Windshield Wiper/washer Problems of Ford Windstar

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. While driving in rainy weather conditions, the windshield wipers suddenly failed and impaired visibility. The dealer stated that his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 01v261000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor), although the failures were identical. The contact would be responsible for the repair costs. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The speed was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 136,000.

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- the contact stated that the 2001 Ford Windstar's windshield wipers no longer work . The contact stated that they started with the intermittent wipers which would not completely wipe the window unless one continuedt o work the knob. She stated that now the windshield wiper doesn't wipe the windows at all. The contact found a recall 01v261000 for visibility: windshield wiper/ washer: motor. She called the manufacturer, and they informed her that this recall should have been taken care of by now, and would not help her with any other information. The contact felt that this vehicle should be apart of the recall since the vehicle only had 74,000 miles on it. The failure mileage was 70,000.

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: the contact stated the vehicle windshield wipers intermittently malfunctioned. The dealer was contacted and determined that the vehicle was not included in any recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was not examined or repaired. The contact found similar recalls # 01v261000 about the visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor on the NHTSA website.

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: the contact stated that a recall on the replacement of the windshield wipers cover was not performed on the vehicle. An independent repair shop notified the contact of the recall and determined that the dealer should be contacted for repairs. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the recall work had already been issued on the vehicle and no other service was performed. The vehicle was taken back to the independent repair shop who stated that the recall pertained to the replacement of the windshield wipers cover and the prior recall work that had been done on the vehicle was for the addition of silicone over the molding holes. The manufacturer was notified and would not assist the contact with recovery work to the recall.

: the contact stated the windshield wipers failed. Initially the wipers worked intermittently, however the wipers are no longer functioning at all. There is an NHTSA recall, # 01v261000, regarding the visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor. The VIN was not included in the recall. Updated 8/7/2006 - the consumer has had the wiper motor and wiper switch replaced.

On June 27th 2005, I was driving and it was raining heavy and my wind sheild wipers stopped working, I could'nt see anything, so I drove slowly to the side of the street and I almost hit this lady and her daugther who was crossing the streets cause I could not see them cause the rain was coming down so heavy.

Regarding recall # 01v261000. My 2001 Ford Windstar 2fmza51461bb73908 was not included in that recall. However, I am having the exact issue as described in this recall. I contacted Ford and they are unwilling to do anything about it. My vehicle is the same year as the year listed in the recall. It seems very odd that I am having this issue yet I some how missed the recall window by a small margin. This is a safety related issue and I am disappointed that Ford has not responded appropriately.

On 5/1/05 my wife drove the van to work when she arrived at work the windshield wipers would not turn off. She then noticed smoke coming form under the dash. She had a friend disconnect the battery (that act probably saved the vehicle form catching fire). I had the vehicle towed to clair Ford in saco, me. Clair Ford told me the wiper motor burned out due to some kind of short circuit they said they could not tell what caused the short circuit. On 5/20 I read about a recall form Ford for wiper motors burning up. I contact customer service via e-mail and a woman called me a few days later and said there were no recalls involving wipers and Ford would not do anything to resolve this issue. I then researched the NHTSA web site it showed me that Ford had recalled the wipers in 2001 under recall number 01s25.

01 v 261 000/windshield wiper motor cover: the wipers worked intermittently.

While driving 50 mph in inclement weather, without warning the windshield wiper failed. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the windshield wiper motor needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.

Recently experience wiper motor/harness corrosion on my 1999 Ford wnstar which has resulted in inoperative wipers. The wipers failed while my wife and 2 kids were driving on I-40 which almost caused them to leave the roadway. The vehicle was taken to capital Ford dealer and the wiper failure was analyzed at a charge of $61. 00 on may 20, 2004. The dealership advised that the harness and motor would need to be replaced at a cost of $461. 00. The dealer has been less than helpful in explaining how corrosion developed. On may 25, 2004 10:45 est), I called Ford motor corp. Customer relations (kurl 800-392-3673). I explained my situation and referred to recall # 01v26100. She stated that there would be no warrantee/recall coverage because the vehicle was well outside the 12 months/12,000. Miles. She furhter said that the recall was completed on my vehicle in 2001 and that there was no relationship to my current malfunction and the recall. Logic would suggest that a recall 2 years after manufacturer date could contribute to a problem/malfunction 5 years later. Please advise by written notice of your findings or conclusions. Thanks.

While driving at any speed driver's side windshield wiper blade did not sufficiently clear the window. The blade touched the bottom and the top of the window, but not the center where the consumer needed it the most.

The windshield wipers extended beyond the vehicle's windshield. The consumer feels that this is a safety hazard. The blades are not stationary and need to be tightened regularly. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem. During a winter storm, the wipers worked fine then all of a sudden the wiper arm and blades started moving to the left of the windshield completely off the windshield on the driver's side of the vehicle. This distorted the consumer's wife's vision.

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Windshield wipers fail to clear windshield when in use. Would pull to side of road to clean windshield wipers off. Were replaced 3 times. Took vehicle to dealer, informed by mechanic they were the only windshield wipers made for Windstar by manufacturer. Consumer was later able to purchase effective windshield wipers from an automotive store.

Replacement windshield wiper (pass) does not seem to fit correctly-none of the wipers in dealer stock fits with same positive locking action as the orginal wiper blade. Appears that wipe blade assy can pop off under some conditions.

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When turning on the windshield wipers the wipers don't work,upon turning on the washers they work.

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Driver side wiper failed during a major downpour in rush hour traffic. Visibility was next to zero. Managed to get vehicle to the side of the road without incident. In checking wiper arm I found the nut attaching the wiper arm to the wiper motor assembly had come lose. Because of the loose condition, wiper arm would not move more than 1-2 inches. A simple washer or lock washer under the nut would have prevented this failure.

Windshield wiper pivot arm nut became loose while in use. Wiper fell to left off of windshield.

Windshield wipers do not work when there is a little snow or rain. Visibility is very poo/blades ice up and become coated with snow and will not functrion properly. Windshield wiper and defroster don't seem to work.

You can call me to get details or Ford can call. Both wiper and seat were safety items and caused us to drive this new van in a very unsafe mannor . The wiper motor had to be replaced first then some module. Took about one week to get the wipers fixed. The driver seat tilts and slides forward so people can get in and out the back. The retaining nut fell off the stud that holds the cable on. Since two push nuts were under the seat and both would not stay on the stud I think the studs are undersized. Once the cable pops off the seat tilts forward and the slide is free to move forward or back but no way to lock the slide or tip the seat back. I had to drive like this to get home. Face about 2 - 3 inches from the steering wheel. Call for more details if you want.

Windshield wiper fluid reservoir is located out in hood that defroster cannot get to it. Therefore, in bad snowy conditions windshield wiper reservoir will freeze up, and consumer cannot use it when needed, such as when ice and mud is splashed onto windshield, causing poor visibility.

Owner states that his rear wiper does not clear window effectively and that washer pump does not operate, he also notes that he has a hard time of seeing out rear window.

Windshield wipers stopped working. Dealer said windshield wipers stopped because of water damage and corrosion.