Prior to our 2000 Ford Expedition being recalled for the cruise control problems, we experienced electrical problems with the interior lighting group; radio, windshield wipers, etc. After a rain, the windshield wipers would not work and the blower motor would remain on or be on without ignition activation. The battery has run down because of this! we recently experienced the problems again and took the vehicle to our mechanic who recommended an electrical specialist. He diagnosed the windshield seal leak as a contributing factor to the junction box-GEM module malfunctioning.

- Anderson, IN, USA

I have a 2000 Ford Expedition, the windshield is leaking onto my GEM module and fusebox behind the dash and causing all kinds of electrical problems. The dealership has quoted me over $1000 to fix this problem, and I have read many forums and alot of complaints about this exact same problem all over the country. Sounds like this problem should be made into a recall. It is costing people lots of money to fix one of Ford screw-ups.

- Vale, NC, USA

Rain or snow causes multiple failures in the electrical system. Most recently, the blower fan failed to operate while the vehicle was running. Once the ignition was switched off the blower fan would run. In addition, the wipers and radio would only work when the truck was in park or neutral. Needless to say that I had to pull over and wipe the inside of the windshield. This is the 3rd year in a row that these issues have occurred. I would like to add my name to the list of vehicles that have this problem with the leaking windshield. NHTSA defect investigation #EA05015.

- Carteret, NJ, USA

My 2000 Ford Expedition leaks from the windshield during heavy rains, and water comes into the cabin area. The water also has caused my GEM (general electronic module) to malfunction, making my HVAC blower to spontaneously turn on after I turn off the vehicle and remove the key from the ignition. This causes my battery to run down. I would expect that this kind of malfunction could lead to more serious problems and possible fires due to unwanted electrical activity.

- Missouri City, TX, USA

2000 Expedition, which I've owned since new and never been damaged in an accident, ~53,000 miles is having electrical issues that at times are safety issues as well. Started with front wipers running constantly, now sometimes they work sometimes they dont. Radio does not work at times. All gauges go to their extreme limit, including speedometer. Dealer has identified a computer module behind the dash that has been damaged by water. According to the dealer this is a known issue with Expedition and is caused by water leaking through the front window and down onto the module. Once the module is replaced a new window and sealant is recommended. This vehicle has never been in an accident and the front window is original. This could lead to serious safety issues when the vehicle is driven during inclement weather and the driver is unable to use the wipers. Could this electrical problem be linked to the current recall for 2000 Expedition where the cruise control is shorting?

- West Roxbury, MA, USA

The windshield wipers worked intermittently, causing the interior lights, instrument cluster, and windows not to function. Manufacturer was contacted by consumer.

- Dacula, GA, USA