More than 140,000 2012MY Ford Focus Sedans and Hatchbacks Recalled Over Wiper Problem

In a posting on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) website,

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April 9, 2012 at 12:07

In a posting on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) website, Ford said that it is recalling certain Focus cars from the 2012 model year in the States to fix a potential problem with a windshield wiper wiring harness connector.

“Water or other contaminants may accumulate in the connector, resulting in an intermittent or inoperative passenger side wiper motor, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash,” Ford said in a statement.

The Michigan based automaker said that the recall includes 140,310 Focus models manufactured from August 1, 2010, through October 18, 2011.

The recall will begin in late May with Ford stating that its dealers will inspect and if necessary, clean and properly seal the passenger side wiper motor connector while replacing any inoperative wiper motors.

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