The rear wiper has been intermittent in its operation. You often must grab the wiper and shake it to get it to then work for that trip.
The radio display has now failed permanently and thus, no time or station data is viewable. This problem above many is most annoying.
Lastly, the Reverse Parking Aid Sensor system quit working at 38,000 miles, just after warranty of course. I have ordered and replaced the control module (dealer - $140, Internet - $97) and that did not alleviate the problem. I must now change all of the sensors at a cost of much time and $50 using Internet parts.
The "venerable" Explorer has perhaps been in Ford's lineup too long. Ford has achieved maximum profitability out of re-engineering the vehicle for easiest production at lowest cost for them; however, the refinement is diametric to the value and reliability that the consumer obtains in the purchase. Don't buy this vehicle!
I hear ya on the rear wiper, before I drive, I must turn it on, stand outside in the rain and push it back and forth a few times. I kind of look forward to it now...
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