2000 Ford F-150: windshield wiper failure

Filed Nov 10, 2011 · Body, Brakes · NH

2000 ford f-150. Consumer states wheel rims started to rust out in one year *tgw the consumer also stated the bumper rusted out in one year, and the ABS light illuminated. The brakes were inspected several times, but no problem was found. The high beams would not come on, the plastic on the outside rearview mirror fell off, the dome light in the cab wouldn't come on, and the tailgate wouldn't close, the windshield wiper washer, wipers and heating system did not work. The power steering pump leaked all the time, the gear shifter wouldn't go into park. The fuel strap failed three years ago and caused the fuel tank to fall to the ground.

Filed Jan 5, 2009 · Electrical, Visibility · 145,000 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact has been experiencing multiple electrical system failures. The locks and windshield wipers worked sporadically or would not work when the switch was activated. The heater in the vehicle would also work randomly. The volume in the radio would increase while he attempted to turn it down. He called a dealer and the mechanic discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v072000 (electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers), but it only applied to the ford explorer. The contact was experiencing the same failure as noted in the recall. The vehicle is being taken to the dealer on january 5, 2009 for a diagnosis. The failure mileage was 145,000 and current mileage was 150,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2008 · Visibility · 90,300 miles · GA · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f150. While driving approximately 5 MPH in a parking lot, the instrument panel began to smoke. Prior to this failure, the windshield wipers automatically activated and deactivated without assistance. The contact pulled over and inspected underneath the hood. He noticed excessive smoke, but no flames were present. The fire department department was not called to the scene. The vehicle was driven to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the windshield wiper motor was the cause of the failure. The vehicle was previously repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v258000 (visibility;windshield wiper/washer motor); however, the failure persists. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 90,300.

Filed Aug 28, 2008 · Visibility · 198,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f-150. The contact stated that the windshield wipers do not work properly and the vehicle has to be turned off in order for them to shut off. The failure mileage was 198,000.

Filed Mar 12, 2008 · Visibility · 118,000 miles · OH · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f150. On march 8, 2008, after activating the windshield wipers, the wiper motor caught fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle is currently being diagnosed by the insurance company. There were no warning lights; however, the passenger side windshield wiper stopped working the previous night. The contact thought the failure was due to the snow on the wipers, but after they were cleaned, the wiper failed to operate. The current and failure mileages were 118,000.

Filed Dec 13, 2007 · Body, Visibility · 111,200 miles · OH

When it rains or snows, water leaks from around the windshield onto fuse box causing electrical failure of wipers, damage to relays, battery draining to dead, and failure of other electrical components. The windshield has no chips or cracks !

Filed Oct 4, 2007 · Electrical · IA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford f150. While the vehicle is parked, the horn will activate and the windshield wipers work intermittently. The contact stated that the vehicle would start automatically and she would have to disconnect the battery to stop the vehicle. The failure has occurred at least eight times. The contact took the vehicle to the ford dealer on several occasions and they replaced the parts, but the failures still occur. The mileage information was unavailable.

Filed Oct 31, 2006 · Electrical · 74,300 miles · MN

Intermittent electrical failures in wet conditions. Most severe was when windshield wipers quit working while driving in the rain. Less severe, radio will stop, odometer will turn blank, accessories will remain on with truck turned off.

Filed Jul 13, 2006 · Electrical · 43,930 miles · OH

The vehicle started however, I was unable to shift it into gear. After three calls to a ford dealership, I was advised to shift it into neutral, start it then shift it into drive. I was able to drive it home however, the power windows & windshield wipers were not working. I heard "clicking" noises coming from the fuse box. After placing it into drive, the radio would not work. When I placed it in park, the radio started working. When using the panel/floor defrost, I heard an electrical shorting noise coming from under the hood. On 1/23/05, it would not start; only the lights on the dashboard came on; I was unable to shift it into neutral; the engine did not turn over. The vehicle was towed to krieger ford. Initially, I was told that it needed a new starter. After further testing, I was advised that the fuse box and gem were water-logged due to water leaking into them as the result of a faulty seal in the windshield which is the original factory installed windshield. I found an article ironically titled "quality is the prime imperative with ford". The 1st paragraph states "installing windshields in vehicles has always been a pain. Fixing water leaks is the last thing you want to do in a vehicle assembly plant". The 2nd paragraph states "...has brought the number of windshield leaks significantly under 1 per 20 hours of production..." the 3rd paragraph references the word "defects". I wrote a lengthy letter dated 2/5/05 to the ceo of ford with attachments of the article, online complaints stating the same problems & questioned the september 2004 tie rod inspection procedure mailed to me from ford with regard to premature wearing and separation. I had also spoken to individuals in ford's customer service center on several occasions. I paid krieger ford over $1,000 to replace the starter (their "quick" fix), replace the gem & fuse box & remove & re-seal the windshield. Ford responded to my letter by placing me on their promotional mailing list. Documentation available.

Filed Oct 19, 2005 · Body · 55,000 miles · TN

2000 ford f-150 lariat 4 x 4 windshield leaks. As a result of this leak the windshield wipers sporadically go on. The switch is off but the wipers just come on. I have to pull the fuse so it will not happen. When it rains I have to put the fuse back in so they will work.

Filed Oct 7, 2005 · Visibility · OH

Dt: 2000 ford f150. The contact stated the windshield wiper motor had to be replaced because it quit. The mechanic thought it may be under recall so he advised the contact to call ford and inquire. Ford stated there was no recall based on the vehicle identification number. The contact then found recall, 01v258000. The contact would like to be reimbursed for the work he had done to his vehicle. The motor was replaced on september 1, 2005. *ak updated 11/16/05.

Filed Jun 21, 2005 · Electrical · AL

2000 ford f150 leaking around driver side windshield wiper area. Water leaks down inside firewall into a relay/control terminal and activates the ignition and security system. Normally this drains the battery and deactivates the ignition until the unit dries out. This only occurs during heavy rain.