Ford recalls 650,000 vehicles for wiper issues

A major recall is being issued by Ford that affects more than one model in its lineup, including the F-Series pickup trucks as well as 2020-2021 Expedition and Navigator (Lincoln) SUVs. The problem is related to the wiper system that can cause the wipers to malfunction.

Obviously, a wiper that isn't usable when difficult road and weather conditions arise can lead to a significant loss of visibility and, at the same time, increase the risk of an accident.

According to Ford, one of its suppliers used worn assembly tools that resulted in wiper arms with longitudinal moldings (rods) that are not high enough to fully engage the engine pivots they are mounted on. This can cause them to come off when the motors are turned on. As a result, the wiper arms may not move at all or may only engage intermittently.

"This can cause the arm attachment to become detached when used with certain high-torque wiper motors," Ford said in its defect report submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). "Potential symptoms include erratic or slow speed of either wiper arm."

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