2012 Ford F-150: windshield wiper failure

Filed Mar 7, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · AL

Rear wheel and steering lock up while traveling at 70mph on interstate causing broken controls on steering wheel . Vehicle is unsafe to drive. Truck was taken to Rivertown Ford 1680 Whittlesey Rd Columbus Ga 31904 for recall repair. Truck was released to me with no signals no wipers. The steering is very loose and hard to control

Filed Jun 16, 2022 · Visibility · KS

Wipers will not turn off, they will continue to wipe while driving for days even in the off position, had to pull the fuse in order to stop the intermittent wipe, when it rains i have to re install the fuse. After months of dealing with this problem I drilled a hole in the dash, mounted a switch and ran a wire to the fuse box so I didn't have to open the hood just to get the morning doo off, the switch works great.

Filed Apr 21, 2020 · Brakes, Visibility · 157,000 miles · MI

Brakes make scrapping noise wiper motor. Speed of wipers does not change after 2nd advance

Filed Oct 15, 2019 · Visibility · 99,500 miles · WI

The windshield wipers will come on without being activated by the switch. (this is on the non-rain sensing model). They seem to be stuck on the lowest intermittent setting. I've come across forums online that state this is a common problem with the multifunction switch needing replaced. T

Filed Oct 18, 2018 · Brakes, Steering · 103,000 miles · NH

Theory - vehicle manufacturers can simulate or induce failure of various parts/systems through the computer programming systems that run vehicles causing vehicle owners to make unneeded repairs which creates demand for parts and labor throughout the dealership network. My vehicle has had the following issues arise after the warranty expired. 1) dashboard display of gear vehicle is operating in stopped illuminating 2) windshield wiper stays on lowest intermittent setting after wiper is turned off 3) vehicle makes noise for 5-10 seconds following ignition during which brake pedal is soft. 4) sound of grinding/scraping from the front end 5) power steering is stiff during low speed turns my response to these situations were/are as follows: 1) checked the fuses - everything was good there. Several months later the display illuminated and has stayed illuminated ever since. 2) the local dealership recommended replacing a $100 part - I continued to switch the wipers on and off until wipers stayed off. Situation still requires on/off switching sometimes but has improved over time 3) the local dealership recommended replacement of a $400 brake vacuum pump. I continued to wait for brake pedal to firm before operating the vehicle and the situation resolved to normal presently. That is to say there is no problem with the brakes. 4) took the vehicle in for service and incurred a $700+ charge for iwes system. Dealership said the check valves had stuck open and dirt and dust had entered the system requiring replacement of parts 5) this is the latest issue with the vehicle. It only happens when turning after a stop and doesn't happen every day. I suspect it will resolve itself overtime if my theory as stated at the top is correct.

Filed Dec 11, 2017 · Visibility · TX

Wiper does not turn off when it's in the off position this has been going on for a year not sure if it was part of a recall.

Filed Mar 5, 2017 · Visibility · 58,000 miles · MO

Wind shield wipers wont shut off ,stay on after shuting off, does this anytime I use the wipers.

Filed Feb 3, 2016 · Visibility · 88,000 miles · IA

Driving down the highway I sprayed my windshield cleaner and turned them off but the wiper stayed wiping on low. It was freezing at the time and almost caused an accident.

Filed Aug 31, 2015 · Visibility · 60,000 miles · OH

Windshield wipers fail to turn off completely after use. At times turn on by themselves. Both problems occur intermittently. Act similar to intermittent mode, but timing slightly different. Online search for issue revealed numerous other vehicles with similar problem, most caused by the multifunction switch that controls the wipers. Took vehicle to dealer who diagnosed the problem as the multifunction switch and replaced at my cost. Dealer notes included "known issue".

Filed Aug 1, 2013 · Lights · 7,500 miles · PA

2012 ford f150 stx "auto lamps" can not be turned on by dealerships, if they were not factory installed, even though factory wiring and proper parts, exists. "lights on with wipers", which is an available option with the auto lamp feature, is required by pennsylvania law, who must consider it a safety issue.