Mine started this today. 2013 with 49k miles and I am 9 hours from home...Grrr!

 

Sorry! This thread dropped off my radar somehow. I was at ~25,000 when this happened. At the same time I was getting annoyed with the Diesel exhaust system for constantly activating (like once every two days). They added the user controlled regeneration option into the programing of my 2012 F250. After which they were unable to get my wiper issue to come back. I think in my case it was a simple programing issue that was resolved somewhat unintentionally.

My guess is that my two issues we're related to some event that cause the programing on my truck to get a little messed up. What that was I have no idea. But its been good since, and fixed all free of charge.

 

Not that I would recommend this is a great option, but I'd check you fuse box to see if one exists for just the windshield wipers. I'd guess other things are attached that are hopefully non vital (like the stereo on a 9 hr trip).

 

Just pop the arms off, it takes seconds there is a little tab you push in at the base of the arm. It will save the annoyance and drag on the window.

 

Thank you, I will give this a try in the morning. I am not very mechanically inclined (read female...lol) but I would rather break something than drive another 9 hours like the 9 I drove today.

 

Did this work for you, kbauer4372? Let us know; I'm here if you still need help.

Crystal

 

Crystal,

When I went to get in the truck the next morning it had stopped. So far it has not started acting up again. I will check with my dealer when I get home.

Is there a particular part that I should request they check/replace?

Thank you

Kim

 

Hi Kim,

I'm not a technician, so I'm not the best resource for mechanical questions; I'd recommend discussing this with the dealership's service manager. Come back and tell us how the visit goes once you get home. I'll keep checking in on this thread to see when you have any news.

Crystal

 

I'm having the same issue. I'm at 36,450 miles, so the dealer said no warranty. Service manager said he's seen this on several other F-150s and that it's the control module under the steering wheel which would set me back $200. I see people here saying it is the switch.

Is my dealer wrong?
Is there any hope of this being covered under warranty as common as this seems to be?

I'm scheduled to take it in tomorrow to have the front hubs replaced for the third time (seriously), so they're gonna fix this, too.

Any help is welcome! Thanks!

Brian

 

Hi Brian,

I responded to your post on another thread but wanted to reach out to you here, too. Did your dealership already repair the truck and return it to you? Let me know and I'll see what I can do to assist.

Crystal

 

Thanks for the reply, Crystal. It is still at the dealership for the next few hours. Any help you can provide is very welcome. What do you need from me?
Thanks!
Brian

 

Update: The dealer replaced the wiper switch and housing today. Seems to be working fine. Time will tell.

I managed to talk them into submitting it as a warranty claim. They said it might get rejected, so we'll see.

Brian

 

I had this problem start up this week on my 2013 Explorer. he dealership told me its not a warranty piece (2 years old 45k miles) $300 for a new sensor. I'm not happy that I have to pay $300 because my wipers won't shut off! it was -8 this morning and I'm constantly having to use wiper fluid every 20 seconds and I work 30 miles from home! Come on Ford clearly its a defective part.

Keith

 

Welcome to the forum, Keith! Since you're a new member, you may not have the ability to PM yet, so I recommend that you call our Customer Relationship Center for assistance. They can be reached at 1-800-392-3673; be sure to have your VIN handy when calling. Once you do have PM privileges, send me your details privately, including your full name, best daytime phone number, VIN, current mileage, and servicing dealership.

Crystal

 

Pull the fuse until it rains, or take the arms off the motor.