Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The wiper motor in your vehicle is the part that makes your windshield wipers move. In some cases, this motor wasn't properly greased, which could lead to a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If left unchecked, the wiper motor's gears could break or get damaged, causing your windshield wipers to stop working. This could happen on the highway or in heavy rain, making it hard to see and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will check the wiper motor for grease and add it if needed – all at no cost to you. You should schedule this inspection and repair as soon as possible to avoid any issues.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AFTER A PERIOD OF CONTINUOUS USE ON THE HIGH SPEED SETTING, LACK OF GREASE ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR MAY CAUSE THE GEAR TO DISTORT OR FRACTURE DURING OPERATION RESULTING IN A LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION. INOPERATIVE WIPERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE A CRASH DUE TO IMPAIRED VISIBILITY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673 OR LINCOLN/MERCURY AT 1-800-521-4140.
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