2000 Ford F-150. Consumer states wheel rims started to rust out in one year 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.

- Raymond, NH, USA

The starter motor was engaging while the engine was running with the key in the run position. I had to disconnect the battery to stop it. The heater blower, parking lights, dash light and gauges, key chime, and radio would turn on and off by themselves without a key in the ignition. According to the Ford dealer, this was all caused by water leaking in from the windshield causing the fuse block and GEM module to short out. They said it was a common occurrence with windshield leaks on 2000 Ford F-150's. they had to remove the windshield and reseal it and replace starter, fuse block, and GEM module. This windshield was also resealed 2 weeks after buying this vehicle brand new from the dealer in 2000.

- Saint John, IN, USA

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 NHTSA 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.

- Kingmen, IN, USA

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 NHTSA 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.

- Kathleen, GA, USA

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.

- Covington, GA, USA

My window on my Ford F150 was leaking. Water leaked into the cab and into the GEM and fusebox. First, my fan stayed on after the key was removed. Then a buzzing sound came from around the fusebox. Then a beeping sound started coming from around the fusebox. Lastly I was driving on the freeway and the whole truck began shaking. It was hard to distinguish what the problem was, flat tire, broken axle? I parked the truck, and went to start it again, and the same shuddering came from the engine. This is very dangerous. I began looking on the internet and found that many people with F150's, Expedition, Navigator, etc were all having this problem from years 97-03. This should be a recall - this is very hazardous!

- Fontana, CA, USA