Headlight Switch Problems of Ford Contour - part 1

The contact owns a 1996 Ford Contour. The contact stated that the plug on the headlight switch overheated and melted the wire in the plug. He had to disconnect the battery every time he got out of the vehicle because it caused a failure within the parking lights. The plug and headlight switch needed to be replaced. He found recall 99v103000 online and was told by both the manufacturer and the dealer that his vehicle was not included. The vehicle had not been repaired to-date. The current mileage was approximately 183,000. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

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I currently am the second owner of a 1998 Ford Contour. Recently the parking, and dashboard lights ceased to operate. I changed the headlight switch which lasted for a week and burned out. . Research on the internet revealed there was a service recall dated 5/10/99 under serial #99v10300 for the headlight harness which was causing the above described problem. I contacted Ford who stated their was no open recall on this vehicle. Further research on the internet revealed additional owners who had the same problem but were informed by Ford that their particular vehicle was not covered under the recall. My complaint is if so many Ford Contour models are having this problem why are only certain vehicles covered when many are having identical problems thankyou.

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The contact owns a 1997 Ford Contour. The contact stated that the defroster stopped working. The vehicle was serviced for NHTSA recall # 01i009000 (visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring) in 2001. The instrument panel and tail lights also do not work. The vehicle was serviced for NHTSA recall # 99v103000 (exterior lighting:headlights:switch) in 1999. The current mileage is 92,794 and failure mileage was 90,000. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08.

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I have a 1998 Ford Contour that the dashboard lights and rear taillights have stopped working, while the headlights continue to function. The cause was the wiring overheating and I had to replace the wiring harness and the switch. I did some research online and located a recall nhsta campaign 99v103000 for the 1998 Ford Contour for this exact problem, but according to the dealership my car was not included in the recall. I have had to pay for the work out of pocket, but I am wondering if it was in error than my car was not included.

Ford will not repair a recall (99s14) on my 1998 Contour se due to the fact that my specific VIN number is not included in the recall, although the year is in the recall. The problem is the same. (instrument panel lights and tail lights not working when headlights are turned on. ) the description of the Ford recall 99s14 is the same as my observed problem. Unsafe to drive car at night. No correction has been performed. Ford should take responsibility for this known recall.

When turning headlights on, tail lights and interior panel lights do not come on. This is a known problem (NHTSA campaign number 99v103000). However, Ford says that it is not their responsibility because of the vehicle identification number [xxx]. Updated 07/19/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The headlight switch wiring caused an open circuit in the instrument panel illumination, the park lights and tail lights.

While driving engine suddenly shut off at highway speed. Consumer smelled smoke. Took vehicle to a mechanic, who determined that a circuit inside the headlamp burnt. ++++++++++++++++++++.

Car had a problem with lights which I feel should have been cover under recall 99v-103 (Ford campain number 99s14). But was told my VIN # 1fal653xvk143361 was not covered. The problem is ecactlly as stated in the recall. I feel the problem is more wide spread than Ford is saying.

Dealership replaced the bronze terminals, but refused to replace the headlight switch as stated in the headlight switch/wire harness recall 99v103000. Instrument panel lights and headlights were not working properly.

The headlight switch malfunctioned and caused the tail lights and instrument panel light to go out without warning. The vehicle was recall once for this problem and repaired but the problem has reocurred. Manufacturer stated since the recall was repaired once, they will not repair it again free of charge.

Headlight switch terminals and wiring harness terminals experienced heat damage. The instrument panel, tail lights and parking lights failed. Robin Ford dealer, 100 n. Mcdade blvd, glenolden, PA indicated that there is a recall for this problem on the 96 Ford Contour but my VIN does not apply to the recall. My VIN is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Consumer states received recall 99v103000 notification. Dealership repaired other recalls, but informed consumer parts were not available to repair headlight switch recall, and he should return in 7 days. When consumer returned to dealership he was informed that vehicle had already been serviced for this recall, and any work would be performed at consumer's expense. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

Panel lights and tail lights failed, part (f5rz-14a411-ba) was replaced in 8/99 according to recall (99v-103), part failed 1 year and 5 months later, owner would like to be reimibursed for repairs on 1/12/01. Cj.

Received recall notice 99v103000; took vehicle to dealer last year. Mechanic barely looked at switch & declared okay. Now having problems as recall indicated. Took vehicle back. Informed by mechanic switch just suppose to be inspected & not replaced. Recall notice indicated to replace switch & then inspect it later.

Vehicle has been at the dealership for a nine week period waiting for the recall component part to arrive (99v-103).

I only have 2 speeds on my heater blower,lo and 2. I also have had smoke comming from under the dash or from a heater vent when the heater has been on. When I go over a bump regardless of how small there is a thump sound that comes from the trunk area. The suspension system seems to hit really hard with any kind of bump in the road. I also had to have the headlight switch assy fixed according the recall because of taillight and panel failure.

Received recall notice #99v103000. Contacted dealer. Took vehicle for repairs, which was done. The remedy had failed. Took vehicle back to dealer at least 6 times afterwards. Each time the remedy failed. Mechanic is ordering a different light switch after putting in relay switch.

Consumer having trouble with dealership obtaining recall repair (99v-103). Mjs.

Terminal at the headlight switch and wires was damaged which caused anti- freeze to leak .

Rec'd recall 99v103000 & contacted dealer. Took vehicle in for headlight connector & it was replaced. When starting vehicle, it was very sluggish. Problem was not present before connector replaced. Owner not satisfied with repairs.

Received a manufacturer's recall notice #99s-14 Ford/headlight switch /wiring harness; took vehicle to dealer shop for repairs; later on noticed instrument panel lights failed to operate. Notified dealer, and informed consumerthat it would c additional $48. 00 to get the lights back on. Can NHTSA provide further detail on this matter.

Consumer is having scheduling problems in receiving recall repairs (99v-103) (99v-194). Mjs.

Notified by dealer of recall #99v103000. Took to dealer for repairs. Supposedly took 10 minutes of repair. The panel lights still not on. Afterwards, received notice #99v103000 from dealer. Went to different dealer who refused repairs due to other dealership having already done repairs.

Received manufacturer's recall 99s-14; Ford/head light switch/wiring harness. Took vehicle in for repairs,three days later vehicle would not start; contacted dealer and informed of problem. Dealer informed consumer not to bring vehicle in because consumer refused to pay $48. 00 for fuses for clock and radio. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.

Battery drained several times possibly due to recall related component failure. Nlm.

Whenever headlight switch is turned on all other lights remain off. This condition has occurred on two other occasions that consumer paid for repairs. Manufacturer informed consumer that vehicle was not under any recall, any repairs made would be at consumer's expense.

The terminals at the headlight switch and wiring harness connectors failed prior to recall notice 99v-103 causing the vehicle to shut down. Nlm.

Headlight switch and mount failed/burned up/lights won't turn off/on, needed replacing, dashboard components always run hot; fuel door lever inside car doesn't work reliably & door sticks; egr hose failed, took Ford 1. 5 weeks to get one in, no guidelines this hose ever needing replaced, & it costs $93??!?!.

Recall repair on the head light switch (99v-103) completed, however after repair the instrument panel lights do not always illuminate and are not as bright and after extended use of the headlights the resistor switch for panel lights is hot to the tough (required additional repairs). Mjs.

While driving tail lights/odometer lights, and parking lights went out. Consumer took vehicleto dealer, and they replaced a switch. Consumer did not know which switch, on Nov 1, 2000 same problem occurred. Took vehicle to another dealer, and they replaced headlight switch, and a f5rz14a411 , head lamp switch.

Consumer has defective parts , such as. Headlight switch is ticking noise inside of the vehicle, and all dashboard lights are out.

The first noticable symptom was that my dashboard lights went out. I then learned that, although my headlights, brake lights, turn signals, and ememgency flashers still functioned, my running lights were also out. Upon taking the car into the dealership, I was informed that my headlight switch had shorted and caused damage to the interior wiring harness. To add further insult to injury, I had to purchase an entire wiring harness regardless of whether or not I wished to have the damage harness repaired or replaced because the needed parts could not be obtained separately. This has all been reported to Ford motor company and they are looking into the matter. I have only reported my case to the NHTSA after finding a listing in your online investigations database for action number pe98063 and thought that my story may pertain to this investigation. Thank you for your consideration.

Consumer experiencing loss of instrument and tail lights at the same time. Dealer notified and repaired malfunction at the cost to consumer, replaced headlamp switch and connector.

Had headlights on & noticed smoke coming from dashboard. The headlight switch caught fire. Electrical system had shorted out. Took to dealer & called manufacturer informed owner's fault for electrical short & fire. Will not repair defect.