Visibility Problems of Ford Econoline

Ford Econoline owners have reported 12 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's defogger (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Ford Econoline


Recently reported Visibility problems of Ford Econoline

The Defogger problem

Heater flap broke which then didn't allow the defroster to defrost the windows - no heat was applied throughout the van.   Read details...

The Windshield problem

Vehilcle has been into repair shop on five occasions to have the windshield fixed, which has been leaking since ownership.   Read details...

The Exterior Rearview Mirror problem

By setting the mirror in a lower position driver was unable to see a vehicle coming up on the side of him. While by setting the mirror in a upper position, driver was unable to see the vehicle parallel/ beside his vehicle. Both incidents almost caused an accident. Dealer notified.   Read details...

The Blower problem

While using defroster to clear windows heater fans do not run. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.   Read details...

The Wiper problem

(2017 thor vegas) no accident has happened. . . Yet. When we took delivery on 06-22-2017, the driver's side wiper did not wipe the driver's entire field of vision, a safety issue in a downpour. Repair was attempted by dealer leaving the driver's side wiper blade parked 1/3 of the way up the   Read details...




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