NHTSA Complaint #11483435 — 2016 FORD F-150

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11483435
Vehicle	2016 FORD F-150
Component	VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Date of Incident	September 9, 2020
Date Filed	September 8, 2022
Mileage	126,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	KS

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F150. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the rear defroster was activated and the rear window shattered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic found no cause for the failure. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 126,000.

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