Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1999 Ford F-250 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The front windshield leaked which allowed water to enter the vehicle. The water leaked onto the fuse box which caused an electrical malfunction. As a result the vehicle caught on fire. Dealer was notified. The vehicle was on ina fleet of vehicles.
My Ford f250 is equipped with a towing package to tow a fifth wheel trailer. The towing mirror is my complaint. There is a large mirror on top and a smaller parabolic mirror on the bottom of the mirror frame. The upper mirror is adjustable, but the parabolic mirror is not adjustable and you cannot see anything out of it except for the rear tires of the pickup and the ground. If I were about 5 feet tall it would work great, but I am 6'1'' and cannot see anything out of it that will help me see the trailer or the traffic behind me. I have contacted my dealer, the Ford dealers in tucson, az and the Ford motor company and have gotten no satisfactory answer. The mirror needs to be adjustable for persons of different heights. Is there anything I can do at this time to remedy this situation.
Consumer has noticed that exterior mirrors that are used for towing of vehicle are not adjusted correctly. Mirrors are suppose to show rear tires to curve, not just rear of tires. It very hard to maneuver vehicle under certain circumstances. Ford states if consumer wants to replace the defective mirrors, he has to pay for them.
The left and right convex mirrors that are standard on this truck are not adjustable. The left mirror looks at the left rear tire. The right mirror is a bit better. It is difficult, if not impossible to use these mirrors safely when passing, or being passed when I am towing my 5th wheel travel trailer.
Right side mirror is made of flat glass instead of curved glass. The field of view on the right side is so limited that I believe it could cause a crash when merging or changing lanes. Every other vehicle I have driven in recent years had a curved glass, wide angle mirror on the right side.
Unable to use vehicle for intended purpose of pulling a travel trailer. Don't feel safe pulling a trailer when wide angle mirrors are "non-adjustable". It's ridiculous to have non-adjustable mirrors on a vehicle! Dealer informs it's a design item; not warranty.
Side mirrors used for towing, extend too far out when vehicle not towing. Can not pull mirrors in or shift to different position in order for mirrors not be hit. Another vehicle had hit side mirrors. They had shattered glass onto driver's side in the process.
Right hand exterior mirror has a regular mirror. It does not have a wide angle mirror on it. It limits vision when checking traffic, backing up or even changing lanes. The depth perception is not what it should be.
Rearview exterior mirrors extend out too far, allowing other vehicles and pedestrians to come in contact when vehicle is passing. Dealer has seen vehicle, and can replace the mirrors.
Bottom half of both, inside and outside rearview mirrors do not adjust. It makes it impossible to see the vehicle next to consumer's vehicle. Dealer says they can do nothing.
Window & Wiper complaints in other F-250 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 1999 Ford F-250?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 1999 Ford F-250, 4% of the model year's 581 complaints. The component named most often is rearview mirrors/devices (11 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1999 Ford F-250 window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 1999 Ford F-250, though it has 14 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1999 Ford F-250 window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 50,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to windows, wipers & sunroof problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.