2015 Ford F-150 visibility & wipers problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

44 owners have reported visibility & wipers problems with the 2015 Ford F-150, 5% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 78,817 mi.

Visibility & Wipers complaints
44
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Related recalls
0
Median mileage
78,817 mi

Specific components reported

Visibility & Wipers covers: Windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors and windows.

ComponentComplaints
Visibility/wiper30
Visibility6
Visibility:windshield3
Visibility:glass, side/rear2
Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly2
Visibility:glass, side/rear:critical fasteners1
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer1
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system:rear window1

Visibility & Wipers complaints across Ford F-150 years

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Visibility & Wipers complaints by model year. The 2015 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

1Under 10k210k–30k630k–60k1060k–100k8100k–150k2150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

  1. Filed Jul 22, 2026TXElectrical SystemOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    A/C shuts off after 30-45 minutes of running cold. It’s clear from the amount of condensation after I park, that the evaporator core is freezing due to a faulty temperature sensor
    NHTSA complaint #11752041 · source
  2. Filed May 7, 2026189,479 miFLVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2015 FORD F-150. The contact stated a mechanical failure regarding the vehicle's sunroof feature. The contact stated that the sunroof fails to retract or close fully on its own. To achieve a complete closure, the contact must manually apply significant force to the glass panel. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 189,479.
    NHTSA complaint #11736395 · source
  3. Filed Mar 12, 2026MIVisibility & Wipers
    Wipers failed to operate normally while driving. Wiper started moving very slow then stopped moving even with wet windshield. Upon research the problem was a seized passenger side pivot in the wiper linkage that required replacement of the Wiper Linkage assembly. No warning or noticeable problems until this occurred and vehicle was difficult to operate in rainy conditions.
    NHTSA complaint #11723921 · source
  4. Filed Feb 2, 2026NJVisibility & Wipers
    The rear window just completely shattered on it's own. The glass pieces were still mostly connected to each other, but the entire glass panel was cracked into small pieces. The vehicle luckily was parked at the time. But, when my daughter got in the car, she touched the glass with her finger thinking it was ice, and cause a section to completely fall apart, with some glass getting on her (one of the pictures shows this hole). It was the coldest day we had in NJ in a number…
    NHTSA complaint #11715025 · source
  5. Filed Sep 23, 2025TXElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers
    Started driving, about 2 minutes in, I noticed an electrical burn smell, and turned to look in the backseat, and it was filling with smoke, and my two young kids started coughing. I rolled all windows down and pulled over as quick as possible, unloaded both kids from rear driver side door. Saw smoke billowing out from behind the car seat on the passenger rear side, so I circled around to that door and went to inspect, right before removing the car seat I heard a loud pop and…
    NHTSA complaint #11689253 · source
  6. Filed Sep 15, 2025ORElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers
    I turned on the rear defroster to my truck. It was by mistake As I ment to push the MAX AC button. I didn't immediately turn it off. Instantly after turning it on I smelt a strong electrical/burnt small. About 30 seconds later we heard a loud POP. When I looked in the rear view mirror, I saw the back window had shattered. It was very hot to the touch.
    NHTSA complaint #11687305 · source
  7. Filed Aug 21, 2025MSVisibility & Wipers
    I have a 2015 ford f150. It is equipped like many others with a power sliding rear glass. The issue is the upper track for the sliding portion becomes unattached from the rear glass and falls forward. I've had this happen 2 times in the last 2 years. Specifically in the summer. The track is originally installed cheaply with 2 sided tape and a little adhesive. The local glass shop wants 85 dollars just to glue it back. I have seen multiple trucks with the same issue with the…
    NHTSA complaint #11682110 · source
  8. Filed Jun 11, 202550,000 miARVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear sliding glass. The contact stated that the rear sliding glass frame had fractured. The fractured frame caused the rear sliding glass to push out from the frame. Additionally, the contact stated that due to the failure, water was entering into the rear of the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure and provided the…
    NHTSA complaint #11666319 · source
  9. Filed Feb 26, 2025MOOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    The sliding rear window assembly which is attached with 4 adhesive tape strips have come loose. The sliding window comes out of the frame and could become airborne if hit from the rear or in a front end collision. It is a very poor way to attach a sliding rear window and the failure rate is high. The bad part of this is most people are probably not aware of the problem other than the window frame will rattle sometimes when your on a bumpy road. It is a poor design and could…
    NHTSA complaint #11645002 · source
  10. Filed Oct 25, 202445,000 miFLBody & StructureVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rear sliding window latch mechanism had separated and fallen into the interior of the vehicle several times. The dealer was notified of the failure and charged a fee for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11621996 · source
  11. Filed Sep 18, 202461,770 miINVisibility & Wipers
    The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear sliding window fell onto the rear seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the rear sliding window needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 61,770.
    NHTSA complaint #11615199 · source
  12. Filed May 26, 2024MNOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers
    Without any warning signals or indications the fan blower has stopped working. It became a real safety hazard when I needed to defog my windshield and there was no air flow coming out of my vents. No warning, no signal. My windshield had fogged over and I had zero ability to defog due to not having any available airflow. Major safety issue!!
    NHTSA complaint #11590794 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology