOLD TOUGH LUCK BY DEALER, BUY A NEW ONE FOR $400. *AK
#889696 |
TRUNK DOOR WILL NOT SHUT PROPERLY. CONSUMER IS ABLE TO SLIDE HIS HAND IN WHILE DOOR IS SHUT. *AK CONSUMER CONTACTED DMV AND FOUND OUT VEHICLE HAD BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER SPECIFICALLY ASKED FOR A VEHICLE THAT HAD NOT BEEN DAMAGED, HOWEVER DEALER SOLD IT TO HIM ANYWAY, CONSUMER FEELS DECEIVED AND IS EXPERIENCING MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE. RADIO IS INOPERATIVE AT TIMES. HATCH RUBS AGAINS FRAME OF VEHICLE. TAILLIGHT AND HEADLIGHT ARE OUT OF ALIGNMENT, FOG LIGHTS HAD LAMP FAILURE. VEHICLE EXPERIENCES PROBLEMS WITH ABSORBING ROAD SHOCK, VEHICLE PULLS TO RIGHT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, VEHICLE EXPERIENCES LOW POWER. REAR POWER WINDOW MOTOR FAILED. POWER ANTENNA FAILED. RIGHT WINDSHIELD WIPER INTERIOR GARNISH MOLDING LOOSE, REAR WIPER BLADE SKIPS CENTER OF GLASS, DEALER REPLACED REAR WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY. STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY REPLACED DUE TO NOISY. BUMPER NOT EVEN. *SLC
#558804 |
RADIO/CD PLAYER WORKS SPORADICALLY. NLM
#728428 |
THE CDS IN THE SINGLE CD PLAYER HEAT UP TO WHERE IT IS HOT TO TOUCH. THIS COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD. THE OUTSIDE OF THE CD/RADIO UNIT IS ALSO HOT. I WAS TOLD BY FORD THAT THIS WAS COMMON. THE ADVISOR AT FORD SAID HE HAS A 2000 FORD TRUCK AND HIS WIFE A 1998 MUSTANG THAT DOES THE SAME THING. I NOTED THIS ON MY 30000 MILE SERVICE AND FORD DID NOT EVEN LOOK AT THE PROBLEM. IT WAS DISMISSED AND NOT EVEN NOTED ON MY REPAIR RECORD/INVOICE. ALSO, THE REAR WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR HAS BEEN REPLACED FOR THE SECOND TIME. IN FACT, I ONLY USED IT ONCE OR TWICE AFTER THE FIRST TIME IT WAS REPLACED. .
#715403 |
CD'S BECOME VERY HOT, REMOVAL CAUSES RAPIDMOVEMENT AS IF HAND WILL BURN. COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR ACCIDENT. *AK
#609878 |
AUDIO VOLUME CONTROL MOUNTED ON STEERING WHEEL IS OUT OF ORDER. YH
#606800 |
CD PLAYER IS NOT WORKING. *YC
#605889 |
RADIO LED INDICATORS FAILED. NLM
#608024 |
RADIO FAILED. MJS
#607564 |
STEREO RECIEVER FAILED.
#700823 |
I HAVE THE 6 DISC CHANGER 91P EDDIE BAUER RADIO WITH CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. AT TIMES, WHEN I USE THE CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO TURN UP THE VOLUME, THE VOLUME SHOOTS ALL THE WAY UP AND I HAVE TO USE THE KNOB ON THE RADIO TO TURN THE VOLUME DOWN. ANOTHER PROBLEM IS THE RADIO STATIONS LOCK UP. THE RADIO GETS "LOCKED UP" AND I HAVE TO TURN IT OFF AND THEN BACK ON TO CLEAR THE PROBLEM. THE DEALER HAS HAD THE TRUCK AT LEAST 4 TIMES AND CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. IT IS A RANDOM PROBLEM. THE SERVICING DEALER IS KINGS FORD AT 9555 KINGS AUTOMALL DRIVE CINCINNATI OH 45249 513-697-2414. THEY ACT LIKE THEY DON'T CARE SINCE THEY CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.
#824037 |
STARTED TO EJECT CD. THE CD HAD OVERHEATED & MELTED CD. A DESIGN FLAW. CALLED MANUFACTURER. & DEALER. MECHANIC HEARD OF OVERHEATED CD PLAYER. CHECKED OUT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & COULD NOT LOCATE PROBLEM. *AK

Other 1998 FORD EXPLORER Problem Areas

Tirestreadbelt 381 complaints Tires 340 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 154 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline 100 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 87 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengine 55 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 48 complaints Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner 44 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmission 40 complaints Suspensionfront 40 complaints Unknown Or Other 40 complaints Suspension 39 complaints Electrical System 36 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 34 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control 33 complaints Seats 27 complaints Tiressidewall 25 complaints Air Bags 22 complaints Engine And Engine Cooling 22 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor 21 complaints Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch 18 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 18 complaints Air Bagsfrontal 16 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 16 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood 15 complaints Electrical Systemignition 14 complaints Steering 14 complaints Latcheslockslinkages 13 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift 13 complaints Steeringrack And Pinion 13 complaints Structurebodydoor 13 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlights 12 complaints Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash 11 complaints Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner 11 complaints Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System 11 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor 11 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System 11 complaints Structure 11 complaints Vehicle Speed Controllinkages 11 complaints Visibilitywindshield 11 complaints Electrical Systemwiring 10 complaints Power Train 10 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 10 complaints Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls 10 complaints Wheels 10 complaints Electrical System12v24v48v Battery 9 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 9 complaints Seat Belts 9 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 9 complaints Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher 9 complaints Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar 8 complaints Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor 8 complaints Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive 7 complaints Seat Beltsfrontanchorage 7 complaints Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly 7 complaints Seat Beltsrearother 7 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 7 complaints Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing 7 complaints Visibilityglass Siderear 7 complaints Electrical Systemignitionmodule 6 complaints Engine 6 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly 6 complaints Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System 6 complaints Seat Beltsfrontretractor 6 complaints Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint 6 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element 6 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System 5 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys 5 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 5 complaints Equipment 5 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedelivery 5 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch 5 complaints Power Trainaxle Assembly 5 complaints Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal 5 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc 5 complaints Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion 5 complaints Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly 5 complaints Structurebody 5 complaints Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds 5 complaints Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator 4 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers 4 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 4 complaints Exterior Lighting 4 complaints Exterior Lightingbrake Lights 4 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch 4 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit 4 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump 4 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly 4 complaints Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock 4 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages 4 complaints Structurebodyhoodhinge And Attachments 4 complaints Structureframe And Members 4 complaints Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint 4 complaints Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar 4 complaints Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire 4 complaints Wheelsrim 4 complaints Electrical Systemhorn 3 complaints Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack 3 complaints Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch 3 complaints Exterior Lightingfog Lights 3 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap 3 complaints Fuelpropulsion System 3 complaints Interior Lighting 3 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl 3 complaints Power Traindriveline 3 complaints Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 3 complaints Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump 3 complaints Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments 3 complaints Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate 3 complaints Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm 3 complaints Suspensionrear 3 complaints Visibility 3 complaints Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices 3 complaints Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior 3 complaints Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly 3 complaints Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module 2 complaints Child Seat 2 complaints Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module 2 complaints Electrical Systemignitionswitch 2 complaints Electrical Systemstarter Assemblysolenoid 2 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control 2 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch 2 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signal 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors 2 complaints Fuel System Other 2 complaints Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System 2 complaints Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable 2 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter 2 complaints Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft 2 complaints Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit 2 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmission 2 complaints Service Brakes 2 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpower Steering Fluid 2 complaints Steeringlinkages 2 complaints Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm 2 complaints Structurebodybumpers 2 complaints Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments 2 complaints Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar 2 complaints Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly 2 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlcables 2 complaints Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior 2 complaints Air Bagssidewindow 1 complaint Child Seatharness Buckleconvertible 1 complaint Child Seatshellinfant 1 complaint Electrical Systemstarter Assembly 1 complaint Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk 1 complaint Electronic Stability Control Esc 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemhoseslinespipingfittings 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor 1 complaint Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift 1 complaint Exterior Lightingtail Lights 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail 1 complaint Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 1 complaint Parking Brake 1 complaint Parking Brakeconventional 1 complaint Power Trainclutch Assembly 1 complaint Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle 1 complaint Seat Beltsfront 1 complaint Seat Beltsfrontwebbing 1 complaint Service Brakes Air 1 complaint Service Brakes Airantilock 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule 1 complaint Steeringcolumn 1 complaint Steeringelectric Power Assist System 1 complaint Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector 1 complaint Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut 1 complaint Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments 1 complaint Structurebodytrunk Lid 1 complaint Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm 1 complaint Suspensionfronthub 1 complaint Suspensionfrontshock Absorber 1 complaint Suspensionfrontspringsair Suspension System 1 complaint Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs 1 complaint Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyleaf 1 complaint Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core 1 complaint Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasherlinkages 1 complaint Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasherswitchwiring 1 complaint
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