Dt*: 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 federal safety agency website.
1999 Ford Windstar visibility complaints
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Recall #01v261000 was rectified in feb 2002. The motor cover was replaced because water would get into the motor. Today my husband replaced our wiper motor and the old one was filled with water. Obviously, their solution wasn't adequate.
Dt*: the contact stated the windshield wipers failed. Initially the wipers worked intermittently, however the wipers are no longer functioning at all. There is an the federal safety agency 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.
Passenger side electric mirror does not operate properly. When switched to right or left, the mirror goes diagonally up or down, also when switched up and down. The wiring, switch and mirror were checked. The mirror is new, bought from ford.
The windshield wipers on my 1999 ford windstar are stopping halfway through the cycle and I physically have to get out of my car and push them so they return to the base. There was a recall on for this problem but ford told me since it was already performed that they would not repair it again.
Dt: rear blower motor in the rear of van smelled like it was burning and then stopped working. There was a recall on exact model, 1999, ford, windstar. The owner's malfunctioned part was not produced where the others were, so she was not included in the recall. The blower has not worked for a month. There were no prior problems with the blower. The owner took the van to a service station, and the service station informed consumer that there was a recall, on exactly what she should bring to ford for veicle to be fixed. The service advised the owner to go to ford for the recall. She then tried to make an appointment with ford, and they said they wouldn't cover it. The owner tried to contact ford. This was the first time this year that the air had been on. And that was when the burning odoe she smelled and the blower stopped working.
Front heater does not work. I went on web and found hundreds of complaints with same problem. Either heater door behind radio does not close or gear that operates door breaks. Rear heater works, but in cold weather or snowy weather, one cannot see out of windshield which can cause an accident.
No heat or defroster for front half of vehicle, rear heater works fine. There is a blending door in the heater box on the firewall that apparently has a small motor that operates the blend door. The motor is fine. Mechanics tell me that a screw that holds the box in place loosens allowing the box to warp which rubs or stops the rod attached to the motor and the blending door from moving smoothly. My motor operates fine but has broken the rod making a clicking noise when you operate the manual control from cold to hot. The door stays closed in the cold mode, no heat or defroster.
01 v 261 000/windshield wiper motor cover: the wipers worked intermittently.
While turning on the defogger or heat it failed to come on. This caused poor visibility while driving. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, mechanic advised consumer that the problem could be fixed, but the consumer would have to pay for the parts and labor. *ak it was later determined that he blend air door was broken which would not allow heat to blow trough any of the vents.
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. *la
Front heater does not work. Thumping noise from dashboard. Dealer (person ford, laverne, ca) wants $500 to replace heating valve/flap. Abs light stays on dealer could not figure out the cause.
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
Consumer noticed that the windshield wipers failed to work on low setting . Windshield wiper motor was replaced three times by the dealer. In addition, consumer replaced the motor four times with no change in system.
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.
* vehicle leans since purchased sept 13, 2003. * allignment problems. * transmission does not properly change gears. * low treads on tires. * a frame problems. * suspension steering makes a clunking noise. * brakes must be pumped to stop, and make a ticking noise when applied. * vehicle has overheated. * power steering fluid leaked. * gears do not shift properly. * primer scotch guard on seats wearing after coat applied.
We have taken this van in for repair fivetimesin one year. The first month we had it the head was replaced. The power steering has gone out for now the fifth time. I actually lost controlof the vehicle due to beingunable to turn the steering. My husband has to drive me everywhere because only he can turn the steering wheel. Each time we take it for repair we are charged a deductible and I can not do this anymore. This is obviously a lemon. Marshall mize ford in chattanooga tennessee is where the vehicle was purchased in january of 2001. They also have performed all service on this vehicle. Ford has not been understanding of why my payments have been late, but when you are having these kinds of issues such as electrical, transmission, air conditioning, and engine malfunctions, it does not take a genius to figure out why a woman with a family who depends on this vehicle as reliable, safe means of transportation is having difficulty. Maybe if their product was of better quality, my children would be in a safe vehicle, and ford would get their money on time.
Ford winstar 1999 windshield cracked while driving. Crack developed at the bottom, mid-width and is progreesing over the last two days. About 10 in. Long after two days.was not hit by stone. Crack is clean, no dings, etc.
Windshield wiper motor failed without warning. A recall was issued; however this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Actuator door motor has broken rods to blend door. We are without heat, blows cold air only. Must replace entire heater assembly at est. Cost of $980.00 dollars. Initial cost to replace the motor alone was for $225.00 which was first diagnosis of problem.
While driving my 1999 winstar the overdrive light came on, so I looked in my rearview mirror and saw smoke comming from under the vehicle. So, I pull over to the side of the road and stop, transmission fluid was leaking out. My winstar van broke down out side of nashville, tn with 70,401 miles on it. The costs at john barker's two rivers ford in nashville was $2017.81.
Heater box door, plastic? Locked in A/C mode no heat or defrost capability. Dealer said needs to replace box to fix little door - plenum ? Blend door / $1000 need defrost mechanism in new england for cold weather. Failure on highway a disaster waiting to kill someone.
The "check engine" light has been on for over a year, very shortly after my last fuel emissions test in 2002. Despite numerous checks by my mechanic, which detects no fuel emissions problems, the indicator light stays on. After each inspection by my mechanic, the light turns off temporarily, (1 or so weeks), and then relights. We have thus failed the md state emissions test (without being tested by them) due to this chronic light problem. My brother-in-law has the same exact problem with his ford windstar minivan, and so does another person (not verified myself). The read windshield wiper motor has been recalled. We had it repaired by a ford repair shop, and it has broken again.
Windshield wiper motor. Mr the consumer received a recall letter in the mail regarding the windshield wipers. When the vehicle was returned to the consumer, the windshield wipers did not work on high speed or in cold weather. The consumer was told the replacement part was defective. The consumer stated the vehicle did not have any heat and the technician stated that was a new problem. The check engine light illuminated on the vehicle.
1/.windshield wiper is not completely wiping off water on the windshield when it travels at 65 MPH only 1/3 upper part of windshield is wiped of. It is very dangerous for driving on the freeway on rainy day. 2/ paint is bubbling and peeling of from the hood. 3/ the car is humbling and make noise when it is at stop and A/C on (may be the pressure from the power steering pulling).
The passenger side rear window shattered into pieces, without impact.
Actuator motor not working; broke the switch door. This occurred during winter, unable to defrost windows, freezing weather, no heat in front.
The defogger heater venilation blow out cold air. The blend door arm broke off this is a part of the heater box. Causing the window of the vehicle to fog up. The dealer is aware of the problem. Mr
While driving with driver window down, rear door windows shattered for unknown reason. Dealer contacted. *ak
Consumer had recall 01v262 repairs completed, however after the vehicle was delivered back to consumer there was no cooling from the air conditioner, consumer states that the A/C worked prior to having recall repairs made.
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