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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1997 Ford Explorer accessories - exterior problems

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1997 Ford Explorer Owner Comments

problem #3

Jul 011999

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Rear view mirror is causing poor visibility. Consumer on many counts has had close encounters of accidents. Dealer said that it was nothng they could do about it. The rear view mirror is at eye level and is hard to see vehicles that are behind. The service center said that it can not be adjusted or replaced.

- Mustang, OK, USA

problem #2

Feb 011999

(reported on)

Explorer

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Inside rear view mirror failed causing poor visibility.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #1

Jul 071998

Explorer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The location of rear view mirror is mounted too low, which obstructs drivers vision. Driver not able to see to the right clearly. The dealer has been notified about the problem.

- Spokane, WA, USA

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