2014 Ford Explorer visibility & wipers problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Mar 13, 2026IAOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

   Both the driver side and passenger side exterior a-pillar applique molding came while driving down the highway and almost caused an accident. This has happened twice because FORD says they can't fix it because they don't have the parts. Anyone can get the parts online that are after market but that does not fix the issue. I did buy the after market ones and those came off on the interstate and almost hit a motorcycle driver. This has been going on Since January of 2024 and…

   NHTSA complaint #11724059 · source
2. Filed Mar 11, 2026TXSuspensionVisibility & WipersWheels & Tires

   Exterior a-pillar applique trim clip attachments are not properly engaged due to improper assembly or repair. Reaer toe link rear tires tilted inward due to potential fractures from corrosion or broken welds on toe link.

   NHTSA complaint #11723710 · source
3. Filed Jan 4, 2026VABody & StructureVisibility & Wipers

   In January 2024 we were driving on the interstate when the left front A-Pillar trim part around windshield came off and hit our windshield, then flew off on the highway. We received a recall from Ford in February 2024, to date they claim they still don't have the part to repair, we now have water that leaks into the car when it rains. Which is creating issue inside our car. it has now been two years, it seems like they will never get this and my car will keep leaking. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11708679 · source
4. Filed Sep 15, 2025KSBody & StructureVisibility & Wipers

   The vehicle inspection to see if our vehicle qualified for the recall to replace the A-Pillar trim was done well over a year ago. The inventory has been on backorder for over a year as well. The windshield desperately needs replaced for safety reasons and the windshield cannot be replaced without replacing these recalled pieces. We are having to pay $200 extra out of pocket to replace these defective pieces. According to Ford they will not reimburse for the repair since they…

   NHTSA complaint #11687271 · source
5. Filed Jul 3, 2025OHElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

   •Rearview camera view and alerts •Inspection unknown • Hit mailbox •Dogded backup accidents in parking lots ▪︎Dogded backup accidents out of hard to see drive ways •Not taken to dealer no recalls for my year •Not inspected by anyone •No warning lamps •Alerts would just stop (checked settings it was on) •Camera would freeze first occasionally •Progressed to going black •Camera goes in and out •Beeping works then stops •No rhyme or reason to what stops or freezes and when or…

   NHTSA complaint #11671195 · source
6. Filed Jun 10, 2025PAOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

   The rear safety camera fails to appear in the dash. Car says unable to connect or display. Sometimes works, mostly does not. Ford dealer wants to charge $800 to fix. As this is a vehicle safety feature, I believe it is a failure similar to the latest recall by Ford

   NHTSA complaint #11665969 · source
7. Filed Dec 28, 2024MOVisibility & Wipers

   My APillar molding piece flew off the passenger side of my wind shield. I’m scared the other side will do the same thing and I don’t want anyone to get hurt but I have to use my car. I have been waiting 6 months for the parts… Also, whenever it rains my floorboards flood from water leaking through my windshield and could possibly get into my electronics as well.

   NHTSA complaint #11632910 · source
8. Filed Aug 6, 2024127,000 miNCElectrical SystemEngineVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the security light was illuminated, and the battery was drained. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the security panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. While driving, the lights failed to turn on, and the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was determined that the electrical system needed to be…

   NHTSA complaint #11606756 · source
9. Filed Jun 8, 2024UTOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

   The backup camera does not work. Sometimes a reversed the image which is highly dangerous. This has happened to a number of people I know who have the same car. It says see dealership on the screen.

   NHTSA complaint #11593207 · source
10. Filed May 2, 2024CAVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the passenger's side windshield wiper detached from the vehicle. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

    NHTSA complaint #11586557 · source
11. Filed Apr 18, 202497,000 miOHVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the windshield frame dislodged, and the contact was able to perform a self-repair with sealant. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to inquire of a recall. The dealer did not find a recall associated with the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11583784 · source
12. Filed Jan 10, 2024GAOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

    The window trim and weatherstripping has detached from the vehicle while driving highway speed. Pieces were detaching more as I drove. Causing vehicles to maneuver in ways of car not being damaged

    NHTSA complaint #11564523 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology