While driving windshield wipers malfunctioned, causing the wipers to operate unexpectedly which may cause an accident. Also, problem with the oil stick. It seems to be cracking or falling apart, which may cause by some type of metal rubbing against the oil stick. Causes unknown.
1997 Ford F-150 visibility complaints
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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.
Sliding rear window leaks.
Consumer had taken the vehicle to dealer for repairs of the lugs: nuts:bolts, but dealer did not had the parts to repair vehicle for the first time, and now the vehicle has the same problem. Dealer has been contacted. *ak consumer has became aware of recall 98s14, regarding the lugs/nuts/bolts. Steering not operating properly, it locks up when it rains. Transmission does not operate properly, consumer was informed of recall 97s86, however dealer stated that consumer would have to work with their schedule for repairs. Windshield wipers start by themselves. Turn signals worked too fast, dealer found a loose wire. Brakes did not work efficiently, takes a longer distance to stop. A/c was not cold enough. Serpentine belt was replaced. Door was out of adjustment, making it hard to open from the inside.
While driving at approximately 60 MPH an object fell of a truck in front of consumer. Consumer moved from left to right to avoid hitting the object. 8-year old daughter that was strapped in hit the window latch which caused a small cut to open up.
Electrical system continues to experience failures.
While driving over 50 MPH the windshield wipers lose contact with windshield, causing reduced driver visibility.
The windshield makes a noise like it's going to explode and then it cracks, also the windshield wipers lift off of the vehicle at a speed of 55mph or greater.
Rotors warped.
In weather temperatures below 20 degrees the windshield wipers' rubber blades do not touch windsheild, causing visibility problems.
Dmv placement visor failed due to weak material.
The windshield washer jet does not reach the windshield above 40mph. Had jet replaced and the same thing happened again. *ak
Windshield glass has spots etched into glass , causing poor visibility
The conversion ford f150 has a defect in rear window by the bench seat which was not reinforced properly, it's structural unsafe; it does not have the roll bar which does not comply with our fmvss. The conversion is transapple custom, 2645 route25 centre reach ny 11720 at 516-981-vans,kenny coder thru babylon ford 495 montaqa hwy west isley ny at 516‑669‑3232, hank heckels.
Driving at turn pike speed the rear window exploded with a pop sound, three weeks later the driver's side window exploded outward. *ak after sitting for two days infront of our home.
Floor heater vents inoperative.
Vehicle rolled away while in park on slight incline; also vehicle veers to the left and windshield wipers skip cycles while on delay.
Window handle failed.
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