Dash Wiring Problems of Ford F-250

I was driving along on rt 295 during a rain storm and my windshield wipers stopped working along with other electrical componets in my truck. I drive a 97 Ford f250 4x4 XLT. Luckily I was not injured. I took my truck to be fixed where I was told that I needed to replace my gem module and fuse box. I thought that was odd. The mechanic said that the windshields on the model of my truck is known to leak and damage those componets. I could of got into a serious accident that day, resulting in death of me or other people on the road.

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On November 20th I came hoome home from shopping around 8:30pm ,paprked in driveway ,turned truck off went inside tool care of dogs went out t truck to get packages. Came in went to bed around 10:00pm. My husband came home from work at 1:30am parked in driveway sdidnt notice anything . Sunday moring November 21st went to start truck(8:55 am) to warm up before going top get the paper , and when I opened my door to the truck it smelt and was black , the dash melted I called the police and they called the fire company the fire was out . I made a police report and the fire marshal made a report ,which he concluded the fire started in the four wheel drive swich . Later that week the insurance man came looked at truck and said it would probably be a total loss,which I just received a letter from Ford, they can not help me deal with the insurance CO. It would cost about 12,000. To fix and the book value is 23,000. But the fact is that the wiring from the 4x4 swich is what started the fire . I plan on going to Ford with this being they didnt send anyone out to look at my truck but are saying they cant help me .

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After noticing different electrical items remaining energized after the ignition was turned off I began doing some research. What I have learned through the local Ford dealer is that the windshield sealant compound used was of poor quality from the manufacturer. Overtime this allows water to seep in around the front windshield and drains into the drivers side dash area. This location houses the fuse panel and gem (generic electronic module). The water that enters the fuse panel and gem causes both units to short out, and could potentially cause a fire. The early signs of a problem are the ac fan running with the ignition off, the clock on the radio flashing when it should be off (ignition off), and the electric windows, door locks, and power mirrors to work intermittently. Ford dealers are very aware of this problem and state that though Ford motor company admits using poor quality sealant, they refuse to fix any of the fuse boxes or gems. While inspecting the underside of my dash I have also noted that the linkage for the brakes, passing through the firewall, is extremely rusty. Eventually this rust could cause an owner to experience brake failure caused by a broken linkage.

After towing my trailer several blocks I pulled over at my destination and realized my trailer lights had gone out. This is unusual because the trailer just made a 2500 mile trip with no problems. After checking the connections and opening up the fuse box to look for blown fuses I went back to check the lights again. Upon returning to the truck several minutes later I found the fuse box and a portion of the dashboard in flames. I smothered the fire and found all the electronics to work with the exception of the passenger power seat and the trailer lights and brakes. The vehicle is a 2003 Ford superduty lariat F-250 5. 4l.

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While driving all electrical functions on dash went out. Consumer was afraid to shutoff vehicle in fear that vehicle may not start again. Consumer has attempted to contact dealer. A faulty fuse panel was discovered and replaced for the second time which contols the computer and instrument panel it was the main panel that controls alls the operating functions.

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Ihav egone to the dealership service department several times and asked for assistance with these problems. I have gotten no support from them. I have taken it in severn times and filled two dispute settelment claims. I am still waiting to hear from them, I feel we bought a thirty five thousand dollar headache! please help me to get this truck repaired or replaced. I feel we have given peninsula Ford every opportunity to do the right thing, but they seem to not want to now that they have their money. I would not feel right selling this vehicle to someone,knowing that sooner or latter it will cause an accident, thanks for listening/helping. No safety defect listed. (tiresize: 235/85r16).

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The odometer light shine on steering column due to instrument cluster failure.

The odometer light shine on steering column due to instrument cluster failure.

While driving saw smoke was coming from the passenger side dashboard. Then, got out of vehicle and disconnected battery. Wire harness and fuel pump had been replaced four times.

Instrument panel wiring failure causing abs light to come on and cruise control to malfunction, cruise control continues to malfunction after repair attempt. Mjs.

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