Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - BLOWER | |||||
| 9566 | 03/01/1995 | 39903 | Chirp or squeak noise from blower motor at low speeds. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 95511 | 03/01/1995 | 39884 | Chirp or squeak from blower motor. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| RCL/94E55 | 03/01/1995 | 3013100 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9592 | 05/01/1995 | 42077 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||||
| 01156 | 08/06/2001 | 623944 | Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc | 10/31/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| 95203 | 10/01/1995 | 46471 | A 'groaning' noise may come from the front power windows after the glass is powered full up. this noise is caused by improper lubrication on the window regulator mechanism sliding surfaces. the grease gets wiped off from sliding surfaces d | 04/25/1996 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| 96221 | 10/21/1996 | 50940 | Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||||
| 02107 | 05/27/2002 | 636080 | Transfer service tips for the front wiper motor mount bracket and depressed park output arm. *tt | 11/05/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| 06/01/1999 | |||
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 03/03/1999 | 2 | 03/01/1995 | |
| After driving a ford taurus for the last 11 years (1985 & 1994) i have discovered that both cars have simular problems. my 1994 taurus is inoperative due to a transmission failure. my previous taurus had the same problem. as of today the car won't move. the rear defroster failed in both vehicals. they both always seemed to have problems with the rotors. the factory alarm has been a chore since day one and the automatic locks make this awful sound. on march 26, 1999 i will send a letter of complaint to ford motor company starting at the dealership and working my way up from there. *ak | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 1 | 07/07/1996 | |
| Poor ventilation system, causing upper respiratory problems. | |||
| 09/01/1994 | |||
| Vehicle's rear defogger is not working, driver's rear visibility is obstructed. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE | |||
| 12/01/2000 | 1 | 06/01/1999 | |
| No heat; temp guage problems. called ford and they said they would not cover. we were never notified of recall. car bought from an individual not a dealer. so maybe that is why we never received a recall. apparently this problem is a common one.*ak (tiresize: 15)( dot number: tire size: 15 ) | |||
| 10/14/1996 | 1 | 07/01/1994 | |
| Heater bypass hose leak recall repair. | |||
| VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR | |||
| 05/19/1995 | 1 | ||
| Rear window shattered, imploding into the rear of the vehicle, driver noticed burning odor and that window defroster was on. *dh | |||
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||
| 01/01/1998 | 1 | 11/01/1994 | |
| In 1995, windows on front left and right doors stuck when rolling down. fixed incorrectly the first time, under warranty, so fixed again, under warranty. no charge that i recall but can verify if required. last year, left front window stuck again. struggle to roll it down caused swerving. attendant noticed it during test drive after tune-up but made no recommendations. right front window okay but not used because no passengers. in addition, though car seldom driven, water pump already required replacing in 1998. charged $50 deductible under extended warranty. front window fixed the third time not covered under extended warranty. charge was $365.72 to replace run and regulator. i argued with the manager because already fixed twice by them but no record of first 2 fixes. these problems are disappointing because i bought another new ford wagon after driving a country squire for 21 years. it only had 80,000 miles or so on it when i donated it to a charity but guess they just don't make 'em like they used to! will appreciate any advice or assistance you provide. hope i didn't get a lemon. could be lucky that i don't drive much because possibly more problems. we need to trust the safety and stability of our automobiles.*ak | |||
| 3 | |||
| Power windows are inoperable. the dealer has replaced motors 3 times. *ak | |||
| 2 | 07/18/1996 | ||
| Rear windows stuck in the up position for the second time. mjs | |||
| 1 | 05/01/1995 | ||
| Rear power window motors inoperative. | |||
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||
| 04/14/1997 | 1 | 11/25/1994 | |
| Right mirror glass fell out. | |||
| 07/01/1994 | 5 | ||
| Rearview mirror disconnected from windshield due to glue failure. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/19/1999 | 1 | ||
| Sun roof switch inoperable. yh | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 07/10/2000 | 1 | 10/25/1995 | |
| While driving 65 mph hood defective double latch became unhooked, causing hood to fly open, almost causing a crash, and resulting in $5,000 damage. cause unknown. *ak as the result of the accident, the windshield was totally shattered. *yh | |||
| 12/06/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1998 | |
| On impact rear windshield shattered into1-3cm size very sharp high velocity fragments which covered entire passenger compartment (front and back) including base of rear-facing infant seat (seat was removed at a time). this report is to underline the danger for the infants in rear-facing infant seats in the event of rear-end colision since windshield in station wagon will fail in nearly all crashes of this type. it should be redesigned to prevent fragmentation and/or reaching passenger compartment. photos of the damage available upon request.*ak | |||
| 1 | 08/01/1995 | ||
| No summary included for this vehicle. *ak | |||
| 10/03/1996 | 1 | 07/01/1994 | |
| Windows stick. | |||
| 06/30/1996 | 1 | 06/01/1996 | |
| When coming to a stop at an intersection brakes failed. *ak consumer states vehicle has been in shop for brake problems prior to accident from brake vibration to the anti lock brake dash light coming on while vehicle was in motion, therefore new rotors, pads and shoes were put on vehicle.*jb | |||
| 07/19/1994 | 1 | ||
| Noisy windshield. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 09/15/2002 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Windshield wiper switch is intermittent. wipers will work sometimes. other times, wipers will work when turned on, then stop without warning. dt | |||
| 12/13/2001 | 1 | 11/01/1996 | |
| Windshield wipers and washers were working intermittently. currently, they are not working at all. dealer/manufacturer were notified. *ak the windshield wipers and washer failed due to design flaw. consumer wants the manufacturer to fix the problem at their expense. *yh | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 1 | 11/15/1993 | |
| Windshield wiper motor and windshield wiper fluid pump failed. *et | |||
| 09/15/1999 | |||
| Windshield wipers stop working whenever the headlight dimmer switch is used or the right side turn signal is applied. dealer notifed. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1996 | |||
| Windshield washer and intermittent wipers quit working...not a fuse problem..dealer estimates $250.00 to repair. *ak | |||
| 01/15/1997 | 11/01/1994 | ||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| 20 | 03/01/1997 | ||
| Windshield wipers do not respond when needed. many close calls due to windshield not being able to be properly cleaned. numerous attempts will cause wipers to turn on. occurs any season of the year. heavy rain and snow have caused near misses due to not being able to clear windshield. they are intermittent wipers. i am reporting this now becuase i found this site. i did not contact dealer because i did not know exactly who to contact. | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 1 | 11/15/1993 | |
| Windshield wiper motor and windshield wiper fluid pump failed. *et | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 1 | 11/15/1993 | |
| Windshield wiper motor and windshield wiper fluid pump failed. *et | |||
| 05/01/1997 | 1 | 04/01/1994 | |
| Windshield wiper and wiring harness failed. nlm | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 1 | 11/15/1993 | |
| Windshield wiper motor and windshield wiper fluid pump failed. *et | |||
| Windshield wipers would work intermittently. *ak | |||
| 1 | 05/01/1996 | ||
| Windshield wiper motor failed. | |||
| 1 | 11/01/1994 | ||
| While driving in rain experienced windshield wiper switch failure, just stopped working, also, intermittently wipers failwhen using turn signals, not fixed. *ak *slc | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - SWITCH/WIRING | |||
| 10/01/2000 | |||
| Windshield wipers will became stuck in one position and failed to move from that position every time windshield wiper switch was turned on. dealership has yet to examine vehicle for this defect. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Windshield wipers failed due to failed switch. | |||