10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,056 miles

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problem #47

Dec 282019

F-150

  • 32,561 miles
The wipers quit working when the right blinker is on. When the right blinker is on to signal a turn, the wipers quit working completely. It does not matter what mode the blinkers are in (fast, slow, intermittent) once the right blinker is off, the wipers will begin to work again. Vehicle can be stationary or in motion. I believe the multi-function device is defective.

- Wichita, KS, USA

problem #46

Dec 192019

F-150

  • 100,000 miles
Wiper fluid tubing constricted in cold weather, no fluid comes out. Using -20F wiper fluid, no problems in other vehicles, in F150 nothing comes out below 15F. Once above 25F, works fine. Did get replacement tubing from delaer, same problem.

- Ballston Spa, NY, USA

problem #45

Nov 192019

F-150

  • 63,500 miles
My F150 was started and the max defrost was on. While standing next to the vehicle, the rear glass window shattered without cause. A burning smell was noticed, but I assumed it was coming from somewhere other than my truck. The vehicle was parked and I was standing near the vehicle. It is not a possibility that something struck the rear glass, it is an apparent malfunction or defect. I contacted for customer relations and was completely disappointed with the service.

- Larose, LA, USA

problem #44

Nov 012019

F-150

  • miles
The remote start was on for 5 minutes, we got in the car and the entire back windshield was shatterring. There was no prior damage to the back windshield, no issues ever. We looked on the outside and it was shattering from the edges and slowly started cracking to pieces before our eyes. If we would have been driving this would have been a huge safety concern especially with children in the back seat.

- Medina, OH, USA

problem #43

Oct 182019

F-150

  • 27,449 miles
On 10/18/19 at 7:20 am I started my 2015 F150 with 27K miles via the autostart system as the outside temperature was around 35F and there was front on the glass. My truck was in my driveway, facing North towards the street. When I approached my truck after in N for under 5 minutes I could smell a burning odor. I opened the truck and the smell was stronger. When I look around I saw that the rear window was completely shattered with a hole where a section fell into the bed. I contacted my Ford dealer and the service tech stated he never heard of this and they could replace it for approx. $1400.

- Pickerington, OH, USA

problem #42

Aug 012019

F-150

  • 66,000 miles
The rear sliding window bond has lost its adhesive. While driving the window started to blow in causing the debris to blow into my cab. Ford has not done anything to remedy my complaint.

- Fleming Island, FL, USA

problem #41

Sep 162019

F-150

  • 105,534 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. While driving 30 mph on the freeway, the rear passenger side window shattered without warning. The contact managed to drive the vehicle home. There were no injuries. Bluebonnet Ford Lincoln (351 I-35bl, new braunfels, tx 78130, (888) 890-1586) was contacted and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 105,534.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #40

Jul 162019

F-150

  • 50,900 miles
Windshield wipers turn on randomly and intermittently whenever the truck is on even though the wiper switch is in the off position. Exact cause of malfunction unknown. This issue was subject to a recall for earlier model years, however not for 2015 model year. Issue causes startle or driver and loss of clear vision.

- Davisburg, MI, USA

problem #39

Jan 162019

F-150

  • 41,000 miles
Wipers turn on and stay on while driving. Road conditions had no effect. The courtesy wiper was turned off. Even though the wiper switch was turned off the wipers would still come on and stay on. I took it to Ford and they said the wiper switch was bad. Charged me $300 to make the repair. Ford technician said the switch in the steering column went bad. Of coarse this happened at 41,000 miles and Ford declined to warranty it.

- Lewisville, TX, USA

problem #38

May 072019

F-150

  • 92,889 miles
Started my truck using remote start. Roughly 45-55 secs later, I get in my truck and the rear passenger area is filled with smoke. I shut off vehicle. I smelled burned electrical wires. I wasn't able to detect anything out of the norm. Roughly 5-7 mins later, my back glass shattered. Truck was stationary.

- Gulfport, MS, USA

problem #37

Mar 272019

F-150

  • 91,400 miles
Turned defrost on and in 2 to 3 minutes heard a loud pop and looked back and the rear windowpane had completely shattered. The break happened in motion on a city street. The defrost malfunctioned and overheated the window causing it to shatter.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #36

Feb 122019

F-150

  • 22,000 miles
On a major highway in elk grove Illinois during rush hours. 45 mph. Outside temperature was 27 degrees above zero. Road was wet with salt from previous snow fall. Windshield was collecting heavy spray back from other vehicles in front of my truck. When applying windshield washer the washer failed to spray. Resulting in a very smeared and heavy road dirt on windshield. It was very frightening to not being able to see in front of me. I was unable to pull over and clean the windshield manually at that moment. This has happened twice this winter and I found this to be very threatening to properly maintain safe driving under these circumstances. This only happens when below freezing and there is -35 below zero washer fluid in the reservoir I have made an appointment at a Ford dealership which they have a bulletin repair on this. No accidents because of this yet. I believe in putting up the guard rail before the vehicle runs of the road.

- Lake Zurich, IL, USA

problem #35

Feb 112019

F-150

  • 68,800 miles
The rear windshield shattered during defrost mode. The vehicle was pulling away from a stop sign when the glass shattered. There was no impact, the vehicle was traveling under 20 miles per hour, the temperature outside was approximately 20 degrees, and the heat setting inside was set to "max". the rear glass panes on either side of the sliding window shattered simultaneously with a sound that could be described as a "gun shot". broken glass fell into the cab of the truck and on to the seats and floor. Normally my children are seated in the rear of the vehicle. On this particular morning, the rear of the vehicle was empty. The event occurred about 3 miles from my home, so the vehicle had only been running for about 10 minutes. I believe that the safety risk is a result of a materials defect combined with a heating system failure. The glass is likely experiencing severe thermal shock during defrost mode. Thermal shock leads to shattering even if the glass is tempered. Ford should recall this rear window assemblage and associated heating components immediately. Ford customer service was contacted and a case number was assigned. After repairs were complete, a copy of the invoice was hand delivered to a Ford dealership with a request that full reimbursement be received for required repairs due to material defects and faulty heating systems.

- Elbert, CO, USA

problem #34

Jan 012019

F-150

  • miles
Windshield wiper fluid dispenser freezes even with -30 degree fluid in it. It becomes very dangerous for visibility when snow, slush or something hit the windshield. It happens anytime in low temps and does not deforest even when the truck has been running for a long period of time.

- Arlington, WI, USA

problem #33

Jan 282019

F-150

  • 1 miles
Windshield wiper fluid not working. Ford said tubes freeze, I had to pay to replace but the fluid still does not come out when temperatures below 20 degrees. I am using rain-X fluid rated to -30 degrees, same fluid works in other vehicles. Once engine is warm and stopped for 20 minutes, fluid will sometimes work. I think the plastic tubes Ford charged me for should be replaced with metallic ones that will not constrict/shrink.

- Ballston Spa, NY, USA

problem #32

Jan 202019

F-150

  • 1,000 miles
Below about 25 degrees Fahrenheit, the windshield washer system freezes up and is unusable. This is despite having fluid certified to -45 degrees centigrade in the system. The freeze up occurs regardless of whether the vehicle is being driven or is parked. The system is always unusable below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. This has been a persistent problem every winter since the vehicle was new. I have taken it to the dealership and they are unable to determine the problem. I suspect this is a defect throughout the make/model/year.

- Williston, VT, USA

problem #31

Dec 132018

F-150

  • 31,000 miles
Wipers stuck in lowest intermittent position. Will not turn off. Will not reliabliy change speeds.

- Greenville, NC, USA

problem #30

Jul 012018

F-150

  • 22,000 miles
Wipers would come on while driving or sitting stationary by them self would not shut of with wiper control swith. I called them 'ghost wipers' only had 22,000 miles on truck had to buy wiper/turnsignal switch.

- Grapeville, PA, USA

problem #29

Oct 192018

F-150

  • 27,500 miles
Electrical power connector for rear sliding window defroster broke at its attachment (factory soldered) point to the rear sliding widow glass. This leaves the defogger inoperable and eliminates rear visibility due to fog/frost/ice build-up. Vehicle is just out of its 3 year warranty and has less than 28,000 miles. I have spoken with Ford customer service. Ford Motor Company service is unwilling to recognize/correct the factory defect and claimed to have no knowledge of similar issues for the 2015 model. This defect is apparently similar to that which Ford has recognized for similar 2013 models, issuing a technical service bulletin (Ford tsb asi-32259)

- Overland Park, KS, USA

problem #28

Sep 172018

F-150

  • 45,000 miles
Wipers will not shut off. Even if you shut the vehicle off, they still come on when it's started again. The only way to stop the wipers is to pull the fuse. There is a recall on 2011-2014 models but not on the 2015 model. This is clearly a defective Ford switch but company will not cover the replacement. I have called the dealership and 800 number.

- Gainesville, FL, USA

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