1999 Ford F-350 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 3%of 413 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the visibility of the 1999 Ford F-350, 3% of the 413 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Windshield wipers often won't turn off. At times I have to pull the fuss to stop the wipers, and replace the fuss to start them again. I had it in to the dealer two times, they first replaced the wiper motor, this did not fix it, so the next trip in, they replace the switch, this has not fixed it.”
NHTSA complaint #708439, filed 1999-07“Blind spot portion on driver's side mirror points to left rear wheels. Blind spot mirrors are not adjustable. Consumer cannot move mirror to be able to see other cars. Also, right blind spot mirror does not give the proper view, unabling driver to see other vehicles, which could result in an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #861460, filed 2000-05“While traveling smelled smoke. Soon after that air conditioning fan stopped blowing . Consumer pulled vehicle over, and noticed signs of a fire meltig the wiring harness. Fuse panel and blower switch heater were replaced at consumer's cost. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #894518, filed 2001-08“Design of the mirrors (convex) do not allow the consumer to see properly, and is unable to adjust the mirros. An accident could result due to poor visibility or blind spot. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that nothing can be done. Nhtsa needs to look into this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #847841, filed 1999-09“Consumer was traveling on highway at regular speed and without prior warning driver's side door window glass exploded and shattered inside of vehicle. There were no other cars around at the time. Dealership was aware of problem.”
NHTSA complaint #892809, filed 2001-07Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 1% |
| 1999 | 13 | 3% |
| 1998 | 1 | 8% |
| 1997 | 3 | 2% |
| 1996 | 2 | 2% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1994 | 2 | 2% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1986 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1999 Ford F-350
93 complaintsBrakes
78 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
64 complaintsSteering
48 complaintsSuspension
37 complaintsAir bags
25 complaintsFuel system
24 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsWheels
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
15 complaintsEquipment
10 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Ford F-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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