THE VISOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE, THE MIRROR ASSEMBLY HAS SEPARATED FROM THE VISOR AND ON THE PASSENGER SIDE THE COVER OF THE MIRROR ASSEMBLY HAS SNAPPED. THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR IS RARELY USED SINCE A PASSENGER IS RARELY IN THE SEAT. THE CLIPS HOLDING THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR ASSEMBLY SNAPPED OFF AND THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE MIRROR ON IS THE FEED LINE FOR THE MIRROR LAMP. *JS
2007 Ford Explorer visibility problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$350
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD EXPLORER. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE REAR WINDOW EXPLODED AND CAUSED GLASS TO SHATTER THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WEATHER WAS ABOVE FREEZING AND THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR LACERATIONS. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE AP…
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2007 Ford Explorer?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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