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15V608000 Sep 29, 2015 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. The affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard agai...

12V193000 May 3, 2012 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 1997, THROUGH JULY 3, 2003, AND CURRENTLY REGISTERED OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN VIRGINIA. OVER TIME, CORROSI...

12V194000 May 3, 2012 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF VIRGINIA. CORROSION-RELATED FRACTURES OF THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR AT...

12V195000 May 3, 2012 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 1997, THROUGH JULY 3, 2003, REGISTERED IN PUERTO RICO. DUE TO INCREASED STRESSES CAUSED BY HIGH CYCLES ...

11V030000 Jan 26, 2011 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, K...

10V385000 Aug 26, 2010 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1998-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 1997 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2003 AND CURRENTLY REGISTERED OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DIS...

Complaints

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Apr 2, 2025 Suspension 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH out of the driveway, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and popping sound. The contact shifted to park(P). The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire was...

Apr 2, 2025 Power Train 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH out of the driveway, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and popping sound. The contact shifted to park(P). The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire was...

Apr 2, 2025 Suspension 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH out of the driveway, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and popping sound. The contact shifted to park(P). The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire was...

Apr 2, 2025 Power Train 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH out of the driveway, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and popping sound. The contact shifted to park(P). The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire was...

Jul 15, 2024 Suspension 214,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear passenger's side wheel was pushed upward and was nearly rubbing the inner wheel well. The contact stated that upon inspecting the rear axle, he became aware that the rear ...

Jul 15, 2024 Suspension 214,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear passenger's side wheel was pushed upward and was nearly rubbing the inner wheel well. The contact stated that upon inspecting the rear axle, he became aware that the rear ...

Jun 14, 2024 Engine 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel started pulling to one side, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic ...

Jun 14, 2024 Engine 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel started pulling to one side, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic ...

Sep 14, 2022 Suspension 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, he heard the rear driver’s side tire rubbing against the axle and then saw smoke coming from the tire. No warning light was illuminated. The contact then stated that the rear driver's side axle had fractu...

Sep 14, 2022 Suspension 130,000 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, he heard the rear driver’s side tire rubbing against the axle and then saw smoke coming from the tire. No warning light was illuminated. The contact then stated that the rear driver's side axle had fractu...

Mar 2, 2022 Electrical System

If my vehicle is not used for a few days (3 to 4 days), when I start the vehicle, all the needles of the instrument cluster oscillate violently between extremes. However, this does not affect drivability and I can slowly move the car out of my driveway and get on the street. About 30 to 45 seconds a...

Mar 2, 2022 Electrical System

If my vehicle is not used for a few days (3 to 4 days), when I start the vehicle, all the needles of the instrument cluster oscillate violently between extremes. However, this does not affect drivability and I can slowly move the car out of my driveway and get on the street. About 30 to 45 seconds a...

Feb 14, 2022 Suspension

Went into a curve and vehicle swayed and went into the other lane as if had a flat tire. I had it checked at an independent garage and found rear axle is breaking

Feb 14, 2022 Suspension

Went into a curve and vehicle swayed and went into the other lane as if had a flat tire. I had it checked at an independent garage and found rear axle is breaking

Dec 15, 2021 Suspension Fire 70,724 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle made screeching sounds. The contact saw smoke and detected a burning odor. The vehicle then stalled. The contact was able to pull over and park the vehicle in a parking lot, where it remained. The con...

Dec 15, 2021 Suspension Fire 70,724 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle made screeching sounds. The contact saw smoke and detected a burning odor. The vehicle then stalled. The contact was able to pull over and park the vehicle in a parking lot, where it remained. The con...

Sep 29, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 156,457 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while attempting to move the vehicle up her driveway, the vehicle began to accelerate uncontrollably. The contact was able to turn off the vehicle without shifting into the park. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicl...

Sep 29, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control 156,457 mi

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while attempting to move the vehicle up her driveway, the vehicle began to accelerate uncontrollably. The contact was able to turn off the vehicle without shifting into the park. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicl...

Apr 28, 2021 Suspension 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS MOTHER WHO OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AXLE FRACTURED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO PALLOTTA FORD LINCOLN (4199 CLEVELAND RD, WOOSTER, OH 44691, (330)439-0835) HOWEVER, THE V...

Apr 28, 2021 Suspension 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS MOTHER WHO OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AXLE FRACTURED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO PALLOTTA FORD LINCOLN (4199 CLEVELAND RD, WOOSTER, OH 44691, (330)439-0835) HOWEVER, THE V...

Apr 13, 2021 Suspension 250,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE FAILURE HIGHWAY SPEEDS 3/21/21. LEFT REAR TIRE COLLAPSED AGAINST FRAME OF VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP 4/1/21. THEY CONFIRMED AXLE FAILURE AND WOULD NOT COVER UNDER RECALL 15S27. (SEE ATTACHED ESTIMATE TO REPLACE) THEY CONFIRMED PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. CALLED FOR...

Apr 13, 2021 Suspension 250,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE FAILURE HIGHWAY SPEEDS 3/21/21. LEFT REAR TIRE COLLAPSED AGAINST FRAME OF VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP 4/1/21. THEY CONFIRMED AXLE FAILURE AND WOULD NOT COVER UNDER RECALL 15S27. (SEE ATTACHED ESTIMATE TO REPLACE) THEY CONFIRMED PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. CALLED FOR...

Oct 14, 2020 Suspension 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING IN A 50 MPH ZONE WHEN I WAS COMING TO A STOP THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE FROM THE SUB FRAME BUT I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL. VAN IS NOW USELESS AND I ONLY HAVE 125K MILES ON IT.

Oct 14, 2020 Suspension 125,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING IN A 50 MPH ZONE WHEN I WAS COMING TO A STOP THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE FREE FROM THE SUB FRAME BUT I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL. VAN IS NOW USELESS AND I ONLY HAVE 125K MILES ON IT.

Aug 13, 2020 Electrical System 1 mi

THIS WAS MY MOTHERS . NOW MINE THE SPEED ODOMETER JUST GOES EVERY WHERE SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL. AND IT DOES IT DOES SHOW THE RIGHT SPEED ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DOES THE SAME . AND WHEN THAT STARTED THE WINDOWS STOP WORKING TOO. ANY MORE NOR THE RADIO. THEY SAID ITS A MAIN CONTROL MOLECUL...

Aug 13, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 1 mi

THIS WAS MY MOTHERS . NOW MINE THE SPEED ODOMETER JUST GOES EVERY WHERE SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL. AND IT DOES IT DOES SHOW THE RIGHT SPEED ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DOES THE SAME . AND WHEN THAT STARTED THE WINDOWS STOP WORKING TOO. ANY MORE NOR THE RADIO. THEY SAID ITS A MAIN CONTROL MOLECUL...

Aug 13, 2020 Electrical System 1 mi

THIS WAS MY MOTHERS . NOW MINE THE SPEED ODOMETER JUST GOES EVERY WHERE SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL. AND IT DOES IT DOES SHOW THE RIGHT SPEED ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DOES THE SAME . AND WHEN THAT STARTED THE WINDOWS STOP WORKING TOO. ANY MORE NOR THE RADIO. THEY SAID ITS A MAIN CONTROL MOLECUL...

Aug 13, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 1 mi

THIS WAS MY MOTHERS . NOW MINE THE SPEED ODOMETER JUST GOES EVERY WHERE SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL. AND IT DOES IT DOES SHOW THE RIGHT SPEED ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DOES THE SAME . AND WHEN THAT STARTED THE WINDOWS STOP WORKING TOO. ANY MORE NOR THE RADIO. THEY SAID ITS A MAIN CONTROL MOLECUL...

May 22, 2020 Wheels 100,000 mi

THE AXLE ON THE BACK DRIVER'S SIDE IS TERRIBLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF NO REPAIR. THE MECHANIC STATED IT IS A RECALL PROBLEM AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALER. HE ALSO STATED THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE DUE TO THE PROBLEMS THAT IT WAS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO NOT FIT OR STAY ON CORRECTLY CAUSING...

May 22, 2020 Suspension 100,000 mi

THE AXLE ON THE BACK DRIVER'S SIDE IS TERRIBLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF NO REPAIR. THE MECHANIC STATED IT IS A RECALL PROBLEM AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALER. HE ALSO STATED THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE DUE TO THE PROBLEMS THAT IT WAS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO NOT FIT OR STAY ON CORRECTLY CAUSING...

May 22, 2020 Wheels 100,000 mi

THE AXLE ON THE BACK DRIVER'S SIDE IS TERRIBLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF NO REPAIR. THE MECHANIC STATED IT IS A RECALL PROBLEM AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALER. HE ALSO STATED THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE DUE TO THE PROBLEMS THAT IT WAS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO NOT FIT OR STAY ON CORRECTLY CAUSING...

May 22, 2020 Suspension 100,000 mi

THE AXLE ON THE BACK DRIVER'S SIDE IS TERRIBLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF NO REPAIR. THE MECHANIC STATED IT IS A RECALL PROBLEM AND NEEDS TO BE TAKEN TO THE FORD DEALER. HE ALSO STATED THAT IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE DUE TO THE PROBLEMS THAT IT WAS CAUSING THE WHEEL TO NOT FIT OR STAY ON CORRECTLY CAUSING...

Jan 7, 2020 Suspension 154,000 mi

BRACING ON REAR AXLE DID NOT WORK, THE BRACING RETAINED ROAD SALT AND MOISTURE CAUSING THE AXLE TO FAIL. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN THE AXLE BROKE AND ALMOST WENT INTO A DICH.

Jan 7, 2020 Suspension 154,000 mi

BRACING ON REAR AXLE DID NOT WORK, THE BRACING RETAINED ROAD SALT AND MOISTURE CAUSING THE AXLE TO FAIL. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN THE AXLE BROKE AND ALMOST WENT INTO A DICH.

Dec 18, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 32 MPH ENTERING A RAMP TO THE FREEWAY, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO VEER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WHERE THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S FATHER'S HOUSE. KO...

Dec 18, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 32 MPH ENTERING A RAMP TO THE FREEWAY, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO VEER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WHERE THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S FATHER'S HOUSE. KO...

Nov 26, 2019 Power Train Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Steering Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Visibility/wiper Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Power Train Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Steering Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Visibility/wiper Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Power Train Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Steering Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Visibility/wiper Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Power Train Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Steering Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 26, 2019 Visibility/wiper Fire 60,000 mi

I HAVE 3 PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH CURRENTLY HAS 60,000 MILES. ONE OF THEM IS THE GLASS IN FRONT WHEN I'M DRIVING IN THE RAIN I HAVE TO TURN ON THE WIPERS THE DRIVER'S SIDE IN THE MIDDLE PART OF THE WIPER STAYS WET WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE CLEANS VERY WELL. THE OTHER PROBLEM I'VE ALW...

Nov 8, 2019 Suspension 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION) IN 2015. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND, WHEN INSPECTED, THE CONTACT NOTICED T...

Nov 8, 2019 Suspension 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION) IN 2015. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND, WHEN INSPECTED, THE CONTACT NOTICED T...

Oct 4, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION) BY AN UNKNOWN FORD DEALER IN CIRCLEVILLE, OH THAT WAS NO LONGER IN BUSINESS. THE RECALL REQUIRED THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BRACKET ON THE REAR AXL...

Oct 4, 2019 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION) BY AN UNKNOWN FORD DEALER IN CIRCLEVILLE, OH THAT WAS NO LONGER IN BUSINESS. THE RECALL REQUIRED THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BRACKET ON THE REAR AXL...

Jan 23, 2019 Electrical System 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THEN TURNED DARK. AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. KLABEN FORD LINCOLN OF WARREN, INC (I3853 YOUNGSTOWN RD SE, WARREN, OH 44484, (888) 428-3823) STATED THAT THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM MA...

Jan 23, 2019 Electrical System 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THEN TURNED DARK. AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. KLABEN FORD LINCOLN OF WARREN, INC (I3853 YOUNGSTOWN RD SE, WARREN, OH 44484, (888) 428-3823) STATED THAT THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM MA...

Jan 13, 2019 Power Train Fire 12,000 mi

VEHCULO DA CANTASOS Y JALONES AL CONDUCIR. UN DA NOS BAMOS DE CAMINO A UN RESTAURANTE LA TRANSMICIN EMPEZ A DAR CANTASOS NOS ESTACIONAMOS EN LA GRAMA, LA TRANSMICIN PARECE QUE LIQUEABA ACEITE Y EL ACEITE CALIENTE CAY EN LA GRAMA Y LA GRAMA SE ENCENDIO EN FUEGO Y HOY EN DA LA TRANSMICIN AUNQUE SE ARR...

Jan 13, 2019 Power Train Fire 12,000 mi

VEHCULO DA CANTASOS Y JALONES AL CONDUCIR. UN DA NOS BAMOS DE CAMINO A UN RESTAURANTE LA TRANSMICIN EMPEZ A DAR CANTASOS NOS ESTACIONAMOS EN LA GRAMA, LA TRANSMICIN PARECE QUE LIQUEABA ACEITE Y EL ACEITE CALIENTE CAY EN LA GRAMA Y LA GRAMA SE ENCENDIO EN FUEGO Y HOY EN DA LA TRANSMICIN AUNQUE SE ARR...

Oct 16, 2018 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CONTROL ARM FRACTURED AND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, B...

Oct 16, 2018 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CONTROL ARM FRACTURED AND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, B...

Jun 26, 2018 Air Bags

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO BRACKET RECALL THAT WAS NOT HONORED FOR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *JS THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED.*JS

Jun 26, 2018 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO BRACKET RECALL THAT WAS NOT HONORED FOR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *JS THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED.*JS

Jun 26, 2018 Air Bags

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO BRACKET RECALL THAT WAS NOT HONORED FOR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *JS THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED.*JS

Jun 26, 2018 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO BRACKET RECALL THAT WAS NOT HONORED FOR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *JS THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AGREED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED.*JS

May 30, 2018 Structure 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 30, 2018 Suspension 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 30, 2018 Unknown Or Other 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 30, 2018 Structure 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 30, 2018 Suspension 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 30, 2018 Unknown Or Other 167,000 mi

SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL NOT PASS THE SAFETY. THE VEHICLE WAS TREATED BY THE RECALL 11S16-S4.IN 2012. I WENT FOR A VOLUNTARY SAFETY CHECK AND THE VEHICLE STAYED AT THE SERVICE AS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

Apr 12, 2018 Structure 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A THUD. WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE. THE TIRE THAN BECAMED SLANT AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS COCKED TO ONE SIDE.

Apr 12, 2018 Suspension 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A THUD. WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE. THE TIRE THAN BECAMED SLANT AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS COCKED TO ONE SIDE.

Apr 12, 2018 Structure 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A THUD. WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE. THE TIRE THAN BECAMED SLANT AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS COCKED TO ONE SIDE.

Apr 12, 2018 Suspension 160,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A THUD. WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE. THE TIRE THAN BECAMED SLANT AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS COCKED TO ONE SIDE.

Feb 2, 2018 Suspension 124,000 mi

BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BOTH BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS AT REAR OF SUB FRAME ARE RUSTED AND BROKEN . MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN I HEARD A CLUNKING SOUND . UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE ABOVE PROBLEMS

Feb 2, 2018 Suspension 124,000 mi

BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKETS AND BOTH BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS AT REAR OF SUB FRAME ARE RUSTED AND BROKEN . MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN I HEARD A CLUNKING SOUND . UPON INSPECTION FOUND THE ABOVE PROBLEMS

Dec 15, 2017 Power Train

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 15, 2017 Steering

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 15, 2017 Suspension

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 15, 2017 Power Train

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 15, 2017 Steering

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 15, 2017 Suspension

I HAD THE REAR AXLE REPLACED BY THE RECALL, AND WHICH I PAID $300 FOR THE WORK. THE AXLE NOW DOES NOT ALIGN PROPERLY AND I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT SHIMS ARE REQUIRED. WITHOUT THEM THE REAR AXLE EATS MY TIRES. FORD HAS A POLICY TO MY UNDERSTANDING THAT NEW PARTS INSTALLED BY FORD HAVE A LIFETIME WARRANTY...

Dec 12, 2017 Unknown Or Other 183,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WONT GO INTO DRIVE. WHEN IT DOES, IT SHIFTS VERY HARD AND AT EVERY STOP SIGN IT GOES OUT OF GEAR AGAIN.

Dec 12, 2017 Unknown Or Other 183,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WONT GO INTO DRIVE. WHEN IT DOES, IT SHIFTS VERY HARD AND AT EVERY STOP SIGN IT GOES OUT OF GEAR AGAIN.

Oct 23, 2017 Structure 233,000 mi

FRONT LEFT SUB FRAME BY THE MOTOR MOUNT IS RUSTED THROUGH. PASSENGER SIDE IS FINE. CONCERNED THIS COULD BREAK WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE CONTROL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Oct 23, 2017 Suspension 233,000 mi

FRONT LEFT SUB FRAME BY THE MOTOR MOUNT IS RUSTED THROUGH. PASSENGER SIDE IS FINE. CONCERNED THIS COULD BREAK WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE CONTROL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Oct 23, 2017 Structure 233,000 mi

FRONT LEFT SUB FRAME BY THE MOTOR MOUNT IS RUSTED THROUGH. PASSENGER SIDE IS FINE. CONCERNED THIS COULD BREAK WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE CONTROL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Oct 23, 2017 Suspension 233,000 mi

FRONT LEFT SUB FRAME BY THE MOTOR MOUNT IS RUSTED THROUGH. PASSENGER SIDE IS FINE. CONCERNED THIS COULD BREAK WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE CONTROL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Oct 16, 2017 Steering 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL POPPING NOISE AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SUNSET FORD (11700 GRAVOIS RD, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63127) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Oct 16, 2017 Steering 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL POPPING NOISE AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SUNSET FORD (11700 GRAVOIS RD, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63127) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE...

Oct 3, 2017 Structure 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (MANDERBACH FORD, 4450 5TH STREET HWY, TEMPLE, PA 19560) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS STRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIE...

Oct 3, 2017 Structure 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (MANDERBACH FORD, 4450 5TH STREET HWY, TEMPLE, PA 19560) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS STRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIE...

Sep 16, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TAKATA RECALL: I DRIVE A FORD WINSTAR 1999 . I AM A FOSTER PARENT THEREFORE, I USE MY VAN TO TRANSPORT MY CHILDREN TO SCHOOL, VISITATION WITH THEIR PARENT, DOCTOR VISITS, ECT. I WAS TAKING MY VEHIJCLE. TO GET AN OIL CHANGE WHEN MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT MY SUB-FRAME WAS IN NEED OF BEING CHANGED. ...

Sep 16, 2017 Unknown Or Other

TAKATA RECALL: I DRIVE A FORD WINSTAR 1999 . I AM A FOSTER PARENT THEREFORE, I USE MY VAN TO TRANSPORT MY CHILDREN TO SCHOOL, VISITATION WITH THEIR PARENT, DOCTOR VISITS, ECT. I WAS TAKING MY VEHIJCLE. TO GET AN OIL CHANGE WHEN MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT MY SUB-FRAME WAS IN NEED OF BEING CHANGED. ...

Sep 4, 2017 Suspension 137,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THE 1999 FORD WINSTAR AND. 2 MONTHS LATER I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE REAR AXLE BEEM BROKE CAUSING ME TO LOOAE CONTROL. I AM JUST NOW FINDING OUT ABOUT THE RECALL PLEASE ADVISE THIS I S MY ONLY VEHICLE

Sep 4, 2017 Wheels 137,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THE 1999 FORD WINSTAR AND. 2 MONTHS LATER I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE REAR AXLE BEEM BROKE CAUSING ME TO LOOAE CONTROL. I AM JUST NOW FINDING OUT ABOUT THE RECALL PLEASE ADVISE THIS I S MY ONLY VEHICLE

Sep 4, 2017 Suspension 137,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THE 1999 FORD WINSTAR AND. 2 MONTHS LATER I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE REAR AXLE BEEM BROKE CAUSING ME TO LOOAE CONTROL. I AM JUST NOW FINDING OUT ABOUT THE RECALL PLEASE ADVISE THIS I S MY ONLY VEHICLE

Sep 4, 2017 Wheels 137,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THE 1999 FORD WINSTAR AND. 2 MONTHS LATER I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE REAR AXLE BEEM BROKE CAUSING ME TO LOOAE CONTROL. I AM JUST NOW FINDING OUT ABOUT THE RECALL PLEASE ADVISE THIS I S MY ONLY VEHICLE

Jul 19, 2017 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS DEALERSHIP CUSTOMER SERVICE REFUSES TO REPAIR VEHICLE MAIN FRONT FRAME CORROSION. *SMD UPDATED THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THERE WAS NO WARRANTY OR RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. 07/19/201...

Jul 19, 2017 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS DEALERSHIP CUSTOMER SERVICE REFUSES TO REPAIR VEHICLE MAIN FRONT FRAME CORROSION. *SMD UPDATED THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THERE WAS NO WARRANTY OR RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. 07/19/201...

May 15, 2017 Structure 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT FRAME NEEDED TO BE ...

May 15, 2017 Structure 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT FRAME NEEDED TO BE ...

Apr 18, 2017 Electrical System 140,000 mi

DANCING SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE, AND OTHER GAUGES IN THE CLUSTER WHILE IN MOTION. CAN ALSO MALFUNCTION WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

Apr 18, 2017 Electrical System 140,000 mi

DANCING SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE, AND OTHER GAUGES IN THE CLUSTER WHILE IN MOTION. CAN ALSO MALFUNCTION WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

Apr 12, 2017 Power Train 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Apr 12, 2017 Steering 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Apr 12, 2017 Wheels 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Apr 12, 2017 Power Train 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Apr 12, 2017 Steering 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Apr 12, 2017 Wheels 134,350 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT 102,654 MILES, IN MARCH-APRIL OF 2011 BY KOONS FORD OF MARYLAND, (INVOICE#W70829, DATED MAY 5, 2011) IN RESPONSE TO FORD RECALL, RELATED TO "BROKEN FRONT SUBFRAME" AND "COLLAPSING REAR AXLE".--FRONT SUBFRAME WAS, AT THAT TIME, BROKEN ON THE RIGHT SIDE, DUE TO RUSTING. RE...

Mar 2, 2017 Electrical System 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Mar 2, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Mar 2, 2017 Unknown Or Other 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Mar 2, 2017 Electrical System 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Mar 2, 2017 Vehicle Speed Control 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Mar 2, 2017 Unknown Or Other 102,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 99 WINSTARR A FEW MONTHS AGO AND JUST RECENTLY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED DANCING, AND THERE IS NO POWER T THE RADIO OR THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER UNDERNEATH IT. I ALSO SPRUNG A TRANS LEAK AND FIXED IT BUT THE CAR SPUTTERS THEN SHUTS OFF AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT

Feb 26, 2017 Unknown Or Other 124,469 mi

AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT THE GAS STATION MY REAR AXLE BROKE INTO TWO

Feb 26, 2017 Unknown Or Other 124,469 mi

AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AT THE GAS STATION MY REAR AXLE BROKE INTO TWO

Feb 24, 2017 Suspension 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVEWAY, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Feb 24, 2017 Suspension 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVEWAY, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Feb 5, 2017 Suspension 1 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE.

Feb 5, 2017 Unknown Or Other 1 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE.

Feb 5, 2017 Suspension 1 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE.

Feb 5, 2017 Unknown Or Other 1 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE.

Dec 9, 2016 Suspension 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AXLE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL TO RUB AGAINST THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION) PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, BUT DID NOT FEEL THE REPAIR WAS NE...

Dec 9, 2016 Suspension 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AXLE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL TO RUB AGAINST THE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION) PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, BUT DID NOT FEEL THE REPAIR WAS NE...

Nov 15, 2016 Suspension 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 136,000.

Nov 15, 2016 Suspension 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 136,000.

Nov 6, 2016 Power Train 198,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF GAS STATION IHEAR NOISE AND SMELL RUBBER BURNING.CAREFULLY DRIVE 3 BLOCKS TO MY HOUSE.NOTICE REAR TIRES LEANING INTO WHEEL WELLS.I THEN SEE BROKEN AXLE.FORD SAID AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED PROPERLY 7 MONTHS AGO UNDER RECALL.I HAVE NO MONEY TO FIX.

Nov 6, 2016 Power Train 198,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF GAS STATION IHEAR NOISE AND SMELL RUBBER BURNING.CAREFULLY DRIVE 3 BLOCKS TO MY HOUSE.NOTICE REAR TIRES LEANING INTO WHEEL WELLS.I THEN SEE BROKEN AXLE.FORD SAID AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED PROPERLY 7 MONTHS AGO UNDER RECALL.I HAVE NO MONEY TO FIX.

Oct 11, 2016 Structure 87,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAIL...

Oct 11, 2016 Structure 87,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAIL...

Sep 22, 2016 Power Train

MY WINDSTAR 1999 HAS ONLY 100,000 MILES ON IT, LESS WHEN I BOUGHT IT, AND AT THAT TIME I WAS INFORMED OF THE REAR AXEL RECALL. I REVIEWED THE DATA, CONCERNING THE SAFETY RECALL WHICH ENDS AT THE END OF OCT 2016 AND WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS AND OTHERS IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD HAPPEN ...

Sep 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other

MY WINDSTAR 1999 HAS ONLY 100,000 MILES ON IT, LESS WHEN I BOUGHT IT, AND AT THAT TIME I WAS INFORMED OF THE REAR AXEL RECALL. I REVIEWED THE DATA, CONCERNING THE SAFETY RECALL WHICH ENDS AT THE END OF OCT 2016 AND WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS AND OTHERS IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD HAPPEN ...

Sep 22, 2016 Power Train

MY WINDSTAR 1999 HAS ONLY 100,000 MILES ON IT, LESS WHEN I BOUGHT IT, AND AT THAT TIME I WAS INFORMED OF THE REAR AXEL RECALL. I REVIEWED THE DATA, CONCERNING THE SAFETY RECALL WHICH ENDS AT THE END OF OCT 2016 AND WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS AND OTHERS IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD HAPPEN ...

Sep 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other

MY WINDSTAR 1999 HAS ONLY 100,000 MILES ON IT, LESS WHEN I BOUGHT IT, AND AT THAT TIME I WAS INFORMED OF THE REAR AXEL RECALL. I REVIEWED THE DATA, CONCERNING THE SAFETY RECALL WHICH ENDS AT THE END OF OCT 2016 AND WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF PASSENGERS AND OTHERS IF AN ACCIDENT SHOULD HAPPEN ...

Sep 19, 2016 Unknown Or Other

I CALLED BY CHAT AT SHEEHY FORD IN GAITHERSBURG, MD BY OCTOBER 2015 LIKE THAT: FROM: "[XXX] TO: ' "GUEST" [XXX] FULL HEADERSPRINTABLE VIEW CHAT TRANSCRIPT: [XXX] (10/27/15 06:35:43 AM): HOW MAY I HELP YOU? GUEST (10/27/15 06:35:43 AM): I RECEIVED A NOTICE OF ...

Sep 19, 2016 Unknown Or Other

I CALLED BY CHAT AT SHEEHY FORD IN GAITHERSBURG, MD BY OCTOBER 2015 LIKE THAT: FROM: "[XXX] TO: ' "GUEST" [XXX] FULL HEADERSPRINTABLE VIEW CHAT TRANSCRIPT: [XXX] (10/27/15 06:35:43 AM): HOW MAY I HELP YOU? GUEST (10/27/15 06:35:43 AM): I RECEIVED A NOTICE OF ...

Sep 16, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 123,000 mi

JUST A FEW MINUTES AFTER STARTING MY 1999 WINDSTAR, IT LEAKS FUEL FROM THE FITTINGS (FOR THE FUEL LINES) ON TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP. I AM A MECHANIC AND THIS IS NOT SUPPOSE TO HAPPEN. THE FITTINGS HAVE A SEAM THAT HAS OPENED UP BECAUSE OF A DEFECT IN WORKMANSHIP. THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF GAS AND A ...

Sep 16, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 123,000 mi

JUST A FEW MINUTES AFTER STARTING MY 1999 WINDSTAR, IT LEAKS FUEL FROM THE FITTINGS (FOR THE FUEL LINES) ON TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP. I AM A MECHANIC AND THIS IS NOT SUPPOSE TO HAPPEN. THE FITTINGS HAVE A SEAM THAT HAS OPENED UP BECAUSE OF A DEFECT IN WORKMANSHIP. THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF GAS AND A ...

Sep 6, 2016 Suspension

THE REPAIR FORD PROVIDED DOES NOT RESOLVE OR HELP WITH THE REAR AXLES FAILURE. THIS VEHICLE NEVER RUNS IN THE WINTER SALT AND SLOP STILL FAILED. FORD SHOULD REPLACE "ALL" OF THESE REAR AXLES. STRUGGLING WITH FORD TO GET THIS AXLE REPLACED. THEY DON'T MAKE IT EASY.

Sep 6, 2016 Suspension

THE REPAIR FORD PROVIDED DOES NOT RESOLVE OR HELP WITH THE REAR AXLES FAILURE. THIS VEHICLE NEVER RUNS IN THE WINTER SALT AND SLOP STILL FAILED. FORD SHOULD REPLACE "ALL" OF THESE REAR AXLES. STRUGGLING WITH FORD TO GET THIS AXLE REPLACED. THEY DON'T MAKE IT EASY.

Jun 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 169,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WITH MY WIFE AND AS WE WERE COMING OVER A SMALL HUMP THE BACK AXEL SNAPPED. IF I HAD NOT BEEN DECELERATING COMING DOWN THE HILL THEN I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR AND BRING IT TO A STOP.

Jun 22, 2016 Unknown Or Other 169,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WITH MY WIFE AND AS WE WERE COMING OVER A SMALL HUMP THE BACK AXEL SNAPPED. IF I HAD NOT BEEN DECELERATING COMING DOWN THE HILL THEN I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR AND BRING IT TO A STOP.

Jun 15, 2016 Structure 99,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME, PASSENGER SIDE REAR MOUNT COMPLETELY ROTTED AWAY.THE RECALL "FIX IT CLAMP ON PIECE" DOES NOTHING AS THERE IS NO FRAME LEFT TO CONNECT TO. DEALER SERVICE MANAGER CLAIMED IT BROKE FROM THE TRANSMISSION MOUNT BEING ROTTED AWAY. WHEN CONFRONTED THAT THE MOUNT WAS SOUND, ADMITTED IT W...

Jun 15, 2016 Structure 99,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME, PASSENGER SIDE REAR MOUNT COMPLETELY ROTTED AWAY.THE RECALL "FIX IT CLAMP ON PIECE" DOES NOTHING AS THERE IS NO FRAME LEFT TO CONNECT TO. DEALER SERVICE MANAGER CLAIMED IT BROKE FROM THE TRANSMISSION MOUNT BEING ROTTED AWAY. WHEN CONFRONTED THAT THE MOUNT WAS SOUND, ADMITTED IT W...

Jun 14, 2016 Suspension 185,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT LOWER SUBFRAME BRACKET WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT...

Jun 14, 2016 Suspension 185,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT LOWER SUBFRAME BRACKET WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT...

Apr 11, 2016 Engine 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SENSOR HAD FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANU...

Apr 11, 2016 Engine 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SENSOR HAD FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANU...

Mar 29, 2016 Service Brakes

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 29, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 29, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 29, 2016 Service Brakes

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 29, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 29, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control

THE DEALER LOCATED IN THE SANDY SPRING REJECTED TO THE TAKE REMEDY ACTION ON THE RECALL 09S09. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE ODOMETER IS MALFUNTIONING WHEN IT IS IN OPERATION. IT SUDDENLY CAUSE UNKNOWN ACCELERATION WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL. IT IS ALSO FOUND OUT THE BRA...

Mar 8, 2016 Suspension 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION), A YEAR LATER THE CONTACT NOTICED HOLES WERE IN THE SUB FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ...

Mar 8, 2016 Suspension 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION), A YEAR LATER THE CONTACT NOTICED HOLES WERE IN THE SUB FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ...

Feb 19, 2016 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. DURING AN OIL CHANGE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STAT...

Feb 19, 2016 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. DURING AN OIL CHANGE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND CORRODED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STAT...

Feb 14, 2016 Electrical System 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 14, 2016 Steering 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 14, 2016 Wheels 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 14, 2016 Electrical System 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 14, 2016 Steering 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 14, 2016 Wheels 155,319 mi

TOO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.I HAD ABOUT THREE RECALL ON MY FORD WINDSTAR AND NOW MY WHOLE VAN SHUT DOWN ON ME.MY COMPUTER I GUESS GOT IT ON AUTO THEFT LOCK AND I CAN'T EVEN TURN OVER NOW.IT'S JUST SITTING IN MY PARKING LOT JUST HELPLESS.I HAVE ANOTHER RECALL BUT I CANT TAKE IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP...

Feb 5, 2016 Structure 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143...

Feb 5, 2016 Structure 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 143...

Jan 29, 2016 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND ENTERED INTO TRAFFIC LANE. PRESSED DOWN ON GAS PEDAL BUT ALL THAT HAPPENED WAS ENGINE REVVED UP BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. LUCKILY, THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT. A HELPFUL PERSON PUSHED ME TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK. I STARTED THE CAR AND FOUN...

Jan 29, 2016 Power Train 125,000 mi

SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND ENTERED INTO TRAFFIC LANE. PRESSED DOWN ON GAS PEDAL BUT ALL THAT HAPPENED WAS ENGINE REVVED UP BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. LUCKILY, THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT. A HELPFUL PERSON PUSHED ME TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK. I STARTED THE CAR AND FOUN...

Jan 29, 2016 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND ENTERED INTO TRAFFIC LANE. PRESSED DOWN ON GAS PEDAL BUT ALL THAT HAPPENED WAS ENGINE REVVED UP BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. LUCKILY, THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT. A HELPFUL PERSON PUSHED ME TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK. I STARTED THE CAR AND FOUN...

Jan 29, 2016 Power Train 125,000 mi

SHIFTED FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND ENTERED INTO TRAFFIC LANE. PRESSED DOWN ON GAS PEDAL BUT ALL THAT HAPPENED WAS ENGINE REVVED UP BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. LUCKILY, THERE WAS LIGHT TRAFFIC OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT. A HELPFUL PERSON PUSHED ME TO A SAFE PLACE TO PARK. I STARTED THE CAR AND FOUN...

Dec 30, 2015 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AXLE WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE ...

Dec 30, 2015 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AXLE WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE ...

Nov 20, 2015 Suspension 142,000 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF PARKING LOT AND REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF

Nov 20, 2015 Suspension 142,000 mi

I WAS BACKING OUT OF PARKING LOT AND REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF

Nov 10, 2015 Suspension 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, A LOUD CLANKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CONTROL ARM HAD SEPARATED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR R...

Nov 10, 2015 Suspension 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, A LOUD CLANKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CONTROL ARM HAD SEPARATED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR R...

Oct 30, 2015 Service Brakes 244,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND SPEEDOMETER FAILURE

Oct 30, 2015 Service Brakes 244,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND SPEEDOMETER FAILURE

Oct 28, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 28, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 28, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 28, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 28, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 28, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), AND 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER OWNED DUE TO NUMEROUS FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 27, 2015 Structure 137,645 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SERVICING THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERE CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE ...

Oct 27, 2015 Structure 137,645 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SERVICING THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE), THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS DETACHING FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERE CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE ...

Sep 17, 2015 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.

Sep 17, 2015 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.

Aug 16, 2015 Suspension 166,000 mi

WHILE NORMAL DRIVING THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. APPROXIMATELY TWO YEARS AGO THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE THAT THEY MAY BREAK. THE FORD DEALERSHIP INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE PART USED BRACKETS TO STRENGTHEN THE AXLE. ALL THIS DID WAS DELAY THE INEVITABLE. THE CAR IS CURRENTLY AT MY L...

Aug 16, 2015 Suspension 166,000 mi

WHILE NORMAL DRIVING THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. APPROXIMATELY TWO YEARS AGO THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE THAT THEY MAY BREAK. THE FORD DEALERSHIP INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE PART USED BRACKETS TO STRENGTHEN THE AXLE. ALL THIS DID WAS DELAY THE INEVITABLE. THE CAR IS CURRENTLY AT MY L...

Aug 1, 2015 Suspension 120,000 mi

THIS IS REGARDING RECALL # 10S13. IN 2010 FORD ISSUED THIS RECALL BECAUSE THERE WAS A WEAK PART ON THE REAR AXLE THAT RUSTS AWAY AND CRACKS. THERE FIX IS TO INSPECT THE WELD AND THEN REPLACE THE AXLE IF THERE IS A CRACK. IF NO CRACK IS PRESENT, THE DEALERSHIP IS TO CLEAN THE RUST OFF THE WELD. W...

Aug 1, 2015 Wheels 120,000 mi

THIS IS REGARDING RECALL # 10S13. IN 2010 FORD ISSUED THIS RECALL BECAUSE THERE WAS A WEAK PART ON THE REAR AXLE THAT RUSTS AWAY AND CRACKS. THERE FIX IS TO INSPECT THE WELD AND THEN REPLACE THE AXLE IF THERE IS A CRACK. IF NO CRACK IS PRESENT, THE DEALERSHIP IS TO CLEAN THE RUST OFF THE WELD. W...

Aug 1, 2015 Suspension 120,000 mi

THIS IS REGARDING RECALL # 10S13. IN 2010 FORD ISSUED THIS RECALL BECAUSE THERE WAS A WEAK PART ON THE REAR AXLE THAT RUSTS AWAY AND CRACKS. THERE FIX IS TO INSPECT THE WELD AND THEN REPLACE THE AXLE IF THERE IS A CRACK. IF NO CRACK IS PRESENT, THE DEALERSHIP IS TO CLEAN THE RUST OFF THE WELD. W...

Aug 1, 2015 Wheels 120,000 mi

THIS IS REGARDING RECALL # 10S13. IN 2010 FORD ISSUED THIS RECALL BECAUSE THERE WAS A WEAK PART ON THE REAR AXLE THAT RUSTS AWAY AND CRACKS. THERE FIX IS TO INSPECT THE WELD AND THEN REPLACE THE AXLE IF THERE IS A CRACK. IF NO CRACK IS PRESENT, THE DEALERSHIP IS TO CLEAN THE RUST OFF THE WELD. W...

Jul 23, 2015 Suspension 207,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE DRIVER REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFI...

Jul 23, 2015 Suspension 207,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE DRIVER REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFI...

Jul 6, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION). AFTER THE REMEDY WAS PERFORMED, THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILA...

Jul 6, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION). AFTER THE REMEDY WAS PERFORMED, THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILA...

Jun 29, 2015 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILUR...

Jun 29, 2015 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILUR...

Jun 25, 2015 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON

Jun 25, 2015 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON

Jun 12, 2015 Suspension 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Jun 12, 2015 Suspension 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

May 29, 2015 Suspension 255,000 mi

THE FACTORY RECALL NOTICE REQUIRED TRAILING AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO BE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE. THEY WERE INSTALLED AT THE DEALERSHIP, ALONG WITH AN UPGRADE TO THE FRONT CONTROL ARM MOUNTS. THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE SPEED I WAS TRAVELLING AT WAS ONLY 45 MPH AT...

May 29, 2015 Wheels 255,000 mi

THE FACTORY RECALL NOTICE REQUIRED TRAILING AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO BE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE. THEY WERE INSTALLED AT THE DEALERSHIP, ALONG WITH AN UPGRADE TO THE FRONT CONTROL ARM MOUNTS. THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE SPEED I WAS TRAVELLING AT WAS ONLY 45 MPH AT...

May 29, 2015 Suspension 255,000 mi

THE FACTORY RECALL NOTICE REQUIRED TRAILING AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO BE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE. THEY WERE INSTALLED AT THE DEALERSHIP, ALONG WITH AN UPGRADE TO THE FRONT CONTROL ARM MOUNTS. THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE SPEED I WAS TRAVELLING AT WAS ONLY 45 MPH AT...

May 29, 2015 Wheels 255,000 mi

THE FACTORY RECALL NOTICE REQUIRED TRAILING AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS TO BE INSTALLED ON THE REAR AXLE. THEY WERE INSTALLED AT THE DEALERSHIP, ALONG WITH AN UPGRADE TO THE FRONT CONTROL ARM MOUNTS. THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE SPEED I WAS TRAVELLING AT WAS ONLY 45 MPH AT...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE EMITTED A LOUD NOISE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE REPAIR FO...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE EMITTED A LOUD NOISE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE REPAIR FO...

Apr 22, 2015 Service Brakes 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARD OF THE FAILURE...

Apr 22, 2015 Service Brakes 104,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARD OF THE FAILURE...

Apr 13, 2015 Service Brakes 189,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON DURING VEHICLE OPERATION MEANING ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. *TR

Apr 13, 2015 Service Brakes 189,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON DURING VEHICLE OPERATION MEANING ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. *TR

Apr 9, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Apr 9, 2015 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Apr 9, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Apr 9, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Apr 9, 2015 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Apr 9, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT CAME ON CONTINUALLY FOR THE LAST 6000 MILES. BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO FORD IN PLAINVILLE, CT AND THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NO RECALL AND THE COST WAS TO INCLUDE A NEW COMPUTER FOR AN UNREASONABLE DOLLAR AMOUNT. STILL NOT CORRECTED AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. HAVE CHE...

Mar 30, 2015 Structure 225,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHN...

Mar 30, 2015 Steering 225,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHN...

Mar 30, 2015 Structure 225,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHN...

Mar 30, 2015 Steering 225,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHN...

Mar 26, 2015 Structure 134,972 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN UNRELATED REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT END SUPPORT BRACKET DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NU...

Mar 26, 2015 Structure 134,972 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN UNRELATED REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT END SUPPORT BRACKET DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NU...

Mar 24, 2015 Seat Belts 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SAFETY SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.

Mar 24, 2015 Seat Belts 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SAFETY SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.

Feb 26, 2015 Service Brakes 94,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON AND/OF AT WILL, NOT CONSISTANT. FEAR OF ABS NOT FUNCTIONING IN THE EVENT OF ABS BEING NEEDED.

Feb 26, 2015 Service Brakes 94,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON AND/OF AT WILL, NOT CONSISTANT. FEAR OF ABS NOT FUNCTIONING IN THE EVENT OF ABS BEING NEEDED.

Feb 13, 2015 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT CRAZY I HAD NO TURNING SIGNAL NO LIGHTS THE SPEED ODOMETER LEVERS WENT BACK IN FORTH. VERY SCARY WHEN YOUR A MOTHER OF THREE AND CARRYING CHILDREN IN THE VAN. *TR

Feb 13, 2015 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT CRAZY I HAD NO TURNING SIGNAL NO LIGHTS THE SPEED ODOMETER LEVERS WENT BACK IN FORTH. VERY SCARY WHEN YOUR A MOTHER OF THREE AND CARRYING CHILDREN IN THE VAN. *TR

Jan 21, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

THE ABS CONTROLLER FOR THIS VEHICLE HAS STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT WITH THIS MODEL. THE CAUSES ARE EITHER POOR SOLDERING ON OR DAMAGE FROM FLUIDS TO THE CONTROLLER'S BOARD. WITHOUT ABS, THE VEHICLE IS SIGNIFICANTLY LESS SAFE AND I'VE EXPERIENCED FIVE INCIDENTS WHERE I AND MY PASS...

Jan 21, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

THE ABS CONTROLLER FOR THIS VEHICLE HAS STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT WITH THIS MODEL. THE CAUSES ARE EITHER POOR SOLDERING ON OR DAMAGE FROM FLUIDS TO THE CONTROLLER'S BOARD. WITHOUT ABS, THE VEHICLE IS SIGNIFICANTLY LESS SAFE AND I'VE EXPERIENCED FIVE INCIDENTS WHERE I AND MY PASS...

Jan 14, 2015 Electrical System 159,000 mi

I NEVER KNEW ABOUT FORD'S RECALLS UNTIL LAST MARCH. BEFORE CALLING FORD I DID RESEARCH AND FOUND NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS ME. MINE STARTED IN 2012 WHEN OUT OF THE BLUE THE FRONT WINDOWS WOULD NO LONGER OPEN. NEXT WHEN YOU TRIED TO PUT THE HEAT ON IN THE REAR THERE WAS STRANGE NOISE ...

Jan 14, 2015 Exterior Lighting 159,000 mi

I NEVER KNEW ABOUT FORD'S RECALLS UNTIL LAST MARCH. BEFORE CALLING FORD I DID RESEARCH AND FOUND NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS ME. MINE STARTED IN 2012 WHEN OUT OF THE BLUE THE FRONT WINDOWS WOULD NO LONGER OPEN. NEXT WHEN YOU TRIED TO PUT THE HEAT ON IN THE REAR THERE WAS STRANGE NOISE ...

Jan 14, 2015 Electrical System 159,000 mi

I NEVER KNEW ABOUT FORD'S RECALLS UNTIL LAST MARCH. BEFORE CALLING FORD I DID RESEARCH AND FOUND NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS ME. MINE STARTED IN 2012 WHEN OUT OF THE BLUE THE FRONT WINDOWS WOULD NO LONGER OPEN. NEXT WHEN YOU TRIED TO PUT THE HEAT ON IN THE REAR THERE WAS STRANGE NOISE ...

Jan 14, 2015 Exterior Lighting 159,000 mi

I NEVER KNEW ABOUT FORD'S RECALLS UNTIL LAST MARCH. BEFORE CALLING FORD I DID RESEARCH AND FOUND NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS AS ME. MINE STARTED IN 2012 WHEN OUT OF THE BLUE THE FRONT WINDOWS WOULD NO LONGER OPEN. NEXT WHEN YOU TRIED TO PUT THE HEAT ON IN THE REAR THERE WAS STRANGE NOISE ...

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes

IT APPEARS TO BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEW BRAKES PADS ON FRONT, SYSTEM WAS BLED OF AIR, BRAKE PEDAL HAS NORMAL TRAVEL. ABS MAY NOT FUNCTION. *TR

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. IT GOES OUT WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF BUT COMES BACK ON AFTER DRIVING A COUPL OF MILES. *TR

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes

IT APPEARS TO BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEW BRAKES PADS ON FRONT, SYSTEM WAS BLED OF AIR, BRAKE PEDAL HAS NORMAL TRAVEL. ABS MAY NOT FUNCTION. *TR

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. IT GOES OUT WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF BUT COMES BACK ON AFTER DRIVING A COUPL OF MILES. *TR

Dec 27, 2014 Service Brakes 135,050 mi

ABS LIGHT TURNED ON AGAIN AND GOES OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. LIGHT INDICATED THAT ABS IS FAILED, BRAKES BECOME POOR UNDER THIS CONDITION. BRAKES DO NOT STOP WINDSTAR WELL WHEN LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME. *TR

Dec 27, 2014 Service Brakes 135,050 mi

ABS LIGHT TURNED ON AGAIN AND GOES OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. LIGHT INDICATED THAT ABS IS FAILED, BRAKES BECOME POOR UNDER THIS CONDITION. BRAKES DO NOT STOP WINDSTAR WELL WHEN LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME. *TR

Dec 14, 2014 Service Brakes

MY ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHT ARE ON ALL THE TIME CAUSING 11 ABS FAULT CODES, C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1256, 1250, 1242, 1214, 1210 1410, 1404. I HAVE CLEARED ALL THE CODES AND IN A 2 WEEK PERIOD THEY ALL SET AGAIN, ALL ARE RELATED TO THE 1185 (FAILED RELAY SOLDER JOINT) MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Dec 14, 2014 Service Brakes

MY ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHT ARE ON ALL THE TIME CAUSING 11 ABS FAULT CODES, C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1256, 1250, 1242, 1214, 1210 1410, 1404. I HAVE CLEARED ALL THE CODES AND IN A 2 WEEK PERIOD THEY ALL SET AGAIN, ALL ARE RELATED TO THE 1185 (FAILED RELAY SOLDER JOINT) MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Service Brakes 120,210 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF AS ONE DRIVES. IT STAYS ON WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE BUT DOES NOT WHEN IT STAYS COLD OUTSIDE. WHEN LIGHT IS ON THERE IS NO ABS BRAKES. ONE WOULD THINK THERE IS A SHORT IN THE SYSTEM OR A GROUND ISSUE. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Electrical System 120,210 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF AS ONE DRIVES. IT STAYS ON WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE BUT DOES NOT WHEN IT STAYS COLD OUTSIDE. WHEN LIGHT IS ON THERE IS NO ABS BRAKES. ONE WOULD THINK THERE IS A SHORT IN THE SYSTEM OR A GROUND ISSUE. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Service Brakes 120,210 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF AS ONE DRIVES. IT STAYS ON WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE BUT DOES NOT WHEN IT STAYS COLD OUTSIDE. WHEN LIGHT IS ON THERE IS NO ABS BRAKES. ONE WOULD THINK THERE IS A SHORT IN THE SYSTEM OR A GROUND ISSUE. *TR

Nov 13, 2014 Electrical System 120,210 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF AS ONE DRIVES. IT STAYS ON WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE BUT DOES NOT WHEN IT STAYS COLD OUTSIDE. WHEN LIGHT IS ON THERE IS NO ABS BRAKES. ONE WOULD THINK THERE IS A SHORT IN THE SYSTEM OR A GROUND ISSUE. *TR

Nov 8, 2014 Service Brakes 160,500 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES OFTEN WHEN ENCOUNTERING A BUMP ON THE ROAD, BUT USUALLY JUST RANDOMLY. LIGHT IS ALWAYS OFF WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED. INITIALLY THE LIGHT WOULD NOT COME ON AGAIN FOR SEVERAL WEEKS, BUT OVER TIME THE LIGHT NOW ALWAYS COMES ON AFTER A FEW MILES. ABS DTC CODE IS C1185. *TR

Nov 8, 2014 Service Brakes 160,500 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES OFTEN WHEN ENCOUNTERING A BUMP ON THE ROAD, BUT USUALLY JUST RANDOMLY. LIGHT IS ALWAYS OFF WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED. INITIALLY THE LIGHT WOULD NOT COME ON AGAIN FOR SEVERAL WEEKS, BUT OVER TIME THE LIGHT NOW ALWAYS COMES ON AFTER A FEW MILES. ABS DTC CODE IS C1185. *TR

Oct 30, 2014 Suspension 140,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY WINDSTAR VAN BROKE IN HALF. THE RECALL WAS ALREADY DONE PRIOR TO ME PURCHASING IT SO I CAN'T SAY WHEN. FORD IS NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING TO HELP. MY WIFE AND KIDS WERE IN THE VAN WHEN THIS HAPPENED AND SHE ALMOST LOST CONTROL WHEN THE TIRE EXPLODED AFTER THE AXLE SNAPPED. THE BR...

Oct 30, 2014 Suspension 140,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY WINDSTAR VAN BROKE IN HALF. THE RECALL WAS ALREADY DONE PRIOR TO ME PURCHASING IT SO I CAN'T SAY WHEN. FORD IS NOT GOING TO DO ANYTHING TO HELP. MY WIFE AND KIDS WERE IN THE VAN WHEN THIS HAPPENED AND SHE ALMOST LOST CONTROL WHEN THE TIRE EXPLODED AFTER THE AXLE SNAPPED. THE BR...

Oct 9, 2014 Electrical System 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE TO ACCELERATE AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNAT...

Oct 9, 2014 Electrical System 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE TO ACCELERATE AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNAT...

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes 127,684 mi

WENT OVER RUMBLE STRIP ON ROADWAY AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON, BRAKE PEDAL BECAME HARD TO PUSH. THIS HAPPENED ON MONDAY 9/22/2014 MY MOTHER IN LAW WHO OWNS THE VEHICLE SAID THAT THIS HAD BEEN HAPPENING QUITE FREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS. I PUT MY SCAN TOOL ON THE VEHICLE AND GOT 3 ABS CODES C1235, ...

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 26, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 26, 2014 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes 127,684 mi

WENT OVER RUMBLE STRIP ON ROADWAY AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON, BRAKE PEDAL BECAME HARD TO PUSH. THIS HAPPENED ON MONDAY 9/22/2014 MY MOTHER IN LAW WHO OWNS THE VEHICLE SAID THAT THIS HAD BEEN HAPPENING QUITE FREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS. I PUT MY SCAN TOOL ON THE VEHICLE AND GOT 3 ABS CODES C1235, ...

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 26, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 26, 2014 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED ALL SPEED SENSORS AND FRONT AXLE TONE RINGS EVEN REBUILD THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS IS COSTING ME ALLOT OF MONEY AND THE ABS LIGHT STILL COME ON EVEN AFTER I HAVE COMPLETED ALL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THESE WINDSTARS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REP...

Sep 25, 2014 Service Brakes 170,025 mi

THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. HAD BEEN ON AND OFF DURING THE MORNING. IN TOWN AND STOPPING FOR A REGULAR TRAFFIC LIGHT- DURING THE BEGINNING OF THE STOP THAT WAS ON A WET ROAD - TRAVELING 28 MPH: WINDSTAR VAN LOCKED UP RIGHT REAR TIRE AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP - TIRE SKIDDED -WHEEL / TIRE WAS L...

Sep 25, 2014 Service Brakes 170,025 mi

THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. HAD BEEN ON AND OFF DURING THE MORNING. IN TOWN AND STOPPING FOR A REGULAR TRAFFIC LIGHT- DURING THE BEGINNING OF THE STOP THAT WAS ON A WET ROAD - TRAVELING 28 MPH: WINDSTAR VAN LOCKED UP RIGHT REAR TIRE AND VEHICLE DID NOT STOP - TIRE SKIDDED -WHEEL / TIRE WAS L...

Sep 23, 2014 Service Brakes 158,125 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STARTED THE VAN. *TR

Sep 23, 2014 Service Brakes 158,125 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I STARTED THE VAN. *TR

Sep 22, 2014 Service Brakes

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED -DASHBOARD ABS DISPLAY 'ON'. *TR

Sep 22, 2014 Service Brakes

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED -DASHBOARD ABS DISPLAY 'ON'. *TR

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 131,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN . MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES CRAZY ALL GAUGES JUST GO UP AND DOWN UNCONTROLLABLY. I NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH GAS I HAVE OR HOW FAST I AM GOING AND MY ABS BRAKE LITE STAYS ON ALWAYS. AND MY FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM IS BENDING. *TR

Sep 19, 2014 Suspension 131,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN . MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES CRAZY ALL GAUGES JUST GO UP AND DOWN UNCONTROLLABLY. I NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH GAS I HAVE OR HOW FAST I AM GOING AND MY ABS BRAKE LITE STAYS ON ALWAYS. AND MY FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM IS BENDING. *TR

Sep 19, 2014 Suspension 101,345 mi

THE SUB FRAME IS BEING REPLACED BY CAR DOCTOR JR BECAUSE IT WAS ROTTED THRU 2 YEARS AGO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEIR WAS NO ISSUE WITH THE SUBFRAME. AND THEIR WAS NO RECALL

Sep 19, 2014 Electrical System 131,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN . MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES CRAZY ALL GAUGES JUST GO UP AND DOWN UNCONTROLLABLY. I NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH GAS I HAVE OR HOW FAST I AM GOING AND MY ABS BRAKE LITE STAYS ON ALWAYS. AND MY FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM IS BENDING. *TR

Sep 19, 2014 Suspension 131,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN . MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES CRAZY ALL GAUGES JUST GO UP AND DOWN UNCONTROLLABLY. I NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH GAS I HAVE OR HOW FAST I AM GOING AND MY ABS BRAKE LITE STAYS ON ALWAYS. AND MY FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM IS BENDING. *TR

Sep 19, 2014 Suspension 101,345 mi

THE SUB FRAME IS BEING REPLACED BY CAR DOCTOR JR BECAUSE IT WAS ROTTED THRU 2 YEARS AGO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEIR WAS NO ISSUE WITH THE SUBFRAME. AND THEIR WAS NO RECALL

Sep 4, 2014 Power Train 226,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE HWY AT 35 MILES AN HOUR . AFTER CROSSING SMOOTH RAIL ROAD TRACKS REAR AXLE BROKE. RECALL REPAIR WAS DONE BUT AXLE SNAPPED AT THAT LOCATION. BRACKET PUT ON TO KEEP FROM AXLE FROM SNAPPING DIDN'T HELP. *TR

Sep 4, 2014 Power Train 214,000 mi

AFTER A TRIP TO THE LAKE,MY FAMILY AND I WERE HEADED HOME AND APPROACHED A STOP SIGN.(23 MILES FROM HOME.) I MADE A COMPLETE STOP AND PROCEEDED TO APPLY GAS AND THE WINDSTAR WOULD NOT MOVE. WHEN I RELEASE THE BREAKS IT JUST ROLLS BACKWARDS,PRETTY SCARY. HOWEVER AFTER A RESTART IT WOULD MOVE AGAIN ...

Sep 4, 2014 Power Train 226,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN 2 LANE HWY AT 35 MILES AN HOUR . AFTER CROSSING SMOOTH RAIL ROAD TRACKS REAR AXLE BROKE. RECALL REPAIR WAS DONE BUT AXLE SNAPPED AT THAT LOCATION. BRACKET PUT ON TO KEEP FROM AXLE FROM SNAPPING DIDN'T HELP. *TR

Sep 4, 2014 Power Train 214,000 mi

AFTER A TRIP TO THE LAKE,MY FAMILY AND I WERE HEADED HOME AND APPROACHED A STOP SIGN.(23 MILES FROM HOME.) I MADE A COMPLETE STOP AND PROCEEDED TO APPLY GAS AND THE WINDSTAR WOULD NOT MOVE. WHEN I RELEASE THE BREAKS IT JUST ROLLS BACKWARDS,PRETTY SCARY. HOWEVER AFTER A RESTART IT WOULD MOVE AGAIN ...

Aug 28, 2014 Air Bags 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 28, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 28, 2014 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 28, 2014 Air Bags 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 28, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 28, 2014 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT CLEAR WITH A SCAN TOOL. THERE ARE 11 CODES SHOWING, ALL TO DO WITH ABS/TRACTION CONTROL. NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS FINE, NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH A SKID OR LOSS OF TRACTION IN ICE OR SNOW. I AM TOLD THERE IS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SYSTEM ON THIS ...

Aug 27, 2014 Unknown Or Other 157,630 mi

CHRONIC VIBRATION / SHUTTER NOTICED DURING MODERATE BRAKING. NEW RACK & PINION INSTALLED IN 2009; NEW BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS INSTALLED IN 2012, OFFERING SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT. WIFE HEARD "CRACKING NOISE, EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY MAKING LEFT TURNS & DROVE ABOUT 45 MILES, PARKED AT HOUSE, FRONT SUBFRAME FRA...

Aug 27, 2014 Unknown Or Other 157,630 mi

CHRONIC VIBRATION / SHUTTER NOTICED DURING MODERATE BRAKING. NEW RACK & PINION INSTALLED IN 2009; NEW BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS INSTALLED IN 2012, OFFERING SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT. WIFE HEARD "CRACKING NOISE, EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY MAKING LEFT TURNS & DROVE ABOUT 45 MILES, PARKED AT HOUSE, FRONT SUBFRAME FRA...

Aug 25, 2014 Suspension 130,123 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 40 MPH IT FELT LIKE A TIRE BLEW ON THE REAR. WHEN I PULLED OVER AD GOT OUT TO CHECK IT THE TIRES WERE FINE BUT THE REAR WHEELS WERE AT A BAD ANGLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION THE REAR AXLE BEAM HAS SPLIT RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVEABLE. I HAVE FOUND THAT FORD HAS RECALLED THI...

Aug 25, 2014 Suspension 130,123 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 40 MPH IT FELT LIKE A TIRE BLEW ON THE REAR. WHEN I PULLED OVER AD GOT OUT TO CHECK IT THE TIRES WERE FINE BUT THE REAR WHEELS WERE AT A BAD ANGLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION THE REAR AXLE BEAM HAS SPLIT RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVEABLE. I HAVE FOUND THAT FORD HAS RECALLED THI...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY, ABS NO LONGER WORK AT THAT TIME. ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS ON ICE. *TR

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY, ABS NO LONGER WORK AT THAT TIME. ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS ON ICE. *TR

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT CONTINUALLY COMES ON, MANY REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE BY MECHANIC AND LIGHT STILL COMES ON. *TR

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT CONTINUALLY COMES ON, MANY REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE BY MECHANIC AND LIGHT STILL COMES ON. *TR

Aug 20, 2014 Service Brakes 248,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ALSO ALWAYS ON. *TR

Aug 20, 2014 Service Brakes 248,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ALSO ALWAYS ON. *TR

Aug 16, 2014 Power Train

STOPPED AT A LIGHT WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I WENT TO GO WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY STOPPED LIKE I HIT A WALL. I HAD THE VAN TOWED TO AMERICAN TRANSMISSION ON RT 88 IN LAKEWOOD NJ. THEY DROPPED THE TRANSMISSION AND SAID IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, THAT BASICALLY IT HAD MELTED EVERYTHING INSIDE THE TRAN...

Aug 16, 2014 Power Train

STOPPED AT A LIGHT WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I WENT TO GO WHEN THE VAN SUDDENLY STOPPED LIKE I HIT A WALL. I HAD THE VAN TOWED TO AMERICAN TRANSMISSION ON RT 88 IN LAKEWOOD NJ. THEY DROPPED THE TRANSMISSION AND SAID IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, THAT BASICALLY IT HAD MELTED EVERYTHING INSIDE THE TRAN...

Aug 12, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 55,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON IN THE CAR WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Aug 12, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON IN THE CAR WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Aug 12, 2014 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 55,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON IN THE CAR WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Aug 12, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON IN THE CAR WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR

Aug 7, 2014 Service Brakes 150,300 mi

ABS LIGHT TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT ON CAUSE ABS HCU AND ECU BAD. *TR

Aug 7, 2014 Electrical System 150,300 mi

ABS LIGHT TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT ON CAUSE ABS HCU AND ECU BAD. *TR

Aug 7, 2014 Service Brakes 150,300 mi

ABS LIGHT TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT ON CAUSE ABS HCU AND ECU BAD. *TR

Aug 7, 2014 Electrical System 150,300 mi

ABS LIGHT TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT ON CAUSE ABS HCU AND ECU BAD. *TR

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

THE ABS IS COMING ON AS I COME TO A NORMAL STOP WHICH CAUSES THE BRAKING DISTANCE TO SUDDENLY INCREASE JUST AS YOU'RE ABOUT TO STOP. YOU HAVE TO TAKE STEPS TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU DUE TO THE ABS ERRANTLY ENGAGING. *TR

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

THE ABS IS COMING ON AS I COME TO A NORMAL STOP WHICH CAUSES THE BRAKING DISTANCE TO SUDDENLY INCREASE JUST AS YOU'RE ABOUT TO STOP. YOU HAVE TO TAKE STEPS TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF YOU DUE TO THE ABS ERRANTLY ENGAGING. *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Electrical System 150,000 mi

VAN PURCHASED USED. OKAY AT FIRST, THEN WITHOUT WARNING THE GAUGES (SPEED, FUEL, TACHOMETER, TEMPERATURE) WOULD START JUMPING WILDLY OR TOP OUT AND STICK AT MAX. HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. COULD SOMETIMES CLEAR BY DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING BATTERY CABLES. HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TWICE. REPLACED T...

Jul 24, 2014 Structure 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE AND THE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS STARTING TO FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE ...

Jul 24, 2014 Electrical System 150,000 mi

VAN PURCHASED USED. OKAY AT FIRST, THEN WITHOUT WARNING THE GAUGES (SPEED, FUEL, TACHOMETER, TEMPERATURE) WOULD START JUMPING WILDLY OR TOP OUT AND STICK AT MAX. HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. COULD SOMETIMES CLEAR BY DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING BATTERY CABLES. HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TWICE. REPLACED T...

Jul 24, 2014 Structure 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE AND THE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS STARTING TO FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE ...

Jul 15, 2014 Suspension Crash 178,000 mi

FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE DUE TO RECALL FOR SUBFRAME/AXLE RUST ISSUE. DEALER CLAIMED FRAME OKAY. WHILE DRIVING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME CAUSING CRASH DUE TO RUSTING OF MOUNTS. *TR

Jul 15, 2014 Structure Crash 178,000 mi

FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE DUE TO RECALL FOR SUBFRAME/AXLE RUST ISSUE. DEALER CLAIMED FRAME OKAY. WHILE DRIVING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME CAUSING CRASH DUE TO RUSTING OF MOUNTS. *TR

Jul 15, 2014 Service Brakes 149,213 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON MY WAY HOME THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON MY FORD WINDSTAR 1999. *TR

Jul 15, 2014 Suspension Crash 178,000 mi

FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE DUE TO RECALL FOR SUBFRAME/AXLE RUST ISSUE. DEALER CLAIMED FRAME OKAY. WHILE DRIVING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME CAUSING CRASH DUE TO RUSTING OF MOUNTS. *TR

Jul 15, 2014 Structure Crash 178,000 mi

FORD DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE DUE TO RECALL FOR SUBFRAME/AXLE RUST ISSUE. DEALER CLAIMED FRAME OKAY. WHILE DRIVING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME CAUSING CRASH DUE TO RUSTING OF MOUNTS. *TR

Jul 15, 2014 Service Brakes 149,213 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON MY WAY HOME THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON MY FORD WINDSTAR 1999. *TR

Jul 11, 2014 Power Train Fire 100,080 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS LEAKING AND ADMITTING SMOKE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, B...

Jul 11, 2014 Electrical System Fire 100,080 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS LEAKING AND ADMITTING SMOKE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, B...

Jul 11, 2014 Power Train Fire 100,080 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS LEAKING AND ADMITTING SMOKE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, B...

Jul 11, 2014 Electrical System Fire 100,080 mi

TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS LEAKING AND ADMITTING SMOKE. A PRIVATE MECHANIC REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, B...

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jul 8, 2014 Power Train 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jul 8, 2014 Electrical System 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jul 8, 2014 Power Train 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jul 8, 2014 Electrical System 92,000 mi

VAN IS JUMPING AT STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKE ON, STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND AROUND 55 (UNKNOWN) POWER WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING ON RIGHT SIDE. ONLY 92000 MILES ON VAN EVERYTHING GOING WRONG AT ONCE. VAN FEELS UNSAFE. DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO REPLACE. IS THERE ANY RECALLS FOR THIS STUFF? KNOCKING ...

Jun 29, 2014 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CONSTANTLY TURNS ON AFTER DRIVING IT FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT REPEATS ITSELF EVERY TIME I DRIVE IT. *TR

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CONSTANTLY TURNS ON AFTER DRIVING IT FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT REPEATS ITSELF EVERY TIME I DRIVE IT. *TR

Jun 29, 2014 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CONSTANTLY TURNS ON AFTER DRIVING IT FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT REPEATS ITSELF EVERY TIME I DRIVE IT. *TR

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CONSTANTLY TURNS ON AFTER DRIVING IT FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT REPEATS ITSELF EVERY TIME I DRIVE IT. *TR

Jun 25, 2014 Service Brakes 163,005 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. CHECKED WITH FORD AND ON-LINE AND SEE THAT THE ABS LIGHT AND SYSTEM ARE BEING REVIEWED FOR POSSIBLE PRODUCT DEFECT. *TR

Jun 25, 2014 Service Brakes 163,005 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. CHECKED WITH FORD AND ON-LINE AND SEE THAT THE ABS LIGHT AND SYSTEM ARE BEING REVIEWED FOR POSSIBLE PRODUCT DEFECT. *TR

Jun 13, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF. *JS

Jun 13, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF. *JS

Jun 11, 2014 Suspension 121,098 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 40 MPH, REALIZED THE VAN HAD A WEIRD ODD STEERING PROBLEM SWERVING TO LEFT AND THEN TO THE RIGHT. I MADE IT HOME THEN LOOKED TOWARDS THE BACK REAR AXLE I SEEN A REAL LARGE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VAN BACK SIDE WAS SITTING REALLY LOW LIKE THE AXLE WAS ABOUT TO COMPLETELY CRACK....

Jun 11, 2014 Steering 121,098 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 40 MPH, REALIZED THE VAN HAD A WEIRD ODD STEERING PROBLEM SWERVING TO LEFT AND THEN TO THE RIGHT. I MADE IT HOME THEN LOOKED TOWARDS THE BACK REAR AXLE I SEEN A REAL LARGE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VAN BACK SIDE WAS SITTING REALLY LOW LIKE THE AXLE WAS ABOUT TO COMPLETELY CRACK....

Jun 11, 2014 Suspension 121,098 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 40 MPH, REALIZED THE VAN HAD A WEIRD ODD STEERING PROBLEM SWERVING TO LEFT AND THEN TO THE RIGHT. I MADE IT HOME THEN LOOKED TOWARDS THE BACK REAR AXLE I SEEN A REAL LARGE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VAN BACK SIDE WAS SITTING REALLY LOW LIKE THE AXLE WAS ABOUT TO COMPLETELY CRACK....

Jun 11, 2014 Steering 121,098 mi

WAS DRIVING AROUND 40 MPH, REALIZED THE VAN HAD A WEIRD ODD STEERING PROBLEM SWERVING TO LEFT AND THEN TO THE RIGHT. I MADE IT HOME THEN LOOKED TOWARDS THE BACK REAR AXLE I SEEN A REAL LARGE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VAN BACK SIDE WAS SITTING REALLY LOW LIKE THE AXLE WAS ABOUT TO COMPLETELY CRACK....

Jun 8, 2014 Suspension 180,000 mi

WE TOOK A TRIP TO CHATTANOOGA FOR THE WEEKEND. WHILE THERE WE WERE GOING TO DO SOME SHOPPING AND WE TURNED A CORNER AND THE WHEEL FLEW OFF. MY HUSBAND PAID FOR THE TOW AND OUR INSURANCE REIMBURSED HIM, AND MY HUSBAND PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. WE HAD NO IDEA THAT THIS VEHICLE HAS RECALLS. VERY SCARY!! *...

Jun 8, 2014 Suspension 180,000 mi

WE TOOK A TRIP TO CHATTANOOGA FOR THE WEEKEND. WHILE THERE WE WERE GOING TO DO SOME SHOPPING AND WE TURNED A CORNER AND THE WHEEL FLEW OFF. MY HUSBAND PAID FOR THE TOW AND OUR INSURANCE REIMBURSED HIM, AND MY HUSBAND PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. WE HAD NO IDEA THAT THIS VEHICLE HAS RECALLS. VERY SCARY!! *...

Jun 3, 2014 Suspension

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 3, 2014 Steering

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 3, 2014 Structure

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 3, 2014 Suspension

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 3, 2014 Steering

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 3, 2014 Structure

DRIVING ALONG WHEN RIGHT FRONT STARTED TO VEER RIGHT AND WOBBLE. THESE MODELS ARE NOT SAFE. FORD IS AWARE OF THIS YET, WILL NOT HONOR A RECALL WHICH AFFECTS THESE MODELS. ALTHOUGH THERE IS A CORROSION SUB FRAME BREAK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR'S AND THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPENED( MECHANIC WILL TESTIFY) T...

Jun 2, 2014 Structure 100,000 mi

THE LANCASTER FORD DEALER PERFORMED A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE IN A SATISFACTORY MANNER. HOWEVER THE LEFT SIDE ROCKER PANEL WAS RUSTED BUT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE IT. NOW IT IS COMPLETELY GONE. I AM WRITING TO SEE IF FORD REPLACED THE ROCKER PANELS ALSO. *TR

Jun 2, 2014 Structure 100,000 mi

THE LANCASTER FORD DEALER PERFORMED A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE SUBFRAME RUST ISSUE IN A SATISFACTORY MANNER. HOWEVER THE LEFT SIDE ROCKER PANEL WAS RUSTED BUT THEY DIDN'T REPLACE IT. NOW IT IS COMPLETELY GONE. I AM WRITING TO SEE IF FORD REPLACED THE ROCKER PANELS ALSO. *TR

May 25, 2014 Service Brakes

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON UNTIL I TURN THE VEHICLE OFF. THE MINUTE I TURN IT ON AND BEGIN MOVING THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. *TR

May 25, 2014 Service Brakes

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON UNTIL I TURN THE VEHICLE OFF. THE MINUTE I TURN IT ON AND BEGIN MOVING THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. *TR

Apr 25, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Apr 25, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Apr 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Apr 14, 2014 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Apr 14, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Apr 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Apr 14, 2014 Steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Apr 14, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR SPORADICALLY AND AT ANY GIVEN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WOULD SWAY ABNORMALLY WHEN BEING DRIVEN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD OFTEN SEIZE WITHOUT WARNING. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTAC...

Mar 15, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAD IT CHECKED BY A MECHANIC AND ALL SENSORS ARE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *TR

Mar 15, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY FOR THE PAST YEAR. I HAD IT CHECKED BY A MECHANIC AND ALL SENSORS ARE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. *TR

Mar 13, 2014 Suspension 150,000 mi

FORD RECALLED AND REPLACED THE REAR AXLE IN 2011 I BELIEVE. THEY DID A REPAIR ON THE FRONT AXLE ON A SEPARATE RECALL IN 2011 AS WELL. NOW THE FRONT AXLE IS RUSTING; SAME ISSUE THAT WAS HAPPENING TO THE REAR AXLE AND WHAT WAS SOMEWHAT REPAIRED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. IF THE REAR AXLE WAS RECA...

Mar 13, 2014 Suspension 150,000 mi

FORD RECALLED AND REPLACED THE REAR AXLE IN 2011 I BELIEVE. THEY DID A REPAIR ON THE FRONT AXLE ON A SEPARATE RECALL IN 2011 AS WELL. NOW THE FRONT AXLE IS RUSTING; SAME ISSUE THAT WAS HAPPENING TO THE REAR AXLE AND WHAT WAS SOMEWHAT REPAIRED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. IF THE REAR AXLE WAS RECA...

Feb 26, 2014 Steering 106,000 mi

THE 1999 FORD WINDSTARS FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM AND SUB FRAME (CHASSIS) MAJOR CORROSION-RELATED FRACTURES. FAILURE RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF STEERING. IN ITS REPORT TO THE N.H.T.S.A. FORD SAID IT DID NOT CONCLUDE THAT THE LOW RATE OF REPORTED INCIDENTS INVOLVING THE CONTROL ARM INDICATED A GREATER...

Feb 26, 2014 Steering 106,000 mi

THE 1999 FORD WINDSTARS FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM AND SUB FRAME (CHASSIS) MAJOR CORROSION-RELATED FRACTURES. FAILURE RESULTED IN THE LOSS OF STEERING. IN ITS REPORT TO THE N.H.T.S.A. FORD SAID IT DID NOT CONCLUDE THAT THE LOW RATE OF REPORTED INCIDENTS INVOLVING THE CONTROL ARM INDICATED A GREATER...

Feb 17, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Feb 17, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Feb 17, 2014 Electrical System Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Feb 17, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Feb 17, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Feb 17, 2014 Electrical System Crash 202,108 mi

MY BATTERY HAS BEEN DYING DUE TO BAD SENSORS, WHEN I DID GET IT STARTED IT BECAME STUCK HIGH REVVING ,THE CAR ACCELERATED AND SMASHED INTO THE CURB IN FRONT OF ME, AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK SO EVEN WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO PUT IN REVERSE THE CAR WENT FLYING INTO THE CURB BEHIND ME, I FI...

Jan 22, 2014 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR END AXLE BECAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FIR REPAIRS OR DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000. *TR

Jan 22, 2014 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR END AXLE BECAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FIR REPAIRS OR DIAGNOSIS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Electrical System 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Electrical System 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Exterior Lighting 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 17, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 6, 2014 Power Train 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A LOUD PITCH SOUND AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. THE CONTACT MERGED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD COLLAPSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Jan 6, 2014 Power Train 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A LOUD PITCH SOUND AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. THE CONTACT MERGED OVER AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD COLLAPSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Dec 31, 2013 Service Brakes Fire 195,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT AND SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I IMMEDIATELY SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AND RAISED THE HOOD. I AM FAMILIAR WITH AUTOMOBILES AND DETERMINED THAT IT WAS NOT OIL OR COOLANT SMOKE BUT AN ELECTRICAL BURN IN THE MAKING. I RAPIDLY DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY AND CALLED FOR A ...

Dec 31, 2013 Service Brakes Fire 195,000 mi

WE WERE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT AND SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I IMMEDIATELY SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AND RAISED THE HOOD. I AM FAMILIAR WITH AUTOMOBILES AND DETERMINED THAT IT WAS NOT OIL OR COOLANT SMOKE BUT AN ELECTRICAL BURN IN THE MAKING. I RAPIDLY DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY AND CALLED FOR A ...

Dec 20, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT RANDOMLY COMES ON AND WILL STAY ON UNTIL CAR IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Dec 20, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT RANDOMLY COMES ON AND WILL STAY ON UNTIL CAR IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Dec 4, 2013 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT TURNED ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN FOR REPAIR AND I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED. *TR

Dec 4, 2013 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT TURNED ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN FOR REPAIR AND I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED. *TR

Nov 22, 2013 Structure 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Service Brakes 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Electrical System 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON, HAS BEEN ON FOR THE PAST 4-5 YEARS THAT I AM AWARE OF. MY MECHANIC IS HAVING A HARD TIME TRACKING THE PROBLEM DOWN. THE ENGINE SEIZED, DESPITE REGULAR MAINT, REQUIRING A REBUILT ENGINE FROM FORD. *TR

Nov 22, 2013 Structure 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Service Brakes 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Electrical System 230,000 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON AND THERE IS NO ABS FUNCTION ON ICE. BRAKES FUNCTION OKAY OTHERWISE. THE LOSS OF THE ABS FEATURE IS TROUBLING AS I HAVE TO DRIVE ON THE INTERSTATE AS WELL AS RURAL ROADS WHICH DON'T GET CLEARED QUICKLY IN THE WINTER. LOCAL FORD SERVICE WRITER INDICATED APPROXIMATELY $9...

Nov 22, 2013 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON, HAS BEEN ON FOR THE PAST 4-5 YEARS THAT I AM AWARE OF. MY MECHANIC IS HAVING A HARD TIME TRACKING THE PROBLEM DOWN. THE ENGINE SEIZED, DESPITE REGULAR MAINT, REQUIRING A REBUILT ENGINE FROM FORD. *TR

Nov 15, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 15, 2013 Service Brakes 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 15, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 15, 2013 Service Brakes 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 15, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 119,380 mi

MY 19YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS TRAVELING TO NEW JERSEY FROM INDIANA ON RT.70. WHEN USING THE CRUISE CONTROL ATTEMPTED TO EXIT FOR A REST STOP WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BREAK THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT DISENGAGE. SHE HAD COMMITTED TO THE EXIT RAMP THANK GOD SHE WAS ABLE TO MOVE BACK O...

Nov 4, 2013 Electrical System 90,000 mi

GAUGES RANDOMLY START SWINGING ALL OVER THE PLACE. TACHOMETER JAMMED INTO PARKING INDICATOR AND BOTH THE TACHOMETER AND PARKING NEEDLES ARE NOW BROKEN OFF. IT IS HARD TO TELL WHAT GEAR THE VAN IS IN WITHOUT COUNTING THE CLICKS. I AM GOING TO HAVE THE GAUGE CLUSTER REBUILT. I WILL DO THE REMOVAL A...

Nov 4, 2013 Electrical System 90,000 mi

GAUGES RANDOMLY START SWINGING ALL OVER THE PLACE. TACHOMETER JAMMED INTO PARKING INDICATOR AND BOTH THE TACHOMETER AND PARKING NEEDLES ARE NOW BROKEN OFF. IT IS HARD TO TELL WHAT GEAR THE VAN IS IN WITHOUT COUNTING THE CLICKS. I AM GOING TO HAVE THE GAUGE CLUSTER REBUILT. I WILL DO THE REMOVAL A...

Oct 24, 2013 Service Brakes

BRAKE PEDAL LOW, I SEE BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM SWITCH AT MASTER CYLINDER. MY WIFE DRIVE THE VAN ITS NOT SAFE. FORD SHOULD HAVE A RECALL . *TR

Oct 24, 2013 Service Brakes

BRAKE PEDAL LOW, I SEE BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM SWITCH AT MASTER CYLINDER. MY WIFE DRIVE THE VAN ITS NOT SAFE. FORD SHOULD HAVE A RECALL . *TR

Oct 3, 2013 Suspension 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FRAME AND DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE REAR TIRE WHEN THE JACK PENETRATED THE FRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA C...

Oct 3, 2013 Structure 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FRAME AND DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE REAR TIRE WHEN THE JACK PENETRATED THE FRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA C...

Oct 3, 2013 Suspension 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FRAME AND DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE REAR TIRE WHEN THE JACK PENETRATED THE FRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA C...

Oct 3, 2013 Structure 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FRAME AND DRIVER'S SIDE SUSPENSION WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE REAR TIRE WHEN THE JACK PENETRATED THE FRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA C...

Sep 19, 2013 Electrical System Fire 168,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR WAS SMOKING. THE CONTACT ASSUMED THAT HE DOOR WAS SMOKING DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Sep 19, 2013 Electrical System Fire 168,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR WAS SMOKING. THE CONTACT ASSUMED THAT HE DOOR WAS SMOKING DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS N...

Sep 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REDUCE SPEED BY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CONTACT STATED HE BEGAN TO SMELL A BURNING ODOR AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO BRAKE IMMEDIATELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED NOR WAS THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUF...

Sep 12, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REDUCE SPEED BY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CONTACT STATED HE BEGAN TO SMELL A BURNING ODOR AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO BRAKE IMMEDIATELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED NOR WAS THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUF...

Aug 24, 2013 Electrical System 1,500,000 mi

ALL THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGIN ERRATIC BEHAVIOR. THEY CLICK BACK AND FORTH INDEPENDENTLY. SOMETIMES THEY ALL JUST STOP WORKING, AND SOMETIMES THEY ALL JUMP BACK AND FORTH, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. *TR

Aug 24, 2013 Electrical System 1,500,000 mi

ALL THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGIN ERRATIC BEHAVIOR. THEY CLICK BACK AND FORTH INDEPENDENTLY. SOMETIMES THEY ALL JUST STOP WORKING, AND SOMETIMES THEY ALL JUMP BACK AND FORTH, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. *TR

Aug 8, 2013 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED SEVERAL TIMES AND WE WERE TOLD THEY ARE FINE. HOWEVER, THE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. THIS WOULD MAKE ANY DRIVER NERVOUS TO CONSTANTLY WORRY IF THERE IS A BRAKE ISSUE ESPECIALLY WITH THE FAMILY WITH YOU. ALSO, TH...

Aug 8, 2013 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED SEVERAL TIMES AND WE WERE TOLD THEY ARE FINE. HOWEVER, THE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. THIS WOULD MAKE ANY DRIVER NERVOUS TO CONSTANTLY WORRY IF THERE IS A BRAKE ISSUE ESPECIALLY WITH THE FAMILY WITH YOU. ALSO, TH...

Aug 7, 2013 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS FAILING, THAT IT WOULD WORK SOMETIMES AND SOMETIMES NOT, UNTIL COMPLETE FAILURE. ALSO TOLD ME IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE EVEN IF THE ABS SYSTEM DID NOT FUNCTION. I HAD THE FUNDS TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS, THE FORD DEAL...

Aug 7, 2013 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

PROBLEM FIRST OCCURRED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SNOW STORM. ABS LIGHT WOULD RANDOMLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH THE CODE C1185. PROBLEMS MOSTLY OCCUR IN COLD WEATHER. COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS IF THE UNIT STOPPED WORKING WHILE STOPPING ON A SLIPPERY ROAD. *TR

Aug 7, 2013 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS FAILING, THAT IT WOULD WORK SOMETIMES AND SOMETIMES NOT, UNTIL COMPLETE FAILURE. ALSO TOLD ME IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE EVEN IF THE ABS SYSTEM DID NOT FUNCTION. I HAD THE FUNDS TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS, THE FORD DEAL...

Aug 7, 2013 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

PROBLEM FIRST OCCURRED IN THE MIDDLE OF A SNOW STORM. ABS LIGHT WOULD RANDOMLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING WITH THE CODE C1185. PROBLEMS MOSTLY OCCUR IN COLD WEATHER. COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS IF THE UNIT STOPPED WORKING WHILE STOPPING ON A SLIPPERY ROAD. *TR

Aug 6, 2013 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT WENT ON AFTER OPERATING THE WINDSTAR FOR APPROXIMATELY A MILE. SINCE I NEW I COULD CONTINUE TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE SAFELY, I COMPLETED MY ERRANDS AND RETURNED HOME. WHEN I ARRIVED HOME I FELT EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE AND UPON INSPECTION FOUND THAT THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE WAS...

Aug 6, 2013 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT WENT ON AFTER OPERATING THE WINDSTAR FOR APPROXIMATELY A MILE. SINCE I NEW I COULD CONTINUE TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE SAFELY, I COMPLETED MY ERRANDS AND RETURNED HOME. WHEN I ARRIVED HOME I FELT EXCESSIVE HEAT FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE AND UPON INSPECTION FOUND THAT THE RIGHT FRONT BRAKE WAS...

Aug 5, 2013 Service Brakes 93,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON, DON'T KNOW IF BRAKES ARE WORKING PROPERLY. *TR

Aug 5, 2013 Service Brakes 93,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON, DON'T KNOW IF BRAKES ARE WORKING PROPERLY. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Electrical System 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Electrical System 150,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC FAILURE LIGHTS COME ON, WINDOWS WON'T GO UP AND DOWN, CRUISE CONTROL CUTS IN AND OUT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CRUISE IS ON. FORD REFUSES TO DEAL WITH THIS SITUATION AND STAND BY THEIR PRODUCT. *TR

Jul 27, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT IS ON, CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY, THREE OF THE WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY. POWER LOCKS STOPPED WORKING ALSO. *TR

Jul 27, 2013 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT IS ON, CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY, THREE OF THE WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY. POWER LOCKS STOPPED WORKING ALSO. *TR

Jul 27, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT IS ON, CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY, THREE OF THE WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY. POWER LOCKS STOPPED WORKING ALSO. *TR

Jul 27, 2013 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT IS ON, CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY, THREE OF THE WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING SUDDENLY. POWER LOCKS STOPPED WORKING ALSO. *TR

Jul 15, 2013 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON FOR YEARS. FORD TECH COULD NOT FIX, AND HAS CLEARED THE FOLLOWING CODES ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS - ALL RELATED TO THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: C1185, C1194, C1198, C1210, C1214, C1242, C1246, C1250, C1254. *TR

Jul 15, 2013 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON FOR YEARS. FORD TECH COULD NOT FIX, AND HAS CLEARED THE FOLLOWING CODES ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS - ALL RELATED TO THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM: C1185, C1194, C1198, C1210, C1214, C1242, C1246, C1250, C1254. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON CONSTANTLY. THIS INDICATES THAT THE ABS BRAKES ARE NOT WORKING AT ALL AND IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON CONSTANTLY. THIS INDICATES THAT THE ABS BRAKES ARE NOT WORKING AT ALL AND IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE. *TR

Jun 28, 2013 Service Brakes 157,225 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON. AND NOW IT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME. *TR

Jun 28, 2013 Service Brakes 157,225 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON. AND NOW IT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME. *TR

Jun 2, 2013 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE BRAKES MAKE A LOUD NOISE (SOUNDS LIKE AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE)WHEN STOPPING. I CHECKED THE PADS AND ROTORS AND THEY APPEAR FINE. I HAVE BLEED THE BRAKES TO TRY TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE BUT IT DIDN'T HELP. NOT SURE OF THE ORIGINAL INCIDENT DATE AS I BOUGHT THE VAN USED A FEW MO...

Jun 2, 2013 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE BRAKES MAKE A LOUD NOISE (SOUNDS LIKE AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE)WHEN STOPPING. I CHECKED THE PADS AND ROTORS AND THEY APPEAR FINE. I HAVE BLEED THE BRAKES TO TRY TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE BUT IT DIDN'T HELP. NOT SURE OF THE ORIGINAL INCIDENT DATE AS I BOUGHT THE VAN USED A FEW MO...

May 21, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAILED AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. WE THINK THE ABS IS INOPERABLE. *TR

May 21, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

ABS POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAILED AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. WE THINK THE ABS IS INOPERABLE. *TR

May 21, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAILED AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. WE THINK THE ABS IS INOPERABLE. *TR

May 21, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

ABS POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAILED AND MY ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. WE THINK THE ABS IS INOPERABLE. *TR

May 15, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN USED AND WAS DRIVING HOME AFTER PURCHASING IT THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON STAYS ON CAN NOT SEEM TO FIGURE OUT WHY. *TR

May 15, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN USED AND WAS DRIVING HOME AFTER PURCHASING IT THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON STAYS ON CAN NOT SEEM TO FIGURE OUT WHY. *TR

May 8, 2013 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE FRAME FRACTURED ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FRAME WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS A RECALL UN...

May 8, 2013 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE FRAME FRACTURED ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FRAME WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS A RECALL UN...

May 1, 2013 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

May 1, 2013 Power Train 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

May 1, 2013 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

May 1, 2013 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

May 1, 2013 Power Train 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

May 1, 2013 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A TIRE REPLACEMENT WHEN THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTS...

Apr 30, 2013 Steering 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 30, 2013 Suspension 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 30, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 30, 2013 Steering 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 30, 2013 Suspension 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 30, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

THE ENGINE CARRIAGE IS RUSTED OUT, AND THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED DUE TO RUST. THE MAIN ARM OF THE BALL JOINT IS COMPLETELY PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME BECAUSE OF THE RUST. I CONTACTED BAAB FORD IN REED CITY MICHIGAN, BECAUSE I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC I TOOK IT TO ORIGINALLY THAT THIS WAS A RECALLED P...

Apr 25, 2013 Engine 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE ...

Apr 25, 2013 Engine 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ENGINE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE ...

Apr 23, 2013 Suspension 132,811 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION) AND AFTER THE REMEDY REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY DRIFT OUT OF THE INITIAL LANE WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. TH...

Apr 23, 2013 Suspension 132,811 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION) AND AFTER THE REMEDY REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY DRIFT OUT OF THE INITIAL LANE WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. TH...

Feb 25, 2013 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

Feb 25, 2013 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

Feb 22, 2013 Service Brakes

I HAVE BEEN HAVING THIS PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 7 MONTHS. THE ABS LIGHT COMES AFTER 2 MINUTES OF DRIVING AND IT STAYS ON TILL I SHUT OFF THE ENGINE. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO MECHANIC TO SEE IF ITS SOMETHING SIMPLE BUT REPLACEMENT WOULD COST TOO MUCH. SO FAR I HAVE BEEN DRIVING IT. WHETHER OR NO ITS SAFE-DON'T K...

Feb 22, 2013 Service Brakes

I HAVE BEEN HAVING THIS PROBLEM FOR ABOUT 7 MONTHS. THE ABS LIGHT COMES AFTER 2 MINUTES OF DRIVING AND IT STAYS ON TILL I SHUT OFF THE ENGINE. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO MECHANIC TO SEE IF ITS SOMETHING SIMPLE BUT REPLACEMENT WOULD COST TOO MUCH. SO FAR I HAVE BEEN DRIVING IT. WHETHER OR NO ITS SAFE-DON'T K...

Feb 12, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000. THE VIN WAS U...

Feb 12, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000. THE VIN WAS U...

Feb 1, 2013 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. *TR

Feb 1, 2013 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. *TR

Jan 4, 2013 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. FORD DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS BAD, AND REPLACEMENT WOULD COST $1250, HOWEVER, I WOULD BE SAFE DRIVING IT WITHOUT THE REPAIR. THE REGULAR BRAKES WOULD STILL FUNCTION CORRECTLY, I JUST WOULD NOT HAVE THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. BEC...

Jan 4, 2013 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. FORD DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS BAD, AND REPLACEMENT WOULD COST $1250, HOWEVER, I WOULD BE SAFE DRIVING IT WITHOUT THE REPAIR. THE REGULAR BRAKES WOULD STILL FUNCTION CORRECTLY, I JUST WOULD NOT HAVE THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. BEC...

Dec 13, 2012 Structure 173,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME CRACKED DUE TO CORROSION. THIS HAPPENED IN THE FRONT END, INCLUDING A BRACE THAT HOLDS THE ENGINE. THIS WINDSTAR WAS PURCHASED IN UPSTATE NEW YORK, AND WAS DRIVEN THERE FROM 1999-2006. *TR

Dec 13, 2012 Structure 173,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME CRACKED DUE TO CORROSION. THIS HAPPENED IN THE FRONT END, INCLUDING A BRACE THAT HOLDS THE ENGINE. THIS WINDSTAR WAS PURCHASED IN UPSTATE NEW YORK, AND WAS DRIVEN THERE FROM 1999-2006. *TR

Dec 10, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS BEEN ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR A VERY LONG TIME SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VAN FORD NEED TO FIX THESE. *TR

Dec 10, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS BEEN ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR A VERY LONG TIME SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VAN FORD NEED TO FIX THESE. *TR

Dec 10, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS BEEN ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR A VERY LONG TIME SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VAN FORD NEED TO FIX THESE. *TR

Dec 10, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS BEEN ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR A VERY LONG TIME SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VAN FORD NEED TO FIX THESE. *TR

Nov 30, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN AND I TRIED TO STOP AND COULD NOT STOP AND HIT THE BACK OF ANOTHER CAR HAD FEET ALL THE WAY DOWN ON BRAKE AND VAN WOULD NOT STOP!! I WAS TERRIFIED AND MY 10 YEAR OLD LIL GIRL IS TRAUMATIZED!!!! *TR

Nov 30, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 150,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN AND I TRIED TO STOP AND COULD NOT STOP AND HIT THE BACK OF ANOTHER CAR HAD FEET ALL THE WAY DOWN ON BRAKE AND VAN WOULD NOT STOP!! I WAS TERRIFIED AND MY 10 YEAR OLD LIL GIRL IS TRAUMATIZED!!!! *TR

Nov 29, 2012 Structure 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE; HOWEVER, AFTER IT WAS INSPECTED THEY NOTICED THE SUB FRAME WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Nov 29, 2012 Structure 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE; HOWEVER, AFTER IT WAS INSPECTED THEY NOTICED THE SUB FRAME WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTI...

Nov 26, 2012 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE OR A DEFECT PRIOR TO THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ONE YEAR ...

Nov 26, 2012 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE OR A DEFECT PRIOR TO THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ONE YEAR ...

Nov 16, 2012 Power Train Fire 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE OVER DRIVE OFF WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND BEGAN FLASHING. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED ...

Nov 16, 2012 Power Train Fire 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE OVER DRIVE OFF WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND BEGAN FLASHING. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED ...

Oct 26, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHTS COMES ON AFTER THE SPEED OF THE CAR GOES ABOVE 5-10MPH. *TR

Oct 26, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

STARTING ABOUT A YEAR AGO, THE SPEEDOMETER, RPM METER SWINGS AROUND. ODOMETER LIGHT DOESN'T COME ON WHEN YOU START THE CAR AND LITTLE WHILE LATER ODOMETER LIGHT COMES ON. FUEL GUAGE ALSO SHOWS INCORRECT AMOUNT OF FUEL. I THINK THE WHOLE ODOMETER CONTROL PANEL IS NON-FUNCTIONAL. *TR

Oct 26, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHTS COMES ON AFTER THE SPEED OF THE CAR GOES ABOVE 5-10MPH. *TR

Oct 26, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

STARTING ABOUT A YEAR AGO, THE SPEEDOMETER, RPM METER SWINGS AROUND. ODOMETER LIGHT DOESN'T COME ON WHEN YOU START THE CAR AND LITTLE WHILE LATER ODOMETER LIGHT COMES ON. FUEL GUAGE ALSO SHOWS INCORRECT AMOUNT OF FUEL. I THINK THE WHOLE ODOMETER CONTROL PANEL IS NON-FUNCTIONAL. *TR

Oct 23, 2012 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND PR...

Oct 23, 2012 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND PR...

Oct 18, 2012 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS VAN FOR A LITTLE BIT MORE THAN A YEAR NOW. AFTER PURCHASING IT I BROUGHT IT TO THE CLOSEST DEALERSHIP AND HAD SEVERAL RECALL ISSUES ATTENDED TO, SUPPOSEDLY AT LEAST. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD MANY ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE, RANGING FROM ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS TO NEUTRAL SWITCHES TO TIE R...

Oct 18, 2012 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

I HAVE HAD THIS VAN FOR A LITTLE BIT MORE THAN A YEAR NOW. AFTER PURCHASING IT I BROUGHT IT TO THE CLOSEST DEALERSHIP AND HAD SEVERAL RECALL ISSUES ATTENDED TO, SUPPOSEDLY AT LEAST. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE HAD MANY ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE, RANGING FROM ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS TO NEUTRAL SWITCHES TO TIE R...

Oct 10, 2012 Electrical System 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 10, 2012 Seats 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 10, 2012 Service Brakes 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 10, 2012 Electrical System 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 10, 2012 Seats 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 10, 2012 Service Brakes 250,000 mi

AFTER PURCHASING VAN, NOT EVEN ONE MONTH LATER ALL LIGHTS STARTED TO TURN ON ENGINE, ABS NOW N AND ITS A REAR LIGHT ON GAUGE PANEL ALSO WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRYING TO GET DECENT PRICE FOR THE FREEZE PLUG WHICH ALSO NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THERE IS A LEAK OF COOLANT FROM THE BOTTOM OF VAN....

Oct 4, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE I BOUGHT THIS CAR AND NOW I AM HEARING ABOUT MANY OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. IS IT DANGEROUS? *TR

Oct 4, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE I BOUGHT THIS CAR AND NOW I AM HEARING ABOUT MANY OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. IS IT DANGEROUS? *TR

Sep 25, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT PERIODICALLY COMES ON. THE BRAKES, FOR NO REASON, OCCASIONALLY SEEM TO GO INTO ABS MODE (AND SEEMS UNRELATED TO THE LIGHT BEING ON OR OFF). THE BRAKES GET SOFTER AND SEEM TO PUMP. I'VE EXPERIENCED REAL ABS WORKING WHEN BRAKING IN NORTH EAST ICE AND SNOW. I'M NOW DRIVING IN THE SOUT...

Sep 25, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT PERIODICALLY COMES ON. THE BRAKES, FOR NO REASON, OCCASIONALLY SEEM TO GO INTO ABS MODE (AND SEEMS UNRELATED TO THE LIGHT BEING ON OR OFF). THE BRAKES GET SOFTER AND SEEM TO PUMP. I'VE EXPERIENCED REAL ABS WORKING WHEN BRAKING IN NORTH EAST ICE AND SNOW. I'M NOW DRIVING IN THE SOUT...

Sep 24, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD BEGAN GLOWING. *TR

Sep 24, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD BEGAN GLOWING. *TR

Sep 21, 2012 Service Brakes 92,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES AFTER STARTING. WHEN CAR SHUT OFF & RESTARTED ABS LIGHT IS OFF AND THEN GOES BACK ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES. *TR

Sep 21, 2012 Service Brakes 92,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES AFTER STARTING. WHEN CAR SHUT OFF & RESTARTED ABS LIGHT IS OFF AND THEN GOES BACK ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES. *TR

Sep 13, 2012 Power Train Fire 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN. AT FIRST THE LIGHTS BEEP UP FOR ENGINE AND THEN O/D AND THEN IT STOPS. THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AND IT LOOK LIKE IT BURNS. AFTER THAT VEHICLE START BUT NOT TACKING GEAR. I FOUND OUT THAT TRANSMISSION WENT BAD. *TR

Sep 13, 2012 Engine Fire 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN. AT FIRST THE LIGHTS BEEP UP FOR ENGINE AND THEN O/D AND THEN IT STOPS. THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AND IT LOOK LIKE IT BURNS. AFTER THAT VEHICLE START BUT NOT TACKING GEAR. I FOUND OUT THAT TRANSMISSION WENT BAD. *TR

Sep 13, 2012 Power Train Fire 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN. AT FIRST THE LIGHTS BEEP UP FOR ENGINE AND THEN O/D AND THEN IT STOPS. THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AND IT LOOK LIKE IT BURNS. AFTER THAT VEHICLE START BUT NOT TACKING GEAR. I FOUND OUT THAT TRANSMISSION WENT BAD. *TR

Sep 13, 2012 Engine Fire 108,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VAN. AT FIRST THE LIGHTS BEEP UP FOR ENGINE AND THEN O/D AND THEN IT STOPS. THERE WAS A LOT OF SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE AND IT LOOK LIKE IT BURNS. AFTER THAT VEHICLE START BUT NOT TACKING GEAR. I FOUND OUT THAT TRANSMISSION WENT BAD. *TR

Sep 4, 2012 Power Train 115,000 mi

ACCELERATING FROM A STOPLIGHT TRANSMISSION LETS GO. REVERSE WAS THE ONLY GEAR THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE IN. I HAD TO BACKUP OFF THE FREEWAY TO THE NEAREST PARKING LOT. MY WIFE JUST BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE LAST MONTH FOR WORK BECAUSE IT HAD LOW MILES. NOW IT WILL COST US MORE TO FIX IT ($2500) THAN THE...

Sep 4, 2012 Power Train 115,000 mi

ACCELERATING FROM A STOPLIGHT TRANSMISSION LETS GO. REVERSE WAS THE ONLY GEAR THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE IN. I HAD TO BACKUP OFF THE FREEWAY TO THE NEAREST PARKING LOT. MY WIFE JUST BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE LAST MONTH FOR WORK BECAUSE IT HAD LOW MILES. NOW IT WILL COST US MORE TO FIX IT ($2500) THAN THE...

Sep 2, 2012 Service Brakes 192,507 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER ENGINE WARM-UP AND REMAINS ON. AFTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS COOLED, LIGHT IS OFF AT RESTART. IT WILL THEN COME ON AGAIN AFTER ENGINE WARMUP. SPEED CONTROL IS INTERMITTENTLY INOP. *TR

Sep 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 192,507 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER ENGINE WARM-UP AND REMAINS ON. AFTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS COOLED, LIGHT IS OFF AT RESTART. IT WILL THEN COME ON AGAIN AFTER ENGINE WARMUP. SPEED CONTROL IS INTERMITTENTLY INOP. *TR

Sep 2, 2012 Service Brakes 192,507 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER ENGINE WARM-UP AND REMAINS ON. AFTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS COOLED, LIGHT IS OFF AT RESTART. IT WILL THEN COME ON AGAIN AFTER ENGINE WARMUP. SPEED CONTROL IS INTERMITTENTLY INOP. *TR

Sep 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 192,507 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER ENGINE WARM-UP AND REMAINS ON. AFTER ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS COOLED, LIGHT IS OFF AT RESTART. IT WILL THEN COME ON AGAIN AFTER ENGINE WARMUP. SPEED CONTROL IS INTERMITTENTLY INOP. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED A FEW MONTHS AFTER A RECALL WAS COMPLIED BY FORD. THE RECALL CONSIST OF REPLACING A BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, CRUISE CONTROL PART, AND ABS MODULE. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED A FEW MONTHS AFTER A RECALL WAS COMPLIED BY FORD. THE RECALL CONSIST OF REPLACING A BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, CRUISE CONTROL PART, AND ABS MODULE. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 200,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED A FEW MONTHS AFTER A RECALL WAS COMPLIED BY FORD. THE RECALL CONSIST OF REPLACING A BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, CRUISE CONTROL PART, AND ABS MODULE. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED A FEW MONTHS AFTER A RECALL WAS COMPLIED BY FORD. THE RECALL CONSIST OF REPLACING A BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, CRUISE CONTROL PART, AND ABS MODULE. *TR

Aug 26, 2012 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, IF IT COMES ON, IT WILL SOMETIMES GO OFF DURING THE TRIP. SOMETIMES DOESN'T COME ON EXCEPT DURING START UP. *TR

Aug 26, 2012 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, IF IT COMES ON, IT WILL SOMETIMES GO OFF DURING THE TRIP. SOMETIMES DOESN'T COME ON EXCEPT DURING START UP. *TR

Aug 24, 2012 Power Train 106,653 mi

IN MARCH, 2007, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DIED AT 106,653 MILES. I PAID $2,985.91 TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN LEBANON, OREGON. IN MAY OF 2012, AT 174,000 MILES, I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN. THE FIRST REPAIR SH...

Aug 24, 2012 Electrical System 106,653 mi

IN MARCH, 2007, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DIED AT 106,653 MILES. I PAID $2,985.91 TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN LEBANON, OREGON. IN MAY OF 2012, AT 174,000 MILES, I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN. THE FIRST REPAIR SH...

Aug 24, 2012 Power Train 106,653 mi

IN MARCH, 2007, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DIED AT 106,653 MILES. I PAID $2,985.91 TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN LEBANON, OREGON. IN MAY OF 2012, AT 174,000 MILES, I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN. THE FIRST REPAIR SH...

Aug 24, 2012 Electrical System 106,653 mi

IN MARCH, 2007, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DIED AT 106,653 MILES. I PAID $2,985.91 TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP IN LEBANON, OREGON. IN MAY OF 2012, AT 174,000 MILES, I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN. THE FIRST REPAIR SH...

Aug 21, 2012 Steering 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 21, 2012 Engine 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 21, 2012 Structure 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 21, 2012 Steering 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 21, 2012 Engine 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 21, 2012 Structure 106,000 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF IL. WHEN I WAS DRIVING, FRONT SUBFRAME FALLING OFF AND SOME COMPONENTS WERE TOUCHING THE GROUND DUE TO SEVERE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND GEAR CONTROL ON A MULTIPLE LANE ROAD. FORD HAS NEVER SENT ANY NOTICE TO ME REGARDING ANY RECALL. THIS I...

Aug 11, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASH. *TR

Aug 11, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASH. *TR

Aug 2, 2012 Structure 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Aug 2, 2012 Steering 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Aug 2, 2012 Engine 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Aug 2, 2012 Structure 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Aug 2, 2012 Steering 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Aug 2, 2012 Engine 85,243 mi

SUBFRAME GAVE OUT, ENGINE DROPPED AND CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME.I HAD JUST EXITED A HIGHWAY GOING 55MPH. I WAS DRIVING THE TO CAR TO ATTEND A WORK RELATED EVENT EARLY EVENING. I DROVE PAST THE ENTRANCE AND PROCEEDED TO TURN AROUND ON THE ROAD. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION THE VAN LOST POWER. I...

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF ALONG WITH OVERDRIVE LIGHT. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF ALONG WITH OVERDRIVE LIGHT. *TR

Jul 17, 2012 Structure 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL. HOWEVER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED AND UNSAFE...

Jul 17, 2012 Structure 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL. HOWEVER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED AND UNSAFE...

Jul 14, 2012 Service Brakes 109,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHTS STARTS TO BLINK THEN THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. *TR

Jul 14, 2012 Service Brakes 109,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHTS STARTS TO BLINK THEN THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. *TR

Jul 11, 2012 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED CORROSION WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CONNECTED TO THE FRONT SUB-FRAME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE CRACKS IN THE FRONT SUB-FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THERE WAS A RECALL UND...

Jul 11, 2012 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED CORROSION WHERE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CONNECTED TO THE FRONT SUB-FRAME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE CRACKS IN THE FRONT SUB-FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THERE WAS A RECALL UND...

Jul 9, 2012 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

SKIMMED TO A STOP,VEHICLES ARE DANGEROUS,BRAKES TIED UP AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TOOK IT TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT ADVISED SYSTEM WAS GOOD,NOW I READ YOU GUYS ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND IT HAPPEN TO ME,PROVING ITS A DEFECT I WANT TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR A NEW FORD WINDFREE. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Wheels 200,000 mi

SKIMMED TO A STOP,VEHICLES ARE DANGEROUS,BRAKES TIED UP AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TOOK IT TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT ADVISED SYSTEM WAS GOOD,NOW I READ YOU GUYS ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND IT HAPPEN TO ME,PROVING ITS A DEFECT I WANT TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR A NEW FORD WINDFREE. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

SKIMMED TO A STOP,VEHICLES ARE DANGEROUS,BRAKES TIED UP AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TOOK IT TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT ADVISED SYSTEM WAS GOOD,NOW I READ YOU GUYS ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND IT HAPPEN TO ME,PROVING ITS A DEFECT I WANT TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR A NEW FORD WINDFREE. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Wheels 200,000 mi

SKIMMED TO A STOP,VEHICLES ARE DANGEROUS,BRAKES TIED UP AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TOOK IT TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT ADVISED SYSTEM WAS GOOD,NOW I READ YOU GUYS ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND IT HAPPEN TO ME,PROVING ITS A DEFECT I WANT TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR A NEW FORD WINDFREE. *TR

Jun 11, 2012 Power Train 119,000 mi

MY WINDSTAR SITS IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION. THE VAN ONLY HAS 119000 AND HAS BEEN ACTING UP FOR THE LAST YEAR. *TR

Jun 11, 2012 Power Train 119,000 mi

MY WINDSTAR SITS IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION. THE VAN ONLY HAS 119000 AND HAS BEEN ACTING UP FOR THE LAST YEAR. *TR

May 23, 2012 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICL...

May 23, 2012 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICL...

May 17, 2012 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). AFTER THE REPAIR, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. THE DEALER WAS MADE...

May 17, 2012 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED AND REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). AFTER THE REPAIR, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. THE DEALER WAS MADE...

Apr 9, 2012 Suspension 196,098 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND WAS TOWED TO THE AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONT...

Apr 9, 2012 Suspension 196,098 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND WAS TOWED TO THE AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONT...

Apr 3, 2012 Electrical System Fire 86,037 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED WHITE SMOKE AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AS A RESULT OF THE FIRE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE WIRING HARNESS AND THE ABS PUMP MODUL...

Apr 3, 2012 Electrical System Fire 86,037 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED WHITE SMOKE AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AS A RESULT OF THE FIRE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE WIRING HARNESS AND THE ABS PUMP MODUL...

Mar 27, 2012 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED JERKING AND SWERVING ABNORMALLY, CASUING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERD THAT THE BOLTS...

Mar 27, 2012 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED JERKING AND SWERVING ABNORMALLY, CASUING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERD THAT THE BOLTS...

Mar 26, 2012 Structure

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN SUBFRAME IS RUSTING INTO HAD TO HAVE IT WELDED TO GET HOME. *TR

Mar 26, 2012 Structure

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN SUBFRAME IS RUSTING INTO HAD TO HAVE IT WELDED TO GET HOME. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Structure 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Suspension 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Steering 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Structure 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Suspension 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Mar 18, 2012 Steering 156,219 mi

LIVED IN THE SALT BELT STATE OF PA. FRAME RUSTED OUT AND I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT.THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE VIA NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: PE10026 AND I WOULD LIKE FORD TO RECALL AND FIX THIS AT THIER COST. *TR

Feb 9, 2012 Steering 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 9, 2012 Air Bags 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 9, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 9, 2012 Steering 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 9, 2012 Air Bags 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 9, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH AND IS NOW ON CONSTANT,MY BRAKES WORK BUT NOT THE GREATEST. MY AIR BAG LIGHT WILL START TO FLASH AND THEN COME ON CONSTANT ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT USUALLY STAYS OFF BUT WILL DO THIS AT RANDOM. I HAVE HAD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHERE I HEAR A P...

Feb 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,625 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING BREAK FLUID. *KB

Feb 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,625 mi

CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING BREAK FLUID. *KB

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System Fire 160,000 mi

THE WINDSTAR WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY OUTSIDE. ENGINE COLD AND TURNED OFF. OUR SON SAW SMOKE OUTSIDE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WE RAISED THE HOOD CAREFULLY AND PUT FIRE OUT WITH FIRE EXT. AND GARDEN HOSE. FIRE WAS UNDER THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WI...

Jan 23, 2012 Electrical System Fire 160,000 mi

THE WINDSTAR WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY OUTSIDE. ENGINE COLD AND TURNED OFF. OUR SON SAW SMOKE OUTSIDE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WE RAISED THE HOOD CAREFULLY AND PUT FIRE OUT WITH FIRE EXT. AND GARDEN HOSE. FIRE WAS UNDER THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. WI...

Jan 2, 2012 Electrical System Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2012 Electrical System Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Jan 2, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 142,000 mi

I START MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH MY WIFE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MY TWO DAUGTHERS AND MY SON WHEN I SAW SMOKE COMMING TRUE THE HOOD THEN I OPEN THE HOOD AND MY SURPRISE WAS THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON FIRE I WAS SO SCARED THEN I JUST TAKE MY KIDS AND WIFE OUT OF THE VEHICL...

Dec 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 26, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 26, 2011 Electrical System 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 65,000 mi

THE ANTILOCK BRAKES LIGHT STAYS ON,AND ABS DOES NOT WORK. FORD DID RECALL RELATED TO THE BRAKES FLUID CAUSING A FIRE, NOW THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK.ABS IS A SAFETY ISSUE . THIS IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. PLEASE DON'T WAIT UNTIL MORE PEOPLE DIE. RECALL THIS SHABBY WORKMA...

Dec 18, 2011 Power Train 134,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN FOR LATEST RECALL, PICKED UP WITH CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT ON - WAS NOT ON WHEN WE DROPPED VAN OFF FOR REPAIR. TRANSMISSION FAILED SHORTLY AFTERWARD. *TR

Dec 18, 2011 Power Train 134,000 mi

TOOK VAN IN FOR LATEST RECALL, PICKED UP WITH CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT ON - WAS NOT ON WHEN WE DROPPED VAN OFF FOR REPAIR. TRANSMISSION FAILED SHORTLY AFTERWARD. *TR

Dec 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 17, 2011 Electrical System 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 17, 2011 Electrical System 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS) (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) HAS LEAKED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID. THE FLUID ACCUMULATES ON THE POWER CONNECTORS FOR THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH ARE POWERED BY FUSES 101 AND 10...

Dec 15, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

WITH THIS WINDSTAR WE NOW HAVE 170,000 MILES ON IT AND HAVE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION 4 TIMES, SOMETHING IS NOT RIGHT HERE. HAVE ALSO HAD ON GOING PROBLEMS WITH ABS LIGHT ON AND SENSORS GOING OUT FOR ABS BRAKES. HAVE REPLACED THEM SEVERAL TIMES, WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A VAN THAT IS DRIVABLE WITH NOT WAR...

Dec 15, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

WITH THIS WINDSTAR WE NOW HAVE 170,000 MILES ON IT AND HAVE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION 4 TIMES, SOMETHING IS NOT RIGHT HERE. HAVE ALSO HAD ON GOING PROBLEMS WITH ABS LIGHT ON AND SENSORS GOING OUT FOR ABS BRAKES. HAVE REPLACED THEM SEVERAL TIMES, WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A VAN THAT IS DRIVABLE WITH NOT WAR...

Dec 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, ABS LIGHT ON. WHILE AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR OTHER ISSUES, THEY CHECKED THE ABS SYSTEM, SAID A NEW ECM WOULD FIX IT... $300 PART!!!! THIS SEEMS TO BE A VERY COMMON ISSUE ON THE WINDSTARS. *TR

Dec 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, ABS LIGHT ON. WHILE AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR OTHER ISSUES, THEY CHECKED THE ABS SYSTEM, SAID A NEW ECM WOULD FIX IT... $300 PART!!!! THIS SEEMS TO BE A VERY COMMON ISSUE ON THE WINDSTARS. *TR

Dec 9, 2011 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH A CRACKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND WOULD HAVE TO...

Dec 9, 2011 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH A CRACKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND WOULD HAVE TO...

Dec 7, 2011 Structure 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING ROUTINE REPAIRS PERFORMED, SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED AND FRACTURED IN HALF. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED WHO REFERRED HER TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO DID NOT OFFER...

Dec 7, 2011 Structure 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING ROUTINE REPAIRS PERFORMED, SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED AND FRACTURED IN HALF. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED WHO REFERRED HER TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO DID NOT OFFER...

Nov 16, 2011 Suspension 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED CORROSION ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES OF THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER CONFIRMED THAT THE CONTACT'S VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Nov 16, 2011 Suspension 224,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED CORROSION ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES OF THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER CONFIRMED THAT THE CONTACT'S VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIG...

Nov 8, 2011 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. AFTER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE DEALER ADVISED HER THAT THE REAR BRACKETS ...

Nov 8, 2011 Suspension 190,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. AFTER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE DEALER ADVISED HER THAT THE REAR BRACKETS ...

Nov 2, 2011 Power Train 164,000 mi

IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000, FORD MOTOR COMPANY RECALLED 1998-2003 WINSTARS WHICH ARE CURRENTLY REGISTERED OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN 20 STATES. MY VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THIS RECALL BECAUSE IT IS NOT REGISTERED OR WAS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN ONE OF THOSE STATES. THE REASON THE RECALL SPECIFIED THES...

Nov 2, 2011 Power Train 164,000 mi

IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000, FORD MOTOR COMPANY RECALLED 1998-2003 WINSTARS WHICH ARE CURRENTLY REGISTERED OR ORIGINALLY SOLD IN 20 STATES. MY VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THIS RECALL BECAUSE IT IS NOT REGISTERED OR WAS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN ONE OF THOSE STATES. THE REASON THE RECALL SPECIFIED THES...

Oct 13, 2011 Structure 152,393 mi

THE VAN HAS HAD BOTH THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND REAR AXEL RECALL REPAIRS COMPLETED. ON PICKING UP THE VAN, IT STILL HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT AFTER PAYING FOR AN ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER ATTRIBUTED IT TO THE TIRES. ON PUTTING THE VAN IN FOR PA INSPECTION, IT DID NOT PASS DUE TO "SUBFRAME ROTTED AT REAR ...

Oct 13, 2011 Suspension 152,393 mi

THE VAN HAS HAD BOTH THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND REAR AXEL RECALL REPAIRS COMPLETED. ON PICKING UP THE VAN, IT STILL HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT AFTER PAYING FOR AN ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER ATTRIBUTED IT TO THE TIRES. ON PUTTING THE VAN IN FOR PA INSPECTION, IT DID NOT PASS DUE TO "SUBFRAME ROTTED AT REAR ...

Oct 13, 2011 Structure 152,393 mi

THE VAN HAS HAD BOTH THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND REAR AXEL RECALL REPAIRS COMPLETED. ON PICKING UP THE VAN, IT STILL HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT AFTER PAYING FOR AN ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER ATTRIBUTED IT TO THE TIRES. ON PUTTING THE VAN IN FOR PA INSPECTION, IT DID NOT PASS DUE TO "SUBFRAME ROTTED AT REAR ...

Oct 13, 2011 Suspension 152,393 mi

THE VAN HAS HAD BOTH THE FRONT SUBFRAME AND REAR AXEL RECALL REPAIRS COMPLETED. ON PICKING UP THE VAN, IT STILL HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT AFTER PAYING FOR AN ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER ATTRIBUTED IT TO THE TIRES. ON PUTTING THE VAN IN FOR PA INSPECTION, IT DID NOT PASS DUE TO "SUBFRAME ROTTED AT REAR ...

Sep 16, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, TACOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKE FLUID NUM...

Sep 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, TACOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKE FLUID NUM...

Sep 16, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, TACOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKE FLUID NUM...

Sep 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, TACOMETER AND THE FUEL GAUGE WERE INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKE FLUID NUM...

Sep 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FIRST OCCURRENCE OF THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON RESULTED IN PRODUCING DIAGNOSTIC CODES OF C1185 C1242 AND AN ABS REAR SENSOR CODE. THE ABS LIGHT WAS VERY INTERMITTENT AT FIRST BUT NOW HAS BECOME MUCH MORE FREQUENT. THE LIGHT WILL DISPLAY MORE SO ON BUMPY ROADS AND HOT DAYS. I DEPEND ON MY ABS SYSTEM BEC...

Sep 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FIRST OCCURRENCE OF THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON RESULTED IN PRODUCING DIAGNOSTIC CODES OF C1185 C1242 AND AN ABS REAR SENSOR CODE. THE ABS LIGHT WAS VERY INTERMITTENT AT FIRST BUT NOW HAS BECOME MUCH MORE FREQUENT. THE LIGHT WILL DISPLAY MORE SO ON BUMPY ROADS AND HOT DAYS. I DEPEND ON MY ABS SYSTEM BEC...

Sep 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FIRST OCCURRENCE OF THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON RESULTED IN PRODUCING DIAGNOSTIC CODES OF C1185 C1242 AND AN ABS REAR SENSOR CODE. THE ABS LIGHT WAS VERY INTERMITTENT AT FIRST BUT NOW HAS BECOME MUCH MORE FREQUENT. THE LIGHT WILL DISPLAY MORE SO ON BUMPY ROADS AND HOT DAYS. I DEPEND ON MY ABS SYSTEM BEC...

Sep 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FIRST OCCURRENCE OF THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON RESULTED IN PRODUCING DIAGNOSTIC CODES OF C1185 C1242 AND AN ABS REAR SENSOR CODE. THE ABS LIGHT WAS VERY INTERMITTENT AT FIRST BUT NOW HAS BECOME MUCH MORE FREQUENT. THE LIGHT WILL DISPLAY MORE SO ON BUMPY ROADS AND HOT DAYS. I DEPEND ON MY ABS SYSTEM BEC...

Sep 12, 2011 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE INSTALLING NEW TIRES, HE NOTICED THAT THE BRACKET WHICH HELD THE FRONT SWING ARMS...

Sep 12, 2011 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE INSTALLING NEW TIRES, HE NOTICED THAT THE BRACKET WHICH HELD THE FRONT SWING ARMS...

Sep 6, 2011 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE SUB FRAME SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE, DUE TO RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CUR...

Sep 6, 2011 Electrical System 118,201 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM: PROBLEMS INDICATED BY ON BOARD MESSAGE CENTER READS "CHECK BRAKE LAMPS", "CHECK TAIL LAMPS" CHECK HEAD LAMPS" CHECK REAR TURN LAMPS", "CHECK FRONT TURN LAMPS", NOTICED THAT INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, AUTO LOCKS WILL NOT WORK, KEY REMOTE WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK VEHICLE OR...

Sep 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,201 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM: PROBLEMS INDICATED BY ON BOARD MESSAGE CENTER READS "CHECK BRAKE LAMPS", "CHECK TAIL LAMPS" CHECK HEAD LAMPS" CHECK REAR TURN LAMPS", "CHECK FRONT TURN LAMPS", NOTICED THAT INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, AUTO LOCKS WILL NOT WORK, KEY REMOTE WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK VEHICLE OR...

Sep 6, 2011 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE SUB FRAME SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE, DUE TO RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH REPAIRS TO THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CUR...

Sep 6, 2011 Electrical System 118,201 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM: PROBLEMS INDICATED BY ON BOARD MESSAGE CENTER READS "CHECK BRAKE LAMPS", "CHECK TAIL LAMPS" CHECK HEAD LAMPS" CHECK REAR TURN LAMPS", "CHECK FRONT TURN LAMPS", NOTICED THAT INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, AUTO LOCKS WILL NOT WORK, KEY REMOTE WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK VEHICLE OR...

Sep 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,201 mi

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM: PROBLEMS INDICATED BY ON BOARD MESSAGE CENTER READS "CHECK BRAKE LAMPS", "CHECK TAIL LAMPS" CHECK HEAD LAMPS" CHECK REAR TURN LAMPS", "CHECK FRONT TURN LAMPS", NOTICED THAT INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL NOT WORK, AUTO LOCKS WILL NOT WORK, KEY REMOTE WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK VEHICLE OR...

Sep 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON WHEN CAR OPERATING TEMP OR OUTSIDE AIR TEMP IS WARM. REPORTED TO FORD ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS & THEY TELL ME IT'S MY PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THAT FORD HAS PRODUCED A FAULTY PART WHICH HAS BEEN WELL DOCUMENTED BY OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS ON FORD FORUM SITES ETC. APPARENTLY WHEN...

Sep 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS SYSTEM LIGHT COMES ON WHEN CAR OPERATING TEMP OR OUTSIDE AIR TEMP IS WARM. REPORTED TO FORD ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS & THEY TELL ME IT'S MY PROBLEM. I BELIEVE THAT FORD HAS PRODUCED A FAULTY PART WHICH HAS BEEN WELL DOCUMENTED BY OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS ON FORD FORUM SITES ETC. APPARENTLY WHEN...

Aug 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 120,006 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - ABS LIGHT- INTERMITTENT, NO APPARENT CAUSE.. REDUCED BRAKE FUNCTION. HAPPENING FOR MORE THAN 4 YEARS, BRAKES, SENSORS, MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED. STILL GET THE ABS LIGHT WITHOUT A REASON. FORD SAYS "IF THERE'S DUST IN THERE, THE LIGHT WILL COME ON.." REALLY? SO WHY DOES IT COME O...

Aug 20, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 120,006 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - ABS LIGHT- INTERMITTENT, NO APPARENT CAUSE.. REDUCED BRAKE FUNCTION. HAPPENING FOR MORE THAN 4 YEARS, BRAKES, SENSORS, MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED. STILL GET THE ABS LIGHT WITHOUT A REASON. FORD SAYS "IF THERE'S DUST IN THERE, THE LIGHT WILL COME ON.." REALLY? SO WHY DOES IT COME O...

Aug 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 147,670 mi

VEHICLE: 99 FORD WINDSTAR LX. PROBLEM: THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN TURNED ON AND OFF FROM TIME TO TIME FOR ABOUT THREE YEARS. THE LIGHT WILL BE ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE SHUT DOWN AFTER THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN RESTART. THE ABS LIGHT WILL BE TURNED ON AGAIN AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING...

Aug 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 147,670 mi

VEHICLE: 99 FORD WINDSTAR LX. PROBLEM: THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN TURNED ON AND OFF FROM TIME TO TIME FOR ABOUT THREE YEARS. THE LIGHT WILL BE ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE SHUT DOWN AFTER THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN RESTART. THE ABS LIGHT WILL BE TURNED ON AGAIN AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING...

Aug 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 147,670 mi

VEHICLE: 99 FORD WINDSTAR LX. PROBLEM: THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN TURNED ON AND OFF FROM TIME TO TIME FOR ABOUT THREE YEARS. THE LIGHT WILL BE ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE SHUT DOWN AFTER THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN RESTART. THE ABS LIGHT WILL BE TURNED ON AGAIN AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING...

Aug 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 147,670 mi

VEHICLE: 99 FORD WINDSTAR LX. PROBLEM: THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN TURNED ON AND OFF FROM TIME TO TIME FOR ABOUT THREE YEARS. THE LIGHT WILL BE ON RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN BE SHUT DOWN AFTER THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN RESTART. THE ABS LIGHT WILL BE TURNED ON AGAIN AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING...

Aug 17, 2011 Electrical System 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 17, 2011 Electrical System 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 17, 2011 Power Train 120,259 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON CONTINUOUSLY. OVERDRIVE JUMPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR AFTER DRIVING IT 30 MINUTES OR MORE. I READ THE RECALL AND SAFETY REPORT THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ON THE ABS SWITCH CONNECTED TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WHICH CAN CAUSE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE. I DIDN'T RECEIVE ANYTHING IN THE MAIL FROM FORD ...

Aug 9, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRING WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE FOR THE 1998 FORD WINDSTAR BUT WAS ADVISED THAT THE 1999 MODEL WAS NOT INCLUDED (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 01I...

Aug 9, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRING WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE FOR THE 1998 FORD WINDSTAR BUT WAS ADVISED THAT THE 1999 MODEL WAS NOT INCLUDED (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 01I...

Jul 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON EVEN AFTER RECALL FIXED BY FORD. THE BRAKING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NO PROPBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES. THE ABS ISN'T WORKING . *TR

Jul 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON EVEN AFTER RECALL FIXED BY FORD. THE BRAKING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NO PROPBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES. THE ABS ISN'T WORKING . *TR

Jul 14, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS LIGHT COMING ON AND NO CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY. *TR

Jul 14, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS LIGHT COMING ON AND NO CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTIONALITY. *TR

Jul 10, 2011 Electrical System 96,000 mi

ERRATIC BEHAVIOR OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. ALL OF THE GAUGES; E.G, THE SPEEDOMETER AND RPM GAUGES JUMP RAPIDLY FROM 0 MPH ALL THE WAY AS FAR AS IT WILL GO, THE GAS GAGE JUMPS RAPIDLY FROM EMPTY TO FULL AND BACK AGAIN, TEMP FROM COLD TO HOT ETC. THIS HAPPENS OFTEN AND THEN RESUMES NORMAL ACTIVITY A...

Jul 10, 2011 Electrical System 96,000 mi

ERRATIC BEHAVIOR OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. ALL OF THE GAUGES; E.G, THE SPEEDOMETER AND RPM GAUGES JUMP RAPIDLY FROM 0 MPH ALL THE WAY AS FAR AS IT WILL GO, THE GAS GAGE JUMPS RAPIDLY FROM EMPTY TO FULL AND BACK AGAIN, TEMP FROM COLD TO HOT ETC. THIS HAPPENS OFTEN AND THEN RESUMES NORMAL ACTIVITY A...

Jul 8, 2011 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHERE THE FRONT OF MY VAN HIT ANOTHER CAR. FRONT END DAMAGE WAS FAIRLY EXTENSIVE, IT WAS A FENDER BENDER. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS I WOULD HAVE EXPECTED. IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT ON THESE VANS? *TR

Jul 8, 2011 Structure 54,000 mi

TL* THE OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK LATER, THE CONTACT COULD HEAR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE...

Jul 8, 2011 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHERE THE FRONT OF MY VAN HIT ANOTHER CAR. FRONT END DAMAGE WAS FAIRLY EXTENSIVE, IT WAS A FENDER BENDER. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS I WOULD HAVE EXPECTED. IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT ON THESE VANS? *TR

Jul 8, 2011 Structure 54,000 mi

TL* THE OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK LATER, THE CONTACT COULD HEAR A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE...

Jul 7, 2011 Structure 75,353 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE STABILIZER BAR WAS SEPARATED FROM THE SUBFRAME. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THIS FAILURE WAS UNRELATED TO THE FAILURE ADDRESS...

Jul 7, 2011 Structure 75,353 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE STABILIZER BAR WAS SEPARATED FROM THE SUBFRAME. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THIS FAILURE WAS UNRELATED TO THE FAILURE ADDRESS...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WENT TO PICK UP FOOD AND NOTICED MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SMOKING. I PULLED OVER, LIFTED UP THE HOOD AND IT WAS ON FIRE. IT WAS PUT OUT WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. LOOKED UP ONLINE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. CALLED FORD, THEY WERE UNWILLING TO HELP US AT ALL. TOLD US WE'D HAVE TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC/AND...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT THE WARNING WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AT THE ENGINE MOTOR ROD. THE ENGINE MOTOR WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT DENIED ASSISTANCE...

Jun 30, 2011 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DECELERATING AND LOSING POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEAL HAD FAILED AND CAUSED TRANSMISSION FLUID TO LEAK WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OF THE VE...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WENT TO PICK UP FOOD AND NOTICED MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SMOKING. I PULLED OVER, LIFTED UP THE HOOD AND IT WAS ON FIRE. IT WAS PUT OUT WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. LOOKED UP ONLINE THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. CALLED FORD, THEY WERE UNWILLING TO HELP US AT ALL. TOLD US WE'D HAVE TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC/AND...

Jun 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT THE WARNING WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AT THE ENGINE MOTOR ROD. THE ENGINE MOTOR WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT DENIED ASSISTANCE...

Jun 30, 2011 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DECELERATING AND LOSING POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SEAL HAD FAILED AND CAUSED TRANSMISSION FLUID TO LEAK WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OF THE VE...

Jun 29, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE HEAD GASKET AND TRANSMISSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Jun 29, 2011 Suspension 129,000 mi

I WAS PULLING AWAY AFTER GETTING GAS IN MY WINDSTAR AND HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE, SIMILAR TO WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I IMMEDIATELY EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL IN STEERING, WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED TO ONE SIDE. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT I WAS DRIVING ONLY 5 MILES PER HOUR. THE VAN WAS EXAM...

Jun 29, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE HEAD GASKET AND TRANSMISSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. T...

Jun 29, 2011 Suspension 129,000 mi

I WAS PULLING AWAY AFTER GETTING GAS IN MY WINDSTAR AND HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE, SIMILAR TO WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. I IMMEDIATELY EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL IN STEERING, WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED TO ONE SIDE. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT I WAS DRIVING ONLY 5 MILES PER HOUR. THE VAN WAS EXAM...

Jun 27, 2011 Structure 242,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, FOR THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGJ ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRO...

Jun 27, 2011 Structure 242,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, FOR THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGJ ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRO...

Jun 22, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING HE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONTACT MENTION THAT HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE SUB FRAME ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BROKE AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFAC...

Jun 22, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING HE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONTACT MENTION THAT HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE SUB FRAME ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BROKE AS A RESULT OF CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFAC...

Jun 16, 2011 Suspension 241,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION OF ...

Jun 16, 2011 Suspension 241,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION OF ...

Jun 13, 2011 Structure 101,624 mi

1. SUB-FRAME WAS BADLY RUSTED OUT. IT BROKE WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE FRONT TIRES DISENGAGED. 2. THE ROCKER PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT IS BADLY RUSTED OUT AND IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION ANYMORE. THERE IS SOME RUST ON THE RIGHT ROCKER PANEL ALSO. ALL OF THE ...

Jun 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,624 mi

1. SUB-FRAME WAS BADLY RUSTED OUT. IT BROKE WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE FRONT TIRES DISENGAGED. 2. THE ROCKER PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT IS BADLY RUSTED OUT AND IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION ANYMORE. THERE IS SOME RUST ON THE RIGHT ROCKER PANEL ALSO. ALL OF THE ...

Jun 13, 2011 Structure 101,624 mi

1. SUB-FRAME WAS BADLY RUSTED OUT. IT BROKE WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE FRONT TIRES DISENGAGED. 2. THE ROCKER PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT IS BADLY RUSTED OUT AND IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION ANYMORE. THERE IS SOME RUST ON THE RIGHT ROCKER PANEL ALSO. ALL OF THE ...

Jun 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,624 mi

1. SUB-FRAME WAS BADLY RUSTED OUT. IT BROKE WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND THE FRONT TIRES DISENGAGED. 2. THE ROCKER PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT IS BADLY RUSTED OUT AND IT WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION ANYMORE. THERE IS SOME RUST ON THE RIGHT ROCKER PANEL ALSO. ALL OF THE ...

Jun 2, 2011 Structure 220,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN DELAWARE OHIO AT BYERS FORD AND ON THE FIRST DAY I GOT IT WHEN I WOULD PUT ON THE BREAKS THE VAN WOULD SHAKE SO BAD. AFTER A FEW MONTHS THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON THEN GO OFF. I WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THAT IS WAS JUST A SENSOR. I RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL OF THE ...

Jun 2, 2011 Structure 220,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN DELAWARE OHIO AT BYERS FORD AND ON THE FIRST DAY I GOT IT WHEN I WOULD PUT ON THE BREAKS THE VAN WOULD SHAKE SO BAD. AFTER A FEW MONTHS THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON THEN GO OFF. I WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THAT IS WAS JUST A SENSOR. I RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL OF THE ...

May 26, 2011 Suspension

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 26, 2011 Power Train

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 26, 2011 Suspension

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 26, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 26, 2011 Power Train

3 TRANSMISSIONS...MULTIPLE REPAIRS ALL OF WHICH FORD IS AWARE AND CAUSED BY FAULTY DESIGN. RECALLED FOR AXLE AND FRAME ROTTING. FORD USED EPOXY AND A BRACE TO "REPAIR". UNSAFE REPAIR! WARRANTY OFFERED IS ONLY 12 MONTHS, SO FORD ALSO AGREES IT WONT LAST. FRAME AND AXLE SHOULD LAST THE LIFE OF VE...

May 21, 2011 Structure 156,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR THE FOLLOWING RECALLS 09S09 SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION, 10S13 REAR AXLE INSPECTION AND REPAIR, AND 11S16 SUBFRAME FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING FLANGES & REAR BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS INSPECTION AND REPAIR. I DIDN'T RECEIVE NOTICE OF ANY ...

May 21, 2011 Structure 156,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR THE FOLLOWING RECALLS 09S09 SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION, 10S13 REAR AXLE INSPECTION AND REPAIR, AND 11S16 SUBFRAME FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING FLANGES & REAR BODY MOUNT ATTACHMENTS INSPECTION AND REPAIR. I DIDN'T RECEIVE NOTICE OF ANY ...

May 16, 2011 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MODULE REPLACED BY FORD DEALER TWICE. LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON.

May 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MODULE REPLACED BY FORD DEALER TWICE. LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON.

May 16, 2011 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MODULE REPLACED BY FORD DEALER TWICE. LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON.

May 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MODULE REPLACED BY FORD DEALER TWICE. LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON.

May 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

*CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING BEGINNING OF 2011, NEVER CAME BACK ON. *ABS LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. STARTED ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO; 5/2010. *SIDE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK CORRECTLY AND GET STUCK (HAVE TO MANUALLY PULL THEM UP). STARTED APPROX. 7/2010. *PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT UNLOCK FROM THE O...

May 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

*CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING BEGINNING OF 2011, NEVER CAME BACK ON. *ABS LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. STARTED ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO; 5/2010. *SIDE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK CORRECTLY AND GET STUCK (HAVE TO MANUALLY PULL THEM UP). STARTED APPROX. 7/2010. *PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT UNLOCK FROM THE O...

May 12, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

*CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING BEGINNING OF 2011, NEVER CAME BACK ON. *ABS LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. STARTED ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO; 5/2010. *SIDE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK CORRECTLY AND GET STUCK (HAVE TO MANUALLY PULL THEM UP). STARTED APPROX. 7/2010. *PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT UNLOCK FROM THE O...

May 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

*CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING BEGINNING OF 2011, NEVER CAME BACK ON. *ABS LIGHT TURNS ON/OFF INTERMITTENTLY. STARTED ABOUT 1 YEAR AGO; 5/2010. *SIDE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK CORRECTLY AND GET STUCK (HAVE TO MANUALLY PULL THEM UP). STARTED APPROX. 7/2010. *PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT UNLOCK FROM THE O...

May 11, 2011 Suspension 175,000 mi

WE OWN A FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS SOLD AND PURCHASED IN MASS. AND RECENTLY BECAME AWARE OF A SAFETY RECALL FOR AXLE FAILURE. WENT TO DEALER AND FORD WEBSITE AND WAS TOLD RECALL DID NOT INCLUDE MY VEHICLE BECAUSE I NOW RESIDE IN FLORIDA . I FEEL MY CAR SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN RECALL BECAUSE IT WAS DRIVEN...

May 11, 2011 Suspension 175,000 mi

WE OWN A FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS SOLD AND PURCHASED IN MASS. AND RECENTLY BECAME AWARE OF A SAFETY RECALL FOR AXLE FAILURE. WENT TO DEALER AND FORD WEBSITE AND WAS TOLD RECALL DID NOT INCLUDE MY VEHICLE BECAUSE I NOW RESIDE IN FLORIDA . I FEEL MY CAR SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN RECALL BECAUSE IT WAS DRIVEN...

May 10, 2011 Suspension 97,000 mi

GETTING THE RUN-A-ROUND WITH LOCAL DEALER OVER THIS RECALL BUSINESS (RECALLS 10S13, 11S16, 09S09). FIRST THREE TIMES THEY "LOST" OUR APPOINTMENT, THEN I JUST SHOWED UP WITH THE VAN SO THEY TOOK IT. DIDN'T HEAR FROM THEM FOR TWO WEEKS. THEN I CALLED AND ASKED FOR VAN BACK- HAD ONLY ONE VEHICLE. THEY ...

May 10, 2011 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE REPAIRS AND DISCONTENT WITH DEALER *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING.

May 10, 2011 Suspension 97,000 mi

GETTING THE RUN-A-ROUND WITH LOCAL DEALER OVER THIS RECALL BUSINESS (RECALLS 10S13, 11S16, 09S09). FIRST THREE TIMES THEY "LOST" OUR APPOINTMENT, THEN I JUST SHOWED UP WITH THE VAN SO THEY TOOK IT. DIDN'T HEAR FROM THEM FOR TWO WEEKS. THEN I CALLED AND ASKED FOR VAN BACK- HAD ONLY ONE VEHICLE. THEY ...

May 10, 2011 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE REPAIRS AND DISCONTENT WITH DEALER *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING.

Apr 29, 2011 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND REFERRED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHI...

Apr 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND REFERRED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHI...

Apr 29, 2011 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND REFERRED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHI...

Apr 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND REFERRED TO THE DEALER. THE VEHI...

Apr 27, 2011 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 27, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 27, 2011 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 27, 2011 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 27, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 27, 2011 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES TO EXPRESS DISCONTENT REGARDING FORD MOTOR COMPANY *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE PROBLEMS. ALSO, THE VEHICLE FAILED INSPECTION, DUE TO A RUSTED SUBFRAME. FORD OFFERED TO BUY THE VEHICLE BACK FROM THE CONSUMER.

Apr 26, 2011 Traction Control System 165,288 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON AND OFF SEVERAL TIMES ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. *TR

Apr 26, 2011 Traction Control System 165,288 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON AND OFF SEVERAL TIMES ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. *TR

Apr 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 137,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS MALFUNCTION - ABS AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. AFTER SKIDDING AND STRIKING A POLE WHILE PARKING, I BROUGHT THIS TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DESCRIBED TO PROBLEM AS AN ANNOYANCE AT WORST AND THAT THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES WORK FINE, THE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DR...

Apr 22, 2011 Structure

RUSTED SUBFRAME. *TR

Apr 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 137,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS MALFUNCTION - ABS AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. AFTER SKIDDING AND STRIKING A POLE WHILE PARKING, I BROUGHT THIS TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DESCRIBED TO PROBLEM AS AN ANNOYANCE AT WORST AND THAT THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES WORK FINE, THE VEHICLE IS SAFE TO DR...

Apr 22, 2011 Structure

RUSTED SUBFRAME. *TR

Apr 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

RECALL REPAIR WORK WAS COMPLETED FOR 09V399000 ON VEHICLE. VEHICLE NOW HAS ABS LIGHT AND TRANSACTION CONTROL LIGHT. FORD ADVISES ISSUE WHERE ABS MODULE IS FAULTY, AS WELL AS TRACTION CONTROL CONCERNS. HOWEVER FORD CANNOT DIAGNOSE TRANSACTION CONTROL UNTIL ABS MODULE IS REPLACED BUT WILL NOT COVER TH...

Apr 18, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 72,000 mi

RECALL REPAIR WORK WAS COMPLETED FOR 09V399000 ON VEHICLE. VEHICLE NOW HAS ABS LIGHT AND TRANSACTION CONTROL LIGHT. FORD ADVISES ISSUE WHERE ABS MODULE IS FAULTY, AS WELL AS TRACTION CONTROL CONCERNS. HOWEVER FORD CANNOT DIAGNOSE TRANSACTION CONTROL UNTIL ABS MODULE IS REPLACED BUT WILL NOT COVER TH...

Apr 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 200,100 mi

WAS DRIVING A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR STOPPED AT WORK WENT IN SIDE A COWORKER WAS LEAVING RAN BACK INSIDE TO TELL ME MY 1999 WINDSTAR WAS ON FIRE. *TR

Apr 14, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 200,100 mi

WAS DRIVING A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR STOPPED AT WORK WENT IN SIDE A COWORKER WAS LEAVING RAN BACK INSIDE TO TELL ME MY 1999 WINDSTAR WAS ON FIRE. *TR

Apr 8, 2011 Suspension

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DENT ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING AN ISSUE INVOLVING RECALLS ON HIS VEHICLES; PLEASE CONTACT HIM OR HIS ASSISTANT MELANIE WHITELEATER AT 610-861-9734, IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS WITH THIS REQUEST *TGW 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT W...

Apr 8, 2011 Structure

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DENT ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING AN ISSUE INVOLVING RECALLS ON HIS VEHICLES; PLEASE CONTACT HIM OR HIS ASSISTANT MELANIE WHITELEATER AT 610-861-9734, IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS WITH THIS REQUEST *TGW 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT W...

Apr 8, 2011 Suspension

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DENT ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING AN ISSUE INVOLVING RECALLS ON HIS VEHICLES; PLEASE CONTACT HIM OR HIS ASSISTANT MELANIE WHITELEATER AT 610-861-9734, IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS WITH THIS REQUEST *TGW 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT W...

Apr 8, 2011 Structure

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN DENT ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING AN ISSUE INVOLVING RECALLS ON HIS VEHICLES; PLEASE CONTACT HIM OR HIS ASSISTANT MELANIE WHITELEATER AT 610-861-9734, IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS WITH THIS REQUEST *TGW 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT W...

Mar 29, 2011 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

I NOTICED WHEN TAKING IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE FOR THE SUBFRAME RECALL THAT ALMOST ALL THE OTHER WINDSTAR'S HAD RUSTED OUT SLIDING DOORS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. IS FORD DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS PROBLEM?

Mar 29, 2011 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

I NOTICED WHEN TAKING IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE FOR THE SUBFRAME RECALL THAT ALMOST ALL THE OTHER WINDSTAR'S HAD RUSTED OUT SLIDING DOORS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. IS FORD DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS PROBLEM?

Mar 28, 2011 Suspension

TOOK OUR VAN IN TO BE BROUGHT UP TO DATE WITH RECALLS FOR IT'S MAKE/MODEL. ASKED ABOUT AXLE CORROSION AS WE KNEW OUR YEAR OF FORD WINDSTAR WAS INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. WAS TOLD NEBRASKA IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL, BUT THEY WOULD INSPECT FOR THE DEFECT ANYWAY. VAN IS NOW GROUNDED BY FORD DUE T...

Mar 28, 2011 Suspension

TOOK OUR VAN IN TO BE BROUGHT UP TO DATE WITH RECALLS FOR IT'S MAKE/MODEL. ASKED ABOUT AXLE CORROSION AS WE KNEW OUR YEAR OF FORD WINDSTAR WAS INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. WAS TOLD NEBRASKA IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL, BUT THEY WOULD INSPECT FOR THE DEFECT ANYWAY. VAN IS NOW GROUNDED BY FORD DUE T...

Mar 27, 2011 Structure 107,620 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. FRONT SUB FRAME CORROSION. FORD SERVICE REFUSED TO REPAIR IT. *TR

Mar 27, 2011 Structure 107,620 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. FRONT SUB FRAME CORROSION. FORD SERVICE REFUSED TO REPAIR IT. *TR

Mar 23, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NOVEMBER 10, 2010 FOR A RECALL REPAIR ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY); HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NOT IN STOCK, AND THEY W...

Mar 23, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NOVEMBER 10, 2010 FOR A RECALL REPAIR ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY); HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NOT IN STOCK, AND THEY W...

Mar 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN BECAUSE THE CRADLE THAT HELD THE MOTOR WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND CAUSING THE MOTOR TO FALL TO THE GROUND. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO HIS RESIDENCE WHE...

Mar 22, 2011 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MPH WHEN SHE NOTICED THAT ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDLES WERE FLUCTUATING INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL LEVEL GAUGE AND RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE FAILURE WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED TH...

Mar 22, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN BECAUSE THE CRADLE THAT HELD THE MOTOR WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND CAUSING THE MOTOR TO FALL TO THE GROUND. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO HIS RESIDENCE WHE...

Mar 22, 2011 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MPH WHEN SHE NOTICED THAT ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDLES WERE FLUCTUATING INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL LEVEL GAUGE AND RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE FAILURE WHERE THE DEALER ADVISED TH...

Mar 17, 2011 Structure

MY SON-IN-LAW AND DAUGHTER WE DRIVING ON HWY 421 AT 50 MPH. THE VAN STARTED SHAKING AND THEY SMELLED RUBBER AND HEARD GRINDING. HE PULLED OVER AND THE BACK TIRES WERE PUSHED IN AND THE RIGHT BACK TIRE LOST ITS LUG NUTS AND TIRE WAS FALLING OFF. THEY REMOVED THE CHILDREN FROM THE CAR. IT SCARED THEM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Structure

MY SON-IN-LAW AND DAUGHTER WE DRIVING ON HWY 421 AT 50 MPH. THE VAN STARTED SHAKING AND THEY SMELLED RUBBER AND HEARD GRINDING. HE PULLED OVER AND THE BACK TIRES WERE PUSHED IN AND THE RIGHT BACK TIRE LOST ITS LUG NUTS AND TIRE WAS FALLING OFF. THEY REMOVED THE CHILDREN FROM THE CAR. IT SCARED THEM ...

Mar 16, 2011 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOUD NOISE LIKE AN EXPLOSION AND THEN VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHE BARELY GOT THROUGH THE TRAFFIC LIGHT *TGW THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TO TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED HER THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO B...

Mar 16, 2011 Suspension 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER IN SEPTEMBER 2010. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT READILY A...

Mar 16, 2011 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOUD NOISE LIKE AN EXPLOSION AND THEN VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHE BARELY GOT THROUGH THE TRAFFIC LIGHT *TGW THE CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TO TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED HER THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO B...

Mar 16, 2011 Suspension 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER IN SEPTEMBER 2010. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT READILY A...

Mar 10, 2011 Structure 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- FRONT SUB FRAME RUST. LOCAL FORD DEALER SAID THEY WOULD NOT FIX IT. VIN [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 10, 2011 Structure 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- FRONT SUB FRAME RUST. LOCAL FORD DEALER SAID THEY WOULD NOT FIX IT. VIN [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 8, 2011 Steering 119,101 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO WOBBLE EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 119,101.

Mar 8, 2011 Suspension Crash 160,000 mi

ON OCTOBER 1, 2010 I WAS DRIVING ON I 75 IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ABOUT 50 MILES FROM HOME THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE CAR BROKE. I STARTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE CAR SWERVED LEFT TO RIGHT DID A 180 DEGREE TURN SO I WAS TRACKING DOWN I 75 AT ABOUT 60 MILES AN HOUR. THEN I SKIDDED INTO TH...

Mar 8, 2011 Steering 119,101 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO WOBBLE EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 119,101.

Mar 8, 2011 Suspension Crash 160,000 mi

ON OCTOBER 1, 2010 I WAS DRIVING ON I 75 IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ABOUT 50 MILES FROM HOME THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE CAR BROKE. I STARTED TO SLOW DOWN, THE CAR SWERVED LEFT TO RIGHT DID A 180 DEGREE TURN SO I WAS TRACKING DOWN I 75 AT ABOUT 60 MILES AN HOUR. THEN I SKIDDED INTO TH...

Mar 4, 2011 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER IN NOVEMBER OF 2010 FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL)....

Mar 4, 2011 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER IN NOVEMBER OF 2010 FOR REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL)....

Mar 2, 2011 Steering 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS STEERING RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Mar 2, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS STEERING RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Mar 2, 2011 Steering 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS STEERING RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Mar 2, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS STEERING RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAI...

Feb 28, 2011 Electrical System

MY VEHICLE WAS RUNNING (WHILE PARKED) AND QUIT. THE LIGHTS WERE STILL ON, THE RADIO STILL WORKED, AND THE HEATER WAS STILL BLOWING. THE IGNITION KEY WAS OFF AND OUT. I HAD TO UNHOOK THE BATTERY TO SHUT THE THREE OFF. REPLACED: IGNITION SWITCH, PCM, CONTROL MODULE UNDER THE DASH AND NOTHING HAS C...

Feb 28, 2011 Electrical System

MY VEHICLE WAS RUNNING (WHILE PARKED) AND QUIT. THE LIGHTS WERE STILL ON, THE RADIO STILL WORKED, AND THE HEATER WAS STILL BLOWING. THE IGNITION KEY WAS OFF AND OUT. I HAD TO UNHOOK THE BATTERY TO SHUT THE THREE OFF. REPLACED: IGNITION SWITCH, PCM, CONTROL MODULE UNDER THE DASH AND NOTHING HAS C...

Feb 16, 2011 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE ABNORMALLY WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RE...

Feb 16, 2011 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE ABNORMALLY WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RE...

Feb 14, 2011 Structure 93,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) THE CONTACT INFORMED THE DEALER THERE WAS SEVERE CORROSION ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A CLUNKING ...

Feb 14, 2011 Structure 93,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) THE CONTACT INFORMED THE DEALER THERE WAS SEVERE CORROSION ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A CLUNKING ...

Feb 10, 2011 Structure Fire 99,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME BROKE. *TR

Feb 10, 2011 Structure 135,000 mi

I TOOK MY VAN IN FOR RECALLS. THEY SUPPOSEDLY FIXED THE AXLE HOWEVER I THINK THEY JUST PUT STUFF ON IT AND DIDN'T EVEN CHECK IT. THEN THEY FOUND SOME OTHER STUFF THEY WANTED TO FIX LIKE THE TIE ROD LINKS. I DIDN'T LET THEM FIX IT BUT I TOOK IT TO SOMEONE ELSE AND THEY FOUND A SERIOUS CRACK AND CO...

Feb 10, 2011 Structure Fire 99,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME BROKE. *TR

Feb 10, 2011 Structure 135,000 mi

I TOOK MY VAN IN FOR RECALLS. THEY SUPPOSEDLY FIXED THE AXLE HOWEVER I THINK THEY JUST PUT STUFF ON IT AND DIDN'T EVEN CHECK IT. THEN THEY FOUND SOME OTHER STUFF THEY WANTED TO FIX LIKE THE TIE ROD LINKS. I DIDN'T LET THEM FIX IT BUT I TOOK IT TO SOMEONE ELSE AND THEY FOUND A SERIOUS CRACK AND CO...

Feb 4, 2011 Structure 112,000 mi

DRIVING THROUGH RESIDENTIAL AREA AND WENT TO MAKE A TURN ONTO ANOTHER STREET AND STEERING WENT OUT AND I WENT UP THE CURB THROUGH ON COMING TRAFFIC LANE. WHEN INSPECTED UNDER VEHICLE THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED, RUSTED AND BROKEN OFF. I HAD TO PURCHASE A USED INTACT FRONT SUBF...

Feb 4, 2011 Structure 112,000 mi

DRIVING THROUGH RESIDENTIAL AREA AND WENT TO MAKE A TURN ONTO ANOTHER STREET AND STEERING WENT OUT AND I WENT UP THE CURB THROUGH ON COMING TRAFFIC LANE. WHEN INSPECTED UNDER VEHICLE THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED, RUSTED AND BROKEN OFF. I HAD TO PURCHASE A USED INTACT FRONT SUBF...

Feb 3, 2011 Structure 70,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT, CRACKED, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Feb 3, 2011 Structure 70,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT, CRACKED, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Feb 1, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Feb 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Feb 1, 2011 Unknown Or Other 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Feb 1, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Feb 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Feb 1, 2011 Unknown Or Other 55,000 mi

BOUGHT THE VAN IN SEPT. 2002 WITH 55,000 MILES, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A WEEK OF HAVING IT. TOOK IT BACK TO CAR LOT WHERE WE BOUGHT IT, THEY TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER, COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING EXCEPT THAT IT CAME UP A LEAN CODE THEY TOLD ME I DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO PUT GAS CAP ON THE RIGHT WAY. THAT...

Jan 29, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

CRACKED & CORRODED "K" FRAME WHICH SUPPORTS ENGINE& TRANS. IN FRONT END OF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. REPLACED K FRAME TO REMEDY PROBLEM. *LN

Jan 29, 2011 Structure 80,000 mi

CRACKED & CORRODED "K" FRAME WHICH SUPPORTS ENGINE& TRANS. IN FRONT END OF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. REPLACED K FRAME TO REMEDY PROBLEM. *LN

Jan 28, 2011 Steering 216,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.

Jan 28, 2011 Suspension 216,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.

Jan 28, 2011 Structure 94,750 mi

I TOOK THE WINDSTAR TO HAVE THE TWO RECALLS REPAIRED AND WHEN THE BASIL FORD SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS DONE WITH THAT THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VAN WAS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $1600. TO REPAIR IT. WITH ALL THE RUST ON THE DOORS AND DOOR SILL I...

Jan 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 94,750 mi

I TOOK THE WINDSTAR TO HAVE THE TWO RECALLS REPAIRED AND WHEN THE BASIL FORD SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS DONE WITH THAT THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VAN WAS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $1600. TO REPAIR IT. WITH ALL THE RUST ON THE DOORS AND DOOR SILL I...

Jan 28, 2011 Steering 216,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.

Jan 28, 2011 Suspension 216,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 216,000.

Jan 28, 2011 Structure 94,750 mi

I TOOK THE WINDSTAR TO HAVE THE TWO RECALLS REPAIRED AND WHEN THE BASIL FORD SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS DONE WITH THAT THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VAN WAS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $1600. TO REPAIR IT. WITH ALL THE RUST ON THE DOORS AND DOOR SILL I...

Jan 28, 2011 Unknown Or Other 94,750 mi

I TOOK THE WINDSTAR TO HAVE THE TWO RECALLS REPAIRED AND WHEN THE BASIL FORD SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS DONE WITH THAT THEY INFORMED ME THAT MY VAN WAS UNDRIVEABLE BECAUSE THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME WAS CRACKED. THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $1600. TO REPAIR IT. WITH ALL THE RUST ON THE DOORS AND DOOR SILL I...

Jan 27, 2011 Structure 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING THE INSPECTED BY THE STATE, THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THE SUBFRAME WAS BROKEN IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC TO HAVE THE SUB FRAME REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE SUB FRAME AN...

Jan 27, 2011 Structure 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING THE INSPECTED BY THE STATE, THE INSPECTOR NOTICED THE SUBFRAME WAS BROKEN IN TWO PLACES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC TO HAVE THE SUB FRAME REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE SUB FRAME AN...

Jan 25, 2011 Structure 206,000 mi

THE RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED LOOSE FROM THE SUBFRAME CROSSMEMBER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. THE LEADUP TO THE INCIDENT WAS COMPLETELY UNEXPECTED. THE CONTROL ARM PULLED LOOSE AT 70 MPH AND CAUSED THE WINDSTAR TO VEER BACK AND FORTH USING 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO COME TO A STOP. LUCKY FOR ME WAS TH...

Jan 25, 2011 Structure 206,000 mi

THE RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM PULLED LOOSE FROM THE SUBFRAME CROSSMEMBER DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST. THE LEADUP TO THE INCIDENT WAS COMPLETELY UNEXPECTED. THE CONTROL ARM PULLED LOOSE AT 70 MPH AND CAUSED THE WINDSTAR TO VEER BACK AND FORTH USING 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO COME TO A STOP. LUCKY FOR ME WAS TH...

Jan 24, 2011 Structure 131,553 mi

FLEET OWNED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. VEHICLE HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE CHICAGO AREA SINCE NEW. COMPLAINT WAS THAT THE EXHAUST WAS LOUD AND LOOKED TO BE HANGING LOW. THE EXHAUST FLANGE ON THE FLEX-PIPE SECTION RUSTED THIN AND BROKE OFF FROM THE Y-PIPE. I THEN NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR OF THE SUBF...

Jan 24, 2011 Structure 131,553 mi

FLEET OWNED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. VEHICLE HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE CHICAGO AREA SINCE NEW. COMPLAINT WAS THAT THE EXHAUST WAS LOUD AND LOOKED TO BE HANGING LOW. THE EXHAUST FLANGE ON THE FLEX-PIPE SECTION RUSTED THIN AND BROKE OFF FROM THE Y-PIPE. I THEN NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR OF THE SUBF...

Jan 22, 2011 Structure 123,297 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER WITH 123,297 MILES, I OWN THIS CAR SINCE 2000. THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR SUBFAME END AT THE MOUNT IS RODED OUT,SPLIT AND CAME OFF THE BUSHING. I HAD TAKEN IT TO SEARS ON 01/21/11 AND HAD ADVISED THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I HAD CONTACTED FORD DEALER AND...

Jan 22, 2011 Structure

MY SUSPENSION BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LEAVING ME WITH NO STEERING. I RAN OFF THE ROAD AND THANKFULLY WENT INTO A FIELD. VERY SCARY. THIS IS A 1400. REPAIR. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS CAUSED ACCIDENTS FOR OTHERS AS WELL. I AM JUST WONDERING WHY THIS PART WAS NEVER A RECALL? APPARENTLY REAR AXLE...

Jan 22, 2011 Structure 123,297 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER WITH 123,297 MILES, I OWN THIS CAR SINCE 2000. THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR SUBFAME END AT THE MOUNT IS RODED OUT,SPLIT AND CAME OFF THE BUSHING. I HAD TAKEN IT TO SEARS ON 01/21/11 AND HAD ADVISED THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I HAD CONTACTED FORD DEALER AND...

Jan 22, 2011 Structure

MY SUSPENSION BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LEAVING ME WITH NO STEERING. I RAN OFF THE ROAD AND THANKFULLY WENT INTO A FIELD. VERY SCARY. THIS IS A 1400. REPAIR. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS HAS CAUSED ACCIDENTS FOR OTHERS AS WELL. I AM JUST WONDERING WHY THIS PART WAS NEVER A RECALL? APPARENTLY REAR AXLE...

Jan 19, 2011 Suspension Crash

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES HE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHICH HE BELIEVES WAS DUE TO A FRACTURE IN THE REAR AXLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE FRONT END COLLISION RESULTED IN A GREAT DEAL OF DAMAGE TO HIS VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE...

Jan 19, 2011 Suspension Crash

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES HE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHICH HE BELIEVES WAS DUE TO A FRACTURE IN THE REAR AXLE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE FRONT END COLLISION RESULTED IN A GREAT DEAL OF DAMAGE TO HIS VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE...

Jan 18, 2011 Electrical System 98,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD GAUGES, TACHOMETER, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, AND TEMPERATURE GO HAYWIRE CONSTANTLY. ONE TIME ON A HILL, I COULD NOT PUT THE SHIFT LEVER IN PARK SO THAT I COULD ASSIST A HANDICAPPED FAMILY MEMBER OUT OF MY VEHICLE. THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE WAS PINNED TO THE RIGHT, AND THE SHIFT INDICATOR COULDN...

Jan 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 101,700 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE DURING A SNOW COVERED ROAD CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN 180 DEGREES. WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A FATAL T-BONE ACCIDENT ON A BUSY ROAD. LUCKILY I WAS ON A SECONDARY ROAD. I HAD MY CHILDREN IN THE VAN AT THE TIME. *TR

Jan 18, 2011 Electrical System 98,000 mi

THE DASHBOARD GAUGES, TACHOMETER, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, AND TEMPERATURE GO HAYWIRE CONSTANTLY. ONE TIME ON A HILL, I COULD NOT PUT THE SHIFT LEVER IN PARK SO THAT I COULD ASSIST A HANDICAPPED FAMILY MEMBER OUT OF MY VEHICLE. THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE WAS PINNED TO THE RIGHT, AND THE SHIFT INDICATOR COULDN...

Jan 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 101,700 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE DURING A SNOW COVERED ROAD CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN 180 DEGREES. WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A FATAL T-BONE ACCIDENT ON A BUSY ROAD. LUCKILY I WAS ON A SECONDARY ROAD. I HAD MY CHILDREN IN THE VAN AT THE TIME. *TR

Jan 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 240,000 mi

COMPLETE FRACTURE OF PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING STEERING ISSUES. FRACTURE 1 TO 2 INCHES FROM FRAME BOLT. NO OTHER RUST OR FRACTURES ON FRAME OR SUB CHASSIS, REPAIRS BY FORD AND GOODYEAR OF RACK REPLACEMENT AND TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT DID NOT SEEM TO WARRANT NOTIFICATION TO ME OF PENDING I...

Jan 13, 2011 Suspension 240,000 mi

COMPLETE FRACTURE OF PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING STEERING ISSUES. FRACTURE 1 TO 2 INCHES FROM FRAME BOLT. NO OTHER RUST OR FRACTURES ON FRAME OR SUB CHASSIS, REPAIRS BY FORD AND GOODYEAR OF RACK REPLACEMENT AND TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT DID NOT SEEM TO WARRANT NOTIFICATION TO ME OF PENDING I...

Jan 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 240,000 mi

COMPLETE FRACTURE OF PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING STEERING ISSUES. FRACTURE 1 TO 2 INCHES FROM FRAME BOLT. NO OTHER RUST OR FRACTURES ON FRAME OR SUB CHASSIS, REPAIRS BY FORD AND GOODYEAR OF RACK REPLACEMENT AND TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT DID NOT SEEM TO WARRANT NOTIFICATION TO ME OF PENDING I...

Jan 13, 2011 Suspension 240,000 mi

COMPLETE FRACTURE OF PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE CAUSING STEERING ISSUES. FRACTURE 1 TO 2 INCHES FROM FRAME BOLT. NO OTHER RUST OR FRACTURES ON FRAME OR SUB CHASSIS, REPAIRS BY FORD AND GOODYEAR OF RACK REPLACEMENT AND TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT DID NOT SEEM TO WARRANT NOTIFICATION TO ME OF PENDING I...

Jan 12, 2011 Structure 136,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, SHE SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD CRACKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME HAD CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIR...

Jan 12, 2011 Structure 136,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, SHE SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD CRACKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME HAD CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIR...

Jan 11, 2011 Structure 86,002 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2010 I WAS DRIVING MY WINDSTAR WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG DURING A TURN. I KNEW I HAD NOT HIT ANYTHING AND AS I STRAIGHTENED OUT MY WHEEL I NOTICED THAT IT WOULD NOT RETURN TO THE NORMAL POSITION. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP TO GET IT LOOKED AT. AS SOON AS THE MAN ...

Jan 11, 2011 Suspension 155,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE STOPPED THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE A USED REAR AXLE WAS INSTALLED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 158,548.

Jan 11, 2011 Structure 86,002 mi

IN AUGUST OF 2010 I WAS DRIVING MY WINDSTAR WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG DURING A TURN. I KNEW I HAD NOT HIT ANYTHING AND AS I STRAIGHTENED OUT MY WHEEL I NOTICED THAT IT WOULD NOT RETURN TO THE NORMAL POSITION. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP TO GET IT LOOKED AT. AS SOON AS THE MAN ...

Jan 11, 2011 Suspension 155,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE STOPPED THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE A USED REAR AXLE WAS INSTALLED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 158,548.

Jan 10, 2011 Suspension 116,800 mi

DURING LAST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, I WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME RUSTING WAS GETTING CLOSE TO LEVEL OF MAKING DRIVING HAZARDOUS. ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR (PART AND LABOR) IS $1700 - $1800.00.

Jan 10, 2011 Unknown Or Other 116,800 mi

DURING LAST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, I WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME RUSTING WAS GETTING CLOSE TO LEVEL OF MAKING DRIVING HAZARDOUS. ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR (PART AND LABOR) IS $1700 - $1800.00.

Jan 10, 2011 Suspension 116,800 mi

DURING LAST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, I WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME RUSTING WAS GETTING CLOSE TO LEVEL OF MAKING DRIVING HAZARDOUS. ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR (PART AND LABOR) IS $1700 - $1800.00.

Jan 10, 2011 Unknown Or Other 116,800 mi

DURING LAST ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, I WAS ADVISED THAT SUBFRAME RUSTING WAS GETTING CLOSE TO LEVEL OF MAKING DRIVING HAZARDOUS. ESTIMATED COST OF REPAIR (PART AND LABOR) IS $1700 - $1800.00.

Jan 8, 2011 Steering 135,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX IT HAD 130000 MILES ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT IT IT WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I WOULD TURN SO I HAD THE POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED BUT IT CONTINUED TO MAKE THE NOISE THEN A COUPLE MONTHS LATER IT BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN AND STILL MAKING TH...

Jan 8, 2011 Steering 135,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX IT HAD 130000 MILES ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT IT IT WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I WOULD TURN SO I HAD THE POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED BUT IT CONTINUED TO MAKE THE NOISE THEN A COUPLE MONTHS LATER IT BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN AND STILL MAKING TH...

Jan 7, 2011 Structure 157,000 mi

TL. STEERING PROBLEM 1999 FORD WINDSTAR COMMENTS: DEAR NHTSA, I HAVE A VECHICLE SAFTY CONCERN PROBABLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL ON FORD WINDSTARS 1999-200? BELOW IS A RESPONCE I RECIEVED FROM FORD, CONCERNING THE PROBELM AT THE BOTTOM IS THE DETAILED CONCERN WITH A MOTOR MOUNT SUPPORT PLATE THAT IS...

Jan 7, 2011 Structure 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE TOWARDS ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL AND AVOID CRASHING INTO A VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE FRONT END DRIVER SIDE COLLAPSED TO THE GROUN...

Jan 7, 2011 Structure 157,000 mi

TL. STEERING PROBLEM 1999 FORD WINDSTAR COMMENTS: DEAR NHTSA, I HAVE A VECHICLE SAFTY CONCERN PROBABLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL ON FORD WINDSTARS 1999-200? BELOW IS A RESPONCE I RECIEVED FROM FORD, CONCERNING THE PROBELM AT THE BOTTOM IS THE DETAILED CONCERN WITH A MOTOR MOUNT SUPPORT PLATE THAT IS...

Jan 7, 2011 Structure 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE TOWARDS ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL AND AVOID CRASHING INTO A VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE FRONT END DRIVER SIDE COLLAPSED TO THE GROUN...

Jan 6, 2011 Structure 125,109 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STATE INSPECTED WHEN THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY...

Jan 6, 2011 Structure 125,109 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STATE INSPECTED WHEN THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY...

Jan 5, 2011 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AND THEN FORWARD, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FELL OFF OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED HIM THAT THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FRONT AXLE CORRODING. THE VEHIC...

Jan 5, 2011 Structure 199,000 mi

THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED IN TWO WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Jan 5, 2011 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AND THEN FORWARD, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FELL OFF OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED HIM THAT THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FRONT AXLE CORRODING. THE VEHIC...

Jan 5, 2011 Structure 199,000 mi

THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED IN TWO WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TR

Jan 4, 2011 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES RECALL FAILURE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR AXLE FAILED. *JB

Jan 4, 2011 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES RECALL FAILURE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR AXLE FAILED. *JB

Dec 30, 2010 Structure 79,914 mi

AROUND OCTOBER 20TH, 2010, MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I A MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A BRAKE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT RIGHT A WAY TO MY MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. WHEN THE TE...

Dec 30, 2010 Suspension 79,914 mi

AROUND OCTOBER 20TH, 2010, MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I A MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A BRAKE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT RIGHT A WAY TO MY MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. WHEN THE TE...

Dec 30, 2010 Structure 160,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FEEL UNSTABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MIL...

Dec 30, 2010 Structure 79,914 mi

AROUND OCTOBER 20TH, 2010, MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I A MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A BRAKE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT RIGHT A WAY TO MY MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. WHEN THE TE...

Dec 30, 2010 Suspension 79,914 mi

AROUND OCTOBER 20TH, 2010, MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS MAKING A WEIRD NOISE WHEN I A MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND ALSO WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE, AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A BRAKE PROBLEM. I TOOK IT RIGHT A WAY TO MY MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. WHEN THE TE...

Dec 30, 2010 Structure 160,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FEEL UNSTABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MIL...

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING HIS VEHICLE IN FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE ENGINE CRADLE DUE TO RUST AND BEING FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT...

Dec 29, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE RIGHT DIRECTION AND WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE STEERING. WHEN THE B...

Dec 29, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE RIGHT DIRECTION AND WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE STEERING. WHEN THE B...

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 64,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING HIS VEHICLE IN FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE ENGINE CRADLE DUE TO RUST AND BEING FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT...

Dec 29, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE RIGHT DIRECTION AND WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE STEERING. WHEN THE B...

Dec 29, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE RIGHT DIRECTION AND WANDERED OUT OF THE LANE CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN MAINTAINING THE STEERING. WHEN THE B...

Dec 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Suspension 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Electrical System 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Steering 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Suspension 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Electrical System 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 28, 2010 Steering 127,445 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY PULLING TO THE RIGHT IN WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN PARK. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE AND OVERDRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Dec 27, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR A REAR AXLE INSPECTION FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE DEALER DETECTED THAT THE FRONT UNDERCARRIAGE WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND WOULD RESULT IN THE DETACHMENT ...

Dec 27, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR A REAR AXLE INSPECTION FOR RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY), THE DEALER DETECTED THAT THE FRONT UNDERCARRIAGE WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND WOULD RESULT IN THE DETACHMENT ...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA RECALL 10V385000, SUSPENSION REAR AXLE NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY SHOULD INCLUDE THE STATE OF NEBRASKA. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANY FAILURES AT THIS TIME; HOWEVER, HE WAS CONCERNED SINCE NEBRASKA ALSO HAD SNOW AND SALT ON T...

Dec 23, 2010 Structure 114,200 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY TURNING LEFT . THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN LEFT UNTIL MORE THAN USUAL FORCE WAS APPLIED TO TURN THE WHEEL ,WHICH AT THE TIME THE WHEEL DID TURN A DULL THUD WAS AUDIBLE. THIS ACTION OCCURRED TWICE WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE IN CITY TRAFFIC. THE VISUAL INVESTIGATION...

Dec 23, 2010 Structure 138,193 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR : ENGINE CRADLE CRACKING AND HAS FRACTURED AWAY FROM MOTOR MOUNT. *LN

Dec 23, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,193 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR : ENGINE CRADLE CRACKING AND HAS FRACTURED AWAY FROM MOTOR MOUNT. *LN

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA RECALL 10V385000, SUSPENSION REAR AXLE NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY SHOULD INCLUDE THE STATE OF NEBRASKA. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED ANY FAILURES AT THIS TIME; HOWEVER, HE WAS CONCERNED SINCE NEBRASKA ALSO HAD SNOW AND SALT ON T...

Dec 23, 2010 Structure 114,200 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY TURNING LEFT . THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN LEFT UNTIL MORE THAN USUAL FORCE WAS APPLIED TO TURN THE WHEEL ,WHICH AT THE TIME THE WHEEL DID TURN A DULL THUD WAS AUDIBLE. THIS ACTION OCCURRED TWICE WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE IN CITY TRAFFIC. THE VISUAL INVESTIGATION...

Dec 23, 2010 Structure 138,193 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR : ENGINE CRADLE CRACKING AND HAS FRACTURED AWAY FROM MOTOR MOUNT. *LN

Dec 23, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,193 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR : ENGINE CRADLE CRACKING AND HAS FRACTURED AWAY FROM MOTOR MOUNT. *LN

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Electrical System 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Suspension 130,000 mi

NOISE ON MINIVAN HUSBAND LOOKED FOR REASON AND FOUND AXLE CRACKED, WENT AND REPLACED IT WITH ANOTHER USED WINDSTAR AXLE AND PAID FOR IT.*TR

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION ON PASSENGER SIDE NEAR MOUNT RESULTING IN COMPLETE BREAK. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF RUST ANYWHERE ELSE ON THE SUB-FRAME, THE FRAME OR UNDERBODY. SYMPTOM WAS LOUD CLANKING FROM FRONT-RIGHT AND "JERKING" SENSATION ON SOME TURNS, ACCELERATION. DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING, SO BR...

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

HI I JUST SAW THAT YOU WERE INVESTIGATING WINDSTAR RUST ISSUES. TWO YEARS AGO, IN 2008, OUR 1999 WINDSTAR STARTING MAKING WEIRD NOISES WHEN I WENT OVER CURBS OR TURNED THE WHEEL. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THE FRONT FRAME AND AXLE HAD RUSTED. IT WAS A COUPLE THOUSAND DOLLARS TO FIX. THE...

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 89,000 mi

AT THE END OF NOVEMBER I NOTICE A LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING OF MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS ABLE TO GET IT HOME AND IN THE DRIVEWAY. I LOOKED AT THE FRONT -END AND NOTICED A RUSTED AND CRACKED FRONT FRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I HAD REPLACED THE CRACKED AXLE MY SELF IT COST ME $874.27 I HAVE NOT RECE...

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Electrical System 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR, SCDS SWITCH REPLACED,NO BRAKE LIGHTS, CANT GET SHIFTER OUT OF PARK, BLOWER WONT SHUT OFF WITH KEY REMOVED, HEADLIGHTS COME ON WHEN YOU SHUT THE DOOR WITH KEY REMOVED AND SWITCH OFF. NO SPEEDOMETER OR TACH. *TR

Dec 22, 2010 Suspension 130,000 mi

NOISE ON MINIVAN HUSBAND LOOKED FOR REASON AND FOUND AXLE CRACKED, WENT AND REPLACED IT WITH ANOTHER USED WINDSTAR AXLE AND PAID FOR IT.*TR

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION ON PASSENGER SIDE NEAR MOUNT RESULTING IN COMPLETE BREAK. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF RUST ANYWHERE ELSE ON THE SUB-FRAME, THE FRAME OR UNDERBODY. SYMPTOM WAS LOUD CLANKING FROM FRONT-RIGHT AND "JERKING" SENSATION ON SOME TURNS, ACCELERATION. DID NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING, SO BR...

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

HI I JUST SAW THAT YOU WERE INVESTIGATING WINDSTAR RUST ISSUES. TWO YEARS AGO, IN 2008, OUR 1999 WINDSTAR STARTING MAKING WEIRD NOISES WHEN I WENT OVER CURBS OR TURNED THE WHEEL. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THE FRONT FRAME AND AXLE HAD RUSTED. IT WAS A COUPLE THOUSAND DOLLARS TO FIX. THE...

Dec 22, 2010 Structure 89,000 mi

AT THE END OF NOVEMBER I NOTICE A LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING OF MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS ABLE TO GET IT HOME AND IN THE DRIVEWAY. I LOOKED AT THE FRONT -END AND NOTICED A RUSTED AND CRACKED FRONT FRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. I HAD REPLACED THE CRACKED AXLE MY SELF IT COST ME $874.27 I HAVE NOT RECE...

Dec 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

"BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

"BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Dec 20, 2010 Structure 190,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX FRONT SUB-FRAME RUSTED OUT ON PASSENGER SIDE. THIS SECTION OF THE SUB-FRAME IS ALWAYS WET WHEN THE AIR-CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON IN THE SUMMER AND THE CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR-CONDITIONER LEAKS ONTO THE SUBFRAME AT THIS SPECIFIC AREA, AND IN THE WINTER SALT IS CAUSING SUB-FRAME...

Dec 20, 2010 Structure 190,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX FRONT SUB-FRAME RUSTED OUT ON PASSENGER SIDE. THIS SECTION OF THE SUB-FRAME IS ALWAYS WET WHEN THE AIR-CONDITIONER IS TURNED ON IN THE SUMMER AND THE CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR-CONDITIONER LEAKS ONTO THE SUBFRAME AT THIS SPECIFIC AREA, AND IN THE WINTER SALT IS CAUSING SUB-FRAME...

Dec 18, 2010 Structure 135,800 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH AGO 15 NOV,2010, I NOTICED THAT THE ALIGNMENT OF THE FRONT TIRES WAS OFF. AND THE STEERING SEEMED LOOSE AND A LITTLE UNRESPONSIVE. I IMMEDIATELY DROVE HOME AND REMOVED THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE AND COULD NOT BELIEVE WHAT I SAW. THE FRONT SUB-F...

Dec 18, 2010 Unknown Or Other 114,170 mi

VEHICLE "SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY" WAS FOUND TO BE HEAVILY CORRODED (RUSTED) AND REQUIRED TO BE REPLACED. THIS SUBASSEMBLY SUPPORTS ENTIRE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, INCLUDING THE BODY, ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION( TRANS AXLE ), FRONT SUSPENSION, STEERING, BRAKES, AND RADIATOR.

Dec 18, 2010 Structure 135,800 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH AGO 15 NOV,2010, I NOTICED THAT THE ALIGNMENT OF THE FRONT TIRES WAS OFF. AND THE STEERING SEEMED LOOSE AND A LITTLE UNRESPONSIVE. I IMMEDIATELY DROVE HOME AND REMOVED THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE AND COULD NOT BELIEVE WHAT I SAW. THE FRONT SUB-F...

Dec 18, 2010 Unknown Or Other 114,170 mi

VEHICLE "SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY" WAS FOUND TO BE HEAVILY CORRODED (RUSTED) AND REQUIRED TO BE REPLACED. THIS SUBASSEMBLY SUPPORTS ENTIRE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, INCLUDING THE BODY, ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION( TRANS AXLE ), FRONT SUSPENSION, STEERING, BRAKES, AND RADIATOR.

Dec 16, 2010 Electrical System 144,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN TRYING TO INSERT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION, IT FAILED TO START. THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL WHILE TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFO...

Dec 16, 2010 Electrical System 144,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN TRYING TO INSERT THE KEY INTO THE IGNITION, IT FAILED TO START. THE SECURITY WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL WHILE TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFO...

Dec 15, 2010 Structure 70,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME CORROSION. *TR

Dec 15, 2010 Visibility 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE PARTIAL HAVOC BOSCH WHICH WAS A PART OF THE HEAT IN THE VEHICLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A RADIATOR MECHANIC WHO INFORMED HIM THE PARTIAL HAVOC BOSCH FAIL AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. TH...

Dec 15, 2010 Structure 70,000 mi

FRONT SUB FRAME CORROSION. *TR

Dec 15, 2010 Visibility 109,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE PARTIAL HAVOC BOSCH WHICH WAS A PART OF THE HEAT IN THE VEHICLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A RADIATOR MECHANIC WHO INFORMED HIM THE PARTIAL HAVOC BOSCH FAIL AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. TH...

Dec 14, 2010 Structure 108,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR I STARTED TO HEAR A GRINDING SCRAPPING NOISE WHEN MAKING RIGHT TURNS THE NOISE PROGRESSIVELY STARTED TO GET EVEN WORSE I STARTED TO HEAR A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE BROUGHT CAR TO MECHANIC INSPECTED AND FOUND THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETED RUSTED OUT AND THE ENG...

Dec 14, 2010 Structure 108,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR I STARTED TO HEAR A GRINDING SCRAPPING NOISE WHEN MAKING RIGHT TURNS THE NOISE PROGRESSIVELY STARTED TO GET EVEN WORSE I STARTED TO HEAR A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE BROUGHT CAR TO MECHANIC INSPECTED AND FOUND THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETED RUSTED OUT AND THE ENG...

Dec 13, 2010 Structure 121,000 mi

WHILE PULLING ONTO A BUSY ROAD THERE WAS LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE LOST ALL CONTROL AND SKIDDED ACROSS THE ROAD AND INTO A DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY OCCURED. THE VAN WAS TOWED TO MY MECHANIC AND HE INFORMED ME THAT SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE HAD JUST BROKEN OFF. CL...

Dec 13, 2010 Structure 121,000 mi

WHILE PULLING ONTO A BUSY ROAD THERE WAS LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE LOST ALL CONTROL AND SKIDDED ACROSS THE ROAD AND INTO A DRIVEWAY. FORTUNATELY NO PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY OCCURED. THE VAN WAS TOWED TO MY MECHANIC AND HE INFORMED ME THAT SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE HAD JUST BROKEN OFF. CL...

Dec 12, 2010 Structure 189,000 mi

THE SUB-FRAME OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS RUSTED AWAY AT CRITICAL SPOTS AROUND AND NEAR THE MOUNTING BOLTS AND AS A RESULT FAILED TO PASS PA STATE ANNUAL INSPECTION ON DEC. 12, 2010. I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC (A NON-FORD MECHANIC) THAT THE CONDITION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND THAT THERE WAS NO WAY IT WOU...

Dec 12, 2010 Structure 189,000 mi

THE SUB-FRAME OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS RUSTED AWAY AT CRITICAL SPOTS AROUND AND NEAR THE MOUNTING BOLTS AND AS A RESULT FAILED TO PASS PA STATE ANNUAL INSPECTION ON DEC. 12, 2010. I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC (A NON-FORD MECHANIC) THAT THE CONDITION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND THAT THERE WAS NO WAY IT WOU...

Dec 3, 2010 Structure 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX BROKEN SUB-FRAME I BEGAN TO HEAR A SCRAPING NOISE WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY ON RIGHT TURNS. I HAD RECENTLY PURCHASED 4 NEW TIRES FROM FIRESTONE, SO TOOK IT BACK THERE THINKING THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. INSTEAD I WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME IS BUSTED...

Dec 3, 2010 Structure 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX BROKEN SUB-FRAME I BEGAN TO HEAR A SCRAPING NOISE WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY ON RIGHT TURNS. I HAD RECENTLY PURCHASED 4 NEW TIRES FROM FIRESTONE, SO TOOK IT BACK THERE THINKING THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. INSTEAD I WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME IS BUSTED...

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

TOOK CAR IN FOR INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTING AWAY AT THE POINT WHERE THE SWAY BAR CONNECTS TO THE CRADLE. AND THAT IT WILL COST OVER 800.00 TO FIX. THIS SHORTLY AFTER HAVING THE REAR AXLE REPAIRED DUE TO A RECALL FORM FORD. BY THE WAY FORD DID NOT SAY ANYTHING TO ME ABOUT TH...

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

TOOK CAR IN FOR INSPECTION AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS ROTTING AWAY AT THE POINT WHERE THE SWAY BAR CONNECTS TO THE CRADLE. AND THAT IT WILL COST OVER 800.00 TO FIX. THIS SHORTLY AFTER HAVING THE REAR AXLE REPAIRED DUE TO A RECALL FORM FORD. BY THE WAY FORD DID NOT SAY ANYTHING TO ME ABOUT TH...

Nov 22, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH SUB-FRAME RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND PUT UP ON A LIFT AND INSPECTED AFTER I NOTICED A NOISE AND PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE SUB-FRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE WHERE IT MOUNTS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ITSELF HAS LITT...

Nov 22, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH SUB-FRAME RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER AND PUT UP ON A LIFT AND INSPECTED AFTER I NOTICED A NOISE AND PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE SUB-FRAME HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE WHERE IT MOUNTS TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ITSELF HAS LITT...

Nov 20, 2010 Structure 135,621 mi

TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR TO HAVE FRONT TIRES REPLACED AND MECHANIC NOTICED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLT IS SEVERELY RUSTED. WHEN I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE RECALL WORK DONE FOR THE REAR AXLE, I TOLD THEM ABOUT THE RUSTING OF THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLT AN...

Nov 20, 2010 Structure 135,621 mi

TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR TO HAVE FRONT TIRES REPLACED AND MECHANIC NOTICED THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLT IS SEVERELY RUSTED. WHEN I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE RECALL WORK DONE FOR THE REAR AXLE, I TOLD THEM ABOUT THE RUSTING OF THE SUBFRAME MOUNTING BOLT AN...

Nov 19, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR VAN WHEN CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE OUR MECHANIC SAW THE RIGHT FRONT DRIVE AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE 10016 IS CONSISTENT WITH THIS PROBLEM.I WANT TO BE ADDED TO THIS INVESTIGATION. THERE ARE NO WARNING SIGNS FOR THIS P...

Nov 19, 2010 Suspension 145,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR VAN WHEN CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE OUR MECHANIC SAW THE RIGHT FRONT DRIVE AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE 10016 IS CONSISTENT WITH THIS PROBLEM.I WANT TO BE ADDED TO THIS INVESTIGATION. THERE ARE NO WARNING SIGNS FOR THIS P...

Nov 19, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR VAN WHEN CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE OUR MECHANIC SAW THE RIGHT FRONT DRIVE AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE 10016 IS CONSISTENT WITH THIS PROBLEM.I WANT TO BE ADDED TO THIS INVESTIGATION. THERE ARE NO WARNING SIGNS FOR THIS P...

Nov 19, 2010 Suspension 145,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR VAN WHEN CHANGING THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE OUR MECHANIC SAW THE RIGHT FRONT DRIVE AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. THIS CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. NHTSA DEFECT INVESTIGATION #PE 10016 IS CONSISTENT WITH THIS PROBLEM.I WANT TO BE ADDED TO THIS INVESTIGATION. THERE ARE NO WARNING SIGNS FOR THIS P...

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 10 MPH THE CONTACT WAS TURNING A CORNER WHEN SHE FIRST EXPERIENCED A CRACKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND HE STATED THE SUB-FRAME OR THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST. THE VEHICLE HAD ...

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 75,460 mi

FRONT A SUBFRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETE RUSTED OUT AND DETACHED FROM FRONT END. THIS WAS NOTICED BY MY REGULAR MECHANIC DURING AN OIL CHANGE. THE COMPLETE FRONT A FRAME ("SUBFRAME") HAD TO BE REPLACED, INCLUDING CONTROL ARMS, ALIGNMENT; FRONT BRAKE PADS. COST WAS $1687. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 102,000 mi

FRONT CROSS MEMBER ON PASSENGER SIDE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CRACKED WHICH COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY. MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT TO BE DRIVEN UNLESS IT COULD BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED. I WAS ABLE TO HAVE A WELDING SPECIALIST REPAIR THE CRACK. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Suspension 102,000 mi

FRONT CROSS MEMBER ON PASSENGER SIDE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CRACKED WHICH COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY. MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT TO BE DRIVEN UNLESS IT COULD BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED. I WAS ABLE TO HAVE A WELDING SPECIALIST REPAIR THE CRACK. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 10 MPH THE CONTACT WAS TURNING A CORNER WHEN SHE FIRST EXPERIENCED A CRACKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND HE STATED THE SUB-FRAME OR THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST. THE VEHICLE HAD ...

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 75,460 mi

FRONT A SUBFRAME WAS ALMOST COMPLETE RUSTED OUT AND DETACHED FROM FRONT END. THIS WAS NOTICED BY MY REGULAR MECHANIC DURING AN OIL CHANGE. THE COMPLETE FRONT A FRAME ("SUBFRAME") HAD TO BE REPLACED, INCLUDING CONTROL ARMS, ALIGNMENT; FRONT BRAKE PADS. COST WAS $1687. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Structure 102,000 mi

FRONT CROSS MEMBER ON PASSENGER SIDE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CRACKED WHICH COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY. MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT TO BE DRIVEN UNLESS IT COULD BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED. I WAS ABLE TO HAVE A WELDING SPECIALIST REPAIR THE CRACK. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Suspension 102,000 mi

FRONT CROSS MEMBER ON PASSENGER SIDE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE CRACKED WHICH COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED SERIOUS INJURY. MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT TO BE DRIVEN UNLESS IT COULD BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED. I WAS ABLE TO HAVE A WELDING SPECIALIST REPAIR THE CRACK. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Suspension 77,749 mi

NOTICED VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING. DIVING LEFT OR RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION AND BRAKING. UPON INVESTIGATION FOUND COMPLETE RUST-THROUGH SEPARATION OF SUB-FRAME AT REAR BODY MOUNT ON PASSENGERS SIDE. RIGHT CONTROL ARM MOUNT ON SUB-FRAME IS ALSO BADLY RUSTED. ENTIRE SUBFRAME IS ABLE TO MOVE F...

Nov 16, 2010 Steering 77,749 mi

NOTICED VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING. DIVING LEFT OR RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION AND BRAKING. UPON INVESTIGATION FOUND COMPLETE RUST-THROUGH SEPARATION OF SUB-FRAME AT REAR BODY MOUNT ON PASSENGERS SIDE. RIGHT CONTROL ARM MOUNT ON SUB-FRAME IS ALSO BADLY RUSTED. ENTIRE SUBFRAME IS ABLE TO MOVE F...

Nov 16, 2010 Structure 90,711 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME RUSTING AND HAVING TO BE REPLACED. VAN FAILED SAFETY INSPECTION BECAUSE OF A HOLE IN SUBFRAME DUE TO RUST. TOTAL COST PAID OUT OF POCKET IN 2008 $1240.56. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WHEN THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHTS REMAINED IN THE ON POSITION. THE CONTACT MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO TURN THEM OFF; HOWEVER, THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ALSO FAILED TO LOCK IMMEDIATELY UPON ACTIVATION OF THE IGNITION. THE B...

Nov 16, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ALMOST LOST CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD SAFELY. THIS IS A LIFE AND DEATH PROBLEM WHERE ALL OF THESE AXLES NEED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ALMOST LOST CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD SAFELY. THIS IS A LIFE AND DEATH PROBLEM WHERE ALL OF THESE AXLES NEED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Suspension 77,749 mi

NOTICED VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING. DIVING LEFT OR RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION AND BRAKING. UPON INVESTIGATION FOUND COMPLETE RUST-THROUGH SEPARATION OF SUB-FRAME AT REAR BODY MOUNT ON PASSENGERS SIDE. RIGHT CONTROL ARM MOUNT ON SUB-FRAME IS ALSO BADLY RUSTED. ENTIRE SUBFRAME IS ABLE TO MOVE F...

Nov 16, 2010 Steering 77,749 mi

NOTICED VEHICLE UNSTABLE WHILE DRIVING. DIVING LEFT OR RIGHT DURING ACCELERATION AND BRAKING. UPON INVESTIGATION FOUND COMPLETE RUST-THROUGH SEPARATION OF SUB-FRAME AT REAR BODY MOUNT ON PASSENGERS SIDE. RIGHT CONTROL ARM MOUNT ON SUB-FRAME IS ALSO BADLY RUSTED. ENTIRE SUBFRAME IS ABLE TO MOVE F...

Nov 16, 2010 Structure 90,711 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME RUSTING AND HAVING TO BE REPLACED. VAN FAILED SAFETY INSPECTION BECAUSE OF A HOLE IN SUBFRAME DUE TO RUST. TOTAL COST PAID OUT OF POCKET IN 2008 $1240.56. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WHEN THE INTERIOR DOME LIGHTS REMAINED IN THE ON POSITION. THE CONTACT MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO TURN THEM OFF; HOWEVER, THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS ALSO FAILED TO LOCK IMMEDIATELY UPON ACTIVATION OF THE IGNITION. THE B...

Nov 16, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ALMOST LOST CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD SAFELY. THIS IS A LIFE AND DEATH PROBLEM WHERE ALL OF THESE AXLES NEED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ALMOST LOST CONTROL BUT MANAGED TO GET TO SIDE OF ROAD SAFELY. THIS IS A LIFE AND DEATH PROBLEM WHERE ALL OF THESE AXLES NEED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Structure 95,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. HAD REPAIRS DONE. HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED BY FORD FOR CURRENT REAR AXLE RECALL, WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO RUST IN THE REAR AXLE. I AM HAVING THE CAR INSPECTED BY MY MECHANIC BECAUSE IT WOULD SEEM THAT IF THE FRONT END RUSTED OUT, SO WOULD THE BACK. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Electrical System 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ALL THE GAUGES WHERE FLUCTUATING BACK AND FORTH INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL AND TEMPERATURE GAUGES. HE STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND PERSISTED FOR EIGHT M...

Nov 15, 2010 Structure 95,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - SUBFRAME RUSTED OUT. HAD REPAIRS DONE. HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED BY FORD FOR CURRENT REAR AXLE RECALL, WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO RUST IN THE REAR AXLE. I AM HAVING THE CAR INSPECTED BY MY MECHANIC BECAUSE IT WOULD SEEM THAT IF THE FRONT END RUSTED OUT, SO WOULD THE BACK. *TR

Nov 15, 2010 Electrical System 78,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN HE NOTICED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ALL THE GAUGES WHERE FLUCTUATING BACK AND FORTH INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL AND TEMPERATURE GAUGES. HE STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND PERSISTED FOR EIGHT M...

Nov 10, 2010 Suspension 145,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHILE CHANGING THE TIRES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED AND COVERED WITH RUST. HE WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND T...

Nov 10, 2010 Structure 93,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS FOUND TO HAVE SERIOUS RUST ON SUB FRAME ON PASSENGER SIDE DURING A MASSACHUSETTS STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION TODAY. I UNDERSTAND THIS MAKE AND MODEL IS SUBJECT TO A RECALL INVESTIGATION AND I WANT MY COMPLAINT ADDED TO THAT INVESTIGATION AND REQUEST A RECALL NOTICE BE ISSUED...

Nov 10, 2010 Structure 122,723 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FWD PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME MOTOR MOUNT BROKEN IN HALF DUE TO CORROSION. *TR

Nov 10, 2010 Suspension 145,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WHILE CHANGING THE TIRES ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED AND COVERED WITH RUST. HE WAS TOLD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND T...

Nov 10, 2010 Structure 93,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS FOUND TO HAVE SERIOUS RUST ON SUB FRAME ON PASSENGER SIDE DURING A MASSACHUSETTS STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION TODAY. I UNDERSTAND THIS MAKE AND MODEL IS SUBJECT TO A RECALL INVESTIGATION AND I WANT MY COMPLAINT ADDED TO THAT INVESTIGATION AND REQUEST A RECALL NOTICE BE ISSUED...

Nov 10, 2010 Structure 122,723 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FWD PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME MOTOR MOUNT BROKEN IN HALF DUE TO CORROSION. *TR

Nov 8, 2010 Structure 93,663 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT SUBFRAME AKA ENGINE CRADLE AND TWO MOTOR MOUNTS DUE TO PREMATURE RUST ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR THIS IS THE SECTION OF FRAME THAT HOLD UP THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ALONG WITH MOST OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION. I LOST ALL ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS NEARLY IN AN ACCIDENT BRAKING TO...

Nov 8, 2010 Structure 93,663 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT SUBFRAME AKA ENGINE CRADLE AND TWO MOTOR MOUNTS DUE TO PREMATURE RUST ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR THIS IS THE SECTION OF FRAME THAT HOLD UP THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ALONG WITH MOST OF THE FRONT SUSPENSION. I LOST ALL ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS NEARLY IN AN ACCIDENT BRAKING TO...

Nov 6, 2010 Structure 188,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. ENGINE CRADLE FAILURE AT MOUNT POINT PASSENGER REAR. REFERENCE NHTSA # PE10026. I AM IN THE SAME SITUATION. THE PASSENGER REAR ENGINE CRADLE MOUNT HAS FAILED CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS AND LOSS OF CONTROL. THE PASSENGER TIE ROD AND CONTROL ARM ARE NOW BENT. AT THIS POINT ...

Nov 6, 2010 Steering 188,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. ENGINE CRADLE FAILURE AT MOUNT POINT PASSENGER REAR. REFERENCE NHTSA # PE10026. I AM IN THE SAME SITUATION. THE PASSENGER REAR ENGINE CRADLE MOUNT HAS FAILED CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS AND LOSS OF CONTROL. THE PASSENGER TIE ROD AND CONTROL ARM ARE NOW BENT. AT THIS POINT ...

Nov 6, 2010 Structure 188,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. ENGINE CRADLE FAILURE AT MOUNT POINT PASSENGER REAR. REFERENCE NHTSA # PE10026. I AM IN THE SAME SITUATION. THE PASSENGER REAR ENGINE CRADLE MOUNT HAS FAILED CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS AND LOSS OF CONTROL. THE PASSENGER TIE ROD AND CONTROL ARM ARE NOW BENT. AT THIS POINT ...

Nov 6, 2010 Steering 188,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. ENGINE CRADLE FAILURE AT MOUNT POINT PASSENGER REAR. REFERENCE NHTSA # PE10026. I AM IN THE SAME SITUATION. THE PASSENGER REAR ENGINE CRADLE MOUNT HAS FAILED CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS AND LOSS OF CONTROL. THE PASSENGER TIE ROD AND CONTROL ARM ARE NOW BENT. AT THIS POINT ...

Nov 4, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

SUB FRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS ROTTED, THE ENGINE IS ROCKING, THE STEERING IS LOOSE, WHEN MAKING RIGHT HAND TURNS THERE IS GRINDING FROM THE FRAME RUBBING, WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A VERY LOUD BANGING FROM THE ENGINE ROCKING BACK AND FORTH ON THE ROTTED FRAME. IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED, AND THE CAR ...

Nov 4, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

SUB FRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS ROTTED, THE ENGINE IS ROCKING, THE STEERING IS LOOSE, WHEN MAKING RIGHT HAND TURNS THERE IS GRINDING FROM THE FRAME RUBBING, WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A VERY LOUD BANGING FROM THE ENGINE ROCKING BACK AND FORTH ON THE ROTTED FRAME. IT HAS NOT BEEN FIXED, AND THE CAR ...

Nov 2, 2010 Structure 135,036 mi

FRACTURED SUBFRAME PASSENGER SIDE. HARD TO TURN RIGHT. STEERING WHEEL OFF SET. *TR

Nov 2, 2010 Structure 135,036 mi

FRACTURED SUBFRAME PASSENGER SIDE. HARD TO TURN RIGHT. STEERING WHEEL OFF SET. *TR

Nov 1, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE HAD BEEN OCCURRING SINCE OCTOBER 2010. THE VEHICLE ALSO STALLED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT...

Nov 1, 2010 Power Train 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE HAD BEEN OCCURRING SINCE OCTOBER 2010. THE VEHICLE ALSO STALLED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT...

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS SEVERELY CORRODED AT MOST OF THE CONNECTION POINTS. WHENEVER WE MAKE A TURN WE COULD HEAR THE RATTLING/GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED AT THIS POINT, BUT I AM CONSIDERING DOING SOME REINFORCEMENTS AND HOPI...

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

NOTHING APPEARED WRONG WITH MY VEHICLE AND THEN I HEARD A LOUD CLUNK AND GRINDING IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING THROUGH RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC IN THE CITY, I FELT VERY UNSAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AS I COULD TELL SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG BUT SLOWLY DROVE IT HOME. I FOUND OUT THAT THE SUBFRAME IS BROKEN DU...

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS SEVERELY CORRODED AT MOST OF THE CONNECTION POINTS. WHENEVER WE MAKE A TURN WE COULD HEAR THE RATTLING/GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM BENEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED AT THIS POINT, BUT I AM CONSIDERING DOING SOME REINFORCEMENTS AND HOPI...

Oct 30, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

NOTHING APPEARED WRONG WITH MY VEHICLE AND THEN I HEARD A LOUD CLUNK AND GRINDING IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING THROUGH RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC IN THE CITY, I FELT VERY UNSAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AS I COULD TELL SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG BUT SLOWLY DROVE IT HOME. I FOUND OUT THAT THE SUBFRAME IS BROKEN DU...

Oct 27, 2010 Structure 147,563 mi

MY BOYFRIEND AND I WAS ON OUR WAY HOME WITH OUR 6 KIDS DRIVING DOWN ROUTE 280 NJ ON THE NIGHT OF SEPT. 23, 2010. AFTER EXITING THE HIGHWAY, ABOUT A BLOCK AWAY FROM OUR HOUSE WHEN WE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND THE STEERING BECAME VERY POOR AND PULLING TO THE RIGHT, I PULLED THE CAR OVER AND MY B...

Oct 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY DURING MY ANNUAL CAR INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MY SUBFRAME IS DANGEROUSLY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL COST 1,200 TO REPLACE IT WITH A USED ONE. I QUESTION HOW LONG A USED ONE WILL LAST SINCE IT HAS BEEN SAID THA...

Oct 27, 2010 Structure

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY DURING MY ANNUAL CAR INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MY SUBFRAME IS DANGEROUSLY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL COST 1,200 TO REPLACE IT WITH A USED ONE. I QUESTION HOW LONG A USED ONE WILL LAST SINCE IT HAS BEEN SAID THA...

Oct 27, 2010 Structure 147,563 mi

MY BOYFRIEND AND I WAS ON OUR WAY HOME WITH OUR 6 KIDS DRIVING DOWN ROUTE 280 NJ ON THE NIGHT OF SEPT. 23, 2010. AFTER EXITING THE HIGHWAY, ABOUT A BLOCK AWAY FROM OUR HOUSE WHEN WE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND THE STEERING BECAME VERY POOR AND PULLING TO THE RIGHT, I PULLED THE CAR OVER AND MY B...

Oct 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY DURING MY ANNUAL CAR INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MY SUBFRAME IS DANGEROUSLY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL COST 1,200 TO REPLACE IT WITH A USED ONE. I QUESTION HOW LONG A USED ONE WILL LAST SINCE IT HAS BEEN SAID THA...

Oct 27, 2010 Structure

ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY DURING MY ANNUAL CAR INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT MY SUBFRAME IS DANGEROUSLY RUSTED THROUGH AND WILL COST 1,200 TO REPLACE IT WITH A USED ONE. I QUESTION HOW LONG A USED ONE WILL LAST SINCE IT HAS BEEN SAID THA...

Oct 26, 2010 Structure 76,250 mi

THE SUB FRAME ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE AT THE RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM. THE BREAK OCCURRED JUST AS MY WIFE HAD LEFT THE HIGHWAY AND WAS FORTUNATELY TRAVELING ONLY ABOUT 20MPH IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STEER AND IT COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM THE ROAD, AS THE HALF SHAFT HAD PULLE...

Oct 26, 2010 Structure 76,250 mi

THE SUB FRAME ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE AT THE RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARM. THE BREAK OCCURRED JUST AS MY WIFE HAD LEFT THE HIGHWAY AND WAS FORTUNATELY TRAVELING ONLY ABOUT 20MPH IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STEER AND IT COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM THE ROAD, AS THE HALF SHAFT HAD PULLE...

Oct 25, 2010 Structure 179,634 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS REGARDING FRONT SUBFRAME CORROSION. BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE CORROSION IS SO SEVERE THAT YOU CAN STICK YOUR FINGER THROUGH THE FRAME. THIS WAS DISCOVERED WHEN A WHEEL ALIGNMENT WAS BEING PERFORMED FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE OF NEW FRONT TIRES. IT WAS CONFIRMED BY THE LOCAL BILL M...

Oct 25, 2010 Structure 179,634 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS REGARDING FRONT SUBFRAME CORROSION. BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE CORROSION IS SO SEVERE THAT YOU CAN STICK YOUR FINGER THROUGH THE FRAME. THIS WAS DISCOVERED WHEN A WHEEL ALIGNMENT WAS BEING PERFORMED FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE OF NEW FRONT TIRES. IT WAS CONFIRMED BY THE LOCAL BILL M...

Oct 24, 2010 Structure 116,057 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RIGHT PASSENGER FRONT SUB FRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKE APART CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO BE THROWN OFF CENTER AND DIRECTIONAL NOT TO WORK. IT WAS FOUND WHEN AL OF A SUDDEN WE HERD AN EXHAUST NOISE AND LOOKED UNDER THE FRONT OF VEHICLE. IT HAS SEPARATED AT LEAST 1" 1/2 AND WE WERE TO...

Oct 24, 2010 Structure 116,057 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RIGHT PASSENGER FRONT SUB FRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKE APART CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO BE THROWN OFF CENTER AND DIRECTIONAL NOT TO WORK. IT WAS FOUND WHEN AL OF A SUDDEN WE HERD AN EXHAUST NOISE AND LOOKED UNDER THE FRONT OF VEHICLE. IT HAS SEPARATED AT LEAST 1" 1/2 AND WE WERE TO...

Oct 23, 2010 Structure 123,279 mi

I HAD MY CAR IN TO A FORD DEALER IN MASSACHUSETTS FOR THE RECALL OF THE REAR AXLE. WHEN THEY WERE DONE CHECKING THE REAR THE MECHANIC TOLD US NOT TO DRIVE VEHICLE DUE TO FAILURE OF THE SUB FRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT. THE FRAME HAD RUSTED AND BROKE AROUND THE BOLT. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T BREAK WHILE TRAVELI...

Oct 23, 2010 Structure 123,279 mi

I HAD MY CAR IN TO A FORD DEALER IN MASSACHUSETTS FOR THE RECALL OF THE REAR AXLE. WHEN THEY WERE DONE CHECKING THE REAR THE MECHANIC TOLD US NOT TO DRIVE VEHICLE DUE TO FAILURE OF THE SUB FRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT. THE FRAME HAD RUSTED AND BROKE AROUND THE BOLT. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T BREAK WHILE TRAVELI...

Oct 22, 2010 Structure 77,874 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR RUSTED OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED IN 20 09. WHENEVER WE MADE LEFTHAND TURNS WE WOULD HEAR A GRINDING NOISE. I FIRST BROUGHT THE CAR IN TO BE SERVICED IN 2004. THE SERVICE TECH COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I BROUGHT THE CAR IN TO THE DEALER 3 MORE TIMES BETWEE...

Oct 22, 2010 Structure 77,874 mi

THE SUBFRAME ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR RUSTED OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED IN 20 09. WHENEVER WE MADE LEFTHAND TURNS WE WOULD HEAR A GRINDING NOISE. I FIRST BROUGHT THE CAR IN TO BE SERVICED IN 2004. THE SERVICE TECH COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I BROUGHT THE CAR IN TO THE DEALER 3 MORE TIMES BETWEE...

Oct 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

RECALL ID# 09V399000 WAS COMPLETED FEW MONTHS AGO, NOW ABS ON DASH IS ON FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE IS PUT IN MOTION. DEALER PINPOINTED TROUBLE TO ABS CONTROL MODULE. OVERHEATING OF THE BOARD COULD BE THE RESULT OF THE LEAKING SCDS ON THE MODULE CONNECTOR. DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $ 1,000 TO FI...

Oct 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 160,000 mi

RECALL ID# 09V399000 WAS COMPLETED FEW MONTHS AGO, NOW ABS ON DASH IS ON FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE IS PUT IN MOTION. DEALER PINPOINTED TROUBLE TO ABS CONTROL MODULE. OVERHEATING OF THE BOARD COULD BE THE RESULT OF THE LEAKING SCDS ON THE MODULE CONNECTOR. DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $ 1,000 TO FI...

Oct 21, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

RECALL ID# 09V399000 WAS COMPLETED FEW MONTHS AGO, NOW ABS ON DASH IS ON FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE IS PUT IN MOTION. DEALER PINPOINTED TROUBLE TO ABS CONTROL MODULE. OVERHEATING OF THE BOARD COULD BE THE RESULT OF THE LEAKING SCDS ON THE MODULE CONNECTOR. DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $ 1,000 TO FI...

Oct 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 160,000 mi

RECALL ID# 09V399000 WAS COMPLETED FEW MONTHS AGO, NOW ABS ON DASH IS ON FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE IS PUT IN MOTION. DEALER PINPOINTED TROUBLE TO ABS CONTROL MODULE. OVERHEATING OF THE BOARD COULD BE THE RESULT OF THE LEAKING SCDS ON THE MODULE CONNECTOR. DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $ 1,000 TO FI...

Oct 20, 2010 Structure 180,000 mi

AFTER RECEIVING INFORMATION ABOUT A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR I DECIDED TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT. AFTER LOOKING UNDER THE ENTIRE VEHICLE I FOUND THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH ALSO, AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS IT WILL BREAK OFF AT ANY POINT IN TIME. I THINK THAT FORD OBV...

Oct 20, 2010 Structure 180,000 mi

AFTER RECEIVING INFORMATION ABOUT A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR I DECIDED TO TAKE A LOOK AT IT. AFTER LOOKING UNDER THE ENTIRE VEHICLE I FOUND THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH ALSO, AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS IT WILL BREAK OFF AT ANY POINT IN TIME. I THINK THAT FORD OBV...

Oct 19, 2010 Suspension 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN WHEN A LOUD POPPING NOISE SOUNDED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED IN OPERATION; AND UPON REACHING THE DESTINATION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT "A FRAME" COMPLE...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STILL COMING ON AFTER REPAIR MADE AT DEALER. *TR

Oct 19, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

ENGINE SUB-FRAME ROTTING AWAY. *TR

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System 101,000 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER, JUMPING I HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST I AM GOING, NOW MY GAS HAND AND TEMP. CONTROL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR A YEAR AND HALF. I HAVE HAD IT TO TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. NO ONE CAN FIND THE PROBLEM...

Oct 19, 2010 Equipment 101,000 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER, JUMPING I HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST I AM GOING, NOW MY GAS HAND AND TEMP. CONTROL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR A YEAR AND HALF. I HAVE HAD IT TO TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. NO ONE CAN FIND THE PROBLEM...

Oct 19, 2010 Suspension 70,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN WHEN A LOUD POPPING NOISE SOUNDED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED IN OPERATION; AND UPON REACHING THE DESTINATION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT "A FRAME" COMPLE...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STILL COMING ON AFTER REPAIR MADE AT DEALER. *TR

Oct 19, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

ENGINE SUB-FRAME ROTTING AWAY. *TR

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System 101,000 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER, JUMPING I HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST I AM GOING, NOW MY GAS HAND AND TEMP. CONTROL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR A YEAR AND HALF. I HAVE HAD IT TO TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. NO ONE CAN FIND THE PROBLEM...

Oct 19, 2010 Equipment 101,000 mi

I HAVE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER, JUMPING I HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST I AM GOING, NOW MY GAS HAND AND TEMP. CONTROL IS DOING THE SAME THING. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR A YEAR AND HALF. I HAVE HAD IT TO TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. NO ONE CAN FIND THE PROBLEM...

Oct 18, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

WENT TO FORD FOR 1999 REAR AXLE RECALL AND FOUND MY ENTIRE SUBFRAME ROTTED AT EVERY CONNECTION TO VEHICLE MORE DANGEROUS THAN REAR AXLE DO NOT KNOW WHAT HELD IT TO VEHICLE HAD REPLACED AT ABOUT $ 900.00 KEPT OLD PARTS FOUND MANY WINDSTARS HAVE SAME PROBLEM THE SALVAGE YARDS CAN NOT KEEP THE GOOD ...

Oct 18, 2010 Structure 113,345 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AT THE LOCAL DEALER, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER FRAME HAD RUSTED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 113,345.

Oct 18, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

WENT TO FORD FOR 1999 REAR AXLE RECALL AND FOUND MY ENTIRE SUBFRAME ROTTED AT EVERY CONNECTION TO VEHICLE MORE DANGEROUS THAN REAR AXLE DO NOT KNOW WHAT HELD IT TO VEHICLE HAD REPLACED AT ABOUT $ 900.00 KEPT OLD PARTS FOUND MANY WINDSTARS HAVE SAME PROBLEM THE SALVAGE YARDS CAN NOT KEEP THE GOOD ...

Oct 18, 2010 Structure 113,345 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AT THE LOCAL DEALER, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER FRAME HAD RUSTED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 113,345.

Oct 15, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

ABOUT 1 WEEK AGO MY CAR STARTED MAKING POPPING NOISES AROUND THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. A COUPLE OF DAYS AGO, I WENT TO TURN RIGHT AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND THE CAR MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT THE CAR WAS AT A VERY LOW SPEED, SO I WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL...

Oct 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 154,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH HAS BADLY RUSTED K CRADLE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FALL DOWN WHILE BEING DRIVEN AS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC. I TRIED TO FIND AN USED ONE BUT COULDN'T GET AS THEY WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. LOOKS LIKE IT HAS BAD MATERIAL OR BAD DESIGN. ITS A REAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Oct 15, 2010 Structure 154,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH HAS BADLY RUSTED K CRADLE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FALL DOWN WHILE BEING DRIVEN AS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC. I TRIED TO FIND AN USED ONE BUT COULDN'T GET AS THEY WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. LOOKS LIKE IT HAS BAD MATERIAL OR BAD DESIGN. ITS A REAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Oct 15, 2010 Structure 110,000 mi

ABOUT 1 WEEK AGO MY CAR STARTED MAKING POPPING NOISES AROUND THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. A COUPLE OF DAYS AGO, I WENT TO TURN RIGHT AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND THE CAR MADE A LOUD POPPING NOISE. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT THE CAR WAS AT A VERY LOW SPEED, SO I WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL...

Oct 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 154,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH HAS BADLY RUSTED K CRADLE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FALL DOWN WHILE BEING DRIVEN AS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC. I TRIED TO FIND AN USED ONE BUT COULDN'T GET AS THEY WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. LOOKS LIKE IT HAS BAD MATERIAL OR BAD DESIGN. ITS A REAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Oct 15, 2010 Structure 154,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH HAS BADLY RUSTED K CRADLE, WHICH CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FALL DOWN WHILE BEING DRIVEN AS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC. I TRIED TO FIND AN USED ONE BUT COULDN'T GET AS THEY WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. LOOKS LIKE IT HAS BAD MATERIAL OR BAD DESIGN. ITS A REAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 131,000 mi

VEHICLE BECAME UN SAFE TO DRIVE AND SWERVED FROM LANE TO LANE WHEN ACCELERATING. FOUND FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKEN ON PASSENGERS SIDE REAR CORNER. NEEDS NEW SUBFRAME IN FRONT. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Suspension 131,000 mi

VEHICLE BECAME UN SAFE TO DRIVE AND SWERVED FROM LANE TO LANE WHEN ACCELERATING. FOUND FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKEN ON PASSENGERS SIDE REAR CORNER. NEEDS NEW SUBFRAME IN FRONT. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 128,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME OR ENGINE CRADLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. NOTICED LOUD SCRAPING NOISE WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT. VEHICLE INSPECTED AND FOUND ONE OF THE FRONT SUB-FRAME MOUNTS RUSTED THROUGH AND ALMOST SEPARATED FROM ROUND RUBBER. (RIGHT SIDE, BACK) ALL OTHER 3 MOUNTS ARE FINE. I WAS TOLD "DO NOT DRIVE" T...

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 131,000 mi

VEHICLE BECAME UN SAFE TO DRIVE AND SWERVED FROM LANE TO LANE WHEN ACCELERATING. FOUND FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKEN ON PASSENGERS SIDE REAR CORNER. NEEDS NEW SUBFRAME IN FRONT. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Suspension 131,000 mi

VEHICLE BECAME UN SAFE TO DRIVE AND SWERVED FROM LANE TO LANE WHEN ACCELERATING. FOUND FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THRU AND BROKEN ON PASSENGERS SIDE REAR CORNER. NEEDS NEW SUBFRAME IN FRONT. *TR

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 128,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME OR ENGINE CRADLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. NOTICED LOUD SCRAPING NOISE WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT. VEHICLE INSPECTED AND FOUND ONE OF THE FRONT SUB-FRAME MOUNTS RUSTED THROUGH AND ALMOST SEPARATED FROM ROUND RUBBER. (RIGHT SIDE, BACK) ALL OTHER 3 MOUNTS ARE FINE. I WAS TOLD "DO NOT DRIVE" T...

Oct 10, 2010 Structure 135,735 mi

'99 FORD WINDSTAR. ON 10/4/10 THE VAN MADE AN ODD NOISE WHEN TURNING RIGHT. AS I DROVE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK THE SOUND GOT WORSE. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO BECAME UN-CENTERED ON 10/4. I DROVE IT VERY FEW MILES THAT WEEK., AS I WAS HOME ON VACATION WORKING ON HOME REPAIRS. ON 10/8, I TOOK IT TO A M...

Oct 10, 2010 Structure 135,735 mi

'99 FORD WINDSTAR. ON 10/4/10 THE VAN MADE AN ODD NOISE WHEN TURNING RIGHT. AS I DROVE THROUGHOUT THE WEEK THE SOUND GOT WORSE. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO BECAME UN-CENTERED ON 10/4. I DROVE IT VERY FEW MILES THAT WEEK., AS I WAS HOME ON VACATION WORKING ON HOME REPAIRS. ON 10/8, I TOOK IT TO A M...

Oct 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Oct 9, 2010 Power Train 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Oct 9, 2010 Equipment 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Oct 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Oct 9, 2010 Power Train 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Oct 9, 2010 Equipment 129,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR YEAR 1999. ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO THE TWO BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON, I HAD A FUSE # 10 BLOWN AND A NON WORKING SPEEDOMETER DIAL.( THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS THREE MONTHS THAT IS NOT WORKING) I DID TAKE A LOOK AT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. IN THE MANUAL I READ THAT REASON FOR THE BREAK LIGHT ...

Sep 30, 2010 Structure 157,500 mi

I WAS AT A SEAR'S AUTO REPAIR CENTER,FOR A FLAT TIRE REPAIR. A MECHANIC HAD SHOWN ME THE SUB FRAME,(ENGINE CRADLE) WAS ALL RUSTED OUT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,ALSO THE SPRING WAS BROKEN. I THEN PROCEEDED TO A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THEM LOOK AT IT .THEY TRIED TO FIND A USED SUB FRAME,BUT NO LUCK(T...

Sep 30, 2010 Suspension 157,500 mi

I WAS AT A SEAR'S AUTO REPAIR CENTER,FOR A FLAT TIRE REPAIR. A MECHANIC HAD SHOWN ME THE SUB FRAME,(ENGINE CRADLE) WAS ALL RUSTED OUT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,ALSO THE SPRING WAS BROKEN. I THEN PROCEEDED TO A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THEM LOOK AT IT .THEY TRIED TO FIND A USED SUB FRAME,BUT NO LUCK(T...

Sep 30, 2010 Structure 157,500 mi

I WAS AT A SEAR'S AUTO REPAIR CENTER,FOR A FLAT TIRE REPAIR. A MECHANIC HAD SHOWN ME THE SUB FRAME,(ENGINE CRADLE) WAS ALL RUSTED OUT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,ALSO THE SPRING WAS BROKEN. I THEN PROCEEDED TO A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THEM LOOK AT IT .THEY TRIED TO FIND A USED SUB FRAME,BUT NO LUCK(T...

Sep 30, 2010 Suspension 157,500 mi

I WAS AT A SEAR'S AUTO REPAIR CENTER,FOR A FLAT TIRE REPAIR. A MECHANIC HAD SHOWN ME THE SUB FRAME,(ENGINE CRADLE) WAS ALL RUSTED OUT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE,ALSO THE SPRING WAS BROKEN. I THEN PROCEEDED TO A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THEM LOOK AT IT .THEY TRIED TO FIND A USED SUB FRAME,BUT NO LUCK(T...

Sep 28, 2010 Suspension 128,175 mi

DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHEN I NOTICED A BANGING NOISE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT. STOPPED BY A GARAGE AND FOUND THE NOISE CAME FROM THE PASSENGER TIRE SHIFTING BACK AND FORTH DUE TO THE ENGINE CRADLE ROTTING ON BOTH SIDES WHERE THE SUSPENSION CONNECTS. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS ONLINE,I FIND...

Sep 28, 2010 Suspension 128,175 mi

DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WHEN I NOTICED A BANGING NOISE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT. STOPPED BY A GARAGE AND FOUND THE NOISE CAME FROM THE PASSENGER TIRE SHIFTING BACK AND FORTH DUE TO THE ENGINE CRADLE ROTTING ON BOTH SIDES WHERE THE SUSPENSION CONNECTS. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS ONLINE,I FIND...

Sep 25, 2010 Suspension 97,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE..HEARD RECALL ON NEWS A MONTH BEFORE FORD OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR, CONFIRMED AXLE PROBLEM. 3 WEEKS LATER DEALERSHIP CALLED AND INFORMED ME THE VEHICLE WAS "UNREPAIRABLE". *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Structure 97,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE..HEARD RECALL ON NEWS A MONTH BEFORE FORD OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR, CONFIRMED AXLE PROBLEM. 3 WEEKS LATER DEALERSHIP CALLED AND INFORMED ME THE VEHICLE WAS "UNREPAIRABLE". *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Suspension 97,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE..HEARD RECALL ON NEWS A MONTH BEFORE FORD OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR, CONFIRMED AXLE PROBLEM. 3 WEEKS LATER DEALERSHIP CALLED AND INFORMED ME THE VEHICLE WAS "UNREPAIRABLE". *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Structure 97,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE..HEARD RECALL ON NEWS A MONTH BEFORE FORD OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR, CONFIRMED AXLE PROBLEM. 3 WEEKS LATER DEALERSHIP CALLED AND INFORMED ME THE VEHICLE WAS "UNREPAIRABLE". *TR

Sep 23, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS CRACKED COMPLETELY THROUGH DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Sep 23, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS CRACKED COMPLETELY THROUGH DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR

Sep 21, 2010 Structure 91,910 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH AND SEPARATED RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. THE VEHICLE CAN NOT CONTROLLABLY STEER OR BRAKE WITH THIS CONDITION. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T SEPARATE WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED OR IT WOULD HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC ENDING. AN IMMEDIATE RECALL SH...

Sep 21, 2010 Suspension 91,910 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH AND SEPARATED RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. THE VEHICLE CAN NOT CONTROLLABLY STEER OR BRAKE WITH THIS CONDITION. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T SEPARATE WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED OR IT WOULD HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC ENDING. AN IMMEDIATE RECALL SH...

Sep 21, 2010 Structure 91,910 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH AND SEPARATED RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. THE VEHICLE CAN NOT CONTROLLABLY STEER OR BRAKE WITH THIS CONDITION. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T SEPARATE WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED OR IT WOULD HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC ENDING. AN IMMEDIATE RECALL SH...

Sep 21, 2010 Suspension 91,910 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRONT PASSENGER-SIDE SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH AND SEPARATED RENDERING THE VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. THE VEHICLE CAN NOT CONTROLLABLY STEER OR BRAKE WITH THIS CONDITION. LUCKILY IT DIDN'T SEPARATE WHILE AT HIGHWAY SPEED OR IT WOULD HAVE HAD A CATASTROPHIC ENDING. AN IMMEDIATE RECALL SH...

Sep 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE BRAKE ABS UNIT LEADING TO BRAKE PEDAL GOING TO THE FLOOR WITH TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKES WITHOUT ANY WARNING. BRAKES WERE FINE WHEN VAN WAS STARTED. AT SOME POINT PRESSING ON THE PEDAL RESULTED IN ABSOLUTELY NO BRAKING EFFORT BEING APPLIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. WHEN VEHICLE WAS ...

Sep 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,000 mi

CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE BRAKE ABS UNIT LEADING TO BRAKE PEDAL GOING TO THE FLOOR WITH TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKES WITHOUT ANY WARNING. BRAKES WERE FINE WHEN VAN WAS STARTED. AT SOME POINT PRESSING ON THE PEDAL RESULTED IN ABSOLUTELY NO BRAKING EFFORT BEING APPLIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. WHEN VEHICLE WAS ...

Sep 17, 2010 Suspension 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN HALF DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHAN...

Sep 17, 2010 Suspension 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN HALF DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHAN...

Sep 16, 2010 Structure 126,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED DUE TO RUST DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Sep 16, 2010 Structure 126,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANGING NOISE IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE FRONT SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED DUE TO RUST DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 144,342 mi

NOTICED LOUD SCRAPING NOISE WHEN STEERING HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AND FOUND RIGHT FRONT SUB-FRAME RUSTED AND SEPARATED FROM ROUND RUBBER BUSHING LOOKING INTO REPAIRS NOW AND FOUND ONLINE THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE STEERING LOSS. *TR

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED A RUST HOLE IN THE FRONT SUB FRAME. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 173000.

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

I STARTED NOTICING A "CLUNK" NOISE BY THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT TIRE. THEN EACH TIME YOU WOULD TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT, THE NOISE WAS MUCH MORE NOTICEABLE. THEN THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE WHILE DRIVING. THEN EACH TIME YOU TOOK A RIGHT TURN AND OR DRIVE OVER A BUMP, THE "CLU...

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 144,342 mi

NOTICED LOUD SCRAPING NOISE WHEN STEERING HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED AND FOUND RIGHT FRONT SUB-FRAME RUSTED AND SEPARATED FROM ROUND RUBBER BUSHING LOOKING INTO REPAIRS NOW AND FOUND ONLINE THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CAN CAUSE STEERING LOSS. *TR

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT NOTICED A RUST HOLE IN THE FRONT SUB FRAME. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 155000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 173000.

Sep 15, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

I STARTED NOTICING A "CLUNK" NOISE BY THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT TIRE. THEN EACH TIME YOU WOULD TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT, THE NOISE WAS MUCH MORE NOTICEABLE. THEN THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE WHILE DRIVING. THEN EACH TIME YOU TOOK A RIGHT TURN AND OR DRIVE OVER A BUMP, THE "CLU...

Sep 14, 2010 Electrical System 160,128 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE - I HAVE HAD MAJOR ONGOING ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH IT FOR THE PAST 6 MONTHS. I HAVE SEEN 2 DIFFERENT FORD DEALERSHIPS AND 3 DIFFERENT MECHANICS AND NO ONE CAN RELIEVE THE ISSUE. MY ABS BREAK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF. WHEN THIS BEGAN, I ALSO BEGAN TO LOOSE OTHER E...

Sep 14, 2010 Electrical System 160,128 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE - I HAVE HAD MAJOR ONGOING ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH IT FOR THE PAST 6 MONTHS. I HAVE SEEN 2 DIFFERENT FORD DEALERSHIPS AND 3 DIFFERENT MECHANICS AND NO ONE CAN RELIEVE THE ISSUE. MY ABS BREAK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF. WHEN THIS BEGAN, I ALSO BEGAN TO LOOSE OTHER E...

Sep 12, 2010 Structure 136,832 mi

SUBFRAME SEVERELY RUSTED @ REAR ENGINE CUSHIONS. MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. *TR

Sep 12, 2010 Structure 136,832 mi

SUBFRAME SEVERELY RUSTED @ REAR ENGINE CUSHIONS. MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Structure 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Traction Control System 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. TURNING OFF VEHICLE USUALLY RESETS. THEY WILL COME BACK ON WHEN DRIVING AFTER A WHILE AND MANY TIME AFTER HITTING A BUMP. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. TURNING OFF VEHICLE USUALLY RESETS. THEY WILL COME BACK ON WHEN DRIVING AFTER A WHILE AND MANY TIME AFTER HITTING A BUMP. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Structure 142,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE TIRE SEEMED TO HAVE A MIND OF IT'S OWN. WE WENT TO TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS - THE SECOND SAID THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND WE SHOULD NOT DRIVE THE VAN BECAUSE THE ENGINE WILL FALL OUT. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Structure 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Traction Control System 109,409 mi

CORROSION RELATED FAILURE FRONT RIGHT SUB-FRAME. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SHAKING, RIGHT FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP. ALSO ABS BRAKE LIGHTS ON IN DASH, ABS NO LONGER WORKS, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON, WORKS NO MORE. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. TURNING OFF VEHICLE USUALLY RESETS. THEY WILL COME BACK ON WHEN DRIVING AFTER A WHILE AND MANY TIME AFTER HITTING A BUMP. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. TURNING OFF VEHICLE USUALLY RESETS. THEY WILL COME BACK ON WHEN DRIVING AFTER A WHILE AND MANY TIME AFTER HITTING A BUMP. *TR

Sep 11, 2010 Structure 142,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE TIRE SEEMED TO HAVE A MIND OF IT'S OWN. WE WENT TO TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS - THE SECOND SAID THE SUBFRAME WAS RUSTED AND WE SHOULD NOT DRIVE THE VAN BECAUSE THE ENGINE WILL FALL OUT. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Suspension

FORD WINDSTAR 1999: MY MECHANIC SAID THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I AM TAKING IT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR EVALUATION. FORD WILL ALSO PERFORM THE REAR AXLE RECALL. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Structure

FORD WINDSTAR 1999: MY MECHANIC SAID THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I AM TAKING IT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR EVALUATION. FORD WILL ALSO PERFORM THE REAR AXLE RECALL. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Suspension

FORD WINDSTAR 1999: MY MECHANIC SAID THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I AM TAKING IT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR EVALUATION. FORD WILL ALSO PERFORM THE REAR AXLE RECALL. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Structure

FORD WINDSTAR 1999: MY MECHANIC SAID THE FRONT SUB-FRAME IS RUSTED TO THE POINT THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I AM TAKING IT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER FOR EVALUATION. FORD WILL ALSO PERFORM THE REAR AXLE RECALL. *TR

Sep 9, 2010 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HE COULD HEAR A LOUD SNAPPING NOISE FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. HE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME WHERE IT WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHER...

Sep 9, 2010 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND HE COULD HEAR A LOUD SNAPPING NOISE FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. HE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME WHERE IT WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHER...

Sep 8, 2010 Structure 162,000 mi

TOOK MY VAN INTO MIDAS FOR AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC CALLED ME OUT AND SHOWED ME THE K FRAME IS ROTTED AND HANGING OFF THE VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. THIS IS ALSO CAUSED ADDITIONAL FRONT END DAMAGE. MECHANIC TOLD US DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE. IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE FRONT OF OUR HOU...

Sep 8, 2010 Steering 162,000 mi

TOOK MY VAN INTO MIDAS FOR AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC CALLED ME OUT AND SHOWED ME THE K FRAME IS ROTTED AND HANGING OFF THE VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. THIS IS ALSO CAUSED ADDITIONAL FRONT END DAMAGE. MECHANIC TOLD US DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE. IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE FRONT OF OUR HOU...

Sep 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS LIGHT. *TR

Sep 8, 2010 Structure 162,000 mi

TOOK MY VAN INTO MIDAS FOR AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC CALLED ME OUT AND SHOWED ME THE K FRAME IS ROTTED AND HANGING OFF THE VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. THIS IS ALSO CAUSED ADDITIONAL FRONT END DAMAGE. MECHANIC TOLD US DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE. IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE FRONT OF OUR HOU...

Sep 8, 2010 Steering 162,000 mi

TOOK MY VAN INTO MIDAS FOR AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC CALLED ME OUT AND SHOWED ME THE K FRAME IS ROTTED AND HANGING OFF THE VEHICLE ON PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. THIS IS ALSO CAUSED ADDITIONAL FRONT END DAMAGE. MECHANIC TOLD US DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE. IT HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE FRONT OF OUR HOU...

Sep 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS LIGHT. *TR

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 172,000 mi

IRREGULAR BRAKING, EXPERIENCED AS AN ODD, SLIPPING LURCH AT THE COMPLETION OF A STOP OCCASIONED INVESTIGATION OF A SUPPOSED BRAKING PROBLEM BY OUR MECHANIC. PREVIOUSLY NOTED WAS THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT A QUARTER TURN FROM VERTICAL DURING STRAIGHT-AHEAD DRIVING. AFTER CHECKING TH...

Sep 3, 2010 Structure 172,000 mi

IRREGULAR BRAKING, EXPERIENCED AS AN ODD, SLIPPING LURCH AT THE COMPLETION OF A STOP OCCASIONED INVESTIGATION OF A SUPPOSED BRAKING PROBLEM BY OUR MECHANIC. PREVIOUSLY NOTED WAS THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT A QUARTER TURN FROM VERTICAL DURING STRAIGHT-AHEAD DRIVING. AFTER CHECKING TH...

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 172,000 mi

IRREGULAR BRAKING, EXPERIENCED AS AN ODD, SLIPPING LURCH AT THE COMPLETION OF A STOP OCCASIONED INVESTIGATION OF A SUPPOSED BRAKING PROBLEM BY OUR MECHANIC. PREVIOUSLY NOTED WAS THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT A QUARTER TURN FROM VERTICAL DURING STRAIGHT-AHEAD DRIVING. AFTER CHECKING TH...

Sep 3, 2010 Structure 172,000 mi

IRREGULAR BRAKING, EXPERIENCED AS AN ODD, SLIPPING LURCH AT THE COMPLETION OF A STOP OCCASIONED INVESTIGATION OF A SUPPOSED BRAKING PROBLEM BY OUR MECHANIC. PREVIOUSLY NOTED WAS THE MISALIGNMENT OF THE STEERING WHEEL ABOUT A QUARTER TURN FROM VERTICAL DURING STRAIGHT-AHEAD DRIVING. AFTER CHECKING TH...

Sep 2, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UNDER CARRIAGE WAS COVERED WITH RUST FROM FRONT TO BACK. THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE WAS BARELY BEING HELD IN PLACE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL WAS NO LONGER SUPPORTED BY THE FRAME AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS ALMO...

Sep 2, 2010 Power Train Fire 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE IN THE REAR WITH NO WARNING SIGNS FROM THE DASHBOARD. SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. EVERYONE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND A TOW TRUCK WAS CALLED...

Sep 2, 2010 Structure 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UNDER CARRIAGE WAS COVERED WITH RUST FROM FRONT TO BACK. THE SPARE TIRE UNDER THE VEHICLE WAS BARELY BEING HELD IN PLACE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL WAS NO LONGER SUPPORTED BY THE FRAME AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS ALMO...

Sep 2, 2010 Power Train Fire 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE IN THE REAR WITH NO WARNING SIGNS FROM THE DASHBOARD. SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND DROVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. EVERYONE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND A TOW TRUCK WAS CALLED...

Sep 1, 2010 Structure 78,180 mi

THE FRONT FRAME NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE I HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPAIR DEPARTMENT NOT TO SAFELY DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I HAVE READ WHERE THERE HAVE BEEN 900,000 COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN RECALL. THE VEHICLE HAS ONL...

Sep 1, 2010 Structure 78,180 mi

THE FRONT FRAME NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS RUSTED TO THE POINT WHERE I HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP REPAIR DEPARTMENT NOT TO SAFELY DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I HAVE READ WHERE THERE HAVE BEEN 900,000 COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN RECALL. THE VEHICLE HAS ONL...

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SCRAPING NOISE COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE REAR SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF. THERE WERE NO P...

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SCRAPING NOISE COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE REAR SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND DETECTED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF. THERE WERE NO P...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 130,316 mi

OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WE PURCHASED, BROKE ITS REAR BAR YESTERDAY. HOWEVER, WE PURCHASED IT USED FROM LUTHER FAMILY FORD IN NORTH DAKOTA, THEY TOLD US THAT OUR WINDSTAR HAD SPENT MOST OF ITS LIFE UP NORTH IN OHIO, MINNESOTA ETC. I LOOKED AT THE FORD WINDSTARS UNDER BODY YESTERDAY AND YOU CAN EAS...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 130,316 mi

OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WE PURCHASED, BROKE ITS REAR BAR YESTERDAY. HOWEVER, WE PURCHASED IT USED FROM LUTHER FAMILY FORD IN NORTH DAKOTA, THEY TOLD US THAT OUR WINDSTAR HAD SPENT MOST OF ITS LIFE UP NORTH IN OHIO, MINNESOTA ETC. I LOOKED AT THE FORD WINDSTARS UNDER BODY YESTERDAY AND YOU CAN EAS...

Aug 28, 2010 Suspension 88,562 mi

WEEK OF JUNE 21ST,2010 ON WEST KIMBERLY ROAD VAN BEGAN TO WAVER ON DRY PAVEMENT AND I GOT IT HOME SAFETY. INSPECTION REVEALED RIGHT REAR WHEEL AT A EXTREME ANGLE LEFT REAR WHEEL ALSO IS AT A SLANTED ANGLE. RUST HAS DAMAGED REAR AXLE BENDS WHERE REAR WHEEL ARE SECURED. LEFT IN GARAGE AS I CAN'T DRIVE...

Aug 28, 2010 Wheels 88,562 mi

WEEK OF JUNE 21ST,2010 ON WEST KIMBERLY ROAD VAN BEGAN TO WAVER ON DRY PAVEMENT AND I GOT IT HOME SAFETY. INSPECTION REVEALED RIGHT REAR WHEEL AT A EXTREME ANGLE LEFT REAR WHEEL ALSO IS AT A SLANTED ANGLE. RUST HAS DAMAGED REAR AXLE BENDS WHERE REAR WHEEL ARE SECURED. LEFT IN GARAGE AS I CAN'T DRIVE...

Aug 28, 2010 Suspension 115,024 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY WIFE NOTICED EXCESSIVE BOUNCING OF THE REAR END WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR. I HAD HER DRIVE IT TO THE LOCAL DEALER AND SURE ENOUGH THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WAS BOUNCING LIKE CRAZY. THE DEALER FOUND A SEVERE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE AND REPLACED IT ALONG WITH BOT...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 135,992 mi

AFTER A COUPLE OF INSPECTIONS AND LOTS OF CLUNKING NOISES AND ALIGNMENT ISSUES, MY MECHANIC (AND A MECHANIC FROM ANOTHER SHOP) SUGGESTED STRONGLY THAT I REPLACE THE VEHICLE'S SUBFRAME/ENGINE CRADLE. THE FRAME WAS RUSTING/ROTTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AT BOTH FRONT ENDS NEAR AND AROUND THE MOTOR MOUNTS...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 98,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME CRACKED LESS THAN A 100,000.00 MILES MECHANIC CONFUSED AND SURPRISED SAYS SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED ON SUCH A YOUNG CAR. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR STILL HAS A ABS LIGHT ON AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALER (DON SELLY KALAMAZOO MI) AND POINTING OUT THE ABS LIGHT, THE RECALL AND THAT WE ARE NOTICING IT TAKES MUCH LONGER TO STOP THIS VEHICLE THEN IT USED TO. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 130,316 mi

OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WE PURCHASED, BROKE ITS REAR BAR YESTERDAY. HOWEVER, WE PURCHASED IT USED FROM LUTHER FAMILY FORD IN NORTH DAKOTA, THEY TOLD US THAT OUR WINDSTAR HAD SPENT MOST OF ITS LIFE UP NORTH IN OHIO, MINNESOTA ETC. I LOOKED AT THE FORD WINDSTARS UNDER BODY YESTERDAY AND YOU CAN EAS...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 130,316 mi

OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WE PURCHASED, BROKE ITS REAR BAR YESTERDAY. HOWEVER, WE PURCHASED IT USED FROM LUTHER FAMILY FORD IN NORTH DAKOTA, THEY TOLD US THAT OUR WINDSTAR HAD SPENT MOST OF ITS LIFE UP NORTH IN OHIO, MINNESOTA ETC. I LOOKED AT THE FORD WINDSTARS UNDER BODY YESTERDAY AND YOU CAN EAS...

Aug 28, 2010 Suspension 88,562 mi

WEEK OF JUNE 21ST,2010 ON WEST KIMBERLY ROAD VAN BEGAN TO WAVER ON DRY PAVEMENT AND I GOT IT HOME SAFETY. INSPECTION REVEALED RIGHT REAR WHEEL AT A EXTREME ANGLE LEFT REAR WHEEL ALSO IS AT A SLANTED ANGLE. RUST HAS DAMAGED REAR AXLE BENDS WHERE REAR WHEEL ARE SECURED. LEFT IN GARAGE AS I CAN'T DRIVE...

Aug 28, 2010 Wheels 88,562 mi

WEEK OF JUNE 21ST,2010 ON WEST KIMBERLY ROAD VAN BEGAN TO WAVER ON DRY PAVEMENT AND I GOT IT HOME SAFETY. INSPECTION REVEALED RIGHT REAR WHEEL AT A EXTREME ANGLE LEFT REAR WHEEL ALSO IS AT A SLANTED ANGLE. RUST HAS DAMAGED REAR AXLE BENDS WHERE REAR WHEEL ARE SECURED. LEFT IN GARAGE AS I CAN'T DRIVE...

Aug 28, 2010 Suspension 115,024 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY WIFE NOTICED EXCESSIVE BOUNCING OF THE REAR END WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR. I HAD HER DRIVE IT TO THE LOCAL DEALER AND SURE ENOUGH THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WAS BOUNCING LIKE CRAZY. THE DEALER FOUND A SEVERE CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE AND REPLACED IT ALONG WITH BOT...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 135,992 mi

AFTER A COUPLE OF INSPECTIONS AND LOTS OF CLUNKING NOISES AND ALIGNMENT ISSUES, MY MECHANIC (AND A MECHANIC FROM ANOTHER SHOP) SUGGESTED STRONGLY THAT I REPLACE THE VEHICLE'S SUBFRAME/ENGINE CRADLE. THE FRAME WAS RUSTING/ROTTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AT BOTH FRONT ENDS NEAR AND AROUND THE MOTOR MOUNTS...

Aug 28, 2010 Structure 98,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME CRACKED LESS THAN A 100,000.00 MILES MECHANIC CONFUSED AND SURPRISED SAYS SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED ON SUCH A YOUNG CAR. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR STILL HAS A ABS LIGHT ON AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALER (DON SELLY KALAMAZOO MI) AND POINTING OUT THE ABS LIGHT, THE RECALL AND THAT WE ARE NOTICING IT TAKES MUCH LONGER TO STOP THIS VEHICLE THEN IT USED TO. *TR

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 97,700 mi

FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED AXLE IN CALIFORNIA. HAD FORD REPLACE THE AXLE----THIS WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO. AS IT WAS ANNOUNCED TODAY, WE ARE AMAZED THAT CALIFORNIA WOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED A COLD WEATHER STATE (POOR DESIGNATION, GIVEN THAT CARS MOVE). WE FREQUENTED LAKE TAHOE (CALIF),...

Aug 27, 2010 Steering 97,700 mi

FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED AXLE IN CALIFORNIA. HAD FORD REPLACE THE AXLE----THIS WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO. AS IT WAS ANNOUNCED TODAY, WE ARE AMAZED THAT CALIFORNIA WOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED A COLD WEATHER STATE (POOR DESIGNATION, GIVEN THAT CARS MOVE). WE FREQUENTED LAKE TAHOE (CALIF),...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. BEGAN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM SCDS ONTO TRANSAXLE AND DOWN FIREWALL. SCDS HAS SINCE BEEN REPLACED UNDER RECALL. ONCE I BECAME AWARE OF THE SCDS PROBLEM I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ALL AROUND THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CONCURRENT WITH THE LEAKING F...

Aug 27, 2010 Electrical System 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. BEGAN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM SCDS ONTO TRANSAXLE AND DOWN FIREWALL. SCDS HAS SINCE BEEN REPLACED UNDER RECALL. ONCE I BECAME AWARE OF THE SCDS PROBLEM I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ALL AROUND THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CONCURRENT WITH THE LEAKING F...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED WITH YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON. THIS IS CRITICAL IN THAT THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM DOES NOT FUNCTION AS DESIGNED BY FORD. THE ISSUE IS CAUSED BY HEAT IN THE ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) ECM (ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE) (2C219) MODULE CAUSING EXPANSION OF A LARGE...

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 125,500 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION COMPLETE SEPARATION OF LOWER CONTROL ARMS . LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. *TR

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 97,700 mi

FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED AXLE IN CALIFORNIA. HAD FORD REPLACE THE AXLE----THIS WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO. AS IT WAS ANNOUNCED TODAY, WE ARE AMAZED THAT CALIFORNIA WOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED A COLD WEATHER STATE (POOR DESIGNATION, GIVEN THAT CARS MOVE). WE FREQUENTED LAKE TAHOE (CALIF),...

Aug 27, 2010 Steering 97,700 mi

FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED AXLE IN CALIFORNIA. HAD FORD REPLACE THE AXLE----THIS WAS NOT UNDER A RECALL NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO. AS IT WAS ANNOUNCED TODAY, WE ARE AMAZED THAT CALIFORNIA WOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED A COLD WEATHER STATE (POOR DESIGNATION, GIVEN THAT CARS MOVE). WE FREQUENTED LAKE TAHOE (CALIF),...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. BEGAN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM SCDS ONTO TRANSAXLE AND DOWN FIREWALL. SCDS HAS SINCE BEEN REPLACED UNDER RECALL. ONCE I BECAME AWARE OF THE SCDS PROBLEM I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ALL AROUND THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CONCURRENT WITH THE LEAKING F...

Aug 27, 2010 Electrical System 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. BEGAN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM SCDS ONTO TRANSAXLE AND DOWN FIREWALL. SCDS HAS SINCE BEEN REPLACED UNDER RECALL. ONCE I BECAME AWARE OF THE SCDS PROBLEM I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ALL AROUND THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CONCURRENT WITH THE LEAKING F...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED WITH YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON. THIS IS CRITICAL IN THAT THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM DOES NOT FUNCTION AS DESIGNED BY FORD. THE ISSUE IS CAUSED BY HEAT IN THE ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) ECM (ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE) (2C219) MODULE CAUSING EXPANSION OF A LARGE...

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 125,500 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION COMPLETE SEPARATION OF LOWER CONTROL ARMS . LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. *TR

Aug 26, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

FRONT FRAME (SHOP CALLED IT A K-MEMBER OR ENGINE CRADLE) WAS RUSTED THRU & BROKE OFF WHERE IT ATTACHED TO THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING LOCALLY, LUCKILY NOT ON THE FREEWAY. STEERING WHEEL WENT OUT OF ALIGNMENT A FULL 90 TO 120 DEGREES WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING. ...

Aug 26, 2010 Suspension 138,000 mi

SEVERELY CRACKED (75%) REAR AXLE BEAM. NOT FIXED YET, LOOKING FOR A SHOP TO REPLACE THE PART WITH A SALVAGE YARD PART. REPLACEMENT AT THE FORD DEALER IS WAY TOO MUCH MONEY. *TR

Aug 26, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

FRONT FRAME (SHOP CALLED IT A K-MEMBER OR ENGINE CRADLE) WAS RUSTED THRU & BROKE OFF WHERE IT ATTACHED TO THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING LOCALLY, LUCKILY NOT ON THE FREEWAY. STEERING WHEEL WENT OUT OF ALIGNMENT A FULL 90 TO 120 DEGREES WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING. ...

Aug 26, 2010 Suspension 138,000 mi

SEVERELY CRACKED (75%) REAR AXLE BEAM. NOT FIXED YET, LOOKING FOR A SHOP TO REPLACE THE PART WITH A SALVAGE YARD PART. REPLACEMENT AT THE FORD DEALER IS WAY TOO MUCH MONEY. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension 87,246 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD PROBLEM CONTROLLING THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR HOME BUT WHEN I BACKED THE CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY, I HEARD A RUBBING SOUND . I LOOK TO SEE THAT MY REAR TIRES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR ARE LEANING INTO THE CAR. LOOKING UNDER THE CAR THE REAR AXLE BEAM IS CRACK...

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension 119,000 mi

WHILE EXITING A HIGHWAY WITHOUT WARNING THE REAR AXLE BEAM OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF CAUSING THE REAR WHEELS TO TILT INWARD AND RUB AGAINST THE INNER WHEEL WELLS. THE VEHICLE CAME TO AN ABRUPT HALT NEARLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME TO REAR END ME. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension Crash 170,000 mi

MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE GETTING OFF I-696 TO MOUND IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN THE REAR AXLE SNAPPED. THE VAN SWERVED AND THEN ROLLED 3 TIMES. THE VAN CAME TO A REST UPSIDE DOWN AND WHEN THE REAR AXLE SNAPPED IT WENT THROUGH THE GAS TANK AND COVERED OUR BABY IN GASOLINE. THIS HAPPENED ON 1-21-201...

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension 87,246 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD PROBLEM CONTROLLING THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR HOME BUT WHEN I BACKED THE CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY, I HEARD A RUBBING SOUND . I LOOK TO SEE THAT MY REAR TIRES ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR ARE LEANING INTO THE CAR. LOOKING UNDER THE CAR THE REAR AXLE BEAM IS CRACK...

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension 119,000 mi

WHILE EXITING A HIGHWAY WITHOUT WARNING THE REAR AXLE BEAM OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF CAUSING THE REAR WHEELS TO TILT INWARD AND RUB AGAINST THE INNER WHEEL WELLS. THE VEHICLE CAME TO AN ABRUPT HALT NEARLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME TO REAR END ME. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Suspension Crash 170,000 mi

MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE GETTING OFF I-696 TO MOUND IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN THE REAR AXLE SNAPPED. THE VAN SWERVED AND THEN ROLLED 3 TIMES. THE VAN CAME TO A REST UPSIDE DOWN AND WHEN THE REAR AXLE SNAPPED IT WENT THROUGH THE GAS TANK AND COVERED OUR BABY IN GASOLINE. THIS HAPPENED ON 1-21-201...

Aug 19, 2010 Structure 75,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION HAS CAUSED FRAME TO BREAK ON PASSENGER SIDE. BREAK LIKELY OCCURRED WHILE MAKING A HARD RIGHT TURN TO JOIN TRAFFIC ON A 40MPH ROAD AS A NOISE WAS HEARD AT THAT TIME. NOT REALIZING THAT SOME STRUCTURAL FAILURE HAD OCCURRED THE CAR WAS DRIVEN ON TWO MORE OCCASIONS ON THE FOLLO...

Aug 19, 2010 Structure 75,000 mi

FRONT SUB-FRAME CORROSION HAS CAUSED FRAME TO BREAK ON PASSENGER SIDE. BREAK LIKELY OCCURRED WHILE MAKING A HARD RIGHT TURN TO JOIN TRAFFIC ON A 40MPH ROAD AS A NOISE WAS HEARD AT THAT TIME. NOT REALIZING THAT SOME STRUCTURAL FAILURE HAD OCCURRED THE CAR WAS DRIVEN ON TWO MORE OCCASIONS ON THE FOLLO...

Aug 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER ...

Aug 18, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER ...

Aug 18, 2010 Structure 136,340 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH ON A CITY STREET. THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE CAR IS BEING PICKED UP TOMORROW (THURSDAY AUGUST 19, 2010) AND I WILL SEE IF THE BROKEN AXLE IS AVAILABLE. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Equipment 136,340 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH ON A CITY STREET. THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE CAR IS BEING PICKED UP TOMORROW (THURSDAY AUGUST 19, 2010) AND I WILL SEE IF THE BROKEN AXLE IS AVAILABLE. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER ...

Aug 18, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR FACILITY BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE OR DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER ...

Aug 18, 2010 Structure 136,340 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH ON A CITY STREET. THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE CAR IS BEING PICKED UP TOMORROW (THURSDAY AUGUST 19, 2010) AND I WILL SEE IF THE BROKEN AXLE IS AVAILABLE. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Equipment 136,340 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH ON A CITY STREET. THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE CAR IS BEING PICKED UP TOMORROW (THURSDAY AUGUST 19, 2010) AND I WILL SEE IF THE BROKEN AXLE IS AVAILABLE. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Suspension 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAL AXLE PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING LOCALLY FELT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT RIGHT. RETURNED HOME TO FIND THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD SNAPPED. HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO SPEND THE MONEY AND HAVE IT FIXED. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Suspension 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAL AXLE PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING LOCALLY FELT THAT SOMETHING WAS NOT RIGHT. RETURNED HOME TO FIND THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD SNAPPED. HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO SPEND THE MONEY AND HAVE IT FIXED. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Suspension 112,286 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN - WHILE DRIVING VAN JUST DROPPED IN THE BACK DRAGGING AND SMOKING UNTIL WE COULD PULL OVER. VERY SCARY. CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND FURTHER INSPECTION REVEALED THE REAR AXEL JUST CRACKED IN TWO. REAR TIRES WERE BOWED IN AND VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. TOW TRUCK OWNER SAID IT...

Aug 16, 2010 Structure 157,450 mi

WAS DRIVING MY 99 WINDSTAR SOUTH BOUND AT ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AND HAD THOUGHT THAT A TIRE WENT FLAT ALMOST LOST CONTROL TRIED TO PULL LEFT BUT THE VAN WAS STILL GOING RIGHT AND ALMOST SPUN ME AROUND AND ALMOST COLLIDED WITH THREE OTHER CARS,UPON PULLING OVER HEARD NOISES COMING ...

Aug 16, 2010 Suspension 112,286 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN - WHILE DRIVING VAN JUST DROPPED IN THE BACK DRAGGING AND SMOKING UNTIL WE COULD PULL OVER. VERY SCARY. CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND FURTHER INSPECTION REVEALED THE REAR AXEL JUST CRACKED IN TWO. REAR TIRES WERE BOWED IN AND VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. TOW TRUCK OWNER SAID IT...

Aug 16, 2010 Structure 157,450 mi

WAS DRIVING MY 99 WINDSTAR SOUTH BOUND AT ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AND HAD THOUGHT THAT A TIRE WENT FLAT ALMOST LOST CONTROL TRIED TO PULL LEFT BUT THE VAN WAS STILL GOING RIGHT AND ALMOST SPUN ME AROUND AND ALMOST COLLIDED WITH THREE OTHER CARS,UPON PULLING OVER HEARD NOISES COMING ...

Aug 11, 2010 Electrical System 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR ON A REGULAR BASIS AND THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED WITH THE HAZARD OF NOT KNOWING HOW FAST HE WAS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING T...

Aug 11, 2010 Electrical System 113,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR ON A REGULAR BASIS AND THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED WITH THE HAZARD OF NOT KNOWING HOW FAST HE WAS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING T...

Aug 9, 2010 Structure 112,850 mi

1999 WINDSTAR,FRONT SUBFRAME BROKE OFF DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

NOISE HEARD IN FRONT END. SUSPECTED PROBLEM POSSIBLY WITH JOINTS....TURNS OUT TO BE A RUSTED AND CRACKED FRAME. *TR THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITHIN THE LAST TWO WEEKS THE SALVAGE CO WHO TOOK OUR CAR WITNESSED THIS SAME PROBLEM. DANGEROUS!

Aug 9, 2010 Structure 112,850 mi

1999 WINDSTAR,FRONT SUBFRAME BROKE OFF DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Structure 92,000 mi

NOISE HEARD IN FRONT END. SUSPECTED PROBLEM POSSIBLY WITH JOINTS....TURNS OUT TO BE A RUSTED AND CRACKED FRAME. *TR THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITHIN THE LAST TWO WEEKS THE SALVAGE CO WHO TOOK OUR CAR WITNESSED THIS SAME PROBLEM. DANGEROUS!

Aug 6, 2010 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY LOUD POP. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES WERE FLAT. THE REAR AXLE WAS ALSO FRACTURED IN HALF AND HANGING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR F...

Aug 6, 2010 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY LOUD POP. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES WERE FLAT. THE REAR AXLE WAS ALSO FRACTURED IN HALF AND HANGING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR F...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

I WAS SERVICING THE BRAKES AND NOTICE THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUB-FRAME (ENGINE CRADLE) WAS RUSTING AWAY. I WAS TELLING MY FATHER ABOUT THE FRAME RUSTING AND HE HAD THOUGHT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. I STARTED SEARCHING THE INTERNET AND FOUND ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. BUT NO RECALL INFO...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE FRONT WHEEL BEGAN TO WOBBLE ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER DISCOVERED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED AND PARTIALLY SEPARATED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHERE THE WHEEL WAS MOUNTED TO THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED B...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO FORMALLY SUBMIT A COMPLAINT ALONG WITH THE OTHER FORD WINDSTAR OWNERS FOR REAR AXLE BREAKING. MY 1999 WINDSTAR BROKE LAST NIGHT WHILE TRAVELING ON I90 IN BOSTON. THE CAR BEGAN TO WANDER EXCESSIVELY, THEN NOISES, TIRE SMOKE, AND DANGEROUS CONTROLLABILITY. MY DAUGHTER WAS IN THE CAR,...

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

TRANSMISSION BANGS HARD FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR AND OVERDRIVE LIGHT COMES ON SAYING OD IS OFF. THIS STARTED A FEW MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN LATE 2001;IT WAS FIXED BY THE DEALER. IT STARTED AGAIN IN EARLY 2006. MILLER FORD REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. IT WAS JUST OUT SIDE OF MY 4 YEAR WARRANTY BUT...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure

RUSTED OUT SUB FRAME. IT COST ME $1,150.00 DOLLARS TO REPAIR WITH A USED ONE. NOT HAPPY. TRANNY SLAMS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR; IT STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN 2001, THEY FIXED IT. THEN IT STARTED AGAIN IN 2006 WHEN IT HIT ABOUT 80,000 MILES. I STOPPED DRIVING IT FOR AWHILE AFTER FIGHTING...

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train

RUSTED OUT SUB FRAME. IT COST ME $1,150.00 DOLLARS TO REPAIR WITH A USED ONE. NOT HAPPY. TRANNY SLAMS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR; IT STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN 2001, THEY FIXED IT. THEN IT STARTED AGAIN IN 2006 WHEN IT HIT ABOUT 80,000 MILES. I STOPPED DRIVING IT FOR AWHILE AFTER FIGHTING...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

I WAS SERVICING THE BRAKES AND NOTICE THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUB-FRAME (ENGINE CRADLE) WAS RUSTING AWAY. I WAS TELLING MY FATHER ABOUT THE FRAME RUSTING AND HE HAD THOUGHT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT. I STARTED SEARCHING THE INTERNET AND FOUND ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. BUT NO RECALL INFO...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE FRONT WHEEL BEGAN TO WOBBLE ABNORMALLY. THE DEALER DISCOVERED THAT THE FRAME WAS RUSTED AND PARTIALLY SEPARATED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHERE THE WHEEL WAS MOUNTED TO THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED B...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure 140,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO FORMALLY SUBMIT A COMPLAINT ALONG WITH THE OTHER FORD WINDSTAR OWNERS FOR REAR AXLE BREAKING. MY 1999 WINDSTAR BROKE LAST NIGHT WHILE TRAVELING ON I90 IN BOSTON. THE CAR BEGAN TO WANDER EXCESSIVELY, THEN NOISES, TIRE SMOKE, AND DANGEROUS CONTROLLABILITY. MY DAUGHTER WAS IN THE CAR,...

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train 79,000 mi

TRANSMISSION BANGS HARD FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR AND OVERDRIVE LIGHT COMES ON SAYING OD IS OFF. THIS STARTED A FEW MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN LATE 2001;IT WAS FIXED BY THE DEALER. IT STARTED AGAIN IN EARLY 2006. MILLER FORD REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. IT WAS JUST OUT SIDE OF MY 4 YEAR WARRANTY BUT...

Aug 5, 2010 Structure

RUSTED OUT SUB FRAME. IT COST ME $1,150.00 DOLLARS TO REPAIR WITH A USED ONE. NOT HAPPY. TRANNY SLAMS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR; IT STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN 2001, THEY FIXED IT. THEN IT STARTED AGAIN IN 2006 WHEN IT HIT ABOUT 80,000 MILES. I STOPPED DRIVING IT FOR AWHILE AFTER FIGHTING...

Aug 5, 2010 Power Train

RUSTED OUT SUB FRAME. IT COST ME $1,150.00 DOLLARS TO REPAIR WITH A USED ONE. NOT HAPPY. TRANNY SLAMS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR; IT STARTED ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT IN 2001, THEY FIXED IT. THEN IT STARTED AGAIN IN 2006 WHEN IT HIT ABOUT 80,000 MILES. I STOPPED DRIVING IT FOR AWHILE AFTER FIGHTING...

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 114,562 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM HAS CRACK AND SOME ROT. I NOW HAVE VAN PARKED FOR FEAR FOR SAFETY FOR MY FAMILY. WE DO NOT HAVE A SECOND VEHICLE TO USE .SO IT WILL BE A BURDEN UNTIL A RECALL IS IN ORDER. I AM A FORD GUY AND ALWAYS BOUGHT A FORD VEHICLE AND NOW IM HAVING DOUBT ABOUT THEIR LACKING FOR THIS RECALL. SHA...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 150,400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES...

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN UNUSUAL CLUNKING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR FRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED FOR THE FAILURE AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT...

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 114,562 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM HAS CRACK AND SOME ROT. I NOW HAVE VAN PARKED FOR FEAR FOR SAFETY FOR MY FAMILY. WE DO NOT HAVE A SECOND VEHICLE TO USE .SO IT WILL BE A BURDEN UNTIL A RECALL IS IN ORDER. I AM A FORD GUY AND ALWAYS BOUGHT A FORD VEHICLE AND NOW IM HAVING DOUBT ABOUT THEIR LACKING FOR THIS RECALL. SHA...

Aug 4, 2010 Power Train 150,400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES...

Aug 4, 2010 Structure 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN UNUSUAL CLUNKING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR FRAME WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED FOR THE FAILURE AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT...

Aug 3, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

THE REAR AXEL OR REAR CASING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF. I DID SOME RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET AND SEE THERE ARE MANY OTHER PEOPLE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. IT IS JUST A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS. THANK GOD MY KIDS WERE NOT IN THE CAR WHEN THIS HAPPENED. FO...

Aug 3, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

THE REAR AXEL OR REAR CASING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF. I DID SOME RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET AND SEE THERE ARE MANY OTHER PEOPLE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. IT IS JUST A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS. THANK GOD MY KIDS WERE NOT IN THE CAR WHEN THIS HAPPENED. FO...

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train Crash 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH WHEN HE TRAVELED OVER A ROAD BUMP. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN AT 360 DEGREES FIVE TIMES BEFORE CRASHING INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY WHE...

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 114,952 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD WOBBLE ABNORMALLY WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 114,952.

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train Crash 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH WHEN HE TRAVELED OVER A ROAD BUMP. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SPUN AT 360 DEGREES FIVE TIMES BEFORE CRASHING INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY WHE...

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 114,952 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD WOBBLE ABNORMALLY WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS ADVISED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 114,952.

Aug 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 140,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR AFTER RECALL, LINK HAS BEEN INSTALLED. ABS LIGHT STILL TURNED ON AND LEAKING BRAKE FLUID UNDER LINK THAT WAS INSTALLED BY FORD DEALER. *TR

Aug 1, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING NUMEROUS BATTERY PROBLEMS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. WENT THROUGH 3 BATTERIES AND 1 ALTERNATOR. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. TOLD ME THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. MY 99 WINDSTAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. T...

Aug 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING NUMEROUS BATTERY PROBLEMS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. WENT THROUGH 3 BATTERIES AND 1 ALTERNATOR. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. TOLD ME THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. MY 99 WINDSTAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. T...

Aug 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 140,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR AFTER RECALL, LINK HAS BEEN INSTALLED. ABS LIGHT STILL TURNED ON AND LEAKING BRAKE FLUID UNDER LINK THAT WAS INSTALLED BY FORD DEALER. *TR

Aug 1, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING NUMEROUS BATTERY PROBLEMS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. WENT THROUGH 3 BATTERIES AND 1 ALTERNATOR. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. TOLD ME THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. MY 99 WINDSTAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. T...

Aug 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

99 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING NUMEROUS BATTERY PROBLEMS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS. WENT THROUGH 3 BATTERIES AND 1 ALTERNATOR. TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHO COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. TOLD ME THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. MY 99 WINDSTAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL. T...

Jul 30, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRAME IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILUR...

Jul 30, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRAME IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILUR...

Jul 27, 2010 Structure 124,513 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LE SEEMED TO BE SWAYING ON TURNS. I LOOKED UNDER AND THE REAR AXLE WAS SNAPPED IN TWO ABOUT 12" OFF OF CENTER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. I WAS ONLY ON LOCAL ROADS, GOING NO MORE THAN 35 OR 40 AT MOST. IT IS NOW PARKED IN A PUBLIC LOT. I TOOK PICTURES. I RESEARCHED TO FIND OUT HO...

Jul 27, 2010 Structure 124,513 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LE SEEMED TO BE SWAYING ON TURNS. I LOOKED UNDER AND THE REAR AXLE WAS SNAPPED IN TWO ABOUT 12" OFF OF CENTER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. I WAS ONLY ON LOCAL ROADS, GOING NO MORE THAN 35 OR 40 AT MOST. IT IS NOW PARKED IN A PUBLIC LOT. I TOOK PICTURES. I RESEARCHED TO FIND OUT HO...

Jul 20, 2010 Structure 144,000 mi

MY 99 WINDSTAR WITH 144,000 R/F SUB FRAME SNAPPED DUE TO RUST FROM THE A/C DRAIN TUBE LOCATED ABOVE THE SUB FRAME. POOR DESIGN ON THE PART OF FORD. THIS VAN IS IN VERY GOOD RUNNING CONDITION, BUT NOW IT WILL COST MORE THAN IT'S BLUE BOOK WORTH TO REPAIR IT. PLEASE FIND BELOW A LINK TO A FORUM WHER...

Jul 20, 2010 Structure 144,000 mi

MY 99 WINDSTAR WITH 144,000 R/F SUB FRAME SNAPPED DUE TO RUST FROM THE A/C DRAIN TUBE LOCATED ABOVE THE SUB FRAME. POOR DESIGN ON THE PART OF FORD. THIS VAN IS IN VERY GOOD RUNNING CONDITION, BUT NOW IT WILL COST MORE THAN IT'S BLUE BOOK WORTH TO REPAIR IT. PLEASE FIND BELOW A LINK TO A FORUM WHER...

Jul 19, 2010 Suspension 170,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN I95 IN PHILADELPHIA MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR STARTED TO SWERVE AND MAKE STRANGE NOISES. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND NOTICED MY REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE ON A 45 DEGREE SLANT AND MY OTHER TIRE ON A SLANT TOO. I HAD THE CAR TOWED BACK TO A MECHANIC SHOP. WHEN THE PUT IT UP ON THE LIFT WE NO...

Jul 19, 2010 Suspension 170,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN I95 IN PHILADELPHIA MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR STARTED TO SWERVE AND MAKE STRANGE NOISES. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND NOTICED MY REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE ON A 45 DEGREE SLANT AND MY OTHER TIRE ON A SLANT TOO. I HAD THE CAR TOWED BACK TO A MECHANIC SHOP. WHEN THE PUT IT UP ON THE LIFT WE NO...

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 103,500 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR W/ 103,500 MI. TRAVELING 57MPH ON HIGHWAY. WHILE TRAVELING OVER A ROUGH SECTION THE VAN STARTED TO SHIMMY, THEN THE REAR STARTED SWAYING SIDE TO SIDE RAPIDLY THEN THE REAREND OF THE VAN DROPPED. THE FACT THAT THE REAREND DROPPED, W/ THE TOPS OF BOTH TIRES RIDING AGAINST THE INNE...

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 103,500 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR W/ 103,500 MI. TRAVELING 57MPH ON HIGHWAY. WHILE TRAVELING OVER A ROUGH SECTION THE VAN STARTED TO SHIMMY, THEN THE REAR STARTED SWAYING SIDE TO SIDE RAPIDLY THEN THE REAREND OF THE VAN DROPPED. THE FACT THAT THE REAREND DROPPED, W/ THE TOPS OF BOTH TIRES RIDING AGAINST THE INNE...

Jul 14, 2010 Suspension 96,765 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE, 99 FORD WINDSTAR. AXLE AILED (BROKE) ON 4-8-09 AT 96,765 MILES AND THEN AGAIN ON 7-13-10 AT 107,500 MILES. FIRST TIME THE AXLE SNAPPED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE 2ND TIME IT SNAPPED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. BOTH TIMES THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE AXLE BRO...

Jul 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. ALREADY HAD VEHICLE SERVICED FOR RECALL 09V399000, BUT CONTINUE TO GET INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. ALREADY HAD VEHICLE SERVICED FOR RECALL 09V399000, BUT CONTINUE TO GET INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Suspension 96,765 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM FAILURE, 99 FORD WINDSTAR. AXLE AILED (BROKE) ON 4-8-09 AT 96,765 MILES AND THEN AGAIN ON 7-13-10 AT 107,500 MILES. FIRST TIME THE AXLE SNAPPED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE 2ND TIME IT SNAPPED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. BOTH TIMES THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE AXLE BRO...

Jul 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. ALREADY HAD VEHICLE SERVICED FOR RECALL 09V399000, BUT CONTINUE TO GET INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. *TR

Jul 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 105,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. ALREADY HAD VEHICLE SERVICED FOR RECALL 09V399000, BUT CONTINUE TO GET INTERMITTENT ABS WARNING LIGHT. *TR

Jul 13, 2010 Structure 73,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF GOOD THING NOBODY HURT. I CALLED FORD THEY ARE DOING NOTHING ABOUT THIS 900.00 TO FIX PROBLEM THIS HAPPENED 7/8/2010 73,000, MILES. *TR

Jul 13, 2010 Structure 73,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF GOOD THING NOBODY HURT. I CALLED FORD THEY ARE DOING NOTHING ABOUT THIS 900.00 TO FIX PROBLEM THIS HAPPENED 7/8/2010 73,000, MILES. *TR

Jul 12, 2010 Power Train 189,000 mi

REAR AXLE RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 12, 2010 Suspension 189,000 mi

REAR AXLE RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 12, 2010 Power Train 189,000 mi

REAR AXLE RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 12, 2010 Suspension 189,000 mi

REAR AXLE RUSTED AND BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS FAILURE, BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Jul 11, 2010 Structure 166,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED USED APPROXIMATELY 9 YEARS AGO. ON FRIDAY, JULY 9TH, I WAS ON MY WAY TO THE BEACH WITH TWO OF MY SONS AND HAD JUST CROSSED THE DELAWARE MEMORIAL BRIDGE AND HAD TURNED ONTO ROUTE 40 WHEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT TIRE BUT THEN ...

Jul 11, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS FAILURE, BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Jul 11, 2010 Structure 166,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED USED APPROXIMATELY 9 YEARS AGO. ON FRIDAY, JULY 9TH, I WAS ON MY WAY TO THE BEACH WITH TWO OF MY SONS AND HAD JUST CROSSED THE DELAWARE MEMORIAL BRIDGE AND HAD TURNED ONTO ROUTE 40 WHEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT TIRE BUT THEN ...

Jul 9, 2010 Structure 189,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE REAR END WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND REPLACED IT FOR $700. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES...

Jul 9, 2010 Structure 189,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE REAR END WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND REPLACED IT FOR $700. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES...

Jul 8, 2010 Wheels 112,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 10 MPH, THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL FELL OFF OF THE VEHICLE. HE OBSERVED THAT THE STUDS ON THE WHEEL BROKE OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. HE STATED THAT THE DEALER REPLACED THE BRAKE DRUM, HUB AND ROT...

Jul 8, 2010 Wheels 112,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 10 MPH, THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL FELL OFF OF THE VEHICLE. HE OBSERVED THAT THE STUDS ON THE WHEEL BROKE OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. HE STATED THAT THE DEALER REPLACED THE BRAKE DRUM, HUB AND ROT...

Jul 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF. WE DID TAKE OUR WINDSTAR IN FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL RECALL, AND THE SWITCH WAS LEAKING. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THE THERE WAS NO DAMAGE TO THE ABS HARNESS OR MODULE. THE LIGHT PROBABLY COMES ON 3-4 TIMES PER WEEK. *TR

Jul 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF. WE DID TAKE OUR WINDSTAR IN FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL RECALL, AND THE SWITCH WAS LEAKING. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THE THERE WAS NO DAMAGE TO THE ABS HARNESS OR MODULE. THE LIGHT PROBABLY COMES ON 3-4 TIMES PER WEEK. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Suspension 78,342 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS READING ABOUT A REAR AXLE PROBLEM AND WHEN I CHECKED MINE, I FOUND THAT IT WAS CRACKED ALMOST THROUGH. I WANTED TO ADD MY NAME TO THE LIST OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THIS FAILURE. I PURCHASED THIS CAR NEW AND IT HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON IT. THESE VANS ARE DRIVEN B...

Jul 6, 2010 Suspension 78,342 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS READING ABOUT A REAR AXLE PROBLEM AND WHEN I CHECKED MINE, I FOUND THAT IT WAS CRACKED ALMOST THROUGH. I WANTED TO ADD MY NAME TO THE LIST OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE HAD THIS FAILURE. I PURCHASED THIS CAR NEW AND IT HAS LESS THAN 80K MILES ON IT. THESE VANS ARE DRIVEN B...

Jul 2, 2010 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON THE VEHICLE WAS CRACKED ON THE BOTTOM. THE CONTACT HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VEHICLE SINCE LOCATING THE CRACK IN THE AXLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT...

Jul 2, 2010 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON THE VEHICLE WAS CRACKED ON THE BOTTOM. THE CONTACT HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VEHICLE SINCE LOCATING THE CRACK IN THE AXLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT...

Jul 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

INCREASED BRAKING DISTANCE. THE ABS DASH LIGHT IS ON AT THIS TIME. IT IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. SOMETIMES IT IS ON AND AT OTHER TIMES IT IS OFF. IT IS ON MORE THAN IT IS OFF. MY MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS ECM IS BAD AND NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND MY REAL AXEL BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Suspension 117,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND MY REAL AXEL BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,441 mi

AFTER THE INITIAL RECALL WORK WAS PERFORMED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN THE ABS LIGHT IS STILL LIT. ACCORDING TO THE PAPERWORK I RECEIVED FROM THE DEALERSHIP THEY INSTALLED A JUMPER HARNESS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR RECALL 09S09 BUT IT HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED SINCE THE LIGHT IS STILL ON. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

INCREASED BRAKING DISTANCE. THE ABS DASH LIGHT IS ON AT THIS TIME. IT IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. SOMETIMES IT IS ON AND AT OTHER TIMES IT IS OFF. IT IS ON MORE THAN IT IS OFF. MY MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS ECM IS BAD AND NEEDS REPLACED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Structure 117,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND MY REAL AXEL BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Suspension 117,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MILES PER HOUR AND MY REAL AXEL BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,441 mi

AFTER THE INITIAL RECALL WORK WAS PERFORMED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN THE ABS LIGHT IS STILL LIT. ACCORDING TO THE PAPERWORK I RECEIVED FROM THE DEALERSHIP THEY INSTALLED A JUMPER HARNESS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM FOR RECALL 09S09 BUT IT HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED SINCE THE LIGHT IS STILL ON. *TR

Jun 28, 2010 Seat Belts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Power Train 152,565 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE REAR END SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE REAR AXLE AND REAR SHOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 152...

Jun 28, 2010 Seat Belts

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR, DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR BUT TO NO AVAIL. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WAS COVERED IN AN UNKNOWN OIL EACH TIME...

Jun 28, 2010 Power Train 152,565 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE REAR END SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE REAR AXLE AND REAR SHOCKS WERE REPLACED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 152...

Jun 27, 2010 Suspension 105,000 mi

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 81 IN VA. APPROX 65 MPH NOTICED THE REAR END BEGIN TO SWAY AS WE WERE GOING AROUND A BEND IN THE ROAD. AFTER REGAINING CONTROL WE EXITED THE HIGHWAY. I NOTICED THAT THE TWO REAR TIRES WERE LEANING INWARD AT THE TOP. I THEN LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND SAW A CRACK IN THE REAR A...

Jun 27, 2010 Suspension 105,000 mi

DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 81 IN VA. APPROX 65 MPH NOTICED THE REAR END BEGIN TO SWAY AS WE WERE GOING AROUND A BEND IN THE ROAD. AFTER REGAINING CONTROL WE EXITED THE HIGHWAY. I NOTICED THAT THE TWO REAR TIRES WERE LEANING INWARD AT THE TOP. I THEN LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND SAW A CRACK IN THE REAR A...

Jun 26, 2010 Suspension 155,000 mi

NOTICED A BUMPING NOISE COMING FROM BACK PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL AREA ON '99 FORD WINDSTAR (3.8L) LX. TOOK TO FORD DEALER TODAY AND THEY SAID REAR AXLE HAS A HOLE IN IT, IS CRACKED AND BROKEN. HAVE READ THAT THIS MAYBE A DEFECT? *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Suspension 117,600 mi

CRACKED REAR AXLE - 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Suspension 155,000 mi

NOTICED A BUMPING NOISE COMING FROM BACK PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL AREA ON '99 FORD WINDSTAR (3.8L) LX. TOOK TO FORD DEALER TODAY AND THEY SAID REAR AXLE HAS A HOLE IN IT, IS CRACKED AND BROKEN. HAVE READ THAT THIS MAYBE A DEFECT? *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Suspension 117,600 mi

CRACKED REAR AXLE - 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 24, 2010 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH FRONT END SHUDDERS ON ACCELERATION, SOMETIMES DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL WHEN GAS IS PRESSED *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A RECALL AND SHORTLY THEREAFTER, PROBLEMS DEVELOPED. FOUR DAYS LATER, THE DEALER INFORMED THE CO...

Jun 24, 2010 Suspension 143,500 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jun 24, 2010 Power Train

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH FRONT END SHUDDERS ON ACCELERATION, SOMETIMES DOESN'T MOVE AT ALL WHEN GAS IS PRESSED *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A RECALL AND SHORTLY THEREAFTER, PROBLEMS DEVELOPED. FOUR DAYS LATER, THE DEALER INFORMED THE CO...

Jun 24, 2010 Suspension 143,500 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jun 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,236 mi

I HAD RECALL # 09S09 PERFORMED AT LITHIA FORD IN ROSEBURG, OREGON ON 4/16/10/. SINCE THAT DATE THE FOLLOWING ISSUE HAS CONTINUED TO ARISE, BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. THE ABS WARNING DASH LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. THIS ISSUE WAS NOT ADDRESSED WITH THE RECALL. *TR

Jun 23, 2010 Suspension Crash 130,000 mi

REAR AXLE OF FORD WINDSTAR VAN JUST BROKE. IT IS AT A SHOP NOW TO ACCESS THE DAMAGE. *TR

Jun 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,236 mi

I HAD RECALL # 09S09 PERFORMED AT LITHIA FORD IN ROSEBURG, OREGON ON 4/16/10/. SINCE THAT DATE THE FOLLOWING ISSUE HAS CONTINUED TO ARISE, BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. THE ABS WARNING DASH LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. THIS ISSUE WAS NOT ADDRESSED WITH THE RECALL. *TR

Jun 23, 2010 Suspension Crash 130,000 mi

REAR AXLE OF FORD WINDSTAR VAN JUST BROKE. IT IS AT A SHOP NOW TO ACCESS THE DAMAGE. *TR

Jun 22, 2010 Suspension 177,000 mi

REAR AXLE ALMOST BROKE COMPLETELY THROUGH....IF I (OR MY WIFE) HAD BEEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND IT BROKE IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. *TR AXLES ON VEHICLES SHOULD NOT BREAK/CRACK IN 11 OR LESS YEARS OF USE. THERE HAS TO BE A MAJOR DEFECT IN THE REAR AXLE ON THIS VEHICLE AND THE L...

Jun 22, 2010 Suspension 177,000 mi

REAR AXLE ALMOST BROKE COMPLETELY THROUGH....IF I (OR MY WIFE) HAD BEEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND IT BROKE IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. *TR AXLES ON VEHICLES SHOULD NOT BREAK/CRACK IN 11 OR LESS YEARS OF USE. THERE HAS TO BE A MAJOR DEFECT IN THE REAR AXLE ON THIS VEHICLE AND THE L...

Jun 21, 2010 Suspension 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 21, 2010 Structure 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 21, 2010 Structure 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 21, 2010 Suspension 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 21, 2010 Structure 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 21, 2010 Structure 133,083 mi

I WAS BACKING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 3:45 P.M. ON A CLEAR DAY, SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010, WHEN, WITHOUT WARNING, THE REAR "AXLE" BROKE IN HALF AND COLLAPSED. THE WHEELS TILTED IN. RESULTS ON A HIGHWAY WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS OR DEADLY. FORD SHOWS NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, BU...

Jun 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON JUNE 17,2010 MY BOYFRIEND AND I HAD JUST ARRIVED HOME FROM WORK AND GOTTEN INTO BED. MAYBE 10-15MIN WENT BY WHEN THE NEIGHBOR WAS BANGING ON DOOR SCREAMING "YOUR CAR IS ON FIRE" GOING OUTSIDE WE FOUND THE VAN ENGULFED IN FLAMES ..IT HAD DRIVEN BEAUTIFULLY UP TIL THIS POINT. THE VAN IS TOTAL LOS...

Jun 17, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

ON JUNE 17,2010 MY BOYFRIEND AND I HAD JUST ARRIVED HOME FROM WORK AND GOTTEN INTO BED. MAYBE 10-15MIN WENT BY WHEN THE NEIGHBOR WAS BANGING ON DOOR SCREAMING "YOUR CAR IS ON FIRE" GOING OUTSIDE WE FOUND THE VAN ENGULFED IN FLAMES ..IT HAD DRIVEN BEAUTIFULLY UP TIL THIS POINT. THE VAN IS TOTAL LOS...

Jun 16, 2010 Suspension 43,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE OPERATING AT 35 MPH. *TR

Jun 16, 2010 Structure 43,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE OPERATING AT 35 MPH. *TR

Jun 16, 2010 Suspension 43,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE OPERATING AT 35 MPH. *TR

Jun 16, 2010 Structure 43,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE OPERATING AT 35 MPH. *TR

Jun 15, 2010 Suspension 95,000 mi

WE OWN A 1990 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY FATHER AND I WERE JUST PULLING OUT A PARKING SPOT WHEN WE FELT A "JOLT" SORT OF LIKE A TIRE POPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER MOVING WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS PRESSED WE GOT OUT TO CHECK WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AND OUR REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE LOOKED INVERTED AND WE FOUND OUT...

Jun 15, 2010 Suspension 95,000 mi

WE OWN A 1990 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY FATHER AND I WERE JUST PULLING OUT A PARKING SPOT WHEN WE FELT A "JOLT" SORT OF LIKE A TIRE POPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER MOVING WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS PRESSED WE GOT OUT TO CHECK WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AND OUR REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE LOOKED INVERTED AND WE FOUND OUT...

Jun 13, 2010 Suspension 76,400 mi

WE TRAVELED FROM AGAWAM MA TO SCARBOROUGH ME FOR A FAMILY PARTY. 20 MINUTES AFTER WE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, WE STARTED TO BACK UP OUR MINIVAN BECAUSE SOMEONE NEEDED TO MOVE THEIR CAR OUT. WE THEN HEARD A LOUD CRACK WHILE BACKING UP IN THE DRIVEWAY. THE VAN BEGAN LEANING TO THE LEFT. WE FOUND THE...

Jun 13, 2010 Suspension 76,400 mi

WE TRAVELED FROM AGAWAM MA TO SCARBOROUGH ME FOR A FAMILY PARTY. 20 MINUTES AFTER WE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, WE STARTED TO BACK UP OUR MINIVAN BECAUSE SOMEONE NEEDED TO MOVE THEIR CAR OUT. WE THEN HEARD A LOUD CRACK WHILE BACKING UP IN THE DRIVEWAY. THE VAN BEGAN LEANING TO THE LEFT. WE FOUND THE...

Jun 11, 2010 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATING UNIT FAILED. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATES AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING TO DETERMINE THE FAIL...

Jun 11, 2010 Structure 123,550 mi

INCREASED VIBRATION IN REAR END. FELT LIKE WHEEL BALANCE WAS WAY OFF. DAYS LEADING UP TO AXLE BREAK. LOTS OF REAR-END SHIMMY WHEN GOING OVER ANY BUMPS ESPECIALLY IF IN TURNS. CLICKING NOISES WHEN BACKING UP. SLIDING REAR END WITH WET ROAD.. ERRATIC STEERING. FELT WOBBLY LIKE VERY STRONG GUSTS OF WIN...

Jun 11, 2010 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATING UNIT FAILED. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATES AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING TO DETERMINE THE FAIL...

Jun 11, 2010 Structure 123,550 mi

INCREASED VIBRATION IN REAR END. FELT LIKE WHEEL BALANCE WAS WAY OFF. DAYS LEADING UP TO AXLE BREAK. LOTS OF REAR-END SHIMMY WHEN GOING OVER ANY BUMPS ESPECIALLY IF IN TURNS. CLICKING NOISES WHEN BACKING UP. SLIDING REAR END WITH WET ROAD.. ERRATIC STEERING. FELT WOBBLY LIKE VERY STRONG GUSTS OF WIN...

Jun 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) OCTOBER 2009 AND TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIRS. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 55-65 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIV...

Jun 8, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) OCTOBER 2009 AND TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIRS. ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 55-65 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIV...

Jun 7, 2010 Suspension 160,859 mi

MY REAR AXEL IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE THIS AM WHILE MY HUSBAND WAS PULLING OUT OF YOUR DRIVEWAY. WE HAD NO WARNING THAT IT WAS BROKE. NO ONE WAS HURT AND WE HAVE NOT GOTTEN IT FIXED YET BUT WENT OUT AN LOOKED AT IT AN IT LOOKS TO BE ALMOST DEAD CENTER OF THE AXEL THAT IS BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jun 7, 2010 Suspension 160,859 mi

MY REAR AXEL IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE THIS AM WHILE MY HUSBAND WAS PULLING OUT OF YOUR DRIVEWAY. WE HAD NO WARNING THAT IT WAS BROKE. NO ONE WAS HURT AND WE HAVE NOT GOTTEN IT FIXED YET BUT WENT OUT AN LOOKED AT IT AN IT LOOKS TO BE ALMOST DEAD CENTER OF THE AXEL THAT IS BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Jun 6, 2010 Electrical System 159,000 mi

I TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN FOR RECALL WORK . THEY JUST PUT IN A FUSE LINK. SINCE THEN MY SPEEDOMETER AND TECH HAVE BEEN GOING WILD AND I AM GETTING AND MY ABS LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON. MY CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK RIGHT EITHER AMONG OTHER ISSUES LIKE LEAN CODES! *TR

Jun 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 159,000 mi

I TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN FOR RECALL WORK . THEY JUST PUT IN A FUSE LINK. SINCE THEN MY SPEEDOMETER AND TECH HAVE BEEN GOING WILD AND I AM GETTING AND MY ABS LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON. MY CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK RIGHT EITHER AMONG OTHER ISSUES LIKE LEAN CODES! *TR

Jun 6, 2010 Electrical System 159,000 mi

I TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN FOR RECALL WORK . THEY JUST PUT IN A FUSE LINK. SINCE THEN MY SPEEDOMETER AND TECH HAVE BEEN GOING WILD AND I AM GETTING AND MY ABS LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON. MY CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK RIGHT EITHER AMONG OTHER ISSUES LIKE LEAN CODES! *TR

Jun 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 159,000 mi

I TOOK MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN FOR RECALL WORK . THEY JUST PUT IN A FUSE LINK. SINCE THEN MY SPEEDOMETER AND TECH HAVE BEEN GOING WILD AND I AM GETTING AND MY ABS LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON. MY CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK RIGHT EITHER AMONG OTHER ISSUES LIKE LEAN CODES! *TR

Jun 4, 2010 Power Train 114,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 114,000 MILES DESPITE HAVING ABSOLUTELY NO PRIOR ISSUES OF THIS NATURE. I WAS AT A RED LIGHT APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE FROM THE ON-RAMP OF I-25 WHEN THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND JERKED BEFORE ACCELERATING; AFTER PULLING OVER TO CHECK FOR DAM...

Jun 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Electrical System 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Exterior Lighting 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Structure 135,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) 1999 FORD WINDSTAR- BROKEN REAR AXLE BEAM STEERING ARM AT DRIVER SIDE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO FOUND ANOTHER CRACK ON THE BAR ARM. VIN # [XXX] .

Jun 4, 2010 Power Train 114,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 114,000 MILES DESPITE HAVING ABSOLUTELY NO PRIOR ISSUES OF THIS NATURE. I WAS AT A RED LIGHT APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE FROM THE ON-RAMP OF I-25 WHEN THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND JERKED BEFORE ACCELERATING; AFTER PULLING OVER TO CHECK FOR DAM...

Jun 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Electrical System 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Exterior Lighting 55,000 mi

ON DECEMBER 17, 2009 WE TOOK OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO THE CERRITOS FORD DEALERSHIP IN CA. WE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD THAT OUR VEHICLE WAS BEING RECALLED (RECALL # 09S09) AND AS IT TURNED OUT THE VAN WAS LEAKING AND THEY REPLACED THE LEAKING SWITCH AND HARNESS. BEFORE THE WORK WAS EVEN DONE...

Jun 4, 2010 Structure 135,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) 1999 FORD WINDSTAR- BROKEN REAR AXLE BEAM STEERING ARM AT DRIVER SIDE WHILE DRIVING. ALSO FOUND ANOTHER CRACK ON THE BAR ARM. VIN # [XXX] .

Jun 1, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

WE WERE MAKING THE NORMAL TURN INTO OUR COMMUNITY AND HEARD A LOUD POP SOUND COMING FROM UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. WHEN I GOT HOME I LOOKED UNDERNEATH AND SAW THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD BROKEN. *TR

Jun 1, 2010 Structure 168,000 mi

WE WERE MAKING THE NORMAL TURN INTO OUR COMMUNITY AND HEARD A LOUD POP SOUND COMING FROM UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. WHEN I GOT HOME I LOOKED UNDERNEATH AND SAW THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD BROKEN. *TR

May 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS WAS A FORD 1999 WINDSTAR RECALL ON THE ABS SYSTEM. THE RECALL STATED THAT A FIRE MAY OCCUR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABS. I TOOK THE CAR IN, HOWEVER THE BRAKE FLUID LEAK INSIDE THE CAR HAS GOTTEN WORSE. FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SMOKES UP, AND THERE IS A BURNING SMELL. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINU...

May 31, 2010 Equipment

THIS WAS A FORD 1999 WINDSTAR RECALL ON THE ABS SYSTEM. THE RECALL STATED THAT A FIRE MAY OCCUR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABS. I TOOK THE CAR IN, HOWEVER THE BRAKE FLUID LEAK INSIDE THE CAR HAS GOTTEN WORSE. FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SMOKES UP, AND THERE IS A BURNING SMELL. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINU...

May 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS WAS A FORD 1999 WINDSTAR RECALL ON THE ABS SYSTEM. THE RECALL STATED THAT A FIRE MAY OCCUR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABS. I TOOK THE CAR IN, HOWEVER THE BRAKE FLUID LEAK INSIDE THE CAR HAS GOTTEN WORSE. FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SMOKES UP, AND THERE IS A BURNING SMELL. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINU...

May 31, 2010 Equipment

THIS WAS A FORD 1999 WINDSTAR RECALL ON THE ABS SYSTEM. THE RECALL STATED THAT A FIRE MAY OCCUR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABS. I TOOK THE CAR IN, HOWEVER THE BRAKE FLUID LEAK INSIDE THE CAR HAS GOTTEN WORSE. FROM TIME TO TIME THE CAR SMOKES UP, AND THERE IS A BURNING SMELL. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINU...

May 26, 2010 Power Train 127,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE REAR TIRES WERE TILTED INWARDLY. THE VEHICLE...

May 26, 2010 Suspension 133,700 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON MAY 17, 2010 I HAD TWO OCCASIONS WHEN IT FELT LIKE I HIT SMALL PATCHES OF ICE AND THE VAN SWERVED ON ME EVEN THOUGH IT WAS A WARM SUNNY DAY WITH DRY ROADS. I CALLED TRAGESSER FORD OF ROSS OHIO AND MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE THE VAN IN ON MAY 19, 2010. AFTER INSPECTI...

May 26, 2010 Power Train 127,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GAIN CONTROL AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE REAR TIRES WERE TILTED INWARDLY. THE VEHICLE...

May 26, 2010 Suspension 133,700 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON MAY 17, 2010 I HAD TWO OCCASIONS WHEN IT FELT LIKE I HIT SMALL PATCHES OF ICE AND THE VAN SWERVED ON ME EVEN THOUGH IT WAS A WARM SUNNY DAY WITH DRY ROADS. I CALLED TRAGESSER FORD OF ROSS OHIO AND MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE THE VAN IN ON MAY 19, 2010. AFTER INSPECTI...

May 25, 2010 Structure 120,000 mi

RECENT NEWS REPORTS HAVE LEAD ME TO BELIEVE THAT I AM NOT ALONE WITH THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM: THE REAR AXEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONTO I-93, NORTH OF BOSTON, ON DECEMBER 5, 2009. FORTUNATELY THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO A STOP ON THE ON RAMP JUST BEFORE MERGING WITH ...

May 25, 2010 Structure 120,000 mi

RECENT NEWS REPORTS HAVE LEAD ME TO BELIEVE THAT I AM NOT ALONE WITH THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM: THE REAR AXEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONTO I-93, NORTH OF BOSTON, ON DECEMBER 5, 2009. FORTUNATELY THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO A STOP ON THE ON RAMP JUST BEFORE MERGING WITH ...

May 25, 2010 Structure 120,000 mi

RECENT NEWS REPORTS HAVE LEAD ME TO BELIEVE THAT I AM NOT ALONE WITH THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM: THE REAR AXEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONTO I-93, NORTH OF BOSTON, ON DECEMBER 5, 2009. FORTUNATELY THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO A STOP ON THE ON RAMP JUST BEFORE MERGING WITH ...

May 25, 2010 Structure 120,000 mi

RECENT NEWS REPORTS HAVE LEAD ME TO BELIEVE THAT I AM NOT ALONE WITH THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM: THE REAR AXEL OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BROKE IN HALF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONTO I-93, NORTH OF BOSTON, ON DECEMBER 5, 2009. FORTUNATELY THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO A STOP ON THE ON RAMP JUST BEFORE MERGING WITH ...

May 24, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

SUBFRAME ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAP SAW REVIEWS ON OTHER WINDSTARS. FOUND OUT THIS A ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL. *TR

May 24, 2010 Structure 91,000 mi

SUBFRAME ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAP SAW REVIEWS ON OTHER WINDSTARS. FOUND OUT THIS A ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL. *TR

May 22, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

ENGINE SUB-FRAME/CRADLE FAILURE AT RIGHT SIDE REAR BODY MOUNT RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. REPLACE SUB-FRAME. YES OLD SUB-FRAME IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. *TR

May 22, 2010 Structure 145,000 mi

ENGINE SUB-FRAME/CRADLE FAILURE AT RIGHT SIDE REAR BODY MOUNT RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. REPLACE SUB-FRAME. YES OLD SUB-FRAME IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. *TR

May 21, 2010 Suspension 120,000 mi

VAN WAS MADE AN OCCASIONAL THUMPING SOUND THAT SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE TURNING INTO MY DRIVEWAY I HEARD A LOUD CRACKING NOISE AND WHEN I LOOKED UNDER THE VAN THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN ALMOST ALL OF THE WAY THROUGH ABOUT 1 TO 2 FT. FROM THE LEFT REAR WHEEL. *TR

May 21, 2010 Suspension 120,000 mi

VAN WAS MADE AN OCCASIONAL THUMPING SOUND THAT SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE TURNING INTO MY DRIVEWAY I HEARD A LOUD CRACKING NOISE AND WHEN I LOOKED UNDER THE VAN THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN ALMOST ALL OF THE WAY THROUGH ABOUT 1 TO 2 FT. FROM THE LEFT REAR WHEEL. *TR

May 20, 2010 Suspension

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR AND HAD TO HAVE THE REAR AXLE REPLACED DUE TO IT BREAKING ALMOST IN HALF. THERE WAS ABOUT AN INCH OR SO LEFT BEFORE A COMPLETE BREAK OCCURRED. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS LUCKY IT DIDN'T SNAP COMPLETELY. ABOUT A MONTH BEFORE WE NOTICED THE CAR WOULD HAVE TROUBLE SWAYING A LOT WHEN ...

May 20, 2010 Suspension

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR AND HAD TO HAVE THE REAR AXLE REPLACED DUE TO IT BREAKING ALMOST IN HALF. THERE WAS ABOUT AN INCH OR SO LEFT BEFORE A COMPLETE BREAK OCCURRED. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS LUCKY IT DIDN'T SNAP COMPLETELY. ABOUT A MONTH BEFORE WE NOTICED THE CAR WOULD HAVE TROUBLE SWAYING A LOT WHEN ...

May 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 187,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AND ABS WAS NOT RELIABLE. ABS WOULD ACTIVATE WHEN TURNING ON DRY ROADS. BACK UP RADARS AND TRACTION CONTROL ALSO STOPPED WORKING. SPEEDOMETER IS ERRATIC ABOVE 55 MPH. *TR

May 19, 2010 Electrical System 187,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AND ABS WAS NOT RELIABLE. ABS WOULD ACTIVATE WHEN TURNING ON DRY ROADS. BACK UP RADARS AND TRACTION CONTROL ALSO STOPPED WORKING. SPEEDOMETER IS ERRATIC ABOVE 55 MPH. *TR

May 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 187,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AND ABS WAS NOT RELIABLE. ABS WOULD ACTIVATE WHEN TURNING ON DRY ROADS. BACK UP RADARS AND TRACTION CONTROL ALSO STOPPED WORKING. SPEEDOMETER IS ERRATIC ABOVE 55 MPH. *TR

May 19, 2010 Electrical System 187,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AND ABS WAS NOT RELIABLE. ABS WOULD ACTIVATE WHEN TURNING ON DRY ROADS. BACK UP RADARS AND TRACTION CONTROL ALSO STOPPED WORKING. SPEEDOMETER IS ERRATIC ABOVE 55 MPH. *TR

May 18, 2010 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL VAN BROKE REAR AXLE BEAM EARLIER THIS SPRING. WE HAVE MORE THAN NORMAL SNOWFALL IN SIOUX FALLS SD AND OUR STREET DEPARTMENT USED MORE SALT THAN IN A NORMAL YEAR. AXLE BROKE AT LOW SPEED WHILE TURNING INTO A DRIVEWAY APPROACH. AXLE WAS BROKE OR TORE IN TWO DIFFERENT LOCATIONS....

May 18, 2010 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD UNUSUAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS WERE FOLDING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, SHE FOUND THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AXLE WAS FRACTURE...

May 18, 2010 Wheels 77,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THEN REAR AXEL CRACKED IN HALF WHILE TRAVELING APPROX. 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY WE WERE ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY...I STILL DO NOT KNOW HOW MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO DO THAT AS THERE WAS SO MUCH "SMOKE" (FROM THE METAL RUBBING THE ROAD A...

May 18, 2010 Suspension 77,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THEN REAR AXEL CRACKED IN HALF WHILE TRAVELING APPROX. 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY WE WERE ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY...I STILL DO NOT KNOW HOW MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO DO THAT AS THERE WAS SO MUCH "SMOKE" (FROM THE METAL RUBBING THE ROAD A...

May 18, 2010 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL VAN BROKE REAR AXLE BEAM EARLIER THIS SPRING. WE HAVE MORE THAN NORMAL SNOWFALL IN SIOUX FALLS SD AND OUR STREET DEPARTMENT USED MORE SALT THAN IN A NORMAL YEAR. AXLE BROKE AT LOW SPEED WHILE TURNING INTO A DRIVEWAY APPROACH. AXLE WAS BROKE OR TORE IN TWO DIFFERENT LOCATIONS....

May 18, 2010 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD UNUSUAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS WERE FOLDING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, SHE FOUND THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AXLE WAS FRACTURE...

May 18, 2010 Wheels 77,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THEN REAR AXEL CRACKED IN HALF WHILE TRAVELING APPROX. 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY WE WERE ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY...I STILL DO NOT KNOW HOW MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO DO THAT AS THERE WAS SO MUCH "SMOKE" (FROM THE METAL RUBBING THE ROAD A...

May 18, 2010 Suspension 77,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THEN REAR AXEL CRACKED IN HALF WHILE TRAVELING APPROX. 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY WE WERE ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY...I STILL DO NOT KNOW HOW MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO DO THAT AS THERE WAS SO MUCH "SMOKE" (FROM THE METAL RUBBING THE ROAD A...

May 17, 2010 Suspension 172,508 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON ROUTE 81, THE CAR STARTED REACTING TO BUMPS MORE SEVERELY THAN USUAL, AND THEN THERE WAS A SHARP NOISE AT THE REAR OF THE CAR. AFTER PARKING THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY, WE SAW THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD BROKEN, BASICALLY DOWN THE MIDDLE. THE REPAIRING OF THE CAR COS...

May 17, 2010 Structure 172,508 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON ROUTE 81, THE CAR STARTED REACTING TO BUMPS MORE SEVERELY THAN USUAL, AND THEN THERE WAS A SHARP NOISE AT THE REAR OF THE CAR. AFTER PARKING THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY, WE SAW THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD BROKEN, BASICALLY DOWN THE MIDDLE. THE REPAIRING OF THE CAR COS...

May 17, 2010 Power Train 124,210 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) ON SATURDAY MAY 15TH, AROUND NOONTIME, I WAS TRAVELING ON I-91 NORTHBOUND IN HARTFORD. THE VAN STARTED PULLING AND SWERVING LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRES. THE VAN HAS 124,210 MILES, AND HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A ...

May 17, 2010 Suspension 124,210 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) ON SATURDAY MAY 15TH, AROUND NOONTIME, I WAS TRAVELING ON I-91 NORTHBOUND IN HARTFORD. THE VAN STARTED PULLING AND SWERVING LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRES. THE VAN HAS 124,210 MILES, AND HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A ...

May 17, 2010 Structure 129,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON THE LEFT SIDE LAST YEAR. I HAD IT WELDED. THIS YEAR IT CRACKED IN THE SAME SPOT ON THE RIGHT SIDE. *TR

May 17, 2010 Suspension 172,508 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON ROUTE 81, THE CAR STARTED REACTING TO BUMPS MORE SEVERELY THAN USUAL, AND THEN THERE WAS A SHARP NOISE AT THE REAR OF THE CAR. AFTER PARKING THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY, WE SAW THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD BROKEN, BASICALLY DOWN THE MIDDLE. THE REPAIRING OF THE CAR COS...

May 17, 2010 Structure 172,508 mi

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON ROUTE 81, THE CAR STARTED REACTING TO BUMPS MORE SEVERELY THAN USUAL, AND THEN THERE WAS A SHARP NOISE AT THE REAR OF THE CAR. AFTER PARKING THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY, WE SAW THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD BROKEN, BASICALLY DOWN THE MIDDLE. THE REPAIRING OF THE CAR COS...

May 17, 2010 Power Train 124,210 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) ON SATURDAY MAY 15TH, AROUND NOONTIME, I WAS TRAVELING ON I-91 NORTHBOUND IN HARTFORD. THE VAN STARTED PULLING AND SWERVING LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRES. THE VAN HAS 124,210 MILES, AND HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A ...

May 17, 2010 Suspension 124,210 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) ON SATURDAY MAY 15TH, AROUND NOONTIME, I WAS TRAVELING ON I-91 NORTHBOUND IN HARTFORD. THE VAN STARTED PULLING AND SWERVING LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRES. THE VAN HAS 124,210 MILES, AND HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A ...

May 17, 2010 Structure 129,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED ON THE LEFT SIDE LAST YEAR. I HAD IT WELDED. THIS YEAR IT CRACKED IN THE SAME SPOT ON THE RIGHT SIDE. *TR

May 12, 2010 Suspension 85,000 mi

REAR AXLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REPLACED WITH ONE FROM JUNKYARD AND THAT ONE HAS CRACKED ALSO IN SAME PLACE APPROX 4/1/10 WELDED THAT PART. *TR

May 12, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

REAR AXLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REPLACED WITH ONE FROM JUNKYARD AND THAT ONE HAS CRACKED ALSO IN SAME PLACE APPROX 4/1/10 WELDED THAT PART. *TR

May 12, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 12, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 12, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 12, 2010 Suspension 85,000 mi

REAR AXLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REPLACED WITH ONE FROM JUNKYARD AND THAT ONE HAS CRACKED ALSO IN SAME PLACE APPROX 4/1/10 WELDED THAT PART. *TR

May 12, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

REAR AXLE 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED IN HALF WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REPLACED WITH ONE FROM JUNKYARD AND THAT ONE HAS CRACKED ALSO IN SAME PLACE APPROX 4/1/10 WELDED THAT PART. *TR

May 12, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 12, 2010 Suspension 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 12, 2010 Structure 150,000 mi

INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) WE HAVE RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A BROKEN AXLE BEAM ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THANK GOD NOTHING HAPPENED AND NO ONE WAS HURT. THE CAR WAS SWAYING AND KNOCKING FROM THE REAR END AND WHEN WE GOT HOME THE REAR WHEE...

May 10, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

REAR AXLE BREAKS IN HALF! FORTUNATELY NO OTHER CARS WHERE AROUND WHEN THIS HAPPENED, ONLINE FOUND VERY COMMON, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING! *TR

May 10, 2010 Structure 79,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A CRACK IN THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE DUE TO RUST. TO REPLACE WITH A USED SUBFRAME, IT WILL COST APPRX $1,000, A NEW ONE IS MORE THEN THE CAR IS WORTH. THIS IS A DANGEROUS DEFECT AND I HAD MY THREE CHILDREN IN THE CAR. THIS IS ONE OF SEVERAL RECURRING PRO...

May 10, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

REAR AXLE BREAKS IN HALF! FORTUNATELY NO OTHER CARS WHERE AROUND WHEN THIS HAPPENED, ONLINE FOUND VERY COMMON, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING! *TR

May 10, 2010 Structure 79,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A CRACK IN THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE DUE TO RUST. TO REPLACE WITH A USED SUBFRAME, IT WILL COST APPRX $1,000, A NEW ONE IS MORE THEN THE CAR IS WORTH. THIS IS A DANGEROUS DEFECT AND I HAD MY THREE CHILDREN IN THE CAR. THIS IS ONE OF SEVERAL RECURRING PRO...

May 8, 2010 Suspension 135,000 mi

REAR AXLE OF THE CAR BROKE AS WE DROVE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. *TR

May 8, 2010 Suspension 135,000 mi

REAR AXLE OF THE CAR BROKE AS WE DROVE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. *TR

Apr 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

SMOKING FROM UNDER HOOD, LEAKING FLUID, NON-WORKING SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, GAS SENSOR, AND OIL SENSOR. FLICKERING DOME LIGHTS WHILE DRIVING. SCDS IS UNDER RECALL, BUT THE FLUID THAT WAS LEAKING FROM THIS MALFUNCTIONING SENSOR HAS CAUSED ALL SORTS OF ISSUES. FLUID LEAKED ON TO ABS BOX AND THE WIRES C...

Apr 29, 2010 Electrical System

SMOKING FROM UNDER HOOD, LEAKING FLUID, NON-WORKING SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, GAS SENSOR, AND OIL SENSOR. FLICKERING DOME LIGHTS WHILE DRIVING. SCDS IS UNDER RECALL, BUT THE FLUID THAT WAS LEAKING FROM THIS MALFUNCTIONING SENSOR HAS CAUSED ALL SORTS OF ISSUES. FLUID LEAKED ON TO ABS BOX AND THE WIRES C...

Apr 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL RANDOMLY DISCONNECT RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRACTION AND UNANTICIPATED SKIDDING. *TR

Apr 29, 2010 Traction Control System 115,000 mi

ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL RANDOMLY DISCONNECT RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRACTION AND UNANTICIPATED SKIDDING. *TR

Apr 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

SMOKING FROM UNDER HOOD, LEAKING FLUID, NON-WORKING SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, GAS SENSOR, AND OIL SENSOR. FLICKERING DOME LIGHTS WHILE DRIVING. SCDS IS UNDER RECALL, BUT THE FLUID THAT WAS LEAKING FROM THIS MALFUNCTIONING SENSOR HAS CAUSED ALL SORTS OF ISSUES. FLUID LEAKED ON TO ABS BOX AND THE WIRES C...

Apr 29, 2010 Electrical System

SMOKING FROM UNDER HOOD, LEAKING FLUID, NON-WORKING SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, GAS SENSOR, AND OIL SENSOR. FLICKERING DOME LIGHTS WHILE DRIVING. SCDS IS UNDER RECALL, BUT THE FLUID THAT WAS LEAKING FROM THIS MALFUNCTIONING SENSOR HAS CAUSED ALL SORTS OF ISSUES. FLUID LEAKED ON TO ABS BOX AND THE WIRES C...

Apr 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL RANDOMLY DISCONNECT RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRACTION AND UNANTICIPATED SKIDDING. *TR

Apr 29, 2010 Traction Control System 115,000 mi

ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL RANDOMLY DISCONNECT RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRACTION AND UNANTICIPATED SKIDDING. *TR

Apr 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,800 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ANTILOCK BRAKES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR THE ABS DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. TURNING THE CAR OFF AND STARTING IT AGAIN MAKES THE ABS WARNING LIGHT GO OFF AND IT USUALLY STAYS OFF. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM AND OCCURS EVERY FEW WEEKS. WHEN THE ABS DA...

Apr 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,800 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ANTILOCK BRAKES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR THE ABS DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. TURNING THE CAR OFF AND STARTING IT AGAIN MAKES THE ABS WARNING LIGHT GO OFF AND IT USUALLY STAYS OFF. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM AND OCCURS EVERY FEW WEEKS. WHEN THE ABS DA...

Apr 14, 2010 Suspension 141,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 14, 2010 Suspension 141,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 11, 2010 Structure 77,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RIGHT FRONT STABILIZER BRACKET RUSTED OFF FRAME. NOTICED LOWER CONTROL ARM BRACKET RUSTED BAD AND READY TO COME LOOSE. *TR

Apr 11, 2010 Structure 77,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RIGHT FRONT STABILIZER BRACKET RUSTED OFF FRAME. NOTICED LOWER CONTROL ARM BRACKET RUSTED BAD AND READY TO COME LOOSE. *TR

Apr 10, 2010 Structure 200,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHOUT WARNING THE FRONT SUBFRAME BROKE LOOSE FROM THE MAIN CHASSIS WHEN THE CAR WAS MOVING FORWARD AT A STOP LIGHT. THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION DROPPED, DISCONNECTING THE STEERING WHEEL FROM THE STEERING RACK AND RESULTED IN A COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING AND CONTROL. SUBFRAME COM...

Apr 10, 2010 Structure 200,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHOUT WARNING THE FRONT SUBFRAME BROKE LOOSE FROM THE MAIN CHASSIS WHEN THE CAR WAS MOVING FORWARD AT A STOP LIGHT. THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION DROPPED, DISCONNECTING THE STEERING WHEEL FROM THE STEERING RACK AND RESULTED IN A COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING AND CONTROL. SUBFRAME COM...

Apr 8, 2010 Structure 146,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR DEAD AXLE CRACKED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. CHECKED INTERNET AND FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT SAME PROBLEM AND SAME LOCATION OF CRACK. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I HAVE ANY RECOURSE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *TR

Apr 8, 2010 Structure 146,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR DEAD AXLE CRACKED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. CHECKED INTERNET AND FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT SAME PROBLEM AND SAME LOCATION OF CRACK. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I HAVE ANY RECOURSE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *TR

Apr 7, 2010 Suspension 85,000 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND THE AXLE JUST SNAPPED IN HALF. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS AROUND 85000 MILES ON IT. THE REASON I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT IS BECAUSE ONE MECHANIC TOLD ME THIS IS A CONSISTENT PROBLEM WITH THIS PARTICULAR MAKE AN...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND THE AXLE JUST SNAPPED IN HALF. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS AROUND 85000 MILES ON IT. THE REASON I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT IS BECAUSE ONE MECHANIC TOLD ME THIS IS A CONSISTENT PROBLEM WITH THIS PARTICULAR MAKE AN...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 146,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR DEAD AXLE CRACKED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. CHECKED INTERNET AND FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT SAME PROBLEM AND SAME LOCATION OF CRACK. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I HAVE ANY RECOURSE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *TR

Apr 7, 2010 Suspension 85,000 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND THE AXLE JUST SNAPPED IN HALF. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS AROUND 85000 MILES ON IT. THE REASON I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT IS BECAUSE ONE MECHANIC TOLD ME THIS IS A CONSISTENT PROBLEM WITH THIS PARTICULAR MAKE AN...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

BROKEN REAR AXLE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 35 MILES PER HOUR AND THE AXLE JUST SNAPPED IN HALF. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS AROUND 85000 MILES ON IT. THE REASON I AM FILING THIS COMPLAINT IS BECAUSE ONE MECHANIC TOLD ME THIS IS A CONSISTENT PROBLEM WITH THIS PARTICULAR MAKE AN...

Apr 7, 2010 Structure 146,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR REAR DEAD AXLE CRACKED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. CHECKED INTERNET AND FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT SAME PROBLEM AND SAME LOCATION OF CRACK. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF I HAVE ANY RECOURSE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *TR

Apr 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,000 mi

I AM FILING A COMPLAINT ON THE ABS LIGHT IN MY 2001 FORD WINDSTAR SE SPORT. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT BOTH COME ON SPORADICALLY AS I DRIVE THE VAN. THE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE INDICATES THIS IS A FAILURE OF THE ECM, WHICH CAN CAUSE GREATER DISTANCE TRAVEL IN AN EMERGENCY STOP. I ALSO OWN A 1999 FOR...

Apr 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,000 mi

I AM FILING A COMPLAINT ON THE ABS LIGHT IN MY 2001 FORD WINDSTAR SE SPORT. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT BOTH COME ON SPORADICALLY AS I DRIVE THE VAN. THE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE INDICATES THIS IS A FAILURE OF THE ECM, WHICH CAN CAUSE GREATER DISTANCE TRAVEL IN AN EMERGENCY STOP. I ALSO OWN A 1999 FOR...

Apr 2, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WHEN HE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE; HE IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. HE THEN DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE SUPPORT BAR WAS CRACKED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN AUTHORIZE...

Apr 2, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WHEN HE HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE; HE IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. HE THEN DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE SUPPORT BAR WAS CRACKED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN AUTHORIZE...

Mar 25, 2010 Suspension 109,900 mi

I AM A RETIRED FORMER TECHNICIAN/MANAGER FOR FORD DEALERS FOR 41 YEARS. TO KEEP MYSELF BUSY, I WORK ON FRIENDS VEHICLES. RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED A CONCERN WITH FORD WINDSTARS. THE REAR AXLES (I-BEAM ASSYS) BREAK IN HALF WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING THE REAR OF THE VEH TO LOSE CONTROL. THE FIRST ONE I SAW ...

Mar 25, 2010 Suspension 109,900 mi

I AM A RETIRED FORMER TECHNICIAN/MANAGER FOR FORD DEALERS FOR 41 YEARS. TO KEEP MYSELF BUSY, I WORK ON FRIENDS VEHICLES. RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED A CONCERN WITH FORD WINDSTARS. THE REAR AXLES (I-BEAM ASSYS) BREAK IN HALF WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING THE REAR OF THE VEH TO LOSE CONTROL. THE FIRST ONE I SAW ...

Mar 15, 2010 Structure 80,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING THRU AN INTERSECTION, THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED HARD ITSELF, AND THE VAN WAS UNDRIVABLE. THE MECHANIC TOLD US THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS RUSTED THRU AN HAD BROKE OFF FROM ITS MOUNTING POINT. HE SAID THIS WAS A DESIGN FLAW FROM FORD, AND THAT HE HAS SEEN...

Mar 15, 2010 Structure 80,400 mi

WHILE DRIVING THRU AN INTERSECTION, THERE WAS A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED HARD ITSELF, AND THE VAN WAS UNDRIVABLE. THE MECHANIC TOLD US THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE WAS RUSTED THRU AN HAD BROKE OFF FROM ITS MOUNTING POINT. HE SAID THIS WAS A DESIGN FLAW FROM FORD, AND THAT HE HAS SEEN...

Mar 9, 2010 Power Train 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS RUSTED AND WAS ALMOST ENTIRELY CRACKED. THE MECHANIC STATED HE OBSERVED THE FAILURE OFTEN IN THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000 MILES AND THE CURRENT WAS 132,000.

Mar 9, 2010 Power Train 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS RUSTED AND WAS ALMOST ENTIRELY CRACKED. THE MECHANIC STATED HE OBSERVED THE FAILURE OFTEN IN THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000 MILES AND THE CURRENT WAS 132,000.

Mar 7, 2010 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, REAR AXLES ASSEMBLY, REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN TWO. FOUND WHILE INSPECTING LEFT REAR TIRE ASSEMBLY WHICH HAD TURNED INTO VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTING WHY WHEEL AD TURNED INWARD, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AXLE ASSEMBLY HAD SNAPPED IN TWO AND WAS HANGING ON THE GROUND. FORD DEALER(SARAT FORD...

Mar 7, 2010 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, REAR AXLES ASSEMBLY, REAR AXLE SNAPPED IN TWO. FOUND WHILE INSPECTING LEFT REAR TIRE ASSEMBLY WHICH HAD TURNED INTO VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTING WHY WHEEL AD TURNED INWARD, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AXLE ASSEMBLY HAD SNAPPED IN TWO AND WAS HANGING ON THE GROUND. FORD DEALER(SARAT FORD...

Mar 4, 2010 Suspension 135,172 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, PULLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY & PROCEEDED TO DRIVE DOWN STREET, CAR STARTED TO FISHTAIL & TIRE ON RIGHT REAR SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS RUBBING FIRE WALL. THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT, GOT OUT & LOOKED, NO FLAT BUT WHEEL WAS BOWED IN. I TURNED AROUND & WENT BACK HOME, PULLED INTO DRIVEWAY & GOT UNDER ...

Mar 4, 2010 Suspension 135,172 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, PULLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY & PROCEEDED TO DRIVE DOWN STREET, CAR STARTED TO FISHTAIL & TIRE ON RIGHT REAR SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS RUBBING FIRE WALL. THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT, GOT OUT & LOOKED, NO FLAT BUT WHEEL WAS BOWED IN. I TURNED AROUND & WENT BACK HOME, PULLED INTO DRIVEWAY & GOT UNDER ...

Mar 3, 2010 Steering 177,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT HAS NOT HAD THE POWER STEERING DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 177,000.

Mar 3, 2010 Steering 177,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT HAS NOT HAD THE POWER STEERING DIAGNOSED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 177,000.

Mar 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 103,524 mi

THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP COMPLAINT, REGARDING FORD RECALL 09S09, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SERVICED ON 11DEC09. THE VEHICLE'S ABS DASH LIGHT IS STILL COMING ON, INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM TURNED OFF. LATELY, THE ABS LIGHT IS COMING ON MORE FREQUENTLY, WIT...

Mar 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 103,524 mi

THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP COMPLAINT, REGARDING FORD RECALL 09S09, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SERVICED ON 11DEC09. THE VEHICLE'S ABS DASH LIGHT IS STILL COMING ON, INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM TURNED OFF. LATELY, THE ABS LIGHT IS COMING ON MORE FREQUENTLY, WIT...

Mar 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 103,524 mi

THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP COMPLAINT, REGARDING FORD RECALL 09S09, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SERVICED ON 11DEC09. THE VEHICLE'S ABS DASH LIGHT IS STILL COMING ON, INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM TURNED OFF. LATELY, THE ABS LIGHT IS COMING ON MORE FREQUENTLY, WIT...

Mar 2, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 103,524 mi

THIS IS A FOLLOW-UP COMPLAINT, REGARDING FORD RECALL 09S09, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS SERVICED ON 11DEC09. THE VEHICLE'S ABS DASH LIGHT IS STILL COMING ON, INDICATING THAT THE SYSTEM TURNED OFF. LATELY, THE ABS LIGHT IS COMING ON MORE FREQUENTLY, WIT...

Feb 23, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE 5 MPH IN REVERSE INTO A PARKING SPACE HE SUDDENLY NOTICED A LARGE POPPING SOUND IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES WERE BENT INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOC...

Feb 23, 2010 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE 5 MPH IN REVERSE INTO A PARKING SPACE HE SUDDENLY NOTICED A LARGE POPPING SOUND IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES WERE BENT INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOC...

Feb 22, 2010 Suspension 118,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 118K MILES. VAN HAS UNSTABLE STEERING AND NOISE IN RIGHT REAR WHEEL AREA. WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED AND TAKING IT TO REPAIR SHOP, THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AND MY SON FOLLOWING ME REPORTS REAR TIRES BECOMING MISALIGNED. RIGHT TIRE IS SMOKING AND TIRE FRAGMENTS ARE EVIDENT. REPAIR ...

Feb 22, 2010 Suspension 118,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 118K MILES. VAN HAS UNSTABLE STEERING AND NOISE IN RIGHT REAR WHEEL AREA. WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED AND TAKING IT TO REPAIR SHOP, THE NOISE GETS LOUDER AND MY SON FOLLOWING ME REPORTS REAR TIRES BECOMING MISALIGNED. RIGHT TIRE IS SMOKING AND TIRE FRAGMENTS ARE EVIDENT. REPAIR ...

Feb 12, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

CHASSIS RUSTED OUT AROUND MTR MOUNTS: CAR MAKES NOISE AND STEERS CROOKED: I JUST FOUND OUT WHY BUT, IT'S BEEN DOING IT FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. *TR

Feb 12, 2010 Structure 90,000 mi

CHASSIS RUSTED OUT AROUND MTR MOUNTS: CAR MAKES NOISE AND STEERS CROOKED: I JUST FOUND OUT WHY BUT, IT'S BEEN DOING IT FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. *TR

Feb 1, 2010 Electrical System 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY ENTIRE DASH HAS GONE OUT EXCEPT FOR MY AIRBAG LIGHT. THIS INCLUDES MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, MY RPMS, AND MY GAS GAUGES. *TR

Feb 1, 2010 Electrical System 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND MY ENTIRE DASH HAS GONE OUT EXCEPT FOR MY AIRBAG LIGHT. THIS INCLUDES MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, MY RPMS, AND MY GAS GAUGES. *TR

Jan 21, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE DASHBOARD ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LAST SPRING. ALL THE GAUGES WOULD GO WACKY AND THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON. I TOOK IT INTO THE LUTHER FORD DEALER IN FARGO, ND AND THEY COULD NOT FIGURE IT OUT. OFFERED TO REPLACE FRONT BOARD WHERE THE GAUGES ARE FOR NO CHARGE I WOULD ...

Jan 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 145,000 mi

I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE DASHBOARD ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LAST SPRING. ALL THE GAUGES WOULD GO WACKY AND THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON. I TOOK IT INTO THE LUTHER FORD DEALER IN FARGO, ND AND THEY COULD NOT FIGURE IT OUT. OFFERED TO REPLACE FRONT BOARD WHERE THE GAUGES ARE FOR NO CHARGE I WOULD ...

Jan 21, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE DASHBOARD ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LAST SPRING. ALL THE GAUGES WOULD GO WACKY AND THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON. I TOOK IT INTO THE LUTHER FORD DEALER IN FARGO, ND AND THEY COULD NOT FIGURE IT OUT. OFFERED TO REPLACE FRONT BOARD WHERE THE GAUGES ARE FOR NO CHARGE I WOULD ...

Jan 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 145,000 mi

I WAS HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE DASHBOARD ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LAST SPRING. ALL THE GAUGES WOULD GO WACKY AND THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON. I TOOK IT INTO THE LUTHER FORD DEALER IN FARGO, ND AND THEY COULD NOT FIGURE IT OUT. OFFERED TO REPLACE FRONT BOARD WHERE THE GAUGES ARE FOR NO CHARGE I WOULD ...

Jan 12, 2010 Suspension 165,000 mi

MY REAR AXEL IS BROKEN ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. HAPPENED JANUARY 1ST 2010, ATLEAST THAT IS WHEN I NOTICED IT. ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK, FELT LIKE I WAS DRIVING ON ICE! CAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN BABIED. NO HISTORY OF ABUSE. THIS IS A FACTORY ISSUE AND IN READING HUNDREDS (LITERALLY) OF THREADS, THIS IS A ...

Jan 12, 2010 Suspension 165,000 mi

MY REAR AXEL IS BROKEN ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. HAPPENED JANUARY 1ST 2010, ATLEAST THAT IS WHEN I NOTICED IT. ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK, FELT LIKE I WAS DRIVING ON ICE! CAR HAS ALWAYS BEEN BABIED. NO HISTORY OF ABUSE. THIS IS A FACTORY ISSUE AND IN READING HUNDREDS (LITERALLY) OF THREADS, THIS IS A ...

Dec 29, 2009 Suspension 158,647 mi

FORD WINDSTAR SEEMS TO HAVE A DESIGN THAT IS A DEFINITE HAZARD WITH THE REAR AXLE MEMBER. THE STAMPED REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY WILL FAIL AFTER 100,00 MILE BY CRACKING AND FAILURE IS QUICK TO COME. THERE ARE NUMEROUS INCIDENTS OF IT FROM 1996 TO PRESENT, I HAVE A 1999 AND MY WIFE KEPT TELLING ME ABOUT A RU...

Dec 29, 2009 Suspension 158,647 mi

FORD WINDSTAR SEEMS TO HAVE A DESIGN THAT IS A DEFINITE HAZARD WITH THE REAR AXLE MEMBER. THE STAMPED REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY WILL FAIL AFTER 100,00 MILE BY CRACKING AND FAILURE IS QUICK TO COME. THERE ARE NUMEROUS INCIDENTS OF IT FROM 1996 TO PRESENT, I HAVE A 1999 AND MY WIFE KEPT TELLING ME ABOUT A RU...

Dec 28, 2009 Power Train 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, HE HEARD A BANG NOISE, AND THEN HE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULT STEERING. HE NOTICED THAT THE TIRES WERE BENT INWARD. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY HAD CRACKED. HE WAS W...

Dec 28, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

OUR FAMILY WAS IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX 3.8L V6 WHEN WE WERE LOOSING CONTROL OVER THE REAR END OF OUR VAN. WE THOUGHT WE HAD A TIRE PROBLEM. WE DROVE TO THE TIRE STORE. THEY SHOWED US THAT OUR REAR AXLE HAD ALMOST BROKEN COMPLETELY IN HALF. WITH SOME RESEARCH, WE FOUND THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY ...

Dec 28, 2009 Power Train 148,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, HE HEARD A BANG NOISE, AND THEN HE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULT STEERING. HE NOTICED THAT THE TIRES WERE BENT INWARD. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY HAD CRACKED. HE WAS W...

Dec 28, 2009 Suspension 185,000 mi

OUR FAMILY WAS IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX 3.8L V6 WHEN WE WERE LOOSING CONTROL OVER THE REAR END OF OUR VAN. WE THOUGHT WE HAD A TIRE PROBLEM. WE DROVE TO THE TIRE STORE. THEY SHOWED US THAT OUR REAR AXLE HAD ALMOST BROKEN COMPLETELY IN HALF. WITH SOME RESEARCH, WE FOUND THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY ...

Dec 21, 2009 Suspension 128,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF SUB FRAME CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A DEAD STOP AND FRONT END TO DROP. THERE WAS NO WARNING EXCEPT THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT A LITTLE. TO FIX THE PROBLEM, HAD TO REPLACE SUB FRAME. THE BRACKET WHERE THE CONTROL ARM SHOULD BE WAS COMPLETELY...

Dec 21, 2009 Tires 128,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF SUB FRAME CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A DEAD STOP AND FRONT END TO DROP. THERE WAS NO WARNING EXCEPT THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT A LITTLE. TO FIX THE PROBLEM, HAD TO REPLACE SUB FRAME. THE BRACKET WHERE THE CONTROL ARM SHOULD BE WAS COMPLETELY...

Dec 21, 2009 Suspension 128,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF SUB FRAME CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A DEAD STOP AND FRONT END TO DROP. THERE WAS NO WARNING EXCEPT THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT A LITTLE. TO FIX THE PROBLEM, HAD TO REPLACE SUB FRAME. THE BRACKET WHERE THE CONTROL ARM SHOULD BE WAS COMPLETELY...

Dec 21, 2009 Tires 128,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, CONTROL ARM BROKE OFF SUB FRAME CAUSING VEHICLE TO COME TO A DEAD STOP AND FRONT END TO DROP. THERE WAS NO WARNING EXCEPT THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT A LITTLE. TO FIX THE PROBLEM, HAD TO REPLACE SUB FRAME. THE BRACKET WHERE THE CONTROL ARM SHOULD BE WAS COMPLETELY...

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric Fire 135,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING WHEN WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASH AND SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. WHEN WE STOPPED AND LIFTED UP THE HOOD THERE WERE FLAMES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THERE IS WHAT WE THINK IS A SENSOR UNDER MASTER CYLINDER IT WAS ON FIRE. *TR

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric Fire 135,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING WHEN WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASH AND SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. WHEN WE STOPPED AND LIFTED UP THE HOOD THERE WERE FLAMES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THERE IS WHAT WE THINK IS A SENSOR UNDER MASTER CYLINDER IT WAS ON FIRE. *TR

Dec 16, 2009 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION A MECHANIC STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED. PRIOR TO THE INSPECTION NO SYMPTOMS WERE PRESENT. HE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AT AN OF EXPENSE $1500.00. HE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, BUT NO ASSISTANCE...

Dec 16, 2009 Power Train 116,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. DURING ROUTINE INSPECTION A MECHANIC STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED. PRIOR TO THE INSPECTION NO SYMPTOMS WERE PRESENT. HE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF HAVING THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AT AN OF EXPENSE $1500.00. HE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER, BUT NO ASSISTANCE...

Dec 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH THE ABS LIGHT AND TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. SHE RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED AT AN EXPENSE OF $ 8...

Dec 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH THE ABS LIGHT AND TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. SHE RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED, AND SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED AT AN EXPENSE OF $ 8...

Nov 24, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 125 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 1999 WITH ABS LIGHT COMES ON. I RECENTLY RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD FOR RECALL OF A SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH AS IT POSES A LEAK IN BRAKE FLUID WHICH MAY CAUSE FIRE. I WENT TO DEALER CLOSE BY AND HE SAID HE CHANGE THE WIRE HARNESS AND AS FAR AS THE ABS LIGHT DIAGN...

Nov 24, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 125 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 1999 WITH ABS LIGHT COMES ON. I RECENTLY RECEIVED A LETTER FROM FORD FOR RECALL OF A SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH AS IT POSES A LEAK IN BRAKE FLUID WHICH MAY CAUSE FIRE. I WENT TO DEALER CLOSE BY AND HE SAID HE CHANGE THE WIRE HARNESS AND AS FAR AS THE ABS LIGHT DIAGN...

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 92,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BEING TRANSMITTED FROM THE ENGINE TO THE WHEELS (LATER DETERMINED TO BE A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER THAT ALSO DESTROYED THE TRANSMISSION). *TR

Nov 19, 2009 Power Train 92,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER BEING TRANSMITTED FROM THE ENGINE TO THE WHEELS (LATER DETERMINED TO BE A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER THAT ALSO DESTROYED THE TRANSMISSION). *TR

Nov 10, 2009 Electrical System 99,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER AND RPM GAUGES INTERMITTENTLY GO 'HAYWIRE' - SWEEPING BACK AND FORTH FOR UP TO 20 SECONDS AT A TIME. *TR

Nov 10, 2009 Electrical System 99,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER AND RPM GAUGES INTERMITTENTLY GO 'HAYWIRE' - SWEEPING BACK AND FORTH FOR UP TO 20 SECONDS AT A TIME. *TR

Nov 4, 2009 Electrical System Fire 140,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR WHEN THE WIRES BEHIND THE MOTOR STARTED A FIRE, NO REPAIRS WERE DONE. *TR

Nov 4, 2009 Electrical System Fire 140,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY CAR WHEN THE WIRES BEHIND THE MOTOR STARTED A FIRE, NO REPAIRS WERE DONE. *TR

Nov 2, 2009 Fuel System, Other 84,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, MILES 84,000. UNDER NORM DRIVING CONDITIONS, R2 VALVE COVER FELLED HAD A HOLE INSIDE IT ALONG WITH GASKETS IN R2 PLATNIUM. I HAD TO BUY FROM FORD THE GASKETS SET AND R 2VALUE COVER AND THE BOLTS WHICH ARE SPECIALLY MADE BUY THEM. ONE WOULD BELIEVE THAT FORD DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH ST...

Nov 2, 2009 Fuel System, Other 84,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, MILES 84,000. UNDER NORM DRIVING CONDITIONS, R2 VALVE COVER FELLED HAD A HOLE INSIDE IT ALONG WITH GASKETS IN R2 PLATNIUM. I HAD TO BUY FROM FORD THE GASKETS SET AND R 2VALUE COVER AND THE BOLTS WHICH ARE SPECIALLY MADE BUY THEM. ONE WOULD BELIEVE THAT FORD DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH ST...

Oct 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

THE THROTTLE CABLE OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRAYED AND CAUSED THE THROTTLE TO STICK. THE FRAYED OUTER PART OF THE WIRE CAME OFF LEAVING SHARP METAL ENDS THAT ALLOWED THE CABLE TO BECOME STUCK IN THE PLASTIC SHEATH. HAD TO BE PULLED OUT BY HAND. NO INJURY OCCURRED BUT COULD HAVE IF ON THE HIGH WAY...

Oct 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

THE THROTTLE CABLE OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR FRAYED AND CAUSED THE THROTTLE TO STICK. THE FRAYED OUTER PART OF THE WIRE CAME OFF LEAVING SHARP METAL ENDS THAT ALLOWED THE CABLE TO BECOME STUCK IN THE PLASTIC SHEATH. HAD TO BE PULLED OUT BY HAND. NO INJURY OCCURRED BUT COULD HAVE IF ON THE HIGH WAY...

Oct 24, 2009 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 1999 WINDSTAR AND ABS LIGHT GOES ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER STARTING ENGINE AND DOES NOT GO OUT -- IS THERE A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM AND IS IT DANGEROUS -- THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. *TR

Oct 24, 2009 Unknown Or Other 136,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A 1999 WINDSTAR AND ABS LIGHT GOES ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER STARTING ENGINE AND DOES NOT GO OUT -- IS THERE A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM AND IS IT DANGEROUS -- THE DEALER SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. *TR

Oct 20, 2009 Suspension 170,000 mi

WHILE CORNERING AT 20 MILES PER HOUR, MY 1999 FORD WIND STAR GAVE OUT A LOUD METAL CRACKING NOISE. THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE REAR AXLE ASSY. HAD SNAPPED EXACTLY WHERE EVERYONE WHO HAS COMPLAINED ABOUT THE SAME THING ON LINE DID. THIS IS NOT COINCIDENCE NOR FROM THOSE, ROTTEN DENYING REPS OF FORD, TELLI...

Oct 20, 2009 Traction Control System 67,428 mi

ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 67,428 mi

ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 20, 2009 Suspension 170,000 mi

WHILE CORNERING AT 20 MILES PER HOUR, MY 1999 FORD WIND STAR GAVE OUT A LOUD METAL CRACKING NOISE. THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE REAR AXLE ASSY. HAD SNAPPED EXACTLY WHERE EVERYONE WHO HAS COMPLAINED ABOUT THE SAME THING ON LINE DID. THIS IS NOT COINCIDENCE NOR FROM THOSE, ROTTEN DENYING REPS OF FORD, TELLI...

Oct 20, 2009 Traction Control System 67,428 mi

ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 67,428 mi

ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ARE ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 18, 2009 Electrical System Fire

VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE. *TR

Oct 18, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE. *TR

Oct 18, 2009 Electrical System Fire

VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE. *TR

Oct 18, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

VAN CAUGHT ON FIRE. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Electrical System 88,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. IT WILL GO OFF FOR A WHILE THEN COME BACK ON. GOODYEAR SAID I PROBABLY NEED NEW COMPUTER CHIP THAT THE ABS ONE WAS DEFECTIVE. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Electrical System 88,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. IT WILL GO OFF FOR A WHILE THEN COME BACK ON. GOODYEAR SAID I PROBABLY NEED NEW COMPUTER CHIP THAT THE ABS ONE WAS DEFECTIVE. *TR

Oct 9, 2009 Electrical System 114,850 mi

THE BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) DEVELOPS A LEAKING AND "ABS" LIGHT TURN ON IN THE DASHBOARD IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE VAN SINCE ON SEPT. 29, 2009, THEREFORE MPH IS NOT WORKING ON SPEED-O-METER AND MILEAGE GETS BLANK LIKES "---------". ALSO HEAT &...

Oct 9, 2009 Visibility 114,850 mi

THE BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) DEVELOPS A LEAKING AND "ABS" LIGHT TURN ON IN THE DASHBOARD IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE VAN SINCE ON SEPT. 29, 2009, THEREFORE MPH IS NOT WORKING ON SPEED-O-METER AND MILEAGE GETS BLANK LIKES "---------". ALSO HEAT &...

Oct 9, 2009 Electrical System 114,850 mi

THE BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) DEVELOPS A LEAKING AND "ABS" LIGHT TURN ON IN THE DASHBOARD IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE VAN SINCE ON SEPT. 29, 2009, THEREFORE MPH IS NOT WORKING ON SPEED-O-METER AND MILEAGE GETS BLANK LIKES "---------". ALSO HEAT &...

Oct 9, 2009 Visibility 114,850 mi

THE BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) DEVELOPS A LEAKING AND "ABS" LIGHT TURN ON IN THE DASHBOARD IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE VAN SINCE ON SEPT. 29, 2009, THEREFORE MPH IS NOT WORKING ON SPEED-O-METER AND MILEAGE GETS BLANK LIKES "---------". ALSO HEAT &...

Oct 5, 2009 Structure 118,000 mi

THE CAR STARTED PULLING REALLY HARD TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL AND ALMOST AN ACCIDENT. THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE RUSTED IN ONE SPOT ON THE SUBFRAME WHERE IT JOINS THE FRAME AROUND THE MOUNTING BOLT. THIS IS ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAS BROKEN LOOSE ...

Oct 5, 2009 Structure 118,000 mi

THE CAR STARTED PULLING REALLY HARD TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL AND ALMOST AN ACCIDENT. THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE RUSTED IN ONE SPOT ON THE SUBFRAME WHERE IT JOINS THE FRAME AROUND THE MOUNTING BOLT. THIS IS ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAS BROKEN LOOSE ...

Sep 22, 2009 Electrical System 137,219 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WASN'T READING CORRECTLY, POSSIBLY 10 TO 15 MILES AN HOUR OFF, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT SPEED. I WASN'T AWARE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL I GOT A RADAR TICKET IN THE MAIL. I KNEW WHAT SPEED I WAS TRAVELING ACCORDING TO THE SPEEDOMETER AND IT WAS DIFFERENT THAN WAS INDICAT...

Sep 22, 2009 Electrical System 137,219 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WASN'T READING CORRECTLY, POSSIBLY 10 TO 15 MILES AN HOUR OFF, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO MAINTAIN THE CORRECT SPEED. I WASN'T AWARE OF THE PROBLEM UNTIL I GOT A RADAR TICKET IN THE MAIL. I KNEW WHAT SPEED I WAS TRAVELING ACCORDING TO THE SPEEDOMETER AND IT WAS DIFFERENT THAN WAS INDICAT...

Sep 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 155,367 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS BLOWING A FUSE CAUSING MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH THIS LOOKS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CATASTROPHIC RESULTS IF NOT DISABLED. AFTER READING THESE RESULTS I IMMEDIATELY HAD SOME...

Sep 17, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 155,367 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS BLOWING A FUSE CAUSING MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH THIS LOOKS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CATASTROPHIC RESULTS IF NOT DISABLED. AFTER READING THESE RESULTS I IMMEDIATELY HAD SOME...

Sep 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 155,367 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS BLOWING A FUSE CAUSING MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH THIS LOOKS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CATASTROPHIC RESULTS IF NOT DISABLED. AFTER READING THESE RESULTS I IMMEDIATELY HAD SOME...

Sep 17, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 155,367 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS BLOWING A FUSE CAUSING MY SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH THIS LOOKS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CATASTROPHIC RESULTS IF NOT DISABLED. AFTER READING THESE RESULTS I IMMEDIATELY HAD SOME...

Sep 16, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 200,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AUTOMATICALLY OPENED TWICE ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER ADVISED THE MECHANIC THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE OR HOW TO REPAIR IT. THE SERVICE MANAGER STATED THAT DUST ON THE CYLINOID OF THE DOOR MECH...

Sep 16, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 200,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AUTOMATICALLY OPENED TWICE ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER ADVISED THE MECHANIC THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE OR HOW TO REPAIR IT. THE SERVICE MANAGER STATED THAT DUST ON THE CYLINOID OF THE DOOR MECH...

Sep 15, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 15, 2009 Electrical System 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 15, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 15, 2009 Electrical System 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,600 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. LAST WEEK OF JULY/2009, HAD FORD DEALER REPLACED FRONT ROTORS & PADS + REAR SHOES & MACHINED REAR DRUMS. WITHIN 1ST WEEK AFTER BRAKES JOB ABS LIGHT BEGAN CYCLING ON & OFF. AFTER THE 4TH WEEK, THE ABS LIGHT STAYED SOLID. CRUISE CONTROL IS ALSO NOT FUNCTIONING. FORD DEALER SAYS MIG...

Sep 3, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 93,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - THE ABS LIGHT AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT APPEARS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE 'CHECK TRACTION CONTROL' MESSAGE COMES UP AS WELL. *TR

Sep 3, 2009 Traction Control System 93,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - THE ABS LIGHT AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT APPEARS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE 'CHECK TRACTION CONTROL' MESSAGE COMES UP AS WELL. *TR

Sep 3, 2009 Electrical System 82,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- ALL THE INSTRUMENTS LIKE 'ODOMETER', RPM, FUEL GAUGE, ENGINE HEAT IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MALFUNCTION. THEY SOMETIMES RANDOMLY GO UP DOWN, SOMETIMES GO TO ZERO AND LOOK LIKE DEAD. *TR

Sep 3, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 93,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - THE ABS LIGHT AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT APPEARS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE 'CHECK TRACTION CONTROL' MESSAGE COMES UP AS WELL. *TR

Sep 3, 2009 Traction Control System 93,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - THE ABS LIGHT AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT APPEARS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE 'CHECK TRACTION CONTROL' MESSAGE COMES UP AS WELL. *TR

Sep 3, 2009 Electrical System 82,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- ALL THE INSTRUMENTS LIKE 'ODOMETER', RPM, FUEL GAUGE, ENGINE HEAT IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MALFUNCTION. THEY SOMETIMES RANDOMLY GO UP DOWN, SOMETIMES GO TO ZERO AND LOOK LIKE DEAD. *TR

Sep 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND IT IS INTERMITTENTLY. WE HAVE HAD THE ABS CHECKED AND TOLD IT IS FINE, BUT IT MAKES NO SENSE THAT THE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN ONGOING FOR THE LAST 4 OR SO YEARS. *TR

Sep 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND IT IS INTERMITTENTLY. WE HAVE HAD THE ABS CHECKED AND TOLD IT IS FINE, BUT IT MAKES NO SENSE THAT THE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN ONGOING FOR THE LAST 4 OR SO YEARS. *TR

Sep 1, 2009 Electrical System 92,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER GOING HAYWIRE, ODOMETER UP AND DOWN, OVERDRIVE FLASHING,BRAKE LIGHT ON, ABS LIGHT ON. '99 WINDSTAR A COMPLETE LEMON FROM 30,000 MILES ON. IN SHOP AT 34000 MILES FOR SIX WEEKS. PRESENTLY SMOKE FROM UNDER HOOD CAUSED BY BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH. REPLACING THIS DATE. PREVIOUS ...

Sep 1, 2009 Electrical System 92,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER GOING HAYWIRE, ODOMETER UP AND DOWN, OVERDRIVE FLASHING,BRAKE LIGHT ON, ABS LIGHT ON. '99 WINDSTAR A COMPLETE LEMON FROM 30,000 MILES ON. IN SHOP AT 34000 MILES FOR SIX WEEKS. PRESENTLY SMOKE FROM UNDER HOOD CAUSED BY BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH. REPLACING THIS DATE. PREVIOUS ...

Aug 30, 2009 Electrical System 175,021 mi

WHEN I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY GAUGES WILL NOT WORK BUT THEN SUDDENLY WORK FOR A FEW MILES AND THEN GET STUCK IN WHATEVER POSITION THEY HAPPEN TO BE IN. ITS MY FUEL, RPM, SPEED AND TEMP ARE EFFECTED. MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND MY O/D LIGHT FLASHES BUT ONLY AFTER I HAVE DRIVEN TEN TO FIFTEEN MILES. M...

Aug 30, 2009 Electrical System 175,021 mi

WHEN I AM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY GAUGES WILL NOT WORK BUT THEN SUDDENLY WORK FOR A FEW MILES AND THEN GET STUCK IN WHATEVER POSITION THEY HAPPEN TO BE IN. ITS MY FUEL, RPM, SPEED AND TEMP ARE EFFECTED. MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND MY O/D LIGHT FLASHES BUT ONLY AFTER I HAVE DRIVEN TEN TO FIFTEEN MILES. M...

Aug 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 26, 2009 Traction Control System 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 26, 2009 Power Train 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 26, 2009 Traction Control System 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 26, 2009 Power Train 129,483 mi

ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT IN DASHBOARD COMING ON. WHEN VEHICLE PURCHASED AS USED CAR THESE ITEMS SHOWED UP ON THE DRIVE HOME AFTER PURCHASE. VEH HAS BEEN IN TO FORD DEALERSHIP GARAGE 4 TIMES. BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE AT THAT TIME. 3 MONTHS LATER BRAKE LIGHT COME ON. CHECK AND FIND THAT BRAKE FLUID IS LEA...

Aug 22, 2009 Electrical System 106,653 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A USED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL MINIVAN. WE TOOK IT TO AN AUTO SHOP TO HAVE AN OIL CHANGE, AND AIR FILTERS REPLACED. UPON RETURNING HOME THAT EVENING, WE NOTICED AND SMELLED SMOKE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN WE WENT TO LOOK AT IT, WE FOUND WHITE SMOKE COMING UP FROM BEHIND THE...

Aug 22, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 106,653 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A USED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL MINIVAN. WE TOOK IT TO AN AUTO SHOP TO HAVE AN OIL CHANGE, AND AIR FILTERS REPLACED. UPON RETURNING HOME THAT EVENING, WE NOTICED AND SMELLED SMOKE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN WE WENT TO LOOK AT IT, WE FOUND WHITE SMOKE COMING UP FROM BEHIND THE...

Aug 22, 2009 Electrical System 106,653 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A USED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL MINIVAN. WE TOOK IT TO AN AUTO SHOP TO HAVE AN OIL CHANGE, AND AIR FILTERS REPLACED. UPON RETURNING HOME THAT EVENING, WE NOTICED AND SMELLED SMOKE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN WE WENT TO LOOK AT IT, WE FOUND WHITE SMOKE COMING UP FROM BEHIND THE...

Aug 22, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 106,653 mi

WE RECENTLY PURCHASED A USED 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL MINIVAN. WE TOOK IT TO AN AUTO SHOP TO HAVE AN OIL CHANGE, AND AIR FILTERS REPLACED. UPON RETURNING HOME THAT EVENING, WE NOTICED AND SMELLED SMOKE FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. WHEN WE WENT TO LOOK AT IT, WE FOUND WHITE SMOKE COMING UP FROM BEHIND THE...

Aug 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 108,000 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR ESL 99, YESTERDAY THE WIRES OF THE SENSOR OF THE BRAKES FLUID BURNED, I WAS LUCKY TO BE IN A TIRE SHOP AND THEY CHECKED AND DISCONNECTED IT. I WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THE VAN IS ON RECALL, HE HAS SENT ME DIFFERENT ARTICLES FROM THE INTERNET ABOUT FORD FIRES RECALL THAT INCLUDES ...

Aug 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 108,000 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR ESL 99, YESTERDAY THE WIRES OF THE SENSOR OF THE BRAKES FLUID BURNED, I WAS LUCKY TO BE IN A TIRE SHOP AND THEY CHECKED AND DISCONNECTED IT. I WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THE VAN IS ON RECALL, HE HAS SENT ME DIFFERENT ARTICLES FROM THE INTERNET ABOUT FORD FIRES RECALL THAT INCLUDES ...

Aug 12, 2009 Power Train 90,405 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING HIS VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 90,405.

Aug 12, 2009 Electrical System 125,721 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON, BRAKE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON, NOW MY SPEEDOMETER AND THE RPM METER ARE NOT WORKING... *TR

Aug 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 125,721 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON, BRAKE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON, NOW MY SPEEDOMETER AND THE RPM METER ARE NOT WORKING... *TR

Aug 12, 2009 Power Train 90,405 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING HIS VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 90,405.

Aug 12, 2009 Electrical System 125,721 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON, BRAKE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON, NOW MY SPEEDOMETER AND THE RPM METER ARE NOT WORKING... *TR

Aug 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 125,721 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON, BRAKE LIGHT COMES OFF AND ON, NOW MY SPEEDOMETER AND THE RPM METER ARE NOT WORKING... *TR

Aug 4, 2009 Structure 97,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE (OR REAR SUPPORT BEAM)BROKE IN TWO ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAD HEARD SOME NOISE FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR AND HAD AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE IT CHECKED THE DAY AFTER THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED. I HAD THOUGHT THAT MAYBE THE REAR SHOCKS WERE GOING. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON SUNRISE HIGHWAY IN...

Aug 4, 2009 Suspension

I HAVE BEEN HEARING A CLANKING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF MY CAR. I BROUGHT IT TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME I HAD A CRACK IN MY REAR AXLE. HE SAID IT WAS THE THIRD WINDSTAR HE HAD SEEN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM -- TWO 1999 WINDSTARS (ONE BEING MINE) AND A 2001 WINDSTAR. THIS IS POSSIBLE A RECALL SITUATION....

Aug 4, 2009 Structure 97,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE (OR REAR SUPPORT BEAM)BROKE IN TWO ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAD HEARD SOME NOISE FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR AND HAD AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE IT CHECKED THE DAY AFTER THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED. I HAD THOUGHT THAT MAYBE THE REAR SHOCKS WERE GOING. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON SUNRISE HIGHWAY IN...

Aug 4, 2009 Suspension

I HAVE BEEN HEARING A CLANKING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF MY CAR. I BROUGHT IT TO MY MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME I HAD A CRACK IN MY REAR AXLE. HE SAID IT WAS THE THIRD WINDSTAR HE HAD SEEN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM -- TWO 1999 WINDSTARS (ONE BEING MINE) AND A 2001 WINDSTAR. THIS IS POSSIBLE A RECALL SITUATION....

Jul 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT CONTINUES TO COME ON AND AFTER INVESTIGATION THE MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE ECM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON EVERY DAY AND THE BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE IS REDUCED. HAVE NOT REPLACED THE MODULE AS WE CAN NOT LOCATE ONE LOCALLY. *TR

Jul 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT CONTINUES TO COME ON AND AFTER INVESTIGATION THE MECHANIC INDICATED THAT THE ECM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON EVERY DAY AND THE BRAKING OF THE VEHICLE IS REDUCED. HAVE NOT REPLACED THE MODULE AS WE CAN NOT LOCATE ONE LOCALLY. *TR

Jul 30, 2009 Electrical System 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.0L 4SP AUTO. ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (TESTED AT MY EXPENSE $70) HAS GONE BAD, SEEMS TO BE A BIG PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THIS. I HAVE NO ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER OR ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE ENGINE ALSO SHUTS OFF ON ITS OWN ON OCCASION, DON'T KNOW IF THAT'S RELATED ...

Jul 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.0L 4SP AUTO. ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (TESTED AT MY EXPENSE $70) HAS GONE BAD, SEEMS TO BE A BIG PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THIS. I HAVE NO ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER OR ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE ENGINE ALSO SHUTS OFF ON ITS OWN ON OCCASION, DON'T KNOW IF THAT'S RELATED ...

Jul 30, 2009 Electrical System 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.0L 4SP AUTO. ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (TESTED AT MY EXPENSE $70) HAS GONE BAD, SEEMS TO BE A BIG PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THIS. I HAVE NO ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER OR ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE ENGINE ALSO SHUTS OFF ON ITS OWN ON OCCASION, DON'T KNOW IF THAT'S RELATED ...

Jul 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.0L 4SP AUTO. ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROL MODULE (TESTED AT MY EXPENSE $70) HAS GONE BAD, SEEMS TO BE A BIG PROBLEM AS MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THIS. I HAVE NO ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER OR ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THE ENGINE ALSO SHUTS OFF ON ITS OWN ON OCCASION, DON'T KNOW IF THAT'S RELATED ...

Jul 29, 2009 Suspension 138,000 mi

1. REAR OF VAN SWAYING AND A SQUEAKING NOISE..............2. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE REAR AXLE CRACKED AT THE MID POINT 3/4 THE WAY THROUGH..............3. PLAN TO REPLACE THE AXLE, HAVE NOT DONE SO AS YET. I WILL KEEP THE OLD AXLE OR MAKE IT AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.............."THE WHOLE STORY"......

Jul 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT COMES ON DAILY. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF START UP. *TR

Jul 29, 2009 Suspension 138,000 mi

1. REAR OF VAN SWAYING AND A SQUEAKING NOISE..............2. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE REAR AXLE CRACKED AT THE MID POINT 3/4 THE WAY THROUGH..............3. PLAN TO REPLACE THE AXLE, HAVE NOT DONE SO AS YET. I WILL KEEP THE OLD AXLE OR MAKE IT AVAILABLE IF NEEDED.............."THE WHOLE STORY"......

Jul 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT COMES ON DAILY. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF START UP. *TR

Jul 27, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 129,000 mi

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR VAN FROM A USED CAR DEALER BY THE NAME OF RAY PRICE IN DEC. OF '07. WE HAD BEEN LOOKING FOR A VAN FOR SOME TIME AND I HAD LOOKED FOR ANY RECALLS BEFORE WE PURCHASED. I FOUND NONE LISTED. WE PAID OFF THE CAR LAST MONTH, AND THAT'S WHEN THE TROUBLE STARTED. I HAVE TAKEN IT...

Jul 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 129,000 mi

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR VAN FROM A USED CAR DEALER BY THE NAME OF RAY PRICE IN DEC. OF '07. WE HAD BEEN LOOKING FOR A VAN FOR SOME TIME AND I HAD LOOKED FOR ANY RECALLS BEFORE WE PURCHASED. I FOUND NONE LISTED. WE PAID OFF THE CAR LAST MONTH, AND THAT'S WHEN THE TROUBLE STARTED. I HAVE TAKEN IT...

Jul 27, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 129,000 mi

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR VAN FROM A USED CAR DEALER BY THE NAME OF RAY PRICE IN DEC. OF '07. WE HAD BEEN LOOKING FOR A VAN FOR SOME TIME AND I HAD LOOKED FOR ANY RECALLS BEFORE WE PURCHASED. I FOUND NONE LISTED. WE PAID OFF THE CAR LAST MONTH, AND THAT'S WHEN THE TROUBLE STARTED. I HAVE TAKEN IT...

Jul 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 129,000 mi

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR VAN FROM A USED CAR DEALER BY THE NAME OF RAY PRICE IN DEC. OF '07. WE HAD BEEN LOOKING FOR A VAN FOR SOME TIME AND I HAD LOOKED FOR ANY RECALLS BEFORE WE PURCHASED. I FOUND NONE LISTED. WE PAID OFF THE CAR LAST MONTH, AND THAT'S WHEN THE TROUBLE STARTED. I HAVE TAKEN IT...

Jul 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 138,000 mi

MY CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, I WOULD SMELL A ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL AFTER DRIVING IT AND A LITTLE SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. MY DADA AND MYSELF CHECKED AND FOUND A SMALL BRAKE FLUID LEAK THAT WAS GETTING ON A ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THIS WAS ALSO CAUSING SOME FUSES TO BLO...

Jul 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 138,000 mi

MY CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, I WOULD SMELL A ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL AFTER DRIVING IT AND A LITTLE SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. MY DADA AND MYSELF CHECKED AND FOUND A SMALL BRAKE FLUID LEAK THAT WAS GETTING ON A ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THIS WAS ALSO CAUSING SOME FUSES TO BLO...

Jul 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 138,000 mi

MY CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, I WOULD SMELL A ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL AFTER DRIVING IT AND A LITTLE SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. MY DADA AND MYSELF CHECKED AND FOUND A SMALL BRAKE FLUID LEAK THAT WAS GETTING ON A ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THIS WAS ALSO CAUSING SOME FUSES TO BLO...

Jul 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 138,000 mi

MY CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, I WOULD SMELL A ELECTRICAL FIRE SMELL AFTER DRIVING IT AND A LITTLE SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. MY DADA AND MYSELF CHECKED AND FOUND A SMALL BRAKE FLUID LEAK THAT WAS GETTING ON A ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THIS WAS ALSO CAUSING SOME FUSES TO BLO...

Jul 22, 2009 Structure 162,400 mi

MY SISTERS 1999 WINDSTAR HAD A RUSTED SUBFRAME. I TOOK MY 1999 WINDSTAR TO A MECHANIC , THE SUBFRAME WAS STARTING TO RUST ON THE RIGHT SIDE. WITHIN 4 WEEKS , THE FRAME SPLIT WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 2 KIDS IN THE CAR. IT IS UNDRIVABLE. I CALL FORD ON 7/22/09 TO LET THEM KNOW OF A DESIGN PROBLEM (THE A/...

Jul 22, 2009 Structure 162,400 mi

MY SISTERS 1999 WINDSTAR HAD A RUSTED SUBFRAME. I TOOK MY 1999 WINDSTAR TO A MECHANIC , THE SUBFRAME WAS STARTING TO RUST ON THE RIGHT SIDE. WITHIN 4 WEEKS , THE FRAME SPLIT WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 2 KIDS IN THE CAR. IT IS UNDRIVABLE. I CALL FORD ON 7/22/09 TO LET THEM KNOW OF A DESIGN PROBLEM (THE A/...

Jul 21, 2009 Electrical System Crash 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD A LOT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE. THE INSIDE FAN GOES ON WHEN OPENING/CLOSING DOORS, LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, MY MASTER CYLINDER LEAKS AND I HAVE HAD ABS PROBLEMS. WE'VE REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION THREE TIMES. I LOVE MY VAN, BUT IT HAS A L...

Jul 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD A LOT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE. THE INSIDE FAN GOES ON WHEN OPENING/CLOSING DOORS, LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, MY MASTER CYLINDER LEAKS AND I HAVE HAD ABS PROBLEMS. WE'VE REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION THREE TIMES. I LOVE MY VAN, BUT IT HAS A L...

Jul 21, 2009 Electrical System Crash 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD A LOT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE. THE INSIDE FAN GOES ON WHEN OPENING/CLOSING DOORS, LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, MY MASTER CYLINDER LEAKS AND I HAVE HAD ABS PROBLEMS. WE'VE REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION THREE TIMES. I LOVE MY VAN, BUT IT HAS A L...

Jul 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 75,000 mi

I HAVE HAD A LOT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH MY 1999 WINDSTAR SE. THE INSIDE FAN GOES ON WHEN OPENING/CLOSING DOORS, LIGHTS FLICKER OFF AND ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON, MY MASTER CYLINDER LEAKS AND I HAVE HAD ABS PROBLEMS. WE'VE REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION THREE TIMES. I LOVE MY VAN, BUT IT HAS A L...

Jul 19, 2009 Structure 144,200 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITHOUT WARNING. THOUGHT I WAS HYDROPLANING, AS IT WAS RAINING. AT 60 MPH, I STARTED TO LOOSE CONTROL AND I SLOWED DOWN TO 40MPH. I DROVE 5 MILES, THINKING I WAS GETTING A FLAT TIRE. AS I PULLED OFF THE ROAD, REAR TIRES WERE SCRAPING THE FENDER AND I DISC...

Jul 19, 2009 Suspension 144,200 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITHOUT WARNING. THOUGHT I WAS HYDROPLANING, AS IT WAS RAINING. AT 60 MPH, I STARTED TO LOOSE CONTROL AND I SLOWED DOWN TO 40MPH. I DROVE 5 MILES, THINKING I WAS GETTING A FLAT TIRE. AS I PULLED OFF THE ROAD, REAR TIRES WERE SCRAPING THE FENDER AND I DISC...

Jul 19, 2009 Structure 144,200 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITHOUT WARNING. THOUGHT I WAS HYDROPLANING, AS IT WAS RAINING. AT 60 MPH, I STARTED TO LOOSE CONTROL AND I SLOWED DOWN TO 40MPH. I DROVE 5 MILES, THINKING I WAS GETTING A FLAT TIRE. AS I PULLED OFF THE ROAD, REAR TIRES WERE SCRAPING THE FENDER AND I DISC...

Jul 19, 2009 Suspension 144,200 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITHOUT WARNING. THOUGHT I WAS HYDROPLANING, AS IT WAS RAINING. AT 60 MPH, I STARTED TO LOOSE CONTROL AND I SLOWED DOWN TO 40MPH. I DROVE 5 MILES, THINKING I WAS GETTING A FLAT TIRE. AS I PULLED OFF THE ROAD, REAR TIRES WERE SCRAPING THE FENDER AND I DISC...

Jul 12, 2009 Suspension 140,000 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED INTO 2 ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Suspension 140,000 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED INTO 2 ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 11, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS LIGHT ON, ODOMETER INOP, SPEEDOMETER INOP, 15 AMP FUSE CONSTANTLY BLOWS. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING ON VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Jul 11, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS LIGHT ON, ODOMETER INOP, SPEEDOMETER INOP, 15 AMP FUSE CONSTANTLY BLOWS. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING ON VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Jul 9, 2009 Electrical System 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Electrical System 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 92,352 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SERVICE,BRAKE LIGHT RED, 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING OUT, SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OR FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT,SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING, CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING, ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR

Jul 6, 2009 Electrical System Fire 100,000 mi

2 WEEKS AGO, MY FAMILY AND I HAD MADE A TRIP TO THE DALLAS TEXAS AREA. A FEW DAYS INTO THE VACATION WE HAD GONE TO CHURCH. WELL, WHEN WE HAD LEFT CHURCH, I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WERE NOT WORKING. I ALSO NOTICED THAT THE ABS WAS ON. MY FATHER-IN-LAW SUGGESTED THAT ...

Jul 6, 2009 Electrical System Fire 100,000 mi

2 WEEKS AGO, MY FAMILY AND I HAD MADE A TRIP TO THE DALLAS TEXAS AREA. A FEW DAYS INTO THE VACATION WE HAD GONE TO CHURCH. WELL, WHEN WE HAD LEFT CHURCH, I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER, THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WERE NOT WORKING. I ALSO NOTICED THAT THE ABS WAS ON. MY FATHER-IN-LAW SUGGESTED THAT ...

Jul 1, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. PROBLEM FOUND WHEN ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK, AIR CONDITIONER AND A FEW OTHER ITEMS NO LONGER FUNCTIONED. APPARENTLY FLUID CAUSED A SHORT THAT ACTIVATED A FUSE, DISABLING THESE I...

Jul 1, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. PROBLEM FOUND WHEN ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK, AIR CONDITIONER AND A FEW OTHER ITEMS NO LONGER FUNCTIONED. APPARENTLY FLUID CAUSED A SHORT THAT ACTIVATED A FUSE, DISABLING THESE I...

Jun 24, 2009 Equipment 107,547 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED RUST IN THE SUBFRAME COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING. CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS DRIPPING ONTO THE SUBFRAME, WHICH CAUSED THE RUST. THE DEALER ST...

Jun 24, 2009 Structure 107,547 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED RUST IN THE SUBFRAME COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING. CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS DRIPPING ONTO THE SUBFRAME, WHICH CAUSED THE RUST. THE DEALER ST...

Jun 24, 2009 Equipment 107,547 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED RUST IN THE SUBFRAME COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING. CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS DRIPPING ONTO THE SUBFRAME, WHICH CAUSED THE RUST. THE DEALER ST...

Jun 24, 2009 Structure 107,547 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED RUST IN THE SUBFRAME COMING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING. CONDENSATION FROM THE AIR CONDITIONING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS DRIPPING ONTO THE SUBFRAME, WHICH CAUSED THE RUST. THE DEALER ST...

Jun 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE CALLED THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 99V147000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION ...

Jun 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE CALLED THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 99V147000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION ...

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON DASHBOARD KEEPS COMING ON.. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR... NO PROBLEM WITH BRAKES.. JUST LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON....IS THERE A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM... THANKS. *TR

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON DASHBOARD KEEPS COMING ON.. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR... NO PROBLEM WITH BRAKES.. JUST LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON....IS THERE A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM... THANKS. *TR

Jun 17, 2009 Visibility Fire 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR BURNED THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS. IN 2001, THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V261000; HOWEVER, IT DID NOT CORRECT THE FAILURE. FORD STATED THAT THE RECAL...

Jun 17, 2009 Visibility Fire 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR BURNED THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS. IN 2001, THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V261000; HOWEVER, IT DID NOT CORRECT THE FAILURE. FORD STATED THAT THE RECAL...

Jun 14, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

WHEN HAVING THE BALL JOINTS REPLACED AND AN ALIGNMENT DONE, OUR MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE IS SEVERELY RUSTED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. HE CLAIMED THAT IT WAS FAR WORSE THAN IT EVER SHOULD BE AND IF THIS WAS A GM, THEY WOULD TAKE CARE OF IT. HOWEVER, THIS IS A FORD AND THEY WILL DO NOTH...

Jun 14, 2009 Structure 128,000 mi

WHEN HAVING THE BALL JOINTS REPLACED AND AN ALIGNMENT DONE, OUR MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE IS SEVERELY RUSTED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. HE CLAIMED THAT IT WAS FAR WORSE THAN IT EVER SHOULD BE AND IF THIS WAS A GM, THEY WOULD TAKE CARE OF IT. HOWEVER, THIS IS A FORD AND THEY WILL DO NOTH...

Jun 12, 2009 Structure 98,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- WAS HEARING A LOT OF DEEP SOUNDING SQUEAKING FROM THE PASSENGER FRONT SIDE. ALSO SOME CRACKING SOUNDS WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AND FOUND THE SUBFRAME WAS VERY BADLY RUSTED. WE REPLACED THE SUBFRAME. THE REPAIR SHOP TOOK PICTURES FOR US AND WE WERE HO...

Jun 12, 2009 Structure 98,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR- WAS HEARING A LOT OF DEEP SOUNDING SQUEAKING FROM THE PASSENGER FRONT SIDE. ALSO SOME CRACKING SOUNDS WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AND FOUND THE SUBFRAME WAS VERY BADLY RUSTED. WE REPLACED THE SUBFRAME. THE REPAIR SHOP TOOK PICTURES FOR US AND WE WERE HO...

May 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONNECTOR COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SENSOR ON THE BRAKE RESERVOIR ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER IS BURNED - MELTED. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND THE ABS TO SHUT DOWN AND THE LIGHT TO COME ON. ALSO, THE A/C DOESN'T WORK AND THE FANS DON'T WORK. *TR

May 31, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONNECTOR COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SENSOR ON THE BRAKE RESERVOIR ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER IS BURNED - MELTED. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND THE ABS TO SHUT DOWN AND THE LIGHT TO COME ON. ALSO, THE A/C DOESN'T WORK AND THE FANS DON'T WORK. *TR

May 31, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONNECTOR COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SENSOR ON THE BRAKE RESERVOIR ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER IS BURNED - MELTED. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND THE ABS TO SHUT DOWN AND THE LIGHT TO COME ON. ALSO, THE A/C DOESN'T WORK AND THE FANS DON'T WORK. *TR

May 31, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONNECTOR COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SENSOR ON THE BRAKE RESERVOIR ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER IS BURNED - MELTED. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND THE ABS TO SHUT DOWN AND THE LIGHT TO COME ON. ALSO, THE A/C DOESN'T WORK AND THE FANS DON'T WORK. *TR

May 26, 2009 Suspension 99,000 mi

ON MAY 22 MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN STARTED TO MAKE A SQUEALING/WHINING NOISE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 IN THE MORNING DURING WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE. DUE TO THE WEIRD NOISE I STOPPED AND CHECKED THE AIR PRESSURE IN MY TIRE (RIGHT REAR) WHERE THE SOUND SEEMED TO BE O...

May 26, 2009 Structure 99,000 mi

ON MAY 22 MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN STARTED TO MAKE A SQUEALING/WHINING NOISE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 IN THE MORNING DURING WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE. DUE TO THE WEIRD NOISE I STOPPED AND CHECKED THE AIR PRESSURE IN MY TIRE (RIGHT REAR) WHERE THE SOUND SEEMED TO BE O...

May 26, 2009 Suspension 99,000 mi

ON MAY 22 MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN STARTED TO MAKE A SQUEALING/WHINING NOISE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 IN THE MORNING DURING WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE. DUE TO THE WEIRD NOISE I STOPPED AND CHECKED THE AIR PRESSURE IN MY TIRE (RIGHT REAR) WHERE THE SOUND SEEMED TO BE O...

May 26, 2009 Structure 99,000 mi

ON MAY 22 MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN STARTED TO MAKE A SQUEALING/WHINING NOISE AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 IN THE MORNING DURING WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO MY MOTHERS HOUSE. DUE TO THE WEIRD NOISE I STOPPED AND CHECKED THE AIR PRESSURE IN MY TIRE (RIGHT REAR) WHERE THE SOUND SEEMED TO BE O...

May 19, 2009 Electrical System 107,060 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. ABS WARNING LIGHT IN DASH HAS BECOME ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC CODES INDICATE ABS ECM RELAY FAILURE. FAILURE IS DUE TO A POOR DESIGN, AND POOR MATERIALS CHOICE IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. MOD...

May 19, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,060 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. ABS WARNING LIGHT IN DASH HAS BECOME ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC CODES INDICATE ABS ECM RELAY FAILURE. FAILURE IS DUE TO A POOR DESIGN, AND POOR MATERIALS CHOICE IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. MOD...

May 19, 2009 Electrical System 107,060 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. ABS WARNING LIGHT IN DASH HAS BECOME ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC CODES INDICATE ABS ECM RELAY FAILURE. FAILURE IS DUE TO A POOR DESIGN, AND POOR MATERIALS CHOICE IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. MOD...

May 19, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,060 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. ABS WARNING LIGHT IN DASH HAS BECOME ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC CODES INDICATE ABS ECM RELAY FAILURE. FAILURE IS DUE TO A POOR DESIGN, AND POOR MATERIALS CHOICE IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. MOD...

May 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS COME ON WHEN DRIVING. *TR

May 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,000 mi

ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS COME ON WHEN DRIVING. *TR

May 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS LIGHT APPEARS ON DASH RANDOMLY. THIS INDICATES THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ABS SYSTEM. THROUGH RESEARCH, I HAVE NOTICED THAT PARTS NEAR A CIRCUIT BOARD ARE GETTING HOT CAUSING EXPANSION CAUSING THE ABS SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION. THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE AND FURTHERMORE TH...

May 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS LIGHT APPEARS ON DASH RANDOMLY. THIS INDICATES THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ABS SYSTEM. THROUGH RESEARCH, I HAVE NOTICED THAT PARTS NEAR A CIRCUIT BOARD ARE GETTING HOT CAUSING EXPANSION CAUSING THE ABS SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION. THIS COULD CAUSE A FIRE AND FURTHERMORE TH...

May 1, 2009 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON HIS VEHICLE CRACKED COMPLETELY. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE REPAIR WOULD COST $1,641. THE CONTACT CANNOT AFFORD TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VIN...

May 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT WARNING. *TR

May 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT WARNING. *TR

May 1, 2009 Power Train 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON HIS VEHICLE CRACKED COMPLETELY. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE REPAIR WOULD COST $1,641. THE CONTACT CANNOT AFFORD TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VIN...

May 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT WARNING. *TR

May 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT WARNING. *TR

Apr 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. *TR

Apr 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. *TR

Mar 31, 2009 Suspension 255,000 mi

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE SPRINGS FRACTURED JUST LIKE THOSE SPECIFIED ON FORD WINDSTAR 1997 AND 1998 ASSEMBLED AT OAKVILLE PLANT BETWEEN AUG 1996 THROUGH JULY 1998. THE DEFECTIVE SPRINGS FORCED FORD TO ISSUE RECALL 01S19. MY 1999 WINDSTAR WAS SHIPPED NOV 1998 AND I SUSPECT WITH BAD SPRINGS BECAUSE OTHER 19...

Mar 31, 2009 Suspension 255,000 mi

FRONT DRIVERS SIDE SPRINGS FRACTURED JUST LIKE THOSE SPECIFIED ON FORD WINDSTAR 1997 AND 1998 ASSEMBLED AT OAKVILLE PLANT BETWEEN AUG 1996 THROUGH JULY 1998. THE DEFECTIVE SPRINGS FORCED FORD TO ISSUE RECALL 01S19. MY 1999 WINDSTAR WAS SHIPPED NOV 1998 AND I SUSPECT WITH BAD SPRINGS BECAUSE OTHER 19...

Mar 30, 2009 Power Train 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A STRANGE NOISE. HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE REAR TIRES WERE BENT. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL AVAILABLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Mar 30, 2009 Power Train 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A STRANGE NOISE. HE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE REAR TIRES WERE BENT. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL AVAILABLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Mar 29, 2009 Structure 77,817 mi

WE HAVE A 99 WINDSTAR WITH A BROKEN ENGINE CRADLE. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VAN ALONG WITH MY SON TO A LOCAL RETAILER. SHE WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD BANG UNDER THE VAN. MY SON WHO WAS SITTING TON THE PASSENGER SIDE SAID HE FELT IT UNDER HIS FEET. SHE WAS ABLE TO GET THE VAN TO THE ...

Mar 29, 2009 Structure 77,817 mi

WE HAVE A 99 WINDSTAR WITH A BROKEN ENGINE CRADLE. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VAN ALONG WITH MY SON TO A LOCAL RETAILER. SHE WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD BANG UNDER THE VAN. MY SON WHO WAS SITTING TON THE PASSENGER SIDE SAID HE FELT IT UNDER HIS FEET. SHE WAS ABLE TO GET THE VAN TO THE ...

Mar 28, 2009 Power Train 99,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8L V6 99K MILES DRIVING TO WORK TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING TO MAKE THE VEHICLE MOVE FORWARD. IT ONLY WOULD WORK IN REVERSE. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS PLEASE REFERENCE THIS WEBSITE HTTP://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/FORD/WINDSTAR/2000/TRANSMISSION/. *TR

Mar 28, 2009 Power Train 99,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8L V6 99K MILES DRIVING TO WORK TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING TO MAKE THE VEHICLE MOVE FORWARD. IT ONLY WOULD WORK IN REVERSE. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS PLEASE REFERENCE THIS WEBSITE HTTP://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/FORD/WINDSTAR/2000/TRANSMISSION/. *TR

Mar 27, 2009 Electrical System 138,124 mi

REPLACED WIRING ON FUSE BLOCK,REPLACED HIGH PRESSURE SWITCH TWICE,ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON DASH,DRIVER BRAKE LIGHT DON'T WORK,DEALER SAID IT IS THE REAR BRAKE MODULE. I HOPE THIS IS GOING TO RECALL ON ALL THESE CARS THAT ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. I HOPE TO HERE BACK FROM SOMEONE O...

Mar 27, 2009 Electrical System 138,124 mi

REPLACED WIRING ON FUSE BLOCK,REPLACED HIGH PRESSURE SWITCH TWICE,ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON DASH,DRIVER BRAKE LIGHT DON'T WORK,DEALER SAID IT IS THE REAR BRAKE MODULE. I HOPE THIS IS GOING TO RECALL ON ALL THESE CARS THAT ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE. I HOPE TO HERE BACK FROM SOMEONE O...

Mar 26, 2009 Electrical System 150,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AIR CONDITIONING, CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. ( APPROXIMATELY LATE FEBRUARY 2009) BRAKE LIGHT CONSTANTLY LIT. REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FAN CONSTANTLY ON WHEN HEAT/AC ENGAGED. #10 FUSE BLOWN. FIX WAS ON 3/25/09---BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (2B264) AND...

Mar 26, 2009 Steering 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Suspension 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Electrical System 150,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AIR CONDITIONING, CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. ( APPROXIMATELY LATE FEBRUARY 2009) BRAKE LIGHT CONSTANTLY LIT. REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FAN CONSTANTLY ON WHEN HEAT/AC ENGAGED. #10 FUSE BLOWN. FIX WAS ON 3/25/09---BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (2B264) AND...

Mar 26, 2009 Steering 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Suspension 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Power Train 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 26, 2009 Unknown Or Other 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR XL 1999- FRONT END CLUNKING NOISES SERVICED 3-4 TIMES BEFORE IT WAS FIXED. REPEATED REPAIRS TO VARIOUS FRONT END COMPONENTS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE INCLUDING POWER STEERING PUMP, RACK & PINION, TIE RODS, U-JOINTS COSTING $2000 OR MORE. CONTINUE TO SUFFER FROM GROANING, NOISY, & STIFF ST...

Mar 23, 2009 Electrical System 119,055 mi

MULTIPLE ABS LIGHT PROBLEMS. MOST RECENT FIXED BY REPLACING BRAKE SWITCH AND HARNESS. STRUCTURAL PROBLEMS HAD CAUSED SHORTED FUSE WHICH KNOCKED OUT SPEEDOMETER, HEATER AND CRUISE CONTROL. THIS BILL WAS $336.86, AND IT'S THE FOURTH TIME WE'VE HAD ABS-RELATED PROBLEMS. RECALL NEEDED! *TR

Mar 23, 2009 Electrical System 119,055 mi

MULTIPLE ABS LIGHT PROBLEMS. MOST RECENT FIXED BY REPLACING BRAKE SWITCH AND HARNESS. STRUCTURAL PROBLEMS HAD CAUSED SHORTED FUSE WHICH KNOCKED OUT SPEEDOMETER, HEATER AND CRUISE CONTROL. THIS BILL WAS $336.86, AND IT'S THE FOURTH TIME WE'VE HAD ABS-RELATED PROBLEMS. RECALL NEEDED! *TR

Mar 21, 2009 Structure 124,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE HAS RUSTED OUT ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN. THIS HAS OCCURRED DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN BY FORD. AFTER RESEARCH I FOUND THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER LEAKS ON THE CRADLE CREATING A COMMON PROBLEM OF THE CRADLE RUSTING OUT. THIS CAN BE AND HAS BEEN RESULTING IN CAR ACCIDENT DEATHS. I WAS LUCKY....

Mar 21, 2009 Structure 124,000 mi

THE ENGINE CRADLE HAS RUSTED OUT ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN. THIS HAS OCCURRED DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN BY FORD. AFTER RESEARCH I FOUND THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER LEAKS ON THE CRADLE CREATING A COMMON PROBLEM OF THE CRADLE RUSTING OUT. THIS CAN BE AND HAS BEEN RESULTING IN CAR ACCIDENT DEATHS. I WAS LUCKY....

Mar 2, 2009 Electrical System Fire 117,000 mi

OUR 1999 WINDSTARS IDLING WHILE STATIONARY IN PARK OR WITH BRAKE DEPRESSED WOULD BECOME ERRATIC AND STALL, WITH BRAKES DEPRESSED WE WOULD HAVE TO PUT VEHICLE IN N TO TRY TO KEEP RPMS UP, VEHICLE STALL WHEN STARTED TO WARM UP THEN START UP AFTER TURNING KEY OFF THEN BACK ON THEN THE FUEL PUMP WENT OU...

Mar 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Mar 2, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Mar 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Mar 2, 2009 Electrical System Fire 117,000 mi

OUR 1999 WINDSTARS IDLING WHILE STATIONARY IN PARK OR WITH BRAKE DEPRESSED WOULD BECOME ERRATIC AND STALL, WITH BRAKES DEPRESSED WE WOULD HAVE TO PUT VEHICLE IN N TO TRY TO KEEP RPMS UP, VEHICLE STALL WHEN STARTED TO WARM UP THEN START UP AFTER TURNING KEY OFF THEN BACK ON THEN THE FUEL PUMP WENT OU...

Mar 2, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Mar 2, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Mar 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 103,000 mi

APRIL 2008 LOST FUEL PUMP, AND GUAGE FOR GAS LEVEL HAD FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT AND FILTER REPLACED BUT GAUGE DIDNT COME BACK IT STAYED ON AS A LOW FUEL LIGHT PERMANENTLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OR EXCESSIVE USE BY BRAKING SYSTEM HAD TO FILL ABOUT ONCE WEEKLY BRAKES THOUGH THEY HAD BEEN REPLACED WOULD JU...

Feb 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL WITH TRACTION CONTROL THAT I PURCHASED NEW JANUARY OF 1999. IT HAS NEVER BEEN OUTSIDE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND IS STORED INSIDE. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 140,000. THIS ABS PROBLEM STARTED AFTER WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED AT APPROX 39,000 MILES. THE VAN DEVELOPED AN "ABS"...

Feb 21, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL WITH TRACTION CONTROL THAT I PURCHASED NEW JANUARY OF 1999. IT HAS NEVER BEEN OUTSIDE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND IS STORED INSIDE. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 140,000. THIS ABS PROBLEM STARTED AFTER WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED AT APPROX 39,000 MILES. THE VAN DEVELOPED AN "ABS"...

Feb 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL WITH TRACTION CONTROL THAT I PURCHASED NEW JANUARY OF 1999. IT HAS NEVER BEEN OUTSIDE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND IS STORED INSIDE. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 140,000. THIS ABS PROBLEM STARTED AFTER WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED AT APPROX 39,000 MILES. THE VAN DEVELOPED AN "ABS"...

Feb 21, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 39,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL WITH TRACTION CONTROL THAT I PURCHASED NEW JANUARY OF 1999. IT HAS NEVER BEEN OUTSIDE OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AND IS STORED INSIDE. CURRENT MILEAGE IS 140,000. THIS ABS PROBLEM STARTED AFTER WARRANTY PERIOD EXPIRED AT APPROX 39,000 MILES. THE VAN DEVELOPED AN "ABS"...

Feb 12, 2009 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PERFORMING AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED A CRACK IN THE AXLE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY NOT BEING DRIVEN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.

Feb 12, 2009 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PERFORMING AN OIL CHANGE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED A CRACK IN THE AXLE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY NOT BEING DRIVEN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.

Feb 4, 2009 Electrical System 78,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT 12/2008. THEN ON 1/31/09, THE SPEEDOMTER & ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. TAKEN TO FORD GARAGE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS

Feb 4, 2009 Electrical System 78,000 mi

CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT 12/2008. THEN ON 1/31/09, THE SPEEDOMTER & ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. TAKEN TO FORD GARAGE TO FIX THE PROBLEMS

Feb 2, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 180,562 mi

CRUISE CONTROL WIRING HARNESS STARTED TO SMOKE AND MELT. CAUGHT IT ON TIME THANK GOD. I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ABOUT THIS ON OTHER VEHICLES BUT NOT ON THE WINDSTARS. FORD MOTOR COMPANY NEEDS TO BE MADE AWARE OF THIS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THEY KNOW IT. AND ON TOP OF THAT IT IS ABOUT $300 ...

Feb 2, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 180,562 mi

CRUISE CONTROL WIRING HARNESS STARTED TO SMOKE AND MELT. CAUGHT IT ON TIME THANK GOD. I KNOW THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS ABOUT THIS ON OTHER VEHICLES BUT NOT ON THE WINDSTARS. FORD MOTOR COMPANY NEEDS TO BE MADE AWARE OF THIS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THEY KNOW IT. AND ON TOP OF THAT IT IS ABOUT $300 ...

Jan 27, 2009 Electrical System

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. RECEIVED FOLLOWING CODES. C1185 C1194 C1198 C1210 C1214 C1242 C1246 C1250 C1254. *TR

Jan 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. RECEIVED FOLLOWING CODES. C1185 C1194 C1198 C1210 C1214 C1242 C1246 C1250 C1254. *TR

Jan 27, 2009 Structure 135,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA, STEERING WHEEL JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO ENTER NEUTRAL. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE WELD THAT ANCHORS THE CONTROL ARM TO THE ENGINE CRADLE/SUBFRAME HAD BROKEN. CONTROL ARM PULLED AWAY FROM THE CRADLE AND DISLODGED THE RIGHT HALFSHAFT LEAV...

Jan 27, 2009 Electrical System

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. RECEIVED FOLLOWING CODES. C1185 C1194 C1198 C1210 C1214 C1242 C1246 C1250 C1254. *TR

Jan 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. RECEIVED FOLLOWING CODES. C1185 C1194 C1198 C1210 C1214 C1242 C1246 C1250 C1254. *TR

Jan 27, 2009 Structure 135,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA, STEERING WHEEL JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO ENTER NEUTRAL. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE WELD THAT ANCHORS THE CONTROL ARM TO THE ENGINE CRADLE/SUBFRAME HAD BROKEN. CONTROL ARM PULLED AWAY FROM THE CRADLE AND DISLODGED THE RIGHT HALFSHAFT LEAV...

Jan 25, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 140,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG THE NJ GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AT 60MPH, I EXPERIENCED A LOUD POPPING SOUND. I HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED TO MY LOCAL REPAIRMAN ONLY TO FIND THAT THE SPARK PLUG AT THE REAR OF THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN OUT CAUSING A MISFIRE IN THE ENGINE. *TR

Jan 25, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 140,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG THE NJ GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AT 60MPH, I EXPERIENCED A LOUD POPPING SOUND. I HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED TO MY LOCAL REPAIRMAN ONLY TO FIND THAT THE SPARK PLUG AT THE REAR OF THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN OUT CAUSING A MISFIRE IN THE ENGINE. *TR

Jan 18, 2009 Structure

PAINT PEELING OFF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 18, 2009 Structure

PAINT PEELING OFF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 14, 2009 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - BROKEN REAR AXLE - VAN MADE MINOR CLUNKING NOISES AT LOW SPEED OVER BUMPS. ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VAN ACTED LIKE THE REAR END WAS LOOSE / TRACKING BADLY. A FLASHLIGHT INSPECTION AT HOME SHOWED A LARGE OPEN-GAPED CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. NEGATIVE CAMBER NOTICEABLE ON DRIVER-SIDE REAR...

Jan 14, 2009 Suspension

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - BROKEN REAR AXLE - VAN MADE MINOR CLUNKING NOISES AT LOW SPEED OVER BUMPS. ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VAN ACTED LIKE THE REAR END WAS LOOSE / TRACKING BADLY. A FLASHLIGHT INSPECTION AT HOME SHOWED A LARGE OPEN-GAPED CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. NEGATIVE CAMBER NOTICEABLE ON DRIVER-SIDE REAR...

Jan 8, 2009 Structure 80,000 mi

THE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH ON BACK PASSENGER SIDE. THE REST OF THE VEHICLE IS RUST FREE FOR THE MOST PART. THE CAR HAS 80,300 MI . ITS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 8, 2009 Structure 80,000 mi

THE FRONT SUBFRAME RUSTED THROUGH ON BACK PASSENGER SIDE. THE REST OF THE VEHICLE IS RUST FREE FOR THE MOST PART. THE CAR HAS 80,300 MI . ITS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 7, 2009 Tires 67,724 mi

TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN LEFT REAR TIRE NEAR INSTANTLY DEFLATED CAUSING TOTAL TIRE FAILURE BEFORE THE VEHICLE COULD BE PULLED TO SIDE OF ROAD. TIRE SIDEWALL WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED. SPARE INSTALLED. NO PUNCTURES, TEARS OR CUTS WERE FOUND ANYWHERE ON THE TIRE TREAD OR SIDEWALL. THE ONL...

Jan 7, 2009 Tires 67,724 mi

TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN LEFT REAR TIRE NEAR INSTANTLY DEFLATED CAUSING TOTAL TIRE FAILURE BEFORE THE VEHICLE COULD BE PULLED TO SIDE OF ROAD. TIRE SIDEWALL WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED. SPARE INSTALLED. NO PUNCTURES, TEARS OR CUTS WERE FOUND ANYWHERE ON THE TIRE TREAD OR SIDEWALL. THE ONL...

Dec 29, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE FAILED PENNSYLVANIA STATE INSPECTION,DUE TO ROTTING METAL ON FRONT SUBFRAME,LOCATED NEAR WERE CONNECTION TO UNI-BODY EXIST. SUBFRAME HAS ROTTED A HOLE AND IS CONTINUING TO DETERIORATE. PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Dec 29, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE FAILED PENNSYLVANIA STATE INSPECTION,DUE TO ROTTING METAL ON FRONT SUBFRAME,LOCATED NEAR WERE CONNECTION TO UNI-BODY EXIST. SUBFRAME HAS ROTTED A HOLE AND IS CONTINUING TO DETERIORATE. PASSENGER SIDE. *TR

Dec 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

I AM SEEING AN INTERMITTANT YELLOW ABS LIGHT COME ON ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE 3.8 LITER. IT COMES AND GOES, AFTER SEEING THE PICTURES OF WHAT CAN HAPPEN AND THAT MY INDICATIONS ARE SYMPTOMATIC OR THIS I HAD TO REPORT IT. THE BRAKES ARE STILL WORKING AND THE LIGHT DOES NOT REMAIN ON CONTINUALLY....

Dec 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

I AM SEEING AN INTERMITTANT YELLOW ABS LIGHT COME ON ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE 3.8 LITER. IT COMES AND GOES, AFTER SEEING THE PICTURES OF WHAT CAN HAPPEN AND THAT MY INDICATIONS ARE SYMPTOMATIC OR THIS I HAD TO REPORT IT. THE BRAKES ARE STILL WORKING AND THE LIGHT DOES NOT REMAIN ON CONTINUALLY....

Dec 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 120,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING DOWN WIRES CAUSING FUSES TO BLUE ALONG WITH OTHER MAJOR PROBLEMS. *TR

Dec 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 120,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING DOWN WIRES CAUSING FUSES TO BLUE ALONG WITH OTHER MAJOR PROBLEMS. *TR

Nov 28, 2008 Electrical System 107,000 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON ALL AT ABOUT THE SAME TIME. ALSO, THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD QUIT WORKING THE RECENT PAST. WE FOUND A WEBSITE IN TRYING TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM STATING THAT THIS HAS BEEN A RECALL FOR FORD WINDSTARS. *TR

Nov 28, 2008 Electrical System 107,000 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON ALL AT ABOUT THE SAME TIME. ALSO, THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD QUIT WORKING THE RECENT PAST. WE FOUND A WEBSITE IN TRYING TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM STATING THAT THIS HAS BEEN A RECALL FOR FORD WINDSTARS. *TR

Nov 19, 2008 Structure 170,000 mi

ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Nov 19, 2008 Structure 170,000 mi

ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Nov 18, 2008 Structure 109,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, I HEARD A THUMP COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT END. I THEN FELT THE STEERING WHEEL GO FROM THE 12 O'CLOCK POSITION TO THE 3 O'CLOCK POSITION. I STOPPED THE MINIVAN AND GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE UNDER CARRIAGE. I FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT PASSENGE...

Nov 18, 2008 Structure 109,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, I HEARD A THUMP COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT END. I THEN FELT THE STEERING WHEEL GO FROM THE 12 O'CLOCK POSITION TO THE 3 O'CLOCK POSITION. I STOPPED THE MINIVAN AND GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE UNDER CARRIAGE. I FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT PASSENGE...

Nov 12, 2008 Electrical System Fire 162,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER CLOSER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MELTED. THE FAILURE LED TO A SMALL FIRE U...

Nov 12, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 162,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER CLOSER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MELTED. THE FAILURE LED TO A SMALL FIRE U...

Nov 12, 2008 Electrical System Fire 162,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER CLOSER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MELTED. THE FAILURE LED TO A SMALL FIRE U...

Nov 12, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 162,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER CLOSER INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS LEADING TO THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MELTED. THE FAILURE LED TO A SMALL FIRE U...

Nov 6, 2008 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEAK WAS CAUSED BY FAILURE IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN...

Nov 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEAK WAS CAUSED BY FAILURE IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN...

Nov 6, 2008 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEAK WAS CAUSED BY FAILURE IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN...

Nov 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEAK WAS CAUSED BY FAILURE IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN...

Nov 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,046 mi

BRAKE LEAK UNDER MASTER CYLINDER. CAN APPARENTLY CAUSE OTHER ITEMS TO FALTER IF NOT FIXED AND CAN EVEN CAUSE FIRE IN THE ABS CIRCUITRY. *TR

Nov 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,046 mi

BRAKE LEAK UNDER MASTER CYLINDER. CAN APPARENTLY CAUSE OTHER ITEMS TO FALTER IF NOT FIXED AND CAN EVEN CAUSE FIRE IN THE ABS CIRCUITRY. *TR

Oct 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,884 mi

PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WENT OUT, TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND FOUND THE REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE BAD. REM COSTS $740 FOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT. WHATEVER HAPPENED TO KEEPING THINGS SIMPLE? THIS IS A DISGRACE THAT THE AUTO INDUSTRY MAKES ALL OF THESE TERRIBLE ENGINEERING ENHANCEMENTS FOR THEI...

Oct 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,884 mi

PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WENT OUT, TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND FOUND THE REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE BAD. REM COSTS $740 FOR REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT. WHATEVER HAPPENED TO KEEPING THINGS SIMPLE? THIS IS A DISGRACE THAT THE AUTO INDUSTRY MAKES ALL OF THESE TERRIBLE ENGINEERING ENHANCEMENTS FOR THEI...

Oct 22, 2008 Structure 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE SUBFRAME SUDDENLY FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE AXLE TO PULL OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT NOTICE ANY DIFFERENCES BEFORE...

Oct 22, 2008 Structure 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE SUBFRAME SUDDENLY FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE AXLE TO PULL OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT DID NOT NOTICE ANY DIFFERENCES BEFORE...

Oct 16, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT CENTERED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Oct 16, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT CENTERED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Oct 16, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT CENTERED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Oct 16, 2008 Structure 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN PULLING TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT CENTERED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT M...

Oct 14, 2008 Electrical System 118,000 mi

WE HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, ABS LIGHT ON, DOORS WONT UNLOCK, ODOMETER DOESN'T WORK, NOW BLINKERS ARE NOT BLINKING LIGHTS WILL NOT TURN OFF, HAD TO UNHOOK THE BATTERY. WHAT ARE OUR OPTIONS. WE HAVE AN ELECTRICAL MESS. *TR

Oct 14, 2008 Electrical System 118,000 mi

WE HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, ABS LIGHT ON, DOORS WONT UNLOCK, ODOMETER DOESN'T WORK, NOW BLINKERS ARE NOT BLINKING LIGHTS WILL NOT TURN OFF, HAD TO UNHOOK THE BATTERY. WHAT ARE OUR OPTIONS. WE HAVE AN ELECTRICAL MESS. *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Visibility 166,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY, BUT CURRENTLY DO NOT WORK AT ALL. THE DEALER STATED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V261000 (VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR), ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES W...

Oct 6, 2008 Visibility 166,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY, BUT CURRENTLY DO NOT WORK AT ALL. THE DEALER STATED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01V261000 (VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR), ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES W...

Sep 18, 2008 Power Train 144,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT RANDOM IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE IN ORDER FOR THE LIGHT TO DIM. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, THE LIGHT WOULD REMAIN OFF FOR 4-5 MILES BEFORE ILLUMINATING AGAIN. THE CONTACT NOTICED...

Sep 18, 2008 Power Train 144,387 mi

PULLED UP TO AN INTERSECTION, PUT THE VAN INTO PARK, GOT OUT TO CLOSE THE REAR HATCH. GOT BACK INTO THE VAN PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND I HEARD A LOUD THUNK AND THE VAN ROLLED INTO TRAFFIC. I HURRIED UP AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE AND THANK GOD IT WORKED. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY ANOTHER CAR MOVING AT ABOUT 50 MIL...

Sep 18, 2008 Power Train 144,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT RANDOM IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE IN ORDER FOR THE LIGHT TO DIM. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, THE LIGHT WOULD REMAIN OFF FOR 4-5 MILES BEFORE ILLUMINATING AGAIN. THE CONTACT NOTICED...

Sep 18, 2008 Power Train 144,387 mi

PULLED UP TO AN INTERSECTION, PUT THE VAN INTO PARK, GOT OUT TO CLOSE THE REAR HATCH. GOT BACK INTO THE VAN PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND I HEARD A LOUD THUNK AND THE VAN ROLLED INTO TRAFFIC. I HURRIED UP AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE AND THANK GOD IT WORKED. I WAS ALMOST HIT BY ANOTHER CAR MOVING AT ABOUT 50 MIL...

Sep 17, 2008 Electrical System 84,105 mi

ON THE WINDSTAR THE ABS RELAY SHORTS OUT PUTTING A SMALL HOLE IN THE UNIT AND LEAKS BRAKE FLUID. I HAVE MET OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THIS HAS HAPPENED ON A LOT OF THEM. IT COST ME OVER $200 TO FIX AT THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THIS IS A PROBLEM ON FORD TRUCKS AND WAS RECALLED ON THEM BUT NOT THE VANS ...

Sep 17, 2008 Electrical System 84,105 mi

ON THE WINDSTAR THE ABS RELAY SHORTS OUT PUTTING A SMALL HOLE IN THE UNIT AND LEAKS BRAKE FLUID. I HAVE MET OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THIS HAS HAPPENED ON A LOT OF THEM. IT COST ME OVER $200 TO FIX AT THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THIS IS A PROBLEM ON FORD TRUCKS AND WAS RECALLED ON THEM BUT NOT THE VANS ...

Sep 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ALMOST CONSTANTLY ON IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX, 3.8 LITER. *TR

Sep 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ALMOST CONSTANTLY ON IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX, 3.8 LITER. *TR

Sep 12, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF THE SPEED CONTROL BRAKE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Sep 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF THE SPEED CONTROL BRAKE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Sep 12, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 112,000 mi

BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF THE SPEED CONTROL BRAKE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Sep 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF THE SPEED CONTROL BRAKE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. POSSIBLE FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Electrical System Fire 83,000 mi

ABS MODULE SYSTEM FAILURE AND ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO PRESSURE SWITCH LEAK. ACCORDING TO FORD, 1999 MODEL YEAR WINDSTAR IS NOT PART OF RECALL BUT MY VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURE AS OTHER MODEL YEARS AS LISTED ON THE WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALLINFO.COM WEBSITE. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 83,000 mi

ABS MODULE SYSTEM FAILURE AND ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO PRESSURE SWITCH LEAK. ACCORDING TO FORD, 1999 MODEL YEAR WINDSTAR IS NOT PART OF RECALL BUT MY VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURE AS OTHER MODEL YEARS AS LISTED ON THE WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALLINFO.COM WEBSITE. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Electrical System Fire 83,000 mi

ABS MODULE SYSTEM FAILURE AND ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO PRESSURE SWITCH LEAK. ACCORDING TO FORD, 1999 MODEL YEAR WINDSTAR IS NOT PART OF RECALL BUT MY VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURE AS OTHER MODEL YEARS AS LISTED ON THE WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALLINFO.COM WEBSITE. *TR

Sep 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 83,000 mi

ABS MODULE SYSTEM FAILURE AND ELECTRICAL FIRE DUE TO PRESSURE SWITCH LEAK. ACCORDING TO FORD, 1999 MODEL YEAR WINDSTAR IS NOT PART OF RECALL BUT MY VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURE AS OTHER MODEL YEARS AS LISTED ON THE WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALLINFO.COM WEBSITE. *TR

Sep 8, 2008 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE CRACKED. THE MANUFACTURER TOOK A REPORT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR. TH...

Sep 8, 2008 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE CRACKED. THE MANUFACTURER TOOK A REPORT; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR. TH...

Sep 6, 2008 Electrical System 57,100 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY ,, SEEMS MORE FREQUENT WHEN WEATHER IS HOT. ABS DOES NOT WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON... BUT DOES WORK WHEN THE WARNING LIGHT IS NOT ON. ... DIAGNOSTIC FAULT = C1185 ... REAR BRAKES REPLACED, FAULT CODE CLEARED ... ERROR AND WARNING LIGHT RETURNED WITHIN 30 SECONDS AFTER PI...

Sep 6, 2008 Electrical System 57,100 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY ,, SEEMS MORE FREQUENT WHEN WEATHER IS HOT. ABS DOES NOT WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON... BUT DOES WORK WHEN THE WARNING LIGHT IS NOT ON. ... DIAGNOSTIC FAULT = C1185 ... REAR BRAKES REPLACED, FAULT CODE CLEARED ... ERROR AND WARNING LIGHT RETURNED WITHIN 30 SECONDS AFTER PI...

Sep 5, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,306 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN SLOWING DOWN FOR A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS BEFORE IT WAS FINALLY REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIV...

Sep 5, 2008 Suspension 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT COIL SPRING FAILED AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND THE COIL SPRING AND TIRE WERE REPLACED AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000. UPDATED 10/14/08 *BF UPDATED 10/16/08. *JB

Sep 5, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,306 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN SLOWING DOWN FOR A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS BEFORE IT WAS FINALLY REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIV...

Sep 5, 2008 Suspension 116,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT COIL SPRING FAILED AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND THE COIL SPRING AND TIRE WERE REPLACED AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000. UPDATED 10/14/08 *BF UPDATED 10/16/08. *JB

Aug 30, 2008 Power Train Crash 106,000 mi

I WAS IN MY GARAGE. I PLACED THE WINDSTAR IN PARK. I LEFT THE ENGINE RUNNING, OPENED MY DOOR AND WALKED TO THE BACK OF THE VAN. I HEARD A CLUNK WHICH APPARENTLY WAS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. THE VAN IMMEDIATELY TOOK OFF AND THE DOOR CAUGHT ME AND SLAMMED ME INTO THE GARAGE WALL AN...

Aug 30, 2008 Power Train Crash 106,000 mi

I WAS IN MY GARAGE. I PLACED THE WINDSTAR IN PARK. I LEFT THE ENGINE RUNNING, OPENED MY DOOR AND WALKED TO THE BACK OF THE VAN. I HEARD A CLUNK WHICH APPARENTLY WAS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. THE VAN IMMEDIATELY TOOK OFF AND THE DOOR CAUGHT ME AND SLAMMED ME INTO THE GARAGE WALL AN...

Aug 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 122,000 mi

I HAVE A RED BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATING, AND MY CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. THE BRAKE SWITCH JUST BELOW THE MASTER CYLINDER HAS EVIDENCE OF LEAKAGE AND IT IS SEEPING ONTO THE WIRING AND SPEED CONTROL BOX. IF IT CONTINUES WITHOUT SERVICE SERIOUS DAMAGE IS EMINENT. *TR

Aug 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 122,000 mi

I HAVE A RED BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATING, AND MY CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. THE BRAKE SWITCH JUST BELOW THE MASTER CYLINDER HAS EVIDENCE OF LEAKAGE AND IT IS SEEPING ONTO THE WIRING AND SPEED CONTROL BOX. IF IT CONTINUES WITHOUT SERVICE SERIOUS DAMAGE IS EMINENT. *TR

Aug 25, 2008 Electrical System 90,000 mi

FOR THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING ISSUES WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR: 1. ABS LIGHT COME ON AND OFF...NOW STAYS ON 2. RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. 3. INTERIOR LIGHTS AND LOCKS WORK WITHOUT PRESSING A SWITCH. IN LAST MONTH: SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING A/C STOP...

Aug 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 122,000 mi

I HAVE A RED BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATING, AND MY CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. THE BRAKE SWITCH JUST BELOW THE MASTER CYLINDER HAS EVIDENCE OF LEAKAGE AND IT IS SEEPING ONTO THE WIRING AND SPEED CONTROL BOX. IF IT CONTINUES WITHOUT SERVICE SERIOUS DAMAGE IS EMINENT. *TR

Aug 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 122,000 mi

I HAVE A RED BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATING, AND MY CRUISE CONTROL QUIT WORKING. THE BRAKE SWITCH JUST BELOW THE MASTER CYLINDER HAS EVIDENCE OF LEAKAGE AND IT IS SEEPING ONTO THE WIRING AND SPEED CONTROL BOX. IF IT CONTINUES WITHOUT SERVICE SERIOUS DAMAGE IS EMINENT. *TR

Aug 25, 2008 Electrical System 90,000 mi

FOR THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWING ISSUES WITH MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR: 1. ABS LIGHT COME ON AND OFF...NOW STAYS ON 2. RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. 3. INTERIOR LIGHTS AND LOCKS WORK WITHOUT PRESSING A SWITCH. IN LAST MONTH: SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING A/C STOP...

Aug 15, 2008 Electrical System Fire 85,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS OBSERVED PRODUCING SMOKE WHILE SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY AT 7:00AM 7/31/08 (THE VEHICLE WAS LAST DRIVEN AROUND 8:00PM THE PREVIOUS EVENING). THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND DRIVEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPORTED THE ABS UNIT HAD BURNED AND APPARENTLY SMOLDERED OUT ON ITS OWN. THE A...

Aug 15, 2008 Electrical System Fire 85,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WAS OBSERVED PRODUCING SMOKE WHILE SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY AT 7:00AM 7/31/08 (THE VEHICLE WAS LAST DRIVEN AROUND 8:00PM THE PREVIOUS EVENING). THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND DRIVEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO REPORTED THE ABS UNIT HAD BURNED AND APPARENTLY SMOLDERED OUT ON ITS OWN. THE A...

Aug 14, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE SHIFT WHILE DRIVING. THE GARAGE INDICATED THAT MY PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE HAD RUSTED THROUGH CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHIFT. *TR

Aug 14, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 100,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR EXPERIENCED A SIGNIFICANT ENGINE SHIFT WHILE DRIVING. THE GARAGE INDICATED THAT MY PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE CRADLE HAD RUSTED THROUGH CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SHIFT. *TR

Aug 13, 2008 Tires 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER LEAVING THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. HE SAID IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WERE STUCK OR RUSTY, WE HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VAN IN ABOUT 7 DAYS. HE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THINKING THE BRAKES WOULD RELEASE AND THE CAR WOULD BE FINE. WHEN HE REALIZED THAT W...

Aug 13, 2008 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER LEAVING THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. HE SAID IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WERE STUCK OR RUSTY, WE HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VAN IN ABOUT 7 DAYS. HE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THINKING THE BRAKES WOULD RELEASE AND THE CAR WOULD BE FINE. WHEN HE REALIZED THAT W...

Aug 13, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING FLUID CAUSING CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE ECM CONTROL MODULE. ALSO A POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE CAUSED BY THE LEAKING FLUID INTO THE WIRING FOR THE ECM CONTROL MODULE CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT. ABS BRAKES NOT WORKING DUE TO FA...

Aug 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 135,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING FLUID CAUSING CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE ECM CONTROL MODULE. ALSO A POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE CAUSED BY THE LEAKING FLUID INTO THE WIRING FOR THE ECM CONTROL MODULE CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT. ABS BRAKES NOT WORKING DUE TO FA...

Aug 13, 2008 Tires 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER LEAVING THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. HE SAID IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WERE STUCK OR RUSTY, WE HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VAN IN ABOUT 7 DAYS. HE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THINKING THE BRAKES WOULD RELEASE AND THE CAR WOULD BE FINE. WHEN HE REALIZED THAT W...

Aug 13, 2008 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER LEAVING THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. HE SAID IT FELT LIKE THE BRAKES WERE STUCK OR RUSTY, WE HAD NOT DRIVEN THE VAN IN ABOUT 7 DAYS. HE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THINKING THE BRAKES WOULD RELEASE AND THE CAR WOULD BE FINE. WHEN HE REALIZED THAT W...

Aug 13, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING FLUID CAUSING CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE ECM CONTROL MODULE. ALSO A POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE CAUSED BY THE LEAKING FLUID INTO THE WIRING FOR THE ECM CONTROL MODULE CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT. ABS BRAKES NOT WORKING DUE TO FA...

Aug 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 135,000 mi

BRAKE PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING FLUID CAUSING CRUISE CONTROL NOT TO WORK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE ECM CONTROL MODULE. ALSO A POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE CAUSED BY THE LEAKING FLUID INTO THE WIRING FOR THE ECM CONTROL MODULE CAUSING IT TO SHORT OUT. ABS BRAKES NOT WORKING DUE TO FA...

Aug 11, 2008 Electrical System Fire 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE ATTEMPTED TO RESET THE BATTERY IN HOPES THAT IT WAS A DEFECT. TWO WEEKS LATER, SMOKE WAS PRESENT UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AND AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHIC...

Aug 11, 2008 Electrical System Fire 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE ATTEMPTED TO RESET THE BATTERY IN HOPES THAT IT WAS A DEFECT. TWO WEEKS LATER, SMOKE WAS PRESENT UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, AND AIR CONDITIONING FAILED IN THE VEHIC...

Aug 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

OUR ABS LIGHT CONTINUE TO BE ON AND WE HAD BROUGHT IT TO THE MECHANIC SEVERAL TIME, HOWEVER WE COULD NOT UNDERSTAND WHY IT WAS ON SINCE THE BRAKES WAS ALL NEWLY CHANGED. I FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCHING AND THE FAILURE OF OUR SPEEDOMETER, MILEAGE COUNTER AND AC CONTROL DIED ON US YESTERDAY, 08/05/08...

Aug 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

OUR ABS LIGHT CONTINUE TO BE ON AND WE HAD BROUGHT IT TO THE MECHANIC SEVERAL TIME, HOWEVER WE COULD NOT UNDERSTAND WHY IT WAS ON SINCE THE BRAKES WAS ALL NEWLY CHANGED. I FOUND OUT THROUGH RESEARCHING AND THE FAILURE OF OUR SPEEDOMETER, MILEAGE COUNTER AND AC CONTROL DIED ON US YESTERDAY, 08/05/08...

Jul 28, 2008 Electrical System 113,500 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS AN ISSUE WITH FUSE #10 BLOWING WHICH AFFECTS THE SPEEDOMETER (DOES NOT WORK) AS WELL AS A/C WHICH ONLY BLOWS HOT AIR. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND MUCH MORE INSTRUMENTATION IS INOPERABLE INCLUDING CRUISE CONTROL. THIS FIRST HAPPENED WHILE ON A HIGHWAY IN COLORADO. MY H...

Jul 28, 2008 Electrical System 113,500 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS AN ISSUE WITH FUSE #10 BLOWING WHICH AFFECTS THE SPEEDOMETER (DOES NOT WORK) AS WELL AS A/C WHICH ONLY BLOWS HOT AIR. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND MUCH MORE INSTRUMENTATION IS INOPERABLE INCLUDING CRUISE CONTROL. THIS FIRST HAPPENED WHILE ON A HIGHWAY IN COLORADO. MY H...

Jul 21, 2008 Electrical System 99,000 mi

ONGOING FAILURE OF FUSE THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER/AC AND ABS. LEAK FROM UNDER MASTER BREAK CYLINDER ONTO SWITCH. FIXED BY REPAIR SHOP. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 99,000 mi

ONGOING FAILURE OF FUSE THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER/AC AND ABS. LEAK FROM UNDER MASTER BREAK CYLINDER ONTO SWITCH. FIXED BY REPAIR SHOP. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Electrical System 99,000 mi

ONGOING FAILURE OF FUSE THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER/AC AND ABS. LEAK FROM UNDER MASTER BREAK CYLINDER ONTO SWITCH. FIXED BY REPAIR SHOP. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 99,000 mi

ONGOING FAILURE OF FUSE THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER/AC AND ABS. LEAK FROM UNDER MASTER BREAK CYLINDER ONTO SWITCH. FIXED BY REPAIR SHOP. 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jul 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 30,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON IN MY VAN AFTER THE CAR WARMS UP. EACH DAY WHEN I USE THE VEHICLE THE ABS LIGHT IS NOT ON, AFTER THE CAR WARMS UP, THE LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN. I FOUND INFORMATION ABOUT THE ECM IS DEFECTIVE AND THE CIRCUIT BOARD WARPS WHEN HEATED. THE ISSUE IS CAUSED BY HEAT IN THE ABS (AN...

Jul 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 30,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON IN MY VAN AFTER THE CAR WARMS UP. EACH DAY WHEN I USE THE VEHICLE THE ABS LIGHT IS NOT ON, AFTER THE CAR WARMS UP, THE LIGHT COMES ON AGAIN. I FOUND INFORMATION ABOUT THE ECM IS DEFECTIVE AND THE CIRCUIT BOARD WARPS WHEN HEATED. THE ISSUE IS CAUSED BY HEAT IN THE ABS (AN...

Jul 16, 2008 Structure 144,000 mi

I WAS RECENTLY DRIVING WITH MY SON IN A 1999 WINDSTAR WHEN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HOUSING BROKE AWAY FROM THE FRAME. THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY UNCONTROLLABLE AND WE WENT ALL OVER THE ROAD. IF ANYONE HAD BEEN COMING THE OTHER WAY WE WOULD HAVE HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. EVERY MECHANIC WHO HAS LOOKED AT...

Jul 16, 2008 Structure 144,000 mi

I WAS RECENTLY DRIVING WITH MY SON IN A 1999 WINDSTAR WHEN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM HOUSING BROKE AWAY FROM THE FRAME. THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY UNCONTROLLABLE AND WE WENT ALL OVER THE ROAD. IF ANYONE HAD BEEN COMING THE OTHER WAY WE WOULD HAVE HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. EVERY MECHANIC WHO HAS LOOKED AT...

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS ON TURN OFF AND ON, TACKING LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED BRAKES TWICE. *TR

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS ON TURN OFF AND ON, TACKING LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED BRAKES TWICE. *TR

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS ON TURN OFF AND ON, TACKING LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED BRAKES TWICE. *TR

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS ON TURN OFF AND ON, TACKING LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. REPLACED BRAKES TWICE. *TR

Jul 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 30,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AT TIMES. HAS DONE THIS SINCE ABOUT 30,000 MILES AND VAN HAS 150,000 CURRENTLY. AT FIRST IT WOULD RANDOMLY COME ON ABOUT EVERY OTHER MONTH AND I THOUGHT THAT WAS NORMAL, NOW IT COMES ON EVERY OTHER DAY OR MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY. ABS COMPUTER IS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. ...

Jul 10, 2008 Power Train 1,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR. TRANSMISSION DOWNSIHFTS HARD TO 1ST GEAR AT TIMES. PROBLEM HAS CONTINUED TO GET WORSE OVER TIME. AT FIRST JUST A LITTLE BUMP FEELING BUT AFTER ABOUT 40,000 MILES GOT WORSE AND NOW AT 150,000 CAR IS NOT DRIVABLE. PROBLEM OCCURS ALMOST ALL THE TIM...

Jul 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 30,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AT TIMES. HAS DONE THIS SINCE ABOUT 30,000 MILES AND VAN HAS 150,000 CURRENTLY. AT FIRST IT WOULD RANDOMLY COME ON ABOUT EVERY OTHER MONTH AND I THOUGHT THAT WAS NORMAL, NOW IT COMES ON EVERY OTHER DAY OR MULTIPLE TIMES A DAY. ABS COMPUTER IS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. ...

Jul 10, 2008 Power Train 1,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR. TRANSMISSION DOWNSIHFTS HARD TO 1ST GEAR AT TIMES. PROBLEM HAS CONTINUED TO GET WORSE OVER TIME. AT FIRST JUST A LITTLE BUMP FEELING BUT AFTER ABOUT 40,000 MILES GOT WORSE AND NOW AT 150,000 CAR IS NOT DRIVABLE. PROBLEM OCCURS ALMOST ALL THE TIM...

Jul 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ECM IS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE THE COMPUTER BOARD IS MOUNTED ON AN ALUMINUM PLATE WHICH EXPANDS FROM ENGINE AND SUMMER HEAT, CAUSING THE DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND POSSIBLY FAILURE OF THE ABS SYSTEM. *TR

Jul 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ECM IS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE THE COMPUTER BOARD IS MOUNTED ON AN ALUMINUM PLATE WHICH EXPANDS FROM ENGINE AND SUMMER HEAT, CAUSING THE DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND POSSIBLY FAILURE OF THE ABS SYSTEM. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Electrical System 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 6, 2008 Electrical System 143,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL WENT OUT, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER WENT OUT. FUSE BLEW AND CONTINUES TO BLOW. FORD HAS A REDESIGNED BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH, BUT WILL NOT SAY IT IS A RECALL. *TR

Jul 2, 2008 Steering 116,387 mi

THE FRONT SUB FRAME DROPPED DOWN DUE TO RUST AT THE REAR ATTACHING POINTS. THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY & THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO, THAT THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR RECALLS FOR THIS PROBLEM. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS ...

Jul 2, 2008 Structure 116,387 mi

THE FRONT SUB FRAME DROPPED DOWN DUE TO RUST AT THE REAR ATTACHING POINTS. THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY & THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO, THAT THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR RECALLS FOR THIS PROBLEM. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS ...

Jul 2, 2008 Exterior Lighting 157,100 mi

THE BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH ALSO KNOWN AS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUTOFF SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED ON MY VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD THAT THE BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF IT WILL CAUSE A MASSIVE FIRE. I HAVE 3 KIDS AND HAVE TO DRIVE EVERYDAY THAT'S WHY IM FILING THIS COMPLAINT. I NO IM NOT THE ONLY PERSON WITH THIS PROB...

Jul 2, 2008 Steering 116,387 mi

THE FRONT SUB FRAME DROPPED DOWN DUE TO RUST AT THE REAR ATTACHING POINTS. THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY & THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO, THAT THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR RECALLS FOR THIS PROBLEM. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS ...

Jul 2, 2008 Structure 116,387 mi

THE FRONT SUB FRAME DROPPED DOWN DUE TO RUST AT THE REAR ATTACHING POINTS. THIS CAUSED A LOSS OF STEERING. THE VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I CALLED FORD MOTOR COMPANY & THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO, THAT THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR RECALLS FOR THIS PROBLEM. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS ...

Jul 2, 2008 Exterior Lighting 157,100 mi

THE BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH ALSO KNOWN AS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUTOFF SWITCH MALFUNCTIONED ON MY VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD THAT THE BRAKE FLUID LEAKING OUT OF IT WILL CAUSE A MASSIVE FIRE. I HAVE 3 KIDS AND HAVE TO DRIVE EVERYDAY THAT'S WHY IM FILING THIS COMPLAINT. I NO IM NOT THE ONLY PERSON WITH THIS PROB...

Jul 1, 2008 Visibility 79,803 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FAULTY BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH FOR CRUISE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FROM THE WEBSITE, FORD WINDSTAR RECALL: MANY OWNERS OF THESE POPULAR VANS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS. FORD HAS NOT TAKEN ACTION TO SOLVE THESE CRITICAL PROBLEMS YET. *TR

Jul 1, 2008 Electrical System 79,803 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FAULTY BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH FOR CRUISE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FROM THE WEBSITE, FORD WINDSTAR RECALL: MANY OWNERS OF THESE POPULAR VANS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS. FORD HAS NOT TAKEN ACTION TO SOLVE THESE CRITICAL PROBLEMS YET. *TR

Jul 1, 2008 Visibility 79,803 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FAULTY BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH FOR CRUISE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FROM THE WEBSITE, FORD WINDSTAR RECALL: MANY OWNERS OF THESE POPULAR VANS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS. FORD HAS NOT TAKEN ACTION TO SOLVE THESE CRITICAL PROBLEMS YET. *TR

Jul 1, 2008 Electrical System 79,803 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR FAULTY BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH FOR CRUISE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FROM THE WEBSITE, FORD WINDSTAR RECALL: MANY OWNERS OF THESE POPULAR VANS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS. FORD HAS NOT TAKEN ACTION TO SOLVE THESE CRITICAL PROBLEMS YET. *TR

Jun 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD TURN ON AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. ADDED EXTRA FLUID IN BRAKE RESERVOIR (OVER FILLED) AND BRAKE LIGHT STOPPED TURNING ON. ABS LIGHT USED TO TURN ON ABOUT 2 TIMES A MONTHS WITH 38000 MILES ON THE CAR. NOW LIGHT TURNS ON ALMOST ALL THE TIME WITH 1400000 MILE...

Jun 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD TURN ON AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. ADDED EXTRA FLUID IN BRAKE RESERVOIR (OVER FILLED) AND BRAKE LIGHT STOPPED TURNING ON. ABS LIGHT USED TO TURN ON ABOUT 2 TIMES A MONTHS WITH 38000 MILES ON THE CAR. NOW LIGHT TURNS ON ALMOST ALL THE TIME WITH 1400000 MILE...

Jun 16, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE REAR FRAME SPONTANEOUSLY FAILED, NEARLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AS A CONSEQUENCE, THE TIE RODS FAILED AND THE TIRES ARE NOW FACING INWARD. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED TH...

Jun 16, 2008 Structure 140,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE REAR FRAME SPONTANEOUSLY FAILED, NEARLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AS A CONSEQUENCE, THE TIE RODS FAILED AND THE TIRES ARE NOW FACING INWARD. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED TH...

Jun 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 11, 2008 Electrical System 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 11, 2008 Equipment 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 11, 2008 Electrical System 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 11, 2008 Equipment 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, 3.8L ENGINE. ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON, NO SPEEDOMETER, NO ODOMETER, NO AIR CONDITIONING. TOOK TO A REPAIR SHOP, THEY FOUND FUSE #10 WAS BLOWN. REPLACED THE FUSE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER AREA, HE REMOVED THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION PLUG FOR THE BRAKE ...

Jun 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

I WAS PREPARING TO TURN OVER THE OWNERSHIP OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO MY SON. AFTER GOING OVER THE VEHICLE AND CHECKING THE FLUID LEVELS, I REMEMBERED THE FACT THAT THE VAN HAD USED AN INAPPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID OVER THE PAST MONTHS. I CHECKED THE BRAKES, LINES, CALIPERS, ETC TO FIND...

Jun 6, 2008 Structure 100,900 mi

STARTED HEARING A FUNNY NOISE (RUBBING OR SQUEAKING) ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE (1999 FORD WINDSTAR). MECHANIC SHOWED ME WHERE THE SUB-FRAME HAS RUSTED AND SPIT APART. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR IS LITERALLY SEPARATING FROM THE BACK END. HE SAID HE HAS NEVER SEEN THIS HAPPEN AND RECOMMENDED T...

Jun 6, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

I WAS PREPARING TO TURN OVER THE OWNERSHIP OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO MY SON. AFTER GOING OVER THE VEHICLE AND CHECKING THE FLUID LEVELS, I REMEMBERED THE FACT THAT THE VAN HAD USED AN INAPPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID OVER THE PAST MONTHS. I CHECKED THE BRAKES, LINES, CALIPERS, ETC TO FIND...

Jun 6, 2008 Structure 100,900 mi

STARTED HEARING A FUNNY NOISE (RUBBING OR SQUEAKING) ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE (1999 FORD WINDSTAR). MECHANIC SHOWED ME WHERE THE SUB-FRAME HAS RUSTED AND SPIT APART. THE FRONT END OF THE CAR IS LITERALLY SEPARATING FROM THE BACK END. HE SAID HE HAS NEVER SEEN THIS HAPPEN AND RECOMMENDED T...

Jun 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TRAVELING AT 55 MPH GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, I NEEDED TO BRAKE ASAP TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF, I TAPPED ON MY BRAKES AND NOTHING HAPPENED THE ON OFF SWITCH DID NOTHING EITHER, SINCE I WAS GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL I SLAMMED ON MY BRAKES UNTIL THEY STA...

Jun 5, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TRAVELING AT 55 MPH GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, I NEEDED TO BRAKE ASAP TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. THE CRUISE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF, I TAPPED ON MY BRAKES AND NOTHING HAPPENED THE ON OFF SWITCH DID NOTHING EITHER, SINCE I WAS GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL I SLAMMED ON MY BRAKES UNTIL THEY STA...

Jun 4, 2008 Electrical System 109,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER DO NOT WORK, LEAK FROM MASTER CYLINDER VISIBLE ON CONNECTORS BELOW IT. *TR

Jun 4, 2008 Electrical System 109,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER DO NOT WORK, LEAK FROM MASTER CYLINDER VISIBLE ON CONNECTORS BELOW IT. *TR

Jun 3, 2008 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS NOW MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT (YELLOW) AND TRAC OFF LIGHT (YELLOW) COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jun 3, 2008 Unknown Or Other 145,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL MONTHS NOW MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT (YELLOW) AND TRAC OFF LIGHT (YELLOW) COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jun 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN MALFUNCTIONING FOR ABOUT THE PAST 6-9 MONTHS. THEY WILL COME ON AT INAPPROPRIATE TIMES (WHEN CONDITIONS DON'T WARRANT THE USE OF ABS BRAKES) AND WILL STOP WORKING ALTOGETHER AT OTHER TIMES. THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS NOT WORKED FOR ABOUT THE PAS...

Jun 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN MALFUNCTIONING FOR ABOUT THE PAST 6-9 MONTHS. THEY WILL COME ON AT INAPPROPRIATE TIMES (WHEN CONDITIONS DON'T WARRANT THE USE OF ABS BRAKES) AND WILL STOP WORKING ALTOGETHER AT OTHER TIMES. THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS NOT WORKED FOR ABOUT THE PAS...

May 27, 2008 Structure 131,800 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN BOTH ENDS OF THE ENGINE CRADLE ROTTED AWAY CAUSING IT FAILED INSPECTION AND CALLING FOR THE ENTIRE ASSY. TO BE REPLACED. THE ESTIMATE FOR THE PART AND LABOR ALMOST $1,000.00. THIS PART IS A VERY MAJOR PART OF THE VEHICLES UNDER STRUCTURE AND SHOULD NEVER ROT LIKE THIS. WHE...

May 27, 2008 Structure 131,800 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN BOTH ENDS OF THE ENGINE CRADLE ROTTED AWAY CAUSING IT FAILED INSPECTION AND CALLING FOR THE ENTIRE ASSY. TO BE REPLACED. THE ESTIMATE FOR THE PART AND LABOR ALMOST $1,000.00. THIS PART IS A VERY MAJOR PART OF THE VEHICLES UNDER STRUCTURE AND SHOULD NEVER ROT LIKE THIS. WHE...

May 14, 2008 Suspension 135,000 mi

DRIVING IN THE 93 SOUTHBOUND TUNNEL NEAR EXIT 23 THE REAR AXLE OF MY VEHICLE SNAPPED IN HALF. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET, FORD REFUSES TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. *TR

May 14, 2008 Suspension 135,000 mi

DRIVING IN THE 93 SOUTHBOUND TUNNEL NEAR EXIT 23 THE REAR AXLE OF MY VEHICLE SNAPPED IN HALF. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET, FORD REFUSES TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. *TR

May 13, 2008 Power Train 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR XL. AND THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF WHEN I PUT MY FEET ON THE GAS AND IT CAUSE THE VAN TO SHIFT IN GEAR VERY HARD. AND WHEN I GET OVER 55 MILES PER HOUR IT ALSO DOES THE SAME THING. IT HAPPENS EVERYDAY. THE VAN GOES INTO GEAR VERY HARD AND IT IS HARD FOR IT TO PICK U...

May 13, 2008 Electrical System

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 13, 2008 Visibility

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 13, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 13, 2008 Power Train 150,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR XL. AND THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF WHEN I PUT MY FEET ON THE GAS AND IT CAUSE THE VAN TO SHIFT IN GEAR VERY HARD. AND WHEN I GET OVER 55 MILES PER HOUR IT ALSO DOES THE SAME THING. IT HAPPENS EVERYDAY. THE VAN GOES INTO GEAR VERY HARD AND IT IS HARD FOR IT TO PICK U...

May 13, 2008 Electrical System

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 13, 2008 Visibility

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 13, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

NOT ONLY DOES MY 99 WINDSTAR STALL AND JERK AND WILL NOT PICK UP SPEED PROPERLY BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON AFTER I START THE VAN AND STAY ON AS WELL. IF I DRIVE OVER 55 THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES. WHEN I TAKE OFF FROM A LIGHT THE O/D LIGHT FLASHES AND THE VA...

May 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 98,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE MILEAGE ON MY CAR IS 98,000. TWO MONTHS AGO MY ABS BRAKE LIGHT WOULD NOT SWITCH OFF, THEN MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AS WELL AS MY SPEEDOMETER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC WHO SAID HE HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM IN MANY FORD WINDSTARS AND WOULD NOT EVEN WORK ON IT DUE TO THE C...

May 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 98,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE MILEAGE ON MY CAR IS 98,000. TWO MONTHS AGO MY ABS BRAKE LIGHT WOULD NOT SWITCH OFF, THEN MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AS WELL AS MY SPEEDOMETER. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC WHO SAID HE HAS SEEN THIS PROBLEM IN MANY FORD WINDSTARS AND WOULD NOT EVEN WORK ON IT DUE TO THE C...

Apr 30, 2008 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - FRAME NEAR PASSENGER-SIDE FRONT AXLE IS RUSTED OUT. DRIVER'S SIDE NOT EFFECTED. *TR

Apr 30, 2008 Structure

1999 FORD WINDSTAR - FRAME NEAR PASSENGER-SIDE FRONT AXLE IS RUSTED OUT. DRIVER'S SIDE NOT EFFECTED. *TR

Apr 25, 2008 Electrical System 137,000 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH THE VIN # INCLUDED IN THE SUPPOSED RECALL, BUT WHEN I WROTE FORD THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT IN THAT LIST- IT STARTS WITH 2. MY VAN HAS BEGUN TO BURN UNDER THE HOOD AND SMOKE SMELLING LIKE WIRING ON FIRE. A FIRE HAD NOT ACTUALLY STARTED. DO I HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL IT DOE...

Apr 25, 2008 Electrical System 137,000 mi

I HAVE A 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH THE VIN # INCLUDED IN THE SUPPOSED RECALL, BUT WHEN I WROTE FORD THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT IN THAT LIST- IT STARTS WITH 2. MY VAN HAS BEGUN TO BURN UNDER THE HOOD AND SMOKE SMELLING LIKE WIRING ON FIRE. A FIRE HAD NOT ACTUALLY STARTED. DO I HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL IT DOE...

Apr 21, 2008 Suspension 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND TOWED. HE STATED THAT THERE WAS SURFACE RUST ON THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING THAT WOULD CAUSE THE AXLE TO FRACTURE. THE CONTACT DOES NOT KNOW TH...

Apr 21, 2008 Suspension 87,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED IN HALF WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND TOWED. HE STATED THAT THERE WAS SURFACE RUST ON THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING THAT WOULD CAUSE THE AXLE TO FRACTURE. THE CONTACT DOES NOT KNOW TH...

Apr 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

FREQUENT ABS AND TRAC WARNING LIGHTS AFTER VEHICLE WARMS UP. ALMOST ALWAYS OFF INITIALLY. *TR

Apr 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

FREQUENT ABS AND TRAC WARNING LIGHTS AFTER VEHICLE WARMS UP. ALMOST ALWAYS OFF INITIALLY. *TR

Apr 15, 2008 Structure

FRAME RUST

Apr 15, 2008 Structure

FRAME RUST

Apr 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK HER VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT WOULD START, BUT THEN IDLE, STUTTER, AND STALL. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FAILURE. THE OXYGEN SEN...

Apr 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 30,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK HER VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT WOULD START, BUT THEN IDLE, STUTTER, AND STALL. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FAILURE. THE OXYGEN SEN...

Apr 9, 2008 Electrical System Fire 114,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED HER VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO DRIVE. AFTER DRIVING A BLOCK OR MORE AT 2 MPH, WHITE SMOKE BEGAN TO POUR OUT OF THE HOOD. SHE JUMPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SOMEONE ELSE INSPECTED UNDERNEATH HER HOOD. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WIR...

Apr 9, 2008 Electrical System Fire 114,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED HER VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO DRIVE. AFTER DRIVING A BLOCK OR MORE AT 2 MPH, WHITE SMOKE BEGAN TO POUR OUT OF THE HOOD. SHE JUMPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SOMEONE ELSE INSPECTED UNDERNEATH HER HOOD. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WIR...

Mar 20, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKE LIGHT ISSUE. *TR

Mar 20, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS BRAKE LIGHT ISSUE. *TR

Mar 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON MORE AND MORE OFTEN. STOPPING AND RESTARTING THE VEHICLE ELIMINATES THE PROBLEM FOR A WEEK OR TWO. *TR

Mar 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON MORE AND MORE OFTEN. STOPPING AND RESTARTING THE VEHICLE ELIMINATES THE PROBLEM FOR A WEEK OR TWO. *TR

Mar 11, 2008 Power Train 160,000 mi

THERE HAVE BEEN NO PROBLEMS WITH THE VAN SINCE PURCHASE, BUT THEN RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE OD LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS FINE, SHIFTS A LITTLE ROUGHLY INTO FIRST GEAR, BUT ALL OTHER PARTS ARE FINE. I HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION SERVICED, AND THE LIGHT STILL FLASH...

Mar 11, 2008 Power Train 160,000 mi

THERE HAVE BEEN NO PROBLEMS WITH THE VAN SINCE PURCHASE, BUT THEN RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE OD LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS FINE, SHIFTS A LITTLE ROUGHLY INTO FIRST GEAR, BUT ALL OTHER PARTS ARE FINE. I HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION SERVICED, AND THE LIGHT STILL FLASH...

Mar 3, 2008 Air Bags

A MULTIPLE OF TIMES (APPROX 4) HAVE TAKEN MY FORD WINDSTAR INTO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION REPAIRED. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS WITH THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD CONTINUING TO GLOW. I CAN'T REMEMBER THE FIRST INCIDENT WHEN I TOOK IT INTO FUTURE FORD OF ROSEVILLE BUT IT HAS ...

Mar 3, 2008 Air Bags

A MULTIPLE OF TIMES (APPROX 4) HAVE TAKEN MY FORD WINDSTAR INTO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION REPAIRED. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS WITH THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD CONTINUING TO GLOW. I CAN'T REMEMBER THE FIRST INCIDENT WHEN I TOOK IT INTO FUTURE FORD OF ROSEVILLE BUT IT HAS ...

Feb 26, 2008 Structure 86,610 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION THERE WAS A CLUNK FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VAN. WHEN MOVING OFF FROM A STOP, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SUDDENLY 2"-3" OFF OF CENTER, DOWN TO THE RIGHT. DROVE HOME AND PARKED THE VAN. MECHANIC CAME TO INSPECT AND FOUND THE SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY H...

Feb 26, 2008 Structure 86,610 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION THERE WAS A CLUNK FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VAN. WHEN MOVING OFF FROM A STOP, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SUDDENLY 2"-3" OFF OF CENTER, DOWN TO THE RIGHT. DROVE HOME AND PARKED THE VAN. MECHANIC CAME TO INSPECT AND FOUND THE SUBFRAME ASSEMBLY H...

Feb 13, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,946 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAULTY VALVE COVER, AND THE ENGINE NEEDED AN UPPER INTAKE AND DRIVER SIDE VALVE COVER. THE COST TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS $500. THE DEALER DID NOT EXPLAIN THE PO...

Feb 13, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 89,946 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAULTY VALVE COVER, AND THE ENGINE NEEDED AN UPPER INTAKE AND DRIVER SIDE VALVE COVER. THE COST TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS $500. THE DEALER DID NOT EXPLAIN THE PO...

Feb 9, 2008 Suspension 54,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Feb 9, 2008 Suspension 54,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Feb 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATES INTERMITTENTLY (IT MIGHT BE FINE FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS THEN WILL SUDDENLY COME ON). WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF, THE ABS SEEMS TO RESET AND THE LIGHT WILL BE OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE CODE IS C1185. MY MECHANIC WANTS TO REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND ...

Feb 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATES INTERMITTENTLY (IT MIGHT BE FINE FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS THEN WILL SUDDENLY COME ON). WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF, THE ABS SEEMS TO RESET AND THE LIGHT WILL BE OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE CODE IS C1185. MY MECHANIC WANTS TO REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND ...

Feb 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATES INTERMITTENTLY (IT MIGHT BE FINE FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS THEN WILL SUDDENLY COME ON). WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF, THE ABS SEEMS TO RESET AND THE LIGHT WILL BE OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE CODE IS C1185. MY MECHANIC WANTS TO REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND ...

Feb 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATES INTERMITTENTLY (IT MIGHT BE FINE FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS THEN WILL SUDDENLY COME ON). WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF, THE ABS SEEMS TO RESET AND THE LIGHT WILL BE OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE CODE IS C1185. MY MECHANIC WANTS TO REPLACE THE HYDRAULIC PUMP AND ...

Jan 30, 2008 Back Over Prevention Crash 35,000 mi

THE REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM AT THE PRESENT TIME IS INOPERATIVE. IT HAS BEEN BACK TO FORD 5 OR 6 TIMES FOR REPAIR. IT SEEMS TO FAIL AFTER A HEAVY RAIN. I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT 1 TIME WHEN I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND BACKED INTO A VEHICLE THAT WAS PASSING BEHIND ME WHICH I DIDN'T SE...

Jan 30, 2008 Back Over Prevention Crash 35,000 mi

THE REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM AT THE PRESENT TIME IS INOPERATIVE. IT HAS BEEN BACK TO FORD 5 OR 6 TIMES FOR REPAIR. IT SEEMS TO FAIL AFTER A HEAVY RAIN. I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT 1 TIME WHEN I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND BACKED INTO A VEHICLE THAT WAS PASSING BEHIND ME WHICH I DIDN'T SE...

Jan 24, 2008 Power Train 79,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT HIGH SPEED ON HIGHWAY. SUDDEN HOT SMELL COMING FROM VEHICLE. PULLED OFF HIGHWAY UNDER POWER, NO APPEARANCE OF SMOKE, FLUID, OR OTHER ISSUE. ATTEMPTED TO RE-ENTER HIGHWAY AND FOUND THAT VEHICLE WOULD GO FORWARD WITH SELECTOR IN "N"-NO OTHER GEAR POSITIONS WORKED. ...

Jan 24, 2008 Power Train 79,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT HIGH SPEED ON HIGHWAY. SUDDEN HOT SMELL COMING FROM VEHICLE. PULLED OFF HIGHWAY UNDER POWER, NO APPEARANCE OF SMOKE, FLUID, OR OTHER ISSUE. ATTEMPTED TO RE-ENTER HIGHWAY AND FOUND THAT VEHICLE WOULD GO FORWARD WITH SELECTOR IN "N"-NO OTHER GEAR POSITIONS WORKED. ...

Jan 18, 2008 Electrical System 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THE DOOR IS OPENED, THE DOORS AND WINDOWS SOMETIMES CONTINUE TO OPERATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED TWO OR THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST SIX MONTHS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO FIND OUT IF A SAFETY RECALL WAS AVAILABLE, BUT HE ...

Jan 18, 2008 Electrical System 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND THE DOOR IS OPENED, THE DOORS AND WINDOWS SOMETIMES CONTINUE TO OPERATE. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED TWO OR THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST SIX MONTHS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO FIND OUT IF A SAFETY RECALL WAS AVAILABLE, BUT HE ...

Jan 14, 2008 Power Train

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN WITH JUST OVER 68K MILES. I HAVE JUST RECENTLY BEEN TOLD THAT MY WINDSTAR IS IN NEED OF A NEW TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD IT IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS. I HAVE SPENT CLOSE TO $1000.00 IN REPAIRS AND NOW MY TRANSMISSION JUST DROPS. WHY DO I HAVE TO ...

Jan 14, 2008 Power Train

I HAVE A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN WITH JUST OVER 68K MILES. I HAVE JUST RECENTLY BEEN TOLD THAT MY WINDSTAR IS IN NEED OF A NEW TRANSMISSION. I HAVE HAD IT IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS. I HAVE SPENT CLOSE TO $1000.00 IN REPAIRS AND NOW MY TRANSMISSION JUST DROPS. WHY DO I HAVE TO ...

Dec 14, 2007 Suspension

FRONT COIL SPRINGS ARE BROKEN. *TR

Dec 14, 2007 Suspension

FRONT COIL SPRINGS ARE BROKEN. *TR

Dec 13, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 108,000 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WITH 3.8 ENGINE; THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN OPERATIONAL SINCE JULY 15, 2007 DUE TO STALLING PROBLEM. AFTER REACHING OPERATING TEMPERATURE, IT MAY STALL AT ANY TIME. AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40 MPH YOU CAN MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE, BUT UNDER 35 MPH VEHICLE BECOME...

Dec 13, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 108,000 mi

SUBJECT VEHICLE IS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WITH 3.8 ENGINE; THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN OPERATIONAL SINCE JULY 15, 2007 DUE TO STALLING PROBLEM. AFTER REACHING OPERATING TEMPERATURE, IT MAY STALL AT ANY TIME. AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40 MPH YOU CAN MAINTAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE, BUT UNDER 35 MPH VEHICLE BECOME...

Nov 19, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 149,000 mi

(1) STARTED VEHICLE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH ISSUE THAT HAS BEEN FOUND AND RECALLED IN MANY OTHER FORD MODELS. (2) HAD CRUISE DISCONNECTED AND TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP TO HAVE REPLACED (3) FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED, BUT I HAD T...

Nov 19, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 149,000 mi

(1) STARTED VEHICLE AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH ISSUE THAT HAS BEEN FOUND AND RECALLED IN MANY OTHER FORD MODELS. (2) HAD CRUISE DISCONNECTED AND TOOK TO FORD DEALERSHIP TO HAVE REPLACED (3) FORD DEALERSHIP REPLACED, BUT I HAD T...

Nov 16, 2007 Steering 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE HOME IN REVERSE AT 35 MPH AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE RACK AND PINION IS GRADUALLY GETTING WORSE AND THE CONTACT EXPERIENCES DIFFICULTY WHEN TURN...

Nov 16, 2007 Steering 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE HOME IN REVERSE AT 35 MPH AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. THE RACK AND PINION IS GRADUALLY GETTING WORSE AND THE CONTACT EXPERIENCES DIFFICULTY WHEN TURN...

Nov 11, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 11, 2007 Suspension 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 11, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 11, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 11, 2007 Suspension 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 11, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I BOUGHT IT USED FROM A DEALER, AND IT HAD LESS THE 40,000 MILES ON IT. IN THE PAST YEAR, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION, THE FRONT SPRINGS, STRUTS, TIE RODS AND POWER STEERING PUMP. I HAVE SPENT WELL OVER $1,000 ON REPAIRS IN THE PAST YEAR. I NOW AM TOLD T...

Nov 9, 2007 Power Train 24,709 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION WENT UP. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE CONTROL ARM FELL OFF IN MARCH. CONSUMER AGAIN STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. *KB

Nov 9, 2007 Suspension 24,709 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION WENT UP. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE CONTROL ARM FELL OFF IN MARCH. CONSUMER AGAIN STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. *KB

Nov 9, 2007 Power Train 24,709 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION WENT UP. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE CONTROL ARM FELL OFF IN MARCH. CONSUMER AGAIN STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. *KB

Nov 9, 2007 Suspension 24,709 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION WENT UP. CONSUMER STATES THAT THE CONTROL ARM FELL OFF IN MARCH. CONSUMER AGAIN STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. *KB

Oct 10, 2007 Electrical System 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Exterior Lighting 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Structure 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Electrical System 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Exterior Lighting 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 10, 2007 Structure 79,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR A FEW MONTHS AGO. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. IN FACT, I HAVE SPENT MORE THAN HALF OF WHAT I PAID FOR THE VEHICLE IN REPAIRS IN ONLY 2 MONTHS. THE REASON FOR MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE MOST RECENT REPAIRS HAVE INVOLVED ITEMS THAT I FEEL ARE EXTREME SAFETY...

Oct 4, 2007 Structure 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE SUBFRAME FAILED AND FORCED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME AND MOUNT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. A FORD DEALER MADE REPAIRS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 72,000...

Oct 4, 2007 Structure 72,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE SUBFRAME FAILED AND FORCED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME AND MOUNT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. A FORD DEALER MADE REPAIRS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 72,000...

Sep 30, 2007 Electrical System 182,500 mi

STARTED THE CAR AND SMALL AMOUNT OF WHITE SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE ENGINE HOOD. THE ODOMETER IS NOW ALL DASHES, SPEEDOMETER STAYS AT 0, AND THE AIR CONDITIONING IS INOP. #10 FUSE BLEW. REPLACED AND SAME THING RECURS. *JB

Sep 30, 2007 Electrical System 182,500 mi

STARTED THE CAR AND SMALL AMOUNT OF WHITE SMOKE CAME FROM UNDER THE ENGINE HOOD. THE ODOMETER IS NOW ALL DASHES, SPEEDOMETER STAYS AT 0, AND THE AIR CONDITIONING IS INOP. #10 FUSE BLEW. REPLACED AND SAME THING RECURS. *JB

Sep 21, 2007 Power Train 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Interior Lighting 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Electrical System 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Power Train 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Interior Lighting 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 21, 2007 Electrical System 80,000 mi

FIRST: WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE IN NC OUR VAN DIED. AFTER SAFELY PULLING OVER, CROSSING 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC, WE HAD THE VAN TOWED HOME TO VA AND THE MECHANIC SAID HE CHANGES 7-8 TRANSMISSIONS A WEEK IN FORD WINDSTAR VANS. WE HAD FALLEN VICTIM TO THIS. WE STILL HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE O/...

Sep 8, 2007 Power Train 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Sep 8, 2007 Electrical System 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Sep 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Sep 8, 2007 Power Train 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Sep 8, 2007 Electrical System 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Sep 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 12,900 mi

I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND. I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT MY CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE JUST REVVED. I THOUGHT I RAN SOMETHING OVER DUE TO THE SOUND SO INSPECTED GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE CAR. I FOUND NOTHING. I GOT BA...

Aug 22, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 82,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE. HE PULLED OVER AND EXITED THE VEHICLE, BUT DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. HE RETURNED TO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE OFF WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. WHEN HE ARRIVED TO HIS DESTINATION, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SH...

Aug 22, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 82,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE. HE PULLED OVER AND EXITED THE VEHICLE, BUT DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. HE RETURNED TO THE VEHICLE AND DROVE OFF WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. WHEN HE ARRIVED TO HIS DESTINATION, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SH...

Aug 13, 2007 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED BLUNT FORCE TRAUMA TO THE CHEST AND ABDOMEN. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A DISLOCATED HIP ON HER RIGHT SIDE AND BRUISING FROM THE SEAT BELT ON...

Aug 13, 2007 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED BLUNT FORCE TRAUMA TO THE CHEST AND ABDOMEN. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A DISLOCATED HIP ON HER RIGHT SIDE AND BRUISING FROM THE SEAT BELT ON...

Aug 6, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 120,000 mi

WE WERE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT YESTERDAY DUE TO OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. WE HAD 7 PEOPLE IN OUR VAN INCLUDING SMALL CHILDREN. LUCKILY, NONE OF US WERE INJURED, BUT THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY WAS DEFINITELY THERE. AS WE WERE APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT AT ABOUT 35 MPH THE ABS BRA...

Aug 6, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 120,000 mi

WE WERE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT YESTERDAY DUE TO OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. WE HAD 7 PEOPLE IN OUR VAN INCLUDING SMALL CHILDREN. LUCKILY, NONE OF US WERE INJURED, BUT THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY WAS DEFINITELY THERE. AS WE WERE APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT AT ABOUT 35 MPH THE ABS BRA...

Jul 11, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINNEBAGO BRAVE. THE MODEL OF THE VEHICLE WAS NOT LISTED IN THE DROP DOWN MENU AT THE TIME OF THIS COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. AFTER USING THE COMPONENT, HE CANNOT GET THE DEVICE TO SET AGAIN. HE STATED THAT THERE IS A RECA...

Jul 11, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 35,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINNEBAGO BRAVE. THE MODEL OF THE VEHICLE WAS NOT LISTED IN THE DROP DOWN MENU AT THE TIME OF THIS COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK. AFTER USING THE COMPONENT, HE CANNOT GET THE DEVICE TO SET AGAIN. HE STATED THAT THERE IS A RECA...

Jul 10, 2007 Seat Belts 160,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT AND THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LOCK. FORD STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE AND ADVISED HER THAT SHE WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY COSTS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Jul 10, 2007 Seat Belts 160,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT AND THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LOCK. FORD STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE AND ADVISED HER THAT SHE WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY COSTS. THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Jul 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 83,000 mi

ON JULY 1, 2007 DURING THE OPERATION OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND SHUTDOWN AT WHICH TIME THE SMOKE STOPPED. THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS INSPECTED BY MYSELF AT THAT TIME AND I FOUND NOTHING THAT APPEARED ABNORMAL. RESTA...

Jul 3, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 83,000 mi

ON JULY 1, 2007 DURING THE OPERATION OF MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND SHUTDOWN AT WHICH TIME THE SMOKE STOPPED. THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS INSPECTED BY MYSELF AT THAT TIME AND I FOUND NOTHING THAT APPEARED ABNORMAL. RESTA...

Jun 30, 2007 Suspension 95,900 mi

MY FORD WINDSTAR 1999 HAS THE FRONT SPRING COIL FRACTURED CAUSING THE SPRING TO BARELY TOUCH THE TIRE AND EVENTUALLY WOULD DEFLATE THE TIRE. THIS FRONT SPRING COIL PROBLEM IS CURRENTLY THE RECALL FOR WINDSTAR 1997-98, BUT NOT 1999. THE RECALL FOR 1997-98 IS NHTSA RECALL NO. 01V199/FORD RECALL NO. 0...

Jun 30, 2007 Suspension 95,900 mi

MY FORD WINDSTAR 1999 HAS THE FRONT SPRING COIL FRACTURED CAUSING THE SPRING TO BARELY TOUCH THE TIRE AND EVENTUALLY WOULD DEFLATE THE TIRE. THIS FRONT SPRING COIL PROBLEM IS CURRENTLY THE RECALL FOR WINDSTAR 1997-98, BUT NOT 1999. THE RECALL FOR 1997-98 IS NHTSA RECALL NO. 01V199/FORD RECALL NO. 0...

Jun 27, 2007 Suspension 116,948 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FLATTENED. UPON CHANGING THE TIRE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE COIL SPRING HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE FAILURE RECU...

Jun 27, 2007 Tires 116,948 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FLATTENED. UPON CHANGING THE TIRE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE COIL SPRING HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE FAILURE RECU...

Jun 27, 2007 Suspension 116,948 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FLATTENED. UPON CHANGING THE TIRE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE COIL SPRING HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE FAILURE RECU...

Jun 27, 2007 Tires 116,948 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FLATTENED. UPON CHANGING THE TIRE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE COIL SPRING HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP. THE FAILURE RECU...

Jun 25, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 117,000 mi

I AM WRITING TO YOU CONCERNING A COMPLAINT I HAVE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. I OWN A 99 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY 117,000 MILES. HE CRUISE CONTROL RECENTLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT WAS AT FIVE STAR FORD NOW BEING REPAIRED. I HAVE A LETTER TO YOU DRAFTED, HOWEVER, IT WAS TO LONG FOR THIS FIELD. PLEA...

Jun 25, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 117,000 mi

I AM WRITING TO YOU CONCERNING A COMPLAINT I HAVE AGAINST FORD MOTOR COMPANY. I OWN A 99 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY 117,000 MILES. HE CRUISE CONTROL RECENTLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT WAS AT FIVE STAR FORD NOW BEING REPAIRED. I HAVE A LETTER TO YOU DRAFTED, HOWEVER, IT WAS TO LONG FOR THIS FIELD. PLEA...

Jun 14, 2007 Power Train 87,032 mi

THE REAR AXLE BEAM ON A1999 FORD WINDSTAR (87,032 MILES) CRACKED AND SNAPPED INTO, CAUSING BOTH WHEELS TO PITCH THE BOTTOM OF WHEELS OUTWARD RESULTING IN UNSTABLE VEHICLE CONTROL (AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT). ATER INSPECTION OF FAILED PARTS, I BELIEVE FORD HAS A MANUFACTURING PROCESS ...

Jun 14, 2007 Power Train 87,032 mi

THE REAR AXLE BEAM ON A1999 FORD WINDSTAR (87,032 MILES) CRACKED AND SNAPPED INTO, CAUSING BOTH WHEELS TO PITCH THE BOTTOM OF WHEELS OUTWARD RESULTING IN UNSTABLE VEHICLE CONTROL (AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT). ATER INSPECTION OF FAILED PARTS, I BELIEVE FORD HAS A MANUFACTURING PROCESS ...

Jun 5, 2007 Power Train 103,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS LEAKING FROM THE BELL HOUSING ON THE TRANSMISSION, AS WELL AS SLIPPING THROUGH THE GEARS, THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IT HAS HAPPENED WITHIN 50,000 MILES. I HAVE ALSO NOTICED THAT FROM WHERE IT IS LEAKING FROM THE TRANSMISSION, MY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AFFECTED ...

Jun 5, 2007 Power Train 103,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IS LEAKING FROM THE BELL HOUSING ON THE TRANSMISSION, AS WELL AS SLIPPING THROUGH THE GEARS, THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IT HAS HAPPENED WITHIN 50,000 MILES. I HAVE ALSO NOTICED THAT FROM WHERE IT IS LEAKING FROM THE TRANSMISSION, MY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AFFECTED ...

Jun 1, 2007 Power Train

THE VEHICLE WHEN PARKED AT ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE OR DECLINE HAS HAD REPEATED TENDENCIES NOT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. ON THIS OCCASION, I HAD THE VEHICLE ON RAMPS CHANGING MY OIL AND WENT TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL TO LEVEL IT OUT. THE VEHICLE APPEARED TO HAVE GOTTEN STUCK IN REVERSE AND NEITHER THE FOOT BRAK...

Jun 1, 2007 Parking Brake

THE VEHICLE WHEN PARKED AT ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE OR DECLINE HAS HAD REPEATED TENDENCIES NOT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. ON THIS OCCASION, I HAD THE VEHICLE ON RAMPS CHANGING MY OIL AND WENT TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL TO LEVEL IT OUT. THE VEHICLE APPEARED TO HAVE GOTTEN STUCK IN REVERSE AND NEITHER THE FOOT BRAK...

Jun 1, 2007 Power Train

THE VEHICLE WHEN PARKED AT ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE OR DECLINE HAS HAD REPEATED TENDENCIES NOT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. ON THIS OCCASION, I HAD THE VEHICLE ON RAMPS CHANGING MY OIL AND WENT TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL TO LEVEL IT OUT. THE VEHICLE APPEARED TO HAVE GOTTEN STUCK IN REVERSE AND NEITHER THE FOOT BRAK...

Jun 1, 2007 Parking Brake

THE VEHICLE WHEN PARKED AT ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE OR DECLINE HAS HAD REPEATED TENDENCIES NOT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK. ON THIS OCCASION, I HAD THE VEHICLE ON RAMPS CHANGING MY OIL AND WENT TO PUT IT IN NEUTRAL TO LEVEL IT OUT. THE VEHICLE APPEARED TO HAVE GOTTEN STUCK IN REVERSE AND NEITHER THE FOOT BRAK...

Apr 17, 2007 Power Train

FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS I AM REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION ON THE 1999 WINDSTAR. BOTH TIMES IT JUST STOPPED WORKING,, BUT WAS ABLE TO GET CAR TO SAFETY. NOW ON SECOND TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL AT A COST OF $1700 FOR HE FIRST TIME , AND 1$400 THE SECOND. THE MECHANIC SAID THERE WAS NO REASON F...

Apr 17, 2007 Power Train

FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 2 YEARS I AM REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION ON THE 1999 WINDSTAR. BOTH TIMES IT JUST STOPPED WORKING,, BUT WAS ABLE TO GET CAR TO SAFETY. NOW ON SECOND TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL AT A COST OF $1700 FOR HE FIRST TIME , AND 1$400 THE SECOND. THE MECHANIC SAID THERE WAS NO REASON F...

Apr 4, 2007 Power Train 28,000 mi

ONLY 28,000 MILES ON CAR DRIVEN BY ELDERLY FATHER A FEW MILES EVERY DAY FOR PAST 7 YEARS. NO INDICATION OF PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION BEFORE THIS INCIDENT. PULLED FROM STOP ONTO STATE ROAD AT POINT WHERE A BLIND CURVE/NO SITE DISTANCE FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC-SPEED LIMIT 45 MPH. CAR JERKED FORWARD AND T...

Apr 4, 2007 Power Train 28,000 mi

ONLY 28,000 MILES ON CAR DRIVEN BY ELDERLY FATHER A FEW MILES EVERY DAY FOR PAST 7 YEARS. NO INDICATION OF PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION BEFORE THIS INCIDENT. PULLED FROM STOP ONTO STATE ROAD AT POINT WHERE A BLIND CURVE/NO SITE DISTANCE FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC-SPEED LIMIT 45 MPH. CAR JERKED FORWARD AND T...

Mar 7, 2007 Visibility Fire 100,152 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A WEEK BEFORE THE FIRE THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE NOT OPERATING NORMALLY. THE MECHANIC RECOMMENDED THAT SHE CHANGE THE PULLEYS IN THE AIR CONDITIONER. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE ...

Mar 7, 2007 Visibility Fire 100,152 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A WEEK BEFORE THE FIRE THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE NOT OPERATING NORMALLY. THE MECHANIC RECOMMENDED THAT SHE CHANGE THE PULLEYS IN THE AIR CONDITIONER. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE ...

Mar 3, 2007 Visibility

ON 5/1/05 MY WIFE DROVE THE VAN TO WORK WHEN SHE ARRIVED AT WORK THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. SHE THEN NOTICED SMOKE COMING FORM UNDER THE DASH. SHE HAD A FRIEND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY (THAT ACT PROBABLY SAVED THE VEHICLE FORM CATCHING FIRE). I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO CLAIR FORD IN...

Mar 3, 2007 Visibility

ON 5/1/05 MY WIFE DROVE THE VAN TO WORK WHEN SHE ARRIVED AT WORK THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. SHE THEN NOTICED SMOKE COMING FORM UNDER THE DASH. SHE HAD A FRIEND DISCONNECT THE BATTERY (THAT ACT PROBABLY SAVED THE VEHICLE FORM CATCHING FIRE). I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO CLAIR FORD IN...

Feb 21, 2007 Suspension

I WAS DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DOING 40 TO 45 MILES PER HOUR WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN SOMETHING BROKE. A PASSER BY TRIED TO PUSH THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. I ENDED UP HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED. TURNED OUT THE PROBLEM WAS THE BRACKET THAT IS ATTACHED TO...

Feb 21, 2007 Suspension

I WAS DRIVING MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DOING 40 TO 45 MILES PER HOUR WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN SOMETHING BROKE. A PASSER BY TRIED TO PUSH THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. I ENDED UP HAVING TO CALL A TOW TRUCK TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED. TURNED OUT THE PROBLEM WAS THE BRACKET THAT IS ATTACHED TO...

Jan 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT HAD A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH AN ODOMETER READING OF 95000 MILES AND THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SLOW DOWN ,AND SHE WOULD FEEL A PULSATING VIBRATION. THE CONTACT SAID THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ...

Jan 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT HAD A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH AN ODOMETER READING OF 95000 MILES AND THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SLOW DOWN ,AND SHE WOULD FEEL A PULSATING VIBRATION. THE CONTACT SAID THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ...

Dec 8, 2006 Air Bags 134,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SEATED IN THE DRIVER SEAT WITH THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF AND THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, THE SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INCURRED MUSCULAR BACK INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETE...

Dec 8, 2006 Air Bags 134,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SEATED IN THE DRIVER SEAT WITH THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF AND THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, THE SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INCURRED MUSCULAR BACK INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETE...

Dec 7, 2006 Suspension 140,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING A GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSPECTION PERFORMED BY A DEALER, IT WAS DETERMINED THE LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO INDICATE A FAILURE. THERE WAS A NHTSA RECALL, # 04V332000,...

Dec 7, 2006 Suspension 140,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING A GENERAL MAINTENANCE INSPECTION PERFORMED BY A DEALER, IT WAS DETERMINED THE LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PREVIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO INDICATE A FAILURE. THERE WAS A NHTSA RECALL, # 04V332000,...

Dec 5, 2006 Structure 51,775 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN 30 MPH, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE, AND THE STEERING SHIFTED PULLING THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE, WHERE THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING AND FOUND THE STEERING WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Dec 5, 2006 Steering 51,775 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN 30 MPH, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE, AND THE STEERING SHIFTED PULLING THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE, WHERE THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING AND FOUND THE STEERING WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Dec 5, 2006 Structure 51,775 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN 30 MPH, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE, AND THE STEERING SHIFTED PULLING THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE, WHERE THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING AND FOUND THE STEERING WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Dec 5, 2006 Steering 51,775 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN 30 MPH, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE, AND THE STEERING SHIFTED PULLING THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE, WHERE THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING AND FOUND THE STEERING WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS T...

Nov 21, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

MY 2-YEAR OLD DAUGHTER'S RIGHT HAND WAS CRUSHED IN THE POWER SLIDING DOOR OF OUR MINIVAN. HER HAND IS TOO SMALL FOR THE SAFETY SENSOR TO DETECT IT AND THEREFORE, THE DOOR LATCHED AND LOCKED WITH HER HAND BETWEEN THE BODY PILLAR AND THE DOOR. *JB

Nov 21, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

MY 2-YEAR OLD DAUGHTER'S RIGHT HAND WAS CRUSHED IN THE POWER SLIDING DOOR OF OUR MINIVAN. HER HAND IS TOO SMALL FOR THE SAFETY SENSOR TO DETECT IT AND THEREFORE, THE DOOR LATCHED AND LOCKED WITH HER HAND BETWEEN THE BODY PILLAR AND THE DOOR. *JB

Nov 16, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 204,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. MY DAUGHTER WAS UNABLE TO STOP AND COLLIDED WITH THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR IS FULL. THE CAR WAS SERVICED REGULARLY BUT HAD NO RECENT BRAKE WORK COMPLETED. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER COMPLETELY FAILED....

Nov 16, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 204,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. MY DAUGHTER WAS UNABLE TO STOP AND COLLIDED WITH THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR IS FULL. THE CAR WAS SERVICED REGULARLY BUT HAD NO RECENT BRAKE WORK COMPLETED. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER COMPLETELY FAILED....

Nov 14, 2006 Visibility

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS INTERMITTENTLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EXAMINED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT FOUND SIMILAR RECALLS # 01V261000 ABOUT THE VISIBILITY:...

Nov 14, 2006 Visibility

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS INTERMITTENTLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EXAMINED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT FOUND SIMILAR RECALLS # 01V261000 ABOUT THE VISIBILITY:...

Nov 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

3 DEATHS. BET I'VE GOT YOUR ATTENTION NOW! I HAVE BEEN READING ABOUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FAILURES, AND MY VAN HAS THE SAME PERSISTENT PROBLEM. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN ENGINE DESIGN DEFECT AND THAT ALTHOUGH GASKET REPLACEMENT IS RECOMMENDED BY THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, IT SEEMS CUSTOMERS...

Nov 10, 2006 Electrical System 82,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR SEL IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR (2006) AND NOT EVEN A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT IT WHEN I WOULD PULL OUT FROM RED LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS AND THE VAN WOULD EITHER DIE ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD OR WOULD CONTINUOUSLY HESITATE. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE FIRST TIME ...

Nov 10, 2006 Equipment 82,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR SEL IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR (2006) AND NOT EVEN A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT IT WHEN I WOULD PULL OUT FROM RED LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS AND THE VAN WOULD EITHER DIE ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD OR WOULD CONTINUOUSLY HESITATE. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE FIRST TIME ...

Nov 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

3 DEATHS. BET I'VE GOT YOUR ATTENTION NOW! I HAVE BEEN READING ABOUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FAILURES, AND MY VAN HAS THE SAME PERSISTENT PROBLEM. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS AN ENGINE DESIGN DEFECT AND THAT ALTHOUGH GASKET REPLACEMENT IS RECOMMENDED BY THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, IT SEEMS CUSTOMERS...

Nov 10, 2006 Electrical System 82,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR SEL IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR (2006) AND NOT EVEN A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT IT WHEN I WOULD PULL OUT FROM RED LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS AND THE VAN WOULD EITHER DIE ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD OR WOULD CONTINUOUSLY HESITATE. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE FIRST TIME ...

Nov 10, 2006 Equipment 82,000 mi

I BOUGHT MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR SEL IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR (2006) AND NOT EVEN A WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT IT WHEN I WOULD PULL OUT FROM RED LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS AND THE VAN WOULD EITHER DIE ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD OR WOULD CONTINUOUSLY HESITATE. I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE FIRST TIME ...

Nov 2, 2006 Structure 58,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SUBFRAME THAT HELD THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FRACTURED IN HALF. UPDATED 11/30/06. ...

Nov 2, 2006 Structure 58,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID. THERE WERE NO WARNINGS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SERVICE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT THE SUBFRAME THAT HELD THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION FRACTURED IN HALF. UPDATED 11/30/06. ...

Oct 27, 2006 Power Train 97,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR ,98K, COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WENT INTO REVERSE , BUT NOT INTO ANY FORWARD GEAR. I'VE METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED THIS VEHICLE, NEVER TOWED. HAVE OWNED CARS FOR 30 YRS, NEVER HAD A VEHICLE THIS BAD. WILL NEVER BUY FORD AGAIN. *NM

Oct 27, 2006 Power Train 97,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR ,98K, COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WENT INTO REVERSE , BUT NOT INTO ANY FORWARD GEAR. I'VE METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED THIS VEHICLE, NEVER TOWED. HAVE OWNED CARS FOR 30 YRS, NEVER HAD A VEHICLE THIS BAD. WILL NEVER BUY FORD AGAIN. *NM

Oct 20, 2006 Seat Belts 77,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED UPON PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE IT WAS NOTICED THE BLACK CLIP ON THE SEATBELT OF THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT WAS FRACTURED CAUSING THE SEATBELT TO BE INOPERABLE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ENTIRE SEATBELT...

Oct 20, 2006 Visibility 74,500 mi

RECALL #01V261000 WAS RECTIFIED IN FEB 2002. THE MOTOR COVER WAS REPLACED BECAUSE WATER WOULD GET INTO THE MOTOR. TODAY MY HUSBAND REPLACED OUR WIPER MOTOR AND THE OLD ONE WAS FILLED WITH WATER. OBVIOUSLY, THEIR SOLUTION WASN'T ADEQUATE. *NM

Oct 20, 2006 Seat Belts 77,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED UPON PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE IT WAS NOTICED THE BLACK CLIP ON THE SEATBELT OF THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT WAS FRACTURED CAUSING THE SEATBELT TO BE INOPERABLE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHO DETERMINED THE ENTIRE SEATBELT...

Oct 20, 2006 Visibility 74,500 mi

RECALL #01V261000 WAS RECTIFIED IN FEB 2002. THE MOTOR COVER WAS REPLACED BECAUSE WATER WOULD GET INTO THE MOTOR. TODAY MY HUSBAND REPLACED OUR WIPER MOTOR AND THE OLD ONE WAS FILLED WITH WATER. OBVIOUSLY, THEIR SOLUTION WASN'T ADEQUATE. *NM

Oct 16, 2006 Power Train 83,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE RESULTING IN LOSS OF DRIVE POWER/TORQUE AS A RESULT OF A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *NM

Oct 16, 2006 Power Train 83,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE RESULTING IN LOSS OF DRIVE POWER/TORQUE AS A RESULT OF A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. *NM

Oct 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 WINDSTAR STALLED. SEAL IN HEAD GASKET FAILED. *TS WHEN THE SEAL FAILED IT ALLOWED AIR TO GET SUCKED IN AT THE HOLES FOR THE BOLTS. THIS IS WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *NM

Oct 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 WINDSTAR STALLED. SEAL IN HEAD GASKET FAILED. *TS WHEN THE SEAL FAILED IT ALLOWED AIR TO GET SUCKED IN AT THE HOLES FOR THE BOLTS. THIS IS WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *NM

Sep 21, 2006 Steering 90,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A FOOT OF WATER, OR IN THE RAIN, THE STEERING LOCKED UP. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM.

Sep 21, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 89,900 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL RELAY ON THE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER CAUGHT ON FIRE AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND SAW FIRE COMING FROM THE RELAY WHEN THE HOOD WAS OPENED. THE SERVICE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WE...

Sep 21, 2006 Steering 90,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A FOOT OF WATER, OR IN THE RAIN, THE STEERING LOCKED UP. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM.

Sep 21, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 89,900 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL RELAY ON THE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER CAUGHT ON FIRE AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND SAW FIRE COMING FROM THE RELAY WHEN THE HOOD WAS OPENED. THE SERVICE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WE...

Aug 27, 2006 Power Train 75,567 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUSTAINED MAJOR TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY PRIOR SYMPTOMS. VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY AND SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD FOLLOWED BY SEVERE GRINDING. TRANSMISSION WAS FOUND TO BE FILLED WITH METAL AND REQUIRED OVERHAUL. VEHICLE HAD JUST OVER 75000 MILES AND ...

Aug 27, 2006 Power Train 75,567 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUSTAINED MAJOR TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY PRIOR SYMPTOMS. VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY AND SHIFTED INTO DRIVE, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD FOLLOWED BY SEVERE GRINDING. TRANSMISSION WAS FOUND TO BE FILLED WITH METAL AND REQUIRED OVERHAUL. VEHICLE HAD JUST OVER 75000 MILES AND ...

Aug 8, 2006 Power Train Crash 105,200 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ENGINE WAS RUNNING WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK, THE ENGINE ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE MOVED FORWARD HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. SOME DAMAGE WAS CAUSED TO THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE COLUMN SHIFT INDICATOR WAS STILL IN PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SER...

Aug 8, 2006 Power Train Crash 105,200 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ENGINE WAS RUNNING WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK, THE ENGINE ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE MOVED FORWARD HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. SOME DAMAGE WAS CAUSED TO THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE COLUMN SHIFT INDICATOR WAS STILL IN PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE SER...

Aug 4, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

WE NOTICED A LEAK OF AN OIL PRODUCT AND TOOK OUR VAN IN TO BE CHECKED. THE REPAIR PERSON SAID THERE WAS A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID WHERE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH CONNECTS TO THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. THEY SAID THEY THOUGHT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS AND TO TAKE THE VAN TO A FORD DEALER. ...

Aug 4, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

WE NOTICED A LEAK OF AN OIL PRODUCT AND TOOK OUR VAN IN TO BE CHECKED. THE REPAIR PERSON SAID THERE WAS A LEAK OF BRAKE FLUID WHERE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH CONNECTS TO THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. THEY SAID THEY THOUGHT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS AND TO TAKE THE VAN TO A FORD DEALER. ...

Aug 3, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 73,000 mi

THE LATCHES ON THE VEHICLE ARE DEFECTIVE. THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT LATCH WILL NOT OPEN. THE LATCH ON CD STORAGE WILL NOT WORK EITHER AND THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK IS ABOUT READY TO BREAK...IT DOESN'T ALWAYS WANT TO OPEN. *JB

Aug 3, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 73,000 mi

THE LATCHES ON THE VEHICLE ARE DEFECTIVE. THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT LATCH WILL NOT OPEN. THE LATCH ON CD STORAGE WILL NOT WORK EITHER AND THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK IS ABOUT READY TO BREAK...IT DOESN'T ALWAYS WANT TO OPEN. *JB

Aug 3, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 73,000 mi

THE LATCHES ON THE VEHICLE ARE DEFECTIVE. THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT LATCH WILL NOT OPEN. THE LATCH ON CD STORAGE WILL NOT WORK EITHER AND THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK IS ABOUT READY TO BREAK...IT DOESN'T ALWAYS WANT TO OPEN. *JB

Aug 3, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 73,000 mi

THE LATCHES ON THE VEHICLE ARE DEFECTIVE. THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT LATCH WILL NOT OPEN. THE LATCH ON CD STORAGE WILL NOT WORK EITHER AND THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK IS ABOUT READY TO BREAK...IT DOESN'T ALWAYS WANT TO OPEN. *JB

Jul 26, 2006 Tires 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND SHUTTER. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE HAD SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN A LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THE TIRE HAD A BULGE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A TIRE DEALERSHIP ...

Jul 26, 2006 Tires 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND SHUTTER. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE HAD SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN A LOCAL DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THE TIRE HAD A BULGE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A TIRE DEALERSHIP ...

Jul 24, 2006 Tires 52,909 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE'S TIRE WAS OBSERVED TO BE RELEASING AIR FROM THE STEM. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PUT AIR INTO THE TIRE, THE AIR WAS RELEASING FROM THE STEM FASTER THAN THE TIRE COULD BE FILLED WITH AIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO COSCO WHERE ALL 4 TIRES ...

Jul 24, 2006 Tires 52,909 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE'S TIRE WAS OBSERVED TO BE RELEASING AIR FROM THE STEM. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PUT AIR INTO THE TIRE, THE AIR WAS RELEASING FROM THE STEM FASTER THAN THE TIRE COULD BE FILLED WITH AIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO COSCO WHERE ALL 4 TIRES ...

Jul 21, 2006 Visibility 92,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. INITIALLY THE WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY, HOWEVER THE WIPERS ARE NO LONGER FUNCTIONING AT ALL. THERE IS AN NHTSA RECALL, # 01V261000, REGARDING THE VISIBILITY: WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: MOTOR. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. UPDATE...

Jul 21, 2006 Visibility 92,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. INITIALLY THE WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY, HOWEVER THE WIPERS ARE NO LONGER FUNCTIONING AT ALL. THERE IS AN NHTSA RECALL, # 01V261000, REGARDING THE VISIBILITY: WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER: MOTOR. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. UPDATE...

Jul 11, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. I DROVE IT THIS WAY FOR TWO MONTHS. 15 CODES IN THE SYSTEM. FORD DEALER STATES IT'S THE HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BOX. TO REPAIR BOTH WOULD COST 800.00 OR SO, WHICH IS INCLUDING LABOR AND PARTS. STATES IT'S A KNOWN PROBLEM OF 1999 FORD WINDSTARS. I HAVE NO ANTI-LOCK BRAK...

Jul 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. I DROVE IT THIS WAY FOR TWO MONTHS. 15 CODES IN THE SYSTEM. FORD DEALER STATES IT'S THE HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BOX. TO REPAIR BOTH WOULD COST 800.00 OR SO, WHICH IS INCLUDING LABOR AND PARTS. STATES IT'S A KNOWN PROBLEM OF 1999 FORD WINDSTARS. I HAVE NO ANTI-LOCK BRAK...

Jul 11, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. I DROVE IT THIS WAY FOR TWO MONTHS. 15 CODES IN THE SYSTEM. FORD DEALER STATES IT'S THE HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BOX. TO REPAIR BOTH WOULD COST 800.00 OR SO, WHICH IS INCLUDING LABOR AND PARTS. STATES IT'S A KNOWN PROBLEM OF 1999 FORD WINDSTARS. I HAVE NO ANTI-LOCK BRAK...

Jul 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. I DROVE IT THIS WAY FOR TWO MONTHS. 15 CODES IN THE SYSTEM. FORD DEALER STATES IT'S THE HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BOX. TO REPAIR BOTH WOULD COST 800.00 OR SO, WHICH IS INCLUDING LABOR AND PARTS. STATES IT'S A KNOWN PROBLEM OF 1999 FORD WINDSTARS. I HAVE NO ANTI-LOCK BRAK...

Jul 9, 2006 Structure

THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE IS CRACKED AND APPEARS TO HAVE RUSTED THROUGH. WE WERE NOTICING A CLUNK SOUND WHEN TURNING AND STOPPING SO I PULLED THE WHEEL TO CHECK AND NOTICED THE CRACK RIGHT AWAY. IT COULD CAUSE THE TRANS AND ENGINE TO SHIFT AND COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS THE SUBFR...

Jul 9, 2006 Structure

THE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE IS CRACKED AND APPEARS TO HAVE RUSTED THROUGH. WE WERE NOTICING A CLUNK SOUND WHEN TURNING AND STOPPING SO I PULLED THE WHEEL TO CHECK AND NOTICED THE CRACK RIGHT AWAY. IT COULD CAUSE THE TRANS AND ENGINE TO SHIFT AND COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AS THE SUBFR...

Jun 24, 2006 Wheels 62,068 mi

STUD BOLT ON PASSENGER (RIGHT) FRONT HUB FAILED AND BROKE OFF WHILE CONDUCTING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE- LUGS HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECS- 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN HAS ONLY HAS 62,000 MILES- NO EVIDENCE OF CROSS THREADING/STUD THREADS WERE CLEAN. NOT YET REPAIRED. *JB

Jun 24, 2006 Wheels 62,068 mi

STUD BOLT ON PASSENGER (RIGHT) FRONT HUB FAILED AND BROKE OFF WHILE CONDUCTING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE- LUGS HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECS- 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN HAS ONLY HAS 62,000 MILES- NO EVIDENCE OF CROSS THREADING/STUD THREADS WERE CLEAN. NOT YET REPAIRED. *JB

Jun 19, 2006 Power Train 65,000 mi

COMPLAINED TO FORD ABOUT TRANSMISSION WHILE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY. I WAS TOLD THERE WASN'T ANYTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION. ON SUNDAY 06/11/06, WHILE EXITING PARKWAY THE TRANSMISSION WENT ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED WITH ONLY 17,000 MILES ON IT IN 7/01,VEHICLE NOW HAS 65,000 MIL...

Jun 19, 2006 Power Train 65,000 mi

COMPLAINED TO FORD ABOUT TRANSMISSION WHILE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY. I WAS TOLD THERE WASN'T ANYTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION. ON SUNDAY 06/11/06, WHILE EXITING PARKWAY THE TRANSMISSION WENT ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED WITH ONLY 17,000 MILES ON IT IN 7/01,VEHICLE NOW HAS 65,000 MIL...

Jun 12, 2006 Electrical System Fire

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SPONTANEOUSLY STARTED ON FIRE WHILE PARKED IN THE GARAGE. IT HAD NOT BE RUN FOR AT LEAST 8 HOURS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. WHILE NO ONE WAS INJURED THIS COULD HAVE STARTED OUR ENTIRE HOUSE ON FIRE. THE INSURANCE FIRE EXPERT LOCATED THE START OF THE FIRE TO THE WIRING OF THE HEATER....

Jun 12, 2006 Electrical System Fire

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SPONTANEOUSLY STARTED ON FIRE WHILE PARKED IN THE GARAGE. IT HAD NOT BE RUN FOR AT LEAST 8 HOURS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. WHILE NO ONE WAS INJURED THIS COULD HAVE STARTED OUR ENTIRE HOUSE ON FIRE. THE INSURANCE FIRE EXPERT LOCATED THE START OF THE FIRE TO THE WIRING OF THE HEATER....

May 19, 2006 Structure 87,000 mi

I RECENTLY NOTICED THAT MY STEERING WHEEL HAD ALIGNED ITSELF TO THE LEFT, AND THE VAN WOULD NOT CENTER ITSELF WELL, WHILE ON THE ROAD. I TOOK THE VAN TO RAJ AUTO CENTER AT SOMERSET,NJ. AFTER CHECKING THE VAN THE AUTO CENTER SAID THAT THERE WAS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE VANS K-FRAME HAD ROTT...

May 19, 2006 Structure 87,000 mi

I RECENTLY NOTICED THAT MY STEERING WHEEL HAD ALIGNED ITSELF TO THE LEFT, AND THE VAN WOULD NOT CENTER ITSELF WELL, WHILE ON THE ROAD. I TOOK THE VAN TO RAJ AUTO CENTER AT SOMERSET,NJ. AFTER CHECKING THE VAN THE AUTO CENTER SAID THAT THERE WAS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE VANS K-FRAME HAD ROTT...

Apr 6, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

1999 WINDSTAR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH OVERHEATED. *TS ***NAR*** THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. THE CONSUMER INDICATED THERE WERE SPARKS AND BLACK SMOKE AND THAT THE SWITCH WAS DESTROYED. THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. *NM

Apr 6, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

1999 WINDSTAR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH OVERHEATED. *TS ***NAR*** THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. THE CONSUMER INDICATED THERE WERE SPARKS AND BLACK SMOKE AND THAT THE SWITCH WAS DESTROYED. THE CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. *NM

Mar 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ILLUMINATED SINCE PURCHASE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP THAT WAS ABLE TO TURN THE LIGHT OFF FOR A FEW DAYS, TWO SEPARATE TIMES. THE REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THE INTAKE MANIFOLD NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.

Mar 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ILLUMINATED SINCE PURCHASE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP THAT WAS ABLE TO TURN THE LIGHT OFF FOR A FEW DAYS, TWO SEPARATE TIMES. THE REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THE INTAKE MANIFOLD NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.

Mar 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CEL (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT) CAME ON. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE FORD COMPANY HAS A BULLETIN OUT TO DEALERS RECOMMENDING THE REPLACEMENT OF GASKETS AND VALVE COVER FOR THE VACUUM LEAKS. WHICH RUN UPWARD OF 600.00 IF THEY ARE ACKNOWLEDGING THIS PROBLEM, WHY ARE THEY NOT RECALLING IT? *JB

Mar 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CEL (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT) CAME ON. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE FORD COMPANY HAS A BULLETIN OUT TO DEALERS RECOMMENDING THE REPLACEMENT OF GASKETS AND VALVE COVER FOR THE VACUUM LEAKS. WHICH RUN UPWARD OF 600.00 IF THEY ARE ACKNOWLEDGING THIS PROBLEM, WHY ARE THEY NOT RECALLING IT? *JB

Mar 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CEL (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT) CAME ON. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE FORD COMPANY HAS A BULLETIN OUT TO DEALERS RECOMMENDING THE REPLACEMENT OF GASKETS AND VALVE COVER FOR THE VACUUM LEAKS. WHICH RUN UPWARD OF 600.00 IF THEY ARE ACKNOWLEDGING THIS PROBLEM, WHY ARE THEY NOT RECALLING IT? *JB

Mar 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CEL (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT) CAME ON. FORD DEALER SAID THAT THE FORD COMPANY HAS A BULLETIN OUT TO DEALERS RECOMMENDING THE REPLACEMENT OF GASKETS AND VALVE COVER FOR THE VACUUM LEAKS. WHICH RUN UPWARD OF 600.00 IF THEY ARE ACKNOWLEDGING THIS PROBLEM, WHY ARE THEY NOT RECALLING IT? *JB

Mar 14, 2006 Suspension 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE STABILIZER AND ROCKER ARM BRACKETS BROKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. UPON INSPECTION THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE BRACKETS BROKE DUE TO RUST. A FEW DAYS BEFORE THE FAILURE THE CONSUMER'S FATHER HEARD A NOISE IN THE FRONT P...

Mar 14, 2006 Suspension 100,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE STABILIZER AND ROCKER ARM BRACKETS BROKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. UPON INSPECTION THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE BRACKETS BROKE DUE TO RUST. A FEW DAYS BEFORE THE FAILURE THE CONSUMER'S FATHER HEARD A NOISE IN THE FRONT P...

Mar 7, 2006 Structure 78,000 mi

ENGINE SUBFRAME FAILURE AT 78K MILES, ABOUT 6 INCHES OF THE ENGINE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT REAR HAS TOTALLY RUSTED AWAY, REST OF SUBFRAME IS PRISTINE, RIGHT REAR ENGINE MOUNT WAS NOT SUPPORTED, NOTICED CLUNKING SOUND AND WHEEL SHIFT TO 6 O'CLOCK POSITION THAT INITIATED INVESTIGATION NEVER IMPACTED,...

Mar 7, 2006 Structure 78,000 mi

ENGINE SUBFRAME FAILURE AT 78K MILES, ABOUT 6 INCHES OF THE ENGINE SUBFRAME ON THE RIGHT REAR HAS TOTALLY RUSTED AWAY, REST OF SUBFRAME IS PRISTINE, RIGHT REAR ENGINE MOUNT WAS NOT SUPPORTED, NOTICED CLUNKING SOUND AND WHEEL SHIFT TO 6 O'CLOCK POSITION THAT INITIATED INVESTIGATION NEVER IMPACTED,...

Mar 6, 2006 Steering 65,000 mi

PURCHASED THE WINDSTAR USED IN 2001. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR THE STEERING STARTED TO MAKE FUNNY (WHINING) NOISES AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD GET TOUGHER TO TURN WHEEL. AT 65K MY FAMILY AND I WERE DRIVING ACROSS COUNTRY AND THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT COMPLETELY. WE HAD TO DRIVE THE LAST 800 OR SO MILES TO ...

Mar 6, 2006 Steering 65,000 mi

PURCHASED THE WINDSTAR USED IN 2001. AFTER ABOUT A YEAR THE STEERING STARTED TO MAKE FUNNY (WHINING) NOISES AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD GET TOUGHER TO TURN WHEEL. AT 65K MY FAMILY AND I WERE DRIVING ACROSS COUNTRY AND THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT COMPLETELY. WE HAD TO DRIVE THE LAST 800 OR SO MILES TO ...

Mar 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 115,334 mi

THERE SEEMS TO BE A LOT OF 99 FORD WINDSTAR USER WITH THIS PROBLEM. CODE P0171 & P0174 HTTP://WWW.CARTRACKERS.COM/FORUMS/LIVE/FORDWINDSTAR/493.HTML FORD NEEDS TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS DESIGN DEFECT! A LAW SUIT NEEDS TO BE MADE AGAINST THEM AND ALL THE PEOPLE THAT PAID UP TO $731, NOT TO MEN...

Mar 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE CHECK ENGINE ISSUE. TO MAKE IT EASIER I WOULD LIKE TO REFER YOU TO THE FOLLOWING WEB SITE WHERE IT EXPLAINS MY SAME PROBLEM FROM SEVERAL OTHER INDIVIDUALS. HTTP://WWW.CARTRACKERS.COM/FORUMS/LIVE/FORDWINDSTAR/493.HTML I THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. HAVE A GO...

Mar 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 115,334 mi

THERE SEEMS TO BE A LOT OF 99 FORD WINDSTAR USER WITH THIS PROBLEM. CODE P0171 & P0174 HTTP://WWW.CARTRACKERS.COM/FORUMS/LIVE/FORDWINDSTAR/493.HTML FORD NEEDS TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS DESIGN DEFECT! A LAW SUIT NEEDS TO BE MADE AGAINST THEM AND ALL THE PEOPLE THAT PAID UP TO $731, NOT TO MEN...

Mar 1, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE CHECK ENGINE ISSUE. TO MAKE IT EASIER I WOULD LIKE TO REFER YOU TO THE FOLLOWING WEB SITE WHERE IT EXPLAINS MY SAME PROBLEM FROM SEVERAL OTHER INDIVIDUALS. HTTP://WWW.CARTRACKERS.COM/FORUMS/LIVE/FORDWINDSTAR/493.HTML I THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER. HAVE A GO...

Feb 25, 2006 Structure

ON JANUARY 10,2006 MY WIFE [XXX] WAS LEAVING WORK THAT EVENING. WHEN SHE STARTED TO DRIVE SHE HEARD SUM NOISES FROM UNDERNEATH HER CAR. IT IS A FORD WINDSTAR VAN 1999 70,000 MILES VIN [XXX]. WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS. SHE NOTICED HER STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE TURNED DOWN TO 6 O'CLOCK TO KEEP HER WH...

Feb 25, 2006 Structure

ON JANUARY 10,2006 MY WIFE [XXX] WAS LEAVING WORK THAT EVENING. WHEN SHE STARTED TO DRIVE SHE HEARD SUM NOISES FROM UNDERNEATH HER CAR. IT IS A FORD WINDSTAR VAN 1999 70,000 MILES VIN [XXX]. WE ARE THE ORIGINAL OWNERS. SHE NOTICED HER STEERING WHEEL HAD TO BE TURNED DOWN TO 6 O'CLOCK TO KEEP HER WH...

Jan 26, 2006 Structure

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Power Train

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Steering

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Structure

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Power Train

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 26, 2006 Steering

1999 WINDSTAR,. PAINT PEELING ON FRONT HOOD, REPLACED THE FOLLOWING: TRANSMISSION (4 TIMES), INNER AND OUTER TIE RODS (2 TIMES) POWER STEERING SYSTEM, INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND SYSTEM(TWICE), INTERIOR LIGHTS THAT FLICKER INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON FOR PERIODS OF TIME FOR NO REASON.*AK

Jan 14, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Steering 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Power Train 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Equipment 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Steering 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Power Train 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 14, 2006 Equipment 45,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999- TRANSMISSION, RACK AND PINION AND MANIFOLD FORD WOULD NOT HELP SO I TOOK THEM TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN ONTARIO AND WON FULL COST TO ALL THREE MATTERS. *JB

Jan 13, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,568 mi

ENGINE SEIZED AT 78,568 MILES; ALL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE UP TO DATE; INSPECTION OF ENGINE RESULTED IN 3 FRACTURED PISTONS, SCORED CYLINDER WALLS, BENT RODS AND LARGE CHUNKS OF METAL DEBRIS SECONDARY TO THE ENGINE SEIZURE. *JB

Jan 13, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,568 mi

ENGINE SEIZED AT 78,568 MILES; ALL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE UP TO DATE; INSPECTION OF ENGINE RESULTED IN 3 FRACTURED PISTONS, SCORED CYLINDER WALLS, BENT RODS AND LARGE CHUNKS OF METAL DEBRIS SECONDARY TO THE ENGINE SEIZURE. *JB

Jan 9, 2006 Air Bags 76,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED IMMEDIATELY THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE IS PARKED BECAUSE THE CONTACT IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP.*AK UPDATED 2/28/2006 - *NM

Jan 9, 2006 Air Bags 76,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED IMMEDIATELY THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE IS PARKED BECAUSE THE CONTACT IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP.*AK UPDATED 2/28/2006 - *NM

Jan 5, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 115,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL WEEKS, THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT REMAINS ON DESPITE THE FACT ALL THE DOORS ARE CLOSED; THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING AND MANUAL LOCKING WILL NOT WORK. AFTER 10 TO 15 MINUTES OF DRIVING, IT WILL GO OUT AND THE DOORS WILL FINALLY LOCK. TODAY, WHILE THAT LIGHT WAS ON AND THE DOORS WOULD NOT LOCK, THE D...

Jan 5, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 115,000 mi

FOR SEVERAL WEEKS, THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT REMAINS ON DESPITE THE FACT ALL THE DOORS ARE CLOSED; THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING AND MANUAL LOCKING WILL NOT WORK. AFTER 10 TO 15 MINUTES OF DRIVING, IT WILL GO OUT AND THE DOORS WILL FINALLY LOCK. TODAY, WHILE THAT LIGHT WAS ON AND THE DOORS WOULD NOT LOCK, THE D...

Jan 2, 2006 Electrical System 79,000 mi

REM MODULE REPAIR - $ 690. *NM

Jan 2, 2006 Electrical System 79,000 mi

REM MODULE REPAIR - $ 690. *NM

Dec 29, 2005 Electrical System 104,365 mi

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS LISTED IN RECALL NUMBERS 01V261000; 00V351000 AND 99V147000, HOWEVER, MY VIN # IS SOMEHOW NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REPAIR AT NO COST. *NM

Dec 29, 2005 Electrical System 104,365 mi

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS LISTED IN RECALL NUMBERS 01V261000; 00V351000 AND 99V147000, HOWEVER, MY VIN # IS SOMEHOW NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REPAIR AT NO COST. *NM

Dec 20, 2005 Power Train 145,000 mi

PARK TO REVERSE INJURY. *JB

Dec 20, 2005 Power Train 145,000 mi

PARK TO REVERSE INJURY. *JB

Dec 5, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE HESITATED WHILE DRIVING. THE ENGINE DID NOT DIE, BUT OPERATED AT A REDUCED SPEED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHEN THIS OCCURRED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRODUCED CODES. HOWEVE...

Dec 5, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE ENGINE HESITATED WHILE DRIVING. THE ENGINE DID NOT DIE, BUT OPERATED AT A REDUCED SPEED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHEN THIS OCCURRED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST PRODUCED CODES. HOWEVE...

Nov 30, 2005 Power Train 89,000 mi

I WAS SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WENT TO PULL AWAY WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. THERE WAS VERY LOUD NOISE, LIKE AN EXPLOSION, AND THE VAN LURCHED FORWARD. AT FIRST I THOUGHT ANOTHER DRIVER HIT US AND I WAS BRACING FOR THE IMPACT. FORTUNATELY, WE HAD NOT BEEN HIT, BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE MORE ...

Nov 30, 2005 Power Train 89,000 mi

I WAS SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WENT TO PULL AWAY WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. THERE WAS VERY LOUD NOISE, LIKE AN EXPLOSION, AND THE VAN LURCHED FORWARD. AT FIRST I THOUGHT ANOTHER DRIVER HIT US AND I WAS BRACING FOR THE IMPACT. FORTUNATELY, WE HAD NOT BEEN HIT, BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT MOVE MORE ...

Nov 22, 2005 Power Train Fire

DT: CONTACT STATED AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR THE OD LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING FROM UNDERNEATH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD . THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP TO BE INSPECTED. T...

Nov 22, 2005 Power Train Fire

DT: CONTACT STATED AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR THE OD LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING FROM UNDERNEATH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD . THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP TO BE INSPECTED. T...

Nov 14, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES. THE REPAIR SHOP CLEARED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE. AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM SHE WAS REFERRED TO AN AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER. THE DEALER...

Nov 14, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES. THE REPAIR SHOP CLEARED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE. AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM SHE WAS REFERRED TO AN AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER. THE DEALER...

Nov 3, 2005 Steering 46,880 mi

ON 7/29/05, MY 82-YEAR OLD MOTHER, PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH LESS THAN 44,000 MILES ON IT. MY MOTHER RECEIVES MINIMAL SOCIAL SECURITY & I, TOO, AM ON SOCIAL SECURITY FOR DISABILITY. WE COULD NOT AFFORD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY ON TOP OF CAR FINANCE $200./MO.) WE DID HAVE A DEALERSHIP L...

Nov 3, 2005 Steering 46,880 mi

ON 7/29/05, MY 82-YEAR OLD MOTHER, PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH LESS THAN 44,000 MILES ON IT. MY MOTHER RECEIVES MINIMAL SOCIAL SECURITY & I, TOO, AM ON SOCIAL SECURITY FOR DISABILITY. WE COULD NOT AFFORD AN EXTENDED WARRANTY ON TOP OF CAR FINANCE $200./MO.) WE DID HAVE A DEALERSHIP L...

Oct 12, 2005 Steering 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATES THAT THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING THAT GOT WORSE WHEN TURNING. IT WAS GETTING HARDER TO TURN. IT FELT LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING AT TIMES. THERE WERE METAL FILINGS IN THE POWER STEERING FLUID. DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING GEAR AND A PUMP. SHE WAS TOLD THE POWER ...

Oct 12, 2005 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY (60 MPH), THE OD LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MESSAGE BOARD SHOWED CHECK MESSAGE. I PUSHED INFO BUTTON, AND TXT. MESSAGE DISAPPEARED. I PULLED OVER TO FIRST LANE AND OBSERVED A LOT OF SMOKE IN THE REAR MIRROR. I STOPPED THE CAR AND OBSERVED FIRE UNDERNEATH THE CAR. FIRE CONTIN...

Oct 12, 2005 Steering 125,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATES THAT THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING THAT GOT WORSE WHEN TURNING. IT WAS GETTING HARDER TO TURN. IT FELT LIKE IT WAS SLIPPING AT TIMES. THERE WERE METAL FILINGS IN THE POWER STEERING FLUID. DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING GEAR AND A PUMP. SHE WAS TOLD THE POWER ...

Oct 12, 2005 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY (60 MPH), THE OD LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND MESSAGE BOARD SHOWED CHECK MESSAGE. I PUSHED INFO BUTTON, AND TXT. MESSAGE DISAPPEARED. I PULLED OVER TO FIRST LANE AND OBSERVED A LOT OF SMOKE IN THE REAR MIRROR. I STOPPED THE CAR AND OBSERVED FIRE UNDERNEATH THE CAR. FIRE CONTIN...

Oct 11, 2005 Power Train 54,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THAT 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX HAD A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VAN WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND WHEN THE OWNER PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO GO, THERE WAS NO POWER. THE OWNER HAD TO PUSH THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN HAS NOT BEEN TAKEN IN FOR REPAIRS. THERE ARE NO AVAILABLE OPENI...

Oct 11, 2005 Power Train 54,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THAT 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX HAD A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VAN WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND WHEN THE OWNER PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO GO, THERE WAS NO POWER. THE OWNER HAD TO PUSH THE VAN TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN HAS NOT BEEN TAKEN IN FOR REPAIRS. THERE ARE NO AVAILABLE OPENI...

Oct 4, 2005 Suspension 80,000 mi

DT: WHILE THE CALLER'S SON WAS DRIVING BOUT 65 MPH THE CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME, AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO WOBBLE. HE PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND THAT IS WHEN THE TIRE CAME LOOSE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. DEALER SAID THEY WOULD DO NOTHING FOR FREE. MANUFACTURER SAID THE VEHICLE W...

Oct 4, 2005 Suspension 80,000 mi

DT: WHILE THE CALLER'S SON WAS DRIVING BOUT 65 MPH THE CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME, AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO WOBBLE. HE PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND THAT IS WHEN THE TIRE CAME LOOSE. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. DEALER SAID THEY WOULD DO NOTHING FOR FREE. MANUFACTURER SAID THE VEHICLE W...

Sep 27, 2005 Tires

SEVERE SIDEWALL BLOWOUT OF A 3 YEAR OLD MICHELIN WEATHERWISE WITH APPROX 30K MILES ON IT. THE TIRE HAD AN EVEN TREAD WEAR PATTERN, AS IT HAD BEEN ROTATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATIONS. I WOULD LIKE TO EMAIL YOU PHOTOS OF THE BLOWN TIRE. BOTH WEATHERWISE TIRES ON THE FRONT OF MY...

Sep 27, 2005 Tires

SEVERE SIDEWALL BLOWOUT OF A 3 YEAR OLD MICHELIN WEATHERWISE WITH APPROX 30K MILES ON IT. THE TIRE HAD AN EVEN TREAD WEAR PATTERN, AS IT HAD BEEN ROTATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATIONS. I WOULD LIKE TO EMAIL YOU PHOTOS OF THE BLOWN TIRE. BOTH WEATHERWISE TIRES ON THE FRONT OF MY...

Sep 15, 2005 Visibility 135,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRIC MIRROR DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. WHEN SWITCHED TO RIGHT OR LEFT, THE MIRROR GOES DIAGONALLY UP OR DOWN, ALSO WHEN SWITCHED UP AND DOWN. THE WIRING, SWITCH AND MIRROR WERE CHECKED. THE MIRROR IS NEW, BOUGHT FROM FORD. *JB

Sep 15, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

BOTH OF THE SLIDING DOOR POWER LOCKING MECHANISMS ARE MALFUNCTIONING. THEY NO LONGER UNLOCK WITH THE SWITCH. IT IS ALSO IMPOSSIBLE TO PULL THE LOCK KNOB UP. WHEN THE SWITCH IS PRESSED THE DOOR RE-LOCKS ITSELF. IF A PERSON IS SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT, THE DOOR ALSO WILL NOT OPEN VIA THE DOOR HANDL...

Sep 15, 2005 Visibility 135,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRIC MIRROR DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. WHEN SWITCHED TO RIGHT OR LEFT, THE MIRROR GOES DIAGONALLY UP OR DOWN, ALSO WHEN SWITCHED UP AND DOWN. THE WIRING, SWITCH AND MIRROR WERE CHECKED. THE MIRROR IS NEW, BOUGHT FROM FORD. *JB

Sep 15, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

BOTH OF THE SLIDING DOOR POWER LOCKING MECHANISMS ARE MALFUNCTIONING. THEY NO LONGER UNLOCK WITH THE SWITCH. IT IS ALSO IMPOSSIBLE TO PULL THE LOCK KNOB UP. WHEN THE SWITCH IS PRESSED THE DOOR RE-LOCKS ITSELF. IF A PERSON IS SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT, THE DOOR ALSO WILL NOT OPEN VIA THE DOOR HANDL...

Sep 11, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 68,527 mi

CRACKED FUEL RAIL LEAKING GAS ON TO MANIFOLD LEAKING AT WELDED JOINT. *NM

Sep 11, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 68,527 mi

CRACKED FUEL RAIL LEAKING GAS ON TO MANIFOLD LEAKING AT WELDED JOINT. *NM

Sep 9, 2005 Power Train 51,527 mi

CAR WENT "CLUNK" THEN WOULDN'T ENGAGE TRANSMISSION WHILE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. HAD VAN TOWED TO DEALER; TRANSMISSION REPLACED -- HAD TO EXTRACT A BROKEN BOLT FROM THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *NM

Sep 9, 2005 Power Train 51,527 mi

CAR WENT "CLUNK" THEN WOULDN'T ENGAGE TRANSMISSION WHILE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC. HAD VAN TOWED TO DEALER; TRANSMISSION REPLACED -- HAD TO EXTRACT A BROKEN BOLT FROM THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *NM

Sep 1, 2005 Steering 53,000 mi

SUDDEN LOUD GRINDING NOISE IN STEERING WHEEL, RACK AND PINION LEAKAGE SEAL FAILURE. NEED TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION BEFORE LEAK DAMAGES PUMP. REPLACE RACK AND PINION. *NM

Sep 1, 2005 Steering 53,000 mi

SUDDEN LOUD GRINDING NOISE IN STEERING WHEEL, RACK AND PINION LEAKAGE SEAL FAILURE. NEED TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION BEFORE LEAK DAMAGES PUMP. REPLACE RACK AND PINION. *NM

Aug 25, 2005 Suspension 55,000 mi

THIS VIEHICLE IS MOSTLY DRIVEN IN THE CITY GOING TO THE STORE AND TAKING KIDS TO AND FROM SCHOOL. THE LEFT FRONT SPRING BROKE AND IS RUBBING IN THE TIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED AND I WAS TOLD BASED ONLY ON THE YEAR GIVEN THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SPRINGS. WHEN THE VIN NUMBER WAS GIVEN I WAS I...

Aug 25, 2005 Suspension 55,000 mi

THIS VIEHICLE IS MOSTLY DRIVEN IN THE CITY GOING TO THE STORE AND TAKING KIDS TO AND FROM SCHOOL. THE LEFT FRONT SPRING BROKE AND IS RUBBING IN THE TIRE. DEALERSHIP WAS CONTACTED AND I WAS TOLD BASED ONLY ON THE YEAR GIVEN THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE SPRINGS. WHEN THE VIN NUMBER WAS GIVEN I WAS I...

Aug 24, 2005 Power Train 55,180 mi

MY TRANSMISSION FAILED IN MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ONLLY 55,OOO. I STOPED AT A STOP SIGN, WHEN I HIT THE GAS I HEARD A THUD AND THE VAN WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. I ONLY HAD REVERSE. I HEAR THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE OF WINDSTAR VANS

Aug 24, 2005 Air Bags Crash 95,600 mi

AVOID THE DEER AND SLID OFF ROAD AND HIT A TREES. THE AIR BAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT RELEASE. THE SPEED THAT THIS HAPPEN WAS AT 40MPH. THE VEHICLE HAS $8600 DAMAGE TO IT. THE SEATBELT WAS BEING USED, BUT THE AIR BAGS I BELIEVE SHOULD OF STILL WORKED.

Aug 24, 2005 Power Train 55,180 mi

MY TRANSMISSION FAILED IN MY 99 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ONLLY 55,OOO. I STOPED AT A STOP SIGN, WHEN I HIT THE GAS I HEARD A THUD AND THE VAN WOULD NOT GO FORWARD. I ONLY HAD REVERSE. I HEAR THIS IS A COMMON FAILURE OF WINDSTAR VANS

Aug 24, 2005 Air Bags Crash 95,600 mi

AVOID THE DEER AND SLID OFF ROAD AND HIT A TREES. THE AIR BAGS ON BOTH SIDES DID NOT RELEASE. THE SPEED THAT THIS HAPPEN WAS AT 40MPH. THE VEHICLE HAS $8600 DAMAGE TO IT. THE SEATBELT WAS BEING USED, BUT THE AIR BAGS I BELIEVE SHOULD OF STILL WORKED.

Aug 23, 2005 Power Train 67,000 mi

I DROVE MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX WITH MY MOTHER AND MY FAMILY (MY 2 CHILDREN, MY NEPHEW AND MY DAUGHTER'S FRIEND) TO ERIE, PA TO VISIT MY SISTER'S FAMILY FOR 2 DAYS, THEN TO SPLASH LAGOON FOR 2 DAYS. THIS WAS A 230 MILE TRIP, EACH WAY, FROM MY HOME IS ELMIRA, NY. WE ARRIVED THERE WITHOUT INCIDENT....

Aug 23, 2005 Power Train 67,000 mi

I DROVE MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX WITH MY MOTHER AND MY FAMILY (MY 2 CHILDREN, MY NEPHEW AND MY DAUGHTER'S FRIEND) TO ERIE, PA TO VISIT MY SISTER'S FAMILY FOR 2 DAYS, THEN TO SPLASH LAGOON FOR 2 DAYS. THIS WAS A 230 MILE TRIP, EACH WAY, FROM MY HOME IS ELMIRA, NY. WE ARRIVED THERE WITHOUT INCIDENT....

Aug 22, 2005 Suspension

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE IN HALF . IF CONTACT HAD NOT STOPPED THE VEHICLE IT WOULD HAVE BLOWN OUT THE TIRE. THE SPRING WAS IN THE TIRE. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 1995-1998, BUT IT DID NOT COVER THE 1999 MODELS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSH...

Aug 22, 2005 Suspension

DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE IN HALF . IF CONTACT HAD NOT STOPPED THE VEHICLE IT WOULD HAVE BLOWN OUT THE TIRE. THE SPRING WAS IN THE TIRE. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 1995-1998, BUT IT DID NOT COVER THE 1999 MODELS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSH...

Jul 21, 2005 Service Brakes, Electric 133,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 135,000 MILES. USED FOR SALES. MASTER CYLINDER (ABS) LIGHT ON AND SHORT AT LINE RUNNING INTO MASTER CYLINDER. PULLED FUSE AFTER BLOWING SEVERAL. AFFECTED PART OF DASH (SPEEDO, AND ODOMITER) AND CRUISE NOW DOES NOT WORK. HAD MY SON CONFIRM WERE SMOKED WIRE WAS WHILE PUTTING IN NE...

Jul 21, 2005 Service Brakes, Electric 133,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR 135,000 MILES. USED FOR SALES. MASTER CYLINDER (ABS) LIGHT ON AND SHORT AT LINE RUNNING INTO MASTER CYLINDER. PULLED FUSE AFTER BLOWING SEVERAL. AFFECTED PART OF DASH (SPEEDO, AND ODOMITER) AND CRUISE NOW DOES NOT WORK. HAD MY SON CONFIRM WERE SMOKED WIRE WAS WHILE PUTTING IN NE...

Jul 7, 2005 Visibility

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ARE STOPPING HALFWAY THROUGH THE CYCLE AND I PHYSICALLY HAVE TO GET OUT OF MY CAR AND PUSH THEM SO THEY RETURN TO THE BASE. THERE WAS A RECALL ON FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT FORD TOLD ME SINCE IT WAS ALREADY PERFORMED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR IT AGAIN.

Jul 7, 2005 Visibility

THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ARE STOPPING HALFWAY THROUGH THE CYCLE AND I PHYSICALLY HAVE TO GET OUT OF MY CAR AND PUSH THEM SO THEY RETURN TO THE BASE. THERE WAS A RECALL ON FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT FORD TOLD ME SINCE IT WAS ALREADY PERFORMED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR IT AGAIN.

Jul 6, 2005 Electrical System 86,000 mi

DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THE # 10 FUSE KEEPS SHORTING OUT. THE SHIFTER CAN BE SHIFTED WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED WHEN THE KEY IS IN THE ON POSITION. THE CONSUMER STATED THIS FUSE CONTROLS THIS SAFETY FEATURE ALONG WITH OTHER THINGS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. A GA...

Jul 6, 2005 Electrical System 86,000 mi

DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THE # 10 FUSE KEEPS SHORTING OUT. THE SHIFTER CAN BE SHIFTED WITHOUT THE BRAKE BEING APPLIED WHEN THE KEY IS IN THE ON POSITION. THE CONSUMER STATED THIS FUSE CONTROLS THIS SAFETY FEATURE ALONG WITH OTHER THINGS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET. A GA...

Jul 5, 2005 Electrical System 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jul 5, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jul 5, 2005 Interior Lighting 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jul 5, 2005 Electrical System 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jul 5, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jul 5, 2005 Interior Lighting 63,000 mi

I OPENED ELECTRONIC SLIDING DRIVER SIDE DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN TO LOAD THE CAR FOR A WEEKEND TRIP. I KNEELED IN THE DOOR OPENING TO POSITION THINGS IN THE BACK SEAT. WITHOUT WARNING THE DOOR BEGAN TO SHUT ON ITS OWN. BEFORE I COULD JUMP OUT OF THE CAR, IT HAD MY CALVES STUCK IN THE DOO...

Jun 29, 2005 Electrical System 103,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN:: CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REMEMBERED SEEING A SPECIAL ON CNN-TV RECENTLY ABOUT FORD F150 AND EXPLORER VEHICLES CATCHING ON FIRE. SUSPECTED CAUSE WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUT-OUT SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. SO I DECIDED TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING ...

Jun 29, 2005 Unknown Or Other 103,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN:: CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REMEMBERED SEEING A SPECIAL ON CNN-TV RECENTLY ABOUT FORD F150 AND EXPLORER VEHICLES CATCHING ON FIRE. SUSPECTED CAUSE WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUT-OUT SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. SO I DECIDED TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING ...

Jun 29, 2005 Electrical System 103,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN:: CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REMEMBERED SEEING A SPECIAL ON CNN-TV RECENTLY ABOUT FORD F150 AND EXPLORER VEHICLES CATCHING ON FIRE. SUSPECTED CAUSE WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUT-OUT SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. SO I DECIDED TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING ...

Jun 29, 2005 Unknown Or Other 103,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN:: CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REMEMBERED SEEING A SPECIAL ON CNN-TV RECENTLY ABOUT FORD F150 AND EXPLORER VEHICLES CATCHING ON FIRE. SUSPECTED CAUSE WAS THE CRUISE CONTROL CUT-OUT SWITCH LOCATED ON THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. SO I DECIDED TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING ...

Jun 28, 2005 Power Train 58,950 mi

STOPPED THE VEHICLE TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, WHEN I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE THEN JUMPED INTO GEAR VIOLENTLY. I MANAGED TO GET TEH VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT WHERE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE COULD BE HEARD WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND GEARSHIFT IN PARK. I MOVED THE GEAR SELECTOR INTO...

Jun 28, 2005 Power Train 58,950 mi

STOPPED THE VEHICLE TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, WHEN I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE THEN JUMPED INTO GEAR VIOLENTLY. I MANAGED TO GET TEH VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT WHERE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE COULD BE HEARD WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND GEARSHIFT IN PARK. I MOVED THE GEAR SELECTOR INTO...

Jun 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,780 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PARK, ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKING BETWEEN TWO VEHICLES AND I NEED TO PROCEED SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION, MY ENGINE HAS A SUDDEN, MOMEMENTARY SURGE OF APPROXIMATELY 500 RPM EACH TIME I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LURCH FORWARD. I HAVE HAD A FEW CLOSE CALLS...

Jun 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,780 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PARK, ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKING BETWEEN TWO VEHICLES AND I NEED TO PROCEED SLOWLY AND WITH CAUTION, MY ENGINE HAS A SUDDEN, MOMEMENTARY SURGE OF APPROXIMATELY 500 RPM EACH TIME I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LURCH FORWARD. I HAVE HAD A FEW CLOSE CALLS...

Jun 17, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGES ON IT'S OWN THEN DOES NOT RESTART WHEN I TRY TO RESET IT

Jun 17, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGES ON IT'S OWN THEN DOES NOT RESTART WHEN I TRY TO RESET IT

Jun 16, 2005 Visibility 104,000 mi

DT: REAR BLOWER MOTOR IN THE REAR OF VAN SMELLED LIKE IT WAS BURNING AND THEN STOPPED WORKING. THERE WAS A RECALL ON EXACT MODEL, 1999, FORD, WINDSTAR. THE OWNER'S MALFUNCTIONED PART WAS NOT PRODUCED WHERE THE OTHERS WERE, SO SHE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE BLOWER HAS NOT WORKED FOR A MON...

Jun 16, 2005 Visibility 104,000 mi

DT: REAR BLOWER MOTOR IN THE REAR OF VAN SMELLED LIKE IT WAS BURNING AND THEN STOPPED WORKING. THERE WAS A RECALL ON EXACT MODEL, 1999, FORD, WINDSTAR. THE OWNER'S MALFUNCTIONED PART WAS NOT PRODUCED WHERE THE OTHERS WERE, SO SHE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE BLOWER HAS NOT WORKED FOR A MON...

Jun 13, 2005 Suspension 85,000 mi

DT: FORD WINSTAR 1999 FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE AND PUCTURED THE FRONT TIRE. *AK

Jun 13, 2005 Suspension 85,000 mi

DT: FORD WINSTAR 1999 FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE AND PUCTURED THE FRONT TIRE. *AK

Jun 8, 2005 Suspension 71,000 mi

1. 99 WINDSTAR, FRONT COIL SPRING FAILURE, 71,000 MILES, SPRING FRACTURED SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY 2. UNABLE TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS, NO ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIME FOR BACKORDERED SPRINGS FROM FORD 3.NO SOLUTION FROM FORD OTHER THAN WAIT

Jun 8, 2005 Suspension 71,000 mi

1. 99 WINDSTAR, FRONT COIL SPRING FAILURE, 71,000 MILES, SPRING FRACTURED SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY 2. UNABLE TO OBTAIN REPLACEMENT PARTS, NO ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIME FOR BACKORDERED SPRINGS FROM FORD 3.NO SOLUTION FROM FORD OTHER THAN WAIT

May 31, 2005 Power Train 63,000 mi

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 63,000 MI. MECHANIC INFORMED US THE PLANETARY ASSEMBLY HAS CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED,TOTAL WILL BE ABOUT $2,500 FOR A REBUILT TRANS. PREFORMED ALL MAINTANCE FOR THE TRANS. AT 40,000 MI. THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN AT SUCH LOW MILEAGE. WILL FORD H...

May 31, 2005 Power Train 63,000 mi

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 63,000 MI. MECHANIC INFORMED US THE PLANETARY ASSEMBLY HAS CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED,TOTAL WILL BE ABOUT $2,500 FOR A REBUILT TRANS. PREFORMED ALL MAINTANCE FOR THE TRANS. AT 40,000 MI. THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN AT SUCH LOW MILEAGE. WILL FORD H...

May 22, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A STOP VEHICLE ACCELERATED, RESULTING IN UNWANTED AND UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION

May 22, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A STOP VEHICLE ACCELERATED, RESULTING IN UNWANTED AND UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION

May 11, 2005 Power Train 51,000 mi

UPDATING COMPLAINT 10116674 - MECHANIC INFORMED US THE PLANETARY ASSEMBLY HAS CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED AND SAYS THIS IS RIDICULOUS FOR SUCH A LOW-MILEAGE VEHICLE. HE STATED THERE MUST BE A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. HE WILL SAVE ALL RUINED PARTS - TOTAL WILL BE ABOUT $2,300. WILL FORD HAVE THE INTEGRI...

May 11, 2005 Power Train 51,000 mi

UPDATING COMPLAINT 10116674 - MECHANIC INFORMED US THE PLANETARY ASSEMBLY HAS CATASTROPHICALLY FAILED AND SAYS THIS IS RIDICULOUS FOR SUCH A LOW-MILEAGE VEHICLE. HE STATED THERE MUST BE A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. HE WILL SAVE ALL RUINED PARTS - TOTAL WILL BE ABOUT $2,300. WILL FORD HAVE THE INTEGRI...

May 6, 2005 Power Train 199,739 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MAKE NOISE WHILE DRIVING. THE GEARS WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE, AND WAS REPLACED. *AK *SC

May 6, 2005 Power Train 199,739 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MAKE NOISE WHILE DRIVING. THE GEARS WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE, AND WAS REPLACED. *AK *SC

Apr 28, 2005 Steering

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Suspension

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Unknown Or Other

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Steering

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Suspension

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Unknown Or Other

1999 FORD EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM, AND LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM. *MR ALL OF THE HOLD DOWN BUTTONS WERE STRIPPED OUT AND STRIPPED IN THE GEAR HOUSING CAUSING GEAR FAILURE. *SC *JB

Apr 25, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

1999 FORD WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM CAUGHT ON FIRE.*MR

Apr 25, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

1999 FORD WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM CAUGHT ON FIRE.*MR

Apr 14, 2005 Electrical System 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Power Train 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Electrical System 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 14, 2005 Power Train 94,665 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, MOVING AT A SPEED OF 65 MPH, THE FUSE (10)CONTROLLING THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE, ABS MODULE, BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK SOLENOID, POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE, ETC. ETC. BLEW. INSTANTLY, I HAD NO SPEEDOMETER, ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY REAR A/C BEGAN BLOWING ON ITS OWN. I ...

Apr 11, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,100 mi

HEAD GASKETS ON MY FORD WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER ARE LEAKING COOLANT AT 83.9K MILES. HAD A 1994 FORD TAURUS WITH SAME PROBLEM. HAD TO JUNK CAR AT 70000. THAT WAS 20000 AFTER I HAD IT FIXED FOR THE SAME PROBLEM THE FIRST TIME AT 38000. FORD HAS HAD MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS 3.8 V-6 BUT DON'T WANT TO ADMIT...

Apr 11, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,100 mi

HEAD GASKETS ON MY FORD WINDSTAR 3.8 LITER ARE LEAKING COOLANT AT 83.9K MILES. HAD A 1994 FORD TAURUS WITH SAME PROBLEM. HAD TO JUNK CAR AT 70000. THAT WAS 20000 AFTER I HAD IT FIXED FOR THE SAME PROBLEM THE FIRST TIME AT 38000. FORD HAS HAD MANY PROBLEMS WITH THIS 3.8 V-6 BUT DON'T WANT TO ADMIT...

Apr 9, 2005 Power Train 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 9, 2005 Interior Lighting 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 9, 2005 Tires 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 9, 2005 Power Train 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 9, 2005 Interior Lighting 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 9, 2005 Tires 25,000 mi

OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. YESTERDAY (4/8/05) WHILE DRIVING KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL THE VAN MADE A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO INTO FORWARD OR REVERSE. WAS ABLE TO ROLL TO SHOULDER. WE REPLACED BATTERY A MONTH AGO, AND WHILE DRIVING OVER THE BAY BR...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Suspension 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Power Train 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Suspension 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Steering 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Apr 5, 2005 Power Train 72,700 mi

CAR ONLY HAS 72000 MILES. HAD CAR AT DEALERSHIP FROM MARCH 17- MARCH 24 FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS. THEY REPLACED A TIE ROD, 2 CONTROL ARMS FOR $1100 AND WHEN THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND THE STEERING RACK. CAR WAS STILL NOT RIGHT - HAD APPT TO BRING BACK IN ON FRID...

Mar 29, 2005 Power Train 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH TRANSMISSION FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE FORWARD GEARS BECAME INOPERABLE. *AK

Mar 29, 2005 Power Train 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH TRANSMISSION FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE FORWARD GEARS BECAME INOPERABLE. *AK

Mar 28, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 108,820 mi

WHEN TRYING TO STOP THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 80 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKES VERY HARD TO STOP, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THROTTLE CABLE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE DEFECTIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MAN...

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

CONSISTENTLY COMPLAINED ABOUT THE ENGINE LIGHT ON SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR. AT 32,000 MILES, THEY REPLACED THE INTAKE GASKETS. ENGINE LIGHT STILL CAME ON, WAS TOLD IT WAS SOMETHING MINOR. I COMPLAINED NUMEROUS TIMES ABOUT THE ENGINE LIGHT. THEY WOULD REPROGRAM THE WARNING AND WITHIN ONE DAY, IT WOULD ...

Mar 28, 2005 Electrical System

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE IGNITION AS WELL AS THE HEATER PIPE AND UPPER INTAKE SEALS.*MR THE CONSUMER HAD TO GIGGLE THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR SHIFT LEVER TO GET THE KEY TO TURN IN THE IGNITION. *NM

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE IGNITION AS WELL AS THE HEATER PIPE AND UPPER INTAKE SEALS.*MR THE CONSUMER HAD TO GIGGLE THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR SHIFT LEVER TO GET THE KEY TO TURN IN THE IGNITION. *NM

Mar 28, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 108,820 mi

WHEN TRYING TO STOP THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 80 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKES VERY HARD TO STOP, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THROTTLE CABLE WAS DISCOVERED TO BE DEFECTIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED MAN...

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

CONSISTENTLY COMPLAINED ABOUT THE ENGINE LIGHT ON SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR. AT 32,000 MILES, THEY REPLACED THE INTAKE GASKETS. ENGINE LIGHT STILL CAME ON, WAS TOLD IT WAS SOMETHING MINOR. I COMPLAINED NUMEROUS TIMES ABOUT THE ENGINE LIGHT. THEY WOULD REPROGRAM THE WARNING AND WITHIN ONE DAY, IT WOULD ...

Mar 28, 2005 Electrical System

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE IGNITION AS WELL AS THE HEATER PIPE AND UPPER INTAKE SEALS.*MR THE CONSUMER HAD TO GIGGLE THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR SHIFT LEVER TO GET THE KEY TO TURN IN THE IGNITION. *NM

Mar 28, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS PROBLEMS WITH THE IGNITION AS WELL AS THE HEATER PIPE AND UPPER INTAKE SEALS.*MR THE CONSUMER HAD TO GIGGLE THE STEERING WHEEL AND/OR SHIFT LEVER TO GET THE KEY TO TURN IN THE IGNITION. *NM

Mar 24, 2005 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR A FEW DAYS WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT CAUGHT ON FIRE ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK

Mar 24, 2005 Electrical System Fire

COMPLAINT RECEIVED VIA E-MAIL. MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BURST INTO FLAMES AROUND FOUR IN THE MORNING ON MAY 24, 2004. VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED SINCE THE AFTERNOON ON MAY 21 AS WE HAD GONE ON A CAMPING TRIP FOR THE WEEKEND.THE FIRE WAS THE HOTTEST BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. FIRE DEPARTMEN...

Mar 24, 2005 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR A FEW DAYS WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT CAUGHT ON FIRE ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CAUSE WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK

Mar 24, 2005 Electrical System Fire

COMPLAINT RECEIVED VIA E-MAIL. MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BURST INTO FLAMES AROUND FOUR IN THE MORNING ON MAY 24, 2004. VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED SINCE THE AFTERNOON ON MAY 21 AS WE HAD GONE ON A CAMPING TRIP FOR THE WEEKEND.THE FIRE WAS THE HOTTEST BY THE DRIVER'S SIDE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. FIRE DEPARTMEN...

Mar 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

VEHICLE FAILED EMISSIONS DURING A ROUTINE SAFETY INSPECTION. CONSUMER STATED HE DID NOT SMELL ANY FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE, HOWEVER, THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Mar 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

VEHICLE FAILED EMISSIONS DURING A ROUTINE SAFETY INSPECTION. CONSUMER STATED HE DID NOT SMELL ANY FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE, HOWEVER, THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE.*AK

Mar 18, 2005 Air Bags 100,000 mi

THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND REMAINED ON. CONSUMER WILL MAKE CONTACT WITH THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE.*AK

Mar 18, 2005 Air Bags 100,000 mi

THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND REMAINED ON. CONSUMER WILL MAKE CONTACT WITH THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE.*AK

Mar 9, 2005 Power Train 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY WIFE'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE BROKE WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DECELERATE IN MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY BEING EVALUATED FOR REPAIR COST.*AK

Mar 9, 2005 Power Train 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, THE TRANSMISSION IN MY WIFE'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SE BROKE WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DECELERATE IN MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY BEING EVALUATED FOR REPAIR COST.*AK

Mar 2, 2005 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. BLACK SMOKE POURED OUT OF THE EXHAUST PIPE . CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME BY POURING A QUART OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID INTO TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES. CONSUMER HAD A...

Mar 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THE CONSUMER'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *BF *NM

Mar 2, 2005 Power Train

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THE CONSUMER'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *BF *NM

Mar 2, 2005 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. BLACK SMOKE POURED OUT OF THE EXHAUST PIPE . CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER AND DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME BY POURING A QUART OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID INTO TRANSMISSION COOLING UNIT AND LINES. CONSUMER HAD A...

Mar 2, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THE CONSUMER'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *BF *NM

Mar 2, 2005 Power Train

THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AND TRANSMISSION HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THE CONSUMER'S 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. *BF *NM

Feb 27, 2005 Power Train 43,414 mi

I WAS STOPPED AT A 4-WAY STOP, STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND HEARD A LOUD BANG FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I THEN HAD NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERSE STILL WORKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER, WHO INFORMED ME THAT I NEEDED A NEW (REMANUFACTURED) TRANSMISSION AT $2500. THE VEHICLE HAS ...

Feb 27, 2005 Power Train 43,414 mi

I WAS STOPPED AT A 4-WAY STOP, STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND HEARD A LOUD BANG FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I THEN HAD NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERSE STILL WORKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER, WHO INFORMED ME THAT I NEEDED A NEW (REMANUFACTURED) TRANSMISSION AT $2500. THE VEHICLE HAS ...

Feb 26, 2005 Steering 2,000 mi

WHEN MY WINDSTAR PASSES THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER, POWER STEERING IS LOST FOR 5 TO 10 SECONDS. IF THE VEHICLE IS NEGOTIATING A CURVE AND ENTERS WATER DURING THE TURN THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE CONTROL WHICH WOULD PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM STAYING WITHIN HIS/HER LANE AND CAUSING A HEAD ON COLLISION OR EXIT...

Feb 26, 2005 Steering 2,000 mi

WHEN MY WINDSTAR PASSES THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER, POWER STEERING IS LOST FOR 5 TO 10 SECONDS. IF THE VEHICLE IS NEGOTIATING A CURVE AND ENTERS WATER DURING THE TURN THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE CONTROL WHICH WOULD PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM STAYING WITHIN HIS/HER LANE AND CAUSING A HEAD ON COLLISION OR EXIT...

Feb 23, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 93,008 mi

3.8L V6. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, LEAN CODE. HAD INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS REPLACED AT MY COST IN OCT 03 AT 70K MILES. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AGAIN IN FEB 05 AT 90K MILES. INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AGAIN. AT MY COST AGAIN. FORD CUSTOMER RELATIONS DOES NOT FEEL IT'S A PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 23, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 93,008 mi

3.8L V6. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, LEAN CODE. HAD INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS REPLACED AT MY COST IN OCT 03 AT 70K MILES. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AGAIN IN FEB 05 AT 90K MILES. INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AGAIN. AT MY COST AGAIN. FORD CUSTOMER RELATIONS DOES NOT FEEL IT'S A PROBLEM.*AK

Feb 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IT LAUNCHED FORWARD. THE CONSUMER HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP THE LAUNCHING. THE DEALER STATED THERE WAS A GASKET KIT THAT WILL PREVENT THE INTAKE GASKET, GAS LEAK. *AK *SC

Feb 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 68,000 mi

WHEN TRYING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IT LAUNCHED FORWARD. THE CONSUMER HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF IN ORDER TO STOP THE LAUNCHING. THE DEALER STATED THERE WAS A GASKET KIT THAT WILL PREVENT THE INTAKE GASKET, GAS LEAK. *AK *SC

Feb 15, 2005 Power Train 62,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTING PROBLEM, NO LEAK. HAD SPEED SENSOR REPLACED AND WHILE THERE HAD FLUID FLUSHED AND CHANGED. THE DAY AFTER RETURNING HOME WITH VEHICLE NOTICED SMALL AMOUNT OF FLUID ON CARPORT. RETURNED TO DEALER WITHIN 2-3 DAYS. WAS TOLD THAT MAYBE SOME FLUID HAD SPILLED WHILE CHANGING. SEV...

Feb 15, 2005 Power Train 62,000 mi

TRANSMISSION SHIFTING PROBLEM, NO LEAK. HAD SPEED SENSOR REPLACED AND WHILE THERE HAD FLUID FLUSHED AND CHANGED. THE DAY AFTER RETURNING HOME WITH VEHICLE NOTICED SMALL AMOUNT OF FLUID ON CARPORT. RETURNED TO DEALER WITHIN 2-3 DAYS. WAS TOLD THAT MAYBE SOME FLUID HAD SPILLED WHILE CHANGING. SEV...

Feb 11, 2005 Equipment

RECALL # 01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: CONSUMER UNABLE TO GET THE DEALER TO HONOR THIS RECALL SINCE JANUARY 1, 2005. *JB

Feb 11, 2005 Equipment

RECALL # 01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: CONSUMER UNABLE TO GET THE DEALER TO HONOR THIS RECALL SINCE JANUARY 1, 2005. *JB

Feb 7, 2005 Power Train 56,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 56,000 MILES AND THE SECOND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED WITH 39,000 MILE ON IT. FORD AND THE DEALERSHIP ARE REFUSING TO DO ANYTHING. THERE IS NO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ON THEIR PART THAT THERE IS AN INHERENT PROBLEM WITH 1999 WINDSTAR TRANSMISSIONS. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH< I...

Feb 7, 2005 Power Train 56,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 56,000 MILES AND THE SECOND TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED WITH 39,000 MILE ON IT. FORD AND THE DEALERSHIP ARE REFUSING TO DO ANYTHING. THERE IS NO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ON THEIR PART THAT THERE IS AN INHERENT PROBLEM WITH 1999 WINDSTAR TRANSMISSIONS. AFTER MUCH INTERNET RESEARCH< I...

Feb 3, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR CAME ON. SHORTLY AFTER THAT, MY COOLANT WAS DISAPPEARING, IT WAS BEING SUCKED INTO MY ENGINE DUE TO A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. EVENTUALLY THE ENGINE LOCKED UP DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION (COOLANT MIXING WITH OIL). I REPLACED THE ENGINE. THE VAN HAD A ...

Feb 3, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR CAME ON. SHORTLY AFTER THAT, MY COOLANT WAS DISAPPEARING, IT WAS BEING SUCKED INTO MY ENGINE DUE TO A BLOWN HEAD GASKET. EVENTUALLY THE ENGINE LOCKED UP DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION (COOLANT MIXING WITH OIL). I REPLACED THE ENGINE. THE VAN HAD A ...

Feb 1, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

WE OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WE BOUGHT IT IN NOVEMBER OF 2001. WE HAVE HAD MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER DOORS. WE HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO THE FORD DEALER REPAIR SHOP TO GET FIXED WHILE UNDER WARRANTY, BUT HAVE NEVER HAD THEM WORKING RIGHT. THE DOORS VERY RARELY SHUT TIGHTLY AND WHEN THEY DO THEY POP OPE...

Feb 1, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

WE OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. WE BOUGHT IT IN NOVEMBER OF 2001. WE HAVE HAD MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER DOORS. WE HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO THE FORD DEALER REPAIR SHOP TO GET FIXED WHILE UNDER WARRANTY, BUT HAVE NEVER HAD THEM WORKING RIGHT. THE DOORS VERY RARELY SHUT TIGHTLY AND WHEN THEY DO THEY POP OPE...

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS TURN ON AND/OR FLICKER WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION. ALL DOORS CLOSED TIGHT. THE LIGHTS MADE IT HARD TO SEE OUT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. FORD SAID THEY WOULD NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Power Train

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS TURN ON AND/OR FLICKER WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION. ALL DOORS CLOSED TIGHT. THE LIGHTS MADE IT HARD TO SEE OUT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. FORD SAID THEY WOULD NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Power Train

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE FUEL FILTER. *NM THE ALTERNATOR, RIGHT INNER CV BOOT, ABS MODULE, AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WERE REPLACE. *JB

Jan 7, 2005 Equipment Fire 26,820 mi

THE VEHICLE'S A/C BLOWER MOTOR FAILED WHICH RESULTED IN AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. *NM THE CONSUMER FOUND OUT A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE'S BLOWER MOTOR AND FEELS THAT IF HE WAS NOTIFIED THE REPAIRS COULD HAVE BEEN MADE AND THE FIRE PREVENTED. *NM

Jan 7, 2005 Equipment Fire 26,820 mi

THE VEHICLE'S A/C BLOWER MOTOR FAILED WHICH RESULTED IN AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. *NM THE CONSUMER FOUND OUT A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE'S BLOWER MOTOR AND FEELS THAT IF HE WAS NOTIFIED THE REPAIRS COULD HAVE BEEN MADE AND THE FIRE PREVENTED. *NM

Jan 4, 2005 Power Train 56,500 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND WITHOUT ANY PRIOR EVENTS, THE TRANSMISSION STARTED TO "SLIP" WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A START. SHE PROMPTLY DRIVE HOME 1.5MILES AND BY THE TIME SHE GOT HOME THE VAN COULD NOT BE DRIVEN BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED SO BAD WHEN YOU STEPPED ON THE ACCEL...

Jan 4, 2005 Power Train 56,500 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR AND WITHOUT ANY PRIOR EVENTS, THE TRANSMISSION STARTED TO "SLIP" WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A START. SHE PROMPTLY DRIVE HOME 1.5MILES AND BY THE TIME SHE GOT HOME THE VAN COULD NOT BE DRIVEN BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERED SO BAD WHEN YOU STEPPED ON THE ACCEL...

Dec 29, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO DO SO. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS....

Dec 29, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO DO SO. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS....

Dec 20, 2004 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

THE PLASTIC LENS ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HEADLIGHTS HAVE CLOUDED (NOT DIRTY) WITH AGE. THE LIGHT EMITTED BY THEM AT NIGHT HAS DECREASED BECAUSE OF THAT. THAT HAS CREATED A SAFETY PROBLEM WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. I CANNOT SEE AS CLEARLY OR AS FAR DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THIS WORRIES ME. FORD HAS DECLIN...

Dec 20, 2004 Exterior Lighting 80,000 mi

THE PLASTIC LENS ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HEADLIGHTS HAVE CLOUDED (NOT DIRTY) WITH AGE. THE LIGHT EMITTED BY THEM AT NIGHT HAS DECREASED BECAUSE OF THAT. THAT HAS CREATED A SAFETY PROBLEM WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. I CANNOT SEE AS CLEARLY OR AS FAR DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THIS WORRIES ME. FORD HAS DECLIN...

Dec 13, 2004 Power Train 76,000 mi

WE WERE STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT AT THE CORNER OF 7TH AVE. AND PIKE STREET IN DOWNTOWN SEATTLE. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, MY HUSBAND PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. WHEN HE DID THAT, WE HEARD A "THUNK" NOISE, AND THEN THE GEARS STARTED GRINDING AND THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT GO INT...

Dec 13, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 180,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES DUE TO CORROSION OF THE FUEL RAIL FUEL LEAKS ONTO THE MANIFOLD. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE WILL CATCH ON FIRE. *AK......THIS VEHICLE IS DRIVEN BY EUGENE PALMER FOR EMPLOYER ASCENT MEDIA OF PALM BEACH, FL. AT LEAST TWO 1999 HAVE HAD THIS FUEL PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 13, 2004 Power Train 76,000 mi

WE WERE STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT AT THE CORNER OF 7TH AVE. AND PIKE STREET IN DOWNTOWN SEATTLE. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, MY HUSBAND PRESSED ON THE GAS PEDAL. WHEN HE DID THAT, WE HEARD A "THUNK" NOISE, AND THEN THE GEARS STARTED GRINDING AND THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING BECAUSE IT WOULD NOT GO INT...

Dec 13, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 180,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES DUE TO CORROSION OF THE FUEL RAIL FUEL LEAKS ONTO THE MANIFOLD. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE WILL CATCH ON FIRE. *AK......THIS VEHICLE IS DRIVEN BY EUGENE PALMER FOR EMPLOYER ASCENT MEDIA OF PALM BEACH, FL. AT LEAST TWO 1999 HAVE HAD THIS FUEL PROBLEM. *AK

Dec 11, 2004 Power Train

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 11, 2004 Electrical System

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 11, 2004 Power Train

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 11, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 11, 2004 Electrical System

JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT CAN GO WRONG WITH A CAR, I'VE EXPERIENCED IT AS THE OWNER OF THIS 1999 FORD WINDSTAR LX. I'VE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, BRAKE WORK, REPLACED TIRES (TWICE IN 2 YEARS), REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE STARTER. I CAME TO THIS SITE BECAUSE THE CAR WOULDN'T START, WOULDN'T TAKE...

Dec 3, 2004 Structure 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Dec 3, 2004 Wheels 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Dec 3, 2004 Power Train 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Dec 3, 2004 Structure 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Dec 3, 2004 Wheels 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Dec 3, 2004 Power Train 100,495 mi

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF, PULLING THE AXLE OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK......ACCORDING TO A FEW D...

Nov 23, 2004 Power Train 56,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTS US 2500.00. CAR HAS ONLY 56,000 MILES ON IT.*AK

Nov 23, 2004 Power Train 56,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTS US 2500.00. CAR HAS ONLY 56,000 MILES ON IT.*AK

Nov 23, 2004 Power Train 56,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTS US 2500.00. CAR HAS ONLY 56,000 MILES ON IT.*AK

Nov 23, 2004 Power Train 56,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTS US 2500.00. CAR HAS ONLY 56,000 MILES ON IT.*AK

Nov 21, 2004 Power Train 76,191 mi

ON OCT 30, 2004 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON TOKE TO DEALER LEAKING HEAD GASKET COSTING $459.00 NOW THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED WHICH IS GOING TO COST 2398.00 TO FIX TWO MAJOR REPAIRS IN 2 WEEKS THIS IS CRAP FORD SO FIX THE PROBLEM WITH A RECALL. *AK

Nov 21, 2004 Power Train 76,191 mi

ON OCT 30, 2004 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON TOKE TO DEALER LEAKING HEAD GASKET COSTING $459.00 NOW THE TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED WHICH IS GOING TO COST 2398.00 TO FIX TWO MAJOR REPAIRS IN 2 WEEKS THIS IS CRAP FORD SO FIX THE PROBLEM WITH A RECALL. *AK

Nov 19, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,208 mi

THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FORD EGINES. WHEN IT IS COLD USUALLY A TEMPERATURE BELOW 20 DEGREES THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS DON'T SEAL CORRECTLY, CAUSING A ENGINE ERROR IN THE COMPUTER. MY DEALER SAYS OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS THEY WILL FIX ABOUT 50 A SEASON AND ALREADY THIS SHORT SEASON THEY HAVE FIXED A...

Nov 19, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,208 mi

THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH FORD EGINES. WHEN IT IS COLD USUALLY A TEMPERATURE BELOW 20 DEGREES THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS DON'T SEAL CORRECTLY, CAUSING A ENGINE ERROR IN THE COMPUTER. MY DEALER SAYS OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS THEY WILL FIX ABOUT 50 A SEASON AND ALREADY THIS SHORT SEASON THEY HAVE FIXED A...

Nov 14, 2004 Steering 156,912 mi

HAVE NOW REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING PUMP TWICE IN OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR. FIRST TIME WAS AT 68,660 MILES, AND JUST REPLACED AGAIN AT 156,912 MILES. HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON YOUR WEBSITE RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM AND WANTED NHTSA TO BE AWARE THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS DEFEC...

Nov 14, 2004 Steering 156,912 mi

HAVE NOW REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING PUMP TWICE IN OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR. FIRST TIME WAS AT 68,660 MILES, AND JUST REPLACED AGAIN AT 156,912 MILES. HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON YOUR WEBSITE RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM AND WANTED NHTSA TO BE AWARE THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS DEFEC...

Nov 14, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

BOTH SLIDING DOORS ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, DO NOT OPEN WITH THE ELECTRIC DOOR OPENER AND THE LEFT SIDE DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR IS DETERIORATING THE SAME AS THE LEFT SIDE. THIS COULD BE A DANGEROUS SITUATION IF SOMEONE WERE IN THE CAR AND NEEDED TO GET OUT QUIC...

Nov 14, 2004 Steering 156,912 mi

HAVE NOW REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING PUMP TWICE IN OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR. FIRST TIME WAS AT 68,660 MILES, AND JUST REPLACED AGAIN AT 156,912 MILES. HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON YOUR WEBSITE RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM AND WANTED NHTSA TO BE AWARE THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS DEFEC...

Nov 14, 2004 Steering 156,912 mi

HAVE NOW REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING PUMP TWICE IN OUR 99 FORD WINDSTAR. FIRST TIME WAS AT 68,660 MILES, AND JUST REPLACED AGAIN AT 156,912 MILES. HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON YOUR WEBSITE RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM AND WANTED NHTSA TO BE AWARE THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS DEFEC...

Nov 14, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

BOTH SLIDING DOORS ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, DO NOT OPEN WITH THE ELECTRIC DOOR OPENER AND THE LEFT SIDE DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR IS DETERIORATING THE SAME AS THE LEFT SIDE. THIS COULD BE A DANGEROUS SITUATION IF SOMEONE WERE IN THE CAR AND NEEDED TO GET OUT QUIC...

Nov 11, 2004 Visibility 104,200 mi

NO HEAT OR DEFROSTER FOR FRONT HALF OF VEHICLE, REAR HEATER WORKS FINE. THERE IS A BLENDING DOOR IN THE HEATER BOX ON THE FIREWALL THAT APPARENTLY HAS A SMALL MOTOR THAT OPERATES THE BLEND DOOR. THE MOTOR IS FINE. MECHANICS TELL ME THAT A SCREW THAT HOLDS THE BOX IN PLACE LOOSENS ALLOWING THE BOX TO...

Nov 11, 2004 Visibility 106,000 mi

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. I WENT ON WEB AND FOUND HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS WITH SAME PROBLEM. EITHER HEATER DOOR BEHIND RADIO DOES NOT CLOSE OR GEAR THAT OPERATES DOOR BREAKS. REAR HEATER WORKS, BUT IN COLD WEATHER OR SNOWY WEATHER, ONE CANNOT SEE OUT OF WINDSHIELD WHICH CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *JB

Nov 11, 2004 Visibility 104,200 mi

NO HEAT OR DEFROSTER FOR FRONT HALF OF VEHICLE, REAR HEATER WORKS FINE. THERE IS A BLENDING DOOR IN THE HEATER BOX ON THE FIREWALL THAT APPARENTLY HAS A SMALL MOTOR THAT OPERATES THE BLEND DOOR. THE MOTOR IS FINE. MECHANICS TELL ME THAT A SCREW THAT HOLDS THE BOX IN PLACE LOOSENS ALLOWING THE BOX TO...

Nov 11, 2004 Visibility 106,000 mi

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. I WENT ON WEB AND FOUND HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS WITH SAME PROBLEM. EITHER HEATER DOOR BEHIND RADIO DOES NOT CLOSE OR GEAR THAT OPERATES DOOR BREAKS. REAR HEATER WORKS, BUT IN COLD WEATHER OR SNOWY WEATHER, ONE CANNOT SEE OUT OF WINDSHIELD WHICH CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. *JB

Nov 9, 2004 Power Train 79,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 79,000 MILES, TRANSMISSION FAILED CATASTROHICALLY. I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, AND PROCEEDED FORWARD WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY, I FELT A VIOLENT FORWARD JOLT, THEN THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FORWARD, THOUGH IT WOULD REVERSE. I HAD VEHICLE TOWED, AND WAS INFORM...

Nov 9, 2004 Power Train 79,000 mi

AT APPROXIMATELY 79,000 MILES, TRANSMISSION FAILED CATASTROHICALLY. I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, AND PROCEEDED FORWARD WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY, I FELT A VIOLENT FORWARD JOLT, THEN THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FORWARD, THOUGH IT WOULD REVERSE. I HAD VEHICLE TOWED, AND WAS INFORM...

Nov 8, 2004 Power Train 33,000 mi

AT 33,000 MILES, SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. REBUILT AT A LOCAL SHOP FOR $2600 ... FORD CONTACTED, BUT REFUSED TO STAND BEHIND ITS PRODUCT.*AK

Nov 8, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

AT 33,000 MILES, SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. REBUILT AT A LOCAL SHOP FOR $2600 ... FORD CONTACTED, BUT REFUSED TO STAND BEHIND ITS PRODUCT.*AK

Nov 8, 2004 Power Train 33,000 mi

AT 33,000 MILES, SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. REBUILT AT A LOCAL SHOP FOR $2600 ... FORD CONTACTED, BUT REFUSED TO STAND BEHIND ITS PRODUCT.*AK

Nov 8, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

AT 33,000 MILES, SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. REBUILT AT A LOCAL SHOP FOR $2600 ... FORD CONTACTED, BUT REFUSED TO STAND BEHIND ITS PRODUCT.*AK

Oct 27, 2004 Power Train 61,280 mi

OVERDRIVE LIGHT WILL FLASH REPEATEDLY AFTER APPROXIMATELY DRIVING 20-25 MILES ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, RPMS INCREASE AND VAN ATTEMPTS TO LUNGE FORWARD. ALSO, WHILE PUTTING VAN INTO GEAR LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WAS FLUSHED COMPLETELY, BUT PROBLEM PERSISTS. FIRST OCCURANCE AT 61...

Oct 27, 2004 Power Train 61,280 mi

OVERDRIVE LIGHT WILL FLASH REPEATEDLY AFTER APPROXIMATELY DRIVING 20-25 MILES ON THE HIGHWAY. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, RPMS INCREASE AND VAN ATTEMPTS TO LUNGE FORWARD. ALSO, WHILE PUTTING VAN INTO GEAR LOUD CLUNKING NOISE. TRANSMISSION WAS FLUSHED COMPLETELY, BUT PROBLEM PERSISTS. FIRST OCCURANCE AT 61...

Oct 26, 2004 Power Train 99,000 mi

THE POORLY MANUFACTURED ALUMINUM PISTONS IN THE TRANSMISSION FRACTURED AND DESTROYED OTHER COMPONENTS IN THE TRANSMISSION AT 99,000 MILES.*AK

Oct 26, 2004 Power Train 99,000 mi

THE POORLY MANUFACTURED ALUMINUM PISTONS IN THE TRANSMISSION FRACTURED AND DESTROYED OTHER COMPONENTS IN THE TRANSMISSION AT 99,000 MILES.*AK

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 18, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 18, 2004 Steering Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 18, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 18, 2004 Steering Crash

WHEN PARKED ON A HILL, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACK. *BF WHEN THE VEHICLE ROLLED, IT WENT A BIG FIELD AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND MUFFLER. THE SECOND INCIDENT, THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY ON A LITTLE HILL WHEN IT ROLLED AND HIT A TREE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FENDER...

Oct 14, 2004 Visibility 110,900 mi

01 V 261 000/WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER: THE WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. *JB

Oct 14, 2004 Visibility 110,900 mi

01 V 261 000/WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR COVER: THE WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. *JB

Oct 11, 2004 Power Train 53,776 mi

AWFUL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WITH TENDENCY TO STALL. TOWED TO LEE MYLES TRANSMISSIONS, WITH DIAGNOSIS OF A SEPARATED 1/2 DRUM ASM EPC SOLENOID. REPAIR COST $2148.03 MINUS $180.28 PLUS TAX FOR A TRANSMISSION COOLER WITH LABOR. *NM

Oct 11, 2004 Power Train 53,776 mi

AWFUL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WITH TENDENCY TO STALL. TOWED TO LEE MYLES TRANSMISSIONS, WITH DIAGNOSIS OF A SEPARATED 1/2 DRUM ASM EPC SOLENOID. REPAIR COST $2148.03 MINUS $180.28 PLUS TAX FOR A TRANSMISSION COOLER WITH LABOR. *NM

Oct 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Steering

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Steering

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Oct 5, 2004 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON SEVERAL OCCASION. *BF (TRANSMISSION SLIPPAGE) THESE PROBLEMS HAVE EXISTED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS FIRST PURCHASED; ENGINE TROUBLE, VAPORIZATION LEAKS, AND A BROKEN GEAR. THERE WERE ALSO WORN FRONT BRAKES, STEERING WAS INOPERATIVE, AND THERE WAS A ...

Sep 28, 2004 Visibility 59,151 mi

WHILE TURNING ON THE DEFOGGER OR HEAT IT FAILED TO COME ON. THIS CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM COULD BE FIXED, BUT THE CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR. *AK IT WAS LATER DE...

Sep 28, 2004 Visibility 59,151 mi

WHILE TURNING ON THE DEFOGGER OR HEAT IT FAILED TO COME ON. THIS CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER THAT THE PROBLEM COULD BE FIXED, BUT THE CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE PARTS AND LABOR. *AK IT WAS LATER DE...

Sep 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUDDENLY SPURTS ANTIFREEZE FROM INTAKE VALVE GASKET. FORD DEALER NOTIFIED AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY KNEW IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE 3.8L V6 AND THEY WOULD NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT GUARANTEE THE WORK SINCE IT WAS A DESIGN PROBLEM. ALSO, TOLD THAT "EXTENDED WARRANTY...

Sep 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUDDENLY SPURTS ANTIFREEZE FROM INTAKE VALVE GASKET. FORD DEALER NOTIFIED AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY KNEW IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE 3.8L V6 AND THEY WOULD NOT FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT GUARANTEE THE WORK SINCE IT WAS A DESIGN PROBLEM. ALSO, TOLD THAT "EXTENDED WARRANTY...

Sep 14, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED ON A DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE GASKET INTAKE SEAL AND MANI...

Sep 14, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED ON A DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE GASKET INTAKE SEAL AND MANI...

Sep 13, 2004 Steering 134,801 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN I HAVE NO WARNING AND NO STEERING. POWER STEERING FLUID WAS EVERYWHERE. IT TOOK MY WIFE AND I TOO TURN THS VAN INTO A PARKING LOT. UNFORTUNATELY I HAD MY 3 CHILDREN IN THIS VAN WITH ME. I HAVE NOT HAD THE MONEY TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION OR THE ...

Sep 13, 2004 Steering 134,801 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN I HAVE NO WARNING AND NO STEERING. POWER STEERING FLUID WAS EVERYWHERE. IT TOOK MY WIFE AND I TOO TURN THS VAN INTO A PARKING LOT. UNFORTUNATELY I HAD MY 3 CHILDREN IN THIS VAN WITH ME. I HAVE NOT HAD THE MONEY TO REPLACE THE RACK AND PINION OR THE ...

Sep 10, 2004 Power Train 57,000 mi

DRIVING LOCALLY AT LOW SPEED, UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO PRIOR SYMPTOMS, JUST A LOUD BANG AND THEN IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD AND HAD TO BE TOWED. DEALER WHERE THE VAN WAS PURCHASED AND SERVICED AT OFFERED NO RECOURSE AS I AM OUT-...

Sep 10, 2004 Power Train 53,091 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN OHIO WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS. UPON EXITING THE FREEWAY WE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND BARELY ACCELERATED AND THE VAN HESITATED AND WE BARELY MADE A SLIGHT TURN INTO A GAS STATION WHEN THE VAN WOULD NOT SWITCH INTO GEAR. WE MANAGED TO NURSE IT INTO A PARKING SPOT AND PUT...

Sep 10, 2004 Power Train 57,000 mi

DRIVING LOCALLY AT LOW SPEED, UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO PRIOR SYMPTOMS, JUST A LOUD BANG AND THEN IT WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD AND HAD TO BE TOWED. DEALER WHERE THE VAN WAS PURCHASED AND SERVICED AT OFFERED NO RECOURSE AS I AM OUT-...

Sep 10, 2004 Power Train 53,091 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN OHIO WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS. UPON EXITING THE FREEWAY WE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND BARELY ACCELERATED AND THE VAN HESITATED AND WE BARELY MADE A SLIGHT TURN INTO A GAS STATION WHEN THE VAN WOULD NOT SWITCH INTO GEAR. WE MANAGED TO NURSE IT INTO A PARKING SPOT AND PUT...

Sep 9, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE ROTATED. MECHANIC ROTATED THE ROTORS, AND THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK

Sep 9, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE ROTATED. MECHANIC ROTATED THE ROTORS, AND THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED. LEAKED FLUID UNTIL THERE NONE WAS LEFT. THIS CAUSED POWER STEERING TO FAIL. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WA COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING FAILED. LEAKED FLUID UNTIL THERE NONE WAS LEFT. THIS CAUSED POWER STEERING TO FAIL. *AK

Sep 8, 2004 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WA COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Sep 7, 2004 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH STANDING WATER, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY BEING SEEN AT THE DEALERS. NO DIAGNOSE HAS BEEN GIVEN AT THIS TIME. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Sep 7, 2004 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THROUGH STANDING WATER, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY BEING SEEN AT THE DEALERS. NO DIAGNOSE HAS BEEN GIVEN AT THIS TIME. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Sep 6, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 75,000 MILES. RELACED TRANSMISSION TOTALING $2,544.00. *AK

Sep 6, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 75,000 MILES. RELACED TRANSMISSION TOTALING $2,544.00. *AK

Sep 4, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DOES NOT UNLOCK WHEN THE REST OF THE DOORS DO UNLOCK. DURING AN EMERGENCY THIS COULD CAUSE A PROBLEM WHEN TRYING TO EXIT THE MINI VAN.*AK

Sep 4, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR DOES NOT UNLOCK WHEN THE REST OF THE DOORS DO UNLOCK. DURING AN EMERGENCY THIS COULD CAUSE A PROBLEM WHEN TRYING TO EXIT THE MINI VAN.*AK

Aug 20, 2004 Steering 47,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE AFTER THE STEERING WENT OUT. SHE INDICATED THAT HIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. NOW IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN CAUSING HER TO HIT A WALL IN THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE STARTED PULLING TO ...

Aug 20, 2004 Air Bags 47,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE AFTER THE STEERING WENT OUT. SHE INDICATED THAT HIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. NOW IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN CAUSING HER TO HIT A WALL IN THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE STARTED PULLING TO ...

Aug 20, 2004 Steering 47,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE AFTER THE STEERING WENT OUT. SHE INDICATED THAT HIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. NOW IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN CAUSING HER TO HIT A WALL IN THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE STARTED PULLING TO ...

Aug 20, 2004 Air Bags 47,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT SHE LOST CONTROL OF HER VEHICLE AFTER THE STEERING WENT OUT. SHE INDICATED THAT HIS WAS NOT THE FIRST TIME. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. NOW IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN CAUSING HER TO HIT A WALL IN THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE STARTED PULLING TO ...

Aug 18, 2004 Suspension 88,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A RECALL. *AK

Aug 18, 2004 Suspension 88,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A RECALL. *AK

Aug 16, 2004 Power Train 74,000 mi

FIRST, THE O/D LIGHT FLASHED. A FEW DAYS LATER, WHIE DRIVING ON THE HIGWAY WITH ALL MY KIDS IN THE VAN, I SAW TONS OF SMOKE COMING FROM BEHIND THE VAN. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND SAW ALL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID POURING OUT UNDER THE FRONT END. I DROVE TO AN EXIT, CALLED FOR A RIDE HOME (IT TOOK TWO...

Aug 16, 2004 Power Train 74,000 mi

FIRST, THE O/D LIGHT FLASHED. A FEW DAYS LATER, WHIE DRIVING ON THE HIGWAY WITH ALL MY KIDS IN THE VAN, I SAW TONS OF SMOKE COMING FROM BEHIND THE VAN. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND SAW ALL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID POURING OUT UNDER THE FRONT END. I DROVE TO AN EXIT, CALLED FOR A RIDE HOME (IT TOOK TWO...

Aug 12, 2004 Steering

WHEN THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN, THE VEHICLE MADE A NOISE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Aug 12, 2004 Steering

WHEN THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN, THE VEHICLE MADE A NOISE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Aug 9, 2004 Power Train 50,000 mi

TWO PROBLEMS OCCURRED IN ONE MONTH. FIRST, THE POWER STEERING WENT CRAZY. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY. BUT I WAS NOT SURE BECAUSE I DO NOT KNOW IF FORD DEALER WAS TRYING TO RIP ME OFF. THEN I TOOK IT TO CARX IN RACINE, WI TO TAKE ...

Aug 9, 2004 Steering 50,000 mi

TWO PROBLEMS OCCURRED IN ONE MONTH. FIRST, THE POWER STEERING WENT CRAZY. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY. BUT I WAS NOT SURE BECAUSE I DO NOT KNOW IF FORD DEALER WAS TRYING TO RIP ME OFF. THEN I TOOK IT TO CARX IN RACINE, WI TO TAKE ...

Aug 9, 2004 Power Train 50,000 mi

TWO PROBLEMS OCCURRED IN ONE MONTH. FIRST, THE POWER STEERING WENT CRAZY. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY. BUT I WAS NOT SURE BECAUSE I DO NOT KNOW IF FORD DEALER WAS TRYING TO RIP ME OFF. THEN I TOOK IT TO CARX IN RACINE, WI TO TAKE ...

Aug 9, 2004 Steering 50,000 mi

TWO PROBLEMS OCCURRED IN ONE MONTH. FIRST, THE POWER STEERING WENT CRAZY. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE POWER STEERING ASSEMBLY. BUT I WAS NOT SURE BECAUSE I DO NOT KNOW IF FORD DEALER WAS TRYING TO RIP ME OFF. THEN I TOOK IT TO CARX IN RACINE, WI TO TAKE ...

Aug 5, 2004 Steering 63,000 mi

POWER STEERING LEAKING AT STEERING RACK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROX. 63,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. INTIAL INQUIRY WITH MECHANIC; REPLACEMENT OF RACK. VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL REPAIRED, LOSS OF POWER STEERING AT DRIVING SPEEDS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL. WHAT IS BEING DONE REGARDING THIS PR...

Aug 5, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE SIDE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Aug 5, 2004 Steering 63,000 mi

POWER STEERING LEAKING AT STEERING RACK ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROX. 63,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. INTIAL INQUIRY WITH MECHANIC; REPLACEMENT OF RACK. VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL REPAIRED, LOSS OF POWER STEERING AT DRIVING SPEEDS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL. WHAT IS BEING DONE REGARDING THIS PR...

Aug 5, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE SIDE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER WAS INJURED. *AK

Jul 27, 2004 Power Train 55,600 mi

CONSUMER WAS AT A RED LIGHT OF A MAJOR INTERSECTION, HEARD A VERY LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND, AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. TRANSMISSION LITERALLY EXPLODED FOR NO REASON AND NO WARNING. DANGER BECAUSE OF OUR LOCATION CAUSING TRAFFIC PROBLEMS. CAR ONLY HAS 55000 MILES ON IT. WE HAD THE TRANS REBUILT - STE...

Jul 27, 2004 Power Train 55,600 mi

CONSUMER WAS AT A RED LIGHT OF A MAJOR INTERSECTION, HEARD A VERY LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND, AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. TRANSMISSION LITERALLY EXPLODED FOR NO REASON AND NO WARNING. DANGER BECAUSE OF OUR LOCATION CAUSING TRAFFIC PROBLEMS. CAR ONLY HAS 55000 MILES ON IT. WE HAD THE TRANS REBUILT - STE...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 24, 2004 Steering 36,000 mi

STRANGE NOISE COMING FROM VAN WHEN I TURN, RACK AND PINIONS GONE BAD, FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING AND TOLD ME THAT I WOULD NEVER GET ANYTHING FROM THEM FOR REIBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS AND THAT THEY DON'T CARE WHAT THE NHTSA OR GOVERMENT SAY. I ONLY HAVE 36,000 MILES ON MY VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS A 1999 WI...

Jul 15, 2004 Power Train 39,379 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO 25 MPH THE VEHICLE STOPPED GOING FORWARD. VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO GO BACKWARDS, BUT NOT FORWARD. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC, WHO DETERMINED THAT A NEW TRANSMISSION WAS NEEDED. *AK *NM

Jul 15, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, WITHOUT WARNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILED. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER...

Jul 15, 2004 Power Train 39,379 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN TO 25 MPH THE VEHICLE STOPPED GOING FORWARD. VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO GO BACKWARDS, BUT NOT FORWARD. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC, WHO DETERMINED THAT A NEW TRANSMISSION WAS NEEDED. *AK *NM

Jul 15, 2004 Visibility 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, WITHOUT WARNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILED. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER...

Jul 8, 2004 Seat Belts

SEATBELT ON PASSENGER SIDE (FRONT SEAT) OF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR RUBBED PLASTIC SLEEVE (WHERE SEATBELT RETRACTS DOWN INTO DOORPOST COVER) CAUSING EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE PLASTICS EDGE CAUSING IT TO BE ROUGH AND JAGGED, WHICH CAUSED 1/4" OF FRAYING INTO THE EDGE OF THE SEATBELT WHICH CONTINUES TO CUT INTO...

Jul 8, 2004 Seat Belts

SEATBELT ON PASSENGER SIDE (FRONT SEAT) OF 1999 FORD WINDSTAR RUBBED PLASTIC SLEEVE (WHERE SEATBELT RETRACTS DOWN INTO DOORPOST COVER) CAUSING EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE PLASTICS EDGE CAUSING IT TO BE ROUGH AND JAGGED, WHICH CAUSED 1/4" OF FRAYING INTO THE EDGE OF THE SEATBELT WHICH CONTINUES TO CUT INTO...

Jul 6, 2004 Power Train 68,984 mi

I LOST ALL ACCELERATION WHILE IN THE OUTSIDE LANE ON THE INTERSTATE. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE EMERGENCY PARKING LANE WITHOUT INCIDENT, HOWEVER, WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE (NO GEARS AT ALL) IT COULD HAVE BEEN QUITE DANGEROUS ON A BUSIER STRETCH OF HIGHWAY. I WAS TOWED TO THE NE...

Jul 6, 2004 Power Train 68,984 mi

I LOST ALL ACCELERATION WHILE IN THE OUTSIDE LANE ON THE INTERSTATE. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE EMERGENCY PARKING LANE WITHOUT INCIDENT, HOWEVER, WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE (NO GEARS AT ALL) IT COULD HAVE BEEN QUITE DANGEROUS ON A BUSIER STRETCH OF HIGHWAY. I WAS TOWED TO THE NE...

Jul 1, 2004 Power Train 65,123 mi

THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. AN ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTIC TEST PERFORMED REVEALED THE FAILURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND THE STATOR. THE RECOMMENDED ACTION WAS TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION, AT A COST OF $3,086.72. A TRANSMISSION SHOULDN'T FAIL AT 65,000 MI...

Jul 1, 2004 Power Train 65,123 mi

THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. AN ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTIC TEST PERFORMED REVEALED THE FAILURE OF THE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND THE STATOR. THE RECOMMENDED ACTION WAS TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION, AT A COST OF $3,086.72. A TRANSMISSION SHOULDN'T FAIL AT 65,000 MI...

Jun 27, 2004 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM INVOLVING 10 AMP FUSE FOR AC, ABS, ODOMETER, SPEED SENSOR FOR TRANS, AND SEVERAL OTHER COMPONENTS. FUSE BLOWS CONSTANTLY. TOOK TO DEALER 3 TIMES. CLOCKSPRING REPLACED - 605.00, SPEED SENSOR IN TRANS - 300.00, USE OF 15 AMP FUSE ON THIRD VISIT - FUSE BLEW AFTER 7 DAYS. TO DATE,...

Jun 27, 2004 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM INVOLVING 10 AMP FUSE FOR AC, ABS, ODOMETER, SPEED SENSOR FOR TRANS, AND SEVERAL OTHER COMPONENTS. FUSE BLOWS CONSTANTLY. TOOK TO DEALER 3 TIMES. CLOCKSPRING REPLACED - 605.00, SPEED SENSOR IN TRANS - 300.00, USE OF 15 AMP FUSE ON THIRD VISIT - FUSE BLEW AFTER 7 DAYS. TO DATE,...

Jun 25, 2004 Power Train Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 25, 2004 Air Bags Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 25, 2004 Steering Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 25, 2004 Power Train Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 25, 2004 Air Bags Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 25, 2004 Steering Crash 30,000 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ROLLED OFF A HILL, WENT ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A FIELD THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS DOOR AND THE MUFFLER. THE SECOND TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE CONSUMERS DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE, THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED DAMAGED TO THE FENDER. IN BOTH ...

Jun 11, 2004 Electrical System

EXTERIOR BULB WARNING LIGHT CAME ON LEFT REAR RUNNING LIGHT QUIT OPERATING. ELECTICAL MACHANIC STATED REM MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE. THIS UNIT IS VEHICLE SPECIFIC AND A COST OF $300 AND HAS TO BE PROGRAMED BY DEALER FOR ANOTHER CHARGE.*AK

Jun 11, 2004 Exterior Lighting

EXTERIOR BULB WARNING LIGHT CAME ON LEFT REAR RUNNING LIGHT QUIT OPERATING. ELECTICAL MACHANIC STATED REM MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE. THIS UNIT IS VEHICLE SPECIFIC AND A COST OF $300 AND HAS TO BE PROGRAMED BY DEALER FOR ANOTHER CHARGE.*AK

Jun 11, 2004 Electrical System

EXTERIOR BULB WARNING LIGHT CAME ON LEFT REAR RUNNING LIGHT QUIT OPERATING. ELECTICAL MACHANIC STATED REM MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE. THIS UNIT IS VEHICLE SPECIFIC AND A COST OF $300 AND HAS TO BE PROGRAMED BY DEALER FOR ANOTHER CHARGE.*AK

Jun 11, 2004 Exterior Lighting

EXTERIOR BULB WARNING LIGHT CAME ON LEFT REAR RUNNING LIGHT QUIT OPERATING. ELECTICAL MACHANIC STATED REM MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACE. THIS UNIT IS VEHICLE SPECIFIC AND A COST OF $300 AND HAS TO BE PROGRAMED BY DEALER FOR ANOTHER CHARGE.*AK

Jun 3, 2004 Visibility

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. THUMPING NOISE FROM DASHBOARD. DEALER (PERSON FORD, LAVERNE, CA) WANTS $500 TO REPLACE HEATING VALVE/FLAP. ABS LIGHT STAYS ON DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE CAUSE. *JB

Jun 3, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. THUMPING NOISE FROM DASHBOARD. DEALER (PERSON FORD, LAVERNE, CA) WANTS $500 TO REPLACE HEATING VALVE/FLAP. ABS LIGHT STAYS ON DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE CAUSE. *JB

Jun 3, 2004 Visibility

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. THUMPING NOISE FROM DASHBOARD. DEALER (PERSON FORD, LAVERNE, CA) WANTS $500 TO REPLACE HEATING VALVE/FLAP. ABS LIGHT STAYS ON DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE CAUSE. *JB

Jun 3, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT HEATER DOES NOT WORK. THUMPING NOISE FROM DASHBOARD. DEALER (PERSON FORD, LAVERNE, CA) WANTS $500 TO REPLACE HEATING VALVE/FLAP. ABS LIGHT STAYS ON DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE CAUSE. *JB

May 26, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED WHEN IT RAINED OR THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS RUNNING THE VEHICLE STALLED. ONCE THE VEHICLE STALLED THE CONSUMER HAD TO WAIT A HALF HOUR OR MORE BEFORE RESTARTING. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST THREE TIMES A MONTH IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS. THE DEALER HAS EXAMINED THE V...

May 26, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED WHEN IT RAINED OR THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS RUNNING THE VEHICLE STALLED. ONCE THE VEHICLE STALLED THE CONSUMER HAD TO WAIT A HALF HOUR OR MORE BEFORE RESTARTING. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST THREE TIMES A MONTH IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS. THE DEALER HAS EXAMINED THE V...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 25, 2004 Visibility 82,678 mi

RECENTLY EXPERIENCE WIPER MOTOR/HARNESS CORROSION ON MY 1999 FORD WNSTAR WHICH HAS RESULTED IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS. THE WIPERS FAILED WHILE MY WIFE AND 2 KIDS WERE DRIVING ON I-40 WHICH ALMOST CAUSED THEM TO LEAVE THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL FORD DEALER AND THE WIPER FAILURE WAS ANA...

May 21, 2004 Fuel System, Other

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE GAS GAUGE REGISTERED A FULL TANK BUT THERE WAS NO GAS IN THE TANK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

May 21, 2004 Fuel System, Other

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE GAS GAUGE REGISTERED A FULL TANK BUT THERE WAS NO GAS IN THE TANK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

May 11, 2004 Visibility

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO WORK ON LOW SETTING . WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES BY THE DEALER. IN ADDITION, CONSUMER REPLACED THE MOTOR FOUR TIMES WITH NO CHANGE IN SYSTEM.*AK

May 11, 2004 Visibility

CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO WORK ON LOW SETTING . WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES BY THE DEALER. IN ADDITION, CONSUMER REPLACED THE MOTOR FOUR TIMES WITH NO CHANGE IN SYSTEM.*AK

May 2, 2004 Power Train 60,000 mi

I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED IN 2000. THE DAY AFTER PURCHASE IT HAD TO BE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE DEALERSHIP FIXED THE PROBLEMS. WE NOTICED A HARD SHIFTING RIGHT AWAY AND INQUIRED ABOUT IT WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THAT IT WA...

May 2, 2004 Power Train 60,000 mi

I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED IN 2000. THE DAY AFTER PURCHASE IT HAD TO BE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE DEALERSHIP FIXED THE PROBLEMS. WE NOTICED A HARD SHIFTING RIGHT AWAY AND INQUIRED ABOUT IT WITH THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THAT IT WA...

Apr 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 30, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

I BOUGHT THIS CAR USED AND FROM THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT I HAVE PUT A FEW THOUSAND DOLLARS IN IT. THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WITH CODES 171/174 LEAN ON BANK 1 AND 2 I HAVE REPLACED THE O2, THE EGR, THE DIFFERENTIAL, I HAVE HAD THE UPPER INTAKE GASKET REPLACED AND THE EGR HOSES CLEANED. T...

Apr 27, 2004 Power Train 72,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING A VAN FULL OF 6 YOUNG GIRLS TO A SPORTS PRACTICE, THE VAN STARTED JUMPING WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING. WE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND THEN THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE .SUDDENLY, IT JUMPED INTO DRIVE, ALL THE WHILE , MY CARFULL WERE VERY UPSET AND THOUGHT WE WERE GOING TO CRA...

Apr 27, 2004 Power Train 72,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING A VAN FULL OF 6 YOUNG GIRLS TO A SPORTS PRACTICE, THE VAN STARTED JUMPING WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING. WE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND THEN THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE .SUDDENLY, IT JUMPED INTO DRIVE, ALL THE WHILE , MY CARFULL WERE VERY UPSET AND THOUGHT WE WERE GOING TO CRA...

Apr 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR THE EMISSION TEST INSPECTION, AND DID NOT PASS THE INSPECTION'S TEST. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN OF THE VALVE COVER WHICH WAS SENDING OIL TO THE PCV SYSTEM. INTAKE GASKETS WERE ALSO REPLACED. *LA

Apr 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR THE EMISSION TEST INSPECTION, AND DID NOT PASS THE INSPECTION'S TEST. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A FAULTY DESIGN OF THE VALVE COVER WHICH WAS SENDING OIL TO THE PCV SYSTEM. INTAKE GASKETS WERE ALSO REPLACED. *LA

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 15, 2004 Steering 67,000 mi

MY VAN STARTED MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE EVERYTIME WE MADE ANY TURNS, WE CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID AND IT WAS FINE. VAN SAT IN THE YARD CAUSE IT WAS EMBRASSING TO DRIVE WITH THE LOUD SCREECHING NOISE AND SINCE WE HAD A 2ND CAR WE JUST LEFT IT IN THE DRIVEWAY. THEN WHEN MY HUSBANDS CAR GOT HIT...

Apr 14, 2004 Power Train 45,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE! FIRST TIME WHEN WE BROUGHT IT IN TO DEALER - THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT COULD MAKE THE RATTLE SOUND (WARRENTY WAS STILL IN EFFECT). IT WAS HAPPENING AROUND 40MPH - WHOLE FRONT END WOULD RATTLE. THEY HAD TRANSMISSION "EXPERT" LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT...

Apr 14, 2004 Power Train 45,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE! FIRST TIME WHEN WE BROUGHT IT IN TO DEALER - THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT COULD MAKE THE RATTLE SOUND (WARRENTY WAS STILL IN EFFECT). IT WAS HAPPENING AROUND 40MPH - WHOLE FRONT END WOULD RATTLE. THEY HAD TRANSMISSION "EXPERT" LOOK AT IT AND THEY SAID THAT IT WAS NOT...

Apr 12, 2004 Seats Crash

WHILE STOPPED AT RED LIGHT, OUR FORD WINDSTAR WAS REAR-ENDED BY A FORD FOCUS ESTIMATED TO BE GOING 50-60MPH. BOTH OF US IN THE FRONT SEATS SUFFERED SEVERE CALF MUSCLE INJURIES. WE BELIEVE THESE WERE CAUSED BY THE MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT BAR THAT RUNS THE FULL WIDTH OF THE SEAT. WE WERE BOTH WEARING S...

Apr 12, 2004 Seats Crash

WHILE STOPPED AT RED LIGHT, OUR FORD WINDSTAR WAS REAR-ENDED BY A FORD FOCUS ESTIMATED TO BE GOING 50-60MPH. BOTH OF US IN THE FRONT SEATS SUFFERED SEVERE CALF MUSCLE INJURIES. WE BELIEVE THESE WERE CAUSED BY THE MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT BAR THAT RUNS THE FULL WIDTH OF THE SEAT. WE WERE BOTH WEARING S...

Apr 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Electrical System 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Steering 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 8, 2004 Electrical System 51,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING ROUGHLY. SEVERAL SECONDS LATER, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET WAS SUCKED INTO THE ENGINE,...

Apr 2, 2004 Electrical System 83,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTING, RADIO,REAR A/C FAN WILL NOT TURN OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS OFF AND KEY REMOVED. REAR FAN CONTINUES TO RUN, DRAINING BATTERY. THIS FAULT IS INTERMITTENT AND WAS SUPPOSEDLY RESOLVED BY THE DEALER( PLACE MOTORS , WEBSTER MA) REPLACING THE BATTERY LAST SPRING 2003. DID THE DEALERSHIPS RE...

Apr 2, 2004 Electrical System 83,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTING, RADIO,REAR A/C FAN WILL NOT TURN OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS OFF AND KEY REMOVED. REAR FAN CONTINUES TO RUN, DRAINING BATTERY. THIS FAULT IS INTERMITTENT AND WAS SUPPOSEDLY RESOLVED BY THE DEALER( PLACE MOTORS , WEBSTER MA) REPLACING THE BATTERY LAST SPRING 2003. DID THE DEALERSHIPS RE...

Mar 30, 2004 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 42,000 MILES DUE TO AN END SEAL FAILURE. MOST OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKED OUT WITHIN 2 DAYS OF THE LEAK. THERE IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THIS BY FORD THEY HAVE ISSUED 2 TSB'S. THIS PART SHOULD NEVER FAIL AT THIS MILEAGE, IT IS A POOR DESIGN WITH E...

Mar 30, 2004 Structure

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN DRIVING THE SLIDING DOORS POP COMPLETELY OPEN. ALSO, THE DOORS DO THE SAME THING WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED. CONSUMER HAS TO PHYSICALLY GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SHUT THE DOORS CLOSE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES, BUT WHEN THE DEALERS HAS THE VEHIC...

Mar 30, 2004 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 42,000 MILES DUE TO AN END SEAL FAILURE. MOST OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKED OUT WITHIN 2 DAYS OF THE LEAK. THERE IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THIS BY FORD THEY HAVE ISSUED 2 TSB'S. THIS PART SHOULD NEVER FAIL AT THIS MILEAGE, IT IS A POOR DESIGN WITH E...

Mar 30, 2004 Structure

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN DRIVING THE SLIDING DOORS POP COMPLETELY OPEN. ALSO, THE DOORS DO THE SAME THING WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED. CONSUMER HAS TO PHYSICALLY GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SHUT THE DOORS CLOSE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES, BUT WHEN THE DEALERS HAS THE VEHIC...

Mar 25, 2004 Electrical System 75,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE PRODUCED A THICK SMOKE FROM THE INTERIOR CLUSTER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAUSE HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM

Mar 25, 2004 Power Train

WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC THE DRIVER APPLIED THE ACCELERATE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS THEN STALLED. THE DRIVER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER A SUN GEAR INSIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED REPLACING...

Mar 25, 2004 Electrical System 75,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE PRODUCED A THICK SMOKE FROM THE INTERIOR CLUSTER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAUSE HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM

Mar 25, 2004 Power Train

WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC THE DRIVER APPLIED THE ACCELERATE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS THEN STALLED. THE DRIVER TRIED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER A SUN GEAR INSIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED REPLACING...

Mar 19, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYED ON. DEALER STATED THAT ENGINE HEAD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 19, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 88,000 mi

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYED ON. DEALER STATED THAT ENGINE HEAD GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

POWER SLIDING DOOR OPENS WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Mar 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

POWER SLIDING DOOR OPENS WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Power Train 39,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HEARD A POPPING SOUND. WHEN DEPRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TRAVEL FORWARD AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE THE VEHICLE MOVED BACKWARDS. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC

Mar 11, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD "POPPING" SOUND. WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE IT WENT INTO REVERSE. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Power Train 39,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HEARD A POPPING SOUND. WHEN DEPRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TRAVEL FORWARD AND WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE THE VEHICLE MOVED BACKWARDS. THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC

Mar 11, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD "POPPING" SOUND. WHEN PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE IT WENT INTO REVERSE. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE REACHED HIGH TEMPERATURES. INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THAT HIGH TEMPERATURE WAS DUE TO INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE REACHED HIGH TEMPERATURES. INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THAT HIGH TEMPERATURE WAS DUE TO INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE. *AK

Feb 28, 2004 Steering 70,000 mi

STEERING MAKES A GROANING OR RUBBING TYPE OF NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. DOESN'T SEEM TO HAVE ANY IMPACT ON PERFORMANCE OF THE STEERING BUT IS A GOD-AWFUL NOISE AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT IT IS!!!*AK THANKS!!

Feb 28, 2004 Steering 70,000 mi

STEERING MAKES A GROANING OR RUBBING TYPE OF NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. DOESN'T SEEM TO HAVE ANY IMPACT ON PERFORMANCE OF THE STEERING BUT IS A GOD-AWFUL NOISE AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT IT IS!!!*AK THANKS!!

Feb 19, 2004 Steering 61,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: TIE ROD ENDS DEGRADED AT 60,000 MILES, SENDING BITS OF METAL THROUGH THE SEALS IN THE RACK AND PINYON STEERING SYSTEM; GENERATED VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. COULD HAVE CAUSED DANGEROUS ACCIDENT. MECHANICS FIRST REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP , WHCIH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. SECOND RE...

Feb 19, 2004 Steering 61,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: TIE ROD ENDS DEGRADED AT 60,000 MILES, SENDING BITS OF METAL THROUGH THE SEALS IN THE RACK AND PINYON STEERING SYSTEM; GENERATED VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. COULD HAVE CAUSED DANGEROUS ACCIDENT. MECHANICS FIRST REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP , WHCIH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. SECOND RE...

Feb 19, 2004 Steering 61,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: TIE ROD ENDS DEGRADED AT 60,000 MILES, SENDING BITS OF METAL THROUGH THE SEALS IN THE RACK AND PINYON STEERING SYSTEM; GENERATED VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. COULD HAVE CAUSED DANGEROUS ACCIDENT. MECHANICS FIRST REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP , WHCIH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. SECOND RE...

Feb 19, 2004 Steering 61,900 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR: TIE ROD ENDS DEGRADED AT 60,000 MILES, SENDING BITS OF METAL THROUGH THE SEALS IN THE RACK AND PINYON STEERING SYSTEM; GENERATED VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. COULD HAVE CAUSED DANGEROUS ACCIDENT. MECHANICS FIRST REPLACED POWER STEERING PUMP , WHCIH DID NOT CORRECT PROBLEM. SECOND RE...

Feb 18, 2004 Steering 56,300 mi

RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM FAILED. I HAVE READ OF NUMEROUS OTHER FORD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED WITHIN A FEW YEARS OF MINE HAVING THIS PROBLEM. EVEN A NEIGHBOR HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. MY VEHICLE IS A 1999 WITH 56,000 MILES. NOT EVEN 5 YEARS OLD WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURED. THIS COMPONET SHOULD LAST...

Feb 18, 2004 Steering 56,300 mi

RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM FAILED. I HAVE READ OF NUMEROUS OTHER FORD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED WITHIN A FEW YEARS OF MINE HAVING THIS PROBLEM. EVEN A NEIGHBOR HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. MY VEHICLE IS A 1999 WITH 56,000 MILES. NOT EVEN 5 YEARS OLD WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURED. THIS COMPONET SHOULD LAST...

Feb 16, 2004 Structure 82,521 mi

I TOOK THE VAN TO THE CAR WASH ON SAT. 14TH OF FEB. AS I STARTED TO WASH THE VAN STARTING WITH THE ROOF, THE PAINT STARTED FLAKING OFF ABOVE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR.*AK

Feb 16, 2004 Structure 82,521 mi

I TOOK THE VAN TO THE CAR WASH ON SAT. 14TH OF FEB. AS I STARTED TO WASH THE VAN STARTING WITH THE ROOF, THE PAINT STARTED FLAKING OFF ABOVE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR.*AK

Feb 13, 2004 Steering 48,182 mi

STEERING RACK FAILURE ON 1999 FORD WINSTAR (INTERNAL SEAL FAILURE - 48,182 MILES).*AK

Feb 13, 2004 Steering

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH I PURCHASED NEW. AT 35,700 MILES THE RACK AND PINION STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED (LUCKILY IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY) NOW AT 59,000 MILES I'M EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM. I ALSO REPLACED A TIE ROD, AND THE FRONT END IS ALWAYS CREAKING, BUT NO ONE CAN FIND THE ...

Feb 13, 2004 Steering 48,182 mi

STEERING RACK FAILURE ON 1999 FORD WINSTAR (INTERNAL SEAL FAILURE - 48,182 MILES).*AK

Feb 13, 2004 Steering

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH I PURCHASED NEW. AT 35,700 MILES THE RACK AND PINION STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED (LUCKILY IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY) NOW AT 59,000 MILES I'M EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM. I ALSO REPLACED A TIE ROD, AND THE FRONT END IS ALWAYS CREAKING, BUT NO ONE CAN FIND THE ...

Feb 12, 2004 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT LATCH DID NOT LOCK INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP TO FIX THE SEAT BELT LAST YEAR. TWO WEEKS AFTER THE REPAIR SEAT BELT FAILED AGAIN. CONSUMER RECENTLY CONTACTED THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED HIM SEAT BELT COULD BE FIXED AT CONSUMER'S EXPEN...

Feb 12, 2004 Seat Belts

FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT LATCH DID NOT LOCK INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP TO FIX THE SEAT BELT LAST YEAR. TWO WEEKS AFTER THE REPAIR SEAT BELT FAILED AGAIN. CONSUMER RECENTLY CONTACTED THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED HIM SEAT BELT COULD BE FIXED AT CONSUMER'S EXPEN...

Feb 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON COME ON 4 TIMES IN LAST TWO MONTHS. A "LEAN CONDITION" WAS REPORTED FIRST 3 TIMES FROM SHOP. REPLACED FUEL/AIR FILTER, SPARK PLUGS/WIRES AND SOME HOSES. LIGHT CAME BACK ON AGAIN SAME DAY IT CAME BACK FROM SHOP. SEEMS LIKE MANY OTHER CONSUMERS ARE HAVI...

Feb 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR ON COME ON 4 TIMES IN LAST TWO MONTHS. A "LEAN CONDITION" WAS REPORTED FIRST 3 TIMES FROM SHOP. REPLACED FUEL/AIR FILTER, SPARK PLUGS/WIRES AND SOME HOSES. LIGHT CAME BACK ON AGAIN SAME DAY IT CAME BACK FROM SHOP. SEEMS LIKE MANY OTHER CONSUMERS ARE HAVI...

Jan 28, 2004 Steering 65,000 mi

MY WINDSTAR STARTING MAKING A WHINING NOISE AND IT BEGAN TO GET WORSE AND WORSE.HE NOISE WAS ONE THING, BUT THE DRIVING OF THE VEHICLE BECAME EXTREMELY DANGEROUS... IT STARTED TO PULL WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED.*AK STEERING BECAME VERY DANGEROUS.

Jan 28, 2004 Steering 65,000 mi

MY WINDSTAR STARTING MAKING A WHINING NOISE AND IT BEGAN TO GET WORSE AND WORSE.HE NOISE WAS ONE THING, BUT THE DRIVING OF THE VEHICLE BECAME EXTREMELY DANGEROUS... IT STARTED TO PULL WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED.*AK STEERING BECAME VERY DANGEROUS.

Jan 24, 2004 Steering 60,000 mi

GRINDING NOISE WHEN TURNING. *LA

Jan 24, 2004 Steering 60,000 mi

GRINDING NOISE WHEN TURNING. *LA

Jan 20, 2004 Visibility 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE DID NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR THE WINDOW. THE BLADE TOUCHED THE BOTTOM AND THE TOP OF THE WINDOW, BUT NOT THE CENTER WHERE THE CONSUMER NEEDED IT THE MOST. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Visibility 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE DID NOT SUFFICIENTLY CLEAR THE WINDOW. THE BLADE TOUCHED THE BOTTOM AND THE TOP OF THE WINDOW, BUT NOT THE CENTER WHERE THE CONSUMER NEEDED IT THE MOST. *AK

Jan 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VAN INTO SHOP TO HAVE CHECKED. THROUGH DIAGNOSIS AND CONTACT WITH LOCAL FORD DEALER, DETERMINED THAT INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS WERE LEAKING, REQUIRING A 700 PLUS DOLLAR REPAIR TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. HAVE SINCE FOUND OUT THAT FORD HAS BEEN AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM FOR QUI...

Jan 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VAN INTO SHOP TO HAVE CHECKED. THROUGH DIAGNOSIS AND CONTACT WITH LOCAL FORD DEALER, DETERMINED THAT INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS WERE LEAKING, REQUIRING A 700 PLUS DOLLAR REPAIR TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. HAVE SINCE FOUND OUT THAT FORD HAS BEEN AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM FOR QUI...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 63,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ENGAGE INTO GEAR, CAN MOVE LEVER BUT VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 52,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING. INTERNAL FAILURE OF COMPONENTS.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 31,000 mi

I WAS JUST OVER MY WARRANTY IN JULY/2002 ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 31,000 MILES. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING WITH MY THREE KIDS THE VAN STALLED. THE TRANSMISSIONS FAILED?

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 54,000 mi

LEFT REAR AND LEFT FRONT HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES BEGAN MAKING LOUD HUMMING/GRINDING SOUNDS SUDDENLY AT 51,000 MILES. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED DEFECTIVE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES FOR THE STANDARD PRICE AS IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THIS ITEM SHOULD LAST MUCH LONGER WITHOUT FAIL...

Jan 15, 2004 Wheels 54,000 mi

LEFT REAR AND LEFT FRONT HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES BEGAN MAKING LOUD HUMMING/GRINDING SOUNDS SUDDENLY AT 51,000 MILES. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED DEFECTIVE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES FOR THE STANDARD PRICE AS IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THIS ITEM SHOULD LAST MUCH LONGER WITHOUT FAIL...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 75,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THE 1999 WINDSTAR IN DEC 1998. FROM THE FIRST WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP, WE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION. DEALER CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AND SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEMS WERE AS FOLLOWS: LOUD CLUNKS WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, WHILE FOOT PRESSING FIRMLY ON BRAKE PED...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THE 1999 WINDSTAR IN DEC 1998. FROM THE FIRST WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP, WE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION. DEALER CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AND SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEMS WERE AS FOLLOWS: LOUD CLUNKS WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, WHILE FOOT PRESSING FIRMLY ON BRAKE PED...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,600 mi

MILEAGE WAS 49600, TOTAL COST FOR THE REPAIR WAS $2600.00 BUT OUR COST WAS ONLY $2072.00 BECAUSE DREW FORD IN SAN DIEGO, CA HELPED US COVER SOME OF THE COST. THE ITEMIZED BILL SAID THE REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION WAS $1702.28. THE TRANNY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND NO SIGN OF GIVING OUT. ...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 49,600 mi

MILEAGE WAS 49600, TOTAL COST FOR THE REPAIR WAS $2600.00 BUT OUR COST WAS ONLY $2072.00 BECAUSE DREW FORD IN SAN DIEGO, CA HELPED US COVER SOME OF THE COST. THE ITEMIZED BILL SAID THE REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION WAS $1702.28. THE TRANNY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND NO SIGN OF GIVING OUT. ...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 33,331 mi

PURCHASED USED 11/15/02. UPON 2ND ROUTINE OIL CHANGE WAS ADVISED THAT I HAD A TRANS. LEAK PAN GASKET. TOOK THE VAN TO DEALERSHIP (NEMER FORD) WHERE PURCHASED, ADVISED THEM THAT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY IN ADDITION TO THE GASKET NEEDING REPLACEMENT.THEY ADVISED ME THAT THE GASKET DID NEED TO...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,032 mi

HEAT FAILED IN JULY, PIN TO FLAP IN EVAPORATOR CASE ASSEMBLY HAD BROKEN OFF. WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED REQUIRING TEARING APART THE DASHBOARD. PART ALONE COST $326.40 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON - FOUND PRESSURE LEAK AT GASKET. HAD COMPLAINED ABOUT ENGINE SLUGGISHNESS FOR YEARS AND ...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 58,032 mi

HEAT FAILED IN JULY, PIN TO FLAP IN EVAPORATOR CASE ASSEMBLY HAD BROKEN OFF. WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED REQUIRING TEARING APART THE DASHBOARD. PART ALONE COST $326.40 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON - FOUND PRESSURE LEAK AT GASKET. HAD COMPLAINED ABOUT ENGINE SLUGGISHNESS FOR YEARS AND ...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Structure 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Wheels 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Tires 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 82,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE MAY 2003. I WAS HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WOULDN'T ACCELERATE PAST 40 KM'S THEN WOULD REV REALLY HIGH THEN KICK INTO GEAR. I FOUND OUT FROM ANOTHER DEALERSHIP THAT THE VEHICLE HAS HAD A TRANSMISSION PUT IN DEC'02 AT 68,000KMS THEN ANOTHER WENT IN JAN'03 WITH 974 KM'S...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE COOLANT IS MISSING AND #4 SPARK PLUG IS GETTING DAMP CAUSING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 63,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ENGAGE INTO GEAR, CAN MOVE LEVER BUT VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 18,383 mi

THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN ON 6-21-03 WITH JUST UNDER 60000 MILES ON VAN. BOTH TRANSMISSION FAILURES WRE SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING SLIPPAGE ETC. BOTH TRANS FAILURES LEFT THE VEHICLE WITH NO FORWARD GEARS, BUT REVERESE WORKED EACH TIME. THE FLUID HAS BEEN CHANGED PROPERLY AND THE VAN IS WELL MA...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment 74,500 mi

TRANSMISSION IS PRIMARY ISSUE HAS SHIFTING PROBLEM AT LOW SPEED, HAS OVER 8 TSB ON THE ISSUE AND HAS NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED BUT STILL HAVE PROBLEM THE OTHER ISSUES ARE CLEARLY COMMON FOR THIS MODEL AS WELL, BUT THIS TRANSMISSIONAND FORDS LACK OF SUPPORT FROM THEIR SERVICE AND DEALERS IS UNACCEP...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 52,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING. INTERNAL FAILURE OF COMPONENTS.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 31,000 mi

I WAS JUST OVER MY WARRANTY IN JULY/2002 ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 31,000 MILES. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING WITH MY THREE KIDS THE VAN STALLED. THE TRANSMISSIONS FAILED?

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 54,000 mi

LEFT REAR AND LEFT FRONT HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES BEGAN MAKING LOUD HUMMING/GRINDING SOUNDS SUDDENLY AT 51,000 MILES. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED DEFECTIVE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES FOR THE STANDARD PRICE AS IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THIS ITEM SHOULD LAST MUCH LONGER WITHOUT FAIL...

Jan 15, 2004 Wheels 54,000 mi

LEFT REAR AND LEFT FRONT HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES BEGAN MAKING LOUD HUMMING/GRINDING SOUNDS SUDDENLY AT 51,000 MILES. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED DEFECTIVE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES FOR THE STANDARD PRICE AS IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THIS ITEM SHOULD LAST MUCH LONGER WITHOUT FAIL...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 50,600 mi

I AM HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLES WITH 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY I BOUGHT FROM DEALER (LEW WEBB FORD, GARDEN GROVE). 1. CURRENTLY MY VAN HAS MANIFOLD LEAKAGE. THIS HAS OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE FORD DEALER FIXED MY TRANSMISSION LEAKAGE. THE PRICE QUOTED IS $1200 OUT OF WHICH I HAVE TO PAY $54...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash 63,000 mi

WE HAVE TAKEN THIS VAN IN FOR REPAIR FIVETIMESIN ONE YEAR. THE FIRST MONTH WE HAD IT THE HEAD WAS REPLACED. THE POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT FOR NOW THE FIFTH TIME. I ACTUALLY LOST CONTROLOF THE VEHICLE DUE TO BEINGUNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING. MY HUSBAND HAS TO DRIVE ME EVERYWHERE BECAUSE ONLY HE CAN...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 75,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THE 1999 WINDSTAR IN DEC 1998. FROM THE FIRST WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP, WE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION. DEALER CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AND SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEMS WERE AS FOLLOWS: LOUD CLUNKS WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, WHILE FOOT PRESSING FIRMLY ON BRAKE PED...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

WE PURCHASED THE 1999 WINDSTAR IN DEC 1998. FROM THE FIRST WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP, WE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE TRANSMISSION. DEALER CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AND SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEMS WERE AS FOLLOWS: LOUD CLUNKS WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, WHILE FOOT PRESSING FIRMLY ON BRAKE PED...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,600 mi

MILEAGE WAS 49600, TOTAL COST FOR THE REPAIR WAS $2600.00 BUT OUR COST WAS ONLY $2072.00 BECAUSE DREW FORD IN SAN DIEGO, CA HELPED US COVER SOME OF THE COST. THE ITEMIZED BILL SAID THE REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION WAS $1702.28. THE TRANNY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND NO SIGN OF GIVING OUT. ...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 49,600 mi

MILEAGE WAS 49600, TOTAL COST FOR THE REPAIR WAS $2600.00 BUT OUR COST WAS ONLY $2072.00 BECAUSE DREW FORD IN SAN DIEGO, CA HELPED US COVER SOME OF THE COST. THE ITEMIZED BILL SAID THE REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSION WAS $1702.28. THE TRANNY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND NO SIGN OF GIVING OUT. ...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 33,331 mi

PURCHASED USED 11/15/02. UPON 2ND ROUTINE OIL CHANGE WAS ADVISED THAT I HAD A TRANS. LEAK PAN GASKET. TOOK THE VAN TO DEALERSHIP (NEMER FORD) WHERE PURCHASED, ADVISED THEM THAT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY IN ADDITION TO THE GASKET NEEDING REPLACEMENT.THEY ADVISED ME THAT THE GASKET DID NEED TO...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

WE FIRST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 49000 MILES FOR $2000.00. JUST A FEW MONTHS LATER THE ENGINE FAILED AT 53000 MILES. TO SAVE MONEY, WE PURCHASED A USED ENGINE FROM A WRECKED WINDSTAR VAN FOR $900.00. MY HUSBAND AND FATHER DID THE LABOR THEMSELVES. THEN IN JULY 2003 WE HAD TO REPLACE T...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Equipment Fire

THE REAR AC UNIT WENT OUT AROUND 75K NEVER GOT IT FIXED BUT WHEN WE HAD THE CAR SERVICED THE COMPUTER PANEL WAS RESET AND IT WORKED AGAIN AT 96K. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED AND WE NEVER GOT IT FIXED. THE GAS GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HAD IT FIXED AT 98K AND I DON'T KNOW THE COST. THE VAN ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,032 mi

HEAT FAILED IN JULY, PIN TO FLAP IN EVAPORATOR CASE ASSEMBLY HAD BROKEN OFF. WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED REQUIRING TEARING APART THE DASHBOARD. PART ALONE COST $326.40 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON - FOUND PRESSURE LEAK AT GASKET. HAD COMPLAINED ABOUT ENGINE SLUGGISHNESS FOR YEARS AND ...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 58,032 mi

HEAT FAILED IN JULY, PIN TO FLAP IN EVAPORATOR CASE ASSEMBLY HAD BROKEN OFF. WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED REQUIRING TEARING APART THE DASHBOARD. PART ALONE COST $326.40 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEPT COMING ON - FOUND PRESSURE LEAK AT GASKET. HAD COMPLAINED ABOUT ENGINE SLUGGISHNESS FOR YEARS AND ...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Structure 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Wheels 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Tires 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,000 mi

* VEHICLE LEANS SINCE PURCHASED SEPT 13, 2003. * ALLIGNMENT PROBLEMS. * TRANSMISSION DOES NOT PROPERLY CHANGE GEARS. * LOW TREADS ON TIRES. * A FRAME PROBLEMS. * SUSPENSION STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING NOISE. * BRAKES MUST BE PUMPED TO STOP, AND MAKE A TICKING NOISE WHEN APPLIED. * VEHICLE HAS OVERHEAT...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 82,000 mi

I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE MAY 2003. I WAS HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WOULDN'T ACCELERATE PAST 40 KM'S THEN WOULD REV REALLY HIGH THEN KICK INTO GEAR. I FOUND OUT FROM ANOTHER DEALERSHIP THAT THE VEHICLE HAS HAD A TRANSMISSION PUT IN DEC'02 AT 68,000KMS THEN ANOTHER WENT IN JAN'03 WITH 974 KM'S...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE COOLANT IS MISSING AND #4 SPARK PLUG IS GETTING DAMP CAUSING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON.

Jan 14, 2004 Steering

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TIE ROD AND STEERING GEAR BOX PROBLEMS. *AK

Jan 14, 2004 Steering

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TIE ROD AND STEERING GEAR BOX PROBLEMS. *AK

Jan 14, 2004 Steering

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TIE ROD AND STEERING GEAR BOX PROBLEMS. *AK

Jan 14, 2004 Steering

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TIE ROD AND STEERING GEAR BOX PROBLEMS. *AK

Jan 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 22,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED REPEATEDLY ABOUT TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, BUT NOTHING WAS DONE BECAUSE THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE DOOR LOCK WAS INOPERATIVE WITH THE KEY, WHEN DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS A CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD, BUT IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, THE VEHICLE LURCHED IN LO...

Jan 6, 2004 Power Train 22,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED REPEATEDLY ABOUT TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, BUT NOTHING WAS DONE BECAUSE THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE DOOR LOCK WAS INOPERATIVE WITH THE KEY, WHEN DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS A CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD, BUT IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, THE VEHICLE LURCHED IN LO...

Jan 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 22,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED REPEATEDLY ABOUT TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, BUT NOTHING WAS DONE BECAUSE THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE DOOR LOCK WAS INOPERATIVE WITH THE KEY, WHEN DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS A CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD, BUT IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, THE VEHICLE LURCHED IN LO...

Jan 6, 2004 Power Train 22,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED REPEATEDLY ABOUT TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, BUT NOTHING WAS DONE BECAUSE THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE DOOR LOCK WAS INOPERATIVE WITH THE KEY, WHEN DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS A CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD, BUT IT WAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, THE VEHICLE LURCHED IN LO...

Jan 5, 2004 Power Train 61,300 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN ...HAS 61,300 MILES ON IT....WAS PUTTING IT IN DRIVE FROM A STOPPED POSTION AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE EXPLOSION OF SORTS....LIKE A BACKFIRE IN MUFFLER....DOES NOT GO IN DRIVE AT ALL....SPEEDOMETER DOESNT WORK WHEN MOTOR IS REVVED ....

Jan 5, 2004 Power Train 61,300 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN ...HAS 61,300 MILES ON IT....WAS PUTTING IT IN DRIVE FROM A STOPPED POSTION AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE EXPLOSION OF SORTS....LIKE A BACKFIRE IN MUFFLER....DOES NOT GO IN DRIVE AT ALL....SPEEDOMETER DOESNT WORK WHEN MOTOR IS REVVED ....

Jan 4, 2004 Wheels

WHEEL STUD BREAKAGE IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VEHICLES. *LA

Jan 4, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 75000 MILES. SUDDEN LOSS OF FORWARD GEARS. REVERSE WORKS. THIS TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AT 21,000 MILES AND HAS BEEN REBUILT AT THE FORD DEALER AS WELL. THE WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION IS A LEMON. *LA

Jan 4, 2004 Wheels

WHEEL STUD BREAKAGE IN MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VEHICLES. *LA

Jan 4, 2004 Power Train 75,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 75000 MILES. SUDDEN LOSS OF FORWARD GEARS. REVERSE WORKS. THIS TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AT 21,000 MILES AND HAS BEEN REBUILT AT THE FORD DEALER AS WELL. THE WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION IS A LEMON. *LA

Dec 31, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

ENGINE TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON WITH LEAN DIAGNOSTIC CODES. DEALER HAS TRIED THREE FIXES AND TROUBLE IS STILL HAPPENING

Dec 31, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,000 mi

ENGINE TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON WITH LEAN DIAGNOSTIC CODES. DEALER HAS TRIED THREE FIXES AND TROUBLE IS STILL HAPPENING

Dec 30, 2003 Steering 56,300 mi

SEVERE POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE.

Dec 30, 2003 Steering 56,300 mi

SEVERE POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK DUE TO RACK AND PINION FAILURE.

Dec 29, 2003 Visibility 90,000 mi

FORD WINSTAR 1999 WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING. CRACK DEVELOPED AT THE BOTTOM, MID-WIDTH AND IS PROGREESING OVER THE LAST TWO DAYS. ABOUT 10 IN. LONG AFTER TWO DAYS.WAS NOT HIT BY STONE. CRACK IS CLEAN, NO DINGS, ETC.*AK

Dec 29, 2003 Visibility 90,000 mi

FORD WINSTAR 1999 WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING. CRACK DEVELOPED AT THE BOTTOM, MID-WIDTH AND IS PROGREESING OVER THE LAST TWO DAYS. ABOUT 10 IN. LONG AFTER TWO DAYS.WAS NOT HIT BY STONE. CRACK IS CLEAN, NO DINGS, ETC.*AK

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Structure

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR OPENED UP WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,504 mi

THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ALIGNMENT PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND MADE A TICKING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS CONSTANTLY IN THE REPAIR SHOP BUT THE MECHANIC ARE WAS UNABLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUM...

Dec 24, 2003 Structure

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR OPENED UP WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Dec 16, 2003 Electrical System 105,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 WINDSTAR, WITH ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THAT ARE UNRESOLVED AFTER 3 WEEKS IN TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. THE NUMBER 10 FUSE KEEPS BLOWING. SO I HAVE NO HEAT, OR AIR, WILL NOT OPEN BACK DOORS AND A NUMBER OF OTHER THINGS. IT IS WINTER AND I CAN'T DRIVE IT WITHOUT HEAT. AND WILL NOT BE FUN IN THE...

Dec 16, 2003 Electrical System 105,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 WINDSTAR, WITH ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THAT ARE UNRESOLVED AFTER 3 WEEKS IN TWO DIFFERENT GARAGES. THE NUMBER 10 FUSE KEEPS BLOWING. SO I HAVE NO HEAT, OR AIR, WILL NOT OPEN BACK DOORS AND A NUMBER OF OTHER THINGS. IT IS WINTER AND I CAN'T DRIVE IT WITHOUT HEAT. AND WILL NOT BE FUN IN THE...

Dec 15, 2003 Steering 71,876 mi

AT 71,876 MILES THE RACK AND PINION STEERING AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, LEAVING ME WITHOUT POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING. ON A CAR OF THIS SIZE IT IS, I BELIEVE DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WITHOUT THE POWER STEERING.*AK

Dec 15, 2003 Steering 71,876 mi

AT 71,876 MILES THE RACK AND PINION STEERING AND POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR, LEAVING ME WITHOUT POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING. ON A CAR OF THIS SIZE IT IS, I BELIEVE DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WITHOUT THE POWER STEERING.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Visibility 87,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. A RECALL WAS ISSUED; HOWEVER THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Dec 11, 2003 Visibility 87,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. A RECALL WAS ISSUED; HOWEVER THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Dec 10, 2003 Interior Lighting 59,000 mi

WHEN WE OPEN THE DOORS, SOMETIMES THE INTERIOR LIGHTING DOES NOT COME ON. OTHER TIMES IT BLINKS ON AND THEN GOES OFF. EVEN OTHER TIMES IT WILL BLINK QUICKLY. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF AFTER DOORS HAVE BEEN CLOSED. WHILE DRIVING THE DASHBOARD LIGHTING WILL SOMETIMES BLINK O...

Dec 10, 2003 Interior Lighting 59,000 mi

WHEN WE OPEN THE DOORS, SOMETIMES THE INTERIOR LIGHTING DOES NOT COME ON. OTHER TIMES IT BLINKS ON AND THEN GOES OFF. EVEN OTHER TIMES IT WILL BLINK QUICKLY. SOMETIMES THE LIGHTS COME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF AFTER DOORS HAVE BEEN CLOSED. WHILE DRIVING THE DASHBOARD LIGHTING WILL SOMETIMES BLINK O...

Dec 8, 2003 Steering 680,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING...1999 FORD WINDSTAR 68000 MILE NEED DRIVING PUMP & RACK REPLACED @ $1000. AFTER SPEAKING WITH NUMBER OF FRIENDS AND VISITING FORUMS, NOTE THAT THIS SAFETY PROBLEM APPEARS WIDESPREAD. APPARENT DESIGN DEFECT. AK

Dec 8, 2003 Steering 680,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING...1999 FORD WINDSTAR 68000 MILE NEED DRIVING PUMP & RACK REPLACED @ $1000. AFTER SPEAKING WITH NUMBER OF FRIENDS AND VISITING FORUMS, NOTE THAT THIS SAFETY PROBLEM APPEARS WIDESPREAD. APPARENT DESIGN DEFECT. AK

Dec 5, 2003 Visibility

ACTUATOR DOOR MOTOR HAS BROKEN RODS TO BLEND DOOR. WE ARE WITHOUT HEAT, BLOWS COLD AIR ONLY. MUST REPLACE ENTIRE HEATER ASSEMBLY AT EST. COST OF $980.00 DOLLARS. INITIAL COST TO REPLACE THE MOTOR ALONE WAS FOR $225.00 WHICH WAS FIRST DIAGNOSIS OF PROBLEM. *JB

Dec 5, 2003 Visibility

ACTUATOR DOOR MOTOR HAS BROKEN RODS TO BLEND DOOR. WE ARE WITHOUT HEAT, BLOWS COLD AIR ONLY. MUST REPLACE ENTIRE HEATER ASSEMBLY AT EST. COST OF $980.00 DOLLARS. INITIAL COST TO REPLACE THE MOTOR ALONE WAS FOR $225.00 WHICH WAS FIRST DIAGNOSIS OF PROBLEM. *JB

Dec 2, 2003 Electrical System 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Electrical System 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Power Train 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Visibility 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Structure 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Steering 64,000 mi

MY POWER STEERING JUST RECENTLY STARTED MAKING A GRINDING NOISE AT 64,000 MILES. I NOTICED THAT THE FLUID WAS LOW. I FILLED IT UP AND IT KEEPS LOSING FLUIDI FOUND A SITE ON THE INTERNET WHERE A LOT OF WINSTAR OWNERS ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME. *AK PROBLEM...PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE POWER STEER...

Dec 2, 2003 Electrical System 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Electrical System 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Power Train 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Visibility 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Structure 70,401 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 1999 WINSTAR THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LOOKED IN MY REARVIEW MIRROR AND SAW SMOKE COMMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. SO, I PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP, TRANSMISSION FLUID WAS LEAKING OUT. MY WINSTAR VAN BROKE DOWN OUT SIDE OF NASHVILLE, TN WITH 70,401 MILES ON ...

Dec 2, 2003 Steering 64,000 mi

MY POWER STEERING JUST RECENTLY STARTED MAKING A GRINDING NOISE AT 64,000 MILES. I NOTICED THAT THE FLUID WAS LOW. I FILLED IT UP AND IT KEEPS LOSING FLUIDI FOUND A SITE ON THE INTERNET WHERE A LOT OF WINSTAR OWNERS ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME. *AK PROBLEM...PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE POWER STEER...

Nov 29, 2003 Seat Belts 200 mi

THE FRONT SEAT BELTS GET LIGHTLY PINCHED BETWEEN THE INTERIOR DOOR PANELS LOWER STORAGE BIN AND THE CARPET ON THE FLOOR. THIS CAN CAUSE SOMEONE TO THINK THAT THEIR SEAT BELT IS ON CORRECTLY WHEN IN FACT IT IS NOT PROVIDING THEM ANY PROTECTION AT ALL. THE 12-18" OF EXCESS SLACK THAT IS CAUGHT BETWEEN...

Nov 29, 2003 Seat Belts 200 mi

THE FRONT SEAT BELTS GET LIGHTLY PINCHED BETWEEN THE INTERIOR DOOR PANELS LOWER STORAGE BIN AND THE CARPET ON THE FLOOR. THIS CAN CAUSE SOMEONE TO THINK THAT THEIR SEAT BELT IS ON CORRECTLY WHEN IN FACT IT IS NOT PROVIDING THEM ANY PROTECTION AT ALL. THE 12-18" OF EXCESS SLACK THAT IS CAUGHT BETWEEN...

Nov 24, 2003 Steering 71,900 mi

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION AND RACK AND PINION.*MR THE RACK AND PINION TYPE GEAR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 71,900 MILES. ONE MONTH LATER WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CONSUMER STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC SHOP WHERE THE...

Nov 24, 2003 Power Train 71,900 mi

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION AND RACK AND PINION.*MR THE RACK AND PINION TYPE GEAR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 71,900 MILES. ONE MONTH LATER WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CONSUMER STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC SHOP WHERE THE...

Nov 24, 2003 Steering 71,900 mi

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION AND RACK AND PINION.*MR THE RACK AND PINION TYPE GEAR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 71,900 MILES. ONE MONTH LATER WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CONSUMER STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC SHOP WHERE THE...

Nov 24, 2003 Power Train 71,900 mi

PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION AND RACK AND PINION.*MR THE RACK AND PINION TYPE GEAR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 71,900 MILES. ONE MONTH LATER WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CONSUMER STEPPED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A NEAR BY MECHANIC SHOP WHERE THE...

Nov 19, 2003 Electrical System Fire 65,800 mi

WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, THE RIGHT SIDE SLIDING DOOR CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE DRIVER MANAGED TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF ROAD AND GOT OUT THE OF VEHICLE. ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS PASSING BY AND STOPPED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE . THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM W...

Nov 19, 2003 Electrical System Fire 65,800 mi

WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, THE RIGHT SIDE SLIDING DOOR CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE DRIVER MANAGED TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF ROAD AND GOT OUT THE OF VEHICLE. ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS PASSING BY AND STOPPED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE . THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM W...

Nov 7, 2003 Visibility 51,000 mi

HEATER BOX DOOR, PLASTIC? LOCKED IN A/C MODE NO HEAT OR DEFROST CAPABILITY. DEALER SAID NEEDS TO REPLACE BOX TO FIX LITTLE DOOR - PLENUM ? BLEND DOOR / $1000 NEED DEFROST MECHANISM IN NEW ENGLAND FOR COLD WEATHER. FAILURE ON HIGHWAY A DISASTER WAITING TO KILL SOMEONE. *LA

Nov 7, 2003 Visibility 51,000 mi

HEATER BOX DOOR, PLASTIC? LOCKED IN A/C MODE NO HEAT OR DEFROST CAPABILITY. DEALER SAID NEEDS TO REPLACE BOX TO FIX LITTLE DOOR - PLENUM ? BLEND DOOR / $1000 NEED DEFROST MECHANISM IN NEW ENGLAND FOR COLD WEATHER. FAILURE ON HIGHWAY A DISASTER WAITING TO KILL SOMEONE. *LA

Nov 4, 2003 Steering 79,000 mi

POWER STEERING GOES OUT WHEN IT IS RAINING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR.*AK

Nov 4, 2003 Steering 79,000 mi

POWER STEERING GOES OUT WHEN IT IS RAINING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR.*AK

Oct 31, 2003 Steering

WE BOUGHT OUR 1999 WINDSTAR IN 2002 WITH ONLY 27,000 MILES ON IT; FROM THE BEGINNING THE POWER STEERING WOULD GROAN AND MAKE NOISES. WE COMPLAINED ABOUT IT TO SEVERAL SHOPS, BUT WE WERE ASSURED THAT IT WAS "NORMAL." YESTERDAY THE POWER STEERING NOISE WAS VERY LOUD AND CONSTANT AND THERE WAS DIFFIC...

Oct 31, 2003 Power Train 68,000 mi

WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 99 WINDSTAR 4 WEEKS AGO...TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING STARTED GRINDING AND WE BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIRS...REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITHIN 30 MILES OF THE DEALER THE NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING CAME BACK AND AFTER PAYING $800.00 FOR THE POWER STEERING P...

Oct 31, 2003 Steering 68,000 mi

WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 99 WINDSTAR 4 WEEKS AGO...TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING STARTED GRINDING AND WE BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIRS...REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITHIN 30 MILES OF THE DEALER THE NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING CAME BACK AND AFTER PAYING $800.00 FOR THE POWER STEERING P...

Oct 31, 2003 Steering

WE BOUGHT OUR 1999 WINDSTAR IN 2002 WITH ONLY 27,000 MILES ON IT; FROM THE BEGINNING THE POWER STEERING WOULD GROAN AND MAKE NOISES. WE COMPLAINED ABOUT IT TO SEVERAL SHOPS, BUT WE WERE ASSURED THAT IT WAS "NORMAL." YESTERDAY THE POWER STEERING NOISE WAS VERY LOUD AND CONSTANT AND THERE WAS DIFFIC...

Oct 31, 2003 Power Train 68,000 mi

WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 99 WINDSTAR 4 WEEKS AGO...TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING STARTED GRINDING AND WE BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIRS...REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITHIN 30 MILES OF THE DEALER THE NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING CAME BACK AND AFTER PAYING $800.00 FOR THE POWER STEERING P...

Oct 31, 2003 Steering 68,000 mi

WE REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 99 WINDSTAR 4 WEEKS AGO...TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING STARTED GRINDING AND WE BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIRS...REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITHIN 30 MILES OF THE DEALER THE NOISE IN THE POWER STEERING CAME BACK AND AFTER PAYING $800.00 FOR THE POWER STEERING P...

Oct 29, 2003 Structure 53,000 mi

AFTER ENTERING OUR DRIVEWAY, THE CONNECTING PIECE BETWEEN THE REAR WHEELS BROKE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE TIRES. WITH ONLY 52,000 MILES THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR OUT ON THE HIGHWAY, MAJOR INJURIES AND POSSIBLE DEATHS COULD RESULT. *AKEVERYONE, PLEASE INSPECT YOUR 1999 WINDST...

Oct 29, 2003 Structure 53,000 mi

AFTER ENTERING OUR DRIVEWAY, THE CONNECTING PIECE BETWEEN THE REAR WHEELS BROKE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE TIRES. WITH ONLY 52,000 MILES THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR OUT ON THE HIGHWAY, MAJOR INJURIES AND POSSIBLE DEATHS COULD RESULT. *AKEVERYONE, PLEASE INSPECT YOUR 1999 WINDST...

Oct 23, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ONLY 60,000 MILES, RACK AND PINION IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID ON BOTH SIDES. VERY EXPENSIVE TO FIX, AND SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO FEW MILES ON IT. VEHICLE BECOMES VERY HARD TO STEER, WHEN SITTING AT A STORE AND YOU COME OUT, IT IS HARD TO STEER TO GET IT HOME. *LA

Oct 23, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. ONLY 60,000 MILES, RACK AND PINION IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID ON BOTH SIDES. VERY EXPENSIVE TO FIX, AND SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO FEW MILES ON IT. VEHICLE BECOMES VERY HARD TO STEER, WHEN SITTING AT A STORE AND YOU COME OUT, IT IS HARD TO STEER TO GET IT HOME. *LA

Oct 22, 2003 Seat Belts 65,000 mi

CONSUMER NOTICED ABOUT THREE DAYS AGO THAT THE RIGHT SEAT BELT ON THE MIDDLE BENCH SEAT DID NOT LATCH. THE CONSUMER WILL CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. *AK THE SEAT BELT DID NOT ALWAYS LATCH. THE CONSUMER DID NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO SIT IN THE SEAT. *SCC *JB

Oct 22, 2003 Seat Belts 65,000 mi

CONSUMER NOTICED ABOUT THREE DAYS AGO THAT THE RIGHT SEAT BELT ON THE MIDDLE BENCH SEAT DID NOT LATCH. THE CONSUMER WILL CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. *AK THE SEAT BELT DID NOT ALWAYS LATCH. THE CONSUMER DID NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO SIT IN THE SEAT. *SCC *JB

Oct 21, 2003 Suspension Crash 42,742 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE FRONT SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A FAILED COIL SPRING. *JB THE CONSUMER HASN'T RECEIVED A FOLLOWED A UP FROM NHTSA. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT DUE TO THE FAILED COIL SPRING. *SCC *JB

Oct 21, 2003 Suspension Crash 42,742 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE FRONT SUSPENSION COLLAPSED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO A FAILED COIL SPRING. *JB THE CONSUMER HASN'T RECEIVED A FOLLOWED A UP FROM NHTSA. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT DUE TO THE FAILED COIL SPRING. *SCC *JB

Oct 16, 2003 Electrical System Fire 10,000 mi

AFTER VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING FOR 20 MINUTES WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. *PH THE CAUSE WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL FAULT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WHERE THE CONTROLS WERE FOR THE REAR A/C. POSSIBLE RECALL # 12117. *SCC *JB

Oct 16, 2003 Electrical System Fire 10,000 mi

AFTER VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING FOR 20 MINUTES WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. *PH THE CAUSE WAS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL FAULT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WHERE THE CONTROLS WERE FOR THE REAR A/C. POSSIBLE RECALL # 12117. *SCC *JB

Oct 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE FUILD LEAKED INTO THE WIRING CAUSING THE VEHILCE CONTROLS TO MALFUNCTION. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NLM

Oct 3, 2003 Suspension 62,020 mi

UPON BACKING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT WORK, THE FRONT LEFT SUSPENSION SPRING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN (VIN [XXX]) BROKE. I HEARD A NOISE, BUT COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING WRONG. I DROVE IT 1 MILE TO WHITCOMB FORD DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SPRINGS AND CHARGED ME $332.89. A LOCAL GOOD...

Oct 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE FUILD LEAKED INTO THE WIRING CAUSING THE VEHILCE CONTROLS TO MALFUNCTION. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NLM

Oct 3, 2003 Suspension 62,020 mi

UPON BACKING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT WORK, THE FRONT LEFT SUSPENSION SPRING ON MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN (VIN [XXX]) BROKE. I HEARD A NOISE, BUT COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING WRONG. I DROVE IT 1 MILE TO WHITCOMB FORD DEALERSHIP, AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SPRINGS AND CHARGED ME $332.89. A LOCAL GOOD...

Sep 29, 2003 Power Train 49,000 mi

ONE DAY EVERYTHING WORKED FINE IN THE CAR, NEXT DAY,THE CAR WON'T SHIFT PROPERLY IN ALL GEARS AND SHUDDERS WHILE AT A STOP. TWO DIFFERENT REPAIR PLACES HAVE TOLD ME IT IS DEFINITLY A FAILED TRANSMISSION. I'M CURRENTLY AT 49K MILES ON THE CAR... WAY TOO EARLY FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. ACCORDING TO ALL T...

Sep 29, 2003 Power Train 49,000 mi

ONE DAY EVERYTHING WORKED FINE IN THE CAR, NEXT DAY,THE CAR WON'T SHIFT PROPERLY IN ALL GEARS AND SHUDDERS WHILE AT A STOP. TWO DIFFERENT REPAIR PLACES HAVE TOLD ME IT IS DEFINITLY A FAILED TRANSMISSION. I'M CURRENTLY AT 49K MILES ON THE CAR... WAY TOO EARLY FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. ACCORDING TO ALL T...

Sep 24, 2003 Power Train 85,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IN '99 FORD WINDSTAR FAILED AFTER 85,000 MILES

Sep 24, 2003 Power Train 85,000 mi

TRANSMISSION IN '99 FORD WINDSTAR FAILED AFTER 85,000 MILES

Sep 23, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35/40 MPH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS FAILED. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ENGAGED WITHOUT CAUSE. THE PARTS REPLACED IS UNKNOWN. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED ON DASH. TS *JB

Sep 23, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35/40 MPH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS FAILED. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ENGAGED WITHOUT CAUSE. THE PARTS REPLACED IS UNKNOWN. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED ON DASH. TS *JB

Sep 23, 2003 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 95000 MILES EXPERIENCED COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO THREE NOW UPDATED PROBLEMS THAT FORD DOES NOT WANT TO RECOGNIZE OR BE RESPONSIBLE FOR. THE FIRST IS A SHUDDER DURING THE 1-2 UPSHIFT CAUSED BY A FAULTY SOLENOID WHICH IS NOW UPDATED IN THE REMAN TRANSMISSION. THE...

Sep 23, 2003 Equipment Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE REAR PASSENGER AIR CONDITIONER UNIT.*AK

Sep 23, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35/40 MPH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS FAILED. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ENGAGED WITHOUT CAUSE. THE PARTS REPLACED IS UNKNOWN. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED ON DASH. TS *JB

Sep 23, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35/40 MPH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS FAILED. THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE ABS ENGAGED WITHOUT CAUSE. THE PARTS REPLACED IS UNKNOWN. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED ON DASH. TS *JB

Sep 23, 2003 Power Train 95,000 mi

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 95000 MILES EXPERIENCED COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE DUE TO THREE NOW UPDATED PROBLEMS THAT FORD DOES NOT WANT TO RECOGNIZE OR BE RESPONSIBLE FOR. THE FIRST IS A SHUDDER DURING THE 1-2 UPSHIFT CAUSED BY A FAULTY SOLENOID WHICH IS NOW UPDATED IN THE REMAN TRANSMISSION. THE...

Sep 23, 2003 Equipment Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE REAR PASSENGER AIR CONDITIONER UNIT.*AK

Sep 19, 2003 Steering

POWER STEERING FLUID IS LEAKING OUT OF RACK ON LEFT SIDE. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 52,950 MILES ON IT. DEALERSHIP STATES THERE ARE NO SERVICE BULLETINS BUT ACCORDING TO THIS WEB SITE THERE ARE. THE DEALERSHIP SHOULD PAY FOR REPAIRS IF THEY HAVE BEEN AWARE THIS IS A PROBLEM. *JB

Sep 19, 2003 Steering

POWER STEERING FLUID IS LEAKING OUT OF RACK ON LEFT SIDE. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 52,950 MILES ON IT. DEALERSHIP STATES THERE ARE NO SERVICE BULLETINS BUT ACCORDING TO THIS WEB SITE THERE ARE. THE DEALERSHIP SHOULD PAY FOR REPAIRS IF THEY HAVE BEEN AWARE THIS IS A PROBLEM. *JB

Sep 11, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE POPPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. NO ONE WAS HURT, DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 11, 2003 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE POPPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. NO ONE WAS HURT, DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 6, 2003 Power Train

THERE IS A "SKIP" IN THE TRANSMISSION THAT IS A HARD THUD WHEN IT HAPPENS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, AFTER SEVERAL DAYS AND OVER 100 MILES THEY "FOUND" THE PROBLEM AND FIXED IT. IT STARTED TO DO IT AGAIN ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. I JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERING WHEN ACCELE...

Sep 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A "SKIP" IN THE TRANSMISSION THAT IS A HARD THUD WHEN IT HAPPENS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, AFTER SEVERAL DAYS AND OVER 100 MILES THEY "FOUND" THE PROBLEM AND FIXED IT. IT STARTED TO DO IT AGAIN ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. I JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERING WHEN ACCELE...

Sep 6, 2003 Power Train

THERE IS A "SKIP" IN THE TRANSMISSION THAT IS A HARD THUD WHEN IT HAPPENS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, AFTER SEVERAL DAYS AND OVER 100 MILES THEY "FOUND" THE PROBLEM AND FIXED IT. IT STARTED TO DO IT AGAIN ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. I JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERING WHEN ACCELE...

Sep 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A "SKIP" IN THE TRANSMISSION THAT IS A HARD THUD WHEN IT HAPPENS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, AFTER SEVERAL DAYS AND OVER 100 MILES THEY "FOUND" THE PROBLEM AND FIXED IT. IT STARTED TO DO IT AGAIN ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. I JUST RECENTLY TOOK IT IN FOR THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERING WHEN ACCELE...

Aug 28, 2003 Tires

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH FRONT RIGHT TIRE HAD SIDEWALL SEPARATION WHICH CAUSED A TIRE BLOWOUT. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.TIRE SIZE 32560R16.*AK

Aug 28, 2003 Tires

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH FRONT RIGHT TIRE HAD SIDEWALL SEPARATION WHICH CAUSED A TIRE BLOWOUT. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.TIRE SIZE 32560R16.*AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering 32,228 mi

WHILE DRIVING, LOST THE RACK AND PINION STEERING CONTROL ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN. ONLY 31,000 MILES ON THE VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS 4 YEARS OLD. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Power Train 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 58,000 MILES LEAKS POWER STEERING FLUID OUT OF LEFT RACK. DEALER SAYS COMMON PROBLEM WITH RACK AND PINION. MAKES GRINDING AND SQUEALING SOUND , CONSTANT LOSS OF FLUID.*AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering 32,228 mi

WHILE DRIVING, LOST THE RACK AND PINION STEERING CONTROL ON MY 1999 WINDSTAR VAN. ONLY 31,000 MILES ON THE VAN EVEN THOUGH IT IS 4 YEARS OLD. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Power Train 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

1999 FORDWINDSTAR STEERING RACK REPLACED AT 62000 MILES, TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 75000 MILES AND INTAKE GASKET RPLACED AT 75000 MILES. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Steering

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 58,000 MILES LEAKS POWER STEERING FLUID OUT OF LEFT RACK. DEALER SAYS COMMON PROBLEM WITH RACK AND PINION. MAKES GRINDING AND SQUEALING SOUND , CONSTANT LOSS OF FLUID.*AK

Aug 21, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

THE FRONT COIL SPRING OF THE OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUDDENLY BROKE AND PUNCTURED OUR FRONT TIRE. FORTUNATELY WE WERE TRAVELING AT ONLY 20 MPH SO THAT WE WERE ABLE TO COME TO A STOP SAFELY, WITHOUT INJURY OR ACCIDENT, HOWEVER AS WE HAD JUST TRAVELED FROM MI TO NY ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS, IF THIS HAD ...

Aug 21, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

THE FRONT COIL SPRING OF THE OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR SUDDENLY BROKE AND PUNCTURED OUR FRONT TIRE. FORTUNATELY WE WERE TRAVELING AT ONLY 20 MPH SO THAT WE WERE ABLE TO COME TO A STOP SAFELY, WITHOUT INJURY OR ACCIDENT, HOWEVER AS WE HAD JUST TRAVELED FROM MI TO NY ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS, IF THIS HAD ...

Aug 18, 2003 Steering 50,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR SE - STEERING PROBLEMS, REPLACED STEERING "RACK" IN MARCH 2003, IS ALREADY GOING OUT AGAIN. REPUTATION OF BAD "RACKS", SO BAD OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER KEEPS THEM IN STOCK. ABOUT 52,000 MILES.*AK

Aug 18, 2003 Steering 50,000 mi

1999 WINDSTAR SE - STEERING PROBLEMS, REPLACED STEERING "RACK" IN MARCH 2003, IS ALREADY GOING OUT AGAIN. REPUTATION OF BAD "RACKS", SO BAD OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER KEEPS THEM IN STOCK. ABOUT 52,000 MILES.*AK

Aug 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR OVER A YEAR, VERY SHORTLY AFTER MY LAST FUEL EMISSIONS TEST IN 2002. DESPITE NUMEROUS CHECKS BY MY MECHANIC, WHICH DETECTS NO FUEL EMISSIONS PROBLEMS, THE INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. AFTER EACH INSPECTION BY MY MECHANIC, THE LIGHT TURNS OFF TEMPORARILY, (1 OR...

Aug 17, 2003 Visibility

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR OVER A YEAR, VERY SHORTLY AFTER MY LAST FUEL EMISSIONS TEST IN 2002. DESPITE NUMEROUS CHECKS BY MY MECHANIC, WHICH DETECTS NO FUEL EMISSIONS PROBLEMS, THE INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. AFTER EACH INSPECTION BY MY MECHANIC, THE LIGHT TURNS OFF TEMPORARILY, (1 OR...

Aug 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR OVER A YEAR, VERY SHORTLY AFTER MY LAST FUEL EMISSIONS TEST IN 2002. DESPITE NUMEROUS CHECKS BY MY MECHANIC, WHICH DETECTS NO FUEL EMISSIONS PROBLEMS, THE INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. AFTER EACH INSPECTION BY MY MECHANIC, THE LIGHT TURNS OFF TEMPORARILY, (1 OR...

Aug 17, 2003 Visibility

THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR OVER A YEAR, VERY SHORTLY AFTER MY LAST FUEL EMISSIONS TEST IN 2002. DESPITE NUMEROUS CHECKS BY MY MECHANIC, WHICH DETECTS NO FUEL EMISSIONS PROBLEMS, THE INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON. AFTER EACH INSPECTION BY MY MECHANIC, THE LIGHT TURNS OFF TEMPORARILY, (1 OR...

Aug 7, 2003 Power Train 60,281 mi

TRANSAXLES FAILED ONLY 2 MILES AFTER BEING SERVICED BY DEALER, PHIL LONG FORD INVOICE #FOCS570297. SERVICE CONCLUDED "POWER-FLUSH", ITEM H. PARTS INVOICE LISTS 14 "UNITS OF TRANS FLUID @ $3.28 PER UNIT. THE MANUFACTURER'S OWNER MANUAL LISTS MAXIMUM DRY CAPACITY AS 12.25 QUARTS. THE OWNER'S MANUAL AL...

Aug 7, 2003 Power Train 60,281 mi

TRANSAXLES FAILED ONLY 2 MILES AFTER BEING SERVICED BY DEALER, PHIL LONG FORD INVOICE #FOCS570297. SERVICE CONCLUDED "POWER-FLUSH", ITEM H. PARTS INVOICE LISTS 14 "UNITS OF TRANS FLUID @ $3.28 PER UNIT. THE MANUFACTURER'S OWNER MANUAL LISTS MAXIMUM DRY CAPACITY AS 12.25 QUARTS. THE OWNER'S MANUAL AL...

Jul 29, 2003 Power Train

UPON STARTING DRIVER SHIFTED THE GEAR ON THE STEERING COLUMN BUT NO MOVEMENT OF THE VAN OCCURRED. ALSO, TRANSMISSION WILL MAKE A CLUNKING NOISE ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 29, 2003 Power Train

UPON STARTING DRIVER SHIFTED THE GEAR ON THE STEERING COLUMN BUT NO MOVEMENT OF THE VAN OCCURRED. ALSO, TRANSMISSION WILL MAKE A CLUNKING NOISE ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 58,472 mi

WHILE DRIVING A FIRE WAS OBSERVED BY THIRD PARTY MOTORIST. THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WORLD FORD IN PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA, FOR AN INITIAL ASSESSMENT. ACCORDING TO WORLD FORD, THE VEHICLE SHOWED HEAVY TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE, BUT NO OBVIOUS SIGN OF FIRE OR...

Jul 22, 2003 Power Train Fire 58,472 mi

WHILE DRIVING A FIRE WAS OBSERVED BY THIRD PARTY MOTORIST. THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WORLD FORD IN PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA, FOR AN INITIAL ASSESSMENT. ACCORDING TO WORLD FORD, THE VEHICLE SHOWED HEAVY TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE, BUT NO OBVIOUS SIGN OF FIRE OR...

Jul 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 58,472 mi

WHILE DRIVING A FIRE WAS OBSERVED BY THIRD PARTY MOTORIST. THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WORLD FORD IN PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA, FOR AN INITIAL ASSESSMENT. ACCORDING TO WORLD FORD, THE VEHICLE SHOWED HEAVY TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE, BUT NO OBVIOUS SIGN OF FIRE OR...

Jul 22, 2003 Power Train Fire 58,472 mi

WHILE DRIVING A FIRE WAS OBSERVED BY THIRD PARTY MOTORIST. THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WORLD FORD IN PEMBROKE PINES, FLORIDA, FOR AN INITIAL ASSESSMENT. ACCORDING TO WORLD FORD, THE VEHICLE SHOWED HEAVY TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE, BUT NO OBVIOUS SIGN OF FIRE OR...

Jul 21, 2003 Interior Lighting

CONSUMER STATES THAT INSTRUMENT LIGHT PANEL IS NOT WORKING AT ALL. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 21, 2003 Interior Lighting

CONSUMER STATES THAT INSTRUMENT LIGHT PANEL IS NOT WORKING AT ALL. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. NOW VEHICLE IS RUNNING ROUGH. FORD STATES ITS A PROBLEM WITH THE DESIGN OF THE VALVE COVER AND WANTS TO REPLACE IT WITH A NEW AND IMPROVED ONE. PROBLEM IS THEY WANT ME TO PAY TO CORRECT THIER DESIGN PROBLEM. IF THEY DID NOT DESIGN THE COVER RIGHT THEY SHOULD PAY TO ...

Jul 17, 2003 Power Train 39,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS PROCEEDING FROM A STOP,PRESSED GAS AND HEARD A POP OR BANGING SOUND.CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN FORWARD GEARS,ONLY IN REVERSE.TOWED TO DEALER.HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THEM YET.BUT BY MY RESERCH INTO THIS IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM.VEHICLE HAS 39,000 MILES,NEVER ABUSED.FORD SHOULD DO SOMETHING...

Jul 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 70,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. NOW VEHICLE IS RUNNING ROUGH. FORD STATES ITS A PROBLEM WITH THE DESIGN OF THE VALVE COVER AND WANTS TO REPLACE IT WITH A NEW AND IMPROVED ONE. PROBLEM IS THEY WANT ME TO PAY TO CORRECT THIER DESIGN PROBLEM. IF THEY DID NOT DESIGN THE COVER RIGHT THEY SHOULD PAY TO ...

Jul 17, 2003 Power Train 39,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS PROCEEDING FROM A STOP,PRESSED GAS AND HEARD A POP OR BANGING SOUND.CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN FORWARD GEARS,ONLY IN REVERSE.TOWED TO DEALER.HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THEM YET.BUT BY MY RESERCH INTO THIS IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM.VEHICLE HAS 39,000 MILES,NEVER ABUSED.FORD SHOULD DO SOMETHING...

Jul 16, 2003 Steering

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIPWHERE IT WAS PURCHASED. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RACK AND PUMP WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. *AK REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $1295.00. THE VEHICLE HAS...

Jul 16, 2003 Steering

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIPWHERE IT WAS PURCHASED. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RACK AND PUMP WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. *AK REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $1295.00. THE VEHICLE HAS...

Jul 11, 2003 Wheels

FORD WINDSTAR AUTO - 1999 - STEEL STUDS BROKE OFF FROM ONE OF MY WHEELS. SEARS AUTO HAD TO FIX THAT. WASHINGTON POST, APRIL 15, 2003 , PAGE E@, ARTICLE INDICATED NHTSA IS CONSIDERING RECALL. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? WE DRIVE THE CAR WITH FEAR THAT THE WHELLS MIGHT POP OFF BECAUSE OF FAULTY STUDS>*...

Jul 11, 2003 Tires

WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. HEARD A NOISE. FRONT PASSENGER TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. GOODRICH TIRES, P2151/70R15. *AK

Jul 11, 2003 Wheels

FORD WINDSTAR AUTO - 1999 - STEEL STUDS BROKE OFF FROM ONE OF MY WHEELS. SEARS AUTO HAD TO FIX THAT. WASHINGTON POST, APRIL 15, 2003 , PAGE E@, ARTICLE INDICATED NHTSA IS CONSIDERING RECALL. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? WE DRIVE THE CAR WITH FEAR THAT THE WHELLS MIGHT POP OFF BECAUSE OF FAULTY STUDS>*...

Jul 11, 2003 Tires

WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. HEARD A NOISE. FRONT PASSENGER TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. GOODRICH TIRES, P2151/70R15. *AK

Jul 10, 2003 Steering 76,000 mi

STEERING FLUID LEAKED FROM THE STEERING RACK AND PINION. DEALER NOTIFIED AND STATED THERE WAS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ON THIS PROBLEM# 01-5-6-6. *AK *SCC *JB

Jul 10, 2003 Steering 76,000 mi

STEERING FLUID LEAKED FROM THE STEERING RACK AND PINION. DEALER NOTIFIED AND STATED THERE WAS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ON THIS PROBLEM# 01-5-6-6. *AK *SCC *JB

Jul 8, 2003 Power Train 17,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD BUMP NOISE. FELT LIKE THE VEHICLE WANTED TO STOP. DEALER STATED TRANSMISSION NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Jul 8, 2003 Power Train 17,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD BUMP NOISE. FELT LIKE THE VEHICLE WANTED TO STOP. DEALER STATED TRANSMISSION NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Jul 2, 2003 Wheels

THE RETAINING NUTS: BOLTS WERE LOOSE CAUSING THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE NUTS, BUT PROBLEM STILL RECURRING. *AK

Jul 2, 2003 Wheels

THE RETAINING NUTS: BOLTS WERE LOOSE CAUSING THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE NUTS, BUT PROBLEM STILL RECURRING. *AK

Jul 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CARBON FUEL INTAKE MANIFOLD CLOGGED UP, CAUSING THE FUEL NOT TO BURN PROPERLY. *AK

Jul 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY CARBON FUEL INTAKE MANIFOLD CLOGGED UP, CAUSING THE FUEL NOT TO BURN PROPERLY. *AK

Jun 30, 2003 Steering

THE POWER STEERING RACK IS LEAKING WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Jun 30, 2003 Steering

THE POWER STEERING RACK IS LEAKING WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING. *AK

Jun 26, 2003 Steering 67,844 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED, AND ALSO THE WIRES WERE BURNT. PH *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Electrical System 67,844 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED, AND ALSO THE WIRES WERE BURNT. PH *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL WERE DESIGNED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER, WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. *NLM. *AK *TS *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Steering 67,844 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED, AND ALSO THE WIRES WERE BURNT. PH *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Electrical System 67,844 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED, AND ALSO THE WIRES WERE BURNT. PH *JB

Jun 26, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL WERE DESIGNED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER, WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. *NLM. *AK *TS *JB

Jun 10, 2003 Wheels

3 WHEEL STUDS ON FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF OUR 1999 WINDSTAR VAN BROKE - CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHERE THE WHEEL COULD HAVE FALLEN OFF AT ANY SPEED. THE MECHANIC (CRAVEN AUTO AND TIRE OF GAITHERSBURG, MD) REPAIRED THE WHEEL AND TOLD ME THAT AT LEAST ONE OTHER PERSON HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH A 199...

Jun 10, 2003 Wheels

3 WHEEL STUDS ON FRONT RIGHT WHEEL OF OUR 1999 WINDSTAR VAN BROKE - CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHERE THE WHEEL COULD HAVE FALLEN OFF AT ANY SPEED. THE MECHANIC (CRAVEN AUTO AND TIRE OF GAITHERSBURG, MD) REPAIRED THE WHEEL AND TOLD ME THAT AT LEAST ONE OTHER PERSON HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH A 199...

Jun 6, 2003 Power Train 32,621 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE BEING DRIVEN BY A FORD DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN WHILE TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE AFTER REPLACING A DEFECTIVE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. VEHICLE MILEAGE WAS 32621 MILES. WHILE THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT ENVOLVED, THE SUDDENES...

Jun 6, 2003 Power Train 32,621 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE ON A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE BEING DRIVEN BY A FORD DEALERSHIP TECHNICIAN WHILE TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE AFTER REPLACING A DEFECTIVE AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD. VEHICLE MILEAGE WAS 32621 MILES. WHILE THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT ENVOLVED, THE SUDDENES...

Jun 4, 2003 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 4, 2003 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 30, 2003 Power Train 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Steering 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Steering 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Suspension 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Power Train 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Steering 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Steering 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 30, 2003 Suspension 51,000 mi

TRANSMISSION, SLIDING DOOR, DRIVER DOOR, RACK AND PINION, STEERING PUMP, INTAKE MANIFOLD, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER LINK, WORLD'S FASTEST DECLINING VEHICLE VALUE, WORLD'S WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SATISFACTION REPRESENTATIVES.*AK

May 29, 2003 Power Train

WE HAVE OWNED OUR 99' WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY IT WAS NEW, AND AT FIRST LOVED IT. BUT THERE SEEMS TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND AS I HAVE FOUND OUT WITH FORD EMPLOYED INVESTIGATORS THE 99' WAS A BAD YEAR FOR MANY AREAS TO INCLUDE THE TRANSMISSION. OUR TRANSMISSION GOES INTO DEFAULT L...

May 29, 2003 Power Train 57,000 mi

CONSTANT TRANSMISSION SHUDDER DURING UPSHIFT. UNLIKE THE TSB DEALING WITH SHUDDER WHILE CORNERING, THIS PROBLEM OCCURS ALL THE TIME. MECHANIC INDICATES THAT LIKELY CAUSE IS FAILURE OF THE PISTON IN THE FOWARD CLUTCH. A VERY COMMON PROBLEM IN WINDSTARS. CONSEQUENTLY, IT CAUSES INSUFFICIENT ACCELER...

May 29, 2003 Power Train

WE HAVE OWNED OUR 99' WINDSTAR SINCE THE DAY IT WAS NEW, AND AT FIRST LOVED IT. BUT THERE SEEMS TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND AS I HAVE FOUND OUT WITH FORD EMPLOYED INVESTIGATORS THE 99' WAS A BAD YEAR FOR MANY AREAS TO INCLUDE THE TRANSMISSION. OUR TRANSMISSION GOES INTO DEFAULT L...

May 29, 2003 Power Train 57,000 mi

CONSTANT TRANSMISSION SHUDDER DURING UPSHIFT. UNLIKE THE TSB DEALING WITH SHUDDER WHILE CORNERING, THIS PROBLEM OCCURS ALL THE TIME. MECHANIC INDICATES THAT LIKELY CAUSE IS FAILURE OF THE PISTON IN THE FOWARD CLUTCH. A VERY COMMON PROBLEM IN WINDSTARS. CONSEQUENTLY, IT CAUSES INSUFFICIENT ACCELER...

May 27, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE HAS NOT YET BEEN DETERMINED. *NLM...*AK

May 27, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE HAS NOT YET BEEN DETERMINED. *NLM...*AK

May 23, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,285 mi

THE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT ON MY VAN. LUCKILY I WAS AT HOME IN MY DRIVEWAY. CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NO COMPLAINTS AND THEY WOULD NOT COVER IT. SO I AM HAVING TO HAVE IT FIXED MY SELF. THE VEHICLE IS 4 YEARS OLD, I PERSONALLY DO NOT BELIEVE THAT THE PUMP SHOULD BE BAD.

May 23, 2003 Steering 67,000 mi

WHILE THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN THE POWER STEERING PUMP MADE A LOUD NOISE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

May 23, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE POWER STEERING FLUID STARTED TO LEAK WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE CONSUMER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. *NLM

May 23, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 54,285 mi

THE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT ON MY VAN. LUCKILY I WAS AT HOME IN MY DRIVEWAY. CALLED FORD AND THEY SAID THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NO COMPLAINTS AND THEY WOULD NOT COVER IT. SO I AM HAVING TO HAVE IT FIXED MY SELF. THE VEHICLE IS 4 YEARS OLD, I PERSONALLY DO NOT BELIEVE THAT THE PUMP SHOULD BE BAD.

May 23, 2003 Steering 67,000 mi

WHILE THE CONSUMER MADE A TURN THE POWER STEERING PUMP MADE A LOUD NOISE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

May 23, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE POWER STEERING FLUID STARTED TO LEAK WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT FOR THE CONSUMER TO STEER THE VEHICLE. *NLM

May 21, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ONLY MOVE IN REVERSE. *JB

May 21, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ONLY MOVE IN REVERSE. *JB

May 18, 2003 Power Train 58,979 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *JB

May 18, 2003 Power Train 58,979 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *JB

May 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,851 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL 3.8L V6 - BLOWN GASKETS. *JB

May 17, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,851 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR SEL 3.8L V6 - BLOWN GASKETS. *JB

May 14, 2003 Electrical System

THE DRIVER'S WINDOW DID NOT ROLL DOWN BY USING THE SWITCH DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. *JB

May 14, 2003 Structure

THE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE ALL THE WAY, AND THERE WAS NO INDICATION THE DOOR WAS AJAR. *JB

May 14, 2003 Electrical System

THE DRIVER'S WINDOW DID NOT ROLL DOWN BY USING THE SWITCH DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. *JB

May 14, 2003 Structure

THE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE ALL THE WAY, AND THERE WAS NO INDICATION THE DOOR WAS AJAR. *JB

May 13, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

ENGINE REVS UNEXPLAINABLE, CAUSING UNEXPECTED AND DIFFICULT TO CONTROL SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. EXTREME BRAKE APPLICATION NEEDED TO STOP VEHICLE DURING INCIDENTS. HAS OCCURRED IN EXCESS OF 20 TIMES SO FAR DURING THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE, NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. FORD DE...

May 13, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 60,000 mi

ENGINE REVS UNEXPLAINABLE, CAUSING UNEXPECTED AND DIFFICULT TO CONTROL SUDDEN ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE. EXTREME BRAKE APPLICATION NEEDED TO STOP VEHICLE DURING INCIDENTS. HAS OCCURRED IN EXCESS OF 20 TIMES SO FAR DURING THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE, NEARLY CAUSING ACCIDENT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. FORD DE...

May 7, 2003 Power Train 42,000 mi

VEHICLE TRANSMISSION WENT BAD AT 42,000 MILES, FORD WINDSTAR- MANUFACTURE WOULD NOT ASSIST IN REPAIRS, CAUSED FAMILY TO BE STRANDED IN REMOTE AREA. HAD TO HAVE A NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED. HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSTAR. *JB

May 7, 2003 Power Train 42,000 mi

VEHICLE TRANSMISSION WENT BAD AT 42,000 MILES, FORD WINDSTAR- MANUFACTURE WOULD NOT ASSIST IN REPAIRS, CAUSED FAMILY TO BE STRANDED IN REMOTE AREA. HAD TO HAVE A NEW TRANSMISSION INSTALLED. HAVE HAD NUMEROUS OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSTAR. *JB

May 4, 2003 Steering 44,345 mi

AS MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUR FORD WINDSTAR INTO THE DRIVEWAY, A SPRAY OF HOT OIL CAME FROM THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND HIT ME ON THE RIGHT LEG NOT SERIOUS BUT TURNED MY LEG RED FOR A SHORT TIME. APPEARS TO BE POWER STEERING FLUID AS SHE FINISHED BACKING UP THE VEHICLE INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS MAKIN...

May 4, 2003 Steering 44,345 mi

AS MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUR FORD WINDSTAR INTO THE DRIVEWAY, A SPRAY OF HOT OIL CAME FROM THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE AND HIT ME ON THE RIGHT LEG NOT SERIOUS BUT TURNED MY LEG RED FOR A SHORT TIME. APPEARS TO BE POWER STEERING FLUID AS SHE FINISHED BACKING UP THE VEHICLE INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CAR WAS MAKIN...

May 2, 2003 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO ACTIVATE. I SEE THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE ALREADY FILED THIS COMPLAINT, BUT I DON'T SEE ANY ACTION TAKEN. FORD HAS SOLD A CAR WITH A USELESS HORN, WHICH MUST BE IN VIOLATION OF SOME SAFETY REGULATION. *TT

May 2, 2003 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO ACTIVATE. I SEE THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE ALREADY FILED THIS COMPLAINT, BUT I DON'T SEE ANY ACTION TAKEN. FORD HAS SOLD A CAR WITH A USELESS HORN, WHICH MUST BE IN VIOLATION OF SOME SAFETY REGULATION. *TT

May 1, 2003 Power Train 30,800 mi

I HAVE MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND MAINTAIN MY VEHICLES RELIGIOUSLY AS I LIKE TO KEEP THEM AS LONG AS POSSIBLE. WE HAVE A '99 FORD WINDSTAR AND AT 30,800 MILES THE TRANSMISSION GAVE OUT AS MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION. SHE DESCRIBED IT AS A LOUD "BANG" AND THEN IT WOULD NOT GO ANY...

May 1, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO DOWN SHIFT. *NLM

May 1, 2003 Power Train 30,800 mi

I HAVE MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE AND MAINTAIN MY VEHICLES RELIGIOUSLY AS I LIKE TO KEEP THEM AS LONG AS POSSIBLE. WE HAVE A '99 FORD WINDSTAR AND AT 30,800 MILES THE TRANSMISSION GAVE OUT AS MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION. SHE DESCRIBED IT AS A LOUD "BANG" AND THEN IT WOULD NOT GO ANY...

May 1, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO DOWN SHIFT. *NLM

Apr 29, 2003 Seats

A SHARP PIECE OF METAL WAS PROTRUDING FROM THE DRIVER SEAT BACK (LEFT SIDE AT HIP LEVEL). *NLM *SCC

Apr 29, 2003 Seats

A SHARP PIECE OF METAL WAS PROTRUDING FROM THE DRIVER SEAT BACK (LEFT SIDE AT HIP LEVEL). *NLM *SCC

Apr 21, 2003 Power Train 53,000 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *JB

Apr 21, 2003 Power Train 53,000 mi

SUDDEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *JB

Apr 16, 2003 Steering 49,763 mi

THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. THE DEALER STATED THE RACK AND PINION AND POWER STEERING PUMP HAD FAILED. HOWEVER, THEY WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN NOVEMBER 2001 BY THE DEALER. *JB

Apr 16, 2003 Steering 49,763 mi

THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. THE DEALER STATED THE RACK AND PINION AND POWER STEERING PUMP HAD FAILED. HOWEVER, THEY WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN NOVEMBER 2001 BY THE DEALER. *JB

Apr 16, 2003 Power Train 59,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 59,000 MILES HAD UNEXPECTED TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. VEHICLE LURCHED "LIKE IT HAD HIT A BOX" WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP SIGN. VEHICLE WAS IMMEDIATELY STOPPED TO CHECK FOR ANY DEBRIS; NONE FOUND. UPON RE-ENTERING VEHICLE, IT COULD N...

Apr 16, 2003 Steering 49,763 mi

THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. THE DEALER STATED THE RACK AND PINION AND POWER STEERING PUMP HAD FAILED. HOWEVER, THEY WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN NOVEMBER 2001 BY THE DEALER. *JB

Apr 16, 2003 Steering 49,763 mi

THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. THE DEALER STATED THE RACK AND PINION AND POWER STEERING PUMP HAD FAILED. HOWEVER, THEY WERE PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN NOVEMBER 2001 BY THE DEALER. *JB

Apr 16, 2003 Power Train 59,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 59,000 MILES HAD UNEXPECTED TRANSMISSION FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED. VEHICLE LURCHED "LIKE IT HAD HIT A BOX" WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP SIGN. VEHICLE WAS IMMEDIATELY STOPPED TO CHECK FOR ANY DEBRIS; NONE FOUND. UPON RE-ENTERING VEHICLE, IT COULD N...

Apr 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,000 mi

COOLANT LEAKING FROM ENGINE BLOCK. VAN NEVER OVER HEATED. FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS OFTEN TO THE 3.8 L ENGINE....THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS..SHOULD CHANGE FROM ALUMINUM TO STEEL OR ANOTHER METAL THAT WONT CRACK OR WARP SO EASILY. *JB

Apr 7, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 77,000 mi

COOLANT LEAKING FROM ENGINE BLOCK. VAN NEVER OVER HEATED. FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS OFTEN TO THE 3.8 L ENGINE....THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS..SHOULD CHANGE FROM ALUMINUM TO STEEL OR ANOTHER METAL THAT WONT CRACK OR WARP SO EASILY. *JB

Mar 31, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 31, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 31, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 31, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 31, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 31, 2003 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. MR THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL REGARDING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE CONSUMER, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK ON HIGH SPEED OR IN COLD WEATHER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE REPLACEMENT PART WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONSUMER ...

Mar 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE OIL GASKET SHIFTED FROM ITS "SPECIFIED" LOCATION WHICH CAUSED AN EXTREME OIL LEAK FROM THE ENGINE. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON FREQUENTLY. I HAD THE PROBLEM CHECKED TWICE, THE FIRST TIME NUMEROUS CODES OCCURRED, IT WAS RESET AND A SWITCH WAS REPLACED. AUTO SHOP CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE ABS. I KEEP TAKING IT IN AT A COST OF $70 EACH TO HAVE THE PROBLEM RECHECKED BECAUSE THE ABS LIGHT STILL ...

Mar 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE OIL GASKET SHIFTED FROM ITS "SPECIFIED" LOCATION WHICH CAUSED AN EXTREME OIL LEAK FROM THE ENGINE. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON FREQUENTLY. I HAD THE PROBLEM CHECKED TWICE, THE FIRST TIME NUMEROUS CODES OCCURRED, IT WAS RESET AND A SWITCH WAS REPLACED. AUTO SHOP CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE ABS. I KEEP TAKING IT IN AT A COST OF $70 EACH TO HAVE THE PROBLEM RECHECKED BECAUSE THE ABS LIGHT STILL ...

Mar 27, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 13,319 mi

THE ABS MOTOR SWITCH BECAME STUCK WHILE BRAKING AND RESULTED IN NOISE FROM THE ABS SYSTEM. THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF BUT THE NOISE PERSISTED. *NLM *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Power Train 33,400 mi

TRANSMISSION FAIL-FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON. STOPPED AT STOP SIGN AND WHEN I PUT FOOT ON GAS TO GO IT JUST RACED THE ENGINE. GEARS WOULD NOT ENGAGE. NO FOREWARNING AND ONLY 33,000 MILES ON A LIGHTLY DRIVEN CAR! CALLED FORD DEALER AND CORP. AND THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING. FROM WHAT I READ THIS IS A VERY ...

Mar 27, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 13,319 mi

THE ABS MOTOR SWITCH BECAME STUCK WHILE BRAKING AND RESULTED IN NOISE FROM THE ABS SYSTEM. THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF BUT THE NOISE PERSISTED. *NLM *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Power Train 33,400 mi

TRANSMISSION FAIL-FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON. STOPPED AT STOP SIGN AND WHEN I PUT FOOT ON GAS TO GO IT JUST RACED THE ENGINE. GEARS WOULD NOT ENGAGE. NO FOREWARNING AND ONLY 33,000 MILES ON A LIGHTLY DRIVEN CAR! CALLED FORD DEALER AND CORP. AND THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING. FROM WHAT I READ THIS IS A VERY ...

Mar 20, 2003 Steering

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 20, 2003 Visibility

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 20, 2003 Structure

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 20, 2003 Steering

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 20, 2003 Visibility

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 20, 2003 Structure

1/.WINDSHIELD WIPER IS NOT COMPLETELY WIPING OFF WATER ON THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT TRAVELS AT 65 MPH ONLY 1/3 UPPER PART OF WINDSHIELD IS WIPED OF. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON RAINY DAY. 2/ PAINT IS BUBBLING AND PEELING OF FROM THE HOOD. 3/ THE CAR IS HUMBLING AND MAKE NOISE W...

Mar 18, 2003 Electrical System 34,490 mi

WE PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN SEPTEMBER OF 2002. THE DASH LIGHTS, ESPECIALLY THE ODOMETER AND RADIO BLINK. THEY WILL DIM AND BRIGHTEN, DIM AND BRIGHTEN. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC PATTERN. IT IS A RANDOM THING. IT'S ALMOST LIKE THERE IS A SHORT IN THE WIRING OR SOMETHING. THE INCIDENT DATE BE...

Mar 18, 2003 Structure 34,490 mi

WE PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN SEPTEMBER OF 2002. THE DASH LIGHTS, ESPECIALLY THE ODOMETER AND RADIO BLINK. THEY WILL DIM AND BRIGHTEN, DIM AND BRIGHTEN. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC PATTERN. IT IS A RANDOM THING. IT'S ALMOST LIKE THERE IS A SHORT IN THE WIRING OR SOMETHING. THE INCIDENT DATE BE...

Mar 18, 2003 Steering

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SUFFERED A COMPLETE STEERING RACK FAILURE WITH LESS THAN 70,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN INFORMED ME THE ORIGINAL PART WAS PRONE TO EARLY FAILURE AND THE REPLACEMENT COMPONENT WAS MUCH IMPROVED. HOWEVER, IF THERE IS A FLAW IN THE ORIGINAL PART, I FEEL ...

Mar 18, 2003 Electrical System 34,490 mi

WE PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN SEPTEMBER OF 2002. THE DASH LIGHTS, ESPECIALLY THE ODOMETER AND RADIO BLINK. THEY WILL DIM AND BRIGHTEN, DIM AND BRIGHTEN. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC PATTERN. IT IS A RANDOM THING. IT'S ALMOST LIKE THERE IS A SHORT IN THE WIRING OR SOMETHING. THE INCIDENT DATE BE...

Mar 18, 2003 Structure 34,490 mi

WE PURCHASED A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR IN SEPTEMBER OF 2002. THE DASH LIGHTS, ESPECIALLY THE ODOMETER AND RADIO BLINK. THEY WILL DIM AND BRIGHTEN, DIM AND BRIGHTEN. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC PATTERN. IT IS A RANDOM THING. IT'S ALMOST LIKE THERE IS A SHORT IN THE WIRING OR SOMETHING. THE INCIDENT DATE BE...

Mar 18, 2003 Steering

MY 1999 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SUFFERED A COMPLETE STEERING RACK FAILURE WITH LESS THAN 70,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN INFORMED ME THE ORIGINAL PART WAS PRONE TO EARLY FAILURE AND THE REPLACEMENT COMPONENT WAS MUCH IMPROVED. HOWEVER, IF THERE IS A FLAW IN THE ORIGINAL PART, I FEEL ...

Mar 17, 2003 Air Bags 47,379 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE MIDDLE ROW SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND PARTICLES FROM THE BAG CAUSED INJURIES TO THE CHILD OCCUPANT. *JB

Mar 17, 2003 Air Bags 47,379 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE MIDDLE ROW SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND PARTICLES FROM THE BAG CAUSED INJURIES TO THE CHILD OCCUPANT. *JB

Mar 7, 2003 Tires

THE REAR TIRES DID NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED.*JB

Mar 7, 2003 Tires

THE REAR TIRES DID NOT PERFORM AS DESIGNED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED.*JB

Mar 4, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, THE HEAT WENT ON AND OFF, AND IT GAVE OFF A BURNING SMELL. *NLM

Mar 4, 2003 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING THE DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, THE HEAT WENT ON AND OFF, AND IT GAVE OFF A BURNING SMELL. *NLM

Mar 2, 2003 Power Train 78,846 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE FAILURE. 78,000 MILES, NO WARNING GIVEN. DEALER QUOTED $2500.00 FOR REBUILT TRANNY. AS I UNDERSTAND, THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN PLAQUED WITH DRIVETRAIN PROBLEMS. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE FORD BE FORCED TO REPAIR/REPLACE/REIMBURSE OWNERS FOR REPAIRS THAT...

Mar 2, 2003 Power Train 78,846 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR, TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE FAILURE. 78,000 MILES, NO WARNING GIVEN. DEALER QUOTED $2500.00 FOR REBUILT TRANNY. AS I UNDERSTAND, THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN PLAQUED WITH DRIVETRAIN PROBLEMS. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE FORD BE FORCED TO REPAIR/REPLACE/REIMBURSE OWNERS FOR REPAIRS THAT...

Feb 28, 2003 Seats Crash

THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AND DRIVER'S SEAT FAILED. IT FELL COMPLETELY BACK ON THE MIDDLE ROW SEAT. USUALLY MY YOUNGEST CHILD (BABY AT THE TIME) WOULD HAVE BEEN (IN HER CHILD SEAT) IN THE MIDDLE ROW AND I'M SURE SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IF SHE HAD BEEN IN THE VAN THAT DAY. *JB

Feb 28, 2003 Seats Crash

THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AND DRIVER'S SEAT FAILED. IT FELL COMPLETELY BACK ON THE MIDDLE ROW SEAT. USUALLY MY YOUNGEST CHILD (BABY AT THE TIME) WOULD HAVE BEEN (IN HER CHILD SEAT) IN THE MIDDLE ROW AND I'M SURE SHE WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED IF SHE HAD BEEN IN THE VAN THAT DAY. *JB

Feb 27, 2003 Visibility 50,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED INTO PIECES, WITHOUT IMPACT.*JB

Feb 27, 2003 Visibility 50,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED INTO PIECES, WITHOUT IMPACT.*JB

Feb 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THEN RESTARTED.*JB

Feb 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THEN RESTARTED.*JB

Feb 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC. WAS TOLD THAT THE O2(OXYGEN)SENSORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TWO UPSTREAM AND ONE DOWNSTREAM. SECOND OPINION/SOURCE SAID THAT THOSE PARTICULAR PARTS RARELY MALFUNCTION. WAS TOLD THAT PROBLEM COULD SEVERELY DAMAGE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.APPROX. ...

Feb 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 57,000 mi

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC. WAS TOLD THAT THE O2(OXYGEN)SENSORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TWO UPSTREAM AND ONE DOWNSTREAM. SECOND OPINION/SOURCE SAID THAT THOSE PARTICULAR PARTS RARELY MALFUNCTION. WAS TOLD THAT PROBLEM COULD SEVERELY DAMAGE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.APPROX. ...

Feb 21, 2003 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, THE INVESTIGATOR DETERMINED THE FIRE STARTED IN THE WIRING HARNESS IN THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL WELL.*JB

Feb 21, 2003 Electrical System 34,000 mi

THE HORN IS NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO ACTIVATE IN AN EMERGENCY AND EVEN NOT IN AN EMERGENCY.

Feb 21, 2003 Unknown Or Other 50,960 mi

TENSIONER ASSEMBLY AND IDLE PULLEY DEFECTIVE. IF INSPECTING ENGINE, WHILE VAN IS RUNNING AND HOOD UP MAIN BELT MIGHT BREAK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY TO INSPECTOR.

Feb 21, 2003 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, THE INVESTIGATOR DETERMINED THE FIRE STARTED IN THE WIRING HARNESS IN THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL WELL.*JB

Feb 21, 2003 Electrical System 34,000 mi

THE HORN IS NEAR IMPOSSIBLE TO ACTIVATE IN AN EMERGENCY AND EVEN NOT IN AN EMERGENCY.

Feb 21, 2003 Unknown Or Other 50,960 mi

TENSIONER ASSEMBLY AND IDLE PULLEY DEFECTIVE. IF INSPECTING ENGINE, WHILE VAN IS RUNNING AND HOOD UP MAIN BELT MIGHT BREAK AND POSSIBLY CAUSING INJURY TO INSPECTOR.

Feb 14, 2003 Power Train 53,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED.*JB

Feb 14, 2003 Structure

ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, THE SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY.*JB

Feb 14, 2003 Power Train 53,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED.*JB

Feb 14, 2003 Structure

ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, THE SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY.*JB

Feb 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VALVE COVER GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*JB

Feb 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VALVE COVER GASKET NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*JB

Feb 11, 2003 Steering 38,500 mi

POWER STEERIN RACK IS LEAKING FLUID. AFTER HAVING TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP ($335+), BECUASE IT BURNED OUT DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE RACK, ( LEAKING FLUID THROUGH THE RACK, SYSTEM COULDN'T MAINTAIN SYSTEM PRESSURE) I AM NOW FACED WITH HAVING TO REPLACE THE RACK AT A COST OF OVER $600.

Feb 11, 2003 Steering 38,500 mi

POWER STEERIN RACK IS LEAKING FLUID. AFTER HAVING TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING PUMP ($335+), BECUASE IT BURNED OUT DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE RACK, ( LEAKING FLUID THROUGH THE RACK, SYSTEM COULDN'T MAINTAIN SYSTEM PRESSURE) I AM NOW FACED WITH HAVING TO REPLACE THE RACK AT A COST OF OVER $600.

Feb 10, 2003 Power Train 105,780 mi

WE JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. IT HAS 107,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN WE HAD 63,000 MILES, WE HAD TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RACK. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE VEHICLE TO OWN - ESPECIALLY WITH THE EXPENSIVE REPAIRS THAT IT REQUIRES.

Feb 10, 2003 Steering 105,780 mi

WE JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. IT HAS 107,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN WE HAD 63,000 MILES, WE HAD TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RACK. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE VEHICLE TO OWN - ESPECIALLY WITH THE EXPENSIVE REPAIRS THAT IT REQUIRES.

Feb 10, 2003 Power Train 105,780 mi

WE JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. IT HAS 107,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN WE HAD 63,000 MILES, WE HAD TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RACK. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE VEHICLE TO OWN - ESPECIALLY WITH THE EXPENSIVE REPAIRS THAT IT REQUIRES.

Feb 10, 2003 Steering 105,780 mi

WE JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR. IT HAS 107,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN WE HAD 63,000 MILES, WE HAD TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RACK. THIS IS A VERY EXPENSIVE VEHICLE TO OWN - ESPECIALLY WITH THE EXPENSIVE REPAIRS THAT IT REQUIRES.

Feb 9, 2003 Power Train 63,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 63,000 MILES TRANSMISSION FAILURE

Feb 9, 2003 Steering 17,956 mi

TEERING RACK FAILURE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH LESS THAN 18,033 MILES. CAUSED UNSTABLE CONDITION, INCLUDING LACK OF STEERING CONTROL.

Feb 9, 2003 Power Train 63,000 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 63,000 MILES TRANSMISSION FAILURE

Feb 9, 2003 Steering 17,956 mi

TEERING RACK FAILURE ON 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH LESS THAN 18,033 MILES. CAUSED UNSTABLE CONDITION, INCLUDING LACK OF STEERING CONTROL.

Feb 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999. CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR LIT. MANUAL STATES THAT THIS INDICATES A PROBLEM WITH THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. DROP CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR. PARTS ON ORDER. CHECKED FEB. 5, 2003. PARTS STILL ON ORDER. AM TOLD THAT 8 OR SO VEHICLE OWNERS ARE WAITING FOR SAME PARTS.

Feb 8, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 1999. CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR LIT. MANUAL STATES THAT THIS INDICATES A PROBLEM WITH THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. DROP CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR. PARTS ON ORDER. CHECKED FEB. 5, 2003. PARTS STILL ON ORDER. AM TOLD THAT 8 OR SO VEHICLE OWNERS ARE WAITING FOR SAME PARTS.

Feb 5, 2003 Steering 57,224 mi

CONCERNING: 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH WITH 59,000 MILES. RECENTLY OUR VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A STRANGE RUBBING SOUND WHEN TURNING AND RAPIDLY STARTED TO GET WORSE. WE TOOK OUR VAN INTO THE FORD DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE AND WERE TOLD THAT THE TIE ROD ENDS WERE SHOT. THE REPAIRMAN (AT FORD) TOLD US THA...

Feb 5, 2003 Steering 57,224 mi

CONCERNING: 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WITH WITH 59,000 MILES. RECENTLY OUR VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A STRANGE RUBBING SOUND WHEN TURNING AND RAPIDLY STARTED TO GET WORSE. WE TOOK OUR VAN INTO THE FORD DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE AND WERE TOLD THAT THE TIE ROD ENDS WERE SHOT. THE REPAIRMAN (AT FORD) TOLD US THA...

Feb 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING RACK REPLACEMENT (COVERED UNDER WARRANTY). REPAIR OF LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD (NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY).

Feb 4, 2003 Steering

STEERING RACK REPLACEMENT (COVERED UNDER WARRANTY). REPAIR OF LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD (NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY).

Feb 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING RACK REPLACEMENT (COVERED UNDER WARRANTY). REPAIR OF LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD (NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY).

Feb 4, 2003 Steering

STEERING RACK REPLACEMENT (COVERED UNDER WARRANTY). REPAIR OF LEAK IN INTAKE MANIFOLD (NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY).

Feb 3, 2003 Power Train 71,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED @ 71,000 MILES, 3 1/2 YR OLD VEHICLE. REVERSE STILL WORKED, FORWARD GEARS ACTED AS THOUGH IN NEUTRAL.

Feb 3, 2003 Power Train 71,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED @ 71,000 MILES, 3 1/2 YR OLD VEHICLE. REVERSE STILL WORKED, FORWARD GEARS ACTED AS THOUGH IN NEUTRAL.

Jan 29, 2003 Structure 43,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING OFF OF TOP OF 99 WINDSTAR. PRIMER IS STILL INTACT BUT THE PAINT WILL PEEL OFF IN BIG "HUNKS" AND NOW THERE IS A AREA OF APPROX 12"X4" THAT IS JUST PRIMER. THE RAIN GUTTER PAINT IS CRACKED AND WILL PEEL OFF SOON. FORD HOTLINE REFERS TO DEALER, DEALER SAYS IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY. (...

Jan 29, 2003 Steering

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RACK AND PINION FAILURE COULD NOT TURN VEHICLE CAME VERY CLOSE TO A COLLISION THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT ALSO THE VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWERSTEERING FLUID WHICH IS A FIRE HAZARD! FORD REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE NOTIFIED FORD ABOUT THE PREMATURE FAILURE AND THEY DONT SEE...

Jan 29, 2003 Structure 43,000 mi

PAINT IS PEELING OFF OF TOP OF 99 WINDSTAR. PRIMER IS STILL INTACT BUT THE PAINT WILL PEEL OFF IN BIG "HUNKS" AND NOW THERE IS A AREA OF APPROX 12"X4" THAT IS JUST PRIMER. THE RAIN GUTTER PAINT IS CRACKED AND WILL PEEL OFF SOON. FORD HOTLINE REFERS TO DEALER, DEALER SAYS IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY. (...

Jan 29, 2003 Steering

1999 FORD WINDSTAR RACK AND PINION FAILURE COULD NOT TURN VEHICLE CAME VERY CLOSE TO A COLLISION THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT ALSO THE VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWERSTEERING FLUID WHICH IS A FIRE HAZARD! FORD REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE NOTIFIED FORD ABOUT THE PREMATURE FAILURE AND THEY DONT SEE...

Jan 28, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE POWER STEERING PUMP WOULD MAKE A LOUD NOISE WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED TS

Jan 28, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE POWER STEERING PUMP WOULD MAKE A LOUD NOISE WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED TS

Jan 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 5,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING A RECURRING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONDITION. DEALER REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AT OUR EXPENSE (AT 48,000 MILES). CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. VEHICLE IS NOW STALLING WHEN STOPPED OR AT SLOW SPEEDS, SUCH AS PARKING. ENGINE HAS A KN...

Jan 25, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 5,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING A RECURRING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONDITION. DEALER REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS AT OUR EXPENSE (AT 48,000 MILES). CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. VEHICLE IS NOW STALLING WHEN STOPPED OR AT SLOW SPEEDS, SUCH AS PARKING. ENGINE HAS A KN...

Jan 22, 2003 Steering 58,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WITH APPROXIMATELY 50,000 MILES THAT IS USED FOR PLEASURE PURPOSES ONLY. TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING UNIT COMMENCED HOWLING WHENEVER THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. YESTERDAY I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER IN ARCADIA. DURING THE DRIVE TO THE DEALER THE VEHICL...

Jan 22, 2003 Structure

THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE ROOF OF THE VAN. WE FEEL ON A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY THREE YEARS OLD THIS KIND OF THING SHOULD NOT HAAPPEN, THE PRIMER IS SHOWING THROUGH. IN OCTOBER I TOOK THE VAN TOO GET IT LOOKED AT AND AT THAT TIME THE GENTLEMAN I TALKED TO SAID THE FORD REP. HAD TO SEE IT TO...

Jan 22, 2003 Steering 58,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WITH APPROXIMATELY 50,000 MILES THAT IS USED FOR PLEASURE PURPOSES ONLY. TWO DAYS AGO THE POWER STEERING UNIT COMMENCED HOWLING WHENEVER THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. YESTERDAY I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER IN ARCADIA. DURING THE DRIVE TO THE DEALER THE VEHICL...

Jan 22, 2003 Structure

THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE ROOF OF THE VAN. WE FEEL ON A VEHICLE THAT IS ONLY THREE YEARS OLD THIS KIND OF THING SHOULD NOT HAAPPEN, THE PRIMER IS SHOWING THROUGH. IN OCTOBER I TOOK THE VAN TOO GET IT LOOKED AT AND AT THAT TIME THE GENTLEMAN I TALKED TO SAID THE FORD REP. HAD TO SEE IT TO...

Jan 21, 2003 Power Train 43,000 mi

I PULLED OUT OF A RESTAURANT PARKING LOT INTO A ROADWAY MEDIAN SO I COULD MERGE INTO TRAFFIC. WE FELT A JOLT AND HEARD A LOUD "THUNK" SORT OF SOUND. THE ENGINE REVVED UP HIGH SUDDENLY, BUT WE WEREN'T MOVING MUCH. I LET OFF THE GAS. THE VAN ROLLED FOR A BIT, BUT ONCE WE STOPPED IT WOULDN'T GO ANY ...

Jan 21, 2003 Power Train 43,000 mi

I PULLED OUT OF A RESTAURANT PARKING LOT INTO A ROADWAY MEDIAN SO I COULD MERGE INTO TRAFFIC. WE FELT A JOLT AND HEARD A LOUD "THUNK" SORT OF SOUND. THE ENGINE REVVED UP HIGH SUDDENLY, BUT WE WEREN'T MOVING MUCH. I LET OFF THE GAS. THE VAN ROLLED FOR A BIT, BUT ONCE WE STOPPED IT WOULDN'T GO ANY ...

Jan 18, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,200 mi

ON TWO OCCASIONS THE BRAKES IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR FAILED. BOTH OCCASIONS INVOLVED DAMAGE TO MY WINDSTAR. THE FIRST ACCIDENT OCCURED IN NOVEMBER 2002 AND IN THAT ACCIDENT TWO OTHER AUTOS WERE INVOLVED. IN BOTH ACCIDENTS THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE EVEN THOUGH I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES HARD. I TOLD THE ...

Jan 18, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,200 mi

ON TWO OCCASIONS THE BRAKES IN MY 1999 WINDSTAR FAILED. BOTH OCCASIONS INVOLVED DAMAGE TO MY WINDSTAR. THE FIRST ACCIDENT OCCURED IN NOVEMBER 2002 AND IN THAT ACCIDENT TWO OTHER AUTOS WERE INVOLVED. IN BOTH ACCIDENTS THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE EVEN THOUGH I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES HARD. I TOLD THE ...

Jan 17, 2003 Structure

WATER LEAKS INTO THE SEAL OF THE REAR HATCHBACK CAUSING DAMAGE AND MOLD TO BUILD UP IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED.

Jan 17, 2003 Structure

WATER LEAKS INTO THE SEAL OF THE REAR HATCHBACK CAUSING DAMAGE AND MOLD TO BUILD UP IN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED.

Jan 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MUST BE REPLACED. PH

Jan 16, 2003 Unknown Or Other 58,500 mi

ACTUATOR MOTOR NOT WORKING; BROKE THE SWITCH DOOR. THIS OCCURRED DURING WINTER, UNABLE TO DEFROST WINDOWS, FREEZING WEATHER, NO HEAT IN FRONT.

Jan 16, 2003 Visibility 58,500 mi

ACTUATOR MOTOR NOT WORKING; BROKE THE SWITCH DOOR. THIS OCCURRED DURING WINTER, UNABLE TO DEFROST WINDOWS, FREEZING WEATHER, NO HEAT IN FRONT.

Jan 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE DEALER INSTALLED UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE GASKETS AND THE VALVE COVER GASKET WAS REPLACED. THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. *JB

Jan 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. DEALER TOLD CONSUMER THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MUST BE REPLACED. PH

Jan 16, 2003 Unknown Or Other 58,500 mi

ACTUATOR MOTOR NOT WORKING; BROKE THE SWITCH DOOR. THIS OCCURRED DURING WINTER, UNABLE TO DEFROST WINDOWS, FREEZING WEATHER, NO HEAT IN FRONT.

Jan 16, 2003 Visibility 58,500 mi

ACTUATOR MOTOR NOT WORKING; BROKE THE SWITCH DOOR. THIS OCCURRED DURING WINTER, UNABLE TO DEFROST WINDOWS, FREEZING WEATHER, NO HEAT IN FRONT.

Jan 16, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 FORD WINDSTAR. THE DEALER INSTALLED UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE GASKETS AND THE VALVE COVER GASKET WAS REPLACED. THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. *JB

Jan 15, 2003 Power Train 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 15, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 15, 2003 Electrical System 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 15, 2003 Power Train 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 15, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 15, 2003 Electrical System 36,570 mi

MY VAN WAS BARELY OUT OF WARRANTY WHEN THE O/D OFF LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE FORD DEALER TOLD ME THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS A RESULT OF A BROKEN SENSOR WELD ON MY INTAKE MANIFOLD TO THE TUNE OF APPROX. $900. THEY ALSO STATED THAT THE O/D OFF LIGHT MEANT THAT T...

Jan 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITH NO WARNING.DEALER NOTIFIED.*JB

Jan 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITH NO WARNING.DEALER NOTIFIED.*JB

Jan 9, 2003 Power Train 35,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD CAUSING HER TO HAVE TO UNEXPECTEDLY PULL OVER. THE VAN ONLY HAS 35K MILES ON IT. WE HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AFTER SO FEW MILES. AFTER PERUSING THE INTERNET, I DISCOVERED THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLE...

Jan 9, 2003 Power Train 35,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON OUR 1999 FORD WINDSTAR WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD CAUSING HER TO HAVE TO UNEXPECTEDLY PULL OVER. THE VAN ONLY HAS 35K MILES ON IT. WE HAVE TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AFTER SO FEW MILES. AFTER PERUSING THE INTERNET, I DISCOVERED THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLE...

Jan 8, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATES THAT POWER STEERING FLUID IS LEAKING FAST CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BE INOPERABLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 8, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATES THAT POWER STEERING FLUID IS LEAKING FAST CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BE INOPERABLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 6, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SIDE DOORS DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. PH

Jan 6, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE SIDE DOORS DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. PH

Jan 3, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE'S STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO BE FILLED EVERY 30,000 MILES TO MAKE IT HOME. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 3, 2003 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK THE VEHICLE WILL JUMP OUT OF GEAR INTO REVERSE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Jan 3, 2003 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE'S STEERING FLUID WAS LEAKING AND HAD TO BE FILLED EVERY 30,000 MILES TO MAKE IT HOME. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 3, 2003 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK THE VEHICLE WILL JUMP OUT OF GEAR INTO REVERSE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT IS BIG NOISE , DUE TO A FAULTY POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY, DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Dec 17, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT IS BIG NOISE , DUE TO A FAULTY POWER RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY, DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Equipment 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Power Train 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 14, 2002 Equipment 29,131 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANMISSION FAILURE AT 29,131 MILES.

Dec 2, 2002 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEARS WERE REDUCED TO METAL DUST. DT

Dec 2, 2002 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEARS WERE REDUCED TO METAL DUST. DT

Nov 26, 2002 Power Train

Y

Nov 26, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING A SEAL BLEW IN THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHICH CAUSED THE RACK AND PINION TO FAIL. TS

Nov 26, 2002 Power Train

Y

Nov 26, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING A SEAL BLEW IN THE POWER STEERING PUMP WHICH CAUSED THE RACK AND PINION TO FAIL. TS

Nov 20, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE SLIDDING DOORS. ALSO STATED THAT IF SHE OPENS THE DOOR WHILE THE CAR IS NOT RUNNING THE BATTERY WILL DIE ON THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT NOT TO OPEN THE DOOR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT RUNNING ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 20, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE SLIDDING DOORS. ALSO STATED THAT IF SHE OPENS THE DOOR WHILE THE CAR IS NOT RUNNING THE BATTERY WILL DIE ON THE VEHICLE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT NOT TO OPEN THE DOOR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS NOT RUNNING ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ...

Nov 17, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE I CAME TO A STOP AT TRAFFIC SIGNAL. WHEN SIGNAL TURNED GREEN I HAD NO FORWARD VEHICLE ONLY MADE NOISES FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS INCIDENT OCCURED WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION. THIS INCIDENT CAUSED ME AND MY FAMILY TO BE STRANDED ALSO RENDERING US WITHOUT A VEHICLE FOR 2 WEEKS...

Nov 17, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE I CAME TO A STOP AT TRAFFIC SIGNAL. WHEN SIGNAL TURNED GREEN I HAD NO FORWARD VEHICLE ONLY MADE NOISES FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THIS INCIDENT OCCURED WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION. THIS INCIDENT CAUSED ME AND MY FAMILY TO BE STRANDED ALSO RENDERING US WITHOUT A VEHICLE FOR 2 WEEKS...

Nov 14, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING FLUID CONSTANTLY LEAKS DIMINISHING ABILITY TO PROPER CONTROL VEHCILE WHILE DRIVING. MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE STEERING "SHIELD" FAILED CAUSING THE FLUID LOSS. MR

Nov 14, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING FLUID CONSTANTLY LEAKS DIMINISHING ABILITY TO PROPER CONTROL VEHCILE WHILE DRIVING. MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE STEERING "SHIELD" FAILED CAUSING THE FLUID LOSS. MR

Nov 10, 2002 Steering

VERY LOUD GRINDING JET ENGINE SOUND WHEN TURNING AND ALSO WHEN JUST IDLING. THE POWER STEERING FLUID WAS BLACK WITH METAL CHIPS INDICATING THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE PUMP OR RACK AND PINION. I TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP AND THEY FLUSHED THE PUMP. THE NOISE WENT AWAY FOR ONE DAY AND ON MY WAY OUT O...

Nov 10, 2002 Steering

VERY LOUD GRINDING JET ENGINE SOUND WHEN TURNING AND ALSO WHEN JUST IDLING. THE POWER STEERING FLUID WAS BLACK WITH METAL CHIPS INDICATING THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE PUMP OR RACK AND PINION. I TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP AND THEY FLUSHED THE PUMP. THE NOISE WENT AWAY FOR ONE DAY AND ON MY WAY OUT O...

Nov 8, 2002 Steering 50,000 mi

WHILE IN MOTION, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICE BY A TECHNICIAN. THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT THE RACK AND PINION WAS LEAKING FLUID AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TS *JG

Nov 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ACCELERATING AT SPEEDS OF 35 TO 40 THERE IS A KNOCKING PINGING NOISE, TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED A VACUUM HOSE. PROBLEM REOCCURED. CONSUMER STATES THERE IS OIL BEING CONSUMPT SOME WHERE IN VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Nov 8, 2002 Steering 50,000 mi

WHILE IN MOTION, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICE BY A TECHNICIAN. THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT THE RACK AND PINION WAS LEAKING FLUID AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TS *JG

Nov 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ACCELERATING AT SPEEDS OF 35 TO 40 THERE IS A KNOCKING PINGING NOISE, TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY REPLACED A VACUUM HOSE. PROBLEM REOCCURED. CONSUMER STATES THERE IS OIL BEING CONSUMPT SOME WHERE IN VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Nov 6, 2002 Visibility

THE DEFOGGER HEATER VENILATION BLOW OUT COLD AIR. THE BLEND DOOR ARM BROKE OFF THIS IS A PART OF THE HEATER BOX. CAUSING THE WINDOW OF THE VEHICLE TO FOG UP. THE DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. MR

Nov 6, 2002 Visibility

THE DEFOGGER HEATER VENILATION BLOW OUT COLD AIR. THE BLEND DOOR ARM BROKE OFF THIS IS A PART OF THE HEATER BOX. CAUSING THE WINDOW OF THE VEHICLE TO FOG UP. THE DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. MR

Nov 5, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLES ENGINE SHUT DOWN. NO WARNING. NO INJURIES. CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART, VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATES THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDS REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Nov 5, 2002 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLES ENGINE SHUT DOWN. NO WARNING. NO INJURIES. CONSUMER WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART, VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATES THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDS REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Nov 4, 2002 Exterior Lighting 38,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY THE TURN SIGNALS (LEFT AND RIGHT) FAIL TO INDICATE THE DIRECTION THE VEHICLE WILL BE TURNING. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND REPLACED THE DASHBOARD COVER WHICH DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE ODOMETER ALSO STICKS AND ONCE THIS HAPPENS ALL THE OTHER GAUGES STICK AS WELL. THERE ARE NO ...

Nov 4, 2002 Unknown Or Other 38,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY THE TURN SIGNALS (LEFT AND RIGHT) FAIL TO INDICATE THE DIRECTION THE VEHICLE WILL BE TURNING. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND REPLACED THE DASHBOARD COVER WHICH DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE ODOMETER ALSO STICKS AND ONCE THIS HAPPENS ALL THE OTHER GAUGES STICK AS WELL. THERE ARE NO ...

Nov 4, 2002 Exterior Lighting 38,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY THE TURN SIGNALS (LEFT AND RIGHT) FAIL TO INDICATE THE DIRECTION THE VEHICLE WILL BE TURNING. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND REPLACED THE DASHBOARD COVER WHICH DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE ODOMETER ALSO STICKS AND ONCE THIS HAPPENS ALL THE OTHER GAUGES STICK AS WELL. THERE ARE NO ...

Nov 4, 2002 Unknown Or Other 38,000 mi

INTERMITTENTLY THE TURN SIGNALS (LEFT AND RIGHT) FAIL TO INDICATE THE DIRECTION THE VEHICLE WILL BE TURNING. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND REPLACED THE DASHBOARD COVER WHICH DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE ODOMETER ALSO STICKS AND ONCE THIS HAPPENS ALL THE OTHER GAUGES STICK AS WELL. THERE ARE NO ...

Oct 29, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES THAT WATER GETS UNDER THE HOOD OF VEHICLE IN RAINY CONDITIONS CAUSING SERPINTINE BELT TO COME OFF. RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKES, POWER STEERING, ETC. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 29, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 29, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES THAT WATER GETS UNDER THE HOOD OF VEHICLE IN RAINY CONDITIONS CAUSING SERPINTINE BELT TO COME OFF. RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKES, POWER STEERING, ETC. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

Oct 29, 2002 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 28, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING AND TURN EITHER WAY THE VEHICLE MAKES A LOUD NOISE. TS

Oct 28, 2002 Power Train

OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING ON AND OFF. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND CHECKED TRANSMISSION FLUID, WHICH WAS SLIGHTLY LOW. DROVE 8 MILES TO AUTOMOTIVE STORE, PURCHASED FLUID AND REFILLED. PROBLEM ALLEVIATED FOR TWO DAYS, THEN OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AGAIN. DISCONNECTED BATTERY TO RESET SYSTEM...

Oct 28, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING AND TURN EITHER WAY THE VEHICLE MAKES A LOUD NOISE. TS

Oct 28, 2002 Power Train

OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING ON AND OFF. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND CHECKED TRANSMISSION FLUID, WHICH WAS SLIGHTLY LOW. DROVE 8 MILES TO AUTOMOTIVE STORE, PURCHASED FLUID AND REFILLED. PROBLEM ALLEVIATED FOR TWO DAYS, THEN OVERDRIVE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING AGAIN. DISCONNECTED BATTERY TO RESET SYSTEM...

Oct 25, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AND NO WARNING THE OVER DRIVE WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON AND IF WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO SHIFT GEAR ON THE VEHICLE. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED TS

Oct 25, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AND NO WARNING THE OVER DRIVE WARNING LIGHT WILL COME ON AND IF WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO SHIFT GEAR ON THE VEHICLE. DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED TS

Oct 23, 2002 Steering

CONSUMERS NOTICE A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM STEERING AFTER MAKING TURNS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED AND NOTICE A HOSE NEED TO BE REPLACE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

Oct 23, 2002 Steering

CONSUMERS NOTICE A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM STEERING AFTER MAKING TURNS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED AND NOTICE A HOSE NEED TO BE REPLACE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

Oct 20, 2002 Power Train

PREMATURE TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO WARNING. DT

Oct 20, 2002 Power Train

PREMATURE TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO WARNING. DT

Oct 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

PLASTIC FUEL INTAKE WAS DEFECTIVE REPLACED WITH METAL, SHOULD BE MADE WITH METAL. DT

Oct 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

PLASTIC FUEL INTAKE WAS DEFECTIVE REPLACED WITH METAL, SHOULD BE MADE WITH METAL. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN BRAKING THE VEHICLE WILL SHIMMY HEAVILY AND IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Oct 17, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION "LURCHED" INFREQUENTLY FROM DAY OF PURCHASE. I WAS TOLD THIS WAS NORMAL FOR A WINDSTAR. TRANSMISSION FAILED SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHILE IN TRAFFIC. NO ACCIDENT OCCURED BUT EASILY COULD HAVE. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN BRAKING THE VEHICLE WILL SHIMMY HEAVILY AND IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Oct 17, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY. DT

Oct 17, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION "LURCHED" INFREQUENTLY FROM DAY OF PURCHASE. I WAS TOLD THIS WAS NORMAL FOR A WINDSTAR. TRANSMISSION FAILED SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING WHILE IN TRAFFIC. NO ACCIDENT OCCURED BUT EASILY COULD HAVE. DT

Oct 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WITH WARNING THE IDLE GETS DISCONNECTED AND THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND BECAMES INOPERATIVE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED. MR

Oct 9, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WITH WARNING THE IDLE GETS DISCONNECTED AND THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER AND BECAMES INOPERATIVE. DEALER WAS CONTACTED. MR

Oct 3, 2002 Steering

MASSIVE POWERSTEERING /RACK AND PINION LEAK , DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED. MR

Oct 3, 2002 Steering

MASSIVE POWERSTEERING /RACK AND PINION LEAK , DIFFICULT TO STEER AT ANY SPEED. MR

Oct 2, 2002 Unknown Or Other

BAD IRMC, I WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR A $200 DEDUCTIBLE, THEN VAN HAD TO GO BACK TO SHOP (ENGINE LIGHT STILL ON) NOW OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SHAFT IS BAD , THAT WILL BE ANOTHER $200 DEDUCTIBLE/UNABLE TO AFFORD A RENATL CAR DUE TO REPAIRS... TS

Oct 2, 2002 Power Train

I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THEY FIXED THE PROBLEM BUT HE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPS. THE LAST VAN I HAD DID THE SAME THING IT WAS A 1998 WINDSTAR. THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT AND IN 3 MONTHS I HAD TO HAVE THE WHOLE THING REBUILT. *NLM **DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/1...

Oct 2, 2002 Unknown Or Other

BAD IRMC, I WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR A $200 DEDUCTIBLE, THEN VAN HAD TO GO BACK TO SHOP (ENGINE LIGHT STILL ON) NOW OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SHAFT IS BAD , THAT WILL BE ANOTHER $200 DEDUCTIBLE/UNABLE TO AFFORD A RENATL CAR DUE TO REPAIRS... TS

Oct 2, 2002 Power Train

I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THEY FIXED THE PROBLEM BUT HE TRANSMISSION STILL SLIPS. THE LAST VAN I HAD DID THE SAME THING IT WAS A 1998 WINDSTAR. THEY TOLD ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT AND IN 3 MONTHS I HAD TO HAVE THE WHOLE THING REBUILT. *NLM **DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/1...

Sep 30, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR. HAD VEHICLE TOWED. TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *MR

Sep 30, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR. HAD VEHICLE TOWED. TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *MR

Sep 27, 2002 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER FREQUENTLY FOR NO APPARENT REASON. LIGHT SWITCH MANIPULATED BUT DOES NOT SEEM TO AFFECT IT. RADIO VOLUME CHANGES. FAILURE OCCURRENCE SEVERAL TIMES PER DAY. LAST OCCURRENCE WAS YESTERDAY (9/26/02) WHERE THE LIGHTS FLICKERED THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. TS

Sep 27, 2002 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER FREQUENTLY FOR NO APPARENT REASON. LIGHT SWITCH MANIPULATED BUT DOES NOT SEEM TO AFFECT IT. RADIO VOLUME CHANGES. FAILURE OCCURRENCE SEVERAL TIMES PER DAY. LAST OCCURRENCE WAS YESTERDAY (9/26/02) WHERE THE LIGHTS FLICKERED THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. TS

Sep 16, 2002 Electrical System

HORN ASSEMBLY IS HARD TO LOCATE ON STEERING WHEEL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 16, 2002 Electrical System

HORN ASSEMBLY IS HARD TO LOCATE ON STEERING WHEEL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 12, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION WAS REPLACED ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WITHIN 50,000 MILES BY DEALER. HOWEVER, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 12, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION WAS REPLACED ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WITHIN 50,000 MILES BY DEALER. HOWEVER, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 11, 2002 Power Train

ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED TO OPEN. ONE TIME ONE OF THE REAR DOORS SPONTANEOUSLY AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, AND HAD A CHILD IN THE BACK SEAT. PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FIXED EACH TIME BY DEALER UNDER THE WARRANTY BUT PROBLEMS REAPPEAR EVERY TIME.*AK

Sep 11, 2002 Power Train

ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, BOTH REAR DOORS HAVE FAILED TO OPEN. ONE TIME ONE OF THE REAR DOORS SPONTANEOUSLY AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, AND HAD A CHILD IN THE BACK SEAT. PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FIXED EACH TIME BY DEALER UNDER THE WARRANTY BUT PROBLEMS REAPPEAR EVERY TIME.*AK

Sep 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STOPPING AT A LIGHT VEHICLE REVS AS IF FOOT IS ON GAS PEDAL. *AK

Sep 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED AT A LIGHT ENGINE REVS AND VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STOPPING AT A LIGHT VEHICLE REVS AS IF FOOT IS ON GAS PEDAL. *AK

Sep 10, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED AT A LIGHT ENGINE REVS AND VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 3, 2002 Steering

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Power Train

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Power Train

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Structure

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Steering

THE VALVE ON THE RACK AND PINION STEERING DRIED OUT AND NOW LEAKS. THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM MUST BE REPLACED NOW AT A COST OF $600. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT IT IS THE 4TH WINDSTAR HE HAS SEEN WITH THIS SAME PROBLEM IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. I CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND ...

Sep 3, 2002 Steering

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Power Train

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Power Train

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Structure

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE ARE SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH OUT NOW THREE YEAR OLD WINDSTAR THAT HAVE EITHER BEEN CORRECTED TEMPORARILY OR NOT CORRECTED AT ALL. THE MOST PERSISTENT ISSUES ARE WITH THE DRIVETRAIN IN PARTICULAR THE TRANSMISSION WHICH SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN GOING AROUND CORNER OR CLIMBING HILLS AT LOW SPEAD. T...

Sep 3, 2002 Steering

THE VALVE ON THE RACK AND PINION STEERING DRIED OUT AND NOW LEAKS. THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION STEERING SYSTEM MUST BE REPLACED NOW AT A COST OF $600. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT IT IS THE 4TH WINDSTAR HE HAS SEEN WITH THIS SAME PROBLEM IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. I CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND ...

Aug 30, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I TOOK MY VAN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER TOLD ME THE REASON WHY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE A GASKET IS CLOGGED AND IT NEEDS TO BE UNCLOGGED. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME $625 BUT I COMPLAINED. I FEEL THAT I SHOULD NOT BE HAVE ANY KIND CAR PROBLEM BECAUSE I ONLY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR 8 MONTHS...

Aug 30, 2002 Unknown Or Other

I TOOK MY VAN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER TOLD ME THE REASON WHY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE A GASKET IS CLOGGED AND IT NEEDS TO BE UNCLOGGED. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME $625 BUT I COMPLAINED. I FEEL THAT I SHOULD NOT BE HAVE ANY KIND CAR PROBLEM BECAUSE I ONLY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR 8 MONTHS...

Aug 30, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I TOOK MY VAN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER TOLD ME THE REASON WHY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE A GASKET IS CLOGGED AND IT NEEDS TO BE UNCLOGGED. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME $625 BUT I COMPLAINED. I FEEL THAT I SHOULD NOT BE HAVE ANY KIND CAR PROBLEM BECAUSE I ONLY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR 8 MONTHS...

Aug 30, 2002 Unknown Or Other

I TOOK MY VAN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER TOLD ME THE REASON WHY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE A GASKET IS CLOGGED AND IT NEEDS TO BE UNCLOGGED. THEY WANTED TO CHARGE ME $625 BUT I COMPLAINED. I FEEL THAT I SHOULD NOT BE HAVE ANY KIND CAR PROBLEM BECAUSE I ONLY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR 8 MONTHS...

Aug 29, 2002 Interior Lighting

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 29, 2002 Electrical System

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 29, 2002 Power Train

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 29, 2002 Interior Lighting

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 29, 2002 Electrical System

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 29, 2002 Power Train

FIRE UNDER HOOD: PREVIOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS: INTERIORS LIGHTS COMING ON AND STAYING ON, DEALERS UNABLE TO FIND PROBLEM OR DUPLICATE. RADIO TURNING ON AND CHANGING STATIONS, COMPONENTS ON ITS OWN. REPLACED ON 03/06/2000. SLIDING DOORS OPENING WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING AND REFUSING TO CLOSE. DEA...

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING 5-10 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, BEFORE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED VEHICLE BURNED TO THE GROUND.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOST RECENT INCIDENT - ENGINE STALLED WITH COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHEN REDUCING FROM HIGHWAY SPEED TO ~25 MPH DUE TO TRAFFIC CONJESTION ON NORTH SIDE OF CHICAGO AFTER DRIVING ~45 MINUTES IN 95 DEGREE WEATHER WITH AIR CONDITIONING OPERATION. VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART. ILLINOIS DOT PUSHED VEHICLE TO...

Aug 28, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING 5-10 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, BEFORE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED VEHICLE BURNED TO THE GROUND.*AK

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

MOST RECENT INCIDENT - ENGINE STALLED WITH COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHEN REDUCING FROM HIGHWAY SPEED TO ~25 MPH DUE TO TRAFFIC CONJESTION ON NORTH SIDE OF CHICAGO AFTER DRIVING ~45 MINUTES IN 95 DEGREE WEATHER WITH AIR CONDITIONING OPERATION. VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART. ILLINOIS DOT PUSHED VEHICLE TO...

Aug 27, 2002 Seats

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT HAS A PIECE OF METAL THAT HAS PIERCED THROUGH THE SEAT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY STATED PART WAS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, AND SEAT WOULD BE PATCHED UP. METAL IS DANGEROUS AND TEARS CLOTHES UP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 27, 2002 Seats

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT HAS A PIECE OF METAL THAT HAS PIERCED THROUGH THE SEAT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY STATED PART WAS NO LONGER AVAILABLE, AND SEAT WOULD BE PATCHED UP. METAL IS DANGEROUS AND TEARS CLOTHES UP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2002 Seats

THERE IS A SHARP METAL PIECE THAT STICKS OUT OF DRIVER'S SEAT, CUTTING CONSUMER WHEN ENTERING AND EXITING VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 26, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 26, 2002 Seats

THERE IS A SHARP METAL PIECE THAT STICKS OUT OF DRIVER'S SEAT, CUTTING CONSUMER WHEN ENTERING AND EXITING VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Aug 26, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Aug 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING AT MULTIPLE SPEED OR WHEN SLOWING DOWN. VEHICLE BEEN TO A DEALER ONCE, AND ON THREE OCCASIONS AT A REPAIR SHOP, BUT PROBLEM STILLOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING AT MULTIPLE SPEED OR WHEN SLOWING DOWN. VEHICLE BEEN TO A DEALER ONCE, AND ON THREE OCCASIONS AT A REPAIR SHOP, BUT PROBLEM STILLOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 21, 2002 Tires

ALL 4 TIRES CRACKED BETWEEN THE TREADS AND WERE DELAMINATING. *AK

Aug 21, 2002 Tires

ALL 4 TIRES CRACKED BETWEEN THE TREADS AND WERE DELAMINATING. *AK

Aug 20, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER APPLIED ACCELERATOR AT INTERSECTION ENGINE REVVED, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. DEALER REBUILT TRANSMISSION. IN JULY 2002, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT START UP, AGAIN TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER APPLIED ACCELERATOR AT INTERSECTION ENGINE REVVED, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. DEALER REBUILT TRANSMISSION. IN JULY 2002, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT START UP, AGAIN TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

DURING ROUTINE SERVICE MECHANIC NOTICED HEADGASKET HAD BLOWN OUT. PART WAS REPLACED. ON 10 AUGUST 2002, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Unknown Or Other

DURING ROUTINE SERVICE MECHANIC NOTICED HEADGASKET HAD BLOWN OUT. PART WAS REPLACED. ON 10 AUGUST 2002, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Power Train

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN VEHICLE STALLS. IT IS HARD FOR CONSUMER TO KEEP CONTROL VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER APPLIED ACCELERATOR AT INTERSECTION ENGINE REVVED, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. DEALER REBUILT TRANSMISSION. IN JULY 2002, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT START UP, AGAIN TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER APPLIED ACCELERATOR AT INTERSECTION ENGINE REVVED, BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. DEALER REBUILT TRANSMISSION. IN JULY 2002, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT START UP, AGAIN TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

DURING ROUTINE SERVICE MECHANIC NOTICED HEADGASKET HAD BLOWN OUT. PART WAS REPLACED. ON 10 AUGUST 2002, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Unknown Or Other

DURING ROUTINE SERVICE MECHANIC NOTICED HEADGASKET HAD BLOWN OUT. PART WAS REPLACED. ON 10 AUGUST 2002, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE AT DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME.*AK

Aug 20, 2002 Power Train

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN VEHICLE STALLS. IT IS HARD FOR CONSUMER TO KEEP CONTROL VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Aug 13, 2002 Steering

WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY WHEEL LOCKED UP. VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND THEY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RACK AND PINION STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 13, 2002 Steering

WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY WHEEL LOCKED UP. VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND THEY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RACK AND PINION STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 11, 2002 Unknown Or Other 34,200 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR *PH *NLM **DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS**765507

Aug 11, 2002 Unknown Or Other 34,200 mi

1999 FORD WINDSTAR *PH *NLM **DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS**765507

Aug 9, 2002 Power Train

AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP HIT GAS PEDAL TO PULL OFF AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELARATE.ALSO, TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES; HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL OCCURRED. . CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 9, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP HIT GAS PEDAL TO PULL OFF AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELARATE.ALSO, TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES; HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL OCCURRED. . CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 9, 2002 Power Train

AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP HIT GAS PEDAL TO PULL OFF AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELARATE.ALSO, TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES; HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL OCCURRED. . CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 9, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP HIT GAS PEDAL TO PULL OFF AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELARATE.ALSO, TRANSMISSION HAD BLOWN. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES; HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL OCCURRED. . CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Aug 7, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SLOWED TO MAKE A TURN AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN, MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 7, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SLOWED TO MAKE A TURN AND STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN, MAKING AN AWKWARD SOUND. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

Aug 2, 2002 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 20MPH FRONT PAX WHEEL CAME OFF.*AK CONSUMER STATED ALL 5 LUGS SNAPPED AT THE ROTOR, CAUSING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, INDICATING THAT THE LUGS WERE LOOSE.*JB

Aug 2, 2002 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 20MPH FRONT PAX WHEEL CAME OFF.*AK CONSUMER STATED ALL 5 LUGS SNAPPED AT THE ROTOR, CAUSING THE WHEEL TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, INDICATING THAT THE LUGS WERE LOOSE.*JB

Jul 31, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 31, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 30, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL PULL, THERE WILL BE CLICKING NOISE. THEN, WILL LOSE STEERING.CONTACTED DEALER. RACK AND PINON STEERING WENT OUT.*AK

Jul 30, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL PULL, THERE WILL BE CLICKING NOISE. THEN, WILL LOSE STEERING.CONTACTED DEALER. RACK AND PINON STEERING WENT OUT.*AK

Jul 27, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 27, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 26, 2002 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WILL SHUTTER WHEN SPEEDS REACH 35-50 MPH. DEALERSHIP HAS MADE 3 TO 4 ATTEMPTS TO RECTIFY FAILURE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Jul 26, 2002 Power Train

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WILL SHUTTER WHEN SPEEDS REACH 35-50 MPH. DEALERSHIP HAS MADE 3 TO 4 ATTEMPTS TO RECTIFY FAILURE, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Jul 24, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE MAKES UNPLEASANT RUBBING, GROANING NOISES WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED, THE DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE TIE ROD ENDS ARE DEFECTIVE.*JB

Jul 24, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE MAKES UNPLEASANT RUBBING, GROANING NOISES WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED, THE DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE TIE ROD ENDS ARE DEFECTIVE.*JB

Jul 20, 2002 Steering

THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES GRUNTING/HUMMING NOISES WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED. THE MIN-VAN IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND 44,000 MILES. THIS REPAIR SHOULD BE COVERED BY A RECALL.*AK

Jul 20, 2002 Steering

THE POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES GRUNTING/HUMMING NOISES WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED. THE MIN-VAN IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND 44,000 MILES. THIS REPAIR SHOULD BE COVERED BY A RECALL.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CONSUMER TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE DIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO REPLACED THE VALVE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT THE VALVE COVER WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jul 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CONSUMER TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE DIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO REPLACED THE VALVE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT THE VALVE COVER WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jul 18, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CONSUMER TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE DIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO REPLACED THE VALVE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT THE VALVE COVER WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jul 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CONSUMER TOOK FOOT OFF ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE DIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO REPLACED THE VALVE THROTTLE ASSEMBLY. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES THAT THE VALVE COVER WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Jul 15, 2002 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT WORK. DEALER CHECKED VEHICLE, AND INSTALLED A NEW HORN ASSEMBLY, BUT HORN STILL DOES NOT FUNCTION.*AK

Jul 15, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN REMOVING FEET FROM GAS PEDAL VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF AND LOSE POWER STEERING. RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK

Jul 15, 2002 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT WORK. DEALER CHECKED VEHICLE, AND INSTALLED A NEW HORN ASSEMBLY, BUT HORN STILL DOES NOT FUNCTION.*AK

Jul 15, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN REMOVING FEET FROM GAS PEDAL VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF AND LOSE POWER STEERING. RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK

Jul 13, 2002 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 WINDSTAR HAS FAILED PREMATURELY. I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VEHICLE. I AM SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIRS FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFORMATION YOU CAN GIVE ME REGARDING COMPLA...

Jul 13, 2002 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION ON OUR 1999 WINDSTAR HAS FAILED PREMATURELY. I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND OUT THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VEHICLE. I AM SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIRS FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFORMATION YOU CAN GIVE ME REGARDING COMPLA...

Jul 8, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING COMPONENT IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID, RESULTING IN LOSS OF EASE IN CONTROL. VEHICLE HAS BEEN CHECKED BY DEALER.*AK

Jul 8, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING COMPONENT IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID, RESULTING IN LOSS OF EASE IN CONTROL. VEHICLE HAS BEEN CHECKED BY DEALER.*AK

Jul 7, 2002 Steering

EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING WHILE MAKING A TURN IN A PARKING LOT. I NEARLY STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, ALL WHILE MAKING LOW SPEED SHARP TURNS. MY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THE BEARING IN THE POWER STEERING PUMPS FAILS CONTAMINATING THE POWER STEERING FLUID W...

Jul 7, 2002 Steering

EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING WHILE MAKING A TURN IN A PARKING LOT. I NEARLY STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, ALL WHILE MAKING LOW SPEED SHARP TURNS. MY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THE BEARING IN THE POWER STEERING PUMPS FAILS CONTAMINATING THE POWER STEERING FLUID W...

Jul 7, 2002 Steering

EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING WHILE MAKING A TURN IN A PARKING LOT. I NEARLY STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, ALL WHILE MAKING LOW SPEED SHARP TURNS. MY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THE BEARING IN THE POWER STEERING PUMPS FAILS CONTAMINATING THE POWER STEERING FLUID W...

Jul 7, 2002 Steering

EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING WHILE MAKING A TURN IN A PARKING LOT. I NEARLY STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, ALL WHILE MAKING LOW SPEED SHARP TURNS. MY SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TOLD ME THE BEARING IN THE POWER STEERING PUMPS FAILS CONTAMINATING THE POWER STEERING FLUID W...

Jul 6, 2002 Steering

I HAVE FOUND TOO MANY PERSONS ON THE INTERNET WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jul 6, 2002 Steering

I HAVE FOUND TOO MANY PERSONS ON THE INTERNET WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Suspension

DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW UNABLE TO ALIGN VEHICLE.DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jul 5, 2002 Suspension

DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW UNABLE TO ALIGN VEHICLE.DEALER CONTACTED.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Steering 55,000 mi

WHEN MAKING TURNS STEERING IS VERY TIGHT DUE TO POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM VEHICLE. RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS REPLACED.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Steering 55,000 mi

WHEN MAKING TURNS STEERING IS VERY TIGHT DUE TO POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM VEHICLE. RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS REPLACED.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Steering 55,000 mi

WHEN MAKING TURNS STEERING IS VERY TIGHT DUE TO POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM VEHICLE. RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS REPLACED.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Steering 55,000 mi

WHEN MAKING TURNS STEERING IS VERY TIGHT DUE TO POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKING FROM VEHICLE. RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS REPLACED.*AK

Jun 11, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 30-40 MPH HEARD A WHINING NOISE. DEALER DETERMINED FIRST AND SECOND GEARS HAVE GONE OUT. TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jun 11, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 30-40 MPH HEARD A WHINING NOISE. DEALER DETERMINED FIRST AND SECOND GEARS HAVE GONE OUT. TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jun 9, 2002 Tires

2 AMERI-GS60 TIRES FAILED ON OUR FORD WINDSTAR WITHIN 2 MONTHS. FIRST INCIDENT IN MID APRIL. FRONT DRIVER SIDE TREAD SEPARATED AT 55MPH. OUTSIDE TEMP APPROX 70 DEGREES. TIRE REMAINED INFLATED LONG ENOUGH TO REACH NEARBY DISCOUNT TIRE. THEY REPLACED IT AT NO CHARGE AND KEPT TIRE. SECOND INCIDEN...

Jun 9, 2002 Tires

2 AMERI-GS60 TIRES FAILED ON OUR FORD WINDSTAR WITHIN 2 MONTHS. FIRST INCIDENT IN MID APRIL. FRONT DRIVER SIDE TREAD SEPARATED AT 55MPH. OUTSIDE TEMP APPROX 70 DEGREES. TIRE REMAINED INFLATED LONG ENOUGH TO REACH NEARBY DISCOUNT TIRE. THEY REPLACED IT AT NO CHARGE AND KEPT TIRE. SECOND INCIDEN...

Jun 6, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES. THEN, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WENT INTO DITCH AND ROLLED. REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATBELT LATCH PLATE BROKE, AND PASSENGER SUFFERED 11 FRACTURES/ DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED.*AK IT APPEARS THE SEAT BELT ON THE SECOND ROW...

Jun 6, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 55 MP AND, BRAKE PEDAL FELT NORMAL. ABS SYSTEM NEVER KICKED IN. CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO DITCH AND ROLLED OVER. PASSENGER SUFFERED 11 FRACTURES/ DRIVER MINOR INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED.*AK

Jun 6, 2002 Steering

STEERING IS MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS WHICH CAUSES NOISE TO PROGRESS, STEERING WOULD BECOME STIFF WITH SOME BINDING EVEN AFTER POWER STEERING ADDED, CONDITION REMAINED THE SAME. DEALER IS UNABLE TO DETERMINE ACTUAL CAUSE WITH REPLACEMENT OF THE POWER STEERING PUMP/ TIE ROD ENDS, AND RACK ASSEMBLY. *AK...

Jun 6, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES. THEN, LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WENT INTO DITCH AND ROLLED. REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATBELT LATCH PLATE BROKE, AND PASSENGER SUFFERED 11 FRACTURES/ DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED.*AK IT APPEARS THE SEAT BELT ON THE SECOND ROW...

Jun 6, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AT 55 MP AND, BRAKE PEDAL FELT NORMAL. ABS SYSTEM NEVER KICKED IN. CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO DITCH AND ROLLED OVER. PASSENGER SUFFERED 11 FRACTURES/ DRIVER MINOR INJURIES. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED.*AK

Jun 6, 2002 Steering

STEERING IS MAKING WEIRD SOUNDS WHICH CAUSES NOISE TO PROGRESS, STEERING WOULD BECOME STIFF WITH SOME BINDING EVEN AFTER POWER STEERING ADDED, CONDITION REMAINED THE SAME. DEALER IS UNABLE TO DETERMINE ACTUAL CAUSE WITH REPLACEMENT OF THE POWER STEERING PUMP/ TIE ROD ENDS, AND RACK ASSEMBLY. *AK...

Jun 5, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMERS FOOT WAS PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL, AND VEHICLE JUST MADE A NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO. *AK CONSUMER ADDS EVEN THOUGH RECALL 00B51 WAS PERFORMED ON VEHICLE, THE TRANNY, WHICH IS POSSIBLY RELATED TO THE RECALL, FA...

Jun 5, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMERS FOOT WAS PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL, AND VEHICLE JUST MADE A NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO. *AK CONSUMER ADDS EVEN THOUGH RECALL 00B51 WAS PERFORMED ON VEHICLE, THE TRANNY, WHICH IS POSSIBLY RELATED TO THE RECALL, FA...

Jun 5, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMERS FOOT WAS PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL, AND VEHICLE JUST MADE A NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO. *AK CONSUMER ADDS EVEN THOUGH RECALL 00B51 WAS PERFORMED ON VEHICLE, THE TRANNY, WHICH IS POSSIBLY RELATED TO THE RECALL, FA...

Jun 5, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPPED FOR A LIGHT, AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TAKE OFF, VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. CONSUMERS FOOT WAS PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL, AND VEHICLE JUST MADE A NOISE AND WOULD NOT GO. *AK CONSUMER ADDS EVEN THOUGH RECALL 00B51 WAS PERFORMED ON VEHICLE, THE TRANNY, WHICH IS POSSIBLY RELATED TO THE RECALL, FA...

Jun 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

AT 70MPH ENGINE BLEWOUT, AND ANTIFREEZE STARTED TO LEAK FROM VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

AT 70MPH ENGINE BLEWOUT, AND ANTIFREEZE STARTED TO LEAK FROM VEHICLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jun 1, 2002 Seats Crash

BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEAT BACKS FAILED IN A REAR END COLLISION. *AK

Jun 1, 2002 Seats Crash

BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SEAT BACKS FAILED IN A REAR END COLLISION. *AK

May 31, 2002 Structure

WATER IS COMING IN THROUGH PASSENGER'S SIDE FRAME IN THE REAR, CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTS. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES, NO REMEDY.*AK

May 31, 2002 Structure

WATER IS COMING IN THROUGH PASSENGER'S SIDE FRAME IN THE REAR, CAUSING ELECTRICAL SHORTS. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES, NO REMEDY.*AK

May 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 28, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 28, 2002 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 28, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 22, 2002 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WITH DRIVER WINDOW DOWN, REAR DOOR WINDOWS SHATTERED FOR UNKNOWN REASON. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK *JG

May 22, 2002 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WITH DRIVER WINDOW DOWN, REAR DOOR WINDOWS SHATTERED FOR UNKNOWN REASON. DEALER CONTACTED. *AK *JG

May 17, 2002 Structure

POWER SLIDE DOOR AFTER BEING LOCKED DOESN'T STAY LOCKED, OPENS WHILE DRIVING, WHILE IN DRIVEWAY AND IN PUBLIC PLACES. *AK *MJ

May 17, 2002 Structure

POWER SLIDE DOOR AFTER BEING LOCKED DOESN'T STAY LOCKED, OPENS WHILE DRIVING, WHILE IN DRIVEWAY AND IN PUBLIC PLACES. *AK *MJ

May 14, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BROKE OFF WHILE TURNING ON LIGHT SWITCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK *YH

May 14, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BROKE OFF WHILE TURNING ON LIGHT SWITCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK *YH

May 14, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND THAT BECAME WORSE AS CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE STEERING COULD HAVE BEEN LOST, HOWEVER THE STEERING DID GO OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC AND MAY, ALSO THE STEERING COLUMN WAS WORKED ON NOV 16, BUT CONSUMER WAS INF...

May 14, 2002 Structure

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND THAT BECAME WORSE AS CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE STEERING COULD HAVE BEEN LOST, HOWEVER THE STEERING DID GO OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC AND MAY, ALSO THE STEERING COLUMN WAS WORKED ON NOV 16, BUT CONSUMER WAS INF...

May 14, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BROKE OFF WHILE TURNING ON LIGHT SWITCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK *YH

May 14, 2002 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHT SWITCH BROKE OFF WHILE TURNING ON LIGHT SWITCH. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. *AK *YH

May 14, 2002 Steering

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND THAT BECAME WORSE AS CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE STEERING COULD HAVE BEEN LOST, HOWEVER THE STEERING DID GO OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC AND MAY, ALSO THE STEERING COLUMN WAS WORKED ON NOV 16, BUT CONSUMER WAS INF...

May 14, 2002 Structure

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND THAT BECAME WORSE AS CONSUMER WAS DRIVING, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE STEERING COULD HAVE BEEN LOST, HOWEVER THE STEERING DID GO OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC AND MAY, ALSO THE STEERING COLUMN WAS WORKED ON NOV 16, BUT CONSUMER WAS INF...

May 13, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING WENT OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC. OF 2001. I THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO MOISTURE ON THE BELTS. STEERING WENT OUT AGAIN, BRIEFLY ON MAY 10, 2002. AGAIN, I THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO WET BELTS. STEERING BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING,WHINING SOUND ON MAY 12, 2002. WE HAD OUR VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHI...

May 13, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING WENT OUT BRIEFLY IN DEC. OF 2001. I THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO MOISTURE ON THE BELTS. STEERING WENT OUT AGAIN, BRIEFLY ON MAY 10, 2002. AGAIN, I THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO WET BELTS. STEERING BEGAN TO MAKE A LOUD GRINDING,WHINING SOUND ON MAY 12, 2002. WE HAD OUR VAN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHI...

May 9, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING BROKE, AND IT BECAME REAL HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE. *AK

May 9, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING BROKE, AND IT BECAME REAL HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE. *AK

May 8, 2002 Power Train

TOTAL FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION OCCURRED AT 35 MONTHS/48,000 MILES - FORD'S RESPONSE "TOUGH LUCK"!*AK

May 8, 2002 Power Train

TOTAL FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION OCCURRED AT 35 MONTHS/48,000 MILES - FORD'S RESPONSE "TOUGH LUCK"!*AK

May 6, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN SLIDING DOOR OPENS IT DOESN'T STAY OPEN. KIDS CAN GET CAUGHT IN THE DOOR, AND BE SERIOUSLY HURT.*AK

May 6, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN SLIDING DOOR OPENS IT DOESN'T STAY OPEN. KIDS CAN GET CAUGHT IN THE DOOR, AND BE SERIOUSLY HURT.*AK

May 1, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER HAD RECALL 01V262 REPAIRS COMPLETED, HOWEVER AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED BACK TO CONSUMER THERE WAS NO COOLING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER, CONSUMER STATES THAT THE A/C WORKED PRIOR TO HAVING RECALL REPAIRS MADE. *SLC

May 1, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT RECALL 01V261 WAS NOT PERFORMED AS DIRECTED. *SLC

May 1, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER HAD RECALL 01V262 REPAIRS COMPLETED, HOWEVER AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED BACK TO CONSUMER THERE WAS NO COOLING FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER, CONSUMER STATES THAT THE A/C WORKED PRIOR TO HAVING RECALL REPAIRS MADE. *SLC

May 1, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT RECALL 01V261 WAS NOT PERFORMED AS DIRECTED. *SLC

Apr 25, 2002 Steering

ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS STEERING MOMENTARILY LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 25, 2002 Structure

POWER OPERATED SLIDING DOOR MADE A VERY LOUD GRINDING NOISE, THEN UNEXPECTEDLY OPENED, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK *JB

Apr 25, 2002 Structure

POWER OPERATED SLIDING DOOR MADE A VERY LOUD GRINDING NOISE, THEN UNEXPECTEDLY OPENED, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK *JB

Apr 25, 2002 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 25, 2002 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A RATTLING NOISE AND PULLED OVER, THERE WERE 2 LUG NUTS THAT HAD SHEARED OFF, CONSUMER CONTINUED DRIVING WHEN THE WHEEL CAME COMPLETELY OFF, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL, CLAIM 55-S208-332. *SLC

Apr 25, 2002 Steering

ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS STEERING MOMENTARILY LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 25, 2002 Structure

POWER OPERATED SLIDING DOOR MADE A VERY LOUD GRINDING NOISE, THEN UNEXPECTEDLY OPENED, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK *JB

Apr 25, 2002 Structure

POWER OPERATED SLIDING DOOR MADE A VERY LOUD GRINDING NOISE, THEN UNEXPECTEDLY OPENED, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN.*AK *JB

Apr 25, 2002 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 25, 2002 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER HEARD A RATTLING NOISE AND PULLED OVER, THERE WERE 2 LUG NUTS THAT HAD SHEARED OFF, CONSUMER CONTINUED DRIVING WHEN THE WHEEL CAME COMPLETELY OFF, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL, CLAIM 55-S208-332. *SLC

Apr 24, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70-72 MPH, BOTH AIR BAGS DEPOLYED AFTER RUNNING OVER A PIECE OF TIRE TREAD. DEALER AND MANFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 24, 2002 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70-72 MPH, BOTH AIR BAGS DEPOLYED AFTER RUNNING OVER A PIECE OF TIRE TREAD. DEALER AND MANFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 23, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STOPPING AT LIGHT OR MAKING A TURN VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN TURNING VEHICLE OFF AND RESTARTING COMPUTER RESETS, AND DEALER CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM.*AK

Apr 23, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STOPPING AT LIGHT OR MAKING A TURN VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN TURNING VEHICLE OFF AND RESTARTING COMPUTER RESETS, AND DEALER CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET LEAKS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO CUT OFF WITHOUT ANY WARNING.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE, THE ENGINE WOULD HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE CAM SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT SENSOR, REPLACED ALL THE PLUGS WITH PLATINUM, AND REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE GASKETS. *JB

Apr 22, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THE TIE ROD WAS JAMMED.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Visibility

THE WIPER GEAR MOTOR WAS REPLACED.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Exterior Lighting

CONSUMER STATED THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THE POWER STEERING WAS MAKING A NOISE, HOWEVER DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER STATED THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 4 OCCASSIONS, THE DEALER REPLACED BOTH AXLE SEALS AND THE TRANSMISSION SERVO WAS LEAKING, ALSO THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY AT TIMES, AFTER THE THIRD ATTEMPT TO TRY AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM, THE DEALER INSTALLED A REBUILT TRANSMISSION, HOWEVE...

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

HEAD GASKET LEAKS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO CUT OFF WITHOUT ANY WARNING.*AK

Apr 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE, THE ENGINE WOULD HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING, THE DEALER REPLACED THE CAM SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT SENSOR, REPLACED ALL THE PLUGS WITH PLATINUM, AND REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER INTAKE GASKETS. *JB

Apr 22, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THE TIE ROD WAS JAMMED.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Visibility

THE WIPER GEAR MOTOR WAS REPLACED.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Exterior Lighting

CONSUMER STATED THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT WAS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THE POWER STEERING WAS MAKING A NOISE, HOWEVER DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*JB

Apr 22, 2002 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER STATED THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON 4 OCCASSIONS, THE DEALER REPLACED BOTH AXLE SEALS AND THE TRANSMISSION SERVO WAS LEAKING, ALSO THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT PROPERLY AT TIMES, AFTER THE THIRD ATTEMPT TO TRY AND CORRECT THE PROBLEM, THE DEALER INSTALLED A REBUILT TRANSMISSION, HOWEVE...

Apr 20, 2002 Power Train

START VEHICLE PUT INTO DRIVE, VEHICLE WILL SUDDENTLY LUNGE FORWARD (A SUDDEN THRUST) WITHOUT TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. THIS HAPPENS ATLEAST 95 PER-CENT OF THE TIME WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA, 508-996-5611ON MORE THAN ONE OCCA...

Apr 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE PUT GEAR INTO DRIVE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN THRUST, I HAVE MADE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS TAKEN IT TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745, 508-996-5611, , THIS LAST TIME 04/16/02 THEY SAID THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND THEY ORDERED A...

Apr 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE PUT GEAR INTO DRIVE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN THRUST, I HAVE MADE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS TAKEN IT TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT ST, NEW BEDFORD MA 02745, 508-996-5611, THIS LAST TIME 04-16-02 THEY SAID THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND THEY ORDERED A NEW TR...

Apr 20, 2002 Power Train

START VEHICLE PUT INTO DRIVE, VEHICLE WILL SUDDENTLY LUNGE FORWARD (A SUDDEN THRUST) WITHOUT TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL. THIS HAPPENS ATLEAST 95 PER-CENT OF THE TIME WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA, 508-996-5611ON MORE THAN ONE OCCA...

Apr 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE PUT GEAR INTO DRIVE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN THRUST, I HAVE MADE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS TAKEN IT TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT STREET, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745, 508-996-5611, , THIS LAST TIME 04/16/02 THEY SAID THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND THEY ORDERED A...

Apr 20, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE PUT GEAR INTO DRIVE VEHICLE WILL LUNGE FORWARD WITH A SUDDEN THRUST, I HAVE MADE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS TAKEN IT TO ASHLEY FORD, 395 MT PLEASANT ST, NEW BEDFORD MA 02745, 508-996-5611, THIS LAST TIME 04-16-02 THEY SAID THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND THEY ORDERED A NEW TR...

Apr 17, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE AND LOOSING FLUID. NLM

Apr 17, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE AND LOOSING FLUID. NLM

Apr 17, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE AND LOOSING FLUID. NLM

Apr 17, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING MAKING NOISE AND LOOSING FLUID. NLM

Apr 14, 2002 Structure

THE AUTO LOCKING SYSTEM ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR ONLY WORKS INTEMINTANLY. IN SHORT YOU CAN NOT LOCVK THE DRIVER'S DOOR WITH THE LOCK BUTTON. IF YOU DO IT ONLY POPS BACK UP . THE HAETER MALFUNCTIONED TOADY. THE HEATER IN THE DRIVERS COMPARTMENT ONLY BLOWS OUTSIDE AIR. NO HEAT, HOWEVER THE REAR HEAT...

Apr 14, 2002 Structure

THE AUTO LOCKING SYSTEM ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR ONLY WORKS INTEMINTANLY. IN SHORT YOU CAN NOT LOCVK THE DRIVER'S DOOR WITH THE LOCK BUTTON. IF YOU DO IT ONLY POPS BACK UP . THE HAETER MALFUNCTIONED TOADY. THE HEATER IN THE DRIVERS COMPARTMENT ONLY BLOWS OUTSIDE AIR. NO HEAT, HOWEVER THE REAR HEAT...

Apr 10, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY. CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE UNDERNEATH HOOD AREA.*AK

Apr 10, 2002 Steering

POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY. CONSUMER HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE UNDERNEATH HOOD AREA.*AK

Apr 3, 2002 Visibility

FORD REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY DESPITE THE FACT THAT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN #13073 WAS ISSUED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM 5 MONTHS AFTER MY PURCHASE. WITHOUT THE BLEND DOOR MOVEMENT IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO HAVE DEFROSTING OF THE FRONT WINDOWS DURING FREEZING WEATHER...

Apr 3, 2002 Power Train

I WAS STOPPED AT A TOLL BOOTH AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE WHEN A LOUD GRINDING/CLANKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. I THEN HAD NO FORWARD GEARS, HOWEVER REVERSE STILL WORKED. I WAS TOWED TO THE FORD DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THERE WAS "MAJOR INTERNAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGE". THIS SH...

Apr 3, 2002 Visibility

FORD REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY DESPITE THE FACT THAT TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN #13073 WAS ISSUED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM 5 MONTHS AFTER MY PURCHASE. WITHOUT THE BLEND DOOR MOVEMENT IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO HAVE DEFROSTING OF THE FRONT WINDOWS DURING FREEZING WEATHER...

Apr 3, 2002 Power Train

I WAS STOPPED AT A TOLL BOOTH AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE WHEN A LOUD GRINDING/CLANKING SOUND WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. I THEN HAD NO FORWARD GEARS, HOWEVER REVERSE STILL WORKED. I WAS TOWED TO THE FORD DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THERE WAS "MAJOR INTERNAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGE". THIS SH...

Apr 1, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING ALL DAY AND IT SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT FIRE STARTED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON DRIVER'S SIDE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Apr 1, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING ALL DAY AND IT SUDDENLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT FIRE STARTED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT ON DRIVER'S SIDE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Mar 22, 2002 Power Train

WHILE SHIFTING VEHICLE INTO PARK VEHICLE WOULD NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, AND TECHNICIAN REPLACED STEEL PLATE AND REVERSE CLUTCH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 22, 2002 Exterior Lighting

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Unknown Or Other

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Visibility

PASSENGER'S SIDE VIEW MIRROR DOES NOT HEAT OR MOVE BY SWITCH INSIDE VEHICLE.*AK *JB

Mar 22, 2002 Power Train

WHILE SHIFTING VEHICLE INTO PARK VEHICLE WOULD NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, AND TECHNICIAN REPLACED STEEL PLATE AND REVERSE CLUTCH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 22, 2002 Exterior Lighting

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Unknown Or Other

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER NOTICED CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED. AFTER THE THREE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED, THE TRANSMISSON HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE L...

Mar 22, 2002 Visibility

PASSENGER'S SIDE VIEW MIRROR DOES NOT HEAT OR MOVE BY SWITCH INSIDE VEHICLE.*AK *JB

Mar 19, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE CORRECTLY AND DOME LIGHT WILL COME ON. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR COMES AJAR AND THE DOOR LIGHT COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER HAD TRIED TO FIX THE PROBLEM EIGHT TIMES. *YH

Mar 19, 2002 Interior Lighting

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE CORRECTLY AND DOME LIGHT WILL COME ON. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR COMES AJAR AND THE DOOR LIGHT COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER HAD TRIED TO FIX THE PROBLEM EIGHT TIMES. *YH

Mar 19, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE CORRECTLY AND DOME LIGHT WILL COME ON. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR COMES AJAR AND THE DOOR LIGHT COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER HAD TRIED TO FIX THE PROBLEM EIGHT TIMES. *YH

Mar 19, 2002 Interior Lighting

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE CORRECTLY AND DOME LIGHT WILL COME ON. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR COMES AJAR AND THE DOOR LIGHT COMES ON IN THE DASHBOARD. THE DEALER HAD TRIED TO FIX THE PROBLEM EIGHT TIMES. *YH

Mar 18, 2002 Power Train

VAN WAS PURCHASED LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO, HAS BEEN IN AND OUT FOR REPAIRS AT LEAST 5 TIMES, THE FIRST BEING WITHIN 3 WEEKS AFTER IT WAS PURCHASED. I AM A FEMALE SO DO NOT KNOW THE EXACT NATURE OF THE PROBLEMS, BUT BELIEVE THEY WERE ALL RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION, WHICH HAS ALREADY BEEN REPLACED. W...

Mar 18, 2002 Power Train

AFTER REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE ONTO STREET, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD NOISE WHILE THE GEARS WHERE CHANGED TO DRIVE. VEHICLE WOULD NO LONG TO FORWARD, WE WERE ABLE TO PUT IT IN REVERSE AND GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT 41,000 MILES.*AK

Mar 18, 2002 Power Train

VAN WAS PURCHASED LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO, HAS BEEN IN AND OUT FOR REPAIRS AT LEAST 5 TIMES, THE FIRST BEING WITHIN 3 WEEKS AFTER IT WAS PURCHASED. I AM A FEMALE SO DO NOT KNOW THE EXACT NATURE OF THE PROBLEMS, BUT BELIEVE THEY WERE ALL RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION, WHICH HAS ALREADY BEEN REPLACED. W...

Mar 18, 2002 Power Train

AFTER REVERSING FROM A PARKING SPACE ONTO STREET, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD NOISE WHILE THE GEARS WHERE CHANGED TO DRIVE. VEHICLE WOULD NO LONG TO FORWARD, WE WERE ABLE TO PUT IT IN REVERSE AND GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT 41,000 MILES.*AK

Mar 13, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY HEARD A NOISE UNDERNEATH VEHICLE AND TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. *AK

Mar 13, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY HEARD A NOISE UNDERNEATH VEHICLE AND TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. *AK

Mar 12, 2002 Electrical System

ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN COMPUTER. DEALER HAS RESET THE COMPUTER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONSWITHOUT ANY PERMANENT RESULTS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN COMPUTER. DEALER HAS RESET THE COMPUTER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONSWITHOUT ANY PERMANENT RESULTS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Electrical System

ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN COMPUTER. DEALER HAS RESET THE COMPUTER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONSWITHOUT ANY PERMANENT RESULTS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION WITHIN COMPUTER. DEALER HAS RESET THE COMPUTER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONSWITHOUT ANY PERMANENT RESULTS. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 6, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPS MOVING WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 MPH. THIS IS SECOND TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHIN 69,000 MILE OF WEAR. *AK *TT

Mar 6, 2002 Power Train

VEHICLE STOPS MOVING WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 70 MPH. THIS IS SECOND TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHIN 69,000 MILE OF WEAR. *AK *TT

Mar 4, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING HAD TO BE REPLACED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. STEERING FROZE UP, AND THEN IT BECAME HARDER TO STEER VEHICLE. *JG *AK

Mar 4, 2002 Steering

RACK AND PINION STEERING HAD TO BE REPLACED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. STEERING FROZE UP, AND THEN IT BECAME HARDER TO STEER VEHICLE. *JG *AK

Mar 3, 2002 Tires

PURCHASED WHAT THOUGHT WERE NEW TIRES FROM AMERICAN TIRE DEPORT IN 2001. HAD A BLOW-OUT ON ONE REAR TIRE IN JULY. HAD A BLOWOUT WITH SECOND REAR TIRE TWO WEEKS LATER. WHEN WENT TO REPLACE FROM ANOTHER DEALER, WAS TOLD THAT WHAT I THOUGHT WERE NEW TIRES WERE ACTUALLY SECONDS....HAVE SECOND TIRE T...

Mar 3, 2002 Tires

PURCHASED WHAT THOUGHT WERE NEW TIRES FROM AMERICAN TIRE DEPORT IN 2001. HAD A BLOW-OUT ON ONE REAR TIRE IN JULY. HAD A BLOWOUT WITH SECOND REAR TIRE TWO WEEKS LATER. WHEN WENT TO REPLACE FROM ANOTHER DEALER, WAS TOLD THAT WHAT I THOUGHT WERE NEW TIRES WERE ACTUALLY SECONDS....HAVE SECOND TIRE T...

Feb 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND GOING UPHILL, ENGINE STARTED TO KNOCK. AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, IT STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC STATED TO CONSUMER, "SOME ENGINES JUST KNOCK". *JG *AK

Feb 28, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND GOING UPHILL, ENGINE STARTED TO KNOCK. AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM, IT STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC STATED TO CONSUMER, "SOME ENGINES JUST KNOCK". *JG *AK

Feb 25, 2002 Steering

A LEAK DEVELOPED IN POWER STEERING RACK WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO SHAKE WHEN TURNING END EVENTUALLY TO LOSE ALL POWER ASSISTED STEERING. *AK

Feb 25, 2002 Steering

A LEAK DEVELOPED IN POWER STEERING RACK WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO SHAKE WHEN TURNING END EVENTUALLY TO LOSE ALL POWER ASSISTED STEERING. *AK

Feb 21, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT APPEARS ON DASHBOARD PERMANENTLY. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. CONSUMER WILL FURNISH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Feb 21, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT APPEARS ON DASHBOARD PERMANENTLY. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. CONSUMER WILL FURNISH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Feb 15, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FORWARD DRUM BROKE, HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Feb 15, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FORWARD DRUM BROKE, HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Feb 12, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER RECALL, RECALL#01V262000, BY FORD FOR REPAIRS TO THE HEATER BLOWER AND SOME OTHER PART. THE PROBLEM WAS THE REFUSAL OF FORD DEALERS TO LOAN A VEHICLE FOR THE HALF-DAY OR MORE THEY SAID THEY NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR. *YD

Feb 12, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER RECALL, RECALL#01V262000, BY FORD FOR REPAIRS TO THE HEATER BLOWER AND SOME OTHER PART. THE PROBLEM WAS THE REFUSAL OF FORD DEALERS TO LOAN A VEHICLE FOR THE HALF-DAY OR MORE THEY SAID THEY NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR. *YD

Feb 12, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER RECALL, RECALL#01V262000, BY FORD FOR REPAIRS TO THE HEATER BLOWER AND SOME OTHER PART. THE PROBLEM WAS THE REFUSAL OF FORD DEALERS TO LOAN A VEHICLE FOR THE HALF-DAY OR MORE THEY SAID THEY NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR. *YD

Feb 12, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER RECALL, RECALL#01V262000, BY FORD FOR REPAIRS TO THE HEATER BLOWER AND SOME OTHER PART. THE PROBLEM WAS THE REFUSAL OF FORD DEALERS TO LOAN A VEHICLE FOR THE HALF-DAY OR MORE THEY SAID THEY NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR. *YD

Feb 11, 2002 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING HEARD NOISE COMING FROM FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. DEALER REPLACED FRONT WHEEL BEARING. *AK

Feb 11, 2002 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING HEARD NOISE COMING FROM FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEEL. DEALER REPLACED FRONT WHEEL BEARING. *AK

Feb 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WOULD MAKE A "PINGING" NOISE WHILE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED A VALVE COVER IN ENGINE WAS CORRODED, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Feb 5, 2002 Power Train

NO WARNING PRIOR TO FORWARD SUN GEAR FAILURE , GEAR HAD SHEARED OFF AT WELDS CLEANLY. *AK

Feb 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE WOULD MAKE A "PINGING" NOISE WHILE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED A VALVE COVER IN ENGINE WAS CORRODED, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Feb 5, 2002 Power Train

NO WARNING PRIOR TO FORWARD SUN GEAR FAILURE , GEAR HAD SHEARED OFF AT WELDS CLEANLY. *AK

Feb 3, 2002 Power Train

WE KNOW OF NO INCIDENT THAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THIS FAILURE. SEE PHOTO IN EMAIL. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Feb 3, 2002 Power Train

WE KNOW OF NO INCIDENT THAT COULD HAVE CAUSED THIS FAILURE. SEE PHOTO IN EMAIL. NO SAFETY DEFECT LISTED. *AK

Feb 2, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED.*JB

Feb 2, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATED THE DOOR HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE.*JB

Feb 2, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED.*JB

Feb 2, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATED THE DOOR HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE.*JB

Jan 24, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON INCLINE, FACING DOWNWARD, PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. WOULD SLAM SHUT AFTER BEING OPENED. CONTACTED DEALER.*AK

Jan 24, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON INCLINE, FACING DOWNWARD, PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. WOULD SLAM SHUT AFTER BEING OPENED. CONTACTED DEALER.*AK

Jan 18, 2002 Unknown Or Other

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE - CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM, POSSIBLE INTAKE LEAK - WILL HAVE TO REMOVE INTAKE COVERS TO CHECK AT MY EXPENSE WITH NO GUARANTEE THIS IS THE PROBLEM. DOES FORD HAVE ANY SOLUTIONS THAT THEIR DEALERS DON'T KNOW ABOUT?*AK

Jan 18, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE - CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM, POSSIBLE INTAKE LEAK - WILL HAVE TO REMOVE INTAKE COVERS TO CHECK AT MY EXPENSE WITH NO GUARANTEE THIS IS THE PROBLEM. DOES FORD HAVE ANY SOLUTIONS THAT THEIR DEALERS DON'T KNOW ABOUT?*AK

Jan 18, 2002 Unknown Or Other

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE - CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM, POSSIBLE INTAKE LEAK - WILL HAVE TO REMOVE INTAKE COVERS TO CHECK AT MY EXPENSE WITH NO GUARANTEE THIS IS THE PROBLEM. DOES FORD HAVE ANY SOLUTIONS THAT THEIR DEALERS DON'T KNOW ABOUT?*AK

Jan 18, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON TWICE - CAN'T IDENTIFY PROBLEM, POSSIBLE INTAKE LEAK - WILL HAVE TO REMOVE INTAKE COVERS TO CHECK AT MY EXPENSE WITH NO GUARANTEE THIS IS THE PROBLEM. DOES FORD HAVE ANY SOLUTIONS THAT THEIR DEALERS DON'T KNOW ABOUT?*AK

Jan 17, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WILL UNEXPECTEDLY CLOSE WHEN DOOR IS LATCHED IN THE OPEN POSITION. DOOR HAS CLOSED ON A CHILD, BUT HAS NOT CAUSED ANY INJURY. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 40MPH. THE WINDSTAR BEGAN TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHUDDER AND MAKE A LOUD RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT FLASHED AND THE VAN VIOLENTLY BUCKED. WE MANAGED TO GET TO OUR HOUSE. VAN WOULD NOT START AFTER TURNING OFF. DEALER CALLED AND VAN TOWED.DEALER CHECKED PROBLEM AND FOUND T...

Jan 17, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 40MPH. THE WINDSTAR BEGAN TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHUDDER AND MAKE A LOUD RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT FLASHED AND THE VAN VIOLENTLY BUCKED. WE MANAGED TO GET TO OUR HOUSE. VAN WOULD NOT START AFTER TURNING OFF. DEALER CALLED AND VAN TOWED.DEALER CHECKED PROBLEM AND FOUND T...

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR, CAUSING A FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR, CAUSING A FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WILL UNEXPECTEDLY CLOSE WHEN DOOR IS LATCHED IN THE OPEN POSITION. DOOR HAS CLOSED ON A CHILD, BUT HAS NOT CAUSED ANY INJURY. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 40MPH. THE WINDSTAR BEGAN TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHUDDER AND MAKE A LOUD RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT FLASHED AND THE VAN VIOLENTLY BUCKED. WE MANAGED TO GET TO OUR HOUSE. VAN WOULD NOT START AFTER TURNING OFF. DEALER CALLED AND VAN TOWED.DEALER CHECKED PROBLEM AND FOUND T...

Jan 17, 2002 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 40MPH. THE WINDSTAR BEGAN TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHUDDER AND MAKE A LOUD RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT FLASHED AND THE VAN VIOLENTLY BUCKED. WE MANAGED TO GET TO OUR HOUSE. VAN WOULD NOT START AFTER TURNING OFF. DEALER CALLED AND VAN TOWED.DEALER CHECKED PROBLEM AND FOUND T...

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR, CAUSING A FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THERE WAS A SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR, CAUSING A FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO STOP AT A STAND AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING FANS/WIRES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *JG

Jan 11, 2002 Power Train

THE OVERDRIVE OFF LIGHT STARTED FLASHING ON THE 27TH OF DEC.2001 AND THE VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD SHIFTING THROUGH THE GEARS. ON THE 28TH OF DEC. 2001 MY WIFE WAS TAKING IT TO THE DEALER WHEN THE TRANSMISSION HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE ON A 2 LANE ROADS STEEP HILL ON A CURVE, THE VEHICLES ENGINE REVVED...

Jan 11, 2002 Power Train

THE OVERDRIVE OFF LIGHT STARTED FLASHING ON THE 27TH OF DEC.2001 AND THE VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD SHIFTING THROUGH THE GEARS. ON THE 28TH OF DEC. 2001 MY WIFE WAS TAKING IT TO THE DEALER WHEN THE TRANSMISSION HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE ON A 2 LANE ROADS STEEP HILL ON A CURVE, THE VEHICLES ENGINE REVVED...

Jan 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE RAN HOT. ENGINE CHECK SENSORS FAILED AND THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO BLOW. HAD CONTACTED DEALERSHIP FOR ANOTHER ENGINE. *AK

Jan 8, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING ENGINE RAN HOT. ENGINE CHECK SENSORS FAILED AND THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO BLOW. HAD CONTACTED DEALERSHIP FOR ANOTHER ENGINE. *AK

Jan 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING LEFT, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS IN POSITION. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO FORCIBLY BRING WHEEL BACK IN THE CORRECT POSITION. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. CONTACTED DEALER AND FORD MANUFACTURER AND THEY STATED THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO BECAUSE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. *AK CONSUMER ...

Jan 3, 2002 Steering

WHEN TURNING LEFT, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS IN POSITION. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO FORCIBLY BRING WHEEL BACK IN THE CORRECT POSITION. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. CONTACTED DEALER AND FORD MANUFACTURER AND THEY STATED THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO BECAUSE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. *AK CONSUMER ...

Jan 2, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO GEAR, VEHICLE ACCELERATED BY ITSELF. VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO THE POINT WHERE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE. ALSO, VEHICLE WENT SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET BEFORE STOPPING AND CONSUMER STATED NOT SURE HOW VEHICLE STOPPED. CONTACTED DEALER AND DEALER STATED HAD NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEM...

Jan 2, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE INTO GEAR, VEHICLE ACCELERATED BY ITSELF. VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO THE POINT WHERE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE. ALSO, VEHICLE WENT SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET BEFORE STOPPING AND CONSUMER STATED NOT SURE HOW VEHICLE STOPPED. CONTACTED DEALER AND DEALER STATED HAD NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEM...

Dec 27, 2001 Electrical System Fire

01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: THIS RECALL REPAIRS WAS MADE ON THE 7 DEC 01 BY LOUISBURG FORD; LOUISBURG, KS; PHONE # 913/837-5333. ON THE INCIDENT DATE WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH A FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BELEIVED THIS MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER W...

Dec 27, 2001 Equipment Fire

01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: THIS RECALL REPAIRS WAS MADE ON THE 7 DEC 01 BY LOUISBURG FORD; LOUISBURG, KS; PHONE # 913/837-5333. ON THE INCIDENT DATE WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH A FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BELEIVED THIS MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER W...

Dec 27, 2001 Electrical System Fire

01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: THIS RECALL REPAIRS WAS MADE ON THE 7 DEC 01 BY LOUISBURG FORD; LOUISBURG, KS; PHONE # 913/837-5333. ON THE INCIDENT DATE WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH A FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BELEIVED THIS MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER W...

Dec 27, 2001 Equipment Fire

01 V 262 000/AUXILIARY A/C BLOWER MOTOR WIRING: THIS RECALL REPAIRS WAS MADE ON THE 7 DEC 01 BY LOUISBURG FORD; LOUISBURG, KS; PHONE # 913/837-5333. ON THE INCIDENT DATE WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH A FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BELEIVED THIS MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER W...

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 19, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 19, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 14, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

REAR PASSENGER DOOR CANNOT BE OPEND FROM INSIDE, AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CANNOT BE OPEND FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 14, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE FAILED TO START 11 TIMES. EACH TIME THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE CAR WAS "FIXED;" HOWEVER, WITHIN WEEKS THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURED AGAIN. THE DEALERSHIP ONLY CONTACTED THE FORD MANUFACTURING COMPANY TO REQUEST ASSISTANCE IN ASCERTAINING THE NATURE OF THE PROBLEM AND SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATIONS...

Dec 14, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

REAR PASSENGER DOOR CANNOT BE OPEND FROM INSIDE, AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CANNOT BE OPEND FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 14, 2001 Electrical System

VEHICLE FAILED TO START 11 TIMES. EACH TIME THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THE CAR WAS "FIXED;" HOWEVER, WITHIN WEEKS THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURED AGAIN. THE DEALERSHIP ONLY CONTACTED THE FORD MANUFACTURING COMPANY TO REQUEST ASSISTANCE IN ASCERTAINING THE NATURE OF THE PROBLEM AND SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATIONS...

Dec 10, 2001 Visibility

HEATER BLOWER WILL TURN ON AND OFF BY ITSELF. WHEN CONTROLS ARE OFF BLOWER WILL COME ON, AND SOMETIMES WILL STAY ON FOR A WHILE. CONSUMER HAS TO TURN BLOWER OFF AND ON TO SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE PROBLEM.*AK

Dec 10, 2001 Visibility

HEATER BLOWER WILL TURN ON AND OFF BY ITSELF. WHEN CONTROLS ARE OFF BLOWER WILL COME ON, AND SOMETIMES WILL STAY ON FOR A WHILE. CONSUMER HAS TO TURN BLOWER OFF AND ON TO SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE PROBLEM.*AK

Dec 8, 2001 Power Train

THE MECHANIC FOUND THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND SPUN BRASS OFF AND RUINED THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. *YD

Dec 8, 2001 Power Train

THE MECHANIC FOUND THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND SPUN BRASS OFF AND RUINED THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. *YD

Dec 8, 2001 Power Train

THE MECHANIC FOUND THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND SPUN BRASS OFF AND RUINED THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. *YD

Dec 8, 2001 Power Train

THE MECHANIC FOUND THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD FAILED AND SPUN BRASS OFF AND RUINED THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. *YD

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AROUND BUSHING. A MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT PROBLEM COULD BE WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AROUND BUSHING. A MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT PROBLEM COULD BE WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AROUND BUSHING. A MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT PROBLEM COULD BE WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION. *AK

Dec 5, 2001 Steering

VEHICLE IS LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID AROUND BUSHING. A MECHANIC EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND STATED THAT PROBLEM COULD BE WITH RACK AND PINION SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO PRESS, AND AT NIGHT SYMBOL IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER NOTED THAT PROBLEM IS NORMAL FOR A VEHICLE. *AK *SLC

Nov 29, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SUN GEAR SHEARED FROM HOUSING. REQUIRED TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL AND PARTS TOTALING $1855.00. VEHICLE STARTING FROM A DEAD STOP AT INTERSECTION. DRIVER HEARD A NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION AT THE POINT OF FAILURE. STRANDED VEHILCE IN INTERSECTION. REVERSE WORKED BUT ALL FORWARD GEARS INOPER...

Nov 29, 2001 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO PRESS, AND AT NIGHT SYMBOL IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER NOTED THAT PROBLEM IS NORMAL FOR A VEHICLE. *AK *SLC

Nov 29, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. DEALER REPLACED LEFT VALVE COVER WITH A UPDATED VERSION OF PART AND FUEL REGULATOR SUPPLY HOSE. *AK

Nov 29, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SUN GEAR SHEARED FROM HOUSING. REQUIRED TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL AND PARTS TOTALING $1855.00. VEHICLE STARTING FROM A DEAD STOP AT INTERSECTION. DRIVER HEARD A NOISE FROM THE TRANSMISSION AT THE POINT OF FAILURE. STRANDED VEHILCE IN INTERSECTION. REVERSE WORKED BUT ALL FORWARD GEARS INOPER...

Nov 28, 2001 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. IT IS ALSO IMPOSSIBLE TO MODULATE, RESULTING IN ALL-OR- NOTHING OPERATION.*AK

Nov 28, 2001 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. IT IS ALSO IMPOSSIBLE TO MODULATE, RESULTING IN ALL-OR- NOTHING OPERATION.*AK

Nov 27, 2001 Structure

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. KEYLESS REMOTE CONTROL COULD SOMETIMES OPEN AND CLOSE DOOR. THIS CAUSED BATTERY TO BE DRAINED, AND VEHICLE NOT ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR PROBLEM. EACH TIME MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE T...

Nov 27, 2001 Unknown Or Other

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. KEYLESS REMOTE CONTROL COULD SOMETIMES OPEN AND CLOSE DOOR. THIS CAUSED BATTERY TO BE DRAINED, AND VEHICLE NOT ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR PROBLEM. EACH TIME MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE T...

Nov 27, 2001 Structure

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. KEYLESS REMOTE CONTROL COULD SOMETIMES OPEN AND CLOSE DOOR. THIS CAUSED BATTERY TO BE DRAINED, AND VEHICLE NOT ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR PROBLEM. EACH TIME MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE T...

Nov 27, 2001 Unknown Or Other

PASSENGER'S SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE PROPERLY. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. KEYLESS REMOTE CONTROL COULD SOMETIMES OPEN AND CLOSE DOOR. THIS CAUSED BATTERY TO BE DRAINED, AND VEHICLE NOT ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR PROBLEM. EACH TIME MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE T...

Nov 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WOULD MAKE A REAL LOUD NOISE. SOON AFTER THAT STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN AND NOISE CONTINUED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Nov 26, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A TURN STEERING WOULD MAKE A REAL LOUD NOISE. SOON AFTER THAT STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN AND NOISE CONTINUED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Nov 24, 2001 Tires

AT FREEWAY SPEED WE HEARD A LOUD BANG, AND THE VEHICLE LIFTED UP SUDDENLY IN THE REAR, FOLLOWED BY A LOUD SLAPPING SOUND. I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL AND GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE TIRE TREAD HAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF PUNCTURE MARKS OR OTHER DAMAGE TO THE T...

Nov 24, 2001 Tires

AT FREEWAY SPEED WE HEARD A LOUD BANG, AND THE VEHICLE LIFTED UP SUDDENLY IN THE REAR, FOLLOWED BY A LOUD SLAPPING SOUND. I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL AND GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE TIRE TREAD HAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE TIRE. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF PUNCTURE MARKS OR OTHER DAMAGE TO THE T...

Nov 21, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON FOUR OCCASIONS BY DEALER, FROM 28,000 MILES TO PRESENT. CURRENTLY, PROBLEM WAS REOCCURRING. DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING PROBLEM STILL EXISTS RIGHT NOW AND THE UNIT WOULD BE REPLACED AGAIN. *YH

Nov 21, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON FOUR OCCASIONS BY DEALER, FROM 28,000 MILES TO PRESENT. CURRENTLY, PROBLEM WAS REOCCURRING. DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING PROBLEM STILL EXISTS RIGHT NOW AND THE UNIT WOULD BE REPLACED AGAIN. *YH

Nov 21, 2001 Power Train

I HAVE CONTACTED FORD TO SEE IF I COULD GET SOME HELP AND THEY HAVE BEEN GIVING ME THE RUN AROUND. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED WITHIN SUMMARY. *AK

Nov 21, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON FOUR OCCASIONS BY DEALER, FROM 28,000 MILES TO PRESENT. CURRENTLY, PROBLEM WAS REOCCURRING. DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING PROBLEM STILL EXISTS RIGHT NOW AND THE UNIT WOULD BE REPLACED AGAIN. *YH

Nov 21, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING PUMP UNIT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON FOUR OCCASIONS BY DEALER, FROM 28,000 MILES TO PRESENT. CURRENTLY, PROBLEM WAS REOCCURRING. DEALER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING PROBLEM STILL EXISTS RIGHT NOW AND THE UNIT WOULD BE REPLACED AGAIN. *YH

Nov 21, 2001 Power Train

I HAVE CONTACTED FORD TO SEE IF I COULD GET SOME HELP AND THEY HAVE BEEN GIVING ME THE RUN AROUND. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED WITHIN SUMMARY. *AK

Nov 14, 2001 Structure

STARTING OVER A YEAR AGO MY PASSENGER REAR ELECTRIC DOOR STARTED POPPING OPEN WHIIE I WAS DRIVING (SEVERAL INCHES). I HAVE NOW HAD THIS IN FOR SERVICE TEN TIMES AND THE DOOR CONTINUES TO POP OPEN WHILE I AM DRIVING. 'FORD' SO FAR IS UNWILLING TO TAKE MY VEHICLE BACK OR LET ME OUT OF LEASE. I WILL...

Nov 14, 2001 Structure

STARTING OVER A YEAR AGO MY PASSENGER REAR ELECTRIC DOOR STARTED POPPING OPEN WHIIE I WAS DRIVING (SEVERAL INCHES). I HAVE NOW HAD THIS IN FOR SERVICE TEN TIMES AND THE DOOR CONTINUES TO POP OPEN WHILE I AM DRIVING. 'FORD' SO FAR IS UNWILLING TO TAKE MY VEHICLE BACK OR LET ME OUT OF LEASE. I WILL...

Nov 3, 2001 Steering

WHILE TURNING AT A LOW SPEED, NOTICED A BUZZING NOISE. DROVE 4 MILES TO AGENCY WHERE VAN WAS PURCHASED. SERVICE TECH. STATED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER STEERING PUMP. ADVISED NOT T DRIVE VAN HOME. NEXT DAY, THE TECH. STATED THAT THE POWER STEER. PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACE (COST OF $320.). TWO DA...

Nov 3, 2001 Steering

WHILE TURNING AT A LOW SPEED, NOTICED A BUZZING NOISE. DROVE 4 MILES TO AGENCY WHERE VAN WAS PURCHASED. SERVICE TECH. STATED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER STEERING PUMP. ADVISED NOT T DRIVE VAN HOME. NEXT DAY, THE TECH. STATED THAT THE POWER STEER. PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACE (COST OF $320.). TWO DA...

Nov 2, 2001 Seats

THE MAJOR COMPLAINT, THE DRIVER'S SEAT, HAS BEEN REPORTED TO BOTH FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND THE DEALERSHIP - NEITHER OF WHOM HAS SEEN FIT TO ACKNOWLEDGE MY EXISTENCE ON THIS PLANET. THE SEAT WILL NOT ADJUST (LEVER APPARENTLY HAS A PERPETUAL SHORT) - WHICH MEANS I CAN'T SEE COMFORTABLE OVER THE STEERIN...

Nov 2, 2001 Seats

THE MAJOR COMPLAINT, THE DRIVER'S SEAT, HAS BEEN REPORTED TO BOTH FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND THE DEALERSHIP - NEITHER OF WHOM HAS SEEN FIT TO ACKNOWLEDGE MY EXISTENCE ON THIS PLANET. THE SEAT WILL NOT ADJUST (LEVER APPARENTLY HAS A PERPETUAL SHORT) - WHICH MEANS I CAN'T SEE COMFORTABLE OVER THE STEERIN...

Oct 31, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS RECURRING PROBLEM CONTINUES TO FAIL WITHIN ONE TO TWO WEEKS AFTER THE DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED A NEEDED PART. EACH TIME I GET MY VEHICLE BACK IT WORKS FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED TIME AND THE PROBLEM COMES UP AGAIN. THEY REPLACE PARTS ONE BY ONE AND EACH TIME ANOTHER PART ON THE SYSTEM FAILS .ANOTHER...

Oct 31, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS RECURRING PROBLEM CONTINUES TO FAIL WITHIN ONE TO TWO WEEKS AFTER THE DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED A NEEDED PART. EACH TIME I GET MY VEHICLE BACK IT WORKS FOR THE AFOREMENTIONED TIME AND THE PROBLEM COMES UP AGAIN. THEY REPLACE PARTS ONE BY ONE AND EACH TIME ANOTHER PART ON THE SYSTEM FAILS .ANOTHER...

Oct 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS HAD INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURE, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AT ANY SPEED. THIS HAS HAPPENED 20-25 TIMES. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES, COULD NOT FIND A CAUSE. *AK

Oct 24, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS HAD INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURE, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AT ANY SPEED. THIS HAS HAPPENED 20-25 TIMES. VEHICLE TAKEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES, COULD NOT FIND A CAUSE. *AK

Oct 19, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD JUST STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, AND WAS GENTLY ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN SOMETHING POOPED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FOWARD, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE BREAKDOEN WAS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF THE WELD WHICH HOLDS THE DRUM AND THE SECONDARY SUN GEAR TOGETHER.*YD

Oct 19, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD JUST STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, AND WAS GENTLY ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN SOMETHING POOPED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FOWARD, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE BREAKDOEN WAS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF THE WELD WHICH HOLDS THE DRUM AND THE SECONDARY SUN GEAR TOGETHER.*YD

Oct 19, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD JUST STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, AND WAS GENTLY ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN SOMETHING POOPED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FOWARD, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE BREAKDOEN WAS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF THE WELD WHICH HOLDS THE DRUM AND THE SECONDARY SUN GEAR TOGETHER.*YD

Oct 19, 2001 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD JUST STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, AND WAS GENTLY ACCELERATING INTO THE INTERSECTION WHEN SOMETHING POOPED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER GO FOWARD, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE BREAKDOEN WAS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF THE WELD WHICH HOLDS THE DRUM AND THE SECONDARY SUN GEAR TOGETHER.*YD

Oct 17, 2001 Power Train

I BACKED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, PUT VAN IN DRIVE, REACHED ABOUT 25MPH, VAN JUST LOCKED UP(TIRES DID NOT ROLL)...THREW ME FORWARD. I PUT THE VAN IN REVERSE, THEN BACK IN DRIVE, BUT IT STILL WOULDN'T MOVE FORWARD. BACKED BACK INTO DRIVEWAY AND CONTACTED FORD DEALER. AM NOW TOLD "THE TRANSMISSION IS BR...

Oct 17, 2001 Power Train

I BACKED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, PUT VAN IN DRIVE, REACHED ABOUT 25MPH, VAN JUST LOCKED UP(TIRES DID NOT ROLL)...THREW ME FORWARD. I PUT THE VAN IN REVERSE, THEN BACK IN DRIVE, BUT IT STILL WOULDN'T MOVE FORWARD. BACKED BACK INTO DRIVEWAY AND CONTACTED FORD DEALER. AM NOW TOLD "THE TRANSMISSION IS BR...

Oct 15, 2001 Steering

AT 36,500 MILES POWER ASSIST PUMP FAILED TO OPERATE WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER ANY RECALL, AND WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 15, 2001 Steering

AT 36,500 MILES POWER ASSIST PUMP FAILED TO OPERATE WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER ANY RECALL, AND WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Oct 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL IN WHICH HE BELIEVES IS CAUSING THE LIGHT TO COME ON, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMNT THAT WAS INCURRED BY THE DEALER TO JUST EXAMINE IT.*YH

Oct 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL IN WHICH HE BELIEVES IS CAUSING THE LIGHT TO COME ON, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMNT THAT WAS INCURRED BY THE DEALER TO JUST EXAMINE IT.*YH

Oct 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL IN WHICH HE BELIEVES IS CAUSING THE LIGHT TO COME ON, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMNT THAT WAS INCURRED BY THE DEALER TO JUST EXAMINE IT.*YH

Oct 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL IN WHICH HE BELIEVES IS CAUSING THE LIGHT TO COME ON, CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMNT THAT WAS INCURRED BY THE DEALER TO JUST EXAMINE IT.*YH

Oct 10, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER COULD HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING, JUST LIKE WHEN POWER STEERING WAS LOW IN FLUID, CONSUMER THEN TOOK VEHICLE TO TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS, THEY SAID THAT PROBLEM WAS WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING THAT HAD A LEAKAGE. MANUFACTRURER WAS CONTACTED AT THE TIME, BUT COULD NO...

Oct 10, 2001 Electrical System Fire

SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *SLC

Oct 10, 2001 Electrical System Fire

SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *SLC

Oct 10, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER COULD HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM STEERING, JUST LIKE WHEN POWER STEERING WAS LOW IN FLUID, CONSUMER THEN TOOK VEHICLE TO TWO DIFFERENT MECHANICS, THEY SAID THAT PROBLEM WAS WITH RACK AND PINION STEERING THAT HAD A LEAKAGE. MANUFACTRURER WAS CONTACTED AT THE TIME, BUT COULD NO...

Oct 10, 2001 Electrical System Fire

SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *SLC

Oct 10, 2001 Electrical System Fire

SHORT IN THE ALTERNATOR CAUSED VEHICLE FIRE, CLAIM 28-3093-207. *SLC

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE CONSUMER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AS PART OF RECALL, THE DEALER INDICATED THE RECALL WAS NOT TRANSMISSION RELATED AND WANTED TO CHARGE THE CONSUMER FOR FIXING IT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE CONSUMER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AS PART OF RECALL, THE DEALER INDICATED THE RECALL WAS NOT TRANSMISSION RELATED AND WANTED TO CHARGE THE CONSUMER FOR FIXING IT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE CONSUMER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AS PART OF RECALL, THE DEALER INDICATED THE RECALL WAS NOT TRANSMISSION RELATED AND WANTED TO CHARGE THE CONSUMER FOR FIXING IT. *YH

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE CONSUMER BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE AS PART OF RECALL, THE DEALER INDICATED THE RECALL WAS NOT TRANSMISSION RELATED AND WANTED TO CHARGE THE CONSUMER FOR FIXING IT. *YH

Sep 30, 2001 Child Seat

THE PLASTIC SEAM WHERE THE BACK AND SEAT PORTION OF THE CHILD CAR SEAT BROKE. THEREFORE, THE BACK CAN JUST FLOP FRONTWARDS AND BACKWARDS. OUR OTHER SEAT (SAME MODEL) SHOWS STRESS AT THE SAME SEAM (PLASTIC IS A LIGHTER SHADE OF GREY). THE SEATS WERE PURCHASED A YEAR AGO, HAVE NOT BEEN IN A WRECK O...

Sep 30, 2001 Child Seat

THE PLASTIC SEAM WHERE THE BACK AND SEAT PORTION OF THE CHILD CAR SEAT BROKE. THEREFORE, THE BACK CAN JUST FLOP FRONTWARDS AND BACKWARDS. OUR OTHER SEAT (SAME MODEL) SHOWS STRESS AT THE SAME SEAM (PLASTIC IS A LIGHTER SHADE OF GREY). THE SEATS WERE PURCHASED A YEAR AGO, HAVE NOT BEEN IN A WRECK O...

Sep 28, 2001 Visibility

REAR WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V261000, HOWEVER, DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RECALL ONLY COVERED FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 28, 2001 Visibility

REAR WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 01V261000, HOWEVER, DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT RECALL ONLY COVERED FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 25, 2001 Steering

THE POWER STEERING ON THIS VEHICLE WENT OUT AS MY WIFE WAS ROUNDING A CURVE. SHE DESCRIBED IT AS GOING OFF AND COMING BACK ON. WHEN IT STIFFENED UP, SHE TURNED HARDER AND IT LOOSENED UP FAST. THIS CAUSED HER TO GO PARTIALLY OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. SHE GOT IT HOME AND IT WOULD HARDLY TURN WHI...

Sep 25, 2001 Steering

THE POWER STEERING ON THIS VEHICLE WENT OUT AS MY WIFE WAS ROUNDING A CURVE. SHE DESCRIBED IT AS GOING OFF AND COMING BACK ON. WHEN IT STIFFENED UP, SHE TURNED HARDER AND IT LOOSENED UP FAST. THIS CAUSED HER TO GO PARTIALLY OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. SHE GOT IT HOME AND IT WOULD HARDLY TURN WHI...

Sep 24, 2001 Suspension

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE UP THERE IS A NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 24, 2001 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Sep 24, 2001 Suspension

WHEN STARTING VEHICLE UP THERE IS A NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 24, 2001 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Sep 21, 2001 Parking Brake

WHEN EMERGENCY BRAKE IS ON, VEHICLE CAN BE DRIVEN BEFORE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS RELEASED. *AK THE REAR BRAKES WILL NOT HOLD, THEY SEEM TO WEAR OUT FIRST.*YH

Sep 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ENGINE KNOCK SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN JUNE 1999. THE FIRST DOCUMENTED SERVICE AT A FORD DEALER WAS IN SEPTEMBER 1999 AT 5,000 MILES. THE ENGINE KNOCK WAS APPARENT AT HIGHWAY ACCELERATION SPEEDS AND ON SLIGHT HILLS. IT BECAME WORSE OVER TIME. AFTER MY CONTINUED PE...

Sep 21, 2001 Parking Brake

WHEN EMERGENCY BRAKE IS ON, VEHICLE CAN BE DRIVEN BEFORE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS RELEASED. *AK THE REAR BRAKES WILL NOT HOLD, THEY SEEM TO WEAR OUT FIRST.*YH

Sep 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ENGINE KNOCK SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN JUNE 1999. THE FIRST DOCUMENTED SERVICE AT A FORD DEALER WAS IN SEPTEMBER 1999 AT 5,000 MILES. THE ENGINE KNOCK WAS APPARENT AT HIGHWAY ACCELERATION SPEEDS AND ON SLIGHT HILLS. IT BECAME WORSE OVER TIME. AFTER MY CONTINUED PE...

Sep 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE CALIPER ON DRIVER'S SIDE FROZE UP. BRAKES WERE WORN DOWN AND WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. CONTACTED DEALER TO HAVE BRAKES CHECKED BECAUSE OF RECALLS. DEALER NEVER DID SERVICE, AND WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH BRAKES. CONSUMER WENT TO ANOTHER DEALER AND FOUND BRAKE PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 20, 2001 Electrical System

THE MAIN PROCESSOR FAILED. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WHICH AFFECTED THE A/C AND HEATING SYSTEM. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Power Train

THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHIFTING ERRATICALLY AND WAS REVVING UP WHEN BEING DRIVEN, THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Power Train

THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHIFTING ERRATICALLY AND WAS REVVING UP WHEN BEING DRIVEN, THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT BRAKE CALIPER ON DRIVER'S SIDE FROZE UP. BRAKES WERE WORN DOWN AND WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. CONTACTED DEALER TO HAVE BRAKES CHECKED BECAUSE OF RECALLS. DEALER NEVER DID SERVICE, AND WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH BRAKES. CONSUMER WENT TO ANOTHER DEALER AND FOUND BRAKE PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 20, 2001 Electrical System

THE MAIN PROCESSOR FAILED. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WHICH AFFECTED THE A/C AND HEATING SYSTEM. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Power Train

THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHIFTING ERRATICALLY AND WAS REVVING UP WHEN BEING DRIVEN, THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Sep 20, 2001 Power Train

THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHIFTING ERRATICALLY AND WAS REVVING UP WHEN BEING DRIVEN, THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NLM

Sep 7, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION WOULD START TO SHUTTER AT HIGH SPEEDS. CONSUMER STATED THAT AT 53000 MILES TRANSMISSION SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING. *AK *SLC

Sep 7, 2001 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Structure

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION WOULD START TO SHUTTER AT HIGH SPEEDS. CONSUMER STATED THAT AT 52000 MILES TRANSMISSION SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING UNDER WET CONDITIONS POWER ASSISTED STEERING FAILED. DEALER HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT COVER UNDER THE VEHICLE WHICH PROTECTS THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING UNDER WET CONDITIONS POWER ASSISTED STEERING FAILED. DEALER HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT COVER UNDER THE VEHICLE WHICH PROTECTS THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Power Train

MY TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AT 52,000 MILES, AND SINCE I DON'T HAVE AN EXTENDED WARRANTY, I'M STUCK WITH THE BILL. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE THAT A TRANSMISSION ON A NEW VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE!. *AK

Sep 7, 2001 Structure

DOOR HAS CONTINUALLY MALFUNCTIONED INCLUDING OPENING WHILE I AM DRIVING FOR 11 MONTHS. *AK

Sep 7, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION WOULD START TO SHUTTER AT HIGH SPEEDS. CONSUMER STATED THAT AT 53000 MILES TRANSMISSION SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING. *AK *SLC

Sep 7, 2001 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Structure

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT WORK.AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AN OFF ONCE EVERY THREE WEEKS. ALSO, LOCKS STARTED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK BY THEMSELVES. HEADLIGHTS WERE FLICKERING OFF AND ON. FINALLY, THEN HORN FAILED. CONSUMER REPLACED HORN, AND HORN STILL DID NOT WORK. CONSUMER FELT PROBLEMS M...

Sep 7, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION WOULD START TO SHUTTER AT HIGH SPEEDS. CONSUMER STATED THAT AT 52000 MILES TRANSMISSION SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING UNDER WET CONDITIONS POWER ASSISTED STEERING FAILED. DEALER HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT COVER UNDER THE VEHICLE WHICH PROTECTS THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING UNDER WET CONDITIONS POWER ASSISTED STEERING FAILED. DEALER HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THAT COVER UNDER THE VEHICLE WHICH PROTECTS THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Sep 7, 2001 Power Train

MY TRANSMISSION IS GOING OUT AT 52,000 MILES, AND SINCE I DON'T HAVE AN EXTENDED WARRANTY, I'M STUCK WITH THE BILL. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE THAT A TRANSMISSION ON A NEW VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE!. *AK

Sep 7, 2001 Structure

DOOR HAS CONTINUALLY MALFUNCTIONED INCLUDING OPENING WHILE I AM DRIVING FOR 11 MONTHS. *AK

Sep 6, 2001 Power Train

WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY. AFTER TAKING IT TO GET A NEW ONE PUT IN WE FOUND THAT IT WAS NEVER SEALED/MOUNTED ON THE BOTTOM. ABSOLUTLY NO ADHESIVE CONTACT WHAT SO EVER. ALSO AT 28755 MILES THE O/D LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE CAR CLUCKED WHILE MAKING TURNS AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REP...

Sep 6, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY. AFTER TAKING IT TO GET A NEW ONE PUT IN WE FOUND THAT IT WAS NEVER SEALED/MOUNTED ON THE BOTTOM. ABSOLUTLY NO ADHESIVE CONTACT WHAT SO EVER. ALSO AT 28755 MILES THE O/D LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE CAR CLUCKED WHILE MAKING TURNS AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REP...

Sep 6, 2001 Structure

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS WILL OPEN WITH THE REMOTE OR CONSOLE CONTROL, BUT GET STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND WILL NOT CLOSE WITH THE REMOTE OR CONSOLE CONTROL, CLOSING THE DOORS MANUALLY IS VERY DIFFICULT AND THEY DO NOT ALWAYS CLOSE ON THE FIRST OR SECOND TRY MANUALLY, THE DOOR CAN APPEAR TO BE CLO...

Sep 6, 2001 Seats

THE POWER CAPTAIN SEAT WAS REPLACED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE FRAME, CONSUMER STATES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT, THE ARMREST WILL NOT STAY ATTACHED TO THE SEAT AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ARMREST WILL JUST POP OFF, THROWING THE DRIVER OFF BALANCE.*JB

Sep 6, 2001 Seats

THE POWER CAPTAIN SEAT WAS REPLACED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE FRAME, CONSUMER STATES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT, THE ARMREST WILL NOT STAY ATTACHED TO THE SEAT AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ARMREST WILL JUST POP OFF, THROWING THE DRIVER OFF BALANCE.*JB

Sep 6, 2001 Power Train

WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY. AFTER TAKING IT TO GET A NEW ONE PUT IN WE FOUND THAT IT WAS NEVER SEALED/MOUNTED ON THE BOTTOM. ABSOLUTLY NO ADHESIVE CONTACT WHAT SO EVER. ALSO AT 28755 MILES THE O/D LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE CAR CLUCKED WHILE MAKING TURNS AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REP...

Sep 6, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD CRACKED WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY. AFTER TAKING IT TO GET A NEW ONE PUT IN WE FOUND THAT IT WAS NEVER SEALED/MOUNTED ON THE BOTTOM. ABSOLUTLY NO ADHESIVE CONTACT WHAT SO EVER. ALSO AT 28755 MILES THE O/D LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE CAR CLUCKED WHILE MAKING TURNS AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REP...

Sep 6, 2001 Structure

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS WILL OPEN WITH THE REMOTE OR CONSOLE CONTROL, BUT GET STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION AND WILL NOT CLOSE WITH THE REMOTE OR CONSOLE CONTROL, CLOSING THE DOORS MANUALLY IS VERY DIFFICULT AND THEY DO NOT ALWAYS CLOSE ON THE FIRST OR SECOND TRY MANUALLY, THE DOOR CAN APPEAR TO BE CLO...

Sep 6, 2001 Seats

THE POWER CAPTAIN SEAT WAS REPLACED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE FRAME, CONSUMER STATES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT, THE ARMREST WILL NOT STAY ATTACHED TO THE SEAT AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ARMREST WILL JUST POP OFF, THROWING THE DRIVER OFF BALANCE.*JB

Sep 6, 2001 Seats

THE POWER CAPTAIN SEAT WAS REPLACED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE FRAME, CONSUMER STATES SINCE THE REPLACEMENT, THE ARMREST WILL NOT STAY ATTACHED TO THE SEAT AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ARMREST WILL JUST POP OFF, THROWING THE DRIVER OFF BALANCE.*JB

Sep 5, 2001 Equipment

RECALL 01V262000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 01S26 CONCERNING AIR CONDITIONER:FAN: MOTOR:WIRING. CONSUMER CALLED MANUFACTURER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND MANUFACTURER STATED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS BRANDED. ON TWO OTHER RECALLS CONSUMER HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET BECAUSE M...

Sep 5, 2001 Visibility

RECALL 01V26100/,MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 01S25 CONCERNING WINDSHIELD WIPER: MOTOR. CONSUMER CALLED MANUFACTURER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND MANUFACTURER STATED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS BRANDED . ON TWO OTHER RECALLS CONSUMER HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET BECAUSE...

Sep 5, 2001 Equipment

RECALL 01V262000/ MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 01S26 CONCERNING AIR CONDITIONER:FAN: MOTOR:WIRING. CONSUMER CALLED MANUFACTURER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND MANUFACTURER STATED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS BRANDED. ON TWO OTHER RECALLS CONSUMER HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET BECAUSE M...

Sep 5, 2001 Visibility

RECALL 01V26100/,MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 01S25 CONCERNING WINDSHIELD WIPER: MOTOR. CONSUMER CALLED MANUFACTURER ABOUT RECALL REPAIRS, AND MANUFACTURER STATED CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER RECALL BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS BRANDED . ON TWO OTHER RECALLS CONSUMER HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET BECAUSE...

Sep 4, 2001 Steering

MY WIFE ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT WHILE TRYING TO STEER THE CAR OFF THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY EXIT 102.*AK

Sep 4, 2001 Steering

MY WIFE ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT WHILE TRYING TO STEER THE CAR OFF THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY EXIT 102.*AK

Sep 1, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

MY GRANDSON FELL OUT OF THE VAN BECUSE THE DOOR LOCKS WERE NOT WORKING...THEY LOCK BUT DO NOT STAY LOCKED. *AK

Sep 1, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

MY GRANDSON FELL OUT OF THE VAN BECUSE THE DOOR LOCKS WERE NOT WORKING...THEY LOCK BUT DO NOT STAY LOCKED. *AK

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

A LEAK DEVELOPED IN POWER STEERING RACK WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO LOSE ALL POWER ASSISTED STEERING. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND WAS REPAIRING THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

BINDING/KLUNKING/GROAN WHEN TURNING WHEN COLD WEATHER WORKING W/ FORD FOR OVER TWO YEARS ON PROBLEM /REPLACED RACK, HOSES /REPOSITIONED POWER STEERING HOSES/ FINALLY WENT TO ARBITRATION AND FORD BOUGHT BACK VEHICLE BEFORE GOING TO ARBITRATION BOARD

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

BINDING/KLUNKING/GROAN WHEN TURNING WHEN COLD WEATHER WORKING W/ FORD FOR OVER TWO YEARS ON PROBLEM /REPLACED RACK, HOSES /REPOSITIONED POWER STEERING HOSES/ FINALLY WENT TO ARBITRATION AND FORD BOUGHT BACK VEHICLE BEFORE GOING TO ARBITRATION BOARD

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

A LEAK DEVELOPED IN POWER STEERING RACK WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO LOSE ALL POWER ASSISTED STEERING. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND WAS REPAIRING THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

BINDING/KLUNKING/GROAN WHEN TURNING WHEN COLD WEATHER WORKING W/ FORD FOR OVER TWO YEARS ON PROBLEM /REPLACED RACK, HOSES /REPOSITIONED POWER STEERING HOSES/ FINALLY WENT TO ARBITRATION AND FORD BOUGHT BACK VEHICLE BEFORE GOING TO ARBITRATION BOARD

Aug 29, 2001 Steering

BINDING/KLUNKING/GROAN WHEN TURNING WHEN COLD WEATHER WORKING W/ FORD FOR OVER TWO YEARS ON PROBLEM /REPLACED RACK, HOSES /REPOSITIONED POWER STEERING HOSES/ FINALLY WENT TO ARBITRATION AND FORD BOUGHT BACK VEHICLE BEFORE GOING TO ARBITRATION BOARD

Aug 28, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DOORS WILL OCCASIONALLY NOT CLOSE, WILL START TO CLOSE THEN RE-OPEN OR WILL FAIL TO OPEN. WHEN THEY FAIL TO CLOSE IT WILL BE EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO GET THEM TO CLOSE. SIMILARLY, WHEN THEY FAIL TO OPEN THEY WILL NEED TO BE FORCED OPEN. THIS OCCURS WITH SMALL CHILDREN IN THE CAR.*AK

Aug 28, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

DOORS WILL OCCASIONALLY NOT CLOSE, WILL START TO CLOSE THEN RE-OPEN OR WILL FAIL TO OPEN. WHEN THEY FAIL TO CLOSE IT WILL BE EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO GET THEM TO CLOSE. SIMILARLY, WHEN THEY FAIL TO OPEN THEY WILL NEED TO BE FORCED OPEN. THIS OCCURS WITH SMALL CHILDREN IN THE CAR.*AK

Aug 26, 2001 Structure

THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE WITHOUT SLAMMING IT. IT FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS CAUGHT IN THE DOOR. A FEW DAYS LATER THE DOOR POPPED OPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DOOR WAS LOCKED. IT DID NOT OPEN ALL OF THE WAY. I DROVE STRAIGHT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. NO...

Aug 26, 2001 Structure

THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE WITHOUT SLAMMING IT. IT FELT LIKE SOMETHING WAS CAUGHT IN THE DOOR. A FEW DAYS LATER THE DOOR POPPED OPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DOOR WAS LOCKED. IT DID NOT OPEN ALL OF THE WAY. I DROVE STRAIGHT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. NO...

Aug 21, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGERS DOORS COMES OPEN INTERMITTENTLY. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 21, 2001 Structure

AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOORS MALFUNCTION ON A REGULAR BASIS. THEY DO NOT SHUT ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT AND ONE OF THE REAR DOORS (PASSENGER SIDE) WILL OPEN AND SHUT WHILE THE VAN IS MOVING (IN REVERSE). SOMETIMES IT WILL TAKE UP TO 10 ATTEMPTS TO GET THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR TO SHUT, MY KIDS CALL IT TH...

Aug 21, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGERS DOORS COMES OPEN INTERMITTENTLY. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 21, 2001 Structure

AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOORS MALFUNCTION ON A REGULAR BASIS. THEY DO NOT SHUT ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT AND ONE OF THE REAR DOORS (PASSENGER SIDE) WILL OPEN AND SHUT WHILE THE VAN IS MOVING (IN REVERSE). SOMETIMES IT WILL TAKE UP TO 10 ATTEMPTS TO GET THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR TO SHUT, MY KIDS CALL IT TH...

Aug 15, 2001 Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT HOLD VEHICLE. DEALER (WESTLIE FORD, CAMAS WA) WOULD NOT ADJUST IT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE PARKING IS NOT INTENDED TO HOLD THE VEHICLE. IT IS ONLY THERE TO ASSIST THE "PARK" SETTING ON THE TRANSMISSION! IF THE BRAKE IS NOT TRULY ADJUSTABLE, THEN THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW.*AK

Aug 15, 2001 Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT HOLD VEHICLE. DEALER (WESTLIE FORD, CAMAS WA) WOULD NOT ADJUST IT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE PARKING IS NOT INTENDED TO HOLD THE VEHICLE. IT IS ONLY THERE TO ASSIST THE "PARK" SETTING ON THE TRANSMISSION! IF THE BRAKE IS NOT TRULY ADJUSTABLE, THEN THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW.*AK

Aug 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 9, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 9, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 9, 2001 Unknown Or Other

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 60MP VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND DIED WITHOUT WARNING ,RESULTING IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. AFTER VEHICLE HAD STALLED OUT "LOW OIL PRESSURE" INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE. *AK DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE WHY VEHICLE STALLED, HOWEVER STATED THAT THE PCM WAS CANADIAN OR ...

Aug 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL STALL AT ANY SPEED/ ANY TIME. STALLED 8 TIMES IN 20 MINUTES. VEHICLE AT DEALER AT THIS TIME, STILL TRYING TO FIND CAUSE. *AK AT TIMES THE VEHICLE CAN NOT BE RESTARTED, THIS OCCURS IMEDIATELY PRIOR TO WHEN IT STALLS, THE RPM INDICATOR DROPS DOWN TO ZERO THEN WITHIN THE NEXT 3-5 SECONDS ...

Aug 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WILL STALL AT ANY SPEED/ ANY TIME. STALLED 8 TIMES IN 20 MINUTES. VEHICLE AT DEALER AT THIS TIME, STILL TRYING TO FIND CAUSE. *AK AT TIMES THE VEHICLE CAN NOT BE RESTARTED, THIS OCCURS IMEDIATELY PRIOR TO WHEN IT STALLS, THE RPM INDICATOR DROPS DOWN TO ZERO THEN WITHIN THE NEXT 3-5 SECONDS ...

Aug 1, 2001 Power Train Fire

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION AT HIGHWAY SPEED; FLUID SPILLED ONTO ROAD CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; COMPLAINED TO DEALER ABOUT HARD SHIFTING FROM 1-2; AND VAN SURGING FORWARD WHEN COMING TO A STOP; DEALER CLAIMED NO PROBLEM PERFORMED B51 SERVICE UPDATE PRIOR TO PROBLEM; OVERDRIVE SLIPS IN AND OU...

Aug 1, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION AT HIGHWAY SPEED; FLUID SPILLED ONTO ROAD CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; COMPLAINED TO DEALER ABOUT HARD SHIFTING FROM 1-2; AND VAN SURGING FORWARD WHEN COMING TO A STOP; DEALER CLAIMED NO PROBLEM PERFORMED B51 SERVICE UPDATE PRIOR TO PROBLEM; OVERDRIVE SLIPS IN AND OU...

Aug 1, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WILL STALL AT LOW IDLE, ENGINE ALWAYS REVS VERY HIGH AT START UP, THEN CALMS DOWN, ALSO ENGINE STALL IF AIR CONDITION IS ON WHILE PARKED.*JB

Aug 1, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES HE HAS NEVER BEEN ABLE TO ACTIVATE HORN, HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO ACTIVATE DURING DANGEROUS NEAR-CRASH SITUATIONS.*JB

Aug 1, 2001 Power Train Fire

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION AT HIGHWAY SPEED; FLUID SPILLED ONTO ROAD CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; COMPLAINED TO DEALER ABOUT HARD SHIFTING FROM 1-2; AND VAN SURGING FORWARD WHEN COMING TO A STOP; DEALER CLAIMED NO PROBLEM PERFORMED B51 SERVICE UPDATE PRIOR TO PROBLEM; OVERDRIVE SLIPS IN AND OU...

Aug 1, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control Fire

FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION AT HIGHWAY SPEED; FLUID SPILLED ONTO ROAD CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; COMPLAINED TO DEALER ABOUT HARD SHIFTING FROM 1-2; AND VAN SURGING FORWARD WHEN COMING TO A STOP; DEALER CLAIMED NO PROBLEM PERFORMED B51 SERVICE UPDATE PRIOR TO PROBLEM; OVERDRIVE SLIPS IN AND OU...

Aug 1, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WILL STALL AT LOW IDLE, ENGINE ALWAYS REVS VERY HIGH AT START UP, THEN CALMS DOWN, ALSO ENGINE STALL IF AIR CONDITION IS ON WHILE PARKED.*JB

Aug 1, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER STATES HE HAS NEVER BEEN ABLE TO ACTIVATE HORN, HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO ACTIVATE DURING DANGEROUS NEAR-CRASH SITUATIONS.*JB

Jul 31, 2001 Power Train Fire

TRANSMISSION FAILED, SEAL BROKEN; AND TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMPED ONTO HIGHWAY, CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; TRANSMISSION TO BE REPLACED; COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH THIS MODEL; PLEASE RECALL. *AK

Jul 31, 2001 Power Train Fire

TRANSMISSION FAILED, SEAL BROKEN; AND TRANSMISSION FLUID PUMPED ONTO HIGHWAY, CAUGHT FIRE UNDER ENGINE COMPARTMENT; TRANSMISSION TO BE REPLACED; COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH THIS MODEL; PLEASE RECALL. *AK

Jul 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS THE 13 MAJOR REPAIR ON THIS MINIVAN. I HAVE HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS. NO AFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS THE 13 MAJOR REPAIR ON THIS MINIVAN. I HAVE HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS. NO AFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK

Jul 23, 2001 Structure

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 23, 2001 Interior Lighting

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 23, 2001 Electrical System

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 23, 2001 Structure

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 23, 2001 Interior Lighting

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 23, 2001 Electrical System

PASSENGER POWER DOOR UNLATCHES WHILE DRIVING, SPECIFICALLY AROUND CORNERS. SLOW SPEEDS-PULLING OUT OF PARKING LOTS. DOOR IS ALSO NOT SHUTTING. MUST BE PHYSICALLY CLOSED. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AN OFF WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION WITH KEY IN IGNITION. CLICKING SOUND FROM TURN SIGNAL COMES ON SPORA...

Jul 13, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS FORD WINDSTAR LX HAS EXPERIENCED THE ENGINE JUST SUDDENLY QUITTING WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROADWAYS. THE FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED THE DAY I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE, WHEREBY I DROVE IT HOME AND EVEN TEST DROVE IT WITHOUT INCIDENT. HOWEVER, WHEN I GOT HOME MY DAUGHTER WANTED TO TAKE IT FOR A SPIN AND...

Jul 13, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS FORD WINDSTAR LX HAS EXPERIENCED THE ENGINE JUST SUDDENLY QUITTING WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROADWAYS. THE FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED THE DAY I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE, WHEREBY I DROVE IT HOME AND EVEN TEST DROVE IT WITHOUT INCIDENT. HOWEVER, WHEN I GOT HOME MY DAUGHTER WANTED TO TAKE IT FOR A SPIN AND...

Jul 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN REACHING 20MPH VEHICLE WILL START TO SHAKE SOON AFTER IT WILL SHUT OFF. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Jul 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN REACHING 20MPH VEHICLE WILL START TO SHAKE SOON AFTER IT WILL SHUT OFF. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK

Jul 8, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jul 8, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 22, 2001 Visibility Crash

CONSUMER WAS BACKING UP WHILE GOING 5MPH. THEN, VEHICLE BACK ENDED, HITTING AN "L" SHAPE POLE. TAILGATE WINDOW SHATERRED. TAILGATE WAS HIT RIGHT BELOW THE WINDOW WHEN IT SHATTERED. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T REFER CONSUMER TO DEALER. *AK

Jun 22, 2001 Visibility Crash

CONSUMER WAS BACKING UP WHILE GOING 5MPH. THEN, VEHICLE BACK ENDED, HITTING AN "L" SHAPE POLE. TAILGATE WINDOW SHATERRED. TAILGATE WAS HIT RIGHT BELOW THE WINDOW WHEN IT SHATTERED. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T REFER CONSUMER TO DEALER. *AK

Jun 21, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN DRIVER HEARD A UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOP WHER EMECHANIC NOTICED THAT POWER STEERIING FLUID WAS LEAKING, AND RACK AND PINION HAD COMPLETELY BLOWN OUT. DEALER REPLACED RACK AND PINION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS....

Jun 21, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN DRIVER HEARD A UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOP WHER EMECHANIC NOTICED THAT POWER STEERIING FLUID WAS LEAKING, AND RACK AND PINION HAD COMPLETELY BLOWN OUT. DEALER REPLACED RACK AND PINION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS....

Jun 21, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN DRIVER HEARD A UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOP WHER EMECHANIC NOTICED THAT POWER STEERIING FLUID WAS LEAKING, AND RACK AND PINION HAD COMPLETELY BLOWN OUT. DEALER REPLACED RACK AND PINION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS....

Jun 21, 2001 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN DRIVER HEARD A UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO REPAIR SHOP WHER EMECHANIC NOTICED THAT POWER STEERIING FLUID WAS LEAKING, AND RACK AND PINION HAD COMPLETELY BLOWN OUT. DEALER REPLACED RACK AND PINION. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS....

Jun 15, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 15, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Steering

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Steering

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Steering

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 11, 2001 Steering

I HAVE HAD MORE THAN 4 PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR IN PAST TWO YEARS THAT HAVE BEEN MAJOR PROBLEMS. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SEE IF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD AS MUCH PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND THE VAN IT'S SELF. *AK

Jun 9, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 9, 2001 Electrical System

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING HAS BEEN MAKING NOISE FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS. IT IS LOUD ENOUGH THAT OTHERS TURN AND STARE. IN ADDITION, IT NOW SHUDDERS AND GRINDS WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL AT A SLOW SPEED. IT IS NOT AS EASY TO STEER ALTHOUGH IT IS NOT AS HARD AS WITHOUT POWER STEERING. I HAVE BEEN CONTINUALLY TOLD F...

Jun 5, 2001 Electrical System

GETTING SPARK KNOCK FROM THE ENGINE AND GOING BACK IN FOR THE FOURTH TIME FOR THE SAME PROBLEM! VERY UNHAPPY FORD CUSTOMER AT THIS POINT. *AK

Jun 5, 2001 Steering

POWER STEERING HAS BEEN MAKING NOISE FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS. IT IS LOUD ENOUGH THAT OTHERS TURN AND STARE. IN ADDITION, IT NOW SHUDDERS AND GRINDS WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL AT A SLOW SPEED. IT IS NOT AS EASY TO STEER ALTHOUGH IT IS NOT AS HARD AS WITHOUT POWER STEERING. I HAVE BEEN CONTINUALLY TOLD F...

Jun 5, 2001 Electrical System

GETTING SPARK KNOCK FROM THE ENGINE AND GOING BACK IN FOR THE FOURTH TIME FOR THE SAME PROBLEM! VERY UNHAPPY FORD CUSTOMER AT THIS POINT. *AK

Jun 2, 2001 Steering

MY MECHANIC HAS SUGGESTED THAT I CONTACT YOU, I HAVE CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY, AND THEY ARE NOT BEING OF ANY ASSISTANCE. MY MECHANIC HAS STATED THAT WITH THE NUMBER OF MILES ON MY VEHICLE, THE ITEMS THAT HAVE FAILED SHOULD NOT HAVE, AND IS UNSAFE. PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO GO ABOUT GETTING SOME HEL...

Jun 2, 2001 Steering

MY MECHANIC HAS SUGGESTED THAT I CONTACT YOU, I HAVE CONTACTED FORD MOTOR COMPANY, AND THEY ARE NOT BEING OF ANY ASSISTANCE. MY MECHANIC HAS STATED THAT WITH THE NUMBER OF MILES ON MY VEHICLE, THE ITEMS THAT HAVE FAILED SHOULD NOT HAVE, AND IS UNSAFE. PLEASE TELL ME HOW TO GO ABOUT GETTING SOME HEL...

May 31, 2001 Wheels

LUGS: NUTS: BOLTS ON RIGHT FRONT WHEEL HAVE SHEARED OFF. DEALER WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT PROBLEM.*AK

May 31, 2001 Wheels

LUGS: NUTS: BOLTS ON RIGHT FRONT WHEEL HAVE SHEARED OFF. DEALER WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT PROBLEM.*AK

May 26, 2001 Power Train

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 26, 2001 Power Train

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 26, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 26, 2001 Power Train

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 26, 2001 Power Train

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 26, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

MY WIFE CALLED ME AT WORK STATING THAT THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE VAN AS SHE PARKED IT IN THE GARAGE. I WENT HOME AND POPPED THE HOOD AND DID A VISUAL INSPECTION AND DISCOVERED NOTHING. I WAS GOING TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE VAN AND LISTEN WHILE SHE STARTED IT TO SEE IF I COULD PINPO...

May 21, 2001 Electrical System

HORN WILL ONLY BLOW IF HORN IS HIT AT DIRECT CENTER AND WITH A LOT OF FORCE. CONSUMER WAS RUN OFF THE ROAD BY ANOTHER VEHICLE SINCE SHE WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE SPOT FOR HORN. *AK

May 21, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Electrical System

HORN WILL ONLY BLOW IF HORN IS HIT AT DIRECT CENTER AND WITH A LOT OF FORCE. CONSUMER WAS RUN OFF THE ROAD BY ANOTHER VEHICLE SINCE SHE WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE SPOT FOR HORN. *AK

May 21, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 21, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION JERKS HARSHLY INTO SECOND GEAR AFTER SLOWING DOWN AND ACCELERATING ESPECIALLY ON INCLINE. DEALER REPLACED SOLENOIDS AND TORQUE CONVERTER AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. AFTER RETURNING TO DEALER THEY STATE IT NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. STEERING MAKES LOUD GRINDING NOISES WHEN TURNING. DEALER R...

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 7, 2001 Tires

AT ANNUAL INSPECTION ON MAY 4, 2001, WITH 21,000 MILES ON CAR, THE ORIGINAL GENERAL TIRES WERE DECERTIFIED DUE TO DRY ROT, CRACKING, AND VISIBLE WEAR BARS ON TIRES. TIRES WERE JUST SHORT OF 2 YEARS OLD, WITH 21,000 MILES ON THEM.*AK (TIRESIZE: P215/70R15)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P215/70R15 )

May 7, 2001 Tires

AT ANNUAL INSPECTION ON MAY 4, 2001, WITH 21,000 MILES ON CAR, THE ORIGINAL GENERAL TIRES WERE DECERTIFIED DUE TO DRY ROT, CRACKING, AND VISIBLE WEAR BARS ON TIRES. TIRES WERE JUST SHORT OF 2 YEARS OLD, WITH 21,000 MILES ON THEM.*AK (TIRESIZE: P215/70R15)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P215/70R15 )

May 4, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHENEVER DRIVING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WOULD EXPERIENCE A RATTLING NOISE NEAR ENGINE AREA. VEHICLE DOES NOT SHAKE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. TAKEN TO DEALERSHP AT LEAST TWICE FOR PROBLEM, BUT MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 4, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHENEVER DRIVING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED WOULD EXPERIENCE A RATTLING NOISE NEAR ENGINE AREA. VEHICLE DOES NOT SHAKE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. TAKEN TO DEALERSHP AT LEAST TWICE FOR PROBLEM, BUT MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 1, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

MY 1999 WINDSTAR HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE IN BUMPER TO BUMBER SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC. IT WILL ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE FORWARD WHILE YOUR FOOT IS NOT ON THE BRAKE OR ON THE GAS. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THREE FORD DELEARSHIPS AND ARE UNABLE TO GET IT FIXED. WE HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IS NORMAL WITH FO...

May 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION COOLANT LINE BUSTED, THE DEALER REPLACED THE LINE WITH A RUBBER HOSE AND TWO CLAMPS INSTEAD OF REPLACING IT WITH ANOTHER LINE, THE REPLACEMENT HOSE HAS BEGUN TO LEAK. NLM

May 1, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

MY 1999 WINDSTAR HAS SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE IN BUMPER TO BUMBER SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC. IT WILL ALL OF A SUDDEN ACCELERATE FORWARD WHILE YOUR FOOT IS NOT ON THE BRAKE OR ON THE GAS. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THREE FORD DELEARSHIPS AND ARE UNABLE TO GET IT FIXED. WE HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IS NORMAL WITH FO...

May 1, 2001 Power Train

THE TRANSMISSION COOLANT LINE BUSTED, THE DEALER REPLACED THE LINE WITH A RUBBER HOSE AND TWO CLAMPS INSTEAD OF REPLACING IT WITH ANOTHER LINE, THE REPLACEMENT HOSE HAS BEGUN TO LEAK. NLM

Apr 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PREMATURE WEAR OF BRAKE ROTORS. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Apr 27, 2001 Air Bags

WHEN IT RAINS SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATES WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING AIRBAGS TO BE INOPERABLE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK

Apr 27, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

PREMATURE WEAR OF BRAKE ROTORS. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Apr 27, 2001 Air Bags

WHEN IT RAINS SRS LIGHT ILLUMINATES WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING AIRBAGS TO BE INOPERABLE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK

Apr 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

HAVE HAD REPEATED SERVICE VISITS FOR LIGHT TO EXTREME ENGINE KNOCKING. DEALER TOLD ME TO USE PREMIUM GAS TO SOLVE KNOCKING. KNOCKING WENT AWAY WITH PREMIUM. DEALER THEN TRIED COMPUTER ADJUSTMENT AND GOING BACK TO REGULAR GAS. KNOCKING SOLVED FOR 2 WEEKS THEN RETURNED. DEALER SAID TO GO BACK TO ...

Apr 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

HAVE HAD REPEATED SERVICE VISITS FOR LIGHT TO EXTREME ENGINE KNOCKING. DEALER TOLD ME TO USE PREMIUM GAS TO SOLVE KNOCKING. KNOCKING WENT AWAY WITH PREMIUM. DEALER THEN TRIED COMPUTER ADJUSTMENT AND GOING BACK TO REGULAR GAS. KNOCKING SOLVED FOR 2 WEEKS THEN RETURNED. DEALER SAID TO GO BACK TO ...

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AT 3000 MILES BRAKE PADS WERE SQUEAKING, YESTERDAY WHILE DRYING CONSUMER PRESSED BRAKES AND THERE WERE NO BRAKES.*AK

Apr 23, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AT 3000 MILES BRAKE PADS WERE SQUEAKING, YESTERDAY WHILE DRYING CONSUMER PRESSED BRAKES AND THERE WERE NO BRAKES.*AK

Apr 19, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER WAS ON ROAD TRAVELING TO FLORIDA AND FOUND A NAIL IN TIRE. CONSUMER WENT TO 4 DIFFERENT TIRE CENTERS TO GET TIRE PLUGGED, AND WAS TOLD THAT TIRE WAS DEFECTIVE, AND THEY COULDN'T HELP. TREAD HAD STARTED SEPERATING ON TIRE. CONSUMER OWNS A 1999, FORD WINDSTAR WITH ORIGINAL 215/70R15, A...

Apr 19, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER WAS ON ROAD TRAVELING TO FLORIDA AND FOUND A NAIL IN TIRE. CONSUMER WENT TO 4 DIFFERENT TIRE CENTERS TO GET TIRE PLUGGED, AND WAS TOLD THAT TIRE WAS DEFECTIVE, AND THEY COULDN'T HELP. TREAD HAD STARTED SEPERATING ON TIRE. CONSUMER OWNS A 1999, FORD WINDSTAR WITH ORIGINAL 215/70R15, A...

Apr 16, 2001 Suspension

FRONT END IS LOOSE , WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL VEHICLE BECOMES UNCONTROLABLE, DEALER CANNOT GET ALIGNMENT STRAIGHT AND CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 16, 2001 Suspension

FRONT END IS LOOSE , WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL VEHICLE BECOMES UNCONTROLABLE, DEALER CANNOT GET ALIGNMENT STRAIGHT AND CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 13, 2001 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE BUCKLE HARNESS HAS BROKEN WITH NORMAL USE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Apr 13, 2001 Seat Belts

DRIVER'S SIDE BUCKLE HARNESS HAS BROKEN WITH NORMAL USE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Apr 12, 2001 Structure

POWER SLIDDING DOOR ON PASSENGER'S SIDE WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. DEALER HAS ADJUSTED DOOR, BUT IT WILL ONLY WORK FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. DEFECT ALWAYS REOCCURRED. DEALER HAS HAD VEHICLE 5-6 TIMES .*AK

Apr 12, 2001 Structure

POWER SLIDDING DOOR ON PASSENGER'S SIDE WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. DEALER HAS ADJUSTED DOOR, BUT IT WILL ONLY WORK FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. DEFECT ALWAYS REOCCURRED. DEALER HAS HAD VEHICLE 5-6 TIMES .*AK

Apr 6, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATED THAT HE WILL FILL IN INFORMATION CONCERNING INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE. *AK

Apr 6, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATED THAT HE WILL FILL IN INFORMATION CONCERNING INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE. *AK

Apr 5, 2001 Structure

SUBFRAME BOLTS LOOSENED, CAUSING A VERY LOUD NOISE TO OCCUR WHILE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 5, 2001 Structure

SUBFRAME BOLTS LOOSENED, CAUSING A VERY LOUD NOISE TO OCCUR WHILE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Apr 3, 2001 Structure

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Seats

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Electrical System

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Interior Lighting

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Unknown Or Other

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE MAKES A MOANING AND GROANING NOISE WHEN WHEEL IS BEING TURNED TO PARK, CONSUMER WAS ADVISED MY MECHANIC THAT VEHICLE OPERATES AS ENGINEERED. *JB

Apr 3, 2001 Structure

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Seats

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Electrical System

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Interior Lighting

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Unknown Or Other

POWER SLIDING DOOR WOULD INTERMITTENTLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING, OR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN NEEDED; VEHICLE BEEN IN THE DEALER SHOP ON SIX OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING.. *AK CONSUMER ALSO STATES BACK SEAT COLLASPED BACKWARDS, ALSO BATTERY DEAD FROM SHORTS IN THE WIRING, LIGHT IN THE INSIDE IS ON WH...

Apr 3, 2001 Steering

CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE MAKES A MOANING AND GROANING NOISE WHEN WHEEL IS BEING TURNED TO PARK, CONSUMER WAS ADVISED MY MECHANIC THAT VEHICLE OPERATES AS ENGINEERED. *JB

Mar 29, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD HAS A 16 INCH LONG HAIRLINE CRACK HORIZONTALLY NEAR BOTTOM , WAS NOT HIT BY ROCK.

Mar 29, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD HAS A 16 INCH LONG HAIRLINE CRACK HORIZONTALLY NEAR BOTTOM , WAS NOT HIT BY ROCK.

Mar 26, 2001 Power Train

FIRST INDICATION OF PROBLEM WAS "RATTLING" SOUND GOING DOWNHILL @ ABOUT 60 MPH. SOUNDED LIKE MUFFLER CAME LOOSE AND WAS DRAGGING ON PAVEMENT, EXCEPT THE NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR. AFTER INVESTIGATING AND FINDING NOTHING, PROCEEDED TO DRIVE TO DESTINATION (ABOUT 12 MI). RATTLE CON...

Mar 26, 2001 Power Train

FIRST INDICATION OF PROBLEM WAS "RATTLING" SOUND GOING DOWNHILL @ ABOUT 60 MPH. SOUNDED LIKE MUFFLER CAME LOOSE AND WAS DRAGGING ON PAVEMENT, EXCEPT THE NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR. AFTER INVESTIGATING AND FINDING NOTHING, PROCEEDED TO DRIVE TO DESTINATION (ABOUT 12 MI). RATTLE CON...

Mar 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE STARTED WHILE ON HIGHWAY @ 60 MPH. SOUNDED LIKE MUFFLER DRAGGING ON PAVEMENT, EXCEPT IT CAME FROM FRONT OF VAN. WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO NEAREST FORD DEALER -- ABOUT 12 MILES. DEALER REPORTED TRANSMISSION "FULL OF DEBRIS" AND REPLACED IT (PART # XF2Z-7000-BARM). *AK

Mar 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE STARTED WHILE ON HIGHWAY @ 60 MPH. SOUNDED LIKE MUFFLER DRAGGING ON PAVEMENT, EXCEPT IT CAME FROM FRONT OF VAN. WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO NEAREST FORD DEALER -- ABOUT 12 MILES. DEALER REPORTED TRANSMISSION "FULL OF DEBRIS" AND REPLACED IT (PART # XF2Z-7000-BARM). *AK

Mar 24, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMAER LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 24, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMAER LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 23, 2001 Structure

WHEN WEATHER IS HOT AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE SLIDING ELECTRICAL DOOR, DOOR POPS BACK UPON. PROBLEM ONLY OCCURS IN HOT WEATHER CONDITIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE PULLEY AND FAN BELT ARE MAKING NOISE, THE DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE PULLEY AND FAN BELT ARE MAKING NOISE, THE DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 23, 2001 Steering

THE TIE ROD KNOCKS WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED A CERTAIN WAY. NLM

Mar 23, 2001 Structure

WHEN WEATHER IS HOT AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE SLIDING ELECTRICAL DOOR, DOOR POPS BACK UPON. PROBLEM ONLY OCCURS IN HOT WEATHER CONDITIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Mar 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE PULLEY AND FAN BELT ARE MAKING NOISE, THE DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 23, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE PULLEY AND FAN BELT ARE MAKING NOISE, THE DEALER CLAIMS NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 23, 2001 Steering

THE TIE ROD KNOCKS WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED A CERTAIN WAY. NLM

Mar 21, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER WILL FILL IN INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUPPORT BAR: CROSS TUBE. *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Tires

ALL 4 ORIGINAL TIRES SPLIT WITHIN THE TREADS OF THE TIRES. THE SPLITTING WAS DISCOVERED AT 14,155 MILES. THE FORD DEALER INSISTED THAT THE TIRES BE REPLACED PRIOR TO DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANY FURTHER. GENERAL TIRE CO. REQUESTED THAT THE TIRES BE RETURNED TO THE MANUFACTURER.*AK (TIRESIZE: P215/70R1...

Mar 21, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER WILL FILL IN INFORMATION REGARDING REAR SUPPORT BAR: CROSS TUBE. *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Tires

ALL 4 ORIGINAL TIRES SPLIT WITHIN THE TREADS OF THE TIRES. THE SPLITTING WAS DISCOVERED AT 14,155 MILES. THE FORD DEALER INSISTED THAT THE TIRES BE REPLACED PRIOR TO DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANY FURTHER. GENERAL TIRE CO. REQUESTED THAT THE TIRES BE RETURNED TO THE MANUFACTURER.*AK (TIRESIZE: P215/70R1...

Mar 20, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT NOISE BEING EMITTED BY VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN AT SPEED. DEALERSHIP HAS PROVIDED NO INFORMATION TO CONSUMER FOR REASON/CAUSE. *AK THE DEALER ORDERED A POWER STREERING LINE PART, BUT THEY DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS THE PROBLEM. *YH

Mar 20, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT NOISE BEING EMITTED BY VEHICLE WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN AT SPEED. DEALERSHIP HAS PROVIDED NO INFORMATION TO CONSUMER FOR REASON/CAUSE. *AK THE DEALER ORDERED A POWER STREERING LINE PART, BUT THEY DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS THE PROBLEM. *YH

Mar 15, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EV3EHICLE. *AK

Mar 15, 2001 Structure

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EV3EHICLE. *AK

Mar 15, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EV3EHICLE. *AK

Mar 15, 2001 Structure

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EV3EHICLE. *AK

Mar 11, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM NOTICED IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE DATE - PROBLEM WITH SLOW SHIFTS NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. GRINDING NOISE PREVELANT AT THESE STAGES. DEALERSHIP SAID WAS NORMAL. AROUND 25000 TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE "QUICK" SHIFTS FROM ACCELERATION, POPPING NOISE FROM ONE ...

Mar 11, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM NOTICED IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE DATE - PROBLEM WITH SLOW SHIFTS NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. GRINDING NOISE PREVELANT AT THESE STAGES. DEALERSHIP SAID WAS NORMAL. AROUND 25000 TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE "QUICK" SHIFTS FROM ACCELERATION, POPPING NOISE FROM ONE ...

Mar 8, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WOULD SHIFT PROPERLY INTO GEARS. PROBLEM OF SHIFTING WAS INTERMITTENT. STEERING IS LEAKING FLUID. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF LEAKAGE OR REASON GEARS WOULD LOCK UP.*AK

Mar 8, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION WOULD SHIFT PROPERLY INTO GEARS. PROBLEM OF SHIFTING WAS INTERMITTENT. STEERING IS LEAKING FLUID. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF LEAKAGE OR REASON GEARS WOULD LOCK UP.*AK

Mar 8, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WOULD SHIFT PROPERLY INTO GEARS. PROBLEM OF SHIFTING WAS INTERMITTENT. STEERING IS LEAKING FLUID. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF LEAKAGE OR REASON GEARS WOULD LOCK UP.*AK

Mar 8, 2001 Steering

TRANSMISSION WOULD SHIFT PROPERLY INTO GEARS. PROBLEM OF SHIFTING WAS INTERMITTENT. STEERING IS LEAKING FLUID. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF LEAKAGE OR REASON GEARS WOULD LOCK UP.*AK

Mar 7, 2001 Structure

SLIDE DOOR REOPENS WHEN CLOSED WITH KEY OR INTERIOR CONTROLS. SLIDE DOOR NOT OPERABLE WITH INTERIOR CONTROLS ( WILL NOT CLOSE AT ALL).

Mar 7, 2001 Structure

SLIDE DOOR REOPENS WHEN CLOSED WITH KEY OR INTERIOR CONTROLS. SLIDE DOOR NOT OPERABLE WITH INTERIOR CONTROLS ( WILL NOT CLOSE AT ALL).

Mar 4, 2001 Steering

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND POWER STEERING PUMP.*AK

Mar 4, 2001 Steering

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND POWER STEERING PUMP.*AK

Mar 4, 2001 Steering

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND POWER STEERING PUMP.*AK

Mar 4, 2001 Steering

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND POWER STEERING PUMP.*AK

Feb 22, 2001 Interior Lighting

REAR DOME LIGHT FAILED. NLM

Feb 22, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACELERATION, ALMOST RESULTING IN THREE SEPARATE ACCIDENTS. NLM

Feb 22, 2001 Interior Lighting

REAR DOME LIGHT FAILED. NLM

Feb 22, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACELERATION, ALMOST RESULTING IN THREE SEPARATE ACCIDENTS. NLM

Feb 21, 2001 Steering

UPON VISUAL INSPECTION CONSUMER NOTICED FLUID ON GROUND AND VEHICLE WOULD MAKE A WHINING NOISE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER, AND CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS BROKEN. *AK

Feb 21, 2001 Steering

UPON VISUAL INSPECTION CONSUMER NOTICED FLUID ON GROUND AND VEHICLE WOULD MAKE A WHINING NOISE. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER, AND CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED THAT RACK AND PINION STEERING WAS BROKEN. *AK

Feb 16, 2001 Seats

18 VISITS TO SERVICE DEPT SINCE WE BOUGHT VAN; 6 IN THE LAST 5 WEEKS FOR POWER SLIDING DOORS NOT SHUTTING.*AK

Feb 16, 2001 Seats

18 VISITS TO SERVICE DEPT SINCE WE BOUGHT VAN; 6 IN THE LAST 5 WEEKS FOR POWER SLIDING DOORS NOT SHUTTING.*AK

Feb 15, 2001 Visibility

WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH HEARD A LOUD BANG. REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE GLASS ON CARGO DOOR HAD SHATTERED. CORNERS OF WINDOW WERE BROKEN OFF. WINDOW WAS STILL INTACT. CONTACTED DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY MECHANIC THAT PROBLEM WAS NORMAL. *AK

Feb 15, 2001 Visibility

WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH HEARD A LOUD BANG. REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE GLASS ON CARGO DOOR HAD SHATTERED. CORNERS OF WINDOW WERE BROKEN OFF. WINDOW WAS STILL INTACT. CONTACTED DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY MECHANIC THAT PROBLEM WAS NORMAL. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Electrical System

CONTACTS FOR HORN ARE DIFFICULT TO LOCATE, AND THEY ARE VERY HARD TO PUSH TO SOUND HORN. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Electrical System

CONTACTS FOR HORN ARE DIFFICULT TO LOCATE, AND THEY ARE VERY HARD TO PUSH TO SOUND HORN. *AK

Feb 8, 2001 Electrical System

HORN SENSOR IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO LOCATE IN AN EMERGENCY. *AK

Feb 8, 2001 Electrical System

HORN SENSOR IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO LOCATE IN AN EMERGENCY. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Steering

STEERING GEAR TO PUMP HAD BROKEN, CAUSING LOST OF STEERING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFOMATION. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Steering

STEERING GEAR TO PUMP HAD BROKEN, CAUSING LOST OF STEERING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFOMATION. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Electrical System

TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT CONUSMER DEPRESSED HORN BUTTONS, AND HORN WOULD NOT SOUND. CONSUMER STATED HORN BUTTONS HAVE TO BE DEPRESSED VERY HARD TO SOUND.*AK THE DESIGN OF THE HORN AND STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY DOES NOT PROVIDE EFFECTIVE ACCESS TO HORN IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. ALSO, TURN SIGNAL DOES...

Jan 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT CONUSMER DEPRESSED HORN BUTTONS, AND HORN WOULD NOT SOUND. CONSUMER STATED HORN BUTTONS HAVE TO BE DEPRESSED VERY HARD TO SOUND.*AK THE DESIGN OF THE HORN AND STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY DOES NOT PROVIDE EFFECTIVE ACCESS TO HORN IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. ALSO, TURN SIGNAL DOES...

Jan 29, 2001 Power Train

GAS GAUGE HASN'T WORKED A WHILE, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED A FEW DAYS AGO. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Fuel System, Other

GAS GAUGE HASN'T WORKED A WHILE, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED A FEW DAYS AGO. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Electrical System

TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT CONUSMER DEPRESSED HORN BUTTONS, AND HORN WOULD NOT SOUND. CONSUMER STATED HORN BUTTONS HAVE TO BE DEPRESSED VERY HARD TO SOUND.*AK THE DESIGN OF THE HORN AND STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY DOES NOT PROVIDE EFFECTIVE ACCESS TO HORN IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. ALSO, TURN SIGNAL DOES...

Jan 29, 2001 Exterior Lighting

TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT CONUSMER DEPRESSED HORN BUTTONS, AND HORN WOULD NOT SOUND. CONSUMER STATED HORN BUTTONS HAVE TO BE DEPRESSED VERY HARD TO SOUND.*AK THE DESIGN OF THE HORN AND STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY DOES NOT PROVIDE EFFECTIVE ACCESS TO HORN IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS. ALSO, TURN SIGNAL DOES...

Jan 29, 2001 Power Train

GAS GAUGE HASN'T WORKED A WHILE, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED A FEW DAYS AGO. *AK

Jan 29, 2001 Fuel System, Other

GAS GAUGE HASN'T WORKED A WHILE, AND TRANSMISSION FAILED A FEW DAYS AGO. *AK

Jan 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

APPROACHED STOP SIGN AND PRESSED BRAKES WHICH MADE A LOUD GRATING METAL SOUND WHICH HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE. AS I SLID INTO INTERSECTION I FLIPPED GEARS TO PARK WHICH FINALLY STOPPED THE CAR. TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE REAR BRAKES WERE PRACTICALLY UNUSED AND THE FRONT BRAKES WERE WORN OU...

Jan 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION OFTEN DOES NOT SMOOTHLY SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE OVERDRIVE ON/OFF LIGHT WILL FLASH ON AND OFF FOR 30-40 SECONDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE TRANSMISSION WILL SEEM TO HAVE TROUBLE SHIFTING GEARS AND WILL HESITATE OR ROUGHLY JERK INTO A GEAR. WE HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO BE REPAIRED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAD...

Jan 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

APPROACHED STOP SIGN AND PRESSED BRAKES WHICH MADE A LOUD GRATING METAL SOUND WHICH HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE. AS I SLID INTO INTERSECTION I FLIPPED GEARS TO PARK WHICH FINALLY STOPPED THE CAR. TOOK CAR TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE REAR BRAKES WERE PRACTICALLY UNUSED AND THE FRONT BRAKES WERE WORN OU...

Jan 25, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION OFTEN DOES NOT SMOOTHLY SHIFT INTO GEAR. THE OVERDRIVE ON/OFF LIGHT WILL FLASH ON AND OFF FOR 30-40 SECONDS INTERMITTENTLY. THE TRANSMISSION WILL SEEM TO HAVE TROUBLE SHIFTING GEARS AND WILL HESITATE OR ROUGHLY JERK INTO A GEAR. WE HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO BE REPAIRED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAD...

Jan 17, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH FUEL GAUGE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. GAUGE WOULD REMAIN ON EMPTY SIDE. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP, AND WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE PROBLEM BECAUSE GAUGE WAS WORKING AT THAT TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 17, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH FUEL GAUGE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. GAUGE WOULD REMAIN ON EMPTY SIDE. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP, AND WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE PROBLEM BECAUSE GAUGE WAS WORKING AT THAT TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Jan 12, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE PUTTING FUEL INTO THE FUEL TANK, THE CABIN FILLS WITH FUEL ODORS, THE ODOR IS VERY STRONG AND STAYS FOR ABOUT 4 OR 5 MINUTES, THE ODOR MAKES THE CONSUMERS SICK, SO THEY ARE REQUESTING A REFUND OR REPLACEMENT BECAUSE THE DEALER HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *SLC

Jan 12, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE PUTTING FUEL INTO THE FUEL TANK, THE CABIN FILLS WITH FUEL ODORS, THE ODOR IS VERY STRONG AND STAYS FOR ABOUT 4 OR 5 MINUTES, THE ODOR MAKES THE CONSUMERS SICK, SO THEY ARE REQUESTING A REFUND OR REPLACEMENT BECAUSE THE DEALER HAS FAILED SEVERAL TIMES TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *SLC

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

AFTER PLACING VEHICLE IN PARK CONSUMER ENTERED HOUSE AND HE WAS NOTIFIED BY HIS NEIGHBOR THAT VEHICLE WAS ON ROAD. VEHICLE MUST BE IN PARK BEFORE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION. *AK

Jan 9, 2001 Power Train

AFTER PLACING VEHICLE IN PARK CONSUMER ENTERED HOUSE AND HE WAS NOTIFIED BY HIS NEIGHBOR THAT VEHICLE WAS ON ROAD. VEHICLE MUST BE IN PARK BEFORE KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM IGNITION. *AK

Jan 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 20 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 20 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 7, 2001 Electrical System

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 7, 2001 Power Train

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 7, 2001 Structure

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 7, 2001 Electrical System

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 7, 2001 Power Train

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 7, 2001 Structure

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING OUR VAN WE HAD TO JUMP START IT AND LOST THE CABLE ON THE POWER SLIDING DOOR. SINCE THEN THE CAR'S ENGINE WAS WORKED ON BUT STILL STALLS OUT SOMETIMES.THE TRANSMISSION STILL JERKS IN PARK.(THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM.) FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, AFTER A NEW CA...

Jan 4, 2001 Electrical System

IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS THE HORN PAD/BUTTON. DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO FIX DUE TO CONFIGURATION. *CJ

Jan 4, 2001 Electrical System

IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS THE HORN PAD/BUTTON. DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO FIX DUE TO CONFIGURATION. *CJ

Dec 28, 2000 Structure

SAFETY PROBLEM: PASSENGER SIDE REAR POWERED SLIDING DOOR. DRIVE CABLE COVER BECOMES LOOSE AND JAMS IN GUIDE HOLE PREVENTING DOOR FROM OPENING PRESENTING SAFETY PROBLEM TO REAR SEAT PASSENGERS. TOOK OVER TWO WEEKS FOR SERVICING DEALER TO GET PARTS AND IN MEANTIME REAR SEARS WERE UNUSABLE FOR PASSE...

Dec 28, 2000 Structure

SAFETY PROBLEM: PASSENGER SIDE REAR POWERED SLIDING DOOR. DRIVE CABLE COVER BECOMES LOOSE AND JAMS IN GUIDE HOLE PREVENTING DOOR FROM OPENING PRESENTING SAFETY PROBLEM TO REAR SEAT PASSENGERS. TOOK OVER TWO WEEKS FOR SERVICING DEALER TO GET PARTS AND IN MEANTIME REAR SEARS WERE UNUSABLE FOR PASSE...

Dec 13, 2000 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH FELT A SHARP JERK TO THE SIDE. ONCE CORRECTED, JERKED AGAIN THE OTHER WAY. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE FIRST INCIDENT. NO ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES HAVE OCCURRED. *AK

Dec 13, 2000 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH FELT A SHARP JERK TO THE SIDE. ONCE CORRECTED, JERKED AGAIN THE OTHER WAY. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT NOTHING WAS WRONG. PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE FIRST INCIDENT. NO ACCIDENTS OR INJURIES HAVE OCCURRED. *AK

Dec 11, 2000 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN NEEDED IN A "HURRY-UP" SITUATION. EXACT LOCATION MUST BE DEPRESSED FOR HORN TO BLOW. NEVER HAS THE HORN BLOWN WHEN I NEEDED IT IN A HURRY. USE OF THE HEEL OR PALM OF YOUR HAND WILL NOT BLOW THE HORN. YOU MUST LOCATE THE HORN EMBLEM FIRST, THEN DEPRESS THE HORN THERE...

Dec 11, 2000 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN NEEDED IN A "HURRY-UP" SITUATION. EXACT LOCATION MUST BE DEPRESSED FOR HORN TO BLOW. NEVER HAS THE HORN BLOWN WHEN I NEEDED IT IN A HURRY. USE OF THE HEEL OR PALM OF YOUR HAND WILL NOT BLOW THE HORN. YOU MUST LOCATE THE HORN EMBLEM FIRST, THEN DEPRESS THE HORN THERE...

Nov 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 5 INCIDENTS WHEN GOING FROM PARK-REVERSE, PARK- DRIVE AND WHEN CORNING THE ENGINE RPM'S WILL GO TO MAXIMUM FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS. IT WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALER AFTER THESE INCIDENTS AND WAS REVIEWED BY A LOCAL FORD REPRESENTATIVE. HOWEVER, THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DUPLICA...

Nov 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VAN BEGINS TO SURGE (RPMS JUMP FROM 500 TO 1200) AND THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON THEN THE VAN DIES. THIS OCCURS APPROXIMATELY ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. ON A MORE ROUTINE BASIS, THE VAN DOES A MILD SURGE AND THEN WHEN YOU STEP ON THE ACCELERATOR TO GO IT ACTS LIKE IT IS GOING TO DIE AND THEN LURCH...

Nov 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WE HAVE EXPERIENCED 5 INCIDENTS WHEN GOING FROM PARK-REVERSE, PARK- DRIVE AND WHEN CORNING THE ENGINE RPM'S WILL GO TO MAXIMUM FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS. IT WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALER AFTER THESE INCIDENTS AND WAS REVIEWED BY A LOCAL FORD REPRESENTATIVE. HOWEVER, THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DUPLICA...

Nov 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VAN BEGINS TO SURGE (RPMS JUMP FROM 500 TO 1200) AND THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON THEN THE VAN DIES. THIS OCCURS APPROXIMATELY ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK. ON A MORE ROUTINE BASIS, THE VAN DOES A MILD SURGE AND THEN WHEN YOU STEP ON THE ACCELERATOR TO GO IT ACTS LIKE IT IS GOING TO DIE AND THEN LURCH...

Nov 21, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN NEW, THE HORN ON THIS VAN WOULD ONLY WORK IF YOU PUSHED RIGHT ON THE HORN ICON, WHICH IS IN THE CENTER OF THE STEERING WHEEL. IN A PANIC SITUATION, PUSHING ANYWHERE EXCEPT THE SQUARE INCH RIGHT OVER THIS HORN SYMBOL WOULD NOT RESULT IN THE HORN HONKING AND POSED A SAFETY/CRASH HAZARD MULTIPLE ...

Nov 21, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN NEW, THE HORN ON THIS VAN WOULD ONLY WORK IF YOU PUSHED RIGHT ON THE HORN ICON, WHICH IS IN THE CENTER OF THE STEERING WHEEL. IN A PANIC SITUATION, PUSHING ANYWHERE EXCEPT THE SQUARE INCH RIGHT OVER THIS HORN SYMBOL WOULD NOT RESULT IN THE HORN HONKING AND POSED A SAFETY/CRASH HAZARD MULTIPLE ...

Nov 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

DURING SHIFTS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR WITH THE ENGINE AT IDLE, AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE SURGES DURING THE SHIFT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES TO APPROXIMATELY 9-10 MPH. THIS HAS CAUSED SEVERAL NEAR-ACCIDENTS AND PANIC STOPS IN PARKING LOTS AND STOP-AND-GO TRAFFIC. DURING N...

Nov 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

DURING SHIFTS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR WITH THE ENGINE AT IDLE, AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE SURGES DURING THE SHIFT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES TO APPROXIMATELY 9-10 MPH. THIS HAS CAUSED SEVERAL NEAR-ACCIDENTS AND PANIC STOPS IN PARKING LOTS AND STOP-AND-GO TRAFFIC. DURING N...

Nov 15, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID RESERVOIR IS LOCATED OUT IN HOOD THAT DEFROSTER CANNOT GET TO IT. THEREFORE, IN BAD SNOWY CONDITIONS WINDSHIELD WIPER RESERVOIR WILL FREEZE UP, AND CONSUMER CANNOT USE IT WHEN NEEDED, SUCH AS WHEN ICE AND MUD IS SPLASHED ONTO WINDSHIELD, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY.*AK

Nov 15, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID RESERVOIR IS LOCATED OUT IN HOOD THAT DEFROSTER CANNOT GET TO IT. THEREFORE, IN BAD SNOWY CONDITIONS WINDSHIELD WIPER RESERVOIR WILL FREEZE UP, AND CONSUMER CANNOT USE IT WHEN NEEDED, SUCH AS WHEN ICE AND MUD IS SPLASHED ONTO WINDSHIELD, CAUSING POOR VISIBILITY.*AK

Nov 9, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WAS IDLING WHILE CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, THE ENGINE SURGED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD HITTING A BOAT MOTOR THAT WAS IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. *SLC

Nov 9, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WAS IDLING WHILE CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, THE ENGINE SURGED AND ACCELERATED FORWARD HITTING A BOAT MOTOR THAT WAS IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. *SLC

Oct 27, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT FUNCTION OR NEEDS VERY HIGH EFFORT. USELESS IN EMERGENCY AVOIDANCE. SOMEONE IS GOING TO GET IN AN ACCIDENT IF THEY RELY ON THIS HORN.*AK

Oct 27, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT FUNCTION OR NEEDS VERY HIGH EFFORT. USELESS IN EMERGENCY AVOIDANCE. SOMEONE IS GOING TO GET IN AN ACCIDENT IF THEY RELY ON THIS HORN.*AK

Oct 25, 2000 Structure

INTERMITTENTLY SLIDING DOOR OPENS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHICLE THREE TIMES, AND PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Oct 25, 2000 Structure

INTERMITTENTLY SLIDING DOOR OPENS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHICLE THREE TIMES, AND PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY DIFFICULT TO PRESS. IT TAKES EXTREME PRESSURE FROM DRIVER FOR HORN TO BLOW. ALSO, IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND THE RIGHT SPOT TO PUSH. VEHICLE WAS MADE WITH A DEFECT. HORN HAS NOT WORKED.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY DIFFICULT TO PRESS. IT TAKES EXTREME PRESSURE FROM DRIVER FOR HORN TO BLOW. ALSO, IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND THE RIGHT SPOT TO PUSH. VEHICLE WAS MADE WITH A DEFECT. HORN HAS NOT WORKED.*AK

Oct 16, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DELAY EQUIVALENT TO A DELAY IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. UPGRADED BY FORD FROM OUTGARIOUSLY SLOW TO TERRIBLELY SLOW. USELESS IN A PARKING LOT. INEFFECTIVE IN TRAFFIC BECAUSE OF LACK OF TIMELY RESPONSE. A HORN IS A SAFETY DEVICE USED AS WARNING SYSTEM. IT IS INEFFECTIVE BECAUSE IT IS TIME DELAYED E...

Oct 16, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DELAY EQUIVALENT TO A DELAY IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. UPGRADED BY FORD FROM OUTGARIOUSLY SLOW TO TERRIBLELY SLOW. USELESS IN A PARKING LOT. INEFFECTIVE IN TRAFFIC BECAUSE OF LACK OF TIMELY RESPONSE. A HORN IS A SAFETY DEVICE USED AS WARNING SYSTEM. IT IS INEFFECTIVE BECAUSE IT IS TIME DELAYED E...

Oct 15, 2000 Structure

NO SUMMARY

Oct 15, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT WORK UNLESS YOU HIT IT WITH A SLEDGE HAMMER. MULTIPLE NEAR ACCIDENT MISSES.

Oct 15, 2000 Structure

NO SUMMARY

Oct 15, 2000 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT WORK UNLESS YOU HIT IT WITH A SLEDGE HAMMER. MULTIPLE NEAR ACCIDENT MISSES.

Oct 13, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH ON HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE BECAUSE OF GASOLINE USAGE. ALSO, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE REAR WINDOW, AND WATER CAME THOUGH AND RUINED THE CARPET.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Visibility

WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH ON HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE BECAUSE OF GASOLINE USAGE. ALSO, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE REAR WINDOW, AND WATER CAME THOUGH AND RUINED THE CARPET.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH ON HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE BECAUSE OF GASOLINE USAGE. ALSO, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE REAR WINDOW, AND WATER CAME THOUGH AND RUINED THE CARPET.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Visibility

WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH ON HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE BECAUSE OF GASOLINE USAGE. ALSO, THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE REAR WINDOW, AND WATER CAME THOUGH AND RUINED THE CARPET.*AK

Oct 11, 2000 Electrical System

THE REAR SEATBELTS ON BOTH SIDES HAVE CRACKED WHEN INSTALLING CAR SEATS, IT HAS HAPPENED TO EACH SIDE ONCE, REPORTED TO FORD, NO REPLY, REPLACED BY DEALER. I SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BREAK THIS PIECE PUTTING IN A CAR SEAT AND TIGHTENING IT. OTHER PROBEM, SEVERAL TIMES VEHICLE HAS DIED AT A STOP IN MA...

Oct 11, 2000 Seat Belts

THE REAR SEATBELTS ON BOTH SIDES HAVE CRACKED WHEN INSTALLING CAR SEATS, IT HAS HAPPENED TO EACH SIDE ONCE, REPORTED TO FORD, NO REPLY, REPLACED BY DEALER. I SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BREAK THIS PIECE PUTTING IN A CAR SEAT AND TIGHTENING IT. OTHER PROBEM, SEVERAL TIMES VEHICLE HAS DIED AT A STOP IN MA...

Oct 11, 2000 Electrical System

THE REAR SEATBELTS ON BOTH SIDES HAVE CRACKED WHEN INSTALLING CAR SEATS, IT HAS HAPPENED TO EACH SIDE ONCE, REPORTED TO FORD, NO REPLY, REPLACED BY DEALER. I SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BREAK THIS PIECE PUTTING IN A CAR SEAT AND TIGHTENING IT. OTHER PROBEM, SEVERAL TIMES VEHICLE HAS DIED AT A STOP IN MA...

Oct 11, 2000 Seat Belts

THE REAR SEATBELTS ON BOTH SIDES HAVE CRACKED WHEN INSTALLING CAR SEATS, IT HAS HAPPENED TO EACH SIDE ONCE, REPORTED TO FORD, NO REPLY, REPLACED BY DEALER. I SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO BREAK THIS PIECE PUTTING IN A CAR SEAT AND TIGHTENING IT. OTHER PROBEM, SEVERAL TIMES VEHICLE HAS DIED AT A STOP IN MA...

Oct 3, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED CONTINENTAL GENERAL TIRES WERE LOSING AIR, DEALER INSPECTED THAT TIRES WERE CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREADS, DIVITS WERE ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, AND TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Oct 3, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED CONTINENTAL GENERAL TIRES WERE LOSING AIR, DEALER INSPECTED THAT TIRES WERE CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREADS, DIVITS WERE ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, AND TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Oct 3, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED CONTINENTAL GENERAL TIRES WERE LOSING AIR, DEALER INSPECTED THAT TIRES WERE CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREADS, DIVITS WERE ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, AND TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Oct 3, 2000 Tires

CONSUMER NOTICED CONTINENTAL GENERAL TIRES WERE LOSING AIR, DEALER INSPECTED THAT TIRES WERE CRACKING BETWEEN THE TREADS, DIVITS WERE ON THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, AND TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. *SLC

Sep 27, 2000 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON IS VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND ON STEERING/AIRBAG. YOU HAVE TO PRESS VERY HARD IN A SMALL AREA ONLY IN THE CENTER. IN AN EMERGENCY, I'M SURE I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO USE IT AND AN AVOIDABLE ACCIDENT COULD HAPPEN. *AK

Sep 27, 2000 Electrical System

HORN BUTTON IS VERY DIFFICULT TO FIND ON STEERING/AIRBAG. YOU HAVE TO PRESS VERY HARD IN A SMALL AREA ONLY IN THE CENTER. IN AN EMERGENCY, I'M SURE I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO USE IT AND AN AVOIDABLE ACCIDENT COULD HAPPEN. *AK

Sep 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADE ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENTS DUE TO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES. *SLC

Sep 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADE ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENTS DUE TO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES. *SLC

Sep 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADE ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENTS DUE TO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES. *SLC

Sep 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FADE ALMOST RESULTING IN ACCIDENTS DUE TO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES. *SLC

Sep 20, 2000 Steering

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Interior Lighting

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Equipment

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON THE ROOF IS PEELING OFF AND I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO THE FORD DEALER A TOTAL THREE TIMES AND IT ONLY LASTS FOR A FEW MONTHS AND STARTS TO PEEL OFF AGAIN. THE FOLLOWING NUMBER IS THE CASE NUMBER FROM FORD MANUFACTURING: TRACKING ID: KMM348947C0KM CASE ID: 101425. NO SAFETY DEFECT. *AK

Sep 20, 2000 Steering

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Interior Lighting

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Equipment

POWER STEERING UNDER CARRIDGE WENTOUT WHICH TAKEN THE POWER STEERING TO THE WHEEL. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR PARTS. *AK THE STEREO SYSTEM FAILED. BRAKE MAKES GRINDING NOISE. THE REAR DOOR LIGHT KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHENEVER THE DOOR CLOSED.

Sep 20, 2000 Unknown Or Other

THE PAINT ON THE ROOF IS PEELING OFF AND I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO THE FORD DEALER A TOTAL THREE TIMES AND IT ONLY LASTS FOR A FEW MONTHS AND STARTS TO PEEL OFF AGAIN. THE FOLLOWING NUMBER IS THE CASE NUMBER FROM FORD MANUFACTURING: TRACKING ID: KMM348947C0KM CASE ID: 101425. NO SAFETY DEFECT. *AK

Sep 12, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION, IMPACT SPEED OVER 40 MPH IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING INJURIES TO THREE OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 12, 2000 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION, IMPACT SPEED OVER 40 MPH IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, CAUSING INJURIES TO THREE OCCUPANTS OF VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

TRAVELLING AT APPROX. 43 MPH SPEED AND APPLIED BRAKE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SUPPOSED TO DO AND CAUSED AUTO ACCIDENT. AT THE TIME OF ACCIDENT, VEHICLE HAD ONLY 2 PERSON, IF THE MINI VAN WAS FULLY LOADED WITH MAX. WT., RESULT COULD BE MUCH WORSE. TRIED TO TEST TH...

Sep 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

TRAVELLING AT APPROX. 43 MPH SPEED AND APPLIED BRAKE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SUPPOSED TO DO AND CAUSED AUTO ACCIDENT. AT THE TIME OF ACCIDENT, VEHICLE HAD ONLY 2 PERSON, IF THE MINI VAN WAS FULLY LOADED WITH MAX. WT., RESULT COULD BE MUCH WORSE. TRIED TO TEST TH...

Sep 8, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Structure

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Structure

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Structure

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 8, 2000 Structure

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM - PROBLEM BEGAN WITH SOME"ROUGH" SHIFTS, NOTICEABLE AT 20 AND 40 MPH. WHEN WENT TO MERGE ONTO TOLLWAY, CAR WAS UNABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH, UNTIL AS I WAS ABOUT TO PULL OVER, CAR JERKED AND BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. I KNEW SOMETHING WAS SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH CAR THEN, SO MADE APPOIN...

Sep 5, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WENT TO TAKE OFF, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE FORWARD. CONSUMER'S HUSBAND WORKED FOR FORD, AND DETERMINED IT WAS DUE TO FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION. *AK VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE IN DRIVE GEARS DUE TO METAL PRESENCE IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID. *YH

Sep 5, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WENT TO TAKE OFF, BUT VEHICLE DID NOT MOVE FORWARD. CONSUMER'S HUSBAND WORKED FOR FORD, AND DETERMINED IT WAS DUE TO FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION. *AK VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE IN DRIVE GEARS DUE TO METAL PRESENCE IN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID. *YH

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

INTERMITTENTLY AUTOMATIC SLIDE DOOR WILL MALFUNCTIONED AND OPENED ON ITS OWN. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE THREE TIMES.*AK

Sep 1, 2000 Tires

TREAD SEPERATED FROM TIRE. I HAD DEALER REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES. THIS SIZE SHOULD BE ADDED TO YOUR TIRE WARNING LIST. I AM USING THESE TIRES ON A 1973 DODGE W-200 PICKUP WITH A LARGE CAMPER AT FULL 8,000 LB CAPACITY.( DOT NUMBER: VDXF/WBU/3 TIRE SIZE: 33X12.5R16 )

Sep 1, 2000 Structure

INTERMITTENTLY AUTOMATIC SLIDE DOOR WILL MALFUNCTIONED AND OPENED ON ITS OWN. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE THREE TIMES.*AK

Sep 1, 2000 Tires

TREAD SEPERATED FROM TIRE. I HAD DEALER REPLACE ALL 4 TIRES. THIS SIZE SHOULD BE ADDED TO YOUR TIRE WARNING LIST. I AM USING THESE TIRES ON A 1973 DODGE W-200 PICKUP WITH A LARGE CAMPER AT FULL 8,000 LB CAPACITY.( DOT NUMBER: VDXF/WBU/3 TIRE SIZE: 33X12.5R16 )

Aug 18, 2000 Power Train

ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY PREVIOUS SYMPTOMS - FAILED TO ENGAGE FORWARD OR REVERSE.

Aug 18, 2000 Power Train

ABRUPT TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY PREVIOUS SYMPTOMS - FAILED TO ENGAGE FORWARD OR REVERSE.

Aug 15, 2000 Structure

WHILE TURNING INTO PARKING LOT PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR OPENED, AND PASSENGER FELL OUT. CONSUMER FELT THAT LOCKS ON THE DOOR DID NOT STAY LOCKED WHEN POWER LOCKS HAVE BEEN APPLIED. IF PULLING ON THE LATCH AND AUTOMATIC LOCK WAS ON, DOOR WILL OPEN. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS VERY UNSAFE. *AK

Aug 15, 2000 Structure

WHILE TURNING INTO PARKING LOT PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR OPENED, AND PASSENGER FELL OUT. CONSUMER FELT THAT LOCKS ON THE DOOR DID NOT STAY LOCKED WHEN POWER LOCKS HAVE BEEN APPLIED. IF PULLING ON THE LATCH AND AUTOMATIC LOCK WAS ON, DOOR WILL OPEN. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS VERY UNSAFE. *AK

Aug 12, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON APPROACHING A STATE HIGHWAY FROM A SIDE STREET AT LESS THAN 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL ON THIS VAN WAS PUSHED BUT DID NOT RESPOND. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT STOP. I PUSHED IT DOWN 2 TIMES AND NEITHER TIME DID THE BRAKES WORK, THOUGH I DID HEAR A "RATTLIN...

Aug 12, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON APPROACHING A STATE HIGHWAY FROM A SIDE STREET AT LESS THAN 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL ON THIS VAN WAS PUSHED BUT DID NOT RESPOND. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR BUT THE VAN WOULD NOT STOP. I PUSHED IT DOWN 2 TIMES AND NEITHER TIME DID THE BRAKES WORK, THOUGH I DID HEAR A "RATTLIN...

Aug 10, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN VEHICLE WOULD BE RUN AND THEN SHUT OFF, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START IMMEDIATELY, THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Aug 10, 2000 Power Train

GRINDING NOISE WHICH IS IN TIME WITH THE TIRE ROTATION, DEALER IS ASSUMING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED YET. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT DOES NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS, CONSUMER UNAWARE IF THE SYSTEM IS FAULTY OF THE LIGHT. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Steering

PINK FLUID IS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE, DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING UNIT AND THE TRANSMISSION SEAL, VEHICLE IS STILL EXPERIENCING SMALL AMOUNTS OF LEAKAGE. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Power Train

PINK FLUID IS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE, DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING UNIT AND THE TRANSMISSION SEAL, VEHICLE IS STILL EXPERIENCING SMALL AMOUNTS OF LEAKAGE. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN VEHICLE WOULD BE RUN AND THEN SHUT OFF, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT START IMMEDIATELY, THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. *SLC

Aug 10, 2000 Power Train

GRINDING NOISE WHICH IS IN TIME WITH THE TIRE ROTATION, DEALER IS ASSUMING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION, VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED YET. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT DOES NOT TURN OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS, CONSUMER UNAWARE IF THE SYSTEM IS FAULTY OF THE LIGHT. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Steering

PINK FLUID IS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE, DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING UNIT AND THE TRANSMISSION SEAL, VEHICLE IS STILL EXPERIENCING SMALL AMOUNTS OF LEAKAGE. *MJS

Aug 10, 2000 Power Train

PINK FLUID IS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE, DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING UNIT AND THE TRANSMISSION SEAL, VEHICLE IS STILL EXPERIENCING SMALL AMOUNTS OF LEAKAGE. *MJS

Aug 9, 2000 Electrical System

ENTIRE ELE FAILURE, NO STEERING ABILITY ALMOST HIT BY TRUCK FOLLOWING BEHIND IN RAIN, FORD SAYS THEY ARE AWARE AND NO RECALL AS YET

Aug 9, 2000 Electrical System

ENTIRE ELE FAILURE, NO STEERING ABILITY ALMOST HIT BY TRUCK FOLLOWING BEHIND IN RAIN, FORD SAYS THEY ARE AWARE AND NO RECALL AS YET

Aug 3, 2000 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER PULLED OFF OF THE ROAD TO A VEGETABLE STAND AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING LINES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *SLC

Aug 3, 2000 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER PULLED OFF OF THE ROAD TO A VEGETABLE STAND AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING LINES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *SLC

Aug 3, 2000 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER PULLED OFF OF THE ROAD TO A VEGETABLE STAND AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING LINES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *SLC

Aug 3, 2000 Power Train Fire

CONSUMER PULLED OFF OF THE ROAD TO A VEGETABLE STAND AND VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, FIRE WAS FOUND TO HAVE RESULTED FROM FAULTY COOLING LINES, CLAIM 59-V539-348. *SLC

Aug 1, 2000 Steering

POWER STEERING KEEPS GOING OUT, MAKING IT HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE. *AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING AFTER THREE TIMES FAILURE. *YH

Aug 1, 2000 Steering

POWER STEERING KEEPS GOING OUT, MAKING IT HARD TO CONTROL VEHICLE. *AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING AFTER THREE TIMES FAILURE. *YH

Jul 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE KNOCK WHEN ANY TYPE OF LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE ENGINE. MOST PREVALENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND HILLS. *AK

Jul 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE KNOCK WHEN ANY TYPE OF LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE ENGINE. MOST PREVALENT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND HILLS. *AK

Jul 11, 2000 Steering

CONSUMER HAS A FEW PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE & IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. THE SLIDING DOOR DOESN'T SHUT COMPLETELY & THE STEERING HAS A NOISE FROM THE INSIDE AROUND THE DASHBOARD. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT HAS NO REMEDY.*AK

Jul 11, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

CONSUMER HAS A FEW PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE & IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. THE SLIDING DOOR DOESN'T SHUT COMPLETELY & THE STEERING HAS A NOISE FROM THE INSIDE AROUND THE DASHBOARD. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT HAS NO REMEDY.*AK

Jul 11, 2000 Power Train

FILED FOR LEMON LAW GOING TO ARBITRATION. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jul 11, 2000 Equipment

FILED FOR LEMON LAW GOING TO ARBITRATION. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jul 11, 2000 Steering

CONSUMER HAS A FEW PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE & IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. THE SLIDING DOOR DOESN'T SHUT COMPLETELY & THE STEERING HAS A NOISE FROM THE INSIDE AROUND THE DASHBOARD. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT HAS NO REMEDY.*AK

Jul 11, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

CONSUMER HAS A FEW PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE & IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES. THE SLIDING DOOR DOESN'T SHUT COMPLETELY & THE STEERING HAS A NOISE FROM THE INSIDE AROUND THE DASHBOARD. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT HAS NO REMEDY.*AK

Jul 11, 2000 Power Train

FILED FOR LEMON LAW GOING TO ARBITRATION. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jul 11, 2000 Equipment

FILED FOR LEMON LAW GOING TO ARBITRATION. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Jul 10, 2000 Steering Fire

HOSE WAS REPLACED AT LEE JARMON FORD IN CARROLLTON, TX (DIFFERENT FROM PURCHASED DEALER GIVEN ABOVE) IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FAILED POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT. HOSE WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SENT FROM ANOTHER DEALER. HOSE HAS BUILT IN BEND CAUSING IT TO CONTACT EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN INSTALLED AND ...

Jul 10, 2000 Steering Fire

HOSE WAS REPLACED AT LEE JARMON FORD IN CARROLLTON, TX (DIFFERENT FROM PURCHASED DEALER GIVEN ABOVE) IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FAILED POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT. HOSE WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SENT FROM ANOTHER DEALER. HOSE HAS BUILT IN BEND CAUSING IT TO CONTACT EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN INSTALLED AND ...

Jul 10, 2000 Steering Fire

HOSE WAS REPLACED AT LEE JARMON FORD IN CARROLLTON, TX (DIFFERENT FROM PURCHASED DEALER GIVEN ABOVE) IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FAILED POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT. HOSE WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SENT FROM ANOTHER DEALER. HOSE HAS BUILT IN BEND CAUSING IT TO CONTACT EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN INSTALLED AND ...

Jul 10, 2000 Steering Fire

HOSE WAS REPLACED AT LEE JARMON FORD IN CARROLLTON, TX (DIFFERENT FROM PURCHASED DEALER GIVEN ABOVE) IN CONJUNCTION WITH A FAILED POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACEMENT. HOSE WAS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SENT FROM ANOTHER DEALER. HOSE HAS BUILT IN BEND CAUSING IT TO CONTACT EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN INSTALLED AND ...

Jul 7, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING OR CLOSING BOTH SLIDING DOOR, SLIDING DOOR WOULD POP BACK OPEN/AND NOT CLOSING THE DOORS PROPERLY. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM, BUT SUGGESTED TO BY A NEW 2000 WINDSTAR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 7, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY WHILE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN OR STOPPED CONSUMER APPLYING THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY UP TO 4 FEET, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 7, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING OR CLOSING BOTH SLIDING DOOR, SLIDING DOOR WOULD POP BACK OPEN/AND NOT CLOSING THE DOORS PROPERLY. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM, BUT SUGGESTED TO BY A NEW 2000 WINDSTAR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 7, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY WHILE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN OR STOPPED CONSUMER APPLYING THE BRAKES, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY UP TO 4 FEET, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 30, 2000 Seat Belts

PASSENGER'S REAR MIDDLE ROW SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS WHEN A CSS IS BUCKLED. A WEEK LATER, SEAT BELT WILL UNBUCKLE, WHICH WON'T RESTRAINT CSS PROPERLY. DEALER IS REPLACING THE BUCKLE. *AK

Jun 30, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH ACTIVATING THE HORN WHEN NEEDED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT ALL 99 MODELS HAVE THE SAME DESIGN AND MEET FMVSS SPECIFICATIONS. *AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO AIR BAG IN HORN AND FIXING IT IS PRESENTLY NOT POSSIBLE. *YH

Jun 30, 2000 Air Bags

VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH ACTIVATING THE HORN WHEN NEEDED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT ALL 99 MODELS HAVE THE SAME DESIGN AND MEET FMVSS SPECIFICATIONS. *AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO AIR BAG IN HORN AND FIXING IT IS PRESENTLY NOT POSSIBLE. *YH

Jun 30, 2000 Seat Belts

PASSENGER'S REAR MIDDLE ROW SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONS WHEN A CSS IS BUCKLED. A WEEK LATER, SEAT BELT WILL UNBUCKLE, WHICH WON'T RESTRAINT CSS PROPERLY. DEALER IS REPLACING THE BUCKLE. *AK

Jun 30, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH ACTIVATING THE HORN WHEN NEEDED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT ALL 99 MODELS HAVE THE SAME DESIGN AND MEET FMVSS SPECIFICATIONS. *AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO AIR BAG IN HORN AND FIXING IT IS PRESENTLY NOT POSSIBLE. *YH

Jun 30, 2000 Air Bags

VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH ACTIVATING THE HORN WHEN NEEDED. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT ALL 99 MODELS HAVE THE SAME DESIGN AND MEET FMVSS SPECIFICATIONS. *AK THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO AIR BAG IN HORN AND FIXING IT IS PRESENTLY NOT POSSIBLE. *YH

Jun 22, 2000 Structure

FRONT AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK PLUNGER WILL LOCK DOWN. BUT IF CONSUMER HAS ARM LYING AGAINST IT ,IT WILL ALSO PULL IN SKIN WITH IT DOWN INTO THE HOLE, CAUSING INJURIES AND LACERATIONS. *AK

Jun 22, 2000 Wheels

CONSUMER WAS A THE STOP LIGHT AND WHILE TURNING RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL FELL OFF. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT WHEEL LUGS: NUTS WERE TOO TIGHT, AND ALL FIVE WERE SEVERED.*AK

Jun 22, 2000 Structure

DOOR WAS INADVERTENTLY CLOSED ON CHILDS ARM

Jun 22, 2000 Structure

FRONT AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK PLUNGER WILL LOCK DOWN. BUT IF CONSUMER HAS ARM LYING AGAINST IT ,IT WILL ALSO PULL IN SKIN WITH IT DOWN INTO THE HOLE, CAUSING INJURIES AND LACERATIONS. *AK

Jun 22, 2000 Wheels

CONSUMER WAS A THE STOP LIGHT AND WHILE TURNING RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL FELL OFF. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT WHEEL LUGS: NUTS WERE TOO TIGHT, AND ALL FIVE WERE SEVERED.*AK

Jun 22, 2000 Structure

DOOR WAS INADVERTENTLY CLOSED ON CHILDS ARM

Jun 16, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH REAR WINDSHIELD GLASS SHATTERED INTO PIECES INSIDE OF VEHICLE WITHOUT A REASON. *AK

Jun 16, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH REAR WINDSHIELD GLASS SHATTERED INTO PIECES INSIDE OF VEHICLE WITHOUT A REASON. *AK

Jun 14, 2000 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING GEAR IN REVERSE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. CONSUMER HAD TO PUT GEAR BACK INTO PARK TO RESHIFT. CONSUMER STATED THAT GEARS OPERATED ROUGHLY. *AK

Jun 14, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PUTTING GEAR IN REVERSE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. CONSUMER HAD TO PUT GEAR BACK INTO PARK TO RESHIFT. CONSUMER STATED THAT GEARS OPERATED ROUGHLY. *AK

Jun 14, 2000 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING GEAR IN REVERSE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. CONSUMER HAD TO PUT GEAR BACK INTO PARK TO RESHIFT. CONSUMER STATED THAT GEARS OPERATED ROUGHLY. *AK

Jun 14, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN PUTTING GEAR IN REVERSE VEHICLE WENT FORWARD. CONSUMER HAD TO PUT GEAR BACK INTO PARK TO RESHIFT. CONSUMER STATED THAT GEARS OPERATED ROUGHLY. *AK

Jun 13, 2000 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WAS MAKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. ALSO, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE. DEALER REPAIRED PROBLEM UNDER WARRANTY. *ML

Jun 13, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL WAS MAKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. ALSO, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE. DEALER REPAIRED PROBLEM UNDER WARRANTY. *ML

Jun 13, 2000 Steering

STEERING WHEEL WAS MAKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. ALSO, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE. DEALER REPAIRED PROBLEM UNDER WARRANTY. *ML

Jun 13, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

STEERING WHEEL WAS MAKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. ALSO, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE ENGINE. DEALER REPAIRED PROBLEM UNDER WARRANTY. *ML

Jun 12, 2000 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE'S SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK. YH

Jun 12, 2000 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE'S SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK. YH

Jun 12, 2000 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE'S SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK. YH

Jun 12, 2000 Seat Belts

THE VEHICLE'S SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK. YH

Jun 7, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD PROP ITSELF BACK OPEN. VEHICLE BEEN IN / OUT OF DEALER'S SHOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. DOORS ARE ELECTRONICALLY OPERATED, CANNOT OPERATE DOOR WITHOUT VEHICLE STARTED. *AK *ML

Jun 7, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. INTERMITTENTLY IT WOULD PROP ITSELF BACK OPEN. VEHICLE BEEN IN / OUT OF DEALER'S SHOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. DOORS ARE ELECTRONICALLY OPERATED, CANNOT OPERATE DOOR WITHOUT VEHICLE STARTED. *AK *ML

Jun 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE PULLING UP INTO DRIVEWAY, GOING SLOWLY, APPLIED BRAKES AND VEHICLE DIDN'T STOP, IT CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. CONTACTED DEALER. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ABS BRAKES WERE OKAY. *AK

Jun 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE PULLING UP INTO DRIVEWAY, GOING SLOWLY, APPLIED BRAKES AND VEHICLE DIDN'T STOP, IT CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. CONTACTED DEALER. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ABS BRAKES WERE OKAY. *AK

Jun 5, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE BACK WINDOW SHATTERED TWICE, FELT LIKE AN EXPLOSION. WHEN THIS HAPPENED, GLASS FELL INTO PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT WHERE THE CHILDREN WERE IN. *AK

Jun 5, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING THE BACK WINDOW SHATTERED TWICE, FELT LIKE AN EXPLOSION. WHEN THIS HAPPENED, GLASS FELL INTO PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT WHERE THE CHILDREN WERE IN. *AK

Jun 2, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN IS NOT SENSITIVE ENOUGH TO ACTIVATE BY PRESSING, REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. YH

Jun 2, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN IS NOT SENSITIVE ENOUGH TO ACTIVATE BY PRESSING, REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. YH

May 30, 2000 Seat Belts

I CONTACTED FORD CORP. 3 EDITIONS OF OWNERS MANUAL SAYS 99 WINDSTAR COMES WITH AUTO.LOCK.RETRACTORS ON THE 3 PT SEATBELTS... (HOW MANY 99 WINDSTARS ARE ON THE ROAD?) FORD SALES INFORMATION BOOK (WHICH EVERY SALESMEN GETS) SAYS ALR IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON 99 WINDSTAR. (HOW MANY DEALERSHIPS & HOW MA...

May 30, 2000 Seat Belts

I CONTACTED FORD CORP. 3 EDITIONS OF OWNERS MANUAL SAYS 99 WINDSTAR COMES WITH AUTO.LOCK.RETRACTORS ON THE 3 PT SEATBELTS... (HOW MANY 99 WINDSTARS ARE ON THE ROAD?) FORD SALES INFORMATION BOOK (WHICH EVERY SALESMEN GETS) SAYS ALR IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT ON 99 WINDSTAR. (HOW MANY DEALERSHIPS & HOW MA...

May 23, 2000 Structure

RIGHT SIDE REAR SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE. NLM

May 23, 2000 Structure

RIGHT SIDE REAR SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE. NLM

May 22, 2000 Steering

THE POWER STEERING WAS MAKING ALL KINDS NOISES, ESPECIALLY WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN. ALSO, STEERNG WAS REAL TOUGH. VAN WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THIS PROBLEM. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. *AK *ML

May 22, 2000 Steering

THE POWER STEERING WAS MAKING ALL KINDS NOISES, ESPECIALLY WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN. ALSO, STEERNG WAS REAL TOUGH. VAN WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THIS PROBLEM. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. *AK *ML

May 18, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE MADE A LOUD NOISE & VIBRATED AS THOUGH IT WAS OUT OF POWER . DEALER HAS INSPECTED IT & HAS BLED THE LINE, AND THAT DIDN'T HELP. DEALER HASN'T BEEN TELLING CONSUMER THAT FORD WAS WORKING ON A SOLUTION. CONSUMER HAS BEEN CALLING DEALER TO SEE IF SOLUTION HAS BEEN FOUND. *AK

May 18, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE MADE A LOUD NOISE & VIBRATED AS THOUGH IT WAS OUT OF POWER . DEALER HAS INSPECTED IT & HAS BLED THE LINE, AND THAT DIDN'T HELP. DEALER HASN'T BEEN TELLING CONSUMER THAT FORD WAS WORKING ON A SOLUTION. CONSUMER HAS BEEN CALLING DEALER TO SEE IF SOLUTION HAS BEEN FOUND. *AK

May 11, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO HIS VEHICLE AND REARENDED HIM. HE DROVE TOWARDS THE SHOULDER, AND FRONTAL AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

May 11, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO HIS VEHICLE AND REARENDED HIM. HE DROVE TOWARDS THE SHOULDER, AND FRONTAL AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

May 9, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED DOOR WOULD OPEN WITHOUT INDICATION. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 9, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED DOOR WOULD OPEN WITHOUT INDICATION. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 8, 2000 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND DRIVER'S AIRBAG DIDN'T GO OFF. *AK

May 8, 2000 Air Bags

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND DRIVER'S AIRBAG DIDN'T GO OFF. *AK

May 6, 2000 Power Train Crash

WHILE PARKED VEHICLE JUMPED FROM PARK TO REVERSE, PINNING MY HUSBAND AGAINST A TREE AND THREW HIM TO THE GROUND AND PROCEEDED THROUGH THE FRONT OF OUR CLOSED GARAGE. *AK

May 6, 2000 Power Train Crash

WHILE PARKED VEHICLE JUMPED FROM PARK TO REVERSE, PINNING MY HUSBAND AGAINST A TREE AND THREW HIM TO THE GROUND AND PROCEEDED THROUGH THE FRONT OF OUR CLOSED GARAGE. *AK

May 5, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A STOP VEHICLE ACCELERATED, RESULTING IN UNWANTED AND UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER MALFUNCTION INTERMITENTLY. OWNER BELIEVES A COMPUTER PROBLEM EXISTS. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK.ET.

May 5, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

UPON DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO MAKE A STOP VEHICLE ACCELERATED, RESULTING IN UNWANTED AND UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER MALFUNCTION INTERMITENTLY. OWNER BELIEVES A COMPUTER PROBLEM EXISTS. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK.ET.

May 4, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING SLIDING DOOR COULD UNLATCH AND OPEN HALF WAY WITHOUT A PRIOR WARNING. *AK

May 4, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING SLIDING DOOR COULD UNLATCH AND OPEN HALF WAY WITHOUT A PRIOR WARNING. *AK

May 3, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 3, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 30, 2000 Power Train

ON THE HIGHWAY UP THE HILL I NOTICE SMOKE COMING OUT FROM BEHIND MY VAN AND WHEN I HALTED I NOTICE TRANSMISSION OIL COMING UNDERNEATH MY VAN AND I CALL ROAD ASSISTANCE. *AK

Apr 30, 2000 Power Train

ON THE HIGHWAY UP THE HILL I NOTICE SMOKE COMING OUT FROM BEHIND MY VAN AND WHEN I HALTED I NOTICE TRANSMISSION OIL COMING UNDERNEATH MY VAN AND I CALL ROAD ASSISTANCE. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Wheels

WAS MAKING A LFET TURN RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL FLEW OFF. THIS WAS CAUSED BY 5 OF THE WHEEL BOLTS BREAKING OFF IN HALF. IT MADE A LOUD BOOM & THEN A BANG TYPE OF NOISE. CONTACTED FORD & INFORMED NOT THEIR FAULT & WILL NOT PAY FOR REPAIRS. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Steering

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHEN THE VEHICLE GOES THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER IT HAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING FOR 30SEC -1 MIN. I CONTACTED FORD AND THEY ARE LOOKING INTO AND IT IS NOT A SAFTEY ISSUE. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THESE PROBLEMS. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Power Train Crash

VAN WAS RUNNING IN PARK AND JUMPED FROM PARK TO REVERSE. PINNED MY LEG TO A TREE, THEN THREW ME TO THE GROUND AND THEN PROCEEDED INTO MY GARAGE THROUGH THE CLOSED DOOR. IT THEN STOPPED. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Wheels

WAS MAKING A LFET TURN RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL FLEW OFF. THIS WAS CAUSED BY 5 OF THE WHEEL BOLTS BREAKING OFF IN HALF. IT MADE A LOUD BOOM & THEN A BANG TYPE OF NOISE. CONTACTED FORD & INFORMED NOT THEIR FAULT & WILL NOT PAY FOR REPAIRS. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Steering

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHEN THE VEHICLE GOES THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER IT HAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING FOR 30SEC -1 MIN. I CONTACTED FORD AND THEY ARE LOOKING INTO AND IT IS NOT A SAFTEY ISSUE. PLEASE E-MAIL ME IF YOU ARE HAVING THESE PROBLEMS. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Power Train Crash

VAN WAS RUNNING IN PARK AND JUMPED FROM PARK TO REVERSE. PINNED MY LEG TO A TREE, THEN THREW ME TO THE GROUND AND THEN PROCEEDED INTO MY GARAGE THROUGH THE CLOSED DOOR. IT THEN STOPPED. *AK

Apr 17, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE POPPED OPEN ABOUT TWO INCHES. VAN HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE DEALERSHIP DOESN'T SEEM TO BE ABLE TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. . PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 17, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE POPPED OPEN ABOUT TWO INCHES. VAN HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE DEALERSHIP DOESN'T SEEM TO BE ABLE TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. . PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 14, 2000 Power Train

UNKNOWN EXACT PROBLEM AT THIS TIME GRINDING NOISE AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN STARTED AND NOTHING ELSE HAS BEEN TOUCHED. SOUNDS EITHER LIKE GEARS ARE SHIFTING LIKE A STICK SHIFT CAR IN THE WRONG GEAR OR LIKE YOU TRYING TO START THE CAR AFTER IT HAS BEEN STARTED.

Apr 14, 2000 Power Train

UNKNOWN EXACT PROBLEM AT THIS TIME GRINDING NOISE AFTER THE ENGINE HAS BEEN STARTED AND NOTHING ELSE HAS BEEN TOUCHED. SOUNDS EITHER LIKE GEARS ARE SHIFTING LIKE A STICK SHIFT CAR IN THE WRONG GEAR OR LIKE YOU TRYING TO START THE CAR AFTER IT HAS BEEN STARTED.

Apr 13, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES PEDAL WAS APPLIED VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SHOULD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 13, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN BRAKES PEDAL WAS APPLIED VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SHOULD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 13, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKES PEDAL WAS APPLIED VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SHOULD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 13, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN BRAKES PEDAL WAS APPLIED VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN TO STOP AS IT SHOULD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE.*AK

Apr 10, 2000 Visibility

REAR DEFOGGER IS NOT OPERABLE IN INCLEMENT WEATHER WHEN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE TURNED ON . THE TOP OF THE WINDOW IS OKAY. BUT AT THE BOTTOM OF WINDOW SNOW AND ICE WOULD STICK *AK

Apr 10, 2000 Visibility

REAR DEFOGGER IS NOT OPERABLE IN INCLEMENT WEATHER WHEN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE TURNED ON . THE TOP OF THE WINDOW IS OKAY. BUT AT THE BOTTOM OF WINDOW SNOW AND ICE WOULD STICK *AK

Apr 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED DURING A TURN WHEELS LOCKED UP. PEDAL WAS NORMAL,AND THE BRAKES DID RESPOND. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 3, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED A LEAK. NLM

Apr 3, 2000 Electrical System

POSSIBLE STARTER FAILURE IS MAKING THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO START. NLM

Apr 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE BUZZING AND RATTLING DURING ACCELERATION. NLM

Apr 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED DURING A TURN WHEELS LOCKED UP. PEDAL WAS NORMAL,AND THE BRAKES DID RESPOND. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 3, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCED A LEAK. NLM

Apr 3, 2000 Electrical System

POSSIBLE STARTER FAILURE IS MAKING THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO START. NLM

Apr 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE BUZZING AND RATTLING DURING ACCELERATION. NLM

Mar 30, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS BRAKE PROBLEM; WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AND APPLYING BRAKES ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD, VAN KEPT GOING AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED ON A SMOOTH AND DRY ROAD SURFACE. VAN IS BEING REPAIRED BY THE DEALERSHIP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ...

Mar 30, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

CONSUMER PULLED NOZZLE FROM GAS TANK, WHEN A BURST OF FLAMES SHOT OUT OF THE TANK, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SAID THE FIRE WAS CAUSED BY STATIC ELECTRICITY. *SLC

Mar 30, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

ABS BRAKE PROBLEM; WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AND APPLYING BRAKES ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD, VAN KEPT GOING AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENED ON A SMOOTH AND DRY ROAD SURFACE. VAN IS BEING REPAIRED BY THE DEALERSHIP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER ...

Mar 30, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

CONSUMER PULLED NOZZLE FROM GAS TANK, WHEN A BURST OF FLAMES SHOT OUT OF THE TANK, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SAID THE FIRE WAS CAUSED BY STATIC ELECTRICITY. *SLC

Mar 27, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN IS VERY HARD TO BLOW AT TIMES OF NEED. AND NOT REALLY EASY ACCESSIBLE. *AK

Mar 27, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN IS VERY HARD TO BLOW AT TIMES OF NEED. AND NOT REALLY EASY ACCESSIBLE. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Structure

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Unknown Or Other

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Structure

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 22, 2000 Unknown Or Other

CONSUMER HAD PROBLEM WITH TRANSMISSION TWICE. TRANSMISSION WOULDN'T SHIFT DUE TO A CABLE BEING LOOSE, AND DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. ALSO, DEALERSHIP REPLACED A CABLE ON THE SLIDING DOOR, AND INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMS ERRATICALLY. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE VAN WAS STRUCK IN THE FRONT -- TOTALING IT. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE VAN WAS STRUCK IN THE FRONT -- TOTALING IT. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

LEAVING A FILLING STATION AND RETURNING TO THE STREET ATTEMPTING TO STOP BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION MADE A GRINDING NOISE, THE CAR KEPT MOVING, THE ENGINE WAS NOT REVING UP BUT THE VAN KEPT MOVING, I STEERED TO THE RIGHT AS MUCH AS I COULD I WAS ALMOST SIDE SIPED BY A 18 WHEELER. AFTER REAC...

Mar 20, 2000 Power Train

LEAVING A FILLING STATION AND RETURNING TO THE STREET ATTEMPTING TO STOP BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION MADE A GRINDING NOISE, THE CAR KEPT MOVING, THE ENGINE WAS NOT REVING UP BUT THE VAN KEPT MOVING, I STEERED TO THE RIGHT AS MUCH AS I COULD I WAS ALMOST SIDE SIPED BY A 18 WHEELER. AFTER REAC...

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE VAN WAS STRUCK IN THE FRONT -- TOTALING IT. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Air Bags Crash

THE VAN WAS STRUCK IN THE FRONT -- TOTALING IT. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

LEAVING A FILLING STATION AND RETURNING TO THE STREET ATTEMPTING TO STOP BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION MADE A GRINDING NOISE, THE CAR KEPT MOVING, THE ENGINE WAS NOT REVING UP BUT THE VAN KEPT MOVING, I STEERED TO THE RIGHT AS MUCH AS I COULD I WAS ALMOST SIDE SIPED BY A 18 WHEELER. AFTER REAC...

Mar 20, 2000 Power Train

LEAVING A FILLING STATION AND RETURNING TO THE STREET ATTEMPTING TO STOP BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION MADE A GRINDING NOISE, THE CAR KEPT MOVING, THE ENGINE WAS NOT REVING UP BUT THE VAN KEPT MOVING, I STEERED TO THE RIGHT AS MUCH AS I COULD I WAS ALMOST SIDE SIPED BY A 18 WHEELER. AFTER REAC...

Mar 15, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHEN VEHICLE COMES TO A TOTAL STOP AT A STOP SIGN OR AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, VEHICLE ROARS UP, AND PULLS THOUGH THE INTERSECTION. *AK

Mar 15, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHEN VEHICLE COMES TO A TOTAL STOP AT A STOP SIGN OR AT TRAFFIC LIGHT, VEHICLE ROARS UP, AND PULLS THOUGH THE INTERSECTION. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY VAN SURGES AT LOW SPEED WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. VAN HAS BEEN TAKEN 8 TIMES TO TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS. NEITHER DEALERSHIP WAS ABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

INTERMITTENTLY VAN SURGES AT LOW SPEED WHILE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. VAN HAS BEEN TAKEN 8 TIMES TO TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS. NEITHER DEALERSHIP WAS ABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 8, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTED THE ALTERNATOR DOES NOT TURN OVER WHICH CAUSES A NO START CONDITION, CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 8, 2000 Electrical System

UPON STARTING VEHICLE CONSUMER NOTED THE ALTERNATOR DOES NOT TURN OVER WHICH CAUSES A NO START CONDITION, CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 10 TO 25 MPH, IF CONSUMER PUTS ON BRAKES OR SLOWS DOWN, WILL EXPERIENCE A LOUD BANG. CONSUMER SAYS THIS IS A VERY SCARY SOUND. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 10 TO 25 MPH, IF CONSUMER PUTS ON BRAKES OR SLOWS DOWN, WILL EXPERIENCE A LOUD BANG. CONSUMER SAYS THIS IS A VERY SCARY SOUND. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS MODULE WIRE BURNED OUT; ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER DID NOT WORK. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Power Train

ABS MODULE WIRE BURNED OUT; ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER DID NOT WORK. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS MODULE WIRE BURNED OUT; ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER DID NOT WORK. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Power Train

ABS MODULE WIRE BURNED OUT; ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER DID NOT WORK. *AK

Mar 2, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE FILLING VEHICLE WITH GAS SOME SPILLED AROUND FILLER ASSEMBLY . CONSUMER NOTICED A SMELL INSIDE OF VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. LEAKING FUEL DRAINS INSIDE BODY MOLDING. IT THEN EVAPORATES AND SOME GOES INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *AK *ML

Mar 2, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE FILLING VEHICLE WITH GAS SOME SPILLED AROUND FILLER ASSEMBLY . CONSUMER NOTICED A SMELL INSIDE OF VEHICLE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. LEAKING FUEL DRAINS INSIDE BODY MOLDING. IT THEN EVAPORATES AND SOME GOES INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *AK *ML

Feb 22, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING RACK AND PINION STEERING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, CAUSE UNKNOWN. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR REPAIRS, TOOK A LONG TIME FOR DEALER TO RECEIVE PARTS, MEANWHILE OWNER HAD TO DRIVE UNSAFE VEHICLE. *AK *ML

Feb 22, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING RACK AND PINION STEERING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, CAUSE UNKNOWN. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR REPAIRS, TOOK A LONG TIME FOR DEALER TO RECEIVE PARTS, MEANWHILE OWNER HAD TO DRIVE UNSAFE VEHICLE. *AK *ML

Feb 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

UPON TURNING ON THE IGNITION SWITCH VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF GEAR AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO RUN INTO A NEIGHBOR'S HOME. DRIVER RECEIVED MINOR INJURIES. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK

Feb 17, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

UPON TURNING ON THE IGNITION SWITCH VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF GEAR AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO RUN INTO A NEIGHBOR'S HOME. DRIVER RECEIVED MINOR INJURIES. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *AK

Feb 11, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL TO CLEAR WINDSHIELD WHEN IN USE. WOULD PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD WIPERS OFF. WERE REPLACED 3 TIMES. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, INFORMED BY MECHANIC THEY WERE THE ONLY WINDSHIELD WIPERS MADE FOR WINDSTAR BY MANUFACTURER. CONSUMER WAS LATER ABLE TO PURCHASE EFFEC...

Feb 11, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL TO CLEAR WINDSHIELD WHEN IN USE. WOULD PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD TO CLEAN WINDSHIELD WIPERS OFF. WERE REPLACED 3 TIMES. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, INFORMED BY MECHANIC THEY WERE THE ONLY WINDSHIELD WIPERS MADE FOR WINDSTAR BY MANUFACTURER. CONSUMER WAS LATER ABLE TO PURCHASE EFFEC...

Feb 9, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, HIT VANK HEAD ON AND THE WHOLE FRONT END AND BUMPER COMPLETLY CAME OFF. *AK.ET.

Feb 9, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE. AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, HIT VANK HEAD ON AND THE WHOLE FRONT END AND BUMPER COMPLETLY CAME OFF. *AK.ET.

Feb 8, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN OR BECOME STIFF. DRIVER HAS TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES IN ORDER TO TURN. DEALER SAYS THE RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. DEALER HAS REPLACED RACK AN DPINION BEFORE, AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Feb 8, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN OR BECOME STIFF. DRIVER HAS TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES IN ORDER TO TURN. DEALER SAYS THE RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. DEALER HAS REPLACED RACK AN DPINION BEFORE, AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Feb 8, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN OR BECOME STIFF. DRIVER HAS TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES IN ORDER TO TURN. DEALER SAYS THE RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. DEALER HAS REPLACED RACK AN DPINION BEFORE, AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Feb 8, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN OR BECOME STIFF. DRIVER HAS TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES IN ORDER TO TURN. DEALER SAYS THE RACK AND PINION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. DEALER HAS REPLACED RACK AN DPINION BEFORE, AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Feb 1, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 30MPH STEPPED ON GAS PEDAL AND IT WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND GOT STUCK. CONSUMER HIT THE CURB, NO INJURIES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 6 TIMES. THEY ARE ORDERING A NEW GAS PEDAL. *AK *ML

Feb 1, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 30MPH STEPPED ON GAS PEDAL AND IT WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND GOT STUCK. CONSUMER HIT THE CURB, NO INJURIES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER 6 TIMES. THEY ARE ORDERING A NEW GAS PEDAL. *AK *ML

Jan 22, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN UP TO 15-20 MPH. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DOES NOT HAVE TO BE APPLIED. ON OCCASION TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO BE BETWEEN GEARS.. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN UP TO 15-20 MPH. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DOES NOT HAVE TO BE APPLIED. ON OCCASION TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO BE BETWEEN GEARS.. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DUE TO THE DESIGN AND LOCATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL, OCCUPANT WITH A LARGE STANDARD FOOT SIZE CAN PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL AT THE SAME TIME, WHICH MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Seat Belts

WHEN MOVING REAR SEAT TO MIDDLE POSITION BEHIND DRIVER, THERE IS NO PLACE TO BUCKLE THE LAP BELT. IN THE REAR POSITION THERE IS, VEHICLE IS ADVERSTISED AND OWNERS MANUAL SHOWS THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO SWAP MIDDLE AND REAR SEATING. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT.

Jan 22, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN UP TO 15-20 MPH. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DOES NOT HAVE TO BE APPLIED. ON OCCASION TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO BE BETWEEN GEARS.. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCES SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON ITS OWN UP TO 15-20 MPH. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DOES NOT HAVE TO BE APPLIED. ON OCCASION TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO BE BETWEEN GEARS.. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DUE TO THE DESIGN AND LOCATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL, OCCUPANT WITH A LARGE STANDARD FOOT SIZE CAN PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL AT THE SAME TIME, WHICH MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *AK

Jan 22, 2000 Seat Belts

WHEN MOVING REAR SEAT TO MIDDLE POSITION BEHIND DRIVER, THERE IS NO PLACE TO BUCKLE THE LAP BELT. IN THE REAR POSITION THERE IS, VEHICLE IS ADVERSTISED AND OWNERS MANUAL SHOWS THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO SWAP MIDDLE AND REAR SEATING. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT.

Jan 21, 2000 Structure

NO FAILED COMPONENTS - MICE GET INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGH FIREWALL - FIREWALL NOT SEALED?? NO SAFETY DEFECT. *AK

Jan 21, 2000 Structure

RE: SLIDING DOORS- WILL NOT OPEN RELIABLY SINCE NEW- TROUBLE INTERMITTENT-DEALER LAKELAND FORD REPLACED DOOR SWITCHES WHEN I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE INTERMITTENT CONDITION(NOT EASY)DEALER CONTACTED FORD WHO TOLD THEM THAT THE DOORS WERE DESIGNED TO OPERATE THAT WAY TO CONSERVE BATTERY!(BELIE...

Jan 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RE: SLIDING DOORS- WILL NOT OPEN RELIABLY SINCE NEW- TROUBLE INTERMITTENT-DEALER LAKELAND FORD REPLACED DOOR SWITCHES WHEN I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE INTERMITTENT CONDITION(NOT EASY)DEALER CONTACTED FORD WHO TOLD THEM THAT THE DOORS WERE DESIGNED TO OPERATE THAT WAY TO CONSERVE BATTERY!(BELIE...

Jan 21, 2000 Structure

NO FAILED COMPONENTS - MICE GET INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGH FIREWALL - FIREWALL NOT SEALED?? NO SAFETY DEFECT. *AK

Jan 21, 2000 Structure

RE: SLIDING DOORS- WILL NOT OPEN RELIABLY SINCE NEW- TROUBLE INTERMITTENT-DEALER LAKELAND FORD REPLACED DOOR SWITCHES WHEN I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE INTERMITTENT CONDITION(NOT EASY)DEALER CONTACTED FORD WHO TOLD THEM THAT THE DOORS WERE DESIGNED TO OPERATE THAT WAY TO CONSERVE BATTERY!(BELIE...

Jan 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RE: SLIDING DOORS- WILL NOT OPEN RELIABLY SINCE NEW- TROUBLE INTERMITTENT-DEALER LAKELAND FORD REPLACED DOOR SWITCHES WHEN I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE INTERMITTENT CONDITION(NOT EASY)DEALER CONTACTED FORD WHO TOLD THEM THAT THE DOORS WERE DESIGNED TO OPERATE THAT WAY TO CONSERVE BATTERY!(BELIE...

Jan 12, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED IN ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 12, 2000 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY LISTED IN ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 8, 2000 Power Train

IF YOU PROCEED UPHILL AND COME TO A STOP TO PARK, I PLACE SET THE EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE BEFORE I PUT THE VAN IN PARK. WHEN I LEAVE I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PUT THE VAN IN DRVE OR WHICHEVER GEAR I NEED AND I GET AN EXTREMELY LOUD CLUNK AS IF THE TRANS. IS GOING TO FALL OUT. WHILE GOING UPHILL, ...

Jan 8, 2000 Power Train

IF YOU PROCEED UPHILL AND COME TO A STOP TO PARK, I PLACE SET THE EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE BEFORE I PUT THE VAN IN PARK. WHEN I LEAVE I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PUT THE VAN IN DRVE OR WHICHEVER GEAR I NEED AND I GET AN EXTREMELY LOUD CLUNK AS IF THE TRANS. IS GOING TO FALL OUT. WHILE GOING UPHILL, ...

Jan 6, 2000 Electrical System Crash

ON THE 21ST OF DEC 99, MY WIFE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN OUR WINDSTAR. THIS ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF THE HORN WERE USEABLE. THE WAY THE HORN BUTTON IS NOW YOU WILL HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME TRYING TO FIND THE EXACT SPOT TO PUSH TO GET THE HORN TO SOUND. WHEN TIME IS CRITICAL IN THE OUT...

Jan 6, 2000 Steering Crash

ON THE 21ST OF DEC 99, MY WIFE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN OUR WINDSTAR. THIS ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF THE HORN WERE USEABLE. THE WAY THE HORN BUTTON IS NOW YOU WILL HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME TRYING TO FIND THE EXACT SPOT TO PUSH TO GET THE HORN TO SOUND. WHEN TIME IS CRITICAL IN THE OUT...

Jan 6, 2000 Electrical System Crash

ON THE 21ST OF DEC 99, MY WIFE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN OUR WINDSTAR. THIS ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF THE HORN WERE USEABLE. THE WAY THE HORN BUTTON IS NOW YOU WILL HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME TRYING TO FIND THE EXACT SPOT TO PUSH TO GET THE HORN TO SOUND. WHEN TIME IS CRITICAL IN THE OUT...

Jan 6, 2000 Steering Crash

ON THE 21ST OF DEC 99, MY WIFE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN OUR WINDSTAR. THIS ACCIDENT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF THE HORN WERE USEABLE. THE WAY THE HORN BUTTON IS NOW YOU WILL HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME TRYING TO FIND THE EXACT SPOT TO PUSH TO GET THE HORN TO SOUND. WHEN TIME IS CRITICAL IN THE OUT...

Dec 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Dec 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Dec 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Dec 28, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Dec 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED AND WAS UNABLE TO STOP. PUT VEHICLE IN PARK WHILE MOVING, AND FINALLY STOPPED ON SIDEWALK, AT A SCHOOL WHERE THE PROBLEM COULD HAVE BEEN DESASTERIOUS.

Dec 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED AND WAS UNABLE TO STOP. PUT VEHICLE IN PARK WHILE MOVING, AND FINALLY STOPPED ON SIDEWALK, AT A SCHOOL WHERE THE PROBLEM COULD HAVE BEEN DESASTERIOUS.

Dec 16, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN LOCATION IS HARD TO FIND DUE TO DESIGN. YH

Dec 16, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN LOCATION IS HARD TO FIND DUE TO DESIGN. YH

Dec 15, 1999 Seat Belts

THE FORD WINDSTAR DOES NOT HAVE THE SWITCHABLE RETRACTOR SEATBELTS INSTALLED ON THE EXTERIOR, REAR LAP AND SHOULDER BELT COMBINATION SEATBELTS; ALTHOUGH FORD PAPERWORK SHOWS THAT AS STANDARD FEATURE IN THE 1999 WINDSTAR AND THE OWNER'S MANUAL ON THIS VEHICLE SAYS THAT THIS TYPE OF SEATBELT IS INSTAL...

Dec 15, 1999 Seat Belts

THE FORD WINDSTAR DOES NOT HAVE THE SWITCHABLE RETRACTOR SEATBELTS INSTALLED ON THE EXTERIOR, REAR LAP AND SHOULDER BELT COMBINATION SEATBELTS; ALTHOUGH FORD PAPERWORK SHOWS THAT AS STANDARD FEATURE IN THE 1999 WINDSTAR AND THE OWNER'S MANUAL ON THIS VEHICLE SAYS THAT THIS TYPE OF SEATBELT IS INSTAL...

Dec 14, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN IS VERY DIFFICULT TO USE WHEN NEEDED DUE TO LOCATION. IT WOULD FAIL TO WORK WHEN BUTTON IS PUSHED. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK & WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC NO PROBLEM WITH HORN. *AK

Dec 14, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN IS VERY DIFFICULT TO USE WHEN NEEDED DUE TO LOCATION. IT WOULD FAIL TO WORK WHEN BUTTON IS PUSHED. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CHECK & WAS INFORMED BY MECHANIC NO PROBLEM WITH HORN. *AK

Dec 13, 1999 Visibility

WHILE THE VAN WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, REAR WINDOW ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE JUST BLEW OUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. WINDOW WILL BE REPLACED UNDER OWNER'S INSURANCE. OWNER CONCERNED ABOUT A POSSIBLE DEFECT IN THE GLASS. *AK *ML

Dec 13, 1999 Visibility

WHILE THE VAN WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, REAR WINDOW ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE JUST BLEW OUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. WINDOW WILL BE REPLACED UNDER OWNER'S INSURANCE. OWNER CONCERNED ABOUT A POSSIBLE DEFECT IN THE GLASS. *AK *ML

Dec 1, 1999 Visibility

WINDOWS FOGGED, VISIBILTY LIMITED, WATER POURED FROM DASH ONTO FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR

Dec 1, 1999 Visibility

WINDOWS FOGGED, VISIBILTY LIMITED, WATER POURED FROM DASH ONTO FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR

Nov 24, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK HAS 26 GALLONS AND TANK ONLY TAKES 21 GALLONS. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE GAS IS GOING SOMEWHERE. *AK

Nov 24, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK HAS 26 GALLONS AND TANK ONLY TAKES 21 GALLONS. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE GAS IS GOING SOMEWHERE. *AK

Nov 23, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD HAD TO BLOW THE HORN, IT DIDN'T WORK. CONTACTED DEALER ,NOTHING COULD BE DONE. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO TAKE EYES OFF THE ROAD TO FIND A SPOT ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO SOUND THE HORN. *AK

Nov 23, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD HAD TO BLOW THE HORN, IT DIDN'T WORK. CONTACTED DEALER ,NOTHING COULD BE DONE. CONSUMER WOULD HAVE TO TAKE EYES OFF THE ROAD TO FIND A SPOT ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO SOUND THE HORN. *AK

Nov 19, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Nov 19, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS SUBSTANTIAL DELAYED START CONDITION DUE TO DEFECT. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW SCREECHES WHEN LOWERING. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VIBRATION IS FELT BY THE DRIVER UPON PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Seats

FRONT AND BACK SEATS ARE UNUSABLE DUE TO FROZEN ADJUSTMENT LEVER. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NO SUMMARY

Nov 19, 1999 Electrical System

VEHICLE HAS SUBSTANTIAL DELAYED START CONDITION DUE TO DEFECT. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW SCREECHES WHEN LOWERING. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VIBRATION IS FELT BY THE DRIVER UPON PRESSING BRAKE PEDAL. YH

Nov 19, 1999 Seats

FRONT AND BACK SEATS ARE UNUSABLE DUE TO FROZEN ADJUSTMENT LEVER. YH

Nov 18, 1999 Steering

AN INTERNAL LEAK IS CAUSING BUBBLES WITHIN POWER STEERING, AFFECTING THE PERFORMANCE. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF DEFECT, BUT CANNOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM.

Nov 18, 1999 Steering

AN INTERNAL LEAK IS CAUSING BUBBLES WITHIN POWER STEERING, AFFECTING THE PERFORMANCE. MANUFACTURER IS AWARE OF DEFECT, BUT CANNOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM.

Nov 15, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKES ON AND IN PARK, THERE WAS LOUD POPPING NOISE, AND CAR APPARENTLY ENGAGED IN GEAR AND PROCEEDED TO GO OUT OF THE GARAGE, DRAGGING MS DAVIS . CAR WENT SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET AND THEN STOPPED ON AN INCLINE. EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS STILL ON, AND ...

Nov 15, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKES ON AND IN PARK, THERE WAS LOUD POPPING NOISE, AND CAR APPARENTLY ENGAGED IN GEAR AND PROCEEDED TO GO OUT OF THE GARAGE, DRAGGING MS DAVIS . CAR WENT SEVERAL HUNDRED FEET AND THEN STOPPED ON AN INCLINE. EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS STILL ON, AND ...

Nov 8, 1999 Structure

WHEN USING THE POWER BUTTON TO CLOSE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, IT DOESN'T CLOSE ALL THEY WAY. DEALER HAS VEHICLE NOW. *AK

Nov 8, 1999 Structure

WHEN USING THE POWER BUTTON TO CLOSE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR, IT DOESN'T CLOSE ALL THEY WAY. DEALER HAS VEHICLE NOW. *AK

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 29, 1999 Electrical System

THE DESIGN OF THE HORN BUTTON IS TO SMALL TO BE SEEN FOR EMERGENCY USE. YH

Oct 25, 1999 Child Seat

THE GRACO INFANT CAR SEAT/CARRIER, MODEL# 8458 HH, WILL NOT ATTACH SAFELY TO THE CAR SEAT BASE WHEN THE UPPER POSITION SHOULDER STRAP LOCATIONS ARE USED TO SECURE THE INFANT. WHEN THE UPPER SHOULDER STRAP LOCATION SLOTS ARE USED, THE STRAPS ARE JOINED BY A METAL JUNTION TO THE TIGHTENING STRAP, FOR...

Oct 25, 1999 Child Seat

THE GRACO INFANT CAR SEAT/CARRIER, MODEL# 8458 HH, WILL NOT ATTACH SAFELY TO THE CAR SEAT BASE WHEN THE UPPER POSITION SHOULDER STRAP LOCATIONS ARE USED TO SECURE THE INFANT. WHEN THE UPPER SHOULDER STRAP LOCATION SLOTS ARE USED, THE STRAPS ARE JOINED BY A METAL JUNTION TO THE TIGHTENING STRAP, FOR...

Oct 20, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE FILLING THE GAS TANK FIRE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE OPENING, AROUND THE GAS NOZZLE. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 20, 1999 Electrical System

I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT THESE PROBLEMS ARE IDENTICAL ON ALL MODELS COMING IN, INCLUDING THE EXPEDITION. THE HORN DOES NOT WORK AND THEY "CANNOT FIX IT."

Oct 20, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire

WHILE FILLING THE GAS TANK FIRE STARTED TO COME UP FROM THE OPENING, AROUND THE GAS NOZZLE. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 20, 1999 Electrical System

I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT THESE PROBLEMS ARE IDENTICAL ON ALL MODELS COMING IN, INCLUDING THE EXPEDITION. THE HORN DOES NOT WORK AND THEY "CANNOT FIX IT."

Oct 15, 1999 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Visibility

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Structure

SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IT WILL ALSO STICK, AND WILL NOT CLOSE, CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE OF DEFECT. HAD TIGHTENED AND CLEANED DOOR ASSEMLY. BUT DEFECT STILL OCCURS.

Oct 15, 1999 Interior Lighting

REAR DOME LAMP FAILED. NLM

Oct 15, 1999 Electrical System

POOR DESIGN MAKES IT DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMER TO LOCATE THE HORN BUTTON. NLM

Oct 15, 1999 Structure

SLIDING DOOR IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT MAKING IT HARD TO CLOSE AND ONCE CLOSED IT STAYS AJAR CAUSING INTERIOR LIGHT TO STAY ON. NLM

Oct 15, 1999 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Steering

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Visibility

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1. STEERING COLUMN OUT OF ALIGNMENT, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STEERING; 2. POWER STEERING PUMP MAKING GRINDING SOUNDS WHEN ENGINE IS COLD AND, INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN THE ENGINE GETS HOT; 3. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP AND DEALER IS UN...

Oct 15, 1999 Structure

SLIDING DOOR WILL OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IT WILL ALSO STICK, AND WILL NOT CLOSE, CAUSING A SAFETY HAZARD. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE CAUSE OF DEFECT. HAD TIGHTENED AND CLEANED DOOR ASSEMLY. BUT DEFECT STILL OCCURS.

Oct 15, 1999 Interior Lighting

REAR DOME LAMP FAILED. NLM

Oct 15, 1999 Electrical System

POOR DESIGN MAKES IT DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMER TO LOCATE THE HORN BUTTON. NLM

Oct 15, 1999 Structure

SLIDING DOOR IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT MAKING IT HARD TO CLOSE AND ONCE CLOSED IT STAYS AJAR CAUSING INTERIOR LIGHT TO STAY ON. NLM

Oct 14, 1999 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN, TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE A LOUD SOUND. AND VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE. THEN TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE AGAIN THE SAME NOISE & THEN IT WOULD JERK. BEEN TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF NOISE. *AK

Oct 14, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN, TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE A LOUD SOUND. AND VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE. THEN TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE AGAIN THE SAME NOISE & THEN IT WOULD JERK. BEEN TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF NOISE. *AK

Oct 14, 1999 Power Train

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN, TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE A LOUD SOUND. AND VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE. THEN TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE AGAIN THE SAME NOISE & THEN IT WOULD JERK. BEEN TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF NOISE. *AK

Oct 14, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN, TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE A LOUD SOUND. AND VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE. THEN TRANSMISSION WOULD MAKE AGAIN THE SAME NOISE & THEN IT WOULD JERK. BEEN TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT LOCATE CAUSE OF NOISE. *AK

Oct 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE ON AN INCLINE, TRANSMISSION GRATES AND DIFFICULT TO PUT INTO GEAR, VALVES RATTLE WHEN ACCELERATING, VAN ACCELERATES UP TO 20 MPH WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL, POPPING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TURNING, MAKES GRINDING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING, DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX PROBLE...

Oct 7, 1999 Power Train

GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE ON AN INCLINE, TRANSMISSION GRATES AND DIFFICULT TO PUT INTO GEAR, VALVES RATTLE WHEN ACCELERATING, VAN ACCELERATES UP TO 20 MPH WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL, POPPING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TURNING, MAKES GRINDING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING, DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX PROBLE...

Oct 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE ON AN INCLINE, TRANSMISSION GRATES AND DIFFICULT TO PUT INTO GEAR, VALVES RATTLE WHEN ACCELERATING, VAN ACCELERATES UP TO 20 MPH WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL, POPPING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TURNING, MAKES GRINDING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING, DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX PROBLE...

Oct 7, 1999 Power Train

GOING FROM PARK TO DRIVE ON AN INCLINE, TRANSMISSION GRATES AND DIFFICULT TO PUT INTO GEAR, VALVES RATTLE WHEN ACCELERATING, VAN ACCELERATES UP TO 20 MPH WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL, POPPING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TURNING, MAKES GRINDING SOUND WHEN ACCELERATING, DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX PROBLE...

Oct 5, 1999 Seats

HORN IS VERY HARD TO DEPLOY; SWEET SPOT TOO SMALL AND REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. CANNOT BE USED QUICKLY. FORD CORPORATE REFUSED TO RESPOND TO MY WORRIES ABOUT THIS. ALSO SEATBACK LEVER SPRINGS MIDDLE SEATS BACK SO HARD I HAVE BEEN WHACKED IN THE HEAD SO HARD I SAW STARS.

Oct 5, 1999 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO DEPLOY; SWEET SPOT TOO SMALL AND REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. CANNOT BE USED QUICKLY. FORD CORPORATE REFUSED TO RESPOND TO MY WORRIES ABOUT THIS. ALSO SEATBACK LEVER SPRINGS MIDDLE SEATS BACK SO HARD I HAVE BEEN WHACKED IN THE HEAD SO HARD I SAW STARS.

Oct 5, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR LATCH DOES NOT CLOSE DOOR PROPERLY. MJS

Oct 5, 1999 Seats

HORN IS VERY HARD TO DEPLOY; SWEET SPOT TOO SMALL AND REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. CANNOT BE USED QUICKLY. FORD CORPORATE REFUSED TO RESPOND TO MY WORRIES ABOUT THIS. ALSO SEATBACK LEVER SPRINGS MIDDLE SEATS BACK SO HARD I HAVE BEEN WHACKED IN THE HEAD SO HARD I SAW STARS.

Oct 5, 1999 Electrical System

HORN IS VERY HARD TO DEPLOY; SWEET SPOT TOO SMALL AND REQUIRES EXCESSIVE EFFORT. CANNOT BE USED QUICKLY. FORD CORPORATE REFUSED TO RESPOND TO MY WORRIES ABOUT THIS. ALSO SEATBACK LEVER SPRINGS MIDDLE SEATS BACK SO HARD I HAVE BEEN WHACKED IN THE HEAD SO HARD I SAW STARS.

Oct 5, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR LATCH DOES NOT CLOSE DOOR PROPERLY. MJS

Sep 27, 1999 Power Train

WHILE SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, TRANSMISSION JUMPS AND JERKS INTO GEAR.

Sep 27, 1999 Electrical System

HORN VERY HARD TO ACTIVATE. VERY HARD TO LOCATE "SWEET SPOT" WITHOUT LOOKING DOWN AT STEERING WHEEL, CAUSING DANGEROUS SITUATION.

Sep 27, 1999 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE IN GEAR, A LOUD METAL-TO-METAL "CLUNKING" NOISE IS HEARD FROM TRANSMISSION. DEALER SAYS IN NORMAL.

Sep 27, 1999 Power Train

WHILE SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, TRANSMISSION JUMPS AND JERKS INTO GEAR.

Sep 27, 1999 Electrical System

HORN VERY HARD TO ACTIVATE. VERY HARD TO LOCATE "SWEET SPOT" WITHOUT LOOKING DOWN AT STEERING WHEEL, CAUSING DANGEROUS SITUATION.

Sep 27, 1999 Power Train

WHEN PUTTING VEHICLE IN GEAR, A LOUD METAL-TO-METAL "CLUNKING" NOISE IS HEARD FROM TRANSMISSION. DEALER SAYS IN NORMAL.

Sep 24, 1999 Electrical System

HORN REQUIRES EXTREME FORCE TO OPERATE. PASS REAR SLIDING DOOR, INSIDE PANEL RUBS AGAINST REAR FENDER SCRATCHING SURFACE.

Sep 24, 1999 Structure

HORN REQUIRES EXTREME FORCE TO OPERATE. PASS REAR SLIDING DOOR, INSIDE PANEL RUBS AGAINST REAR FENDER SCRATCHING SURFACE.

Sep 24, 1999 Electrical System

HORN REQUIRES EXTREME FORCE TO OPERATE. PASS REAR SLIDING DOOR, INSIDE PANEL RUBS AGAINST REAR FENDER SCRATCHING SURFACE.

Sep 24, 1999 Structure

HORN REQUIRES EXTREME FORCE TO OPERATE. PASS REAR SLIDING DOOR, INSIDE PANEL RUBS AGAINST REAR FENDER SCRATCHING SURFACE.

Sep 23, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

Sep 23, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Seat Belts

REAR AND THE MIDDLE SHOULDER SEAT BELTS GET TIGHT ON THE CONSUMERS WHEN PUTTING THE SEAT BELTS ON. CONSUMER HAVE TO KEEP TAKING THE SEAT BELT OFF AND KEEP PUTTING BACK ON BECAUSE EVERYTIME HE MOVES THE SEAT BELT GETS TIGHTER. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train Crash

GEAR WAS PUT INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKES WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO TAKE OFF WITH CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE AND RUN INTO A CREEK. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Seat Belts

REAR AND THE MIDDLE SHOULDER SEAT BELTS GET TIGHT ON THE CONSUMERS WHEN PUTTING THE SEAT BELTS ON. CONSUMER HAVE TO KEEP TAKING THE SEAT BELT OFF AND KEEP PUTTING BACK ON BECAUSE EVERYTIME HE MOVES THE SEAT BELT GETS TIGHTER. *AK

Sep 21, 1999 Power Train Crash

GEAR WAS PUT INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKES WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO TAKE OFF WITH CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE AND RUN INTO A CREEK. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

Sep 15, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE RUNAWAY ACCELERATION PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED THREE (3) MORE TIMES SINCE ORIGIONAL REPORT TO FORD DEALER (TOTAL 4 AS OF 09/15/99). PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED THREE (3) TIMES WITH TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE AND ONE (1) TIME IN REVERSE POSITION.

Sep 15, 1999 Structure

THE INTERNALLY MOUNTED LATCH LOST ALL (3) SCREWS WHICH FASTEN IT TO THE DOOR CAUSING THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR TO FAIL. *YC

Sep 15, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

ENGINE RUNAWAY ACCELERATION PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED THREE (3) MORE TIMES SINCE ORIGIONAL REPORT TO FORD DEALER (TOTAL 4 AS OF 09/15/99). PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED THREE (3) TIMES WITH TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE AND ONE (1) TIME IN REVERSE POSITION.

Sep 15, 1999 Structure

THE INTERNALLY MOUNTED LATCH LOST ALL (3) SCREWS WHICH FASTEN IT TO THE DOOR CAUSING THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR TO FAIL. *YC

Sep 1, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED THE PEDAL GOES BELOW THE LEVEL OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING DRIVER'S FOOT TO HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHEN TRYING TO STOP. FORD HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML

Sep 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED VEHICLE HESITATES. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, IT WILL SURGE FORWARD. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK. THE DEFECET HAS REOCCURED AGAIN WITHIN 6 WEEKS OF THE REPAIR. NOW DLR STATES CANNOT FIND CAUSE.*ET

Sep 1, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT ANY WARNING. SUMMER GRADE GAS PRESSURE BILLS UP INTO THE GAS TANK, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *AK

Sep 1, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED THE PEDAL GOES BELOW THE LEVEL OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, CAUSING DRIVER'S FOOT TO HIT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHEN TRYING TO STOP. FORD HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML

Sep 1, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS APPLIED VEHICLE HESITATES. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, IT WILL SURGE FORWARD. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK. THE DEFECET HAS REOCCURED AGAIN WITHIN 6 WEEKS OF THE REPAIR. NOW DLR STATES CANNOT FIND CAUSE.*ET

Sep 1, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT ANY WARNING. SUMMER GRADE GAS PRESSURE BILLS UP INTO THE GAS TANK, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

THE PIECE THAT ATTACHES THE FRONT WINDSHIELD TO THE DRIVERS DOOR IS SO LARGE THAT IT CREATES POOR VISIBILITY, CONSUMER ALMOST HIT PEOPLE DUE TO DESIGN. MJS

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

THE PIECE THAT ATTACHES THE FRONT WINDSHIELD TO THE DRIVERS DOOR IS SO LARGE THAT IT CREATES POOR VISIBILITY, CONSUMER ALMOST HIT PEOPLE DUE TO DESIGN. MJS

Aug 23, 1999 Structure

BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS HAVE FAILED, DEALER REQUESTED WE DRIVE VEHICLE TO SHOP WITH REAR DOORS OPENED

Aug 23, 1999 Structure

BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS HAVE FAILED, DEALER REQUESTED WE DRIVE VEHICLE TO SHOP WITH REAR DOORS OPENED

Aug 19, 1999 Structure

POWER SLIDING DOORS DO NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. SOMETIMES THE DOORS WILL JAM LEAVING YOU UNABLE TO OPEN OR CLOSE IT.

Aug 19, 1999 Structure

POWER SLIDING DOORS DO NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. SOMETIMES THE DOORS WILL JAM LEAVING YOU UNABLE TO OPEN OR CLOSE IT.

Aug 12, 1999 Visibility

DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW HAS TOO MUCH WIND TURBULENCE ,EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE WHEN DRIVEN OVER 40 MPH,CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO DRIVER.DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NO SOLUTION. *AK

Aug 12, 1999 Visibility

DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW HAS TOO MUCH WIND TURBULENCE ,EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE WHEN DRIVEN OVER 40 MPH,CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO DRIVER.DEALER CLAIMS THERE IS NO SOLUTION. *AK

Aug 11, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

FRONT PASSENGER 'SSIDE DOOR LATCH BROKE DUE TO THE BOLT THAT WASN'T PUT IN THE DOOR. *AK

Aug 11, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

FRONT PASSENGER 'SSIDE DOOR LATCH BROKE DUE TO THE BOLT THAT WASN'T PUT IN THE DOOR. *AK

Aug 6, 1999 Structure

FRAME STARTED TO PULL APART AFTER TOWING A TRAILER. DEALER WANTED TO WELD THE FRAME. *AK

Aug 6, 1999 Structure

FRAME STARTED TO PULL APART AFTER TOWING A TRAILER. DEALER WANTED TO WELD THE FRAME. *AK

Aug 5, 1999 Electrical System

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE DESIGN OF HORN WHICH HAS A DELAYED REACTION WHEN NEEDED. CONFIRMED THIS IN TWO DIFFEERENT VEHICLES ( SAME MODEL AND YEAR). SEEKING NHTSA HELP IN THIS MATTER OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK * MJS

Aug 5, 1999 Electrical System

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE DESIGN OF HORN WHICH HAS A DELAYED REACTION WHEN NEEDED. CONFIRMED THIS IN TWO DIFFEERENT VEHICLES ( SAME MODEL AND YEAR). SEEKING NHTSA HELP IN THIS MATTER OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK * MJS

Aug 3, 1999 Seats

SEATBACK SPRING IS TOO STRONG. THE SEATBACK SWINGS FORWARD WHEN HANDLE IS PULLED. DEALER AWARE OF PROBLEM. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM., AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.ALSO, HORN IN CENTER OF STEERING WHEEL, CENSOR IN HORN IS TOO SMALL, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN USE OF HORN. PROVIIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Electrical System

SEATBACK SPRING IS TOO STRONG. THE SEATBACK SWINGS FORWARD WHEN HANDLE IS PULLED. DEALER AWARE OF PROBLEM. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM., AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.ALSO, HORN IN CENTER OF STEERING WHEEL, CENSOR IN HORN IS TOO SMALL, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN USE OF HORN. PROVIIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY FUEL PUMP GAVE OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN WHILE TRAVELING IN TRAFFIC. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Equipment

DESIGN OF LEFT REAR DOOR CUP HOLDER INADEQUATE, A 2 1/2 YEAR OLD CHILD WAS ABLE TO TAKE THE CUP HOLDER OUT AND PUT A DRINKING CUP IN THE HOLE CAUSING THE CUP TO FALL INTO THE DOOR (WALL). *YC

Aug 3, 1999 Seats

SEATBACK SPRING IS TOO STRONG. THE SEATBACK SWINGS FORWARD WHEN HANDLE IS PULLED. DEALER AWARE OF PROBLEM. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM., AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.ALSO, HORN IN CENTER OF STEERING WHEEL, CENSOR IN HORN IS TOO SMALL, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN USE OF HORN. PROVIIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Electrical System

SEATBACK SPRING IS TOO STRONG. THE SEATBACK SWINGS FORWARD WHEN HANDLE IS PULLED. DEALER AWARE OF PROBLEM. CANNOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM., AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS.ALSO, HORN IN CENTER OF STEERING WHEEL, CENSOR IN HORN IS TOO SMALL, CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN USE OF HORN. PROVIIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY FUEL PUMP GAVE OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN WHILE TRAVELING IN TRAFFIC. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Aug 3, 1999 Equipment

DESIGN OF LEFT REAR DOOR CUP HOLDER INADEQUATE, A 2 1/2 YEAR OLD CHILD WAS ABLE TO TAKE THE CUP HOLDER OUT AND PUT A DRINKING CUP IN THE HOLE CAUSING THE CUP TO FALL INTO THE DOOR (WALL). *YC

Aug 1, 1999 Suspension

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR LX IN JUNE 4/99,SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THAT THE STEERING WHEELS SHAKES AND CURRENT IN MY RIGHT LEG WHEN THE SPEED IS ABOUT 70 MILES/HR. FOR 3 TIMES I WENT TO THE DEALER ,BUT THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG IN IT .

Aug 1, 1999 Suspension

I BOUGHT A FORD WINDSTAR LX IN JUNE 4/99,SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THAT THE STEERING WHEELS SHAKES AND CURRENT IN MY RIGHT LEG WHEN THE SPEED IS ABOUT 70 MILES/HR. FOR 3 TIMES I WENT TO THE DEALER ,BUT THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG IN IT .

Jul 26, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE KEEPS POPPING OPEN. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING & THE DOOR WOULD CHIME. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES. IT'S VERY HARD TO CLOSE ONCE IT HAS POPPED OPEN. TOOK TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED THE DOOR WORKS JUST FINE. *AK

Jul 26, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE KEEPS POPPING OPEN. HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING & THE DOOR WOULD CHIME. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES. IT'S VERY HARD TO CLOSE ONCE IT HAS POPPED OPEN. TOOK TO DEALER & WAS INFORMED THE DOOR WORKS JUST FINE. *AK

Jul 17, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT STAY OPEN ON AN INCLINE. DOOR WILL STAY OPEN FOR A WHILE BUT WHEN A PASSENGER ENTERS THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR RELEASES AND CLOSES ON THE PASSENGER. THIS IS A DANGEROUR CODITION WHICH COULD INJURE AN ADULT OR KILL A CHILD. THE SAME PROBLEM DOES NOT EXIST ON THE DRIV...

Jul 17, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT STAY OPEN ON AN INCLINE. DOOR WILL STAY OPEN FOR A WHILE BUT WHEN A PASSENGER ENTERS THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR RELEASES AND CLOSES ON THE PASSENGER. THIS IS A DANGEROUR CODITION WHICH COULD INJURE AN ADULT OR KILL A CHILD. THE SAME PROBLEM DOES NOT EXIST ON THE DRIV...

Jul 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER GAS CAP WAS REPLACED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS STILL ILLUMINATED DO TO THE SENSITIVITY OF THE WARNING SYSTEM. NLM

Jul 16, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER GAS CAP WAS REPLACED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS STILL ILLUMINATED DO TO THE SENSITIVITY OF THE WARNING SYSTEM. NLM

Jul 8, 1999 Structure

LOCATION OF CUP HOLDER ON FLOOR ATTACHED TO MIDDLE SEAT CAUSES PEOPLE TO TRIP & FALL OUT OF VAN. MANAGER OF DEALERSHIP INFORMED OWNER NO PROBLEM WITH CUP HOLDER. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED AT LEAST 4 TIMES. *AK

Jul 8, 1999 Structure

LOCATION OF CUP HOLDER ON FLOOR ATTACHED TO MIDDLE SEAT CAUSES PEOPLE TO TRIP & FALL OUT OF VAN. MANAGER OF DEALERSHIP INFORMED OWNER NO PROBLEM WITH CUP HOLDER. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED AT LEAST 4 TIMES. *AK

Jul 7, 1999 Structure

THIS WAS NOT A DEFECT ACCORDING TO FORD- THE AUTOMATIC DOORS DID NOT KICK BACK AND CLOSED ON MY HAND. FORD IS STATING THAT THEY ONLY KICK BACK WITH EQUAL WEIGHT- THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM SINCE I AM AN ADULT AND A CHILD'S HAND CAN BE CRUSHED IF IN THE WAY OF THE CLOSING DOORS.

Jul 7, 1999 Structure

THIS WAS NOT A DEFECT ACCORDING TO FORD- THE AUTOMATIC DOORS DID NOT KICK BACK AND CLOSED ON MY HAND. FORD IS STATING THAT THEY ONLY KICK BACK WITH EQUAL WEIGHT- THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM SINCE I AM AN ADULT AND A CHILD'S HAND CAN BE CRUSHED IF IN THE WAY OF THE CLOSING DOORS.

Jun 24, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN DOES SOUND EASILY WHEN PUSHING ON THE CENTER OF THE STEERING WHEEL. OFTEN THE HORN FAILS TO SOUND. THE TECHNICIANS AT MY FORD DEALER SAID THAT IT IS LIKE THE OTHER WINDSTARS. ALSO THE DESIGN IS DANGEROUS REQUIRING MOVING THE HAND FROM THE RIM OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE CENTER. IF ONLY...

Jun 24, 1999 Electrical System

THE HORN DOES SOUND EASILY WHEN PUSHING ON THE CENTER OF THE STEERING WHEEL. OFTEN THE HORN FAILS TO SOUND. THE TECHNICIANS AT MY FORD DEALER SAID THAT IT IS LIKE THE OTHER WINDSTARS. ALSO THE DESIGN IS DANGEROUS REQUIRING MOVING THE HAND FROM THE RIM OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE CENTER. IF ONLY...

Jun 8, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WHEN TRANSMISSION JUMPED GEARS, GOING FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION . MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 8, 1999 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WHEN TRANSMISSION JUMPED GEARS, GOING FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION . MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jun 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE DESIGN OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER/HEAT SHIELD IS SUCH THAT IT VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THIS VIBRATION PERMEATES THROUGH THE FLOOR AS A NUISANCE NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *AK

Jun 7, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE DESIGN OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER/HEAT SHIELD IS SUCH THAT IT VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THIS VIBRATION PERMEATES THROUGH THE FLOOR AS A NUISANCE NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *AK

May 22, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS ARE NOT STABLE WHEN MOVED TO FULLY OPEN POSITION, ESPECIALLY ON ROADS/DRIVEWAYS WHERE THERE IS A DECLINE. IN FOUR CASES OVER THE PAST TWO WEEKS, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WITH APPROX. A 15% DECLINE. I OPENED THE DOOR FOR MY SON AND IT "LOCKED" IN THE FULLY OPE...

May 22, 1999 Latches/locks/linkages

BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS ARE NOT STABLE WHEN MOVED TO FULLY OPEN POSITION, ESPECIALLY ON ROADS/DRIVEWAYS WHERE THERE IS A DECLINE. IN FOUR CASES OVER THE PAST TWO WEEKS, THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY WITH APPROX. A 15% DECLINE. I OPENED THE DOOR FOR MY SON AND IT "LOCKED" IN THE FULLY OPE...

May 20, 1999 Power Train

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Steering

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Parking Brake

WHILE PARKED ON A HILL WITH EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE ACTIVATED. ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER, VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY, ALMOST RAN OVER THE OCCUPANT AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED CAR. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 20, 1999 Power Train

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Steering

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH FOLLOWING PARTS: 1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN LOWER SPEED; 2. STEERING WOULD MAKE A POPPING NOISE ONLY IN WET CONDITIONS, AND 3. STARTER WOUD GRIND WHEN STARTING VEHICLE. DEALER/MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 20, 1999 Parking Brake

WHILE PARKED ON A HILL WITH EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE ACTIVATED. ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER, VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY, ALMOST RAN OVER THE OCCUPANT AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED CAR. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

May 13, 1999 Seat Belts

VEHICLE CAME WITH A DIFFERENT TYPE OF SEATBELT THAN WHAT IT WAS STATED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.THE MANUAL STATED THAT VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE THE AUTOMATIC RETRACTABLE SEATBELT. *AK

May 13, 1999 Seat Belts

VEHICLE CAME WITH A DIFFERENT TYPE OF SEATBELT THAN WHAT IT WAS STATED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.THE MANUAL STATED THAT VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE THE AUTOMATIC RETRACTABLE SEATBELT. *AK

May 11, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. YH

May 11, 1999 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. YH

May 10, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE STALLS DUE TO FUEL SYSTEM VAPOR LOCK FAILURE. THE DEALER HAS SHORTNED THE FILLER HOSE ON THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE STILLS STALLS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN IS DIFFICULT TO ACTIVATE. MUST PRESS HARD IN JUST THE RIGHT SPOT. *AK

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN TAKES EXCESSIVE EFFORT TO ACTIVATE AND IS HARD TO FIND. NLM

May 10, 1999 Structure

DESIGN OF SLIDING DOOR HANDLE IS DANGEROUS CAUSING EXTENDED FINGERS TO BECOME CAUGHT BETWEEN DOOR AND THE DOORFRAME, IN THIS CASE A SEVERE BRUISE AND LOSS OF A FINGERNAIL RESULTED. NLM

May 10, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE STALLS DUE TO FUEL SYSTEM VAPOR LOCK FAILURE. THE DEALER HAS SHORTNED THE FILLER HOSE ON THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE STILLS STALLS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER NOTIFIED. *AK

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN IS DIFFICULT TO ACTIVATE. MUST PRESS HARD IN JUST THE RIGHT SPOT. *AK

May 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN TAKES EXCESSIVE EFFORT TO ACTIVATE AND IS HARD TO FIND. NLM

May 10, 1999 Structure

DESIGN OF SLIDING DOOR HANDLE IS DANGEROUS CAUSING EXTENDED FINGERS TO BECOME CAUGHT BETWEEN DOOR AND THE DOORFRAME, IN THIS CASE A SEVERE BRUISE AND LOSS OF A FINGERNAIL RESULTED. NLM

May 6, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING TO NORTH CAROLINA, DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW EXPLODED LEAVING GLASS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHCILE. NO INJURY WAS SUSTAINED. *AK

May 6, 1999 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING TO NORTH CAROLINA, DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW EXPLODED LEAVING GLASS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHCILE. NO INJURY WAS SUSTAINED. *AK

Apr 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

DESIGN OF THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE LOCATED ON THE SAME PLANE RESULTING IN ACCIDENTAL ENGAGEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR, RESULTING IN COLLISION.

Apr 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

DESIGN OF THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE LOCATED ON THE SAME PLANE RESULTING IN ACCIDENTAL ENGAGEMENT OF THE ACCELERATOR, RESULTING IN COLLISION.

Apr 8, 1999 Air Bags

DRIVERS SIDE UNDER SEAT AIRBAG IMPACT SENSOR WAS NOT MOUNTED FIRMLY TO FLOOR. IT WAS JUST DANGLING FROM THE WIRING HARNESS, EFFECTIVELY DISABLING THE AIRBAGS. DEALER LOOKED AT SEAT PEDESTAL AND DETERMINED THAT THE WRONG SEAT MOUNT WAS INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY. DEALER IS INSTALLING THE CORRECT SEA...

Apr 8, 1999 Seats

DRIVERS SIDE UNDER SEAT AIRBAG IMPACT SENSOR WAS NOT MOUNTED FIRMLY TO FLOOR. IT WAS JUST DANGLING FROM THE WIRING HARNESS, EFFECTIVELY DISABLING THE AIRBAGS. DEALER LOOKED AT SEAT PEDESTAL AND DETERMINED THAT THE WRONG SEAT MOUNT WAS INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY. DEALER IS INSTALLING THE CORRECT SEA...

Apr 8, 1999 Air Bags

DRIVERS SIDE UNDER SEAT AIRBAG IMPACT SENSOR WAS NOT MOUNTED FIRMLY TO FLOOR. IT WAS JUST DANGLING FROM THE WIRING HARNESS, EFFECTIVELY DISABLING THE AIRBAGS. DEALER LOOKED AT SEAT PEDESTAL AND DETERMINED THAT THE WRONG SEAT MOUNT WAS INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY. DEALER IS INSTALLING THE CORRECT SEA...

Apr 8, 1999 Seats

DRIVERS SIDE UNDER SEAT AIRBAG IMPACT SENSOR WAS NOT MOUNTED FIRMLY TO FLOOR. IT WAS JUST DANGLING FROM THE WIRING HARNESS, EFFECTIVELY DISABLING THE AIRBAGS. DEALER LOOKED AT SEAT PEDESTAL AND DETERMINED THAT THE WRONG SEAT MOUNT WAS INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY. DEALER IS INSTALLING THE CORRECT SEA...

Apr 7, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN SHE HIT A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. *AK

Apr 7, 1999 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN SHE HIT A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. *AK

Mar 19, 1999 Structure

SIDE SLIDING DOOR SLAMS SHUT WHEN ON A DOWN GRADE.

Mar 19, 1999 Structure

SIDE SLIDING DOOR SLAMS SHUT WHEN ON A DOWN GRADE.

Mar 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN HARD TO ACTVATE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION REQUIRES TO MUCH DOWN FORCE AND TO SPACIFIC AN AREA TO DEPRESS, HORN ONCE ACIVATED CONTINUES TO SOUND FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS AFTER ACTIVATION

Mar 10, 1999 Electrical System

HORN HARD TO ACTVATE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION REQUIRES TO MUCH DOWN FORCE AND TO SPACIFIC AN AREA TO DEPRESS, HORN ONCE ACIVATED CONTINUES TO SOUND FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS AFTER ACTIVATION

Mar 5, 1999 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. CONSUMER SAYS THAT THE COVER IS VERY THICK, AND MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND THEY SAY THAT THE HORN WORKS AS IT WAS DESIGNED. *AK *ML

Mar 5, 1999 Electrical System

HORN DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. CONSUMER SAYS THAT THE COVER IS VERY THICK, AND MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND THEY SAY THAT THE HORN WORKS AS IT WAS DESIGNED. *AK *ML

Mar 1, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER MUST HIT THE HORN AT EXACT SPOT WITH EXTREME FORCE BEFORE HORN WILL BLOW WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOWS, AT FREEZING POINT UNDER 30 DEGREES WITH DRY FROST, WILL NOT OPERATE. CONSUMER MUST WAIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY WARMED UP. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER MUST HIT THE HORN AT EXACT SPOT WITH EXTREME FORCE BEFORE HORN WILL BLOW WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOWS, AT FREEZING POINT UNDER 30 DEGREES WITH DRY FROST, WILL NOT OPERATE. CONSUMER MUST WAIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY WARMED UP. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Electrical System

CONSUMER MUST HIT THE HORN AT EXACT SPOT WITH EXTREME FORCE BEFORE HORN WILL BLOW WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOWS, AT FREEZING POINT UNDER 30 DEGREES WITH DRY FROST, WILL NOT OPERATE. CONSUMER MUST WAIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY WARMED UP. *AK

Mar 1, 1999 Structure

CONSUMER MUST HIT THE HORN AT EXACT SPOT WITH EXTREME FORCE BEFORE HORN WILL BLOW WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO, DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S POWER WINDOWS, AT FREEZING POINT UNDER 30 DEGREES WITH DRY FROST, WILL NOT OPERATE. CONSUMER MUST WAIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY WARMED UP. *AK

Feb 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE AT STOP LIGHT THE RPM IDLED HIGH THEN IDLED LOW AND RETRUNED TO NORMAL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK.ET.

Feb 16, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE AT STOP LIGHT THE RPM IDLED HIGH THEN IDLED LOW AND RETRUNED TO NORMAL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK.ET.

Feb 10, 1999 Electrical System

OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS ARE STOPPING AND ASKING ME IF MY HORN WORKS. APPARENTLY MANY OWNERS OF 1999 WINDSTARS ARE EXPERIENCING HORN FAILURES. IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO SOUND THE HORN. THE DEMMER FORD REP. (PHIL) SAID HE CALLED THE OAKVILLE ASSEMBLY PLANT AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. HE SAID...

Feb 10, 1999 Electrical System

OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS ARE STOPPING AND ASKING ME IF MY HORN WORKS. APPARENTLY MANY OWNERS OF 1999 WINDSTARS ARE EXPERIENCING HORN FAILURES. IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO SOUND THE HORN. THE DEMMER FORD REP. (PHIL) SAID HE CALLED THE OAKVILLE ASSEMBLY PLANT AND THEY ARE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. HE SAID...

Feb 9, 1999 Steering

VAN WAS RETURNED TO DEALER TO FIX A MINOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD JUMP AND JERK INTO GEAR. FORD ELECTED TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. THEN THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THE STEERING PROBLEMS AND REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION. THEN DIS...

Feb 9, 1999 Power Train

VAN WAS RETURNED TO DEALER TO FIX A MINOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD JUMP AND JERK INTO GEAR. FORD ELECTED TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. THEN THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THE STEERING PROBLEMS AND REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION. THEN DIS...

Feb 9, 1999 Steering

VAN WAS RETURNED TO DEALER TO FIX A MINOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD JUMP AND JERK INTO GEAR. FORD ELECTED TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. THEN THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THE STEERING PROBLEMS AND REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION. THEN DIS...

Feb 9, 1999 Power Train

VAN WAS RETURNED TO DEALER TO FIX A MINOR PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND THEN ACCELERATING, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD JUMP AND JERK INTO GEAR. FORD ELECTED TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION. THEN THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THE STEERING PROBLEMS AND REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION. THEN DIS...

Feb 7, 1999 Electrical System

PROBLEM WITH "PULSATING" OF BOTH EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING. IN FOR REPAIRS AT DEALER ON 2-5-99, BUT NOT FIXED. BEEN TOLD PROBLEM IS WITH VOLTAGE REGULATOR. INVOICE OF REPAIRS SHOWS 'REPAIRED' WIRING AT ALTERNATOR. *AK

Feb 7, 1999 Electrical System

PROBLEM WITH "PULSATING" OF BOTH EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING. IN FOR REPAIRS AT DEALER ON 2-5-99, BUT NOT FIXED. BEEN TOLD PROBLEM IS WITH VOLTAGE REGULATOR. INVOICE OF REPAIRS SHOWS 'REPAIRED' WIRING AT ALTERNATOR. *AK

Feb 4, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FUNCTIONS IF CORRECT SPOT ON WHEEL IS HIT, BUT THE "SWEET SPOT" IS SMALL. MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, PRESSING MOST AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT CAUSE THE HORN TO SOUND -A MAJOR POTENTIAL PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 4, 1999 Electrical System

HORN FUNCTIONS IF CORRECT SPOT ON WHEEL IS HIT, BUT THE "SWEET SPOT" IS SMALL. MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, PRESSING MOST AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL DOES NOT CAUSE THE HORN TO SOUND -A MAJOR POTENTIAL PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 27, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TAKING VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK POSITION" TO DRIVE POSITION THE VEHICLE REVVED, AND LUNGED FORWARD WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. *AK

Jan 27, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE TAKING VEHICLE OUT OF "PARK POSITION" TO DRIVE POSITION THE VEHICLE REVVED, AND LUNGED FORWARD WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. *AK

Jan 12, 1999 Electrical System

THERE ARE TWO PROBLEMS WITH THE HORN IN THE 1999 WINDSTAR. FIRST, THE HORN REQUIRES EXTRAORDINARY PRESSURE IN ORDER TO GET IT TO SOUND. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHERE ONE NEEDS A QUICK SOUNDING OF THE HORN. SECOND, A LARGE AREA OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHERE ONE WOULD EXPECT ...

Jan 12, 1999 Electrical System

THERE ARE TWO PROBLEMS WITH THE HORN IN THE 1999 WINDSTAR. FIRST, THE HORN REQUIRES EXTRAORDINARY PRESSURE IN ORDER TO GET IT TO SOUND. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHERE ONE NEEDS A QUICK SOUNDING OF THE HORN. SECOND, A LARGE AREA OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHERE ONE WOULD EXPECT ...

Jan 11, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN TRYING TO PUT GAS INTO THE TANK THE PUMP DOES NOT FIT PROPERLY. IF CONSUMER PUTS THE PUMP ALL THE WAY IN THE TANK, THERE IS AN AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF THAT KEEPS CONSUMER FROM PUMPING . TO PUMP GAS CONSUMER HAS TO HOLD THE PUMP 1/3 OF AN INCH IN THE TANK. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Jan 11, 1999 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN TRYING TO PUT GAS INTO THE TANK THE PUMP DOES NOT FIT PROPERLY. IF CONSUMER PUTS THE PUMP ALL THE WAY IN THE TANK, THERE IS AN AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF THAT KEEPS CONSUMER FROM PUMPING . TO PUMP GAS CONSUMER HAS TO HOLD THE PUMP 1/3 OF AN INCH IN THE TANK. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Dec 24, 1998 Structure

HAD NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF PROBLEM. THE POWER DOORS CAN BE ACTIVATED BY A CHILD. THEY KEEP CLOSING & DO NOT STOP UNTIL THEY ARE CLOSED & LOCKED. CAN HAPPENS EVEN WHEN SOMETHING OR SOMEONE IS IN THE DOORWAY. *AK

Dec 24, 1998 Structure

HAD NOTIFIED THE DEALER OF PROBLEM. THE POWER DOORS CAN BE ACTIVATED BY A CHILD. THEY KEEP CLOSING & DO NOT STOP UNTIL THEY ARE CLOSED & LOCKED. CAN HAPPENS EVEN WHEN SOMETHING OR SOMEONE IS IN THE DOORWAY. *AK