Windshield Wiper/washer Problems of Ford F-150 - part 2

Ford F-150 owners have reported 47 problems related to windshield wiper/washer (under the visibility category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the F-150.

36 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

Failure Date: 01/20/1997

The windshield washer jet does not reach the windshield above 40mph. Had jet replaced and the same thing happened again.

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37 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

Windshield wiper arm would not retain blade. Yh.

38 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

Windshield wipers would activate by themselves, and then squirt water on windshield. This would cause a visibility problem for driver. Its unexpected and very distracting.

39 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1999 Ford F-150

Windshield wiper suddenly comes on without being switched by the driver. This is very startling and distracting to the operator of the vehicle. I feel it is a safety concern because it frightens the operator.

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40 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

In weather temperatures below 20 degrees the windshield wipers' rubber blades do not touch windsheild, causing visibility problems.

41 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1999 Ford F-150

The force of the wind over the hood directs the stream of washer fluid from the washers to a place below the wiper blades due to design.

42 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

The windshield washer fluid pump will engage without notice,blocking drivers view. Dealer was notified,turn signal and wiper assembly replaced at cost to original owner.

43 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

Windshield wipers will come on by themselves without touching controls, causing poor visibility. Defect occurs intermittenly. Dealer cannot determine cause.

44 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

When driving under normal conditions windshield wipers will activate on their own. Also, they will shut off when it is raining . Dealer has been contacted.

45 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

Windshield wiper fluid switch does not work. Dealer tried to fix it, and no there was no solution.

46 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1999 Ford F-150

At highway speeds, washer spray is to weak. It only gets the bottom 1/3 of windshield. This won't let you clean the section in front of your eyes. Problem with cleaning spray during winter driving or light rain.

47 Windshield Wiper/washer problem of the 1997 Ford F-150

While driving over 50 mph the windshield wipers lose contact with windshield, causing reduced driver visibility.



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