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Active Recalls (6)

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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Jul 1, 2025 Suspension 160,263 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the contact heard a loud sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that steering wheel became difficult to turn. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was ...

Jul 1, 2025 Suspension 160,263 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the contact heard a loud sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that steering wheel became difficult to turn. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was ...

Apr 8, 2025 Structure

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V030000 (Structure). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Apr 8, 2025 Structure

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V030000 (Structure). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent me...

Dec 11, 2024 Suspension 135,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the passenger’s side rear wheel. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the fa...

Dec 11, 2024 Suspension 135,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the passenger’s side rear wheel. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the fa...

Jul 5, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control 250,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS and Brake warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, there was smoke, and a burning odor coming from the engine compartment. The contact also stated that the ABS fluid had leaked from the veh...

Jul 5, 2024 Vehicle Speed Control 250,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS and Brake warning lights remained illuminated. Additionally, there was smoke, and a burning odor coming from the engine compartment. The contact also stated that the ABS fluid had leaked from the veh...

Jun 6, 2024 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor circulating inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle started losing motive power, and he was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicl...

Jun 6, 2024 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor circulating inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle started losing motive power, and he was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicl...

May 6, 2024 Suspension 207,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving from the driveway, the front driver's side control arm detached from the vehicle. The vehicle made an abnormal scraping sound. While making a turn, an abnormal clicking noise was heard. There were no warning lights illumina...

May 6, 2024 Suspension 207,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving from the driveway, the front driver's side control arm detached from the vehicle. The vehicle made an abnormal scraping sound. While making a turn, an abnormal clicking noise was heard. There were no warning lights illumina...

Aug 7, 2023 Suspension 180,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from an undisclosed location of the vehicle. The contact veered off the roadway. The contact notified a tow truck company and inspected the vehicle and noticed that the...

Aug 7, 2023 Suspension 180,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from an undisclosed location of the vehicle. The contact veered off the roadway. The contact notified a tow truck company and inspected the vehicle and noticed that the...

Jun 15, 2023 Steering Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Jun 15, 2023 Structure Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Jun 15, 2023 Wheels Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Jun 15, 2023 Steering Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Jun 15, 2023 Structure Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Jun 15, 2023 Wheels Crash

The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service cente...

Feb 17, 2023 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact started losing control of the vehicle. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the vehicle was ex...

Feb 17, 2023 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact started losing control of the vehicle. The contact was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the vehicle was ex...

Jan 4, 2023 Suspension 147,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact had taken her vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the rear axle had cracked due to severe corrosion. The mechanic informed her that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact was also informed that the vehicle might be include...

Jan 4, 2023 Suspension 147,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact had taken her vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the rear axle had cracked due to severe corrosion. The mechanic informed her that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact was also informed that the vehicle might be include...

Oct 27, 2022 Structure 150,000 mi

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while her son was driving 10 MPH and making a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle stopped as the rear tires collapsed inside the wheel well. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it ...

Oct 27, 2022 Suspension 150,000 mi

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while her son was driving 10 MPH and making a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle stopped as the rear tires collapsed inside the wheel well. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it ...

Oct 27, 2022 Structure 150,000 mi

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while her son was driving 10 MPH and making a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle stopped as the rear tires collapsed inside the wheel well. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it ...

Oct 27, 2022 Suspension 150,000 mi

The contact’s son owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while her son was driving 10 MPH and making a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle stopped as the rear tires collapsed inside the wheel well. The contact was able to park the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it ...

Oct 26, 2022 Suspension 136,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle was wobbling. Once the contact arrived at her residence, her husband noticed that the rear of the subframe was fracture. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign...

Oct 26, 2022 Structure 136,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle was wobbling. Once the contact arrived at her residence, her husband noticed that the rear of the subframe was fracture. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign...

Oct 26, 2022 Suspension 136,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle was wobbling. Once the contact arrived at her residence, her husband noticed that the rear of the subframe was fracture. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign...

Oct 26, 2022 Structure 136,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle was wobbling. Once the contact arrived at her residence, her husband noticed that the rear of the subframe was fracture. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign...

Oct 3, 2022 Power Train

My family and I went to pull out of an entersection when the 03 Ford Windstar I purchased suddenly stopped pulling .almost getting rearended

Oct 3, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My family and I went to pull out of an entersection when the 03 Ford Windstar I purchased suddenly stopped pulling .almost getting rearended

Oct 3, 2022 Power Train

My family and I went to pull out of an entersection when the 03 Ford Windstar I purchased suddenly stopped pulling .almost getting rearended

Oct 3, 2022 Unknown Or Other

My family and I went to pull out of an entersection when the 03 Ford Windstar I purchased suddenly stopped pulling .almost getting rearended

May 23, 2022 Power Train

On May 23rd 2022 I was driving on interstate 45 the speed limit through where I was driving was 75 all of a sudden with no warning no engine light on my transmission stopped working and I could not break I was able to safely get over thank goodness but there is a recall on my transmission which almo...

May 23, 2022 Power Train

On May 23rd 2022 I was driving on interstate 45 the speed limit through where I was driving was 75 all of a sudden with no warning no engine light on my transmission stopped working and I could not break I was able to safely get over thank goodness but there is a recall on my transmission which almo...

May 13, 2022 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while his wife was exiting the vehicle, she noticed that the rear driver’s side wheel was leaning in towards the frame of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mecha...

May 13, 2022 Suspension 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while his wife was exiting the vehicle, she noticed that the rear driver’s side wheel was leaning in towards the frame of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mecha...

Jan 7, 2022 Service Brakes

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Jan 7, 2022 Steering

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Jan 7, 2022 Suspension

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Jan 7, 2022 Service Brakes

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Jan 7, 2022 Steering

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Jan 7, 2022 Suspension

When driving my muffler broke loose and was dragging on the ground. My axel creaks when I stop or sit idle at a light. When several miles from home my ignition cylinder came out. I couldn't start or turn the ignition on nor operate the steering. I'm now afraid to drive my vehicle. Since acqui...

Sep 14, 2021 Suspension 87,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that the ABS warning light and brake warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where she was informed that the rear axle was severely corroded and at risk of fracturing. The dealer in...

Sep 14, 2021 Suspension 87,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that the ABS warning light and brake warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where she was informed that the rear axle was severely corroded and at risk of fracturing. The dealer in...

Aug 30, 2021 Steering

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 30, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 30, 2021 Back Over Prevention

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 30, 2021 Steering

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 30, 2021 Vehicle Speed Control

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 30, 2021 Back Over Prevention

Driver was stalking a pedestrian.

Aug 20, 2021 Structure

The rear wheel well is corroded and the corrosion is into the structure that the seat belt is mounted to and it ruined the REM(rear electronic module) there is supposed to be a recall on it but all the ford garages say its been done but it hasn't and now I have no way to work or to take my kids anyw...

Aug 20, 2021 Structure

The rear wheel well is corroded and the corrosion is into the structure that the seat belt is mounted to and it ruined the REM(rear electronic module) there is supposed to be a recall on it but all the ford garages say its been done but it hasn't and now I have no way to work or to take my kids anyw...

Jul 21, 2021 Suspension 158,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, there was a loud noise heard then the vehicle collapsed. The contact steered the steering wheel to move the vehicle off the road and heard metal screeching coming from the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dea...

Jul 21, 2021 Suspension 158,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, there was a loud noise heard then the vehicle collapsed. The contact steered the steering wheel to move the vehicle off the road and heard metal screeching coming from the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dea...

May 28, 2021 Suspension 75,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, the contact noticed that the rear axle was severely corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic failed to fix the failure. The vehicle was not repaire...

May 28, 2021 Suspension 75,000 mi

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, the contact noticed that the rear axle was severely corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic failed to fix the failure. The vehicle was not repaire...

Apr 19, 2021 Suspension 147,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING ABOUT 30 MILES AN HOUR THE VAN FILLED WITH SMOKE WHEN I CAME TO A STOP I LOOKED UNDER THE CAR AND THE BACK AXLE WAS BROKE I HAD IT TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $3200 TO FIX IT THEY SAID IT DIDN'T FALL UNDER THE RECALL THEY HAD FOR THE ...

Apr 19, 2021 Suspension 147,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET GOING ABOUT 30 MILES AN HOUR THE VAN FILLED WITH SMOKE WHEN I CAME TO A STOP I LOOKED UNDER THE CAR AND THE BACK AXLE WAS BROKE I HAD IT TOWED TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $3200 TO FIX IT THEY SAID IT DIDN'T FALL UNDER THE RECALL THEY HAD FOR THE ...

Mar 15, 2021 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE OR METAL BRACKETS ON MY VEHICLE SNAPPED WHILE I BRAKED FOR ANOTHER VEHICLE APPROACHING. I HAD THE METAL ON MY AXLE WELDED TO FIX THE PROBLEM TEMPORARILY THAT IS BECAUSE IT IS CURRENTLY BROKE AGAIN. I BELIEVE THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS SPECIFIC PROBLEM.

Mar 15, 2021 Suspension 100,000 mi

MY BACK AXLE ITS RUSTED AND ITS CRACKED.THE MECHANIC MENTION THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF IT BREAKS WHILE DRIVING.WHILE THE MECHANIC REPLACED MY FUEL PUMP HE NOTICED THIS ISSUE.

Mar 15, 2021 Unknown Or Other 135,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE OR METAL BRACKETS ON MY VEHICLE SNAPPED WHILE I BRAKED FOR ANOTHER VEHICLE APPROACHING. I HAD THE METAL ON MY AXLE WELDED TO FIX THE PROBLEM TEMPORARILY THAT IS BECAUSE IT IS CURRENTLY BROKE AGAIN. I BELIEVE THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS SPECIFIC PROBLEM.

Mar 15, 2021 Suspension 100,000 mi

MY BACK AXLE ITS RUSTED AND ITS CRACKED.THE MECHANIC MENTION THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IF IT BREAKS WHILE DRIVING.WHILE THE MECHANIC REPLACED MY FUEL PUMP HE NOTICED THIS ISSUE.

Jan 25, 2021 Power Train 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFO...

Jan 25, 2021 Power Train 172,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFO...

Jan 12, 2021 Structure 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Jan 12, 2021 Steering 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Jan 12, 2021 Suspension 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Jan 12, 2021 Structure 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Jan 12, 2021 Steering 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Jan 12, 2021 Suspension 130,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. IT WAS AT THE MECHANIC FOR SOME REPAIRS AND HE POINTED OUT THE ISSUE WITH MY REAR AXLE BEING CRACKED AND CORRODED. WHICH ITS VERY DANGEROUS TO KEEP DRIVING LIKE THIS. *LN*JB

Dec 18, 2020 Power Train 1,073,200 mi

PURCHASED USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR..IN 2005 ..WITH 30,000 MILES ..NOW HAS 107,000 MILES...AROUND TOWN DRIVING...GOT RECALLS..BROUGHT VEHICLE IN TO DEALER FOR REAR AXLE FIX.INSPECTED TWICE..AFTER ......BRACKETS INSTALLED TO STABILIZE AXLE WERE INITIALLY INSTALLED TOLD IF AXLE WAS BAD , FORD WOULD REP...

Dec 18, 2020 Power Train 1,073,200 mi

PURCHASED USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR..IN 2005 ..WITH 30,000 MILES ..NOW HAS 107,000 MILES...AROUND TOWN DRIVING...GOT RECALLS..BROUGHT VEHICLE IN TO DEALER FOR REAR AXLE FIX.INSPECTED TWICE..AFTER ......BRACKETS INSTALLED TO STABILIZE AXLE WERE INITIALLY INSTALLED TOLD IF AXLE WAS BAD , FORD WOULD REP...

Sep 16, 2020 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, AN ABNORMAL SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TAYLOR FORD LOCATED AT 13500 TELEGRAPH RD, TAYLOR, MI 48180, TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS I...

Sep 16, 2020 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, AN ABNORMAL SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TAYLOR FORD LOCATED AT 13500 TELEGRAPH RD, TAYLOR, MI 48180, TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS I...

Aug 10, 2020 Suspension 185,000 mi

I CONTACTED THIS AGENCY PREVIOUSLY REGARDING THE FAILURE OF THE REAR AXLE IN DETAIL. THIS NOTE IS SENT TO FURTHER EXPLAIN THE FAILURE OF FORD, GARLITCH FORD, AND THE NHTSA TO PROPERLY ASSURE ME THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ADEQUATELY. IT WAS NOT. I REMOVED THE USELESS BRACKETS GARLITCH FORD INSTALL...

Aug 10, 2020 Suspension 185,000 mi

I CONTACTED THIS AGENCY PREVIOUSLY REGARDING THE FAILURE OF THE REAR AXLE IN DETAIL. THIS NOTE IS SENT TO FURTHER EXPLAIN THE FAILURE OF FORD, GARLITCH FORD, AND THE NHTSA TO PROPERLY ASSURE ME THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ADEQUATELY. IT WAS NOT. I REMOVED THE USELESS BRACKETS GARLITCH FORD INSTALL...

Aug 8, 2020 Suspension 117,400 mi

MY AXEL CRACKED ON LEFT SIDE, NOISE ALERTED ME TO THE DANGER. CAREER MECHANIC, NEVER SEEN A RUSTED OUT OR CRACKED REAR AXLE. I ALSO WORKED OUT OF MY HOME ON CARS RUNNING MY OWN SHOP FOR DECADES. AGAIN I HAVE NEVER CHANGED A CRACKED REAR AXLE. THE FIRST RECALL WAS IN MY OPINION ONLY A POOR ATTEMP...

Aug 8, 2020 Suspension 117,400 mi

MY AXEL CRACKED ON LEFT SIDE, NOISE ALERTED ME TO THE DANGER. CAREER MECHANIC, NEVER SEEN A RUSTED OUT OR CRACKED REAR AXLE. I ALSO WORKED OUT OF MY HOME ON CARS RUNNING MY OWN SHOP FOR DECADES. AGAIN I HAVE NEVER CHANGED A CRACKED REAR AXLE. THE FIRST RECALL WAS IN MY OPINION ONLY A POOR ATTEMP...

Aug 1, 2020 Suspension 128,000 mi

ALTHOUGH MY VAN HAS BEEN THROUGH ALL RECALL REPAIRS/INSPECTIONS AS I PULLED INTO MY LOCAL GAS STATION TODAY MY REAR AXLE BROKE.*DT VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST DEALERSHIP (DAVE KNAPP FORD LINCOLN) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PASSED INSPECTION DURING THE RECALL. AS VEHICLE WAS BEI...

Aug 1, 2020 Suspension 128,000 mi

ALTHOUGH MY VAN HAS BEEN THROUGH ALL RECALL REPAIRS/INSPECTIONS AS I PULLED INTO MY LOCAL GAS STATION TODAY MY REAR AXLE BROKE.*DT VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO CLOSEST DEALERSHIP (DAVE KNAPP FORD LINCOLN) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD PASSED INSPECTION DURING THE RECALL. AS VEHICLE WAS BEI...

Jun 22, 2020 Suspension Fire 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE DRIVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, AN ODOR OF BURNING RUBBER WAS PRESENT. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL AND TIRE WAS RUBBI...

Jun 22, 2020 Suspension Fire 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE DRIVER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, AN ODOR OF BURNING RUBBER WAS PRESENT. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL AND TIRE WAS RUBBI...

May 12, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 12, 2020 Electrical System Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 12, 2020 Suspension Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 12, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 12, 2020 Electrical System Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 12, 2020 Suspension Crash 103,000 mi

IT HAS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. NEEDS WIRING HARNESS, NEEDS FRONT AND REAL AXLE REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS. ALARM GOES OFF AT RANDOM. WON'T HOLD CHARGE. STEERING WHEEL BEARINGS ARE SHOT. *TR

May 5, 2020 Suspension 187,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON A CITY STREET AT 35 MPH AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON THE DRIVER SIDE UNDERNEATH THE RECALL BRACKET INSTALLED BY FORD. RECALL 10S13 WAS PERFORMED ON THIS VEHICLE IN 2008 OR 2009. THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED AS SPECIFIED BY FORD AND OBVIOUSLY WERE INADEQUATE TO FIX OR PREV...

May 5, 2020 Suspension 187,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON A CITY STREET AT 35 MPH AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE ON THE DRIVER SIDE UNDERNEATH THE RECALL BRACKET INSTALLED BY FORD. RECALL 10S13 WAS PERFORMED ON THIS VEHICLE IN 2008 OR 2009. THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED AS SPECIFIED BY FORD AND OBVIOUSLY WERE INADEQUATE TO FIX OR PREV...

Jan 23, 2020 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY INCLUDED IN A RECALL REGARDING THE CRADLE SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY, FOR WHICH THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHORTLY AFTER THE RECALL REPAIR, WHILE IDLE AND DURING ACCELERATION THAT THE VEHICLE WOUL...

Jan 23, 2020 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY INCLUDED IN A RECALL REGARDING THE CRADLE SUB FRAME ASSEMBLY, FOR WHICH THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHORTLY AFTER THE RECALL REPAIR, WHILE IDLE AND DURING ACCELERATION THAT THE VEHICLE WOUL...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY FATHER-IN-LAW'S MINIVAN SNAPPED IN HALF, EVEN THOUGH THE BRACKETS FOR THE FIRST RECALL WERE INSTALLED AND THE BRACKETS WERE THEN INSPECTED AND SIGNED OFF ON DURING THE SECOND RECALL. BOTH RECALLS WERE SIGNED OFF AS COMPLETED AND SAFE BUT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, WITH FOUR SMALL CHIL...

Dec 3, 2019 Unknown Or Other 81,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY FATHER-IN-LAW'S MINIVAN SNAPPED IN HALF, EVEN THOUGH THE BRACKETS FOR THE FIRST RECALL WERE INSTALLED AND THE BRACKETS WERE THEN INSPECTED AND SIGNED OFF ON DURING THE SECOND RECALL. BOTH RECALLS WERE SIGNED OFF AS COMPLETED AND SAFE BUT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, WITH FOUR SMALL CHIL...

Nov 17, 2019 Suspension 1,172,088 mi

THE REAR AXLE HAS CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE AND I CANNOT DRIVE IT NOW. THIS WAS INSPECTED TWICE UNDER FORD RECALL. THE FIRST TIME THEY PUT BRACKETS ON THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS, AND THE REAR AXLE. THE SECOND TIME THEY RECALLED IT BACK TO REINSPECT THE WORK THAT HAD BEEN DONE SINCE THEY HAD MANY THA...

Nov 17, 2019 Suspension 1,172,088 mi

THE REAR AXLE HAS CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE AND I CANNOT DRIVE IT NOW. THIS WAS INSPECTED TWICE UNDER FORD RECALL. THE FIRST TIME THEY PUT BRACKETS ON THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS, AND THE REAR AXLE. THE SECOND TIME THEY RECALLED IT BACK TO REINSPECT THE WORK THAT HAD BEEN DONE SINCE THEY HAD MANY THA...

Nov 5, 2019 Suspension 140,000 mi

DRIVING IN TOWN AND REAR AXLE BUSTED IN HALF NEXT TO FORD'S SO CALLED BRACKET FIX.

Nov 5, 2019 Suspension 140,000 mi

DRIVING IN TOWN AND REAR AXLE BUSTED IN HALF NEXT TO FORD'S SO CALLED BRACKET FIX.

Oct 7, 2019 Engine Fire 182,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, WHITE SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND THEN IT BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE V...

Oct 7, 2019 Engine Fire 182,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, WHITE SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND THEN IT BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE V...

Oct 5, 2019 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WHEN TRAVELING 15 MPH ON BRICK ROAD I PRESSED BRAKES TO STOP THEN LOUD NOISE AND CAR STILL ROLLED FORWARD - SCARY AND UNSAFE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS - THE ABS LIGHT IS ON IN MY VEHICLE

Oct 5, 2019 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WHEN TRAVELING 15 MPH ON BRICK ROAD I PRESSED BRAKES TO STOP THEN LOUD NOISE AND CAR STILL ROLLED FORWARD - SCARY AND UNSAFE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE UNDER DIFFERENT CONDITIONS - THE ABS LIGHT IS ON IN MY VEHICLE

Sep 30, 2019 Service Brakes 158,200 mi

THE PARK AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, LOOKED UP AND IT SAID THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING LIKE IT SHOULD. THIS HAPPENS WHEN I'M DRIVING IN CITY , HIGHWAYS, NOT MOVING.

Sep 30, 2019 Service Brakes 158,200 mi

THE PARK AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, LOOKED UP AND IT SAID THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING LIKE IT SHOULD. THIS HAPPENS WHEN I'M DRIVING IN CITY , HIGHWAYS, NOT MOVING.

Sep 26, 2019 Suspension 129,493 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 60 MPH CHANGING LANES TO THE RIGHT I COULD HEAR TIRES SQUEALING AND THE VAN FELT LIKE IT WAS GOING TO ROLL OVER TO THE LEFT. I REGAINED CONTROL, THEN I HEARD SOME CREAKING METAL NOISE, THEN I HEARD A RUBBING NOISE AND SAW A LOT OF SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR. ...

Sep 26, 2019 Suspension 129,493 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT ABOUT 60 MPH CHANGING LANES TO THE RIGHT I COULD HEAR TIRES SQUEALING AND THE VAN FELT LIKE IT WAS GOING TO ROLL OVER TO THE LEFT. I REGAINED CONTROL, THEN I HEARD SOME CREAKING METAL NOISE, THEN I HEARD A RUBBING NOISE AND SAW A LOT OF SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR. ...

Sep 24, 2019 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A POP SOUND AND THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WENT FLAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BENDING INWARDS DUE TO RUST OR CORROSION, ...

Sep 24, 2019 Suspension 178,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A POP SOUND AND THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WENT FLAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BENDING INWARDS DUE TO RUST OR CORROSION, ...

Sep 13, 2019 Suspension 188,129 mi

VEHICLE IN MOTION WITH FAMILY 70-75MPH ON INTERSTATE. REAR LEFT TIRE BEGAN RUBBING THE INSIDE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OFF FROM INTERSTATE TO A NEARBY EXIT. JACKED VAN IN A PARKING LOT TO SEE REAR LEFT SUBFRAME (AXLE) HAD FRACTURED. BRACKET INSTALLED BY FORD PER REAR SUBFRAME/AXLE RECALL HAD FAILED - MISS...

Sep 13, 2019 Suspension 188,129 mi

VEHICLE IN MOTION WITH FAMILY 70-75MPH ON INTERSTATE. REAR LEFT TIRE BEGAN RUBBING THE INSIDE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OFF FROM INTERSTATE TO A NEARBY EXIT. JACKED VAN IN A PARKING LOT TO SEE REAR LEFT SUBFRAME (AXLE) HAD FRACTURED. BRACKET INSTALLED BY FORD PER REAR SUBFRAME/AXLE RECALL HAD FAILED - MISS...

Sep 7, 2019 Suspension 200,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I MADE A LEFT-HAND TURN, AND THE REAR AXLE CRACKED IN HALF ON THE RIGHT-HAND SIDE.

Sep 7, 2019 Suspension 200,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I MADE A LEFT-HAND TURN, AND THE REAR AXLE CRACKED IN HALF ON THE RIGHT-HAND SIDE.

Jun 25, 2019 Structure 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A CLUNKING TYPE NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE SUBFRAME AND THE VEHICLE BECAME UNSTABLE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME MOUNTS SEPARATED DUE TO RUSTING. THE CAUSE OF THE RUST ...

Jun 25, 2019 Structure 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A CLUNKING TYPE NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE SUBFRAME AND THE VEHICLE BECAME UNSTABLE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUBFRAME MOUNTS SEPARATED DUE TO RUSTING. THE CAUSE OF THE RUST ...

Jun 17, 2019 Suspension 205,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL AND REAR WHEEL CANTED INWARD AND RUBBING ON WHEEL WELL. REAR AXLE WAS COMPLETELY CRACKED IN HALF ON ONE SIDE AND 3/4 ON THE OTHER SIDE. THIS IS 2 YRS AFTER THE FORD RECALL THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING.

Jun 17, 2019 Suspension 205,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING EXPERIENCED LOSS OF CONTROL AND REAR WHEEL CANTED INWARD AND RUBBING ON WHEEL WELL. REAR AXLE WAS COMPLETELY CRACKED IN HALF ON ONE SIDE AND 3/4 ON THE OTHER SIDE. THIS IS 2 YRS AFTER THE FORD RECALL THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING.

Jun 14, 2019 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT SWERVED OFF THE ROAD. THE REAR TWO WHEELS WOBBLED AND SHIFTED THE TIRES OUT OF PLACE. THE CONTACT WAS FINALLY ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN IT CAME TO A HALT ON THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE W...

Jun 14, 2019 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT SWERVED OFF THE ROAD. THE REAR TWO WHEELS WOBBLED AND SHIFTED THE TIRES OUT OF PLACE. THE CONTACT WAS FINALLY ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN IT CAME TO A HALT ON THE SHOULDER. THE VEHICLE W...

Jun 5, 2019 Suspension 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO OLATHE FORD(205 S FIR ST, OLATHE, KS) WHERE IT WAS CONFIR...

Jun 5, 2019 Suspension 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO OLATHE FORD(205 S FIR ST, OLATHE, KS) WHERE IT WAS CONFIR...

May 21, 2019 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE HAD REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS INSTALLED FOR THE RECALL 10S13. MY REAR AXLE BEAM STILL FRACTURED UNDER THE BRACKET WHILE I WAS DRIVING. AFTER PAYING OVER $300 IN TOWING AND SERVICE FEES FORD TOLD ME THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I WAS DRIVING WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 CHILDRE...

May 21, 2019 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE HAD REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS INSTALLED FOR THE RECALL 10S13. MY REAR AXLE BEAM STILL FRACTURED UNDER THE BRACKET WHILE I WAS DRIVING. AFTER PAYING OVER $300 IN TOWING AND SERVICE FEES FORD TOLD ME THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. I WAS DRIVING WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 CHILDRE...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER THE BRACKET FORD PUT ON THE AXLE FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND, 4 KIDS AND MYSELF WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND MY TIRE RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END OF MY VAN AND I COULD ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER THE BRACKET FORD PUT ON THE AXLE FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND, 4 KIDS AND MYSELF WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND MY TIRE RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END OF MY VAN AND I COULD ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE THE B...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE THE B...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER THE BRACKET FORD PUT ON THE AXLE FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND, 4 KIDS AND MYSELF WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND MY TIRE RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END OF MY VAN AND I COULD ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER THE BRACKET FORD PUT ON THE AXLE FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND, 4 KIDS AND MYSELF WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND MY TIRE RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END OF MY VAN AND I COULD ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE THE B...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE THE B...

May 3, 2019 Structure 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 3, 2019 Suspension 142,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE UNDER BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON BY FORD FOR THE AXLE RECALL. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT WITH MY HUSBAND AND 4 KIDS IN THE VAN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOAD NOISE AND THE TIRE WAS RUBBING THE WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE REAR END AND COULD SEE ...

May 2, 2019 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION) BY GORDIE BOUCHER FORD OF THIENSVILLE (121 N MAIN ST, THIENSVILLE, WI 53092), BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE WHEELS BENT AND RUBB...

May 2, 2019 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION) BY GORDIE BOUCHER FORD OF THIENSVILLE (121 N MAIN ST, THIENSVILLE, WI 53092), BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE WHEELS BENT AND RUBB...

Apr 1, 2019 Structure 147,131 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A AAA REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC PLACED THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT AND FOUND RUST AND CORROSION ON THE AXLES AND SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE ...

Apr 1, 2019 Suspension 147,131 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A AAA REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC PLACED THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT AND FOUND RUST AND CORROSION ON THE AXLES AND SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE ...

Apr 1, 2019 Structure 147,131 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A AAA REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC PLACED THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT AND FOUND RUST AND CORROSION ON THE AXLES AND SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE ...

Apr 1, 2019 Suspension 147,131 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A AAA REPAIR FACILITY FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC PLACED THE VEHICLE ON A LIFT AND FOUND RUST AND CORROSION ON THE AXLES AND SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THE ...

Mar 15, 2019 Structure Crash 160,000 mi

THIS IS DUE TO A RECALL. THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME SNAPPED AND FORD IS NOT HONORING FIXING IT EVEN THOUGH IT HAPPENED AT THE REPAIR SITE OF RECALL.

Mar 15, 2019 Suspension Crash 160,000 mi

THIS IS DUE TO A RECALL. THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME SNAPPED AND FORD IS NOT HONORING FIXING IT EVEN THOUGH IT HAPPENED AT THE REPAIR SITE OF RECALL.

Mar 15, 2019 Structure Crash 160,000 mi

THIS IS DUE TO A RECALL. THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME SNAPPED AND FORD IS NOT HONORING FIXING IT EVEN THOUGH IT HAPPENED AT THE REPAIR SITE OF RECALL.

Mar 15, 2019 Suspension Crash 160,000 mi

THIS IS DUE TO A RECALL. THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME SNAPPED AND FORD IS NOT HONORING FIXING IT EVEN THOUGH IT HAPPENED AT THE REPAIR SITE OF RECALL.

Mar 4, 2019 Suspension 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE I NOTICED A RUBBING SOUND. I INSPECTED THE TIRES AND SAW THAT THE RIGHT REARTOP OF TIRE WAS LEANING IN TOWARDS THE VAN. I TOOK THE VAN TO THE SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CRADLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND I WOULD NEED A NEW ONE.

Mar 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE I NOTICED A RUBBING SOUND. I INSPECTED THE TIRES AND SAW THAT THE RIGHT REARTOP OF TIRE WAS LEANING IN TOWARDS THE VAN. I TOOK THE VAN TO THE SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CRADLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND I WOULD NEED A NEW ONE.

Mar 4, 2019 Suspension 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE I NOTICED A RUBBING SOUND. I INSPECTED THE TIRES AND SAW THAT THE RIGHT REARTOP OF TIRE WAS LEANING IN TOWARDS THE VAN. I TOOK THE VAN TO THE SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CRADLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND I WOULD NEED A NEW ONE.

Mar 4, 2019 Unknown Or Other 141,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE I NOTICED A RUBBING SOUND. I INSPECTED THE TIRES AND SAW THAT THE RIGHT REARTOP OF TIRE WAS LEANING IN TOWARDS THE VAN. I TOOK THE VAN TO THE SHOP AND WAS TOLD THAT THE CRADLE WAS DEFECTIVE AND I WOULD NEED A NEW ONE.

Feb 11, 2019 Suspension Fire 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED AND THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE. SUDDENLY, THE CONTACT REALIZED THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER, EXITED THE VEHICLE, AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS COLLAPSED. THE VEHIC...

Feb 11, 2019 Suspension Fire 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED AND THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE. SUDDENLY, THE CONTACT REALIZED THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER, EXITED THE VEHICLE, AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS COLLAPSED. THE VEHIC...

Jan 7, 2019 Electrical System 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Jan 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Jan 7, 2019 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Jan 7, 2019 Electrical System 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Jan 7, 2019 Visibility/wiper 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Jan 7, 2019 Exterior Lighting 120,000 mi

STARTED HAVING WIPER ISSUES (INTERMITTENT DID NOT WORK) RANDOMLY FOR A COUPLE WEEKS, THEN HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT ON HIGHWAY AT NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS, FIRST FOR A COUPLE SECONDS OFF THEN ON THEN OFF FOR GOOD AFTER A FEW MORE SECONDS. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MIN OR SO THEY WENT BACK ON AND STAYED ON. ALSO ...

Dec 22, 2018 Service Brakes 71,018 mi

TRANSMISSION SLOW TO ENGAGE AFTER SITTING. THIS IS NOT ONLY A REPEAT PROBLEM AFTER BEING REPAIRED, BUT ALSO AFTER BEING TOTALLY REPLACED BY FORD DEALER. ABS NEVER RECALLED FOR SCDS 09S09. CONSTANTLY RESETTING AND DISENGAGING. AFTER 15 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, I HAVE YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF OR HAD ANYTHING...

Dec 22, 2018 Power Train 71,018 mi

TRANSMISSION SLOW TO ENGAGE AFTER SITTING. THIS IS NOT ONLY A REPEAT PROBLEM AFTER BEING REPAIRED, BUT ALSO AFTER BEING TOTALLY REPLACED BY FORD DEALER. ABS NEVER RECALLED FOR SCDS 09S09. CONSTANTLY RESETTING AND DISENGAGING. AFTER 15 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, I HAVE YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF OR HAD ANYTHING...

Dec 22, 2018 Service Brakes 71,018 mi

TRANSMISSION SLOW TO ENGAGE AFTER SITTING. THIS IS NOT ONLY A REPEAT PROBLEM AFTER BEING REPAIRED, BUT ALSO AFTER BEING TOTALLY REPLACED BY FORD DEALER. ABS NEVER RECALLED FOR SCDS 09S09. CONSTANTLY RESETTING AND DISENGAGING. AFTER 15 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, I HAVE YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF OR HAD ANYTHING...

Dec 22, 2018 Power Train 71,018 mi

TRANSMISSION SLOW TO ENGAGE AFTER SITTING. THIS IS NOT ONLY A REPEAT PROBLEM AFTER BEING REPAIRED, BUT ALSO AFTER BEING TOTALLY REPLACED BY FORD DEALER. ABS NEVER RECALLED FOR SCDS 09S09. CONSTANTLY RESETTING AND DISENGAGING. AFTER 15 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, I HAVE YET TO BE NOTIFIED OF OR HAD ANYTHING...

Dec 9, 2018 Service Brakes 85,575 mi

I HAVE THE FAMILIAR 9 C CODES FOR THE ABS CONTROL MODULE WITH THE COLD SOLDER JOINTS THAT EFFECTS THE ABS FUNCTION. THERE IS A 23 PAGE 2CARSPRO.COM FORUM WITH INDIVIDUALS SHARING THIS EXACT SAME ISSUE DEFECT ON THEIR WINDSTAR VEHICLES. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.

Dec 9, 2018 Service Brakes 85,575 mi

I HAVE THE FAMILIAR 9 C CODES FOR THE ABS CONTROL MODULE WITH THE COLD SOLDER JOINTS THAT EFFECTS THE ABS FUNCTION. THERE IS A 23 PAGE 2CARSPRO.COM FORUM WITH INDIVIDUALS SHARING THIS EXACT SAME ISSUE DEFECT ON THEIR WINDSTAR VEHICLES. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.

Nov 8, 2018 Suspension 168,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MATTHEWS CURRIE FORD (130 N TAMIAMI TRAIL, NOKOMIS, FL 34275, 800-248-2378) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE TORQUE BAR WAS...

Nov 8, 2018 Suspension 168,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MATTHEWS CURRIE FORD (130 N TAMIAMI TRAIL, NOKOMIS, FL 34275, 800-248-2378) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE TORQUE BAR WAS...

Oct 3, 2018 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

MY REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE AXLE BEAM REINFORCING FLANGE CRACKED WHILE I WAS TURNING LEFT FROM A STOP LIGHT. I FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS, SO I TOOK MY VAN TO A FORD DEALERSHIP IN KNOX, INDIANA (BEST FORD). AFTER A FEW DAYS, TH...

Oct 3, 2018 Wheels 160,000 mi

MY REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE AXLE BEAM REINFORCING FLANGE CRACKED WHILE I WAS TURNING LEFT FROM A STOP LIGHT. I FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS, SO I TOOK MY VAN TO A FORD DEALERSHIP IN KNOX, INDIANA (BEST FORD). AFTER A FEW DAYS, TH...

Oct 3, 2018 Unknown Or Other 160,000 mi

MY REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE AXLE BEAM REINFORCING FLANGE CRACKED WHILE I WAS TURNING LEFT FROM A STOP LIGHT. I FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS, SO I TOOK MY VAN TO A FORD DEALERSHIP IN KNOX, INDIANA (BEST FORD). AFTER A FEW DAYS, TH...

Oct 3, 2018 Wheels 160,000 mi

MY REAR WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY, WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE AXLE BEAM REINFORCING FLANGE CRACKED WHILE I WAS TURNING LEFT FROM A STOP LIGHT. I FOUND OUT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS, SO I TOOK MY VAN TO A FORD DEALERSHIP IN KNOX, INDIANA (BEST FORD). AFTER A FEW DAYS, TH...

Aug 31, 2018 Structure 12,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR WAS RUSTED AND BECAME STUCK WHEN ATTEMPTING TO BE OPENED. THE CONTACT HAD TO LIFT UP THE DOOR AND PUT IT BACK ON THE DOOR TRACK SO THAT IT COULD CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FAIR OAK...

Aug 31, 2018 Structure 12,595 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR WAS RUSTED AND BECAME STUCK WHEN ATTEMPTING TO BE OPENED. THE CONTACT HAD TO LIFT UP THE DOOR AND PUT IT BACK ON THE DOOR TRACK SO THAT IT COULD CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FAIR OAK...

Aug 21, 2018 Suspension 215,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS WINDSTAR IN JULY 2012. MY WIFE AND KIDS USE IT AS A DAILY DRIVER. WE ALSO USE THE MINIVAN FOR LONG TRIPS. IN JULY 2018, ONE MONTH BEFORE THE FAILURE, WE TOOK THE MINIVAN TO CAPE COD AND BOSTON. WE HAD 6 PASSENGERS IN THE CAR. THE FOLLOWING WEEK WE DROVE DOWN TO OCEAN CITY, MD ...

Aug 21, 2018 Suspension 215,000 mi

I PURCHASED THIS WINDSTAR IN JULY 2012. MY WIFE AND KIDS USE IT AS A DAILY DRIVER. WE ALSO USE THE MINIVAN FOR LONG TRIPS. IN JULY 2018, ONE MONTH BEFORE THE FAILURE, WE TOOK THE MINIVAN TO CAPE COD AND BOSTON. WE HAD 6 PASSENGERS IN THE CAR. THE FOLLOWING WEEK WE DROVE DOWN TO OCEAN CITY, MD ...

Aug 15, 2018 Structure Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Engine Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Service Brakes 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS...

Aug 15, 2018 Structure Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Engine Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 100,000 mi

WAS ON THE STREET DRIVING, LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON DASHBOARD VAN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, BLEW OUT, WAS DRIVING AGAIN VAN WAS ILDE UP REALLY BAD AND WHILE MY FEET WAS ON THE BRAKES IT STARTED MOVING ON ITS OWN AND RAN INTO SOMEONE ELSE VEHICLE, AND ALSO VAN WAS ON...

Aug 15, 2018 Service Brakes 58,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS...

Jul 23, 2018 Power Train 203,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED 4 TIMES WITHIN 60K MILE INTERVAL WHILE FOLLOWING THE 30K TRANSMISSION FLUID FLUSH. A FLASHING O/D LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRANSMISSION WILL DIE OUT OF NOWHERE AND THE PAST FEW TIMES IT HAS BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 75 MPH WITH NO WARNING, SMOKE, LIG...

Jul 23, 2018 Power Train 203,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED 4 TIMES WITHIN 60K MILE INTERVAL WHILE FOLLOWING THE 30K TRANSMISSION FLUID FLUSH. A FLASHING O/D LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRANSMISSION WILL DIE OUT OF NOWHERE AND THE PAST FEW TIMES IT HAS BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 75 MPH WITH NO WARNING, SMOKE, LIG...

Jul 19, 2018 Electrical System 153,000 mi

WHILE HIGHWAY DRIVING, THE SPEEDOMETER, GAS GAUGE, TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND INSTRUMENT LIGHTING BECAME ERRATIC AND FAILED. A SHORT TIME LATER THE SITUATION NORMALIZED. SEVERAL MONTHS PRIOR THE TACHOMETER MALFUNCTIONED AND BECAME INOPERABLE.

Jul 19, 2018 Electrical System 153,000 mi

WHILE HIGHWAY DRIVING, THE SPEEDOMETER, GAS GAUGE, TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND INSTRUMENT LIGHTING BECAME ERRATIC AND FAILED. A SHORT TIME LATER THE SITUATION NORMALIZED. SEVERAL MONTHS PRIOR THE TACHOMETER MALFUNCTIONED AND BECAME INOPERABLE.

Jun 28, 2018 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE. THE CONTACT VEERED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (FUCCILLO FORD OF SENECA FALLS, 2027 US-20,...

Jun 28, 2018 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE. THE CONTACT VEERED OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (FUCCILLO FORD OF SENECA FALLS, 2027 US-20,...

May 24, 2018 Suspension 230,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE REAR AXLE RECALL A COUPLE YEARS AGO, TODAY ON MY DRIVE TO WORK THE REAR AXLE BROKE RIGHT UNDERNEATH THE AREA THAT FORD REPAIRED BY PLACING A BRACE AND BRACKET OVER, MY CAR IS NOW SITTING ALONG THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, FROM WHAT I HAVE FOUND OUT I ...

May 24, 2018 Suspension 230,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS REPAIRED UNDER THE REAR AXLE RECALL A COUPLE YEARS AGO, TODAY ON MY DRIVE TO WORK THE REAR AXLE BROKE RIGHT UNDERNEATH THE AREA THAT FORD REPAIRED BY PLACING A BRACE AND BRACKET OVER, MY CAR IS NOW SITTING ALONG THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, FROM WHAT I HAVE FOUND OUT I ...

May 19, 2018 Wheels 214,000 mi

THE REAR WHEEL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE COLLAPSED ON THE BODY, BREAKING OFF FROM THE AXLE. I WAS TRAVELING BETWEEN 30-35 MILES AN HOUR WHEN IT OCCURRED. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

May 19, 2018 Wheels 214,000 mi

THE REAR WHEEL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE COLLAPSED ON THE BODY, BREAKING OFF FROM THE AXLE. I WAS TRAVELING BETWEEN 30-35 MILES AN HOUR WHEN IT OCCURRED. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.

May 10, 2018 Suspension 156,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO WOBBLE AND VIBRATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILUR...

May 10, 2018 Suspension 156,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO WOBBLE AND VIBRATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILUR...

May 9, 2018 Suspension 156,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING THE REAR WHEEL TO COME AWAY FROM VEHICLE AND THE REAR END OF THE VAN THE SWERVE VIOLENTLY. THE ONLY THING THAT PREVENTED THE WHEEL FROM COMING COMPLETELY OFF WAS THE FENDER. THE FACT THAT I WAS ON A CURVE MEANT I COULD HAVE GONE ...

May 9, 2018 Suspension 156,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ALONG HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING THE REAR WHEEL TO COME AWAY FROM VEHICLE AND THE REAR END OF THE VAN THE SWERVE VIOLENTLY. THE ONLY THING THAT PREVENTED THE WHEEL FROM COMING COMPLETELY OFF WAS THE FENDER. THE FACT THAT I WAS ON A CURVE MEANT I COULD HAVE GONE ...

Apr 18, 2018 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE TO AN UNKNOWN TIRE STORE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE WAS LEANING TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE, AND THE REAR AXLE WAS ...

Apr 18, 2018 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE TO AN UNKNOWN TIRE STORE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE WAS LEANING TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE, AND THE REAR AXLE WAS ...

Apr 12, 2018 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE REAR AXLE FRACTURE RECALL NOTICE REPLACEMENT PARTS FAILURE. *SMD *CN

Apr 12, 2018 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE REAR AXLE FRACTURE RECALL NOTICE REPLACEMENT PARTS FAILURE. *SMD *CN

Mar 2, 2018 Structure 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD RUSTED AND A HOLE WAS PRESENT LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE HOLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1.5 INCHES IN DIAMETER. ALSO, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD RANDOMLY STOP OPERATING. TH...

Mar 2, 2018 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD RUSTED AND A HOLE WAS PRESENT LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE HOLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1.5 INCHES IN DIAMETER. ALSO, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD RANDOMLY STOP OPERATING. TH...

Mar 2, 2018 Structure 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD RUSTED AND A HOLE WAS PRESENT LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE HOLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1.5 INCHES IN DIAMETER. ALSO, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD RANDOMLY STOP OPERATING. TH...

Mar 2, 2018 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SUBFRAME HAD RUSTED AND A HOLE WAS PRESENT LOCATED BEHIND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE HOLE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1.5 INCHES IN DIAMETER. ALSO, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WOULD RANDOMLY STOP OPERATING. TH...

Feb 26, 2018 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT WAS STIFF AND FAILED TO RESPOND. ALSO, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING PULLED TOWARDS THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT...

Feb 26, 2018 Steering 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT WAS STIFF AND FAILED TO RESPOND. ALSO, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING PULLED TOWARDS THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT...

Feb 26, 2018 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT WAS STIFF AND FAILED TO RESPOND. ALSO, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING PULLED TOWARDS THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT...

Feb 26, 2018 Steering 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT WAS STIFF AND FAILED TO RESPOND. ALSO, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING PULLED TOWARDS THE LEFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT...

Feb 12, 2018 Suspension 134,000 mi

TOP OF REAR RIGHT TIRE TILTED INWARD CAUSING IT TO RUB WHEEL WELL. WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS VAN FISHTALES. SMELL OF BURNING RUBBER WHILE DRIVING. WITH FURTHER INVESTIGATION, I FOUND TIRE TO BE DAMAGED BY THE RUBBING, AND A LARGE CRACK ALMOST THROUGH STRUCTURAL CROSS MEMBER/AXLE. TOOK PHOTOS OF ...

Feb 12, 2018 Wheels 195,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE BROKE, WHICH THERE WAS A RECALL FOR. THE RECALL ADDED SUPPORT BRACKETS TO THE REAR AXLE. MY VAN HAD THE SUPPORT BRACKETS INSTALLED. HOWEVER THE REAR AXLE BROKE DIRECTLY UNDER THE SUPPORT BRACKETS. THE DEALER TOLD ME THE RECALL WAS STILL OPEN AND TO HAVE IT TOWED. I GOT IT TOWED TO THE ...

Feb 12, 2018 Suspension 134,000 mi

TOP OF REAR RIGHT TIRE TILTED INWARD CAUSING IT TO RUB WHEEL WELL. WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS VAN FISHTALES. SMELL OF BURNING RUBBER WHILE DRIVING. WITH FURTHER INVESTIGATION, I FOUND TIRE TO BE DAMAGED BY THE RUBBING, AND A LARGE CRACK ALMOST THROUGH STRUCTURAL CROSS MEMBER/AXLE. TOOK PHOTOS OF ...

Feb 12, 2018 Wheels 195,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE BROKE, WHICH THERE WAS A RECALL FOR. THE RECALL ADDED SUPPORT BRACKETS TO THE REAR AXLE. MY VAN HAD THE SUPPORT BRACKETS INSTALLED. HOWEVER THE REAR AXLE BROKE DIRECTLY UNDER THE SUPPORT BRACKETS. THE DEALER TOLD ME THE RECALL WAS STILL OPEN AND TO HAVE IT TOWED. I GOT IT TOWED TO THE ...

Feb 5, 2018 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FOR VEHICLE REPAIR. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SAFETY RECALL 15S27 WAS IMPROPERLY COMPLETED. THE AXLE CRACKED, THE INSTALLED BRACKET AND AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. THE FAILURE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. *JS

Feb 5, 2018 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REIMBURSEMENT FOR VEHICLE REPAIR. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SAFETY RECALL 15S27 WAS IMPROPERLY COMPLETED. THE AXLE CRACKED, THE INSTALLED BRACKET AND AXLE COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. THE FAILURE HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. *JS

Jan 2, 2018 Power Train 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED CREST FORD FLAT ROCK (22675 GIBRALTAR RD, FLAT ROCK, MI 48134) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL...

Jan 2, 2018 Suspension 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED CREST FORD FLAT ROCK (22675 GIBRALTAR RD, FLAT ROCK, MI 48134) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL...

Jan 2, 2018 Power Train 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED CREST FORD FLAT ROCK (22675 GIBRALTAR RD, FLAT ROCK, MI 48134) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL...

Jan 2, 2018 Suspension 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT CALLED CREST FORD FLAT ROCK (22675 GIBRALTAR RD, FLAT ROCK, MI 48134) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL...

Dec 29, 2017 Suspension

I JUST PURCHASED THE VAN FOR MY WIFE & WHEN I WAS HAVING A GARAGE INSTALL TIRES ON IT THE TECH NOTICED THAT WHILE THE REAR AXLE DID HAVE THE INEFFECTIVE AXLE CLAMPS ON IT FROM A DEALER THE AXLE WAS RUSTING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE & ACTUALLY HAS RUSTED A HOLE IN IT. THE OTHER PROBLEM IS THE FRONT SUBFRA...

Dec 29, 2017 Suspension

I JUST PURCHASED THE VAN FOR MY WIFE & WHEN I WAS HAVING A GARAGE INSTALL TIRES ON IT THE TECH NOTICED THAT WHILE THE REAR AXLE DID HAVE THE INEFFECTIVE AXLE CLAMPS ON IT FROM A DEALER THE AXLE WAS RUSTING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE & ACTUALLY HAS RUSTED A HOLE IN IT. THE OTHER PROBLEM IS THE FRONT SUBFRA...

Dec 27, 2017 Power Train 175,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKED FROM THE VEHICLE ONTO THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AT CARRIAGE FORD DEALER LOCATED IN CLARKSVILLE, INDIANA WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THERE WAS A FRACTURED TRANSMISSION CASING...

Dec 27, 2017 Power Train 175,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKED FROM THE VEHICLE ONTO THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AT CARRIAGE FORD DEALER LOCATED IN CLARKSVILLE, INDIANA WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THERE WAS A FRACTURED TRANSMISSION CASING...

Dec 6, 2017 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON SHORTLY AFTER STARTING THE VAN AND DRIVING IT. BEEN LIKE THIS FOR YEARS. LOOKS LIKE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM THAT SHOULD BE RECALLED AND ADDRESSED.

Dec 6, 2017 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON SHORTLY AFTER STARTING THE VAN AND DRIVING IT. BEEN LIKE THIS FOR YEARS. LOOKS LIKE A VERY COMMON PROBLEM THAT SHOULD BE RECALLED AND ADDRESSED.

Dec 5, 2017 Structure 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Dec 5, 2017 Suspension 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Dec 5, 2017 Wheels 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Dec 5, 2017 Structure 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Dec 5, 2017 Suspension 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Dec 5, 2017 Wheels 133,000 mi

HELLO I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. I PURCHASED AROUND MARCH 2016 I WAS TAKING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL WHEN THE REAR AXEL BROKE. I LOOKED UNDER AND IT LOOKS LIKE FORD PUT ENFORCEMENT BRACKETS ON IT BUT IT IS BROKE AT ONE OF THE BRACKETS . THANKFULLY I WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE....

Nov 6, 2017 Service Brakes

ABS AND BREAK LIGHTS IS ON AFTER DRIVER 3 MIN

Nov 6, 2017 Service Brakes

ABS AND BREAK LIGHTS IS ON AFTER DRIVER 3 MIN

Oct 29, 2017 Steering 142,000 mi

APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING UNDER THE VEHICLE I LOOKED AT IT AND THOUGHT IT WAS OIL I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS FINE, A FRIEND MENTIONED RACK AND PINION SO I LOOKED THERE AND THAT'S WHERE THE LEAKING CAME FROM. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A GARAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL OPINION WAS TOLD IT...

Oct 29, 2017 Steering 142,000 mi

APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING UNDER THE VEHICLE I LOOKED AT IT AND THOUGHT IT WAS OIL I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS FINE, A FRIEND MENTIONED RACK AND PINION SO I LOOKED THERE AND THAT'S WHERE THE LEAKING CAME FROM. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A GARAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL OPINION WAS TOLD IT...

Oct 4, 2017 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING GARAGE WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED ...

Oct 4, 2017 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING GARAGE WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED ...

Oct 2, 2017 Wheels 20,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM IS SO BADLY CRACKED IT BENT THE BALL JOINT FOR 1 TIRE SO BAD IT ATE THE TIRE

Oct 2, 2017 Wheels 20,000 mi

REAR AXLE BEAM IS SO BADLY CRACKED IT BENT THE BALL JOINT FOR 1 TIRE SO BAD IT ATE THE TIRE

Sep 14, 2017 Suspension 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS RUBBING ON THE INSIDE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DAVIS FORD...

Sep 14, 2017 Suspension 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE WAS RUBBING ON THE INSIDE WHEEL WELL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DAVIS FORD...

Sep 13, 2017 Suspension Fire 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 8 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE ODOR OF BURNING RUBBER WAS PRESENT. ALSO, THE CONTACT LOST STEERING ABILITY. THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR WHEELS WERE ...

Sep 13, 2017 Suspension Fire 250,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 8 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE ODOR OF BURNING RUBBER WAS PRESENT. ALSO, THE CONTACT LOST STEERING ABILITY. THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE REAR WHEELS WERE ...

Sep 5, 2017 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS MODULE IS BAD - WELL KNOWN COLD SOLDER JOINT PROBLEM

Sep 5, 2017 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS MODULE IS BAD - WELL KNOWN COLD SOLDER JOINT PROBLEM

Aug 29, 2017 Steering 60,000 mi

I REPLACED THE CONTROL ARMS ABOUT 25,000 MILES AGO AND THEY ARE SHOCKED ALREADY AND I ONLY DRIVE ON THE ROAD NO OFFROAD AND THAT WILL BE THE THIRD SET WE PUT IN TO THIS VAN SINCE WE HAD IT AT 108,000 MILES BRAND NEW PARTS WERE PUT IN IF YOU GUYS DON'T DO ANYTHING OF A FREE REPLACEMENT ON IT MY WIFE ...

Aug 29, 2017 Steering 60,000 mi

I REPLACED THE CONTROL ARMS ABOUT 25,000 MILES AGO AND THEY ARE SHOCKED ALREADY AND I ONLY DRIVE ON THE ROAD NO OFFROAD AND THAT WILL BE THE THIRD SET WE PUT IN TO THIS VAN SINCE WE HAD IT AT 108,000 MILES BRAND NEW PARTS WERE PUT IN IF YOU GUYS DON'T DO ANYTHING OF A FREE REPLACEMENT ON IT MY WIFE ...

Aug 17, 2017 Suspension 153,800 mi

VEHICLE DID NOT PASS MAINE INSPECTION TEST DUE TO SUBRAME RUST. FORD WINDSTAR1999-2003 WAS AN RECALL FOR THAT PROBLEM ISSUE BY NHSTA BUT MY VEHICLE IS NOT ON THE LIST.

Aug 17, 2017 Suspension 153,800 mi

VEHICLE DID NOT PASS MAINE INSPECTION TEST DUE TO SUBRAME RUST. FORD WINDSTAR1999-2003 WAS AN RECALL FOR THAT PROBLEM ISSUE BY NHSTA BUT MY VEHICLE IS NOT ON THE LIST.

Aug 15, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A SCRAPING SOUND FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED, WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR MECHANI...

Aug 15, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A SCRAPING SOUND FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FRACTURED, WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR MECHANI...

Aug 13, 2017 Unknown Or Other 177,200 mi

REPLACED WATER PUMP HAD STARTED FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES SHUT OFF TRIED TO START IT THE NEXT DAY AVERT NOTHING NO CLICKING OR HUMMING OR ANYTHING ALL THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON EVEN I TRIED TO START IT AND THREW HEADLIGHTS ARE REALLY BRIGHT BUT HOWEVER THEY DO NOT COME ON WHEN I TRY AND START MY VAN T...

Aug 13, 2017 Unknown Or Other 177,200 mi

REPLACED WATER PUMP HAD STARTED FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES SHUT OFF TRIED TO START IT THE NEXT DAY AVERT NOTHING NO CLICKING OR HUMMING OR ANYTHING ALL THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON EVEN I TRIED TO START IT AND THREW HEADLIGHTS ARE REALLY BRIGHT BUT HOWEVER THEY DO NOT COME ON WHEN I TRY AND START MY VAN T...

Aug 4, 2017 Suspension 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, BOTH REAR TIRES COLLAPSED INTO THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MORRISTOWN FORD DEALER (LOCATED AT 1112 W MORRIS BLVD, MORRISTOWN, TN 37813) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRACKETS WERE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. ...

Aug 4, 2017 Suspension 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, BOTH REAR TIRES COLLAPSED INTO THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MORRISTOWN FORD DEALER (LOCATED AT 1112 W MORRIS BLVD, MORRISTOWN, TN 37813) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRACKETS WERE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. ...

Jul 25, 2017 Service Brakes 162,900 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME

Jul 25, 2017 Service Brakes 162,900 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME

Jul 17, 2017 Electrical System 145,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE OR ANY OTHER ROAD, THE HEADLIGHTS SUDDENLY WENT OFF FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. I HEARD A CLICKING SOUND UNDER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASH LIKE THE SOUND OF A RELAY ENGAGING. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. I HAD THE BATTERY REPLACED AND IT WAS OK FOR ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS TH...

Jul 17, 2017 Electrical System 145,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE OR ANY OTHER ROAD, THE HEADLIGHTS SUDDENLY WENT OFF FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS. I HEARD A CLICKING SOUND UNDER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASH LIKE THE SOUND OF A RELAY ENGAGING. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. I HAD THE BATTERY REPLACED AND IT WAS OK FOR ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS TH...

Jul 7, 2017 Suspension 260,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT 45MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED COMPLETELY, CAUSING ME TO VEER INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC (LUCKILY THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT). VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN IN FOR INITIAL REAR AXLE RECALL IN 2010 (10S13), WHERE SUPPORT BRACKETS WERE PLACED ON EXISTING AXLE. REVISITED THE DEALER F...

Jul 7, 2017 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMUTAINOUSLY AND THE ABS SYSTEM FAILS TO OPERATE.. THIS IS AN INTERMITTANT PROBLEM.. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, THE SYSTEM RESETS. IT HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS UNDER MOTION AND CAN BE UNDER ANY CONDITIONS...

Jul 7, 2017 Suspension 260,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT 45MPH WHEN THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED COMPLETELY, CAUSING ME TO VEER INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC (LUCKILY THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT). VEHICLE HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN IN FOR INITIAL REAR AXLE RECALL IN 2010 (10S13), WHERE SUPPORT BRACKETS WERE PLACED ON EXISTING AXLE. REVISITED THE DEALER F...

Jul 7, 2017 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMUTAINOUSLY AND THE ABS SYSTEM FAILS TO OPERATE.. THIS IS AN INTERMITTANT PROBLEM.. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, THE SYSTEM RESETS. IT HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS UNDER MOTION AND CAN BE UNDER ANY CONDITIONS...

Jun 21, 2017 Suspension 195,000 mi

ON 20JUN2017, THE REAR AXLE BROKE. AS PART OF A FORD RECALL, THE AXLE HAD REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS INSTALLED BY (GRAHAM) FORD OF MANSFIELD. THOSE BRACKETS WERE INSPECTED BY (GRAHAM) FORD OF MANSFIELD IN 2015 AND WERE DECLARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AS PER FORD MOTOR COMPANY INSTRUCTIONS AND, AS A CO...

Jun 21, 2017 Suspension 195,000 mi

ON 20JUN2017, THE REAR AXLE BROKE. AS PART OF A FORD RECALL, THE AXLE HAD REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS INSTALLED BY (GRAHAM) FORD OF MANSFIELD. THOSE BRACKETS WERE INSPECTED BY (GRAHAM) FORD OF MANSFIELD IN 2015 AND WERE DECLARED TO HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AS PER FORD MOTOR COMPANY INSTRUCTIONS AND, AS A CO...

Jun 19, 2017 Service Brakes 102,300 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE FAILURE AT 102,000 MILES. APPEARS TO BE A CONTINUING TREND WITH VARIOUS FORD MODELS, AND REPAIR IS EXPENSIVE; APPROXIMATELY $2,000. IF ABS CONTROL MODULE IS FAILING, ABS NO LONGER WORKS. DOUBT ACCURACY OF ABS WARNING LIGHT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE WARNING.

Jun 19, 2017 Service Brakes 102,300 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE FAILURE AT 102,000 MILES. APPEARS TO BE A CONTINUING TREND WITH VARIOUS FORD MODELS, AND REPAIR IS EXPENSIVE; APPROXIMATELY $2,000. IF ABS CONTROL MODULE IS FAILING, ABS NO LONGER WORKS. DOUBT ACCURACY OF ABS WARNING LIGHT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE WARNING.

May 3, 2017 Suspension 116,000 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 03 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED ON JUNE 2016. IT HAS 116,000 MILES. I RECENTLY FOUND OUT THAT FORD ISSUED A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE #15S27. THIS RECALL WAS TO INSPECT REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS THAT WERE DONE UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL #10S13. AFTER I FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL I LOO...

May 3, 2017 Suspension 116,000 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 03 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED ON JUNE 2016. IT HAS 116,000 MILES. I RECENTLY FOUND OUT THAT FORD ISSUED A RECALL FOR THE REAR AXLE #15S27. THIS RECALL WAS TO INSPECT REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS THAT WERE DONE UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL #10S13. AFTER I FOUND OUT ABOUT THE RECALL I LOO...

Apr 11, 2017 Power Train 129,000 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST STARTED SLIPPING OUT OF NOWHERE , STOPPED FOR A RED LIGHT PUT IN NUETRAL LIGHT TURNS GREEN AND I PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND START TO ROLL THE VAN WOULDNT BUDGE LOOKED OUT THE WINDOW AND LEAKING ALOT OF TRANSMISSION FLUID . PARKED IT IN NEARBY PARKING LOT ADDED TRANNY FLUID STILL NOT D...

Apr 11, 2017 Power Train 129,000 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST STARTED SLIPPING OUT OF NOWHERE , STOPPED FOR A RED LIGHT PUT IN NUETRAL LIGHT TURNS GREEN AND I PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND START TO ROLL THE VAN WOULDNT BUDGE LOOKED OUT THE WINDOW AND LEAKING ALOT OF TRANSMISSION FLUID . PARKED IT IN NEARBY PARKING LOT ADDED TRANNY FLUID STILL NOT D...

Apr 3, 2017 Structure 94,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH. THE DEALER HAD DONE THE RECALL REPAIR AND STILL RIGHT IN THE SPOT OF THE REPAIR THE SUB FRAME CRACKED AND SPLIT. FORD SAYS THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO EVEN THOUGH THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND THEIR REPAIR DIDN'T RESOLVE THE ISSUE.

Apr 3, 2017 Structure 94,000 mi

THE PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME HAS RUSTED THROUGH. THE DEALER HAD DONE THE RECALL REPAIR AND STILL RIGHT IN THE SPOT OF THE REPAIR THE SUB FRAME CRACKED AND SPLIT. FORD SAYS THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO EVEN THOUGH THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND THEIR REPAIR DIDN'T RESOLVE THE ISSUE.

Mar 27, 2017 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING, THE REAR AXLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRACKET FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE REAR AXLE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), BUT THE REMEDY FAILED TO...

Mar 27, 2017 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING, THE REAR AXLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRACKET FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE REAR AXLE TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), BUT THE REMEDY FAILED TO...

Mar 24, 2017 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHILE STATIONARY, THE HAZARD LIGHTS FLASHED AND WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURN SIGNALS COULD NOT BE USED DUE TO THE INVOLUNTARY FLASHING OF THE HAZARD LIGHTS. IN ADDITION, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDI...

Mar 24, 2017 Exterior Lighting 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHILE STATIONARY, THE HAZARD LIGHTS FLASHED AND WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURN SIGNALS COULD NOT BE USED DUE TO THE INVOLUNTARY FLASHING OF THE HAZARD LIGHTS. IN ADDITION, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDI...

Mar 24, 2017 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHILE STATIONARY, THE HAZARD LIGHTS FLASHED AND WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURN SIGNALS COULD NOT BE USED DUE TO THE INVOLUNTARY FLASHING OF THE HAZARD LIGHTS. IN ADDITION, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDI...

Mar 24, 2017 Exterior Lighting 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND WHILE STATIONARY, THE HAZARD LIGHTS FLASHED AND WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURN SIGNALS COULD NOT BE USED DUE TO THE INVOLUNTARY FLASHING OF THE HAZARD LIGHTS. IN ADDITION, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDI...

Mar 3, 2017 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Mar 3, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

WIFE DRIVING DOWN STREET WHEN SHE HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE.

Mar 3, 2017 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Mar 3, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

WIFE DRIVING DOWN STREET WHEN SHE HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE REAR AXLE BROKE.

Feb 28, 2017 Suspension 172,000 mi

FORD HAD A RECALL REAL AXEL AND THEY DON'T WANT TO FIX IT

Feb 28, 2017 Suspension 172,000 mi

FORD HAD A RECALL REAL AXEL AND THEY DON'T WANT TO FIX IT

Feb 21, 2017 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TIRE SHOP WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AX...

Feb 21, 2017 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TIRE SHOP WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AX...

Feb 20, 2017 Structure 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY I COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNIG AND I HEARD AND FELT A BIG LOUD BANG,.THEN THERE WAS SMOKE ALL AROUND VAN.IT WAS THE REAR AXLE/ SUB-FRAME FRACTURE AND YES THERE WERE RECALLS AND WORK WAS DONE BY FORD DEALER THANK GOD ME AND MY CHILDREN WERE NOT...

Feb 20, 2017 Suspension 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY I COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNIG AND I HEARD AND FELT A BIG LOUD BANG,.THEN THERE WAS SMOKE ALL AROUND VAN.IT WAS THE REAR AXLE/ SUB-FRAME FRACTURE AND YES THERE WERE RECALLS AND WORK WAS DONE BY FORD DEALER THANK GOD ME AND MY CHILDREN WERE NOT...

Feb 20, 2017 Structure 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY I COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNIG AND I HEARD AND FELT A BIG LOUD BANG,.THEN THERE WAS SMOKE ALL AROUND VAN.IT WAS THE REAR AXLE/ SUB-FRAME FRACTURE AND YES THERE WERE RECALLS AND WORK WAS DONE BY FORD DEALER THANK GOD ME AND MY CHILDREN WERE NOT...

Feb 20, 2017 Suspension 120,000 mi

WHEN I WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO A BUSY HIGHWAY I COULD SMELL RUBBER BURNIG AND I HEARD AND FELT A BIG LOUD BANG,.THEN THERE WAS SMOKE ALL AROUND VAN.IT WAS THE REAR AXLE/ SUB-FRAME FRACTURE AND YES THERE WERE RECALLS AND WORK WAS DONE BY FORD DEALER THANK GOD ME AND MY CHILDREN WERE NOT...

Feb 5, 2017 Suspension 182,000 mi

REAR AXLE CRACKED. UNABLE TO DRIVE WITHOUT RISKING IT BREAKING IN HALF.

Feb 5, 2017 Suspension 182,000 mi

REAR AXLE CRACKED. UNABLE TO DRIVE WITHOUT RISKING IT BREAKING IN HALF.

Feb 3, 2017 Suspension 112,000 mi

WHILE THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WAS BEING OPERATED AND IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE'S STEERING BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE AND SUBSEQUENTLY INOPERABLE, LEADING TO A BREAKDOWN IN THE ROADWAY.

Feb 3, 2017 Suspension 112,000 mi

WHILE THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN WAS BEING OPERATED AND IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE'S STEERING BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE AND SUBSEQUENTLY INOPERABLE, LEADING TO A BREAKDOWN IN THE ROADWAY.

Feb 1, 2017 Power Train 190,000 mi

I WAS INFORMED OF A RECALL TO THE REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I TOOK THE VAN INTO THE DEALER AND HAD THE INSPECTION DONE AS WELL AS THE BRACKETS INSTALLED. ( 15S27). THE VAN WAS THEN PARKED FOR APPROX 5 MONTHS AFTER THE PROCEDURE WAS DONE AS I WAS GIVEN A COMPANY VEHICLE. I WAS THEN LET GO F...

Feb 1, 2017 Power Train 190,000 mi

I WAS INFORMED OF A RECALL TO THE REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I TOOK THE VAN INTO THE DEALER AND HAD THE INSPECTION DONE AS WELL AS THE BRACKETS INSTALLED. ( 15S27). THE VAN WAS THEN PARKED FOR APPROX 5 MONTHS AFTER THE PROCEDURE WAS DONE AS I WAS GIVEN A COMPANY VEHICLE. I WAS THEN LET GO F...

Jan 31, 2017 Structure 150,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY VEHICLE CRACKED AND CAUSED MY TIRES TO RUB AGAINST MY VEHICLE, DAMAGING BRAND NEW TIRES. WHEN BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP, WAS TOLD THAT A PATCH HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN MADE ON THE VEHICLE, BUT IT WAS DONE BADLY AND DID NOT HOLD. FORD WOULD DO NOTHING TO RIGHT THIS AND DENIED TH...

Jan 31, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY VEHICLE CRACKED AND CAUSED MY TIRES TO RUB AGAINST MY VEHICLE, DAMAGING BRAND NEW TIRES. WHEN BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP, WAS TOLD THAT A PATCH HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN MADE ON THE VEHICLE, BUT IT WAS DONE BADLY AND DID NOT HOLD. FORD WOULD DO NOTHING TO RIGHT THIS AND DENIED TH...

Jan 31, 2017 Structure 150,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY VEHICLE CRACKED AND CAUSED MY TIRES TO RUB AGAINST MY VEHICLE, DAMAGING BRAND NEW TIRES. WHEN BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP, WAS TOLD THAT A PATCH HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN MADE ON THE VEHICLE, BUT IT WAS DONE BADLY AND DID NOT HOLD. FORD WOULD DO NOTHING TO RIGHT THIS AND DENIED TH...

Jan 31, 2017 Suspension 150,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY VEHICLE CRACKED AND CAUSED MY TIRES TO RUB AGAINST MY VEHICLE, DAMAGING BRAND NEW TIRES. WHEN BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP, WAS TOLD THAT A PATCH HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN MADE ON THE VEHICLE, BUT IT WAS DONE BADLY AND DID NOT HOLD. FORD WOULD DO NOTHING TO RIGHT THIS AND DENIED TH...

Jan 21, 2017 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING. THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE LIGHTS IS TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AND TURN THIS BACK ON. THE LIGHTS WILL EVENTUALLY COME BACK. THE CONCERN IS ARE THE BRAKES ACTUALLY HAVING AN ISSUE. SYSTEM HAS BEEN GIVEN AN OVERHAUL: PADS, ROTORS, NEW MASTER CYLI...

Jan 21, 2017 Unknown Or Other 199,400 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN MY REAR AXLE CRACKED. ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER.

Jan 21, 2017 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND PARKING BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING. THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE LIGHTS IS TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AND TURN THIS BACK ON. THE LIGHTS WILL EVENTUALLY COME BACK. THE CONCERN IS ARE THE BRAKES ACTUALLY HAVING AN ISSUE. SYSTEM HAS BEEN GIVEN AN OVERHAUL: PADS, ROTORS, NEW MASTER CYLI...

Jan 21, 2017 Unknown Or Other 199,400 mi

DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WHEN MY REAR AXLE CRACKED. ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER.

Jan 13, 2017 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. ...

Jan 13, 2017 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE DRIVER NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. ...

Jan 11, 2017 Suspension 107,200 mi

IN SEPT 2016, I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL FROM FORD TO RE-INSPECT A PREVIOUS RECALL REPAIR FOR MY REAR AXLE FROM 2012. IT STATED THAT REPAIRS WOULD BE MADE FREE OF CHARGE IF DEFECTS WERE FOUND IN THE REPAIRS. IT ALSO STATED THAT IF I CHOSE TO DO SO, EVEN IF THE REPAIRS "PASSED", I COULD...

Jan 11, 2017 Suspension 107,200 mi

IN SEPT 2016, I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL FROM FORD TO RE-INSPECT A PREVIOUS RECALL REPAIR FOR MY REAR AXLE FROM 2012. IT STATED THAT REPAIRS WOULD BE MADE FREE OF CHARGE IF DEFECTS WERE FOUND IN THE REPAIRS. IT ALSO STATED THAT IF I CHOSE TO DO SO, EVEN IF THE REPAIRS "PASSED", I COULD...

Jan 9, 2017 Structure 236,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE A CLUNKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD CRACKED AND SEPARATED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHIC...

Jan 9, 2017 Structure 236,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE A CLUNKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT THE SUB FRAME HAD CRACKED AND SEPARATED DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHIC...

Jan 4, 2017 Suspension 217,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR AXLE CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 217,000.

Jan 4, 2017 Suspension 217,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR AXLE CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 217,000.

Dec 30, 2016 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED PER NHTS...

Dec 30, 2016 Suspension 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIR...

Dec 30, 2016 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED PER NHTS...

Dec 30, 2016 Suspension 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, A CLUNKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIR...

Dec 28, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

OUR ENGINE CRADLE RECENTLY BROKE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WE JUST FOUND OUT THIS FALLS UNDER RECALL NUMBER 15V608 (FORD RECALL # 15S27). WE WOULD LIKE THIS TO BE RESOLVED AT LITTLE OR NO COST TO US, BUT WE ARE UNSURE HOW TO START THE PROCESS WITH A RECALL.

Dec 28, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

OUR ENGINE CRADLE RECENTLY BROKE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. WE JUST FOUND OUT THIS FALLS UNDER RECALL NUMBER 15V608 (FORD RECALL # 15S27). WE WOULD LIKE THIS TO BE RESOLVED AT LITTLE OR NO COST TO US, BUT WE ARE UNSURE HOW TO START THE PROCESS WITH A RECALL.

Dec 19, 2016 Steering 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Air Bags 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Power Train 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Suspension 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Steering 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Air Bags 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Power Train 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 19, 2016 Suspension 189,300 mi

TAKATA RECALL UNCONTROLLABLE DRIVING WITH STEERING REAR END FISHTAILING. *TR

Dec 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 112,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY LEAVING CAR AND DRIVER STRANDED ON BRIDGE. DRIVER WAS VERY LUCKY NOT TO BE HURT. CAR HAD PREVIOUS RECALLS PERFORMED BY FORD ON SEPT 4, 2012 AS RECALL NUMBERS 10S13 AND 11S16, BOTH DONE AT SAME TIME. HOWEVER THESE RECALLS WERE NOT EFFECT...

Dec 13, 2016 Suspension 112,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY LEAVING CAR AND DRIVER STRANDED ON BRIDGE. DRIVER WAS VERY LUCKY NOT TO BE HURT. CAR HAD PREVIOUS RECALLS PERFORMED BY FORD ON SEPT 4, 2012 AS RECALL NUMBERS 10S13 AND 11S16, BOTH DONE AT SAME TIME. HOWEVER THESE RECALLS WERE NOT EFFECT...

Dec 13, 2016 Unknown Or Other 112,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY LEAVING CAR AND DRIVER STRANDED ON BRIDGE. DRIVER WAS VERY LUCKY NOT TO BE HURT. CAR HAD PREVIOUS RECALLS PERFORMED BY FORD ON SEPT 4, 2012 AS RECALL NUMBERS 10S13 AND 11S16, BOTH DONE AT SAME TIME. HOWEVER THESE RECALLS WERE NOT EFFECT...

Dec 13, 2016 Suspension 112,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY LEAVING CAR AND DRIVER STRANDED ON BRIDGE. DRIVER WAS VERY LUCKY NOT TO BE HURT. CAR HAD PREVIOUS RECALLS PERFORMED BY FORD ON SEPT 4, 2012 AS RECALL NUMBERS 10S13 AND 11S16, BOTH DONE AT SAME TIME. HOWEVER THESE RECALLS WERE NOT EFFECT...

Dec 9, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND A SNAP. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND THE TIE ROD SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Dec 9, 2016 Steering 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND A SNAP. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND THE TIE ROD SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Dec 9, 2016 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND A SNAP. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND THE TIE ROD SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Dec 9, 2016 Steering 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE AND A SNAP. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED AND THE TIE ROD SNAPPED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WA...

Dec 6, 2016 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ABS, ENGINE, AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Dec 6, 2016 Electrical System 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ABS, ENGINE, AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Dec 6, 2016 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ABS, ENGINE, AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Dec 6, 2016 Electrical System 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ABS, ENGINE, AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURES RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. ...

Nov 25, 2016 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, A BURNING RUBBER ODOR AND LOUD NOISE WERE PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REPA...

Nov 25, 2016 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, A BURNING RUBBER ODOR AND LOUD NOISE WERE PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR REPA...

Oct 26, 2016 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COMPLETELY REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. T...

Oct 26, 2016 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COMPLETELY REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. T...

Oct 24, 2016 Unknown Or Other 180,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL, RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 15S27 FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY, STATING THAT REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IMPROPERLY AND MAY RESULT IN COMPLETE REAR AXLE FRACTURE AND AN INCREASED RISK OF CRASH. I HAVE TAKEN MY WINDSTAR IN FOR THE INSPECTION AND THEY ARE TELL...

Oct 24, 2016 Unknown Or Other 180,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL, RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL NOTICE 15S27 FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY, STATING THAT REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IMPROPERLY AND MAY RESULT IN COMPLETE REAR AXLE FRACTURE AND AN INCREASED RISK OF CRASH. I HAVE TAKEN MY WINDSTAR IN FOR THE INSPECTION AND THEY ARE TELL...

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER PERFORMED A VISUAL CHECK OF THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING WAS REPLACED. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER PERFORMED A VISUAL CHECK OF THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING WAS REPLACED. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED CORRECTLY. HOWEVER, THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED CORRECTLY. HOWEVER, THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO REPAIR AXLE RECALL NOTICE UNTIL CONSUMER PAYS FOR A NEW $300 AXLE REPLACEMENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INSTALLED THE BRACKETS AT NO CHARGE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO REPAIR AXLE RECALL NOTICE UNTIL CONSUMER PAYS FOR A NEW $300 AXLE REPLACEMENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INSTALLED THE BRACKETS AT NO CHARGE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER PERFORMED A VISUAL CHECK OF THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING WAS REPLACED. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER PERFORMED A VISUAL CHECK OF THE VEHICLE, BUT NOTHING WAS REPLACED. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED CORRECTLY. HOWEVER, THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR AXLE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS RECALL NOTICE REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE BRACKETS WERE INSTALLED CORRECTLY. HOWEVER, THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO REPAIR AXLE RECALL NOTICE UNTIL CONSUMER PAYS FOR A NEW $300 AXLE REPLACEMENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INSTALLED THE BRACKETS AT NO CHARGE. *JB

Oct 20, 2016 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO REPAIR AXLE RECALL NOTICE UNTIL CONSUMER PAYS FOR A NEW $300 AXLE REPLACEMENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INSTALLED THE BRACKETS AT NO CHARGE. *JB

Oct 19, 2016 Steering 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL GARAGE AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Oct 19, 2016 Steering 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL GARAGE AND THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Oct 18, 2016 Structure 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MEC...

Oct 18, 2016 Steering 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MEC...

Oct 18, 2016 Structure 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MEC...

Oct 18, 2016 Steering 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CRADLE HAD CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MEC...

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON THE VEHICLE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ALREADY BEEN REPAIRED PER A PREVIOUS RECALL REGARDING THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT INQUIRED ABOUT REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY FOR THE REPAIRS. THE NHTSA C...

Oct 17, 2016 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY VEERED TO THE LEFT. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWERVE UNCONTROLLABLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT RECEIVED ...

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE ON THE VEHICLE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ALREADY BEEN REPAIRED PER A PREVIOUS RECALL REGARDING THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT INQUIRED ABOUT REIMBURSEMENT ELIGIBILITY FOR THE REPAIRS. THE NHTSA C...

Oct 17, 2016 Structure 129,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY VEERED TO THE LEFT. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. ...

Oct 17, 2016 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWERVE UNCONTROLLABLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. PRIOR TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT RECEIVED ...

Oct 14, 2016 Service Brakes 77,480 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON TOGETHER. MY VAN HAS 77,483 ACTUAL MILES ON IT! I HAD A BRAKE CHECK AT LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY REPORTED 80% BRAKE LINING STILL ON,

Oct 14, 2016 Service Brakes 77,480 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON TOGETHER. MY VAN HAS 77,483 ACTUAL MILES ON IT! I HAD A BRAKE CHECK AT LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY REPORTED 80% BRAKE LINING STILL ON,

Oct 13, 2016 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE ALARM LIGHTS ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING AND STAY ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. I SUSPECT THIS INDICATES A PROBLEM THAT DISABLES THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM. DIAGNOSTIC SCANNER SHOWS AT LEAST 12 STORED FAULTS I...

Oct 13, 2016 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE ALARM LIGHTS ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING AND STAY ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. I SUSPECT THIS INDICATES A PROBLEM THAT DISABLES THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM. DIAGNOSTIC SCANNER SHOWS AT LEAST 12 STORED FAULTS I...

Oct 11, 2016 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER BEING REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR TRACK BAR WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THE REPAIR COULD BE COMPLETED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED....

Oct 11, 2016 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER BEING REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR TRACK BAR WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THE REPAIR COULD BE COMPLETED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED....

Sep 28, 2016 Suspension 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE BOLTS ON THE BRACKET OF THE REAR AXLE BECAME LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000.

Sep 28, 2016 Suspension 131,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE BOLTS ON THE BRACKET OF THE REAR AXLE BECAME LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000.

Sep 26, 2016 Suspension 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE BEAM WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN N...

Sep 26, 2016 Suspension 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE BEAM WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN N...

Sep 25, 2016 Suspension 135,000 mi

MY LOCAL BILL BROWN FORD AT 32222 PLYMOUTH RD LIVONIA MI 48150 (734)421-7000 FALSIFIED THAT THEY REPLACED A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING U CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR.

Sep 25, 2016 Suspension 135,000 mi

MY LOCAL BILL BROWN FORD AT 32222 PLYMOUTH RD LIVONIA MI 48150 (734)421-7000 FALSIFIED THAT THEY REPLACED A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING U CAN HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR.

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED, EVEN THOUGH THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ON CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 220,000. UPDATED 01/11/2017*CT *TR

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED, EVEN THOUGH THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ON CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 220,000. UPDATED 01/11/2017*CT *TR

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED, EVEN THOUGH THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ON CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 220,000. UPDATED 01/11/2017*CT *TR

Sep 20, 2016 Suspension 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED, EVEN THOUGH THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ON CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 220,000. UPDATED 01/11/2017*CT *TR

Sep 12, 2016 Suspension 116,949 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CA...

Sep 12, 2016 Suspension 116,949 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CA...

Sep 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT IDLED AT AN ACCELERATED RATE. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TP SENSOR AND MULTIPLE OTHER PARTS NEEDED T...

Sep 12, 2016 Suspension 116,949 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CA...

Sep 12, 2016 Suspension 116,949 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CA...

Sep 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT IDLED AT AN ACCELERATED RATE. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TP SENSOR AND MULTIPLE OTHER PARTS NEEDED T...

Sep 9, 2016 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT OF THE AXLE FAILURE, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Sep 9, 2016 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT OF THE AXLE FAILURE, THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N...

Sep 8, 2016 Wheels 119,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKE...

Sep 8, 2016 Wheels 119,863 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKE...

Sep 3, 2016 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AND ABS SYSTEM SEEMS TO BE ENGAGED WHEN NO BRAKING IS HAPPENING. WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED THE BRAKING SEEMS TO TAKE A LOT LONGER. ABS MODULE HAS DEFECTIVE SOLDER JOINTS CAUSING MANY SYSTEM FAILURES. FAILURE HAPPENS WHEN STATIONARY.

Sep 3, 2016 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AND ABS SYSTEM SEEMS TO BE ENGAGED WHEN NO BRAKING IS HAPPENING. WHEN BRAKES ARE ENGAGED THE BRAKING SEEMS TO TAKE A LOT LONGER. ABS MODULE HAS DEFECTIVE SOLDER JOINTS CAUSING MANY SYSTEM FAILURES. FAILURE HAPPENS WHEN STATIONARY.

Aug 31, 2016 Service Brakes 74,000 mi

ABS LIGHT. TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 74,000 MILES ON IT TO AN AUTO PARTS STORE TO GET CODES AS TO EXPLAIN THE REDUNDANT ABS LIGHT. THERE WERE AT LEAST 12 CODES ALL POINTING BACK TO THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WITH THE ABS HAS BEEN ON GOING FOR 2+ YEARS.

Aug 31, 2016 Electrical System 74,000 mi

ABS LIGHT. TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 74,000 MILES ON IT TO AN AUTO PARTS STORE TO GET CODES AS TO EXPLAIN THE REDUNDANT ABS LIGHT. THERE WERE AT LEAST 12 CODES ALL POINTING BACK TO THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WITH THE ABS HAS BEEN ON GOING FOR 2+ YEARS.

Aug 31, 2016 Service Brakes 74,000 mi

ABS LIGHT. TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 74,000 MILES ON IT TO AN AUTO PARTS STORE TO GET CODES AS TO EXPLAIN THE REDUNDANT ABS LIGHT. THERE WERE AT LEAST 12 CODES ALL POINTING BACK TO THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WITH THE ABS HAS BEEN ON GOING FOR 2+ YEARS.

Aug 31, 2016 Electrical System 74,000 mi

ABS LIGHT. TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 74,000 MILES ON IT TO AN AUTO PARTS STORE TO GET CODES AS TO EXPLAIN THE REDUNDANT ABS LIGHT. THERE WERE AT LEAST 12 CODES ALL POINTING BACK TO THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WITH THE ABS HAS BEEN ON GOING FOR 2+ YEARS.

Aug 28, 2016 Power Train 225,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT HWY SPEED AND RPM'S WENT UP AND CAR SLOWED DOWN.STOPPED AND TRIED SHIFTING GEARS NO LUCK/MOVEMENT.HAD CAR TOWED.TRANSMISSION WIPED OUT SECOND TIME IN 14 MONTHS.FORD NEEDS TO STEP UP.

Aug 28, 2016 Power Train 225,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT HWY SPEED AND RPM'S WENT UP AND CAR SLOWED DOWN.STOPPED AND TRIED SHIFTING GEARS NO LUCK/MOVEMENT.HAD CAR TOWED.TRANSMISSION WIPED OUT SECOND TIME IN 14 MONTHS.FORD NEEDS TO STEP UP.

Aug 24, 2016 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION. THE PART NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), 12V195000 (SUSPE...

Aug 24, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION. THE PART NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), 12V195000 (SUSPE...

Aug 24, 2016 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION. THE PART NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), 12V195000 (SUSPE...

Aug 24, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC FOR A ROUTINE INSPECTION AND IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION. THE PART NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), 12V195000 (SUSPE...

Aug 18, 2016 Service Brakes 174,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT REMAIN ON CONSTANTLY.

Aug 18, 2016 Service Brakes 174,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT REMAIN ON CONSTANTLY.

Aug 3, 2016 Structure 273,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AND THE CONTACT HAD TO STEER THE VEHICLE IN EXCESS TO KEEP IT IN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED TH...

Aug 3, 2016 Steering 273,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AND THE CONTACT HAD TO STEER THE VEHICLE IN EXCESS TO KEEP IT IN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED TH...

Aug 3, 2016 Structure 273,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AND THE CONTACT HAD TO STEER THE VEHICLE IN EXCESS TO KEEP IT IN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED TH...

Aug 3, 2016 Steering 273,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AND THE CONTACT HAD TO STEER THE VEHICLE IN EXCESS TO KEEP IT IN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED TH...

Jul 28, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 28, 2016 Engine 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 28, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 28, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 28, 2016 Engine 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 28, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

I WAS BACKING DOWN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ENGINE STARTED REVVING AND I HAD TO PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BREAKS TO STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING OUT OF CONTROL. AFTER I PUT BOTH FEET ON THE BRAKES TO RELEASE THE ENGINE FROM REVVING DID IT STOP. IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON THE SAME DAY AND IT TOOK AL...

Jul 12, 2016 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 12, 2016 Electrical System 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 12, 2016 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 12, 2016 Electrical System 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 12, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

MY SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT WORK AT ALL, GO UP AND DOWN OR GET STUCK, INDICATING THE WRONG SPEED, WHILE IN MOTION, ALSO AT A STOP, IT WILL POP UP, HAPPENS ON CITY STREET AND ON HIGHWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS ABOUT ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTAR MINIVANS. TO ME THIS IS AN EX...

Jul 11, 2016 Air Bags Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 11, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 11, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 11, 2016 Air Bags Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 11, 2016 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 11, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 85,000 mi

ON MAY 24 WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY SONS CAR WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A TREMENDOUS RATE OF SPEED AND WITH A LOUD NOISE AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT, WHICH WAS PUSHED INTO OUR SHED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES OF 6 BROKEN RIBS, BRUISED LUNG AND CONTUSIONS TO M...

Jul 10, 2016 Power Train 150,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF WHILE DRIVING,( BACKING UP IN DRIVEWAY) MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR

Jul 10, 2016 Power Train 150,000 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF WHILE DRIVING,( BACKING UP IN DRIVEWAY) MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR

Jul 6, 2016 Air Bags 133,251 mi

YESTERDAY ( JULY 5, 2016) WHEN MY SON ARRIVED AT HOME, PLACED THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN PARK, TURNED OFF, TOOK THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, TOOK OUT THE SEAT BELT, OPENED THE DOOR AND WHEN CLOSED THE DOOR THE FRONT AIRBAGS (DRIVER & DRIVER SIDE) DEPLOYED SUDDENLY. MY WIFE CALL THE DEALER AND THE DEALER...

Jul 6, 2016 Air Bags 133,251 mi

YESTERDAY ( JULY 5, 2016) WHEN MY SON ARRIVED AT HOME, PLACED THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN PARK, TURNED OFF, TOOK THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION, TOOK OUT THE SEAT BELT, OPENED THE DOOR AND WHEN CLOSED THE DOOR THE FRONT AIRBAGS (DRIVER & DRIVER SIDE) DEPLOYED SUDDENLY. MY WIFE CALL THE DEALER AND THE DEALER...

Jun 14, 2016 Suspension 183,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT NOTED THAT DUE TO THE FAILURE THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT RISKING FURTHER DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385...

Jun 14, 2016 Suspension 183,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT NOTED THAT DUE TO THE FAILURE THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT RISKING FURTHER DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385...

Jun 7, 2016 Structure 110,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING IT. THANK GOODNESS IT DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT AND SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO A NEARBY LOT. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW AND IT HAS BEEN RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND NOW THE AXLE. WE DID HAVE THE RECALL "BRACKETS" ...

Jun 7, 2016 Structure 110,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CRACKED WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING IT. THANK GOODNESS IT DID NOT RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT AND SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO A NEARBY LOT. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW AND IT HAS BEEN RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT AND NOW THE AXLE. WE DID HAVE THE RECALL "BRACKETS" ...

May 18, 2016 Service Brakes 78,568 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THERE WERE BLACK TIRES MARKS ON THE ROAD AND THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN I...

May 18, 2016 Service Brakes 78,568 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THERE WERE BLACK TIRES MARKS ON THE ROAD AND THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN I...

May 4, 2016 Suspension 189,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLES WERE FRACTURED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS TO...

May 4, 2016 Suspension 189,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLES WERE FRACTURED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE VEHICLE WAS TO...

Apr 14, 2016 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES AND STAYS ON.

Apr 14, 2016 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES AND STAYS ON.

Apr 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other Fire 101,760 mi

THE FORD DEALER JUST SERVICED TWO SAFETY RECALLS, I.E. THE ENGINE SUBFRAME FRACTURE AND REAR AXLE ON THE WEEK ON 3/7/2016. I IMMEDIATELY FEEL THE CAR SWAY SLIGHTLY AT HIGH SPEED. I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE ALIGNMENT ISSUE, SO DIDN'T PAY TOO MUCH ATTENTION. ON 3/29/16, THE CAR SWAY BADLY ESPECIALLY WHEN I...

Apr 4, 2016 Unknown Or Other Fire 101,760 mi

THE FORD DEALER JUST SERVICED TWO SAFETY RECALLS, I.E. THE ENGINE SUBFRAME FRACTURE AND REAR AXLE ON THE WEEK ON 3/7/2016. I IMMEDIATELY FEEL THE CAR SWAY SLIGHTLY AT HIGH SPEED. I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE ALIGNMENT ISSUE, SO DIDN'T PAY TOO MUCH ATTENTION. ON 3/29/16, THE CAR SWAY BADLY ESPECIALLY WHEN I...

Mar 22, 2016 Electrical System 156,649 mi

THE SPEED METER GAUGES GOES CRAZY

Mar 22, 2016 Electrical System 156,649 mi

THE SPEED METER GAUGES GOES CRAZY

Feb 26, 2016 Suspension 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS ABNORMALLY SHIFTED. 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 MANUFACTURER...

Feb 26, 2016 Suspension 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS ABNORMALLY SHIFTED. 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 MANUFACTURER...

Feb 18, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART HOWEVER, THE REAR TIRES WERE LEANED IN AND THE REAR BRACKETS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT...

Feb 18, 2016 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART HOWEVER, THE REAR TIRES WERE LEANED IN AND THE REAR BRACKETS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT...

Feb 9, 2016 Suspension

THIS IS A RECALL FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY REGARDING DETERIATION OF THE REAR AXLE. I FIRST LEARNED OF IT IN EARLY DECEMBER 2015. TOOK INTO MY LOCAL DEALER ON DECEMBER 11 AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT QUALIFIED FOR THE RECALL. NOW THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT THEY CAN'T GET THE PARTS. HOW LONG DOES A COMPANY ...

Feb 9, 2016 Suspension

THIS IS A RECALL FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY REGARDING DETERIATION OF THE REAR AXLE. I FIRST LEARNED OF IT IN EARLY DECEMBER 2015. TOOK INTO MY LOCAL DEALER ON DECEMBER 11 AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT QUALIFIED FOR THE RECALL. NOW THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT THEY CAN'T GET THE PARTS. HOW LONG DOES A COMPANY ...

Feb 5, 2016 Unknown Or Other 84,520 mi

OUR WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED 3 TIMES UNDER FORD'S SAFETY RECALL # 15S27/NHTSA RECALL # 15V-608 FOR THE REAR AXLE. THE FIRST RECALL WAS TO CHECK FOR CRACKS AND IF NONE FOUND, THE AXLE WAS PAINTED. THE SECOND RECALL WAS TO CHECK AGAIN FOR CRACKS AND IF NONE FOUND, THE FORD DEALERSHIP ATTACHED 2 BRACKETS ...

Feb 5, 2016 Unknown Or Other 84,520 mi

OUR WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED 3 TIMES UNDER FORD'S SAFETY RECALL # 15S27/NHTSA RECALL # 15V-608 FOR THE REAR AXLE. THE FIRST RECALL WAS TO CHECK FOR CRACKS AND IF NONE FOUND, THE AXLE WAS PAINTED. THE SECOND RECALL WAS TO CHECK AGAIN FOR CRACKS AND IF NONE FOUND, THE FORD DEALERSHIP ATTACHED 2 BRACKETS ...

Feb 4, 2016 Suspension 198,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. UPON RETURNING TO THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WHEEL WAS TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE R...

Feb 4, 2016 Suspension 198,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD. UPON RETURNING TO THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE WHEEL WAS TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE R...

Feb 3, 2016 Power Train 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE COOLING INDICATOR BECAME TRAPPED IN THE SPEEDOMETER AND GEAR SHIFTER AREA, CAUSING THE GEAR SHIFTER NOT TO ENGAGE IN PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NEEDED TO ...

Feb 3, 2016 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE COMING TO A STOP, THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND AND THE ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO SWITCH OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Feb 3, 2016 Power Train 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE COOLING INDICATOR BECAME TRAPPED IN THE SPEEDOMETER AND GEAR SHIFTER AREA, CAUSING THE GEAR SHIFTER NOT TO ENGAGE IN PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NEEDED TO ...

Feb 3, 2016 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE COMING TO A STOP, THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND AND THE ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO SWITCH OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T...

Jan 14, 2016 Suspension Fire 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNT RUBBER ODOR AND THEN AN UNKNOWN REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE, TIRE LINE, AND THE REAR TIRE NEEDED T...

Jan 14, 2016 Suspension Fire 220,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNT RUBBER ODOR AND THEN AN UNKNOWN REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE, TIRE LINE, AND THE REAR TIRE NEEDED T...

Jan 7, 2016 Suspension 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED NOT LONG AFTER THE RECALL REMEDY WAS PERFORMED. AFTERWARDS, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Jan 7, 2016 Suspension 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED NOT LONG AFTER THE RECALL REMEDY WAS PERFORMED. AFTERWARDS, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Jan 4, 2016 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THAT BRAKE FLUID NEEDED TO BE ADDED IN THE VEHICLE. THE TECHNICIAN ADDED BRAKE FLUID TO THE VEHICLE BUT THE FAILURE PER...

Jan 4, 2016 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THAT BRAKE FLUID NEEDED TO BE ADDED IN THE VEHICLE. THE TECHNICIAN ADDED BRAKE FLUID TO THE VEHICLE BUT THE FAILURE PER...

Dec 26, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 95,000 mi

THE TRACTION CONTROL TURNS ON AND OFF WITH SWITCH IN OFF POSITION. ON A CLEAR DRY DAY THE SYSTEM WILL TURN ON WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT . THE CAR MUST BE IN MOTION FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. THE CAR DOES THIS VERY OFTEN. WE CAN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SOMETIMES YOU MIGHT HEAR A HUM. IT HAPPENS ON ALL TYPES OF...

Dec 26, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 95,000 mi

THE TRACTION CONTROL TURNS ON AND OFF WITH SWITCH IN OFF POSITION. ON A CLEAR DRY DAY THE SYSTEM WILL TURN ON WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT . THE CAR MUST BE IN MOTION FOR THIS TO HAPPEN. THE CAR DOES THIS VERY OFTEN. WE CAN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SOMETIMES YOU MIGHT HEAR A HUM. IT HAPPENS ON ALL TYPES OF...

Dec 17, 2015 Suspension 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TAKING THE VEHICLE FOR A ROUTINE CHECK, THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRACKETS WERE PLACED ON A FAULTY AXLE. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CO...

Dec 17, 2015 Suspension 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TAKING THE VEHICLE FOR A ROUTINE CHECK, THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED IN TWO PLACES ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRACKETS WERE PLACED ON A FAULTY AXLE. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CO...

Dec 1, 2015 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD COME ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES. SOMETIMES THEY STAY FOR A WHILE (DAYS) AND THEN GO OFF FOR (DAYS). ALSO, I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAUGE ARMS ON THE DASHBOARD ALL OF SUDDEN WILL GO BACK AND FORTH IN A QUICK MOTION. THEN SOMETIMES STICK IN ON...

Dec 1, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD COME ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES. SOMETIMES THEY STAY FOR A WHILE (DAYS) AND THEN GO OFF FOR (DAYS). ALSO, I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAUGE ARMS ON THE DASHBOARD ALL OF SUDDEN WILL GO BACK AND FORTH IN A QUICK MOTION. THEN SOMETIMES STICK IN ON...

Dec 1, 2015 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD COME ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES. SOMETIMES THEY STAY FOR A WHILE (DAYS) AND THEN GO OFF FOR (DAYS). ALSO, I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAUGE ARMS ON THE DASHBOARD ALL OF SUDDEN WILL GO BACK AND FORTH IN A QUICK MOTION. THEN SOMETIMES STICK IN ON...

Dec 1, 2015 Electrical System 100,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD COME ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES. SOMETIMES THEY STAY FOR A WHILE (DAYS) AND THEN GO OFF FOR (DAYS). ALSO, I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAUGE ARMS ON THE DASHBOARD ALL OF SUDDEN WILL GO BACK AND FORTH IN A QUICK MOTION. THEN SOMETIMES STICK IN ON...

Nov 26, 2015 Power Train 96,010 mi

I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR ONE WEEK AGO WITH 96000 MILES ON IT. BECAUSE I PREVIOUSLY GOT A 1995 WINDSTAR WITH AX4S TRANSMISSION, RUNNING OVER 190000 MILES WITHOUT ANY TRANSMISSION ISSUES. I THEN BOUGHT THE 2003 CAR WITH RELATIVELY LOW MILEAGE AND HOPE IT WOULD LAST THE SIMILAR LENGTH. THIS 2003 CAR IS W...

Nov 26, 2015 Power Train 96,010 mi

I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR ONE WEEK AGO WITH 96000 MILES ON IT. BECAUSE I PREVIOUSLY GOT A 1995 WINDSTAR WITH AX4S TRANSMISSION, RUNNING OVER 190000 MILES WITHOUT ANY TRANSMISSION ISSUES. I THEN BOUGHT THE 2003 CAR WITH RELATIVELY LOW MILEAGE AND HOPE IT WOULD LAST THE SIMILAR LENGTH. THIS 2003 CAR IS W...

Nov 18, 2015 Suspension 154,161 mi

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FOR THE REAR AXLE, HAD 2 (TWO) FORD DEALERS LOOK AT THE AXLE. FIRST DEALER NOTED CRACKS, OFFERED TO REPLACE AXLE FOR $700. FIRST DEALER DID NOT ENTER RECALL/INSPECTION INTO FORD DATABASE, NO RECORD. SECOND DEALER PERFORMED INSPECTION, SAID AXLE WAS "GOOD TO GO". I INSPECTED AX...

Nov 18, 2015 Suspension 154,161 mi

RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FOR THE REAR AXLE, HAD 2 (TWO) FORD DEALERS LOOK AT THE AXLE. FIRST DEALER NOTED CRACKS, OFFERED TO REPLACE AXLE FOR $700. FIRST DEALER DID NOT ENTER RECALL/INSPECTION INTO FORD DATABASE, NO RECORD. SECOND DEALER PERFORMED INSPECTION, SAID AXLE WAS "GOOD TO GO". I INSPECTED AX...

Nov 12, 2015 Power Train 250,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR IN THE COUNTRY AND HEARD NOISES WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. WHEN SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING SHE STOPPED. DISCOVERED THE REAR AXLE HAD SPLIT WHERE IT HAD BEEN BEEFED UP WITH BRACKETS AFTER FORD'S 10S13 RECALL. FORD IS SAYING WE HAVE TO PAY $300 TO MAKE REPAIRS ON AN ISSUE...

Nov 12, 2015 Power Train 250,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR IN THE COUNTRY AND HEARD NOISES WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. WHEN SHE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING SHE STOPPED. DISCOVERED THE REAR AXLE HAD SPLIT WHERE IT HAD BEEN BEEFED UP WITH BRACKETS AFTER FORD'S 10S13 RECALL. FORD IS SAYING WE HAVE TO PAY $300 TO MAKE REPAIRS ON AN ISSUE...

Nov 10, 2015 Suspension 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE DEALER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 10, 2015 Suspension 132,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE DEALER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILUR...

Nov 5, 2015 Structure 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE LOCAL DEALER FOR A RECALL REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Nov 5, 2015 Suspension 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE LOCAL DEALER FOR A RECALL REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Nov 5, 2015 Structure 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE LOCAL DEALER FOR A RECALL REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Nov 5, 2015 Suspension 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE AT THE LOCAL DEALER FOR A RECALL REPAIR, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS ...

Nov 2, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE IN WHICH THE REAR AXLE PREMATURELY CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), BUT IT DID NOT REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A SEC...

Nov 2, 2015 Structure 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000(SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE AXLE REPLACEMENT NOT BEING INCLUDED IN ...

Nov 2, 2015 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000(SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE AXLE REPLACEMENT NOT BEING INCLUDED IN ...

Nov 2, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE IN WHICH THE REAR AXLE PREMATURELY CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), BUT IT DID NOT REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A SEC...

Nov 2, 2015 Structure 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000(SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE AXLE REPLACEMENT NOT BEING INCLUDED IN ...

Nov 2, 2015 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V608000(SUSPENSION), THE TECHNICIAN INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR AXLE CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO THE AXLE REPLACEMENT NOT BEING INCLUDED IN ...

Oct 28, 2015 Suspension 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE FRONT WHEELS VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ...

Oct 28, 2015 Suspension 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE FRONT WHEELS VIBRATED VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ...

Oct 14, 2015 Structure 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE INSPECTED BECAUSE IT WAS UNSAFE TO USE A ...

Oct 14, 2015 Structure 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE INSPECTED BECAUSE IT WAS UNSAFE TO USE A ...

Oct 5, 2015 Suspension

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN RYAN ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN MAY, THE SPRING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BROKE AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THREE MONTHS LATER, THE PASSENGER FRONT SPRING BROKE. *JB UPDATED 11/30/15.*JB

Oct 5, 2015 Suspension

LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN RYAN ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED IN MAY, THE SPRING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BROKE AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THREE MONTHS LATER, THE PASSENGER FRONT SPRING BROKE. *JB UPDATED 11/30/15.*JB

Oct 2, 2015 Electrical System 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE BRAKE AND OVERDRIVE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPR...

Oct 2, 2015 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE BRAKE AND OVERDRIVE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPR...

Oct 2, 2015 Electrical System 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE BRAKE AND OVERDRIVE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPR...

Oct 2, 2015 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE BRAKE AND OVERDRIVE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPR...

Sep 15, 2015 Suspension 164,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SWAYED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AXLE FRACTURED AND THE TIRE LEANED INWARDS INTO THE WHEEL WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAG...

Sep 15, 2015 Suspension 164,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SWAYED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AXLE FRACTURED AND THE TIRE LEANED INWARDS INTO THE WHEEL WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAG...

Aug 31, 2015 Structure 66,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD . IN MUNCIE INDIANA . THE REAR END ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT DOWN ALL MOST CAUSED ME TO WRECK . FOUND O UT THAT DAY WHEN I GOT IT TO THE AUTO GARAGE THAT THE REAR END HAD RUSTED THREW . AT 66,000 MILES . HOW CAN A COMPANY PUT OUT CRAP LIKE THIS THAT MIGHT HAVE COAST ME MY L...

Aug 31, 2015 Suspension 66,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD . IN MUNCIE INDIANA . THE REAR END ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT DOWN ALL MOST CAUSED ME TO WRECK . FOUND O UT THAT DAY WHEN I GOT IT TO THE AUTO GARAGE THAT THE REAR END HAD RUSTED THREW . AT 66,000 MILES . HOW CAN A COMPANY PUT OUT CRAP LIKE THIS THAT MIGHT HAVE COAST ME MY L...

Aug 31, 2015 Structure 66,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD . IN MUNCIE INDIANA . THE REAR END ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT DOWN ALL MOST CAUSED ME TO WRECK . FOUND O UT THAT DAY WHEN I GOT IT TO THE AUTO GARAGE THAT THE REAR END HAD RUSTED THREW . AT 66,000 MILES . HOW CAN A COMPANY PUT OUT CRAP LIKE THIS THAT MIGHT HAVE COAST ME MY L...

Aug 31, 2015 Suspension 66,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD . IN MUNCIE INDIANA . THE REAR END ON THE RIGHT SIDE WENT DOWN ALL MOST CAUSED ME TO WRECK . FOUND O UT THAT DAY WHEN I GOT IT TO THE AUTO GARAGE THAT THE REAR END HAD RUSTED THREW . AT 66,000 MILES . HOW CAN A COMPANY PUT OUT CRAP LIKE THIS THAT MIGHT HAVE COAST ME MY L...

Aug 24, 2015 Suspension 132,771 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE IT STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE. I STOPPED AND PARKED THE CAR. UPON MY INSPECTION THE DRIVER REAR TIRE WAS LEANING OUT ON AN ANGLE.A MECHANIC INSPECTED IT AND NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN. THERE WAS NO NOISE OR PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THIS TIME. THE REAR AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Aug 24, 2015 Suspension 132,771 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE IT STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE. I STOPPED AND PARKED THE CAR. UPON MY INSPECTION THE DRIVER REAR TIRE WAS LEANING OUT ON AN ANGLE.A MECHANIC INSPECTED IT AND NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN. THERE WAS NO NOISE OR PROBLEMS PRIOR TO THIS TIME. THE REAR AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED.

Aug 17, 2015 Suspension 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE ...

Aug 17, 2015 Suspension 134,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY FRACTURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE ...

Aug 10, 2015 Suspension 108,000 mi

THIS IS IN REGARDS TO THE REAR AXLE CRACKING. DURING MY RECENT STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE REAR AXLE WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED. THE REAR AXLE WAS REINFORCED PER RECALL NOTICE IN 2011, BUT WHERE THE REINFORCEMENT IS AT, IS WHERE AXLE IS CRACKED. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AXLE DUE TO...

Aug 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 108,000 mi

THIS IS IN REGARDS TO THE REAR AXLE CRACKING. DURING MY RECENT STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE REAR AXLE WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED. THE REAR AXLE WAS REINFORCED PER RECALL NOTICE IN 2011, BUT WHERE THE REINFORCEMENT IS AT, IS WHERE AXLE IS CRACKED. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AXLE DUE TO...

Aug 10, 2015 Suspension 108,000 mi

THIS IS IN REGARDS TO THE REAR AXLE CRACKING. DURING MY RECENT STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE REAR AXLE WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED. THE REAR AXLE WAS REINFORCED PER RECALL NOTICE IN 2011, BUT WHERE THE REINFORCEMENT IS AT, IS WHERE AXLE IS CRACKED. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AXLE DUE TO...

Aug 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 108,000 mi

THIS IS IN REGARDS TO THE REAR AXLE CRACKING. DURING MY RECENT STATE VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE REAR AXLE WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED. THE REAR AXLE WAS REINFORCED PER RECALL NOTICE IN 2011, BUT WHERE THE REINFORCEMENT IS AT, IS WHERE AXLE IS CRACKED. FORD WILL NOT COVER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AXLE DUE TO...

Aug 4, 2015 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 1 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE REAR AXLE COMPLETELY FRACTURED INTO TWO PIECES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Aug 4, 2015 Suspension 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 1 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE REAR AXLE COMPLETELY FRACTURED INTO TWO PIECES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WA...

Jul 30, 2015 Power Train 87,343 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED AT 87343 MILES. I HAVE SEEN THOUSANDS OF REPORTS ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSIONS FAILING UNDER 70K MILES. TRANSMISSIONS SHOULD BE RECALLED.

Jul 30, 2015 Power Train 87,343 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED AT 87343 MILES. I HAVE SEEN THOUSANDS OF REPORTS ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSIONS FAILING UNDER 70K MILES. TRANSMISSIONS SHOULD BE RECALLED.

Jul 23, 2015 Engine 63,000 mi

WENT TO PULL OUT OF PARKING SPACE. NONE OF THE GEARS WORKED. ENDED UP HAVING VEHICLE TOWED. THANKFUL MY HUSBAND WASN'T ON THE WAY TO WORK GOING 60-65 MPH. CONTACTED FORD AND WAS TOLD TOO BAD SINCE IT WASN'T DIAGNOSED BY ONE OF THEIR DEALERS SHOPS BUT BY A MECHANIC WE'VE BEEN USING FOR YEARS. I'...

Jul 23, 2015 Engine 63,000 mi

WENT TO PULL OUT OF PARKING SPACE. NONE OF THE GEARS WORKED. ENDED UP HAVING VEHICLE TOWED. THANKFUL MY HUSBAND WASN'T ON THE WAY TO WORK GOING 60-65 MPH. CONTACTED FORD AND WAS TOLD TOO BAD SINCE IT WASN'T DIAGNOSED BY ONE OF THEIR DEALERS SHOPS BUT BY A MECHANIC WE'VE BEEN USING FOR YEARS. I'...

Jul 14, 2015 Engine 96,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS MINE AND GIVEN TO MY DAUGHTER IN LAW FOR THEIR FAMILY. SHE PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO LEAVE HER DRIVEWAY AND THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. NEITHER THE DRIVE OR REVERSE WAS WORKING...NOTHING WORKED. IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE TO DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AND THE REPORT WAS...TRANSMI...

Jul 14, 2015 Engine 96,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS MINE AND GIVEN TO MY DAUGHTER IN LAW FOR THEIR FAMILY. SHE PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO LEAVE HER DRIVEWAY AND THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. NEITHER THE DRIVE OR REVERSE WAS WORKING...NOTHING WORKED. IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE TO DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AND THE REPORT WAS...TRANSMI...

Jul 6, 2015 Electrical System 163,200 mi

THE GAUGES IN THE VEHICLE KEEPS GOING NUTS. MOVING FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER,TACHOMETER, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, TEMPERATURE, BATTERY. THE TACHOMETER GAUGE HIT THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR AND NOW THAT IS PUSHED OVER TO 1. IT APPEARS THERE A MANY FORDS THAT HAVE THIS PROBLEM BUT FORD REFUSES TO FIX THE PROB...

Jul 6, 2015 Unknown Or Other 105,000 mi

REAR AXIL BROKE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. IT LOOKS LIKE IT RUSTED THROUGH

Jul 6, 2015 Electrical System 163,200 mi

THE GAUGES IN THE VEHICLE KEEPS GOING NUTS. MOVING FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER,TACHOMETER, SPEEDOMETER, GAS, TEMPERATURE, BATTERY. THE TACHOMETER GAUGE HIT THE TRANSMISSION SELECTOR AND NOW THAT IS PUSHED OVER TO 1. IT APPEARS THERE A MANY FORDS THAT HAVE THIS PROBLEM BUT FORD REFUSES TO FIX THE PROB...

Jul 6, 2015 Unknown Or Other 105,000 mi

REAR AXIL BROKE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. IT LOOKS LIKE IT RUSTED THROUGH

Jul 4, 2015 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON. THEN THE VEHICLE IS FINE FOR DAYS THEN IT COMES ON AGAIN FOR NO REASON. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN INFREQUENT AND HAS ONLY RECENTLY BEFORE MORE OF A ISSUE. USUALLY THE PROBLEM GOES AWAY AND DOES NOT COME BACK FOR WEEKS. I WENT TO THE LOCAL ADVANCE AUTO SO THEY COULD PULL THE CODE ...

Jul 4, 2015 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON. THEN THE VEHICLE IS FINE FOR DAYS THEN IT COMES ON AGAIN FOR NO REASON. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN INFREQUENT AND HAS ONLY RECENTLY BEFORE MORE OF A ISSUE. USUALLY THE PROBLEM GOES AWAY AND DOES NOT COME BACK FOR WEEKS. I WENT TO THE LOCAL ADVANCE AUTO SO THEY COULD PULL THE CODE ...

Jul 2, 2015 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS BENT IN TOWARDS THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Jul 2, 2015 Suspension 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS BENT IN TOWARDS THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Jun 30, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR TIRE WAS LEANING INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR ...

Jun 30, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR TIRE WAS LEANING INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR ...

Jun 29, 2015 Suspension 122,730 mi

REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. FORD RECALL IN 2011 FOR ISSUES WITH THE REAR AXLE - DEALER INSTALLED ADDITIONAL SUPPORT BRACKETS IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE AXLE WITH A NEW AXLE OF CURRENT DESIGN. IF THEY WOULD HAVE DONE THE REPLACEMENT WITH THE CURRENT AXLE DESIGN AND NOT ADDED A TEMPOR...

Jun 29, 2015 Unknown Or Other 122,730 mi

REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. FORD RECALL IN 2011 FOR ISSUES WITH THE REAR AXLE - DEALER INSTALLED ADDITIONAL SUPPORT BRACKETS IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE AXLE WITH A NEW AXLE OF CURRENT DESIGN. IF THEY WOULD HAVE DONE THE REPLACEMENT WITH THE CURRENT AXLE DESIGN AND NOT ADDED A TEMPOR...

Jun 29, 2015 Suspension 122,730 mi

REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. FORD RECALL IN 2011 FOR ISSUES WITH THE REAR AXLE - DEALER INSTALLED ADDITIONAL SUPPORT BRACKETS IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE AXLE WITH A NEW AXLE OF CURRENT DESIGN. IF THEY WOULD HAVE DONE THE REPLACEMENT WITH THE CURRENT AXLE DESIGN AND NOT ADDED A TEMPOR...

Jun 29, 2015 Unknown Or Other 122,730 mi

REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND HAS TO BE REPLACED. FORD RECALL IN 2011 FOR ISSUES WITH THE REAR AXLE - DEALER INSTALLED ADDITIONAL SUPPORT BRACKETS IN LIEU OF REPLACING THE AXLE WITH A NEW AXLE OF CURRENT DESIGN. IF THEY WOULD HAVE DONE THE REPLACEMENT WITH THE CURRENT AXLE DESIGN AND NOT ADDED A TEMPOR...

Jun 27, 2015 Service Brakes

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AT THE SAME TIME QUITE OFTEN. IT WILL NOT GO OFF UNTILL YOU TURN OFF THE VAN AND RESTART AND EVEN THEN THEY OFTEN STAY ON.

Jun 27, 2015 Service Brakes

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AT THE SAME TIME QUITE OFTEN. IT WILL NOT GO OFF UNTILL YOU TURN OFF THE VAN AND RESTART AND EVEN THEN THEY OFTEN STAY ON.

Jun 26, 2015 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON DURING HOT DAY

Jun 26, 2015 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON DURING HOT DAY

Jun 25, 2015 Electrical System 92,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON OCCASIONLY. BRAKES CONTINUE TO WORK. I AM TOLD IT GIVES A 1185 CODE MEANING A BAD MODULE.

Jun 25, 2015 Electrical System 92,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON OCCASIONLY. BRAKES CONTINUE TO WORK. I AM TOLD IT GIVES A 1185 CODE MEANING A BAD MODULE.

Jun 18, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS INDICATOR KEEPS TURNING ON AND OFF RANDOMLY AT INCREASING INTERVALS AND IS NOW STAYING ON MORE OFTEN. THE SPEEDOMETER'S NEEDLE IN THE DASHBOARD ALSO FAILS TO REGISTER THE SPEED THAT THE CAR IS GOING AND MOVES WILDLY BACK AND FORTH.

Jun 18, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS INDICATOR KEEPS TURNING ON AND OFF RANDOMLY AT INCREASING INTERVALS AND IS NOW STAYING ON MORE OFTEN. THE SPEEDOMETER'S NEEDLE IN THE DASHBOARD ALSO FAILS TO REGISTER THE SPEED THAT THE CAR IS GOING AND MOVES WILDLY BACK AND FORTH.

Jun 18, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS INDICATOR KEEPS TURNING ON AND OFF RANDOMLY AT INCREASING INTERVALS AND IS NOW STAYING ON MORE OFTEN. THE SPEEDOMETER'S NEEDLE IN THE DASHBOARD ALSO FAILS TO REGISTER THE SPEED THAT THE CAR IS GOING AND MOVES WILDLY BACK AND FORTH.

Jun 18, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS INDICATOR KEEPS TURNING ON AND OFF RANDOMLY AT INCREASING INTERVALS AND IS NOW STAYING ON MORE OFTEN. THE SPEEDOMETER'S NEEDLE IN THE DASHBOARD ALSO FAILS TO REGISTER THE SPEED THAT THE CAR IS GOING AND MOVES WILDLY BACK AND FORTH.

Jun 9, 2015 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.

Jun 9, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF

Jun 9, 2015 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.

Jun 9, 2015 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF

Jun 5, 2015 Electrical System 81,415 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WORKED ERRATICALLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED...

Jun 5, 2015 Suspension 155,675 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE AXLE WAS SEVERALLY CORRODED AND CRACKED. THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND EXPLAINED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE...

Jun 5, 2015 Electrical System 81,415 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WORKED ERRATICALLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED...

Jun 5, 2015 Suspension 155,675 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE AXLE WAS SEVERALLY CORRODED AND CRACKED. THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND EXPLAINED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

Jun 1, 2015 Engine 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

Jun 1, 2015 Electrical System 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

Jun 1, 2015 Engine 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

Jun 1, 2015 Electrical System 110,190 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP, THE DRIVER DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKES, ABS, ENGINE, AND DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHTS PREVIOUSLY ILLUMINAT...

May 29, 2015 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT AND BREAKS TURN ON ONCE I DRIVE FOR A MILE ON THE ROAD AND IT STAY ON TILL I SHUT THE ENGINE OFF FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY FOR WORK. I ALREADY REPLACE MY BRAKES, REBUILD MY TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE ALL SPARK PLUGS AND CORDS, ALSO CHANGE MY ENGINE OIL ON TIME PRETTY MUCH A TAKE CARE OF MY ON...

May 29, 2015 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT AND BREAKS TURN ON ONCE I DRIVE FOR A MILE ON THE ROAD AND IT STAY ON TILL I SHUT THE ENGINE OFF FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY FOR WORK. I ALREADY REPLACE MY BRAKES, REBUILD MY TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE ALL SPARK PLUGS AND CORDS, ALSO CHANGE MY ENGINE OIL ON TIME PRETTY MUCH A TAKE CARE OF MY ON...

May 18, 2015 Service Brakes 124,500 mi

"ABS" AND "BRAKE" INDICATOR LIGHTS WITHIN DASHBOARD TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY.

May 18, 2015 Electrical System 124,500 mi

"ABS" AND "BRAKE" INDICATOR LIGHTS WITHIN DASHBOARD TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY.

May 18, 2015 Service Brakes 124,500 mi

"ABS" AND "BRAKE" INDICATOR LIGHTS WITHIN DASHBOARD TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY.

May 18, 2015 Electrical System 124,500 mi

"ABS" AND "BRAKE" INDICATOR LIGHTS WITHIN DASHBOARD TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY.

May 13, 2015 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 118,000.

May 13, 2015 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 118,000.

May 10, 2015 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING THE CAN FOR ABOUT TEN MINUTES THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON . SINCE JULY 2013 IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ALMOST EVERYDAY. JUST WINTER TIME IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AS OFTEN AS IN SUMMER. AFTER CHECKING THE CAR I GET CODE C1185 C1198 C1194 C1254 C1246 C1250 C1242 C12214

May 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 67,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING THE CAN FOR ABOUT TEN MINUTES THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON . SINCE JULY 2013 IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ALMOST EVERYDAY. JUST WINTER TIME IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AS OFTEN AS IN SUMMER. AFTER CHECKING THE CAR I GET CODE C1185 C1198 C1194 C1254 C1246 C1250 C1242 C12214

May 10, 2015 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING THE CAN FOR ABOUT TEN MINUTES THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON . SINCE JULY 2013 IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ALMOST EVERYDAY. JUST WINTER TIME IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AS OFTEN AS IN SUMMER. AFTER CHECKING THE CAR I GET CODE C1185 C1198 C1194 C1254 C1246 C1250 C1242 C12214

May 10, 2015 Unknown Or Other 67,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING THE CAN FOR ABOUT TEN MINUTES THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON . SINCE JULY 2013 IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ALMOST EVERYDAY. JUST WINTER TIME IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AS OFTEN AS IN SUMMER. AFTER CHECKING THE CAR I GET CODE C1185 C1198 C1194 C1254 C1246 C1250 C1242 C12214

May 7, 2015 Service Brakes 38,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. *TR

May 7, 2015 Service Brakes 38,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. *TR

May 4, 2015 Wheels 165,000 mi

I LEARNED OF A FRONT AXLE RECALL AND WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS, THEY INFORMED ME OF A REAR AXLE RECALL, SO "REPAIRS" WERE MADE TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR AXLES AT THE SAME TIME. HOWEVER, THIS MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK (LUCKILY TRAVELING AT 25 MPH VS 75 ON THE INTERSTATE LAST NIGHT...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 165,000 mi

I LEARNED OF A FRONT AXLE RECALL AND WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS, THEY INFORMED ME OF A REAR AXLE RECALL, SO "REPAIRS" WERE MADE TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR AXLES AT THE SAME TIME. HOWEVER, THIS MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK (LUCKILY TRAVELING AT 25 MPH VS 75 ON THE INTERSTATE LAST NIGHT...

May 4, 2015 Wheels 165,000 mi

I LEARNED OF A FRONT AXLE RECALL AND WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS, THEY INFORMED ME OF A REAR AXLE RECALL, SO "REPAIRS" WERE MADE TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR AXLES AT THE SAME TIME. HOWEVER, THIS MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK (LUCKILY TRAVELING AT 25 MPH VS 75 ON THE INTERSTATE LAST NIGHT...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 165,000 mi

I LEARNED OF A FRONT AXLE RECALL AND WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS, THEY INFORMED ME OF A REAR AXLE RECALL, SO "REPAIRS" WERE MADE TO BOTH FRONT AND REAR AXLES AT THE SAME TIME. HOWEVER, THIS MORNING ON MY WAY TO WORK (LUCKILY TRAVELING AT 25 MPH VS 75 ON THE INTERSTATE LAST NIGHT...

May 3, 2015 Exterior Lighting 118,300 mi

I WAS WARNED BY A FELLOW DRIVER THAT I HAD NO BRAKE LIGHTS. THE TAIL LIGHTS WORK. ALL BULB FILAMENTS ARE INTACT. INTERIOR FUSES #'S 10 & 11 ASSOCIATED WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS ACCORDING TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL ARE INTACT. I REPLACED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH. STILL I HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS. *TR

May 3, 2015 Exterior Lighting 118,300 mi

I WAS WARNED BY A FELLOW DRIVER THAT I HAD NO BRAKE LIGHTS. THE TAIL LIGHTS WORK. ALL BULB FILAMENTS ARE INTACT. INTERIOR FUSES #'S 10 & 11 ASSOCIATED WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS ACCORDING TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL ARE INTACT. I REPLACED THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH. STILL I HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS. *TR

Apr 29, 2015 Engine 119,832 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THIS MORNING, 4/29/15. I TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE LAST NIGHT, NO PROBLEMS. THIS MORNING WHEN I LEFT THE HOUSE TO GET THE TITLE TRANSFERRED AND VEHICLE REGISTERED, THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I GOT TO MY DESTINATION AND TURNED IT OFF, THEN TURNED IT BACK ON, THE LIGHT RE...

Apr 29, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 119,832 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THIS MORNING, 4/29/15. I TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE LAST NIGHT, NO PROBLEMS. THIS MORNING WHEN I LEFT THE HOUSE TO GET THE TITLE TRANSFERRED AND VEHICLE REGISTERED, THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I GOT TO MY DESTINATION AND TURNED IT OFF, THEN TURNED IT BACK ON, THE LIGHT RE...

Apr 29, 2015 Engine 119,832 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THIS MORNING, 4/29/15. I TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE LAST NIGHT, NO PROBLEMS. THIS MORNING WHEN I LEFT THE HOUSE TO GET THE TITLE TRANSFERRED AND VEHICLE REGISTERED, THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I GOT TO MY DESTINATION AND TURNED IT OFF, THEN TURNED IT BACK ON, THE LIGHT RE...

Apr 29, 2015 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 119,832 mi

I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE THIS MORNING, 4/29/15. I TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE LAST NIGHT, NO PROBLEMS. THIS MORNING WHEN I LEFT THE HOUSE TO GET THE TITLE TRANSFERRED AND VEHICLE REGISTERED, THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WHEN I GOT TO MY DESTINATION AND TURNED IT OFF, THEN TURNED IT BACK ON, THE LIGHT RE...

Apr 28, 2015 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 154,000 MILES ON IT. IN MID MAY 2014 THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS STARTED TO COME TOGETHER AT RANDOM. BRAKING SEEMS TO BE NORMAL WHILE LIGHTS ARE ON. WHEN VEHICLE IS RESTARTED, THE LIGHTS STAY OUT. SOMETIMES THEY WILL STAY OUT FOR A WEEK OR MORE THEN SUDDENLY COM...

Apr 28, 2015 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 154,000 MILES ON IT. IN MID MAY 2014 THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS STARTED TO COME TOGETHER AT RANDOM. BRAKING SEEMS TO BE NORMAL WHILE LIGHTS ARE ON. WHEN VEHICLE IS RESTARTED, THE LIGHTS STAY OUT. SOMETIMES THEY WILL STAY OUT FOR A WEEK OR MORE THEN SUDDENLY COM...

Apr 27, 2015 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FRACTURED FROM THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEP...

Apr 27, 2015 Suspension 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE HAD FRACTURED FROM THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEP...

Apr 21, 2015 Structure 231,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN UNRELATED ISSUE AND THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR FRAME EXHIBITED CRACKS. IN 2011, THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, AT THE TIME ...

Apr 21, 2015 Structure 231,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR AN UNRELATED ISSUE AND THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR FRAME EXHIBITED CRACKS. IN 2011, THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, AT THE TIME ...

Apr 20, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL); HOWEVER, THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT DONE COMPLETELY. THE DEALER FUSED THE WIRING HARNESS, BUT ONLY INSPECTED THE ABS CONTROL MODULE AND DID NOT...

Apr 20, 2015 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A FOUR INCH CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Apr 20, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 192,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL); HOWEVER, THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT DONE COMPLETELY. THE DEALER FUSED THE WIRING HARNESS, BUT ONLY INSPECTED THE ABS CONTROL MODULE AND DID NOT...

Apr 20, 2015 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A FOUR INCH CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FA...

Apr 14, 2015 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON. BRAKES CONTINUED TO WORK CORRECTLY. SINCE THEN EVERY TIME IT GETS WARM THE LIGHTS COME ON AND STAY ON UNTIL I TURN IGNITION OFF. *TR

Apr 14, 2015 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON. BRAKES CONTINUED TO WORK CORRECTLY. SINCE THEN EVERY TIME IT GETS WARM THE LIGHTS COME ON AND STAY ON UNTIL I TURN IGNITION OFF. *TR

Apr 13, 2015 Unknown Or Other 170,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING I HEARD A LOUD CRACK NOISE AND SEEN SMOKE IN REAR VIEW MIRROR. WHEN I GOT OUT TIRE WAS TILTED COMPLETELY IN THE REAR. COME TO FIND OUT MY REAR AXEL COMPLETELY CRACKED WHILE I WAS DRIVING! CALLED FORD THEY SAID THE RECALL WAS FIXED IN 2011 AND THERE WAS ANOTHER RECALL FIXED IN 2013. SIN...

Apr 13, 2015 Unknown Or Other 170,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING I HEARD A LOUD CRACK NOISE AND SEEN SMOKE IN REAR VIEW MIRROR. WHEN I GOT OUT TIRE WAS TILTED COMPLETELY IN THE REAR. COME TO FIND OUT MY REAR AXEL COMPLETELY CRACKED WHILE I WAS DRIVING! CALLED FORD THEY SAID THE RECALL WAS FIXED IN 2011 AND THERE WAS ANOTHER RECALL FIXED IN 2013. SIN...

Apr 7, 2015 Structure 122,850 mi

VEHICLE ON LIFT FOR OIL CHANGE WHEN MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED THROUGH ON THE DRIVER SIDE JUST ABOVE AND IN FRONT OF THE WHEEL. HE ALSO NOTED THAT A REPAIR BRACKET HAD BEEN INSTALLED AS PART OF THE RECALL ON THE PART OF THE FRAME BEHIND THE WHEEL. HE SAID HE WOULD NOT DRIVE THE C...

Apr 7, 2015 Suspension 122,850 mi

VEHICLE ON LIFT FOR OIL CHANGE WHEN MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED THROUGH ON THE DRIVER SIDE JUST ABOVE AND IN FRONT OF THE WHEEL. HE ALSO NOTED THAT A REPAIR BRACKET HAD BEEN INSTALLED AS PART OF THE RECALL ON THE PART OF THE FRAME BEHIND THE WHEEL. HE SAID HE WOULD NOT DRIVE THE C...

Apr 7, 2015 Structure 122,850 mi

VEHICLE ON LIFT FOR OIL CHANGE WHEN MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED THROUGH ON THE DRIVER SIDE JUST ABOVE AND IN FRONT OF THE WHEEL. HE ALSO NOTED THAT A REPAIR BRACKET HAD BEEN INSTALLED AS PART OF THE RECALL ON THE PART OF THE FRAME BEHIND THE WHEEL. HE SAID HE WOULD NOT DRIVE THE C...

Apr 7, 2015 Suspension 122,850 mi

VEHICLE ON LIFT FOR OIL CHANGE WHEN MECHANIC NOTED THAT THE SUB-FRAME WAS ROTTED THROUGH ON THE DRIVER SIDE JUST ABOVE AND IN FRONT OF THE WHEEL. HE ALSO NOTED THAT A REPAIR BRACKET HAD BEEN INSTALLED AS PART OF THE RECALL ON THE PART OF THE FRAME BEHIND THE WHEEL. HE SAID HE WOULD NOT DRIVE THE C...

Apr 6, 2015 Service Brakes Crash 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH THE VEHICLE INTO A DEER. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS WERE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINA...

Apr 6, 2015 Service Brakes

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ON CONSISTENTLY FOR THE LAST 3 TO 4 YEARS. BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Apr 6, 2015 Service Brakes Crash 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH THE VEHICLE INTO A DEER. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS WERE CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINA...

Apr 6, 2015 Service Brakes

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ON CONSISTENTLY FOR THE LAST 3 TO 4 YEARS. BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Apr 1, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), THE FAILURE LISTED IN THE RECALL RECURRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DEALER ONLY SPRAYED A RUST PROOF COATING ON THE VEHICLE ALTHOUGH, THE RECALL STATED THAT THE DEALE...

Apr 1, 2015 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), THE FAILURE LISTED IN THE RECALL RECURRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DEALER ONLY SPRAYED A RUST PROOF COATING ON THE VEHICLE ALTHOUGH, THE RECALL STATED THAT THE DEALE...

Mar 31, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL MANUALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFA...

Mar 31, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL MANUALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFA...

Mar 29, 2015 Service Brakes

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I PURCHASED. THE MILEAGE IS 081206.3. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND THE SLIDING DOORS ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VAN. THE DOORS ON THE SIDES AND BACK ARE VERY HARD TO OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE AS WELL. THE...

Mar 29, 2015 Seat Belts

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I PURCHASED. THE MILEAGE IS 081206.3. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND THE SLIDING DOORS ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VAN. THE DOORS ON THE SIDES AND BACK ARE VERY HARD TO OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE AS WELL. THE...

Mar 29, 2015 Service Brakes

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I PURCHASED. THE MILEAGE IS 081206.3. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND THE SLIDING DOORS ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VAN. THE DOORS ON THE SIDES AND BACK ARE VERY HARD TO OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE AS WELL. THE...

Mar 29, 2015 Seat Belts

I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I PURCHASED. THE MILEAGE IS 081206.3. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND THE SLIDING DOORS ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VAN. THE DOORS ON THE SIDES AND BACK ARE VERY HARD TO OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE AS WELL. THE...

Mar 28, 2015 Engine 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Electrical System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Power Train 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 28, 2015 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 28, 2015 Seat Belts 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 28, 2015 Engine 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Electrical System 90,000 mi

PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND YET WE ARE BEING TOLD THAT WE HAVE TO EAT THE FINANCIAL BILLS INSTEAD OF FORD. FROM SENSORS FAILING, TO INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHING AT US, AND THE VEHICLE SPUTTERING WHILE WE DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD. FORD KNOWS THAT THE 1999- 2003 WINDSTAR HAV...

Mar 28, 2015 Power Train 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 28, 2015 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 28, 2015 Seat Belts 175,000 mi

AFTER LOOKING UP ALL OF THE SERVICE REPORTS ON THIS VEHICLE, I AM BEGINNING TO RECOGNIZE THAT FORD HAS SOME EXPLAINING TO DO. WE HAVE A LARGE AMOUNT OF SERVICE REPORTS ON OUR VEHICLE ALONE THAT OUR DEALERSHIP IS NOT REPORTING. WE HAVE PAID MORE FOR SERVICE REPAIRS THAN WE DID PAYING FOR THE VEHICLE....

Mar 26, 2015 Service Brakes 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 26, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 26, 2015 Electrical System 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 26, 2015 Service Brakes 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 26, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 26, 2015 Electrical System 143,216 mi

DASH ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER, RPM GAGE JUMPS BACK AND FORWARD, CRUISE CONTROL ACCELERATES, PASSENGER WINDOW AND REAR SIDE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. *TR

Mar 23, 2015 Power Train 106,000 mi

REAR AXLE RECALL WAS INSPECTED IN 2/17/2011 BY THE DEALER AND WAS NOTED NO CRACKS AND JUST PUT SOME BRACKETS. TODAY 3/23/2015 WENT FOR A STATE INSPECTION TO THE SAME DEALER AND FAILED DUE TO CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE(THAT WAS ONCE RECALLED). NOW DEALER/FORD STATES THAT THE RECALL WAS ONCE MANAGED, AND...

Mar 23, 2015 Structure 106,000 mi

REAR AXLE RECALL WAS INSPECTED IN 2/17/2011 BY THE DEALER AND WAS NOTED NO CRACKS AND JUST PUT SOME BRACKETS. TODAY 3/23/2015 WENT FOR A STATE INSPECTION TO THE SAME DEALER AND FAILED DUE TO CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE(THAT WAS ONCE RECALLED). NOW DEALER/FORD STATES THAT THE RECALL WAS ONCE MANAGED, AND...

Mar 23, 2015 Power Train 106,000 mi

REAR AXLE RECALL WAS INSPECTED IN 2/17/2011 BY THE DEALER AND WAS NOTED NO CRACKS AND JUST PUT SOME BRACKETS. TODAY 3/23/2015 WENT FOR A STATE INSPECTION TO THE SAME DEALER AND FAILED DUE TO CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE(THAT WAS ONCE RECALLED). NOW DEALER/FORD STATES THAT THE RECALL WAS ONCE MANAGED, AND...

Mar 23, 2015 Structure 106,000 mi

REAR AXLE RECALL WAS INSPECTED IN 2/17/2011 BY THE DEALER AND WAS NOTED NO CRACKS AND JUST PUT SOME BRACKETS. TODAY 3/23/2015 WENT FOR A STATE INSPECTION TO THE SAME DEALER AND FAILED DUE TO CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE(THAT WAS ONCE RECALLED). NOW DEALER/FORD STATES THAT THE RECALL WAS ONCE MANAGED, AND...

Mar 17, 2015 Suspension 159,000 mi

TOOK MY WINDSTAR TO MY MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. REAR AXLE CRACKED.. CONTACTED FORD,SINCE IN 2011 REAR AXLE "PATCHES"(THEIR TERMINOLOGY) WERE INSTALLED AFTER RECALL FORD HAD ME TOW VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER. DEALER ATTEMPTED TO HAVE FORD REOPEN RECALL THEY REFUSED AFTER MANY CALLS THEY SAID TH...

Mar 17, 2015 Suspension 159,000 mi

TOOK MY WINDSTAR TO MY MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. REAR AXLE CRACKED.. CONTACTED FORD,SINCE IN 2011 REAR AXLE "PATCHES"(THEIR TERMINOLOGY) WERE INSTALLED AFTER RECALL FORD HAD ME TOW VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER. DEALER ATTEMPTED TO HAVE FORD REOPEN RECALL THEY REFUSED AFTER MANY CALLS THEY SAID TH...

Mar 16, 2015 Suspension 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, A LOUD CRACK EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE RECALL RE...

Mar 16, 2015 Suspension 92,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, A LOUD CRACK EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE RECALL RE...

Mar 12, 2015 Suspension 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE PRESENT AND THE CONTACT SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MERGED OVER TO AN EMERGENCY LANE AND PERFORMED A BRIEF INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS...

Mar 12, 2015 Suspension 126,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE PRESENT AND THE CONTACT SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MERGED OVER TO AN EMERGENCY LANE AND PERFORMED A BRIEF INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS...

Mar 2, 2015 Suspension 194,853 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE FAILURE AFTER LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP INSTALLED BRACKETS . IN AUGUST OF 2013, WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF OF A 45 MPH ROAD, MY AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. ON 4.19.2011 MY 2004 FORD WINDSTAR. HAD RECALL, 10S13, PERFORMED WHICH ONLY RESULTED IN BRACING...

Mar 2, 2015 Suspension 194,853 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE FAILURE AFTER LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP INSTALLED BRACKETS . IN AUGUST OF 2013, WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN OFF OF A 45 MPH ROAD, MY AXLE SNAPPED IN HALF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. ON 4.19.2011 MY 2004 FORD WINDSTAR. HAD RECALL, 10S13, PERFORMED WHICH ONLY RESULTED IN BRACING...

Feb 23, 2015 Electrical System 200,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS, ODOMETER AND SLIDING DOORS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICI...

Feb 23, 2015 Electrical System 200,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERIOR LIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS, ODOMETER AND SLIDING DOORS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. ALSO, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICI...

Feb 22, 2015 Structure 125,000 mi

THE FRAME CRACKED ON THE REAR FRAME UNDERNEATH THE BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE BRACKET DIDN'T HOLD. *TR

Feb 22, 2015 Suspension 125,000 mi

THE FRAME CRACKED ON THE REAR FRAME UNDERNEATH THE BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE BRACKET DIDN'T HOLD. *TR

Feb 22, 2015 Structure 125,000 mi

THE FRAME CRACKED ON THE REAR FRAME UNDERNEATH THE BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE BRACKET DIDN'T HOLD. *TR

Feb 22, 2015 Suspension 125,000 mi

THE FRAME CRACKED ON THE REAR FRAME UNDERNEATH THE BRACKET THAT WAS PUT ON FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE BRACKET DIDN'T HOLD. *TR

Feb 4, 2015 Electrical System 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Feb 4, 2015 Service Brakes 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Feb 4, 2015 Exterior Lighting 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Feb 4, 2015 Electrical System 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Feb 4, 2015 Service Brakes 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Feb 4, 2015 Exterior Lighting 113,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. ALSO, BRAKE (E-BRAKE) LIGHT COMES ON, INTERIOR LIGHTS OCCASIONALLY FLASH, ALL RUNNING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT (REALLY BAD WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT NIGHT), AND LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL (RADIO, LIGHTS, HEATER FAN, DASH ILLUMINATION, H...

Jan 29, 2015 Wheels 139,900 mi

SIDEWALL SPLIT ON BRIDGESTONE INSIGNIA SE 200, SIZE 215X70R15, DOT # WBM3 E20 0210. MILEAGE ON TIRE 39K, STILL GOOD TREAD DEPTH. I STILL HAVE TIRE IF ANY AGENCY WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT. DIDN'T TAKE IT BACK TO BRIDGESTONE B/C FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THEY WOULD DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Tires 139,900 mi

SIDEWALL SPLIT ON BRIDGESTONE INSIGNIA SE 200, SIZE 215X70R15, DOT # WBM3 E20 0210. MILEAGE ON TIRE 39K, STILL GOOD TREAD DEPTH. I STILL HAVE TIRE IF ANY AGENCY WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT. DIDN'T TAKE IT BACK TO BRIDGESTONE B/C FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THEY WOULD DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Power Train 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A POTHOLE ON THE ROAD, WHICH WAS DRIVEN OVER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL FRACTURED AND WAS DETACHED FROM THE AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

Jan 29, 2015 Wheels 139,900 mi

SIDEWALL SPLIT ON BRIDGESTONE INSIGNIA SE 200, SIZE 215X70R15, DOT # WBM3 E20 0210. MILEAGE ON TIRE 39K, STILL GOOD TREAD DEPTH. I STILL HAVE TIRE IF ANY AGENCY WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT. DIDN'T TAKE IT BACK TO BRIDGESTONE B/C FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THEY WOULD DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Tires 139,900 mi

SIDEWALL SPLIT ON BRIDGESTONE INSIGNIA SE 200, SIZE 215X70R15, DOT # WBM3 E20 0210. MILEAGE ON TIRE 39K, STILL GOOD TREAD DEPTH. I STILL HAVE TIRE IF ANY AGENCY WOULD LIKE TO INSPECT. DIDN'T TAKE IT BACK TO BRIDGESTONE B/C FROM WHAT I HAVE READ, THEY WOULD DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. *TR

Jan 29, 2015 Power Train 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A POTHOLE ON THE ROAD, WHICH WAS DRIVEN OVER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL FRACTURED AND WAS DETACHED FROM THE AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MEC...

Jan 26, 2015 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLES REAR AXLE SNAPPED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED AND ALL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, ...

Jan 26, 2015 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLES REAR AXLE SNAPPED CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED AND ALL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, ...

Jan 25, 2015 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMEDIATELY. WHEN I TURN THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON, IT IS OFF, BUT THEN OUT OF NOWHERE, THEY COME BACK ON AND IT SEEMS IT IS A SOLDERING ISSUE WITH SOME MODULE. *TR

Jan 25, 2015 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMEDIATELY. WHEN I TURN THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON, IT IS OFF, BUT THEN OUT OF NOWHERE, THEY COME BACK ON AND IT SEEMS IT IS A SOLDERING ISSUE WITH SOME MODULE. *TR

Jan 24, 2015 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHILE DRIVING AT ANY KNOWN SPEED. USUALLY OCCURS AFTER THE VEHICLES HAS WARMED UP. THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AFTER THE CAR HAS COOLED DOWN AND IS RESTARTED. BUT WILL USUALLY COME BACK ON AFTER SOME EXTENDED USE. THERE ARE NO KNOWN FIXES BY THE EVERYDAY USER. *...

Jan 24, 2015 Service Brakes

I HAVE RANDOM OCCURRENCES OF THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TURNING ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE I PURCHASED IT AROUND 2009. THEY ARE OFTEN OFF WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR, BUT THEN TURN ON WHILE I AM DRIVING. THE TWO LIGHTS ALWAYS TURN ON SIMULTANEOUSLY. THOUGH ONLY THE ABS IS DISABLED WHEN THIS PRO...

Jan 24, 2015 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHILE DRIVING AT ANY KNOWN SPEED. USUALLY OCCURS AFTER THE VEHICLES HAS WARMED UP. THE LIGHTS WILL GO OUT AFTER THE CAR HAS COOLED DOWN AND IS RESTARTED. BUT WILL USUALLY COME BACK ON AFTER SOME EXTENDED USE. THERE ARE NO KNOWN FIXES BY THE EVERYDAY USER. *...

Jan 24, 2015 Service Brakes

I HAVE RANDOM OCCURRENCES OF THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TURNING ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SINCE I PURCHASED IT AROUND 2009. THEY ARE OFTEN OFF WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR, BUT THEN TURN ON WHILE I AM DRIVING. THE TWO LIGHTS ALWAYS TURN ON SIMULTANEOUSLY. THOUGH ONLY THE ABS IS DISABLED WHEN THIS PRO...

Jan 20, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2-3 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE SHAFT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INDEPENDEN...

Jan 20, 2015 Suspension 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED. ADDITIONALLY, THE ABS, BRAKES AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE RE...

Jan 20, 2015 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 2-3 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE SHAFT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE INDEPENDEN...

Jan 20, 2015 Suspension 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED. ADDITIONALLY, THE ABS, BRAKES AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE RE...

Jan 5, 2015 Power Train 129,381 mi

MY SPOUSE WAS DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HOME FROM CHURCH AND WHILE TURNING RIGHT ONTO OUR STREET THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, NO LONGER POWERING THE VEHICLE. SHE COASTED TO A STOP IN FRONT OF OUR HOME. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A LOCAL TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC THAT T...

Jan 5, 2015 Power Train 129,381 mi

MY SPOUSE WAS DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HOME FROM CHURCH AND WHILE TURNING RIGHT ONTO OUR STREET THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, NO LONGER POWERING THE VEHICLE. SHE COASTED TO A STOP IN FRONT OF OUR HOME. I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A LOCAL TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP AND WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC THAT T...

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes 98,500 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND OFF. IT FINALLY JUST STAYED ON. THEN THE CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REPLACED THE MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE SENSOR AND HARNESS WITH A DIFFERENT UPGRADED PARTS OBTAINED FROM FORD. IT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM, BUT NOW THE PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. THE ABS AND BRAKE...

Jan 2, 2015 Steering Crash 62,000 mi

STEERING COLUMN LOCKED UP WHILE TRAVELING 50MPH. *TR

Jan 2, 2015 Service Brakes 98,500 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND OFF. IT FINALLY JUST STAYED ON. THEN THE CRUISE CONTROL STOPPED WORKING. I REPLACED THE MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE SENSOR AND HARNESS WITH A DIFFERENT UPGRADED PARTS OBTAINED FROM FORD. IT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM, BUT NOW THE PROBLEM HAS RETURNED. THE ABS AND BRAKE...

Jan 2, 2015 Steering Crash 62,000 mi

STEERING COLUMN LOCKED UP WHILE TRAVELING 50MPH. *TR

Dec 31, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE BECAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ATTACHED AND THE AXLES WERE NOT...

Dec 31, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE BECAME FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE ATTACHED AND THE AXLES WERE NOT...

Dec 30, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Dec 30, 2014 Air Bags 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Dec 30, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Dec 30, 2014 Air Bags 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO COME TO A STOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT TH...

Dec 21, 2014 Service Brakes 107,000 mi

MY VANS BRAKES STARTED ACTING FUNNY WHEN I CAME UP TO A STOP. THE ABS SYSTEM IS ACTING AS IF THE VAN IS GOING INTO A SKID AND ACTIVATING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. IT CAUSES IMPROPER BRAKING DISTANCE WHICH HAS ALMOST LED TO AN ACCIDENT. AFTER OPERATING FOR AWHILE THE WARNING LIGHTS GO ON IN THE DAS...

Dec 21, 2014 Electrical System 107,000 mi

MY VANS BRAKES STARTED ACTING FUNNY WHEN I CAME UP TO A STOP. THE ABS SYSTEM IS ACTING AS IF THE VAN IS GOING INTO A SKID AND ACTIVATING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. IT CAUSES IMPROPER BRAKING DISTANCE WHICH HAS ALMOST LED TO AN ACCIDENT. AFTER OPERATING FOR AWHILE THE WARNING LIGHTS GO ON IN THE DAS...

Dec 21, 2014 Service Brakes 107,000 mi

MY VANS BRAKES STARTED ACTING FUNNY WHEN I CAME UP TO A STOP. THE ABS SYSTEM IS ACTING AS IF THE VAN IS GOING INTO A SKID AND ACTIVATING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. IT CAUSES IMPROPER BRAKING DISTANCE WHICH HAS ALMOST LED TO AN ACCIDENT. AFTER OPERATING FOR AWHILE THE WARNING LIGHTS GO ON IN THE DAS...

Dec 21, 2014 Electrical System 107,000 mi

MY VANS BRAKES STARTED ACTING FUNNY WHEN I CAME UP TO A STOP. THE ABS SYSTEM IS ACTING AS IF THE VAN IS GOING INTO A SKID AND ACTIVATING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. IT CAUSES IMPROPER BRAKING DISTANCE WHICH HAS ALMOST LED TO AN ACCIDENT. AFTER OPERATING FOR AWHILE THE WARNING LIGHTS GO ON IN THE DAS...

Dec 17, 2014 Service Brakes 136,463 mi

ADD TO SAFETY COMPLAINT 106 649 11.... THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT PROBLEMS 'STARTED AFTER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH RECALL WAS DONE' (RECALL ID # 67506) AT THE FORD DEALER IN CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. *TR

Dec 17, 2014 Air Bags 136,463 mi

ADD TO SAFETY COMPLAINT 106 649 11.... THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT PROBLEMS 'STARTED AFTER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH RECALL WAS DONE' (RECALL ID # 67506) AT THE FORD DEALER IN CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. *TR

Dec 17, 2014 Service Brakes 136,463 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DAILY. YELLOW AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON WEEKLY. TOOK TO FORD DEALER 10/1/11, FOUND CODES C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1246, 1250, 1248, 1214, 1210, B1869, B1470, U1262, B1676, B1246. INTERNAL MODULE FAILURE, RECOMMEND REPLACING ECU (VERBALLY QUOTED $1,000 OVER T...

Dec 17, 2014 Air Bags 136,463 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DAILY. YELLOW AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON WEEKLY. TOOK TO FORD DEALER 10/1/11, FOUND CODES C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1246, 1250, 1248, 1214, 1210, B1869, B1470, U1262, B1676, B1246. INTERNAL MODULE FAILURE, RECOMMEND REPLACING ECU (VERBALLY QUOTED $1,000 OVER T...

Dec 17, 2014 Service Brakes 136,463 mi

ADD TO SAFETY COMPLAINT 106 649 11.... THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT PROBLEMS 'STARTED AFTER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH RECALL WAS DONE' (RECALL ID # 67506) AT THE FORD DEALER IN CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. *TR

Dec 17, 2014 Air Bags 136,463 mi

ADD TO SAFETY COMPLAINT 106 649 11.... THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT PROBLEMS 'STARTED AFTER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH RECALL WAS DONE' (RECALL ID # 67506) AT THE FORD DEALER IN CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. *TR

Dec 17, 2014 Service Brakes 136,463 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DAILY. YELLOW AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON WEEKLY. TOOK TO FORD DEALER 10/1/11, FOUND CODES C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1246, 1250, 1248, 1214, 1210, B1869, B1470, U1262, B1676, B1246. INTERNAL MODULE FAILURE, RECOMMEND REPLACING ECU (VERBALLY QUOTED $1,000 OVER T...

Dec 17, 2014 Air Bags 136,463 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DAILY. YELLOW AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON WEEKLY. TOOK TO FORD DEALER 10/1/11, FOUND CODES C1185, 1198, 1194, 1254, 1246, 1250, 1248, 1214, 1210, B1869, B1470, U1262, B1676, B1246. INTERNAL MODULE FAILURE, RECOMMEND REPLACING ECU (VERBALLY QUOTED $1,000 OVER T...

Dec 16, 2014 Suspension Crash 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO I...

Dec 16, 2014 Air Bags Crash 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO I...

Dec 16, 2014 Suspension Crash 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO I...

Dec 16, 2014 Air Bags Crash 158,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE REAR AXLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRACTURED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO I...

Dec 9, 2014 Suspension 187,750 mi

DRIVING HOME AT ABOUT 20 MPH AND SUDDENLY THE LEFT REAR END OF THE VAN COLLAPSE ONTO THE TIRE. I LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MONETARILY, MYSELF AND MY THREE CHILDREN WERE VERY SHAKEN UP BY THE EXPERIENCE. THANK GOD WE WERE NOT DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY OR THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY BAD ACCIDENT. THE...

Dec 9, 2014 Suspension 187,750 mi

DRIVING HOME AT ABOUT 20 MPH AND SUDDENLY THE LEFT REAR END OF THE VAN COLLAPSE ONTO THE TIRE. I LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE MONETARILY, MYSELF AND MY THREE CHILDREN WERE VERY SHAKEN UP BY THE EXPERIENCE. THANK GOD WE WERE NOT DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY OR THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY BAD ACCIDENT. THE...

Nov 28, 2014 Electrical System 241,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN FIVE MINUTES OF DRIVING.NOW THE O/D OFF LIGHT IS FLASHING ON DASH. *TR

Nov 28, 2014 Electrical System 241,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN FIVE MINUTES OF DRIVING.NOW THE O/D OFF LIGHT IS FLASHING ON DASH. *TR

Nov 22, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON, AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF. I'VE HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED, AND THEY ARE FINE. WE CHANGED THE MODULE, WHICH WE WERE TOLD WAS THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN'T SOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN THE W...

Nov 22, 2014 Electrical System 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON, AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF. I'VE HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED, AND THEY ARE FINE. WE CHANGED THE MODULE, WHICH WE WERE TOLD WAS THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN'T SOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN THE W...

Nov 22, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON, AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF. I'VE HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED, AND THEY ARE FINE. WE CHANGED THE MODULE, WHICH WE WERE TOLD WAS THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN'T SOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN THE W...

Nov 22, 2014 Electrical System 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON, AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF. I'VE HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED, AND THEY ARE FINE. WE CHANGED THE MODULE, WHICH WE WERE TOLD WAS THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN'T SOLVE THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN THE W...

Nov 20, 2014 Electrical System Crash 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. NO RHYME OR REASON BUT MAKE US FEEL UNSAFE. HAVE TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY CAN FIND NOTHING WRONG WITH ABS OR BRAKES. CAR ONLY HAS 56000 MILES ON IT NOW AND WE CAN'T TRADE IT OR SELL IT BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. INTERNET RESEARCH SHOWS...

Nov 20, 2014 Electrical System Crash 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. NO RHYME OR REASON BUT MAKE US FEEL UNSAFE. HAVE TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY CAN FIND NOTHING WRONG WITH ABS OR BRAKES. CAR ONLY HAS 56000 MILES ON IT NOW AND WE CAN'T TRADE IT OR SELL IT BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. INTERNET RESEARCH SHOWS...

Nov 18, 2014 Service Brakes 125,342 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYS ON, NO ABS WORKING. ABS LIGHT AND DTC C1185. *TR

Nov 18, 2014 Suspension 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 18, 2014 Steering 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 18, 2014 Unknown Or Other 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 18, 2014 Service Brakes 125,342 mi

ABS DASH LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYS ON, NO ABS WORKING. ABS LIGHT AND DTC C1185. *TR

Nov 18, 2014 Suspension 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 18, 2014 Steering 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 18, 2014 Unknown Or Other 200,000 mi

ON THIS DATE, I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT SPEED WHEN THE SUB FRAME FAILED. THIS CAUSED THE STEERING TO DROP OUT, LEAVING ME WITH NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NARROWLY MISSED AN 18 WHEELER DOING A TURN AND GOT STOPPED. FORD HAD MY VEHICLE FOR OVER 2 WEEKS, AND DIDN'T PROVIDE A RENTAL VEHICLE FOR 10 D...

Nov 11, 2014 Suspension 161,527 mi

PER RECALL 10V385000 / PE10016 MY 2003 WINDSTAR WAS REPAIRED WITH THE AXLE PATCH IN 2011. ON 11/07/14 MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP (DAVE KNAPP FORD) FOUND THAT THE RECALL FIX DID NOT PREVENT THE AXLE FROM CRACKING. ON 11/10/14 PHOTO'S OF THE CRACK WERE SENT TO FORD AND THEY DENIED COVERAGE. I ATTEMPTED ...

Nov 11, 2014 Suspension 161,527 mi

PER RECALL 10V385000 / PE10016 MY 2003 WINDSTAR WAS REPAIRED WITH THE AXLE PATCH IN 2011. ON 11/07/14 MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP (DAVE KNAPP FORD) FOUND THAT THE RECALL FIX DID NOT PREVENT THE AXLE FROM CRACKING. ON 11/10/14 PHOTO'S OF THE CRACK WERE SENT TO FORD AND THEY DENIED COVERAGE. I ATTEMPTED ...

Nov 9, 2014 Suspension 165,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD ALL OF A SUDDEN WHEELS START SCREAMIN GET IT HOME AND BOTH BACK WHEELS ARE LEANING IN AT TOP AND OUT AT BOTTOM SO I GET WHEELS OFF AND ITS JACKED UP AND THE DAGON AXEL IS CRACKED AND THIS IS EVEN AFTER THE SUPPOSED REAR AXEL RECALL AND IT BEING FIXED IT FREAKIN BROKE NE WAYS NOT SU...

Nov 9, 2014 Suspension 165,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN ROAD ALL OF A SUDDEN WHEELS START SCREAMIN GET IT HOME AND BOTH BACK WHEELS ARE LEANING IN AT TOP AND OUT AT BOTTOM SO I GET WHEELS OFF AND ITS JACKED UP AND THE DAGON AXEL IS CRACKED AND THIS IS EVEN AFTER THE SUPPOSED REAR AXEL RECALL AND IT BEING FIXED IT FREAKIN BROKE NE WAYS NOT SU...

Nov 8, 2014 Power Train

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR FORD MINI VAN. ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO THEY PUT A PATCH FIX ON THE REAR AXLE THAT WAS SO WHEN THE AXLE BREAKS INSTEAD OF THE WHEELS SEPARATING IT HOLDS IT TOGETHER. WELL RECENTLY I WAS ON MY WAY TO A MAJOR HIGHWAY I THOUGHT MY BRAKES LOCKED UP, BUT IN ACTUALITY THE PATCH FIX ...

Nov 8, 2014 Structure

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR FORD MINI VAN. ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO THEY PUT A PATCH FIX ON THE REAR AXLE THAT WAS SO WHEN THE AXLE BREAKS INSTEAD OF THE WHEELS SEPARATING IT HOLDS IT TOGETHER. WELL RECENTLY I WAS ON MY WAY TO A MAJOR HIGHWAY I THOUGHT MY BRAKES LOCKED UP, BUT IN ACTUALITY THE PATCH FIX ...

Nov 8, 2014 Power Train Crash 198,897 mi

I WAS ON A 65 MPH HIGHWAY AND HAD TO STOP FOR A STOPLIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I PUT IN 2 THEN 1 AND THEN REVERSE AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I HAD PUT MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AS I WAS AFRAID OF BEING AT A GREEN LIGHT AND GETTING REAR ENDED WITH THE O...

Nov 8, 2014 Power Train

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR FORD MINI VAN. ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO THEY PUT A PATCH FIX ON THE REAR AXLE THAT WAS SO WHEN THE AXLE BREAKS INSTEAD OF THE WHEELS SEPARATING IT HOLDS IT TOGETHER. WELL RECENTLY I WAS ON MY WAY TO A MAJOR HIGHWAY I THOUGHT MY BRAKES LOCKED UP, BUT IN ACTUALITY THE PATCH FIX ...

Nov 8, 2014 Structure

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR FORD MINI VAN. ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS AGO THEY PUT A PATCH FIX ON THE REAR AXLE THAT WAS SO WHEN THE AXLE BREAKS INSTEAD OF THE WHEELS SEPARATING IT HOLDS IT TOGETHER. WELL RECENTLY I WAS ON MY WAY TO A MAJOR HIGHWAY I THOUGHT MY BRAKES LOCKED UP, BUT IN ACTUALITY THE PATCH FIX ...

Nov 8, 2014 Power Train Crash 198,897 mi

I WAS ON A 65 MPH HIGHWAY AND HAD TO STOP FOR A STOPLIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I PUT IN 2 THEN 1 AND THEN REVERSE AND NOTHING HAPPENED. I HAD PUT MY HAZARD LIGHTS ON AS I WAS AFRAID OF BEING AT A GREEN LIGHT AND GETTING REAR ENDED WITH THE O...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKES LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS AND SHOES. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHIC...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKES LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS AND SHOES. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHIC...

Nov 5, 2014 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 5, 2014 Electrical System 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 5, 2014 Power Train 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 5, 2014 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 5, 2014 Electrical System 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 5, 2014 Power Train 118,000 mi

A FEW DAYS AFTER BUYING THE VAN THE ABS LIGHT STARTED COMING ON, IT GOES ON AND OFF. MY INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE FLASHED ON AND OFF, MY PASSENGER WINDOW NO LONGER WORKS! AND THE GEAR SHIFTER IS LOOSE AND SOMETIMES HARD TO GET INTO PARK. *TR

Nov 3, 2014 Electrical System

DANCING GAUGE NEEDLES. *TR

Nov 3, 2014 Electrical System

DANCING GAUGE NEEDLES. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 72,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND NOW ARE ON ALL THE TIME. THIS VEHICLE LATER WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH DUE TO CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH LEAKING OUT MOST OF BRAKE FLUID. FORD REPLACED THE SWITCH AND FIXED THE BRAKES BUT WANTS $2000 PLUS TO REPLACE THE ABS/HCU. *TR

Nov 1, 2014 Service Brakes Crash 72,000 mi

ABS LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND NOW ARE ON ALL THE TIME. THIS VEHICLE LATER WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH DUE TO CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH LEAKING OUT MOST OF BRAKE FLUID. FORD REPLACED THE SWITCH AND FIXED THE BRAKES BUT WANTS $2000 PLUS TO REPLACE THE ABS/HCU. *TR

Oct 29, 2014 Suspension 126,975 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CRACKED AND SPLIT ABOUT 10 INCHES FROM WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE WHEEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VAN. WHILE LOOKING INTO HOW MUCH IT WOULD COST TO FIX, I DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THAT EXACT PROBLEM. I CALLED MY LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WOULD...

Oct 29, 2014 Electrical System 129,000 mi

WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN FROM A DEAD STOP WHEN ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING CUT OUT DURING THE TURN. ALL OF THE DASH BOARD ALERT LIGHTS (BRAKE, ABS) COMES ON AND OFF ALL THE TIME. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO 3 DEALER SHIPS AND COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. VEHICLE STILL CUTS OUT AND ALMOST CAUSES AN ACCIDENT ...

Oct 29, 2014 Suspension 126,975 mi

THE REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CRACKED AND SPLIT ABOUT 10 INCHES FROM WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE WHEEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VAN. WHILE LOOKING INTO HOW MUCH IT WOULD COST TO FIX, I DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THAT EXACT PROBLEM. I CALLED MY LOCAL FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WOULD...

Oct 29, 2014 Electrical System 129,000 mi

WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN FROM A DEAD STOP WHEN ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING CUT OUT DURING THE TURN. ALL OF THE DASH BOARD ALERT LIGHTS (BRAKE, ABS) COMES ON AND OFF ALL THE TIME. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO 3 DEALER SHIPS AND COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. VEHICLE STILL CUTS OUT AND ALMOST CAUSES AN ACCIDENT ...

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 92,000 mi

MY BRAKE WARNING AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND THEY ARE OFF I DRIVE LATER THEY COME BACK ON , MY BRAKES WORK FINE THE FLUID IS FULL. *TR

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 175,019 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON, AND STAYED ON UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED. THE LIGHTS ARE OFF UNTIL DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE, WHEN THEY WILL BOTH COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. MY MECHANIC CLAIMS THAT ALL SENSORS ARE GOOD, AND THAT THE ABS CONTROL UNIT IS DEFECTIV...

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 137,000 mi

APRIL, NOTICED THAT CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING 100% OF TIME - NOT ENGAGING AND NOT DISENGAGING!! OPTED NOT TO USE IT ANYMORE. JULY, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AND DIDN'T SHUT OFF WHILE IN HOME GARAGE. SHUT VAN OFF, RESTARTED IT, LIGHTS OFF. AUGUST, LIGHTS SEEM TO BE COMING ON WITH MORE FREQUENCY....

Oct 26, 2014 Power Train 137,000 mi

APRIL, NOTICED THAT CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING 100% OF TIME - NOT ENGAGING AND NOT DISENGAGING!! OPTED NOT TO USE IT ANYMORE. JULY, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AND DIDN'T SHUT OFF WHILE IN HOME GARAGE. SHUT VAN OFF, RESTARTED IT, LIGHTS OFF. AUGUST, LIGHTS SEEM TO BE COMING ON WITH MORE FREQUENCY....

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 92,000 mi

MY BRAKE WARNING AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND THEY ARE OFF I DRIVE LATER THEY COME BACK ON , MY BRAKES WORK FINE THE FLUID IS FULL. *TR

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 175,019 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON, AND STAYED ON UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED. THE LIGHTS ARE OFF UNTIL DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE, WHEN THEY WILL BOTH COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. MY MECHANIC CLAIMS THAT ALL SENSORS ARE GOOD, AND THAT THE ABS CONTROL UNIT IS DEFECTIV...

Oct 26, 2014 Service Brakes 137,000 mi

APRIL, NOTICED THAT CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING 100% OF TIME - NOT ENGAGING AND NOT DISENGAGING!! OPTED NOT TO USE IT ANYMORE. JULY, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AND DIDN'T SHUT OFF WHILE IN HOME GARAGE. SHUT VAN OFF, RESTARTED IT, LIGHTS OFF. AUGUST, LIGHTS SEEM TO BE COMING ON WITH MORE FREQUENCY....

Oct 26, 2014 Power Train 137,000 mi

APRIL, NOTICED THAT CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING 100% OF TIME - NOT ENGAGING AND NOT DISENGAGING!! OPTED NOT TO USE IT ANYMORE. JULY, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AND DIDN'T SHUT OFF WHILE IN HOME GARAGE. SHUT VAN OFF, RESTARTED IT, LIGHTS OFF. AUGUST, LIGHTS SEEM TO BE COMING ON WITH MORE FREQUENCY....

Oct 24, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AND THE VE...

Oct 24, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS AND DARK BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING THEN RESET THEMSELVES WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, THEN COME ON AGAIN WHILE DRIVING ONCE VEHICLE WARMS UP. *TR

Oct 24, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AND THE VE...

Oct 24, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS AND DARK BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING THEN RESET THEMSELVES WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, THEN COME ON AGAIN WHILE DRIVING ONCE VEHICLE WARMS UP. *TR

Oct 23, 2014 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT STAYS ON NO MATTER WHAT I DO. *TR

Oct 23, 2014 Service Brakes

THE ABS LIGHT STAYS ON NO MATTER WHAT I DO. *TR

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 163,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. *TR

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 163,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON. *TR

Oct 17, 2014 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

A DASH INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON THAT SAID, "CHECK YOUR TRACTION CONTROL." AT THE SAME TIME THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. *TR

Oct 17, 2014 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

A DASH INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON THAT SAID, "CHECK YOUR TRACTION CONTROL." AT THE SAME TIME THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. *TR

Oct 14, 2014 Service Brakes 116,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE ON CONSTANTLY. BRAKES (ROTORS, PADS AND CALIPERS) HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *TR

Oct 14, 2014 Service Brakes 116,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE ON CONSTANTLY. BRAKES (ROTORS, PADS AND CALIPERS) HAVE BEEN REPLACED. *TR

Oct 13, 2014 Air Bags Crash 146,000 mi

DRIVING EAST BOUND AT 35 MPH WHEN A VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD A DIRECT HIT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. I HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WITH MY CHEST. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME BACK AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *TR

Oct 13, 2014 Seat Belts Crash 146,000 mi

DRIVING EAST BOUND AT 35 MPH WHEN A VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD A DIRECT HIT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. I HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WITH MY CHEST. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME BACK AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *TR

Oct 13, 2014 Air Bags Crash 146,000 mi

DRIVING EAST BOUND AT 35 MPH WHEN A VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD A DIRECT HIT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. I HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WITH MY CHEST. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME BACK AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *TR

Oct 13, 2014 Seat Belts Crash 146,000 mi

DRIVING EAST BOUND AT 35 MPH WHEN A VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD A DIRECT HIT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. I HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WITH MY CHEST. THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME BACK AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. *TR

Oct 11, 2014 Service Brakes

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS FAILED TO ACTIVATE. ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 11, 2014 Service Brakes

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS FAILED TO ACTIVATE. ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 9, 2014 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS A 'BRAKE LIGHT' AND A 'ABS LIGHT'. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL BOTH COME ON (BUT THE CAR'S BRAKES ARE NOT IMPACTED). AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE TWO LIGHTS WILL GO OUT. FROM WHAT I HAVE READ ON-LINE THIS IS A FAULT IN SOME MODULE. THE BRAKES THEMSELVES A...

Oct 9, 2014 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS A 'BRAKE LIGHT' AND A 'ABS LIGHT'. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL BOTH COME ON (BUT THE CAR'S BRAKES ARE NOT IMPACTED). AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE TWO LIGHTS WILL GO OUT. FROM WHAT I HAVE READ ON-LINE THIS IS A FAULT IN SOME MODULE. THE BRAKES THEMSELVES A...

Oct 8, 2014 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Oct 8, 2014 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO THE STORE AND THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLES WENT CRAZY AND THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON. AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES THE NEEDLES WENT BACK TO NORMAL AND THE ABS/ BRAKE LIGHTS STAYED ON. WE CHANGES THE SENSORS THAT GO TO ALL 4 TIRES AND THE LIGHTS REMAIN ON. *TR

Oct 8, 2014 Electrical System 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO THE STORE AND THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLES WENT CRAZY AND THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON. AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES THE NEEDLES WENT BACK TO NORMAL AND THE ABS/ BRAKE LIGHTS STAYED ON. WE CHANGES THE SENSORS THAT GO TO ALL 4 TIRES AND THE LIGHTS REMAIN ON. *TR

Oct 8, 2014 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM WAS CORRODED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME LOWER CONTROL ARM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Oct 8, 2014 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO THE STORE AND THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLES WENT CRAZY AND THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON. AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES THE NEEDLES WENT BACK TO NORMAL AND THE ABS/ BRAKE LIGHTS STAYED ON. WE CHANGES THE SENSORS THAT GO TO ALL 4 TIRES AND THE LIGHTS REMAIN ON. *TR

Oct 8, 2014 Electrical System 110,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO THE STORE AND THE SPEEDOMETER NEEDLES WENT CRAZY AND THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHTS WENT ON. AFTER A COUPLE OF MINUTES THE NEEDLES WENT BACK TO NORMAL AND THE ABS/ BRAKE LIGHTS STAYED ON. WE CHANGES THE SENSORS THAT GO TO ALL 4 TIRES AND THE LIGHTS REMAIN ON. *TR

Oct 6, 2014 Service Brakes 78,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED LAST YEAR THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS TO BE WORSE WHEN...

Oct 6, 2014 Service Brakes 78,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED LAST YEAR THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS TO BE WORSE WHEN...

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED SEVERAL YEARS AGO THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS...

Oct 5, 2014 Electrical System 96,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED SEVERAL YEARS AGO THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS...

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Electrical System 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Seats 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND STAY ILLUMINATED. INVESTIGATION SHOWS A FAILURE TO THE ECU UNIT CAUSING THE ABS ON MY VEHICLE TO BE INOPERABLE. WHEN I HAVE TO AGGRESSIVELY BRAKE MY FORD WINDSTAR IT PRODUCES A SKID INSTEAD OF A CONTROLLED STOP. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED SEVERAL YEARS AGO THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS...

Oct 5, 2014 Electrical System 96,000 mi

MULTIPLE EPISODES OF THE ABS TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AT THE SAME TIME..IF YOU SHUT OFF ENGINE AND RESTART THE WARNING LIGHTS GO AWAY. STARTED SEVERAL YEARS AGO THRU PRESENT TIME. HAVE HAD VEHICLE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE TRIED TO RESET THE ERROR CODES WITH OUT SUCCESS SEEMS...

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Electrical System 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Seats 120 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. MIDDLE SEAT WON'T GO BACK UP AND THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK HALF THE TIME. *TR

Oct 5, 2014 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND STAY ILLUMINATED. INVESTIGATION SHOWS A FAILURE TO THE ECU UNIT CAUSING THE ABS ON MY VEHICLE TO BE INOPERABLE. WHEN I HAVE TO AGGRESSIVELY BRAKE MY FORD WINDSTAR IT PRODUCES A SKID INSTEAD OF A CONTROLLED STOP. *TR

Oct 1, 2014 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

THE RED BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AS WELL AS THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT. THE LIGHTS TYPICALLY COME ON AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR A FEW MINUTES. THIS AS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR SOME TIME AND HAVE HAD BRAKES SERVICED NUMEROUS TIMES. *TR

Oct 1, 2014 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

THE RED BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, AS WELL AS THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT. THE LIGHTS TYPICALLY COME ON AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR A FEW MINUTES. THIS AS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR SOME TIME AND HAVE HAD BRAKES SERVICED NUMEROUS TIMES. *TR

Sep 29, 2014 Suspension 151,693 mi

HEARD A LOUD CRACK NOISE FROM MY DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, FOUND THE LEFT FRONT STRUTS COIL SPRING TO BE BROKEN IN THREE PIECES. I WAS FORTUNATE NOT TO BE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME DUE TO THE FACT THE SPRINT WOULD HAVE PENETRATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. I REPLACED THE ENTIRE LEFT FRO...

Sep 29, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 29, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 29, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 29, 2014 Suspension 151,693 mi

HEARD A LOUD CRACK NOISE FROM MY DRIVEWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, FOUND THE LEFT FRONT STRUTS COIL SPRING TO BE BROKEN IN THREE PIECES. I WAS FORTUNATE NOT TO BE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME DUE TO THE FACT THE SPRINT WOULD HAVE PENETRATED THE LEFT FRONT TIRE. I REPLACED THE ENTIRE LEFT FRO...

Sep 29, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 29, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 29, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, FOLLOWED SOON AFTERWARDS BY THE POWER RIGHT PASSENGER WINDOW FAILING TO GO AND DOWN, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION O/D OFF LIGHT FLASHING. THESE WOULD OCCUR UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN, THEN MOST OF THE TIME THE SYMPTOMS WOULD GO AWAY, ALWAY...

Sep 28, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE ANTI LOCK BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL SHUT OFF RANDOMLY. WE CAN DRIVE FOR MILES AND NOTHING HAPPENS. AND OTHER DAYS THE CAR BARELY STARTS MOVING, AND THE SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN. *TR

Sep 28, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TROUBLE CODES C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1243, C1212, C1210; ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY DON'T KNOW IF MY ABS IS WORKING WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR

Sep 28, 2014 Electrical System 70,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TROUBLE CODES C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1243, C1212, C1210; ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY DON'T KNOW IF MY ABS IS WORKING WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR

Sep 28, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE ANTI LOCK BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROL SHUT OFF RANDOMLY. WE CAN DRIVE FOR MILES AND NOTHING HAPPENS. AND OTHER DAYS THE CAR BARELY STARTS MOVING, AND THE SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN. *TR

Sep 28, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TROUBLE CODES C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1243, C1212, C1210; ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY DON'T KNOW IF MY ABS IS WORKING WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR

Sep 28, 2014 Electrical System 70,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TROUBLE CODES C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1243, C1212, C1210; ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY DON'T KNOW IF MY ABS IS WORKING WHEN THIS HAPPENS. *TR

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 193,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 193,000.

Sep 26, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 193,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 193,000.

Sep 25, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT & ABS LIGHT WENT ON. *TR

Sep 25, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT & ABS LIGHT WENT ON. *TR

Sep 23, 2014 Power Train 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS ENTERING INTO THE TRANSMISSION. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPMS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO REBUILT THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAI...

Sep 23, 2014 Suspension

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED AND BROCKED IN THE MIDLE MADE THE BACK DRIVER SIDE TIRE TO HIT THE BACK OF THE FENDER AND I WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR THERE WAS A RECALL BUT FORD INSISTED IN SAYING THAT THERE WASNT ANY THING THEY CAN DO ABOUT THAT. *TR

Sep 23, 2014 Power Train 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS ENTERING INTO THE TRANSMISSION. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE RPMS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO REBUILT THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAI...

Sep 23, 2014 Suspension

THE REAR AXLE CRACKED AND BROCKED IN THE MIDLE MADE THE BACK DRIVER SIDE TIRE TO HIT THE BACK OF THE FENDER AND I WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR THERE WAS A RECALL BUT FORD INSISTED IN SAYING THAT THERE WASNT ANY THING THEY CAN DO ABOUT THAT. *TR

Sep 17, 2014 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND I HAVE HEARD THIS IS DUE TO DEFECTIVE PARTS. PLEASE KEEP ME INFORMED. *TR

Sep 17, 2014 Service Brakes 99,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR... PARKING BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WILL LIGHT UP AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES OR SO... THESE LIGHTS ARE ON WHILE I DRIVE... BUT WHEN I TURN THE CAR OFF AND START UP AGAIN THEY STAY OFF, UNTIL IN 5 OR SO MINUTES THEY COME ON AGAIN AND STAY ON WHILE I'...

Sep 17, 2014 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON AND I HAVE HEARD THIS IS DUE TO DEFECTIVE PARTS. PLEASE KEEP ME INFORMED. *TR

Sep 17, 2014 Service Brakes 99,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR... PARKING BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WILL LIGHT UP AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES OR SO... THESE LIGHTS ARE ON WHILE I DRIVE... BUT WHEN I TURN THE CAR OFF AND START UP AGAIN THEY STAY OFF, UNTIL IN 5 OR SO MINUTES THEY COME ON AGAIN AND STAY ON WHILE I'...

Sep 10, 2014 Service Brakes 125,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE GOES IN FORWARD MOTION AND STAYS ON THROUGH ENTIRE DRIVING CYCLE. THE OTHER BRAKE WARNING LAMP ALSO ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. MORE FREQUENTLY IN DAMP/WET WEATHER. *TR

Sep 10, 2014 Service Brakes 125,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE GOES IN FORWARD MOTION AND STAYS ON THROUGH ENTIRE DRIVING CYCLE. THE OTHER BRAKE WARNING LAMP ALSO ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. MORE FREQUENTLY IN DAMP/WET WEATHER. *TR

Sep 8, 2014 Service Brakes 77,908 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. *TR

Sep 8, 2014 Service Brakes 77,908 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON. *TR

Sep 1, 2014 Power Train 111,545 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE, VAN WILL NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR, FORWARD, REVERSE, 2,1. *TR

Sep 1, 2014 Suspension 180,713 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED APPROX. 2.5 YEARS AGO FOR A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE. AT THAT TIME I WAS ADVISED OF NO CONCERNS OF A COMPROMISED AXLE. THEY REASSURED ME THAT THEY PLACED BRACKETS ON THE AXLE SHOULD THERE BE A PROBLEM IN THE FUTURE. THANK GOODNESS THE AXLE FRACTURED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIE...

Sep 1, 2014 Power Train 111,545 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE, VAN WILL NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR, FORWARD, REVERSE, 2,1. *TR

Sep 1, 2014 Suspension 180,713 mi

THIS VEHICLE WAS SERVICED APPROX. 2.5 YEARS AGO FOR A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE. AT THAT TIME I WAS ADVISED OF NO CONCERNS OF A COMPROMISED AXLE. THEY REASSURED ME THAT THEY PLACED BRACKETS ON THE AXLE SHOULD THERE BE A PROBLEM IN THE FUTURE. THANK GOODNESS THE AXLE FRACTURED WHILE TRAVELING ON A QUIE...

Aug 28, 2014 Suspension 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHIE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE AND BRACKET WERE CORRODED, CAUSING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSI...

Aug 28, 2014 Suspension 147,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHIE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE, THE REAR AXLE FRACTURED. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE AND BRACKET WERE CORRODED, CAUSING THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSI...

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40MPH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT UP. GARAGE DID A CODE RESET BUT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE DID NOT GO AWAY, GARAGE UNPLUGGED THE BATTERY AND PLUGGED IT BACK AND THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT DISAPPEARED. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40MPH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT UP. GARAGE DID A CODE RESET BUT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE DID NOT GO AWAY, GARAGE UNPLUGGED THE BATTERY AND PLUGGED IT BACK AND THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT DISAPPEARED. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS KEEPS COMING ON. MECHANIC HAS FIXED IT ONCE BUT IT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN CAUSING THE ABS BRAKES NOT TO WORK. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System

THE SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK ON MY WINDSTAR. IT WORKS ON SOME DAYS BUT OTHERS GETS STUCK OR ALL THE NEEDLES IN THE DASHBOARD GO BACK AND FORTH REALLY FAST. IT HAS CAUSED ONE OF THE NEEDLES (FOR RPM'S) TO BRAKE IN ORDER FOR ME TO PUT THE WINDSTAR INTO PARK. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ONE FOR QUITE SOME TIME MANY MONTHS, MAYBE A YEAR. THE BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BEEN ON OR GONE OFF, BUT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME - THE LAST 6-8 MONTHS. WE HAVE A KNOWN BRAKE OIL LEAK, AS WE HAVE SEEN THE PUDDLES AND FREQUENTLY REFILL IT. THIS IS VERY SIMILAR TO THE FORD RE...

Aug 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ONE FOR QUITE SOME TIME MANY MONTHS, MAYBE A YEAR. THE BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BEEN ON OR GONE OFF, BUT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME - THE LAST 6-8 MONTHS. WE HAVE A KNOWN BRAKE OIL LEAK, AS WE HAVE SEEN THE PUDDLES AND FREQUENTLY REFILL IT. THIS IS VERY SIMILAR TO THE FORD RE...

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40MPH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT UP. GARAGE DID A CODE RESET BUT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE DID NOT GO AWAY, GARAGE UNPLUGGED THE BATTERY AND PLUGGED IT BACK AND THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT DISAPPEARED. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40MPH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT UP. GARAGE DID A CODE RESET BUT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE DID NOT GO AWAY, GARAGE UNPLUGGED THE BATTERY AND PLUGGED IT BACK AND THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT DISAPPEARED. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS KEEPS COMING ON. MECHANIC HAS FIXED IT ONCE BUT IT CONTINUES TO HAPPEN CAUSING THE ABS BRAKES NOT TO WORK. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System

THE SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK ON MY WINDSTAR. IT WORKS ON SOME DAYS BUT OTHERS GETS STUCK OR ALL THE NEEDLES IN THE DASHBOARD GO BACK AND FORTH REALLY FAST. IT HAS CAUSED ONE OF THE NEEDLES (FOR RPM'S) TO BRAKE IN ORDER FOR ME TO PUT THE WINDSTAR INTO PARK. *TR

Aug 27, 2014 Electrical System 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ONE FOR QUITE SOME TIME MANY MONTHS, MAYBE A YEAR. THE BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BEEN ON OR GONE OFF, BUT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME - THE LAST 6-8 MONTHS. WE HAVE A KNOWN BRAKE OIL LEAK, AS WE HAVE SEEN THE PUDDLES AND FREQUENTLY REFILL IT. THIS IS VERY SIMILAR TO THE FORD RE...

Aug 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS BEEN ONE FOR QUITE SOME TIME MANY MONTHS, MAYBE A YEAR. THE BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BEEN ON OR GONE OFF, BUT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME - THE LAST 6-8 MONTHS. WE HAVE A KNOWN BRAKE OIL LEAK, AS WE HAVE SEEN THE PUDDLES AND FREQUENTLY REFILL IT. THIS IS VERY SIMILAR TO THE FORD RE...

Aug 26, 2014 Suspension 223,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). THE DEALER WAS CO...

Aug 26, 2014 Suspension 223,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION). THE DEALER WAS CO...

Aug 25, 2014 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS ALL COME ON AND OFF RANDOMLY. THIS HAS OCCURRED FOR MONTHS. AND IS NOT MORE FREQUENT. I WENT TO MY GARAGE AND NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE BRAKE LINES. I SAW OTHER COMPLAINT ONLINE OF THIS FOR THIS VEHICLE AND THAT THERE WILL BE A RECALL ON THIS SITUATION. I AM HOPING TO GET THIS RE...

Aug 25, 2014 Suspension 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Structure 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Steering 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Electrical System 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME, THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ON MOST OF THE TIME. ALSO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER JUMPS ERRATICALLY AND THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME, THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ON MOST OF THE TIME. ALSO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER JUMPS ERRATICALLY AND THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS ALL COME ON AND OFF RANDOMLY. THIS HAS OCCURRED FOR MONTHS. AND IS NOT MORE FREQUENT. I WENT TO MY GARAGE AND NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE BRAKE LINES. I SAW OTHER COMPLAINT ONLINE OF THIS FOR THIS VEHICLE AND THAT THERE WILL BE A RECALL ON THIS SITUATION. I AM HOPING TO GET THIS RE...

Aug 25, 2014 Suspension 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Structure 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Steering 131,000 mi

VAN STARTED MAKING A LOUD METAL BANGING NOISE WHILE ON VACATION. TOOK TO A LOCAL SHOP WHERE I WAS SHOWN THAT THE SUBFRAME ( WHERE THE AC WATER LEAKS DOWN) WAS COMPLETELY ROTTED THRU AND BROKEN, MAKING THE VAN UNSAFE TO DRIVE/ THE VAN ALREADY HAD BRACKETS ON THE SUBFRAME AND REAR AXLE INSTALLED BY...

Aug 25, 2014 Electrical System 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME, THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ON MOST OF THE TIME. ALSO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER JUMPS ERRATICALLY AND THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Aug 25, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME, THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ON MOST OF THE TIME. ALSO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER JUMPS ERRATICALLY AND THE RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Aug 24, 2014 Service Brakes 177,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WILL LIGHT UP AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES. OBD II CODE READS EEC TEST PULLED CODES C1185-C1194-C1198-C1210-C1214-C1242-C1246-C1250-C1254. IF CODES ARE CLEARED C1185 NOW RETURNS IMMEDIATELY. *TR

Aug 24, 2014 Service Brakes 177,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD WILL LIGHT UP AFTER DRIVING IT FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES. OBD II CODE READS EEC TEST PULLED CODES C1185-C1194-C1198-C1210-C1214-C1242-C1246-C1250-C1254. IF CODES ARE CLEARED C1185 NOW RETURNS IMMEDIATELY. *TR

Aug 22, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Power Train 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEP COMMING ON. *TR

Aug 22, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Power Train 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON, BRAKES ARE FINE, FLUID LEVEL IS FINE, BUT LIGHT IS ON. ABS NOW NOT WORKING. SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT GO ABOVE 40 MPH UNTIL DRIVEN AT LEAST 3 MILES, THIS IS ALSO CAUSING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO NOT WORK SMOOTHLY. TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING INTO OVERDRIVE, TRANSMISSION I...

Aug 22, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT KEEP COMMING ON. *TR

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes 92,500 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE BRAKES STILL SEEMED TO WORK OK. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER, WE WERE ADVISED THAT THE ABS WAS NOT WORKING AND IN THE EVENT OF A QUICK STOP BEING NECESSARY, WE SHOULD PUMP THE BRAKES TO PREVENT THE TIRES FROM SKIDDING. REPAIR OF THE VEHICLE WAS G...

Aug 21, 2014 Service Brakes 92,500 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE BRAKES STILL SEEMED TO WORK OK. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE FORD DEALER, WE WERE ADVISED THAT THE ABS WAS NOT WORKING AND IN THE EVENT OF A QUICK STOP BEING NECESSARY, WE SHOULD PUMP THE BRAKES TO PREVENT THE TIRES FROM SKIDDING. REPAIR OF THE VEHICLE WAS G...

Aug 17, 2014 Service Brakes 81,000 mi

BOTH MY ABS AND BRAKE "DUMMY" LIGHTS ARE ON. WILL GO OFF FOR SMALL AMOUNT OF TIME AFTER VEHICLE RESTARTED, POP BACK ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES. *TR

Aug 17, 2014 Service Brakes 81,000 mi

BOTH MY ABS AND BRAKE "DUMMY" LIGHTS ARE ON. WILL GO OFF FOR SMALL AMOUNT OF TIME AFTER VEHICLE RESTARTED, POP BACK ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES. *TR

Aug 15, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. SOMETIMES THEY WILL GO OFF, BUT YOU CAN BE DRIVING AND THEY WILL RANDOMLY COME ON. *TR

Aug 15, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. SOMETIMES THEY WILL GO OFF, BUT YOU CAN BE DRIVING AND THEY WILL RANDOMLY COME ON. *TR

Aug 11, 2014 Service Brakes 147,703 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON IP ON - FLUIDS CHECKED AS FULL - LIGHTS ON WITH MOST DRIVING - OCCASIONAL WILL BE ON THEN GO OFF FOR SUBSEQUENT DRIVES. NO LOSS OF BRAKE FEEL OR STOPPING ABILITY. BRAKES CHECKED OKAY AT LAST TIRE ROTATION SERVICE BY CONOCO STATION. *TR

Aug 11, 2014 Service Brakes 147,703 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON IP ON - FLUIDS CHECKED AS FULL - LIGHTS ON WITH MOST DRIVING - OCCASIONAL WILL BE ON THEN GO OFF FOR SUBSEQUENT DRIVES. NO LOSS OF BRAKE FEEL OR STOPPING ABILITY. BRAKES CHECKED OKAY AT LAST TIRE ROTATION SERVICE BY CONOCO STATION. *TR

Aug 9, 2014 Interior Lighting

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 9, 2014 Electrical System

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 9, 2014 Exterior Lighting

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 9, 2014 Interior Lighting

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 9, 2014 Electrical System

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 9, 2014 Exterior Lighting

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS IN THIS VEHICLE FLICKER ON AND OFF AT RANDOM WHEN DRIVING. IT DOES IT DURING THE DAY AND AT NIGHT. AT NIGHT IS THE WORST. SOMETIMES IT WON'T DO IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THERE IS TIMES WHERE IT DOES IT CONSTANTLY. SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING CORRECTS IT BUT ONLY SOME ...

Aug 8, 2014 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH COME ON AFTER THEY WARM UP. THIS USE TO HAPPEN ONLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL YEAR ROUND.. IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MILES BEFORE THE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 8, 2014 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH COME ON AFTER THEY WARM UP. THIS USE TO HAPPEN ONLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS. NOW IT HAPPENS ALL YEAR ROUND.. IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MILES BEFORE THE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 2, 2014 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THIS PROBLEM BEGAN AS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM AND HAS PROGRESSED TO A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM. CAR CURRENTLY HAS OVER 170000 MILES. THE DEALER HAS GIVEN MULTIPLE OPINIONS ON THE ISSUE TO INCLUDE: ABS MODULE DEFECT, ABS SENSOR DEFECT. *TR

Aug 2, 2014 Power Train 78,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING LOST ALL POWER TO TRANSMISSION. CAR WOULD START BUT NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR. CODE SCANNER SHOWS NO CODES, ENGINE LIGHT DOES NOT STAY LIT. MECHANIC'S GUESS IN TORQUE CONVERTER. SEEMS TO BE A TOO COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 2, 2014 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THIS PROBLEM BEGAN AS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM AND HAS PROGRESSED TO A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM. CAR CURRENTLY HAS OVER 170000 MILES. THE DEALER HAS GIVEN MULTIPLE OPINIONS ON THE ISSUE TO INCLUDE: ABS MODULE DEFECT, ABS SENSOR DEFECT. *TR

Aug 2, 2014 Power Train 78,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING LOST ALL POWER TO TRANSMISSION. CAR WOULD START BUT NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR. CODE SCANNER SHOWS NO CODES, ENGINE LIGHT DOES NOT STAY LIT. MECHANIC'S GUESS IN TORQUE CONVERTER. SEEMS TO BE A TOO COMMON PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 28, 2014 Electrical System

RPM NEEDLE WENT ALL THE WAY TO RIGHT WHILE DRIVING AND CAN'T GET IT TO GO BACK WONDERING IF THS WILL CAUSE PROBLEMS WHILE DRIVING. *JS

Jul 28, 2014 Electrical System

RPM NEEDLE WENT ALL THE WAY TO RIGHT WHILE DRIVING AND CAN'T GET IT TO GO BACK WONDERING IF THS WILL CAUSE PROBLEMS WHILE DRIVING. *JS

Jul 27, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS. BRAKES HAVE BEEN FULLY SERVICED, FLUID REPLACED, SYSTEM BLED. ABS NOT FUNCTIONAL WHEN LIGHTS ARE LIT. *JS

Jul 27, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND CHECK BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. *JS

Jul 27, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS. BRAKES HAVE BEEN FULLY SERVICED, FLUID REPLACED, SYSTEM BLED. ABS NOT FUNCTIONAL WHEN LIGHTS ARE LIT. *JS

Jul 27, 2014 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND CHECK BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. *JS

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENT. FIRST TIME NOTICED WAS ON VACATION AND COMING TO A STOP AT A TOLL BOOTH AND BOTH LIGHTS COME ON. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. FORD DEALERSHIP WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I SEE THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THIS. HOW ABOUT ANOTHER RECALL? *TR

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH SIGNALING PROBLEMS INTERMITTENTLY. DOES VEHICLE HAVE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENT. FIRST TIME NOTICED WAS ON VACATION AND COMING TO A STOP AT A TOLL BOOTH AND BOTH LIGHTS COME ON. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. FORD DEALERSHIP WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I SEE THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THIS. HOW ABOUT ANOTHER RECALL? *TR

Jul 25, 2014 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH SIGNALING PROBLEMS INTERMITTENTLY. DOES VEHICLE HAVE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM OR MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Service Brakes 75,103 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT REMAIN ON WHILE OPERATING--SOFT BRAKES--UNRELIABLE ABS TOOK IN TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY DIAGNOSED CONCERN AS "FOUND ABS ECU CAUSING LIGHT TO COME ON". *TR

Jul 24, 2014 Service Brakes 75,103 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT REMAIN ON WHILE OPERATING--SOFT BRAKES--UNRELIABLE ABS TOOK IN TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY DIAGNOSED CONCERN AS "FOUND ABS ECU CAUSING LIGHT TO COME ON". *TR

Jul 22, 2014 Service Brakes 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND SOMETIMES MY VAN DON'T WANT TO STOP. THE BRAKES GIVE OUT BUT ALL BRAKE PADS SEEM TO BE OK. LIGHT COMES ON ABOUT 60MPH. MY VAN THE LAST FEW DAYS HAS BEEN HAVING VERY BAD ELECTRICAL ISSUES THAT CAUSES MY VAN TO DIE AS WELL. *TR

Jul 22, 2014 Service Brakes 143,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND SOMETIMES MY VAN DON'T WANT TO STOP. THE BRAKES GIVE OUT BUT ALL BRAKE PADS SEEM TO BE OK. LIGHT COMES ON ABOUT 60MPH. MY VAN THE LAST FEW DAYS HAS BEEN HAVING VERY BAD ELECTRICAL ISSUES THAT CAUSES MY VAN TO DIE AS WELL. *TR

Jul 18, 2014 Service Brakes 86,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS USUALLY (BUT NOT ALWAYS) ILLUMINATE. IT HAPPENS LESS OFTEN IN THE COLD. WHEN ILLUMINATED, THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONAL. *TR

Jul 18, 2014 Service Brakes 86,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS USUALLY (BUT NOT ALWAYS) ILLUMINATE. IT HAPPENS LESS OFTEN IN THE COLD. WHEN ILLUMINATED, THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONAL. *TR

Jul 17, 2014 Service Brakes 155,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON AT RANDOM TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICES FOR THIS ISSUE ALREADY BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. *TR

Jul 17, 2014 Service Brakes 155,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON AT RANDOM TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICES FOR THIS ISSUE ALREADY BUT THE PROBLEM PERSISTS. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE BOTH LIT AT ALL TIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. MECHANIC SAYS THAT ABS SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE BOTH LIT AT ALL TIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. MECHANIC SAYS THAT ABS SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Power Train 10,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING UP HILLS THE "OD OFF" TRANSMISSION LIGHT WILL BEGIN TO FLASH AND THOUGH I DEPRESS THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER THE LIGHT WILL NOT STOP FLASHING. ONLY WAY TO MAKE IT STOP IS WHEN I TURN HE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN THE VEHICLE BACK ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Electrical System 10,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING UP HILLS THE "OD OFF" TRANSMISSION LIGHT WILL BEGIN TO FLASH AND THOUGH I DEPRESS THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER THE LIGHT WILL NOT STOP FLASHING. ONLY WAY TO MAKE IT STOP IS WHEN I TURN HE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN THE VEHICLE BACK ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE BOTH LIT AT ALL TIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. MECHANIC SAYS THAT ABS SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE BOTH LIT AT ALL TIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. MECHANIC SAYS THAT ABS SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Power Train 10,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING UP HILLS THE "OD OFF" TRANSMISSION LIGHT WILL BEGIN TO FLASH AND THOUGH I DEPRESS THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER THE LIGHT WILL NOT STOP FLASHING. ONLY WAY TO MAKE IT STOP IS WHEN I TURN HE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN THE VEHICLE BACK ON. *TR

Jul 9, 2014 Electrical System 10,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING UP HILLS THE "OD OFF" TRANSMISSION LIGHT WILL BEGIN TO FLASH AND THOUGH I DEPRESS THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER THE LIGHT WILL NOT STOP FLASHING. ONLY WAY TO MAKE IT STOP IS WHEN I TURN HE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN THE VEHICLE BACK ON. *TR

Jul 8, 2014 Service Brakes 183,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON OVER A YEAR AGO. CODE SHOWING IS C1185. SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, DON'T ALWAYS WORK. *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other 183,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON OVER A YEAR AGO. CODE SHOWING IS C1185. SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, DON'T ALWAYS WORK. *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Service Brakes 183,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON OVER A YEAR AGO. CODE SHOWING IS C1185. SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, DON'T ALWAYS WORK. *JS

Jul 8, 2014 Unknown Or Other 183,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON OVER A YEAR AGO. CODE SHOWING IS C1185. SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, DON'T ALWAYS WORK. *JS

Jul 5, 2014 Service Brakes 113,600 mi

ANTI SKID SYSTEM FAILED DURING A HEAVY RAIN. ALMOST HIT A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME WHO'S BRAKES STOPPED HIM IN TIME FROM A MAJOR COLLISION. HAVE NOT FIXED THE PROBLEM SINCE BECAUSE IT IS THE MAJOR HUB OF THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM THAT FAILED. *TR

Jul 5, 2014 Service Brakes 113,600 mi

ANTI SKID SYSTEM FAILED DURING A HEAVY RAIN. ALMOST HIT A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME WHO'S BRAKES STOPPED HIM IN TIME FROM A MAJOR COLLISION. HAVE NOT FIXED THE PROBLEM SINCE BECAUSE IT IS THE MAJOR HUB OF THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM THAT FAILED. *TR

Jul 2, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT ALONG WITH BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON. MULTIPLE DEFECT CODES FOR ABS MODULE SHOWN ON SCANNER. BRAKES NOT FULLY STOPPING VEHICLE WHEN DEPRESSED. BOUGHT VEHICLE IN MAY 2014. CRUISE CONTROL ACTING FUNNY. *TR

Jul 2, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT ALONG WITH BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON. MULTIPLE DEFECT CODES FOR ABS MODULE SHOWN ON SCANNER. BRAKES NOT FULLY STOPPING VEHICLE WHEN DEPRESSED. BOUGHT VEHICLE IN MAY 2014. CRUISE CONTROL ACTING FUNNY. *TR

Jul 2, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT ALONG WITH BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON. MULTIPLE DEFECT CODES FOR ABS MODULE SHOWN ON SCANNER. BRAKES NOT FULLY STOPPING VEHICLE WHEN DEPRESSED. BOUGHT VEHICLE IN MAY 2014. CRUISE CONTROL ACTING FUNNY. *TR

Jul 2, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT ALONG WITH BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON. MULTIPLE DEFECT CODES FOR ABS MODULE SHOWN ON SCANNER. BRAKES NOT FULLY STOPPING VEHICLE WHEN DEPRESSED. BOUGHT VEHICLE IN MAY 2014. CRUISE CONTROL ACTING FUNNY. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Electrical System 136,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW LIGHT) AND BRAKE ( RED LIGHT) STAY ON. BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Service Brakes 136,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW LIGHT) AND BRAKE ( RED LIGHT) STAY ON. BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Service Brakes 128,452 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN NOT ENGAGED. AT THE SAME TIME THE DOORS UNLOCK (WHEN DRIVING) WITH "REAR PASSAGE DOOR UNLOCK" APPEARS. THE DOORS TRY TO LOCK AND UNLOCK. ALSO HAPPENS WHEN STOPPING AND GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD. TOOK TO THE MECHANIC AND HE IS UNABLE TO EXPLAIN W...

Jul 1, 2014 Electrical System 136,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW LIGHT) AND BRAKE ( RED LIGHT) STAY ON. BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Service Brakes 136,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW LIGHT) AND BRAKE ( RED LIGHT) STAY ON. BRAKES SEEM TO WORK FINE. *TR

Jul 1, 2014 Service Brakes 128,452 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN NOT ENGAGED. AT THE SAME TIME THE DOORS UNLOCK (WHEN DRIVING) WITH "REAR PASSAGE DOOR UNLOCK" APPEARS. THE DOORS TRY TO LOCK AND UNLOCK. ALSO HAPPENS WHEN STOPPING AND GOING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD. TOOK TO THE MECHANIC AND HE IS UNABLE TO EXPLAIN W...

Jun 30, 2014 Suspension 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ONE OF THE AXLES FRACTURED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.

Jun 30, 2014 Suspension 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ONE OF THE AXLES FRACTURED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V194000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.

Jun 29, 2014 Electrical System 123,900 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON. IT SOMETIMES WILL GO OFF (USUALLY WHEN THERE IS ROAD SALT ON THE ROAD. IT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER THINKING IT WAS THE BRAKES/OR THE BRAKE SENSORS. THEY SAID IT WAS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILING. IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR ME ...

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 123,900 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON. IT SOMETIMES WILL GO OFF (USUALLY WHEN THERE IS ROAD SALT ON THE ROAD. IT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER THINKING IT WAS THE BRAKES/OR THE BRAKE SENSORS. THEY SAID IT WAS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILING. IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR ME ...

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 37,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LAMPS ARE INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. I HAD THE SYSTEM CHECKED BY TWO DIFFERENT CERTIFIED AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND BOTH RESPONDED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL CODES CREATING THE PROBLEM. THEY ALSO MENTIONED THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO REPLACE THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. AFTER DOING RESEARCH ...

Jun 29, 2014 Electrical System 123,900 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON. IT SOMETIMES WILL GO OFF (USUALLY WHEN THERE IS ROAD SALT ON THE ROAD. IT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER THINKING IT WAS THE BRAKES/OR THE BRAKE SENSORS. THEY SAID IT WAS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILING. IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR ME ...

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 123,900 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON. IT SOMETIMES WILL GO OFF (USUALLY WHEN THERE IS ROAD SALT ON THE ROAD. IT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER THINKING IT WAS THE BRAKES/OR THE BRAKE SENSORS. THEY SAID IT WAS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILING. IT WAS TOO EXPENSIVE FOR ME ...

Jun 29, 2014 Service Brakes 37,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LAMPS ARE INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. I HAD THE SYSTEM CHECKED BY TWO DIFFERENT CERTIFIED AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND BOTH RESPONDED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL CODES CREATING THE PROBLEM. THEY ALSO MENTIONED THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO REPLACE THE ABS CONTROL MODULE. AFTER DOING RESEARCH ...

Jun 27, 2014 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON AND STAYING ON UNTIL I TURN MY VAN OFF. THEN IT MIGHT NOT COME ON FOR A FEW DAYS OR IT MIGHT COME ON CONSTANTLY. *TR

Jun 27, 2014 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON AND STAYING ON UNTIL I TURN MY VAN OFF. THEN IT MIGHT NOT COME ON FOR A FEW DAYS OR IT MIGHT COME ON CONSTANTLY. *TR

Jun 26, 2014 Service Brakes 66,700 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKES LIGHT ALONG WITH ENGINE LIGHT AND TIRE LIGHT ALL CAME ON OUT OF THE BLUE. *TR

Jun 26, 2014 Electrical System 66,700 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKES LIGHT ALONG WITH ENGINE LIGHT AND TIRE LIGHT ALL CAME ON OUT OF THE BLUE. *TR

Jun 26, 2014 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE CAR USED IN 2006. IT WORKED FINE FOR ABOUT A YEAR. THE BRAKES HAD WORN OUT AND THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT WAS ON. AFTER REPLACING THE BRAKES, THE LIGHTS CAME ON AND OFF RANDOMLY ON DIFFERENT DAYS. THE MECHANICS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NOW THE LIGHTS COME ON STEADY AFT...

Jun 26, 2014 Service Brakes 66,700 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKES LIGHT ALONG WITH ENGINE LIGHT AND TIRE LIGHT ALL CAME ON OUT OF THE BLUE. *TR

Jun 26, 2014 Electrical System 66,700 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKES LIGHT ALONG WITH ENGINE LIGHT AND TIRE LIGHT ALL CAME ON OUT OF THE BLUE. *TR

Jun 26, 2014 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE CAR USED IN 2006. IT WORKED FINE FOR ABOUT A YEAR. THE BRAKES HAD WORN OUT AND THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT WAS ON. AFTER REPLACING THE BRAKES, THE LIGHTS CAME ON AND OFF RANDOMLY ON DIFFERENT DAYS. THE MECHANICS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. NOW THE LIGHTS COME ON STEADY AFT...

Jun 24, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Service Brakes 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Electrical System 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Service Brakes 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Electrical System 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 24, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 90,670 mi

ABS, BRAKE WARNING LAMPS LIT, SPEEDOMETER DOESN'T SHOW THE OPERATING SPEED. *TR

Jun 18, 2014 Service Brakes 132,500 mi

WE WERE ON VACATION GOING THRU MOUNTAINS IN W VA WHEN THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WE PULLED INTO A FORD DEALER IN STATESVILLE, NC. THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AS IT WAS NOT OCCURRING ALL THE TIME. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS WOULD GO OUT FOR A PERIOD OF TIME AND COME BACK ...

Jun 18, 2014 Service Brakes 132,500 mi

WE WERE ON VACATION GOING THRU MOUNTAINS IN W VA WHEN THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. WE PULLED INTO A FORD DEALER IN STATESVILLE, NC. THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AS IT WAS NOT OCCURRING ALL THE TIME. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS WOULD GO OUT FOR A PERIOD OF TIME AND COME BACK ...

Jun 16, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE INDICATING AN ABS FAILURE. LIGHTS TURN ON ANYWHERE FROM IMMEDIATELY TO 15 MINUTES UPON STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE HAS BEEN ASSESSED BY MECHANIC, MECHANIC STATED THAT COMPONENT REPLACEMENT WOULD COST APPROXIMATELY 1000.00. ABS PARTS ARE FAULTY. *TR

Jun 16, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE INDICATING AN ABS FAILURE. LIGHTS TURN ON ANYWHERE FROM IMMEDIATELY TO 15 MINUTES UPON STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE HAS BEEN ASSESSED BY MECHANIC, MECHANIC STATED THAT COMPONENT REPLACEMENT WOULD COST APPROXIMATELY 1000.00. ABS PARTS ARE FAULTY. *TR

Jun 12, 2014 Suspension 128,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING AN INSPECTION PERFORMED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED HER THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WA...

Jun 12, 2014 Suspension 128,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HAVING AN INSPECTION PERFORMED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED HER THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE AXLE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WA...

Jun 11, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DURING THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS NOT IN THE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS. *TR

Jun 11, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DURING THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS NOT IN THE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS. *TR

Jun 11, 2014 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DURING THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS NOT IN THE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS. *TR

Jun 11, 2014 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DURING THE SPRING AND SUMMER MONTHS NOT IN THE FALL AND WINTER MONTHS. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Service Brakes 173,230 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE 'CHECK ADVANCE TRACK' LIGHT CAME ON. THE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND FOR COUPLE OF WEEKS NOW. CHECK WITH A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD MIGHT BE A ABS SENSOR. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Electrical System 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Interior Lighting 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Exterior Lighting 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Service Brakes 173,230 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE 'CHECK ADVANCE TRACK' LIGHT CAME ON. THE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND FOR COUPLE OF WEEKS NOW. CHECK WITH A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD MIGHT BE A ABS SENSOR. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Electrical System 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Interior Lighting 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 10, 2014 Exterior Lighting 101,500 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ALL THE TIME. I KEEP THE INTERIOR LIGHTS OFF SO THEY DON'T FLICKER. *TR

Jun 8, 2014 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. *TR

Jun 8, 2014 Service Brakes 129,000 mi

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. *TR

Jun 6, 2014 Suspension 125,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVING TO WORK THURSDAY 40 MPH AND REAR AXLE BROKE. LEFT REAR TIRE FORCED AGAINST WHEEL WELL CAUSING SIGNIFICANT SMOKE AND TIRE DAMAGE. PASSING CAR FLAG MY WIFE DOWN AND GOT HER TO PULL OVER. WHEN I CHECKED IT OUT LATER IN THE DAY FOUND THAT REAR AXLE WAS BROKE AND NOT DRIVABLE. COST TO ...

Jun 6, 2014 Structure 125,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVING TO WORK THURSDAY 40 MPH AND REAR AXLE BROKE. LEFT REAR TIRE FORCED AGAINST WHEEL WELL CAUSING SIGNIFICANT SMOKE AND TIRE DAMAGE. PASSING CAR FLAG MY WIFE DOWN AND GOT HER TO PULL OVER. WHEN I CHECKED IT OUT LATER IN THE DAY FOUND THAT REAR AXLE WAS BROKE AND NOT DRIVABLE. COST TO ...

Jun 6, 2014 Suspension 125,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVING TO WORK THURSDAY 40 MPH AND REAR AXLE BROKE. LEFT REAR TIRE FORCED AGAINST WHEEL WELL CAUSING SIGNIFICANT SMOKE AND TIRE DAMAGE. PASSING CAR FLAG MY WIFE DOWN AND GOT HER TO PULL OVER. WHEN I CHECKED IT OUT LATER IN THE DAY FOUND THAT REAR AXLE WAS BROKE AND NOT DRIVABLE. COST TO ...

Jun 6, 2014 Structure 125,000 mi

MY WIFE DRIVING TO WORK THURSDAY 40 MPH AND REAR AXLE BROKE. LEFT REAR TIRE FORCED AGAINST WHEEL WELL CAUSING SIGNIFICANT SMOKE AND TIRE DAMAGE. PASSING CAR FLAG MY WIFE DOWN AND GOT HER TO PULL OVER. WHEN I CHECKED IT OUT LATER IN THE DAY FOUND THAT REAR AXLE WAS BROKE AND NOT DRIVABLE. COST TO ...

Jun 2, 2014 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WILL RANDOMLY COME ON AND STAY ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. THIS HAPPENS OCCASIONALLY, BUT NOT EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. IT HAPPENS ALL DIFFERENT SPEEDS, NOT JUST ONE SPEED ZONE. I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE I FOUND OUT IT IS BECOMING A COMMON ISSUE FOR MANY PE...

Jun 2, 2014 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WILL RANDOMLY COME ON AND STAY ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. THIS HAPPENS OCCASIONALLY, BUT NOT EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. IT HAPPENS ALL DIFFERENT SPEEDS, NOT JUST ONE SPEED ZONE. I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE I FOUND OUT IT IS BECOMING A COMMON ISSUE FOR MANY PE...

Jun 1, 2014 Service Brakes 27,000 mi

DASHBOARD INDICATED FAILURE OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. CODE READER REPORTS C1185 AND CANNOT BE CLEARED. ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY INOPERATIVE. REPAIRS WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROLLER/COMPUTER. *TR

Jun 1, 2014 Service Brakes 27,000 mi

DASHBOARD INDICATED FAILURE OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. CODE READER REPORTS C1185 AND CANNOT BE CLEARED. ABS SYSTEM COMPLETELY INOPERATIVE. REPAIRS WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROLLER/COMPUTER. *TR

May 30, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH AND ALL GAUGES GOING CRAZY AND RUN ALL THE TIME CAUSING MY BATTERY TO DIE EVERYDAY. ITS A NEW BATTERY AND NOW ITS DRAINED. *TR

May 30, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH AND ALL GAUGES GOING CRAZY AND RUN ALL THE TIME CAUSING MY BATTERY TO DIE EVERYDAY. ITS A NEW BATTERY AND NOW ITS DRAINED. *TR

May 27, 2014 Suspension 173,000 mi

THERE WAS A RECALL ON REAR AXLES OF FORD WINDSTARS. I NOTICED MY REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED, SO I CALLED THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND WAS TOLD MY VAN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. I WAS TOLD TO TAKE MY VAN TO THE LOCAL DEALER AND SEE IF THEY COULD MAKE A SPECIAL EXEMPTION AND HAVE MY REAR AXLE REPLACED. ...

May 27, 2014 Suspension 173,000 mi

THERE WAS A RECALL ON REAR AXLES OF FORD WINDSTARS. I NOTICED MY REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED, SO I CALLED THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND WAS TOLD MY VAN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. I WAS TOLD TO TAKE MY VAN TO THE LOCAL DEALER AND SEE IF THEY COULD MAKE A SPECIAL EXEMPTION AND HAVE MY REAR AXLE REPLACED. ...

May 26, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF FOR YEARS NOW.....CHANGED ALL BRAKE PADS ....AND BRAKES..STILL COME OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. NEW TIRES..NOPE....ALL NEW BRAKE SYSTEM...NOPE....BRAKE FLUID, CHANGED AND CHECKED OVER AND OVER....NOPE....TIRED OF GOING TO GET THE CAR SERVICED AND EVERY ONE GUESSING ...

May 26, 2014 Service Brakes

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON AND OFF FOR YEARS NOW.....CHANGED ALL BRAKE PADS ....AND BRAKES..STILL COME OFF AND ON SPORADICALLY. NEW TIRES..NOPE....ALL NEW BRAKE SYSTEM...NOPE....BRAKE FLUID, CHANGED AND CHECKED OVER AND OVER....NOPE....TIRED OF GOING TO GET THE CAR SERVICED AND EVERY ONE GUESSING ...

May 23, 2014 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS NORMAL. BRAKE PADS & SHOES ARE GOOD. NO OTHER PROBLEMS WITH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. NO BRAKE FLUID LEAKS. *TR

May 23, 2014 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS NORMAL. BRAKE PADS & SHOES ARE GOOD. NO OTHER PROBLEMS WITH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. NO BRAKE FLUID LEAKS. *TR

May 22, 2014 Service Brakes

I HAD PRIOR BRAKE ISSUES. TOOK MY VAN TO BE INSPECTED AND HAD COMPLETE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AND FRONT BRAKES WERE STILL OK, NOT NEEDING REPLACEMENT. AFTER ABOUT 20 MILES ON MY WAY OUT OF TOWN ON MY NEW BRAKES, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. GOT BACK IN TOWN AND TOOK IT BACK TO WHERE I GOT THE NE...

May 22, 2014 Service Brakes

I HAD PRIOR BRAKE ISSUES. TOOK MY VAN TO BE INSPECTED AND HAD COMPLETE REAR BRAKES REPLACED AND FRONT BRAKES WERE STILL OK, NOT NEEDING REPLACEMENT. AFTER ABOUT 20 MILES ON MY WAY OUT OF TOWN ON MY NEW BRAKES, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. GOT BACK IN TOWN AND TOOK IT BACK TO WHERE I GOT THE NE...

May 20, 2014 Electrical System 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Air Bags 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY. THE SHOP TOLD BE THE COMPUTER IS REPORTING FAULTY ABS CODES. I WILL HAVE TO ASK FOR THE SPECIFIC CODE. *TR

May 20, 2014 Electrical System 83,000 mi

IT WAS A COLD NIGHT -35 F, WHEN I WAS IN CANADA. WHEN I STARTED THE CAR THE NEXT MORNING, MY EMERGENCY FLASHERS CAME ON. I PUSHED THE EMERGENCY FLASHER BUTTON TO TURN THEM OFF BUT IT DIDN'T WORK. I CONTINUED TO PUSH THE BUTTON BUT IT DIDN'T TURN THEM OFF. THERE IS NO FUSE TO SHUT THEM OFF. THEY...

May 20, 2014 Electrical System 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Air Bags 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 54,000 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON. SPENT SEVERAL HUNDRED DOLLARS HAVING IT DIAGNOSED. REPLACE MANY PARTS. NO RESOLUTION. DRIVES OFTEN WITH A MISS ESPECIALLY DURING ACCELERATION. *TR

May 20, 2014 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY. THE SHOP TOLD BE THE COMPUTER IS REPORTING FAULTY ABS CODES. I WILL HAVE TO ASK FOR THE SPECIFIC CODE. *TR

May 20, 2014 Electrical System 83,000 mi

IT WAS A COLD NIGHT -35 F, WHEN I WAS IN CANADA. WHEN I STARTED THE CAR THE NEXT MORNING, MY EMERGENCY FLASHERS CAME ON. I PUSHED THE EMERGENCY FLASHER BUTTON TO TURN THEM OFF BUT IT DIDN'T WORK. I CONTINUED TO PUSH THE BUTTON BUT IT DIDN'T TURN THEM OFF. THERE IS NO FUSE TO SHUT THEM OFF. THEY...

May 19, 2014 Air Bags 118,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AIR BAG LITTLE ON WON'T TURN OFF BRAKE LIGHT ALSO WILL COME ON AT TIME FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS STICKING LIKE DRIVING WITH BRAKE ON. *JS

May 19, 2014 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AIR BAG LITTLE ON WON'T TURN OFF BRAKE LIGHT ALSO WILL COME ON AT TIME FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS STICKING LIKE DRIVING WITH BRAKE ON. *JS

May 19, 2014 Air Bags 118,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AIR BAG LITTLE ON WON'T TURN OFF BRAKE LIGHT ALSO WILL COME ON AT TIME FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS STICKING LIKE DRIVING WITH BRAKE ON. *JS

May 19, 2014 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AIR BAG LITTLE ON WON'T TURN OFF BRAKE LIGHT ALSO WILL COME ON AT TIME FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS STICKING LIKE DRIVING WITH BRAKE ON. *JS

May 18, 2014 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS FOR QUITE SOME TIME DON'T KNOW THE EXACT TIME THAT IT FIRST HAPPENED ITS BEEN A FEW YEARS. THE ABS LIGHTS COME ON AND SHUT OFF PERIODICALLY. AS OF TODAY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. AND THE CIGARETTE...

May 18, 2014 Exterior Lighting 14,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND ALL GAUGES WON'T STOP GOING CRAZY. MAKING BY BATTERY DIE. *JS

May 18, 2014 Electrical System 14,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND ALL GAUGES WON'T STOP GOING CRAZY. MAKING BY BATTERY DIE. *JS

May 18, 2014 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS FOR QUITE SOME TIME DON'T KNOW THE EXACT TIME THAT IT FIRST HAPPENED ITS BEEN A FEW YEARS. THE ABS LIGHTS COME ON AND SHUT OFF PERIODICALLY. AS OF TODAY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. AND THE CIGARETTE...

May 18, 2014 Exterior Lighting 14,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND ALL GAUGES WON'T STOP GOING CRAZY. MAKING BY BATTERY DIE. *JS

May 18, 2014 Electrical System 14,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND ALL GAUGES WON'T STOP GOING CRAZY. MAKING BY BATTERY DIE. *JS

May 15, 2014 Power Train 99,900 mi

MY TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED; I DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE A GREAT DEAL, THO THE CAR IS AGED, THE UPKEEP IS GREAT ON THE CAR. I HAVE TRIED TO KEEP UP WITH THE RECALLS ON THIS CAR, IS THERE A RECALL ON THE CAR'S TRANS.? *TR

May 15, 2014 Power Train 99,900 mi

MY TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED; I DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE A GREAT DEAL, THO THE CAR IS AGED, THE UPKEEP IS GREAT ON THE CAR. I HAVE TRIED TO KEEP UP WITH THE RECALLS ON THIS CAR, IS THERE A RECALL ON THE CAR'S TRANS.? *TR

May 13, 2014 Service Brakes 55,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WOULD GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY BEGINNING AROUND 55000 MILES. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME FORDS WERE KNOWN FOR THIS, BUT SHOULD NOT PRESENT A PROBLEM. BACK WHEELS STARTED SMOKING AND LEAKING FLUID AT 76000. THIS CONTAMINATED THE WHEEL WELLS AND BRAKE PADS. THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ALSO ST...

May 13, 2014 Service Brakes 55,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WOULD GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY BEGINNING AROUND 55000 MILES. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME FORDS WERE KNOWN FOR THIS, BUT SHOULD NOT PRESENT A PROBLEM. BACK WHEELS STARTED SMOKING AND LEAKING FLUID AT 76000. THIS CONTAMINATED THE WHEEL WELLS AND BRAKE PADS. THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ALSO ST...

May 10, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 10, 2014 Unknown Or Other 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 10, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 10, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 10, 2014 Unknown Or Other 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR SOME TIME, AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY LEAKING WHAT APPEARS TO BE BRAKE FLUID. *TR

May 6, 2014 Suspension 145,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ASSY. CRACKED AND THE TIRES WHERE TIPPING IN TOWARD THE BODY. TOOK IT TO PRESTON, IN BURTON, OHIO AND THEY SAID THE RECALL HAD BEEN DONE ON 04/30/2011. IT WAS EXACTLY 2 YEARS TO THE DAY THAT IT CRACKED RIGHT BESIDE THE BRACKET ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. PRESTON SAID IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY ...

May 6, 2014 Suspension 145,000 mi

THE REAR AXLE ASSY. CRACKED AND THE TIRES WHERE TIPPING IN TOWARD THE BODY. TOOK IT TO PRESTON, IN BURTON, OHIO AND THEY SAID THE RECALL HAD BEEN DONE ON 04/30/2011. IT WAS EXACTLY 2 YEARS TO THE DAY THAT IT CRACKED RIGHT BESIDE THE BRACKET ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. PRESTON SAID IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY ...

May 5, 2014 Suspension Crash 135,000 mi

THE "REPAIR" THEY MADE DID NOT HOLD UP.THIS IS THE 2ND TIME IT HAS ALMOST KILLED US. WAITING ON A REPLY FROM LEGAL COUNSEL AT FORD. IT IS DEFINITELY TOTALED WITH THE DAMAGE. I GUESS ENOUGH PEOPLE HAVEN'T DIED YET TO DO A MASS RECALL. EVEN IF YOU HAD THE RECALL DONE, IT OBVIOUSLY DOESN'T WORK. HOW MA...

May 5, 2014 Suspension Crash 135,000 mi

THE "REPAIR" THEY MADE DID NOT HOLD UP.THIS IS THE 2ND TIME IT HAS ALMOST KILLED US. WAITING ON A REPLY FROM LEGAL COUNSEL AT FORD. IT IS DEFINITELY TOTALED WITH THE DAMAGE. I GUESS ENOUGH PEOPLE HAVEN'T DIED YET TO DO A MASS RECALL. EVEN IF YOU HAD THE RECALL DONE, IT OBVIOUSLY DOESN'T WORK. HOW MA...

May 2, 2014 Engine 163,717 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO HESITATE AND DECELERATED BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,717.

May 2, 2014 Engine 163,717 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO HESITATE AND DECELERATED BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 163,717.

Apr 29, 2014 Unknown Or Other 158,000 mi

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND UPON PRESSING THE GAS THE VAN LURCHED FORWARD A BIT THEN I LOST ALL THE GEARS. HAD TO PUSH IT OFF THE ROAD WITH 4 CHILDREN SEATED INSIDE. IT'S LIKE IT'S STUCK IN NEUTRAL, NO GEARS AT ALL. HAD IT TOWED AND CURRENTLY WAITING ON MECHANICS DIAGNOSIS. VERY UNSAFE!! WE COULD H...

Apr 29, 2014 Unknown Or Other 158,000 mi

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND UPON PRESSING THE GAS THE VAN LURCHED FORWARD A BIT THEN I LOST ALL THE GEARS. HAD TO PUSH IT OFF THE ROAD WITH 4 CHILDREN SEATED INSIDE. IT'S LIKE IT'S STUCK IN NEUTRAL, NO GEARS AT ALL. HAD IT TOWED AND CURRENTLY WAITING ON MECHANICS DIAGNOSIS. VERY UNSAFE!! WE COULD H...

Apr 18, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

WHILE IN 75MPH SPEED LIMIT UPON ENTERING INTO A 70MPH LIMIT I PUSHED CST ON CRUISE PANEL STEERING WHEEL. I NOT ONLY SLOWED BUT MY VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WHILE HEAVIER TRAFFIC WAS SKIRTING AND TRYING NOT TO RUN ME OVER. IT WAS AT LESS THAN 40MPH I WAS ABLE TO GET ON THE EMERGENCY LANE. WOULD NOT RES...

Apr 18, 2014 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE IN 75MPH SPEED LIMIT UPON ENTERING INTO A 70MPH LIMIT I PUSHED CST ON CRUISE PANEL STEERING WHEEL. I NOT ONLY SLOWED BUT MY VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WHILE HEAVIER TRAFFIC WAS SKIRTING AND TRYING NOT TO RUN ME OVER. IT WAS AT LESS THAN 40MPH I WAS ABLE TO GET ON THE EMERGENCY LANE. WOULD NOT RES...

Apr 18, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

WHILE IN 75MPH SPEED LIMIT UPON ENTERING INTO A 70MPH LIMIT I PUSHED CST ON CRUISE PANEL STEERING WHEEL. I NOT ONLY SLOWED BUT MY VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WHILE HEAVIER TRAFFIC WAS SKIRTING AND TRYING NOT TO RUN ME OVER. IT WAS AT LESS THAN 40MPH I WAS ABLE TO GET ON THE EMERGENCY LANE. WOULD NOT RES...

Apr 18, 2014 Power Train 69,000 mi

WHILE IN 75MPH SPEED LIMIT UPON ENTERING INTO A 70MPH LIMIT I PUSHED CST ON CRUISE PANEL STEERING WHEEL. I NOT ONLY SLOWED BUT MY VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WHILE HEAVIER TRAFFIC WAS SKIRTING AND TRYING NOT TO RUN ME OVER. IT WAS AT LESS THAN 40MPH I WAS ABLE TO GET ON THE EMERGENCY LANE. WOULD NOT RES...

Apr 17, 2014 Air Bags 214,016 mi

LEAVING FOR WORK, I NOTICED THAT THE ABS AND AIRBAG LIGHTS WERE ON UP ON THE DASHBOARD. I DROVE TO WORK WHICH IS ONLY 8 MILES AWAY; GOING NO FASTER THAN 45 MPH. I ARRIVED AT WORK, PLACED VAN IN PARK, TURNED OFF THE VAN, TOOK KEY OUT OF IGNITION, TOOK OFF MY SEAT BELT, OPENED DOOR, AND THE AIRBAG BLE...

Apr 17, 2014 Electrical System 96,270 mi

THE ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAVE COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND WILL NOT RESET. THE TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH DOES NOT WORK. *TT

Apr 17, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 96,270 mi

THE ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAVE COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND WILL NOT RESET. THE TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH DOES NOT WORK. *TT

Apr 17, 2014 Air Bags 214,016 mi

LEAVING FOR WORK, I NOTICED THAT THE ABS AND AIRBAG LIGHTS WERE ON UP ON THE DASHBOARD. I DROVE TO WORK WHICH IS ONLY 8 MILES AWAY; GOING NO FASTER THAN 45 MPH. I ARRIVED AT WORK, PLACED VAN IN PARK, TURNED OFF THE VAN, TOOK KEY OUT OF IGNITION, TOOK OFF MY SEAT BELT, OPENED DOOR, AND THE AIRBAG BLE...

Apr 17, 2014 Electrical System 96,270 mi

THE ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAVE COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND WILL NOT RESET. THE TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH DOES NOT WORK. *TT

Apr 17, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 96,270 mi

THE ABS AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAVE COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND WILL NOT RESET. THE TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH DOES NOT WORK. *TT

Apr 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE PERSISTED UNTIL IT HAD BECOME A PERMANENT OCCURRENCE AND WOULD PRESENT ITSELF EVEN WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTI...

Apr 14, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 151,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE PERSISTED UNTIL IT HAD BECOME A PERMANENT OCCURRENCE AND WOULD PRESENT ITSELF EVEN WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTI...

Apr 11, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING RED BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. KEEP COMING ON AND SHUTTING OFF. *JS

Apr 11, 2014 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING RED BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. KEEP COMING ON AND SHUTTING OFF. *JS

Apr 9, 2014 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS PRESENT FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKET WAS FRACTURED DUE T...

Apr 9, 2014 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS PRESENT FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM REAR ATTACHING BRACKET WAS FRACTURED DUE T...

Apr 7, 2014 Service Brakes 101,465 mi

ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER VEHICLE WARM UP ALSO BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. GOING TO GARAGE TOMORROW TO CHECK ON RECALLS AND TO SEE IS THE IS A SERIOUS PROBLEMS ON WINDSTARS. FROM WHAT I BEEN READING ON THE INTERNET IT SEEM TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM FOR WINDSTAR OWNERS. *TR

Apr 7, 2014 Service Brakes 101,465 mi

ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER VEHICLE WARM UP ALSO BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. GOING TO GARAGE TOMORROW TO CHECK ON RECALLS AND TO SEE IS THE IS A SERIOUS PROBLEMS ON WINDSTARS. FROM WHAT I BEEN READING ON THE INTERNET IT SEEM TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM FOR WINDSTAR OWNERS. *TR

Apr 3, 2014 Service Brakes 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Apr 3, 2014 Engine 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Apr 3, 2014 Electrical System 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Apr 3, 2014 Service Brakes 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Apr 3, 2014 Engine 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Apr 3, 2014 Electrical System 181,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON THE DAY AFTER I BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR. I HAD TO DO SOME RESEARCH TO FIGURE OUT THAT IT NEEDED A LITTLE BIT OF WORK BECAUSE THE PREVIOUS OWNER LIED ABOUT WHY THEY WANTED TO SELL THE VAN. THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT AND IT RAN GREAT. WELL NOW THERE ARE SOME M...

Mar 30, 2014 Service Brakes 94,800 mi

WE BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND INTERMITTENTLY THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME ON AND WON'T TURN OFF UNTIL WE TURN OFF THE CAR. *TR

Mar 30, 2014 Service Brakes 94,800 mi

WE BOUGHT THIS CAR TODAY AND INTERMITTENTLY THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME ON AND WON'T TURN OFF UNTIL WE TURN OFF THE CAR. *TR

Mar 28, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION) AND RECENTLY DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Mar 28, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION) AND RECENTLY DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NO...

Mar 27, 2014 Service Brakes 76,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. *TR

Mar 27, 2014 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE C...

Mar 27, 2014 Service Brakes 76,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. *TR

Mar 27, 2014 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE C...

Mar 25, 2014 Suspension 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 25, 2014 Steering 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 25, 2014 Power Train 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 25, 2014 Suspension 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 25, 2014 Steering 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 25, 2014 Power Train 147,000 mi

FAILED FORD SUB FRAME RECALL NOISE IN FRONT END GOING OVER BUMPS TOOK IN FOR SERVICE. I WAS TOLD FRONT SUB FRAME WAS RUSTING APART. FORD WINDSTAR HAD SUB FRAME RECALL 3 YEARS AGO LARGE BRACKETS PLACED AROUND SUB FRAME(IN MICHIGAN). CALLED FORD DEALER(IN FLORIDA WEAR VEHICLE RESIDES) AND THEY AGR...

Mar 14, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 14, 2014 Service Brakes 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 14, 2014 Engine 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 14, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 14, 2014 Service Brakes 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 14, 2014 Engine 141,457 mi

THE ABS LIGHT, ADVANCED TRAC CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT, AND DASH LIGHTS ARE FLASHING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS. ALARMS BEEP AND THE ENGINE LOSES POWER. THIS HAS OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST SEVERAL WEEKS. THEN COMING ONTO THE FREEWAY THIS MORNING IT OCCURRED AGAIN AND THE...

Mar 12, 2014 Service Brakes 87,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON. PREMATURE ABS FAILURE NO FIX BUT TO REPLACE PUMP AND CONTROL UNIT. *TR

Mar 12, 2014 Service Brakes 87,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON. PREMATURE ABS FAILURE NO FIX BUT TO REPLACE PUMP AND CONTROL UNIT. *TR

Mar 11, 2014 Power Train 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Structure 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Wheels 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Steering 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Power Train 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Structure 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Wheels 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 11, 2014 Steering 10,000 mi

FORD CAME OUT AND TOOL MY CAR TO [XXX] CUNNINGHAM TO FIX MY CALL ON A SAFETY RECALL DATED 2/28/2014 THEN REFUSE TO FIX MY CAR STATE FORD REFUSE TO PAY HOME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR HE SAID I HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET. ALL REPAIR ARE FREE OF CHARGE MY CAR STILL AT THE SHOP AT THE SHOP BECAUSE THE FRONT ...

Mar 4, 2014 Electrical System

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND OUR MECHANIC INFORMED US THEY ARE FINE. THE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON ONCE THE CAR HAS WARMED UP OR IT IS RAINY OR HOT OUTSIDE. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 3-4 YEARS.

Mar 4, 2014 Electrical System

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND OUR MECHANIC INFORMED US THEY ARE FINE. THE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON ONCE THE CAR HAS WARMED UP OR IT IS RAINY OR HOT OUTSIDE. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 3-4 YEARS.

Mar 4, 2014 Electrical System

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND OUR MECHANIC INFORMED US THEY ARE FINE. THE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON ONCE THE CAR HAS WARMED UP OR IT IS RAINY OR HOT OUTSIDE. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 3-4 YEARS.

Mar 4, 2014 Electrical System

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND OUR MECHANIC INFORMED US THEY ARE FINE. THE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON ONCE THE CAR HAS WARMED UP OR IT IS RAINY OR HOT OUTSIDE. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY 3-4 YEARS.

Mar 1, 2014 Electrical System 192,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASH LIGHTS COME ON AT ANYTIME....DRIVING,STOPPED AT RED LIGHT,TURN ENGINE ON..GOING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD...ETC,ETC,ETC. *TR

Mar 1, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AFTER DRIVING A FEW MINUTES AND ABS BRAKES DON'T WORK. LIGHT IS NOT ON UPON NEXT START. *TR

Mar 1, 2014 Electrical System 192,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASH LIGHTS COME ON AT ANYTIME....DRIVING,STOPPED AT RED LIGHT,TURN ENGINE ON..GOING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD...ETC,ETC,ETC. *TR

Mar 1, 2014 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AFTER DRIVING A FEW MINUTES AND ABS BRAKES DON'T WORK. LIGHT IS NOT ON UPON NEXT START. *TR

Feb 27, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Service Brakes Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AT SPEEDS 35MPH-40MPH FOR NO REASON AND STAYS ON UNTIL VEHICLE STOPS AND COMPUTER REBOOTS. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND AND BRAKE CONTROL MODULE REPLACED. EVERYTHING POSSIBLE HAS BEEN DONE ACCORDING TO WHAT THE TESTER SAYS MAY BE WRONG. IT DID NOT PASS A STATE INSPE...

Feb 27, 2014 Suspension

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Structure

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN THE DETACHMENT OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THERE WAS A RECALL RELATED TO THE DEFECT UNDER NHTSA CAMP...

Feb 27, 2014 Service Brakes Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MODEL SEL, I'M ENCOUNTERING A PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM/ABS, AS WELL AS, MY CLUSTER GAUGE GOING HAYWIRE DOING WHAT IT WANTS ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. THE BRAKING SYSTEM IS STARTING TO BECOME MORE FREQUENT. I'VE GONE TO FORD FOR THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM AND A F...

Feb 27, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AT SPEEDS 35MPH-40MPH FOR NO REASON AND STAYS ON UNTIL VEHICLE STOPS AND COMPUTER REBOOTS. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND AND BRAKE CONTROL MODULE REPLACED. EVERYTHING POSSIBLE HAS BEEN DONE ACCORDING TO WHAT THE TESTER SAYS MAY BE WRONG. IT DID NOT PASS A STATE INSPE...

Feb 18, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL WAS ABNORMALLY TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AXLE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL WAS ABNORMALLY TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AXLE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Seat Belts

I BELIEVE THE SEAT BELTS IN MY FORD WINDSTAR DO NOT RETRACT PROPERLY. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A DEFECT WITH THE VAN AND FORD WILL NOT LOOK INTO THE ISSUE WITHOUT CHARGING ME A FEE. THERE WAS A SEAT BELT RECALL IN THE PAST ON SOME FORD WINDSTARS BUT FORD CLAIMS IT DOES NOT AFFECT THIS MODEL. THIS ISSUE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Service Brakes 132,000 mi

RAN THRU STOP SIGNS REPLACED ALL BRAKES AND THE BRAKE PEDDLE JUST PULSED AND WOULD NOT STOP MY VAN. *TR

Feb 18, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL WAS ABNORMALLY TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AXLE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL WAS ABNORMALLY TILTED INWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AXLE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Seat Belts

I BELIEVE THE SEAT BELTS IN MY FORD WINDSTAR DO NOT RETRACT PROPERLY. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A DEFECT WITH THE VAN AND FORD WILL NOT LOOK INTO THE ISSUE WITHOUT CHARGING ME A FEE. THERE WAS A SEAT BELT RECALL IN THE PAST ON SOME FORD WINDSTARS BUT FORD CLAIMS IT DOES NOT AFFECT THIS MODEL. THIS ISSUE ...

Feb 18, 2014 Service Brakes 132,000 mi

RAN THRU STOP SIGNS REPLACED ALL BRAKES AND THE BRAKE PEDDLE JUST PULSED AND WOULD NOT STOP MY VAN. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Suspension 101,900 mi

WHILE CLEANING THE CAR I NOTICED A CRACK ABOUT 2 FOOT WIDE IN THE REAR AXLE BEAM. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. BRAKE LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. RECALL WORK WAS DONE. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Electrical System 75,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. BRAKE LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. RECALL WORK WAS DONE. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Suspension 101,900 mi

WHILE CLEANING THE CAR I NOTICED A CRACK ABOUT 2 FOOT WIDE IN THE REAR AXLE BEAM. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. BRAKE LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. RECALL WORK WAS DONE. *TR

Feb 12, 2014 Electrical System 75,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. BRAKE LIGHT ON, ON DASHBOARD. RECALL WORK WAS DONE. *TR

Jan 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A TRAFFIC STOP, HE ACCIDENTLY ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL RESUME MECHANISM. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY INCREASED ACCELERATION AND THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. AFTER RESTARTING THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Jan 29, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A TRAFFIC STOP, HE ACCIDENTLY ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL RESUME MECHANISM. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY INCREASED ACCELERATION AND THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. AFTER RESTARTING THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS ...

Jan 20, 2014 Service Brakes 180,600 mi

ABS LIGHT AND CODE C1185 CAME ON. A RELAY FAILURE FOR ABS BRAKES. *TR

Jan 20, 2014 Service Brakes 180,600 mi

ABS LIGHT AND CODE C1185 CAME ON. A RELAY FAILURE FOR ABS BRAKES. *TR

Jan 14, 2014 Power Train 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT REVERSING FROM A DRIVEWAY, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THE DIAGNOSIS WAS UNCLEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROX...

Jan 14, 2014 Power Train 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT REVERSING FROM A DRIVEWAY, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THE DIAGNOSIS WAS UNCLEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROX...

Jan 4, 2014 Power Train 199,999 mi

VAN RPM NEEDLE GOES HAYWIRE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND TRIES TO STALL OUT...ENGINE FEELS LIKE IT IS TRYING TO JUMP OUT OF VEHICLE. *TR

Jan 4, 2014 Power Train 199,999 mi

VAN RPM NEEDLE GOES HAYWIRE WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND TRIES TO STALL OUT...ENGINE FEELS LIKE IT IS TRYING TO JUMP OUT OF VEHICLE. *TR

Dec 30, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON, MECHANIC SAID THE ECU WAS SHORTED AND FORD WAS LOOKING INTO A RECALL. FORD HAS NOTHING ON THEIR WEBSITE, BUT HAVE FOUND MANY EXTERNAL SITES OFFERING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Dec 30, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON, MECHANIC SAID THE ECU WAS SHORTED AND FORD WAS LOOKING INTO A RECALL. FORD HAS NOTHING ON THEIR WEBSITE, BUT HAVE FOUND MANY EXTERNAL SITES OFFERING THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

Dec 26, 2013 Equipment

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS BEGAN COMING ON MY DASH. THEY WILL GO OFF PERIODICALLY, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THE FIRST DATE THIS HAPPENED WAS IN 2010. I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TOOK IT TO THE AUTO SHOP RIGHT AWAY AND WAS QUOTED OVER $1,000 TO FIX IT. I ASKED WHAT THE PART DOES AND WAS TOLD THAT IT MOS...

Dec 26, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS BEGAN COMING ON MY DASH. THEY WILL GO OFF PERIODICALLY, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THE FIRST DATE THIS HAPPENED WAS IN 2010. I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TOOK IT TO THE AUTO SHOP RIGHT AWAY AND WAS QUOTED OVER $1,000 TO FIX IT. I ASKED WHAT THE PART DOES AND WAS TOLD THAT IT MOS...

Dec 26, 2013 Equipment

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS BEGAN COMING ON MY DASH. THEY WILL GO OFF PERIODICALLY, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THE FIRST DATE THIS HAPPENED WAS IN 2010. I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TOOK IT TO THE AUTO SHOP RIGHT AWAY AND WAS QUOTED OVER $1,000 TO FIX IT. I ASKED WHAT THE PART DOES AND WAS TOLD THAT IT MOS...

Dec 26, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS BEGAN COMING ON MY DASH. THEY WILL GO OFF PERIODICALLY, AND THEN COME BACK ON. THE FIRST DATE THIS HAPPENED WAS IN 2010. I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TOOK IT TO THE AUTO SHOP RIGHT AWAY AND WAS QUOTED OVER $1,000 TO FIX IT. I ASKED WHAT THE PART DOES AND WAS TOLD THAT IT MOS...

Dec 24, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND FAILED TO ENGAGE IN A TIMELY MANNER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE A FAILURE CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT N...

Dec 24, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED AND FAILED TO ENGAGE IN A TIMELY MANNER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE A FAILURE CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT N...

Dec 22, 2013 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ON CONTINUOUSLY. *TR

Dec 22, 2013 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ON CONTINUOUSLY. *TR

Dec 21, 2013 Power Train 136,000 mi

I WENT TO PUT THE FORD IN GEAR AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR ANY GEAR, I SEE THERE IS A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ON THE MATTER. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS TRANSMISSION BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR WORSE. *TR

Dec 21, 2013 Power Train 136,000 mi

I WENT TO PUT THE FORD IN GEAR AND IT WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR ANY GEAR, I SEE THERE IS A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ON THE MATTER. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS TRANSMISSION BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT OR WORSE. *TR

Dec 20, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

AS THE DRIVERS OF FORD WINDSTARS WE ALL GOT TREATED UNFAIR FORD WONT EVEN HELP ITS CURRENT FORD WINDSTAR DRIVERS I'VE MET ALOT WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THEY ARE AGITATED,, FIRST OFF ONLY HAD THIS SINCE LAST YEAR AND AFTER THE LAST 6 MONTHS OF THIS IT HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE VAN TO DRIVE, FIRST CHANGING THE A...

Dec 20, 2013 Engine 130,000 mi

AS THE DRIVERS OF FORD WINDSTARS WE ALL GOT TREATED UNFAIR FORD WONT EVEN HELP ITS CURRENT FORD WINDSTAR DRIVERS I'VE MET ALOT WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THEY ARE AGITATED,, FIRST OFF ONLY HAD THIS SINCE LAST YEAR AND AFTER THE LAST 6 MONTHS OF THIS IT HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE VAN TO DRIVE, FIRST CHANGING THE A...

Dec 20, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

AS THE DRIVERS OF FORD WINDSTARS WE ALL GOT TREATED UNFAIR FORD WONT EVEN HELP ITS CURRENT FORD WINDSTAR DRIVERS I'VE MET ALOT WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THEY ARE AGITATED,, FIRST OFF ONLY HAD THIS SINCE LAST YEAR AND AFTER THE LAST 6 MONTHS OF THIS IT HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE VAN TO DRIVE, FIRST CHANGING THE A...

Dec 20, 2013 Engine 130,000 mi

AS THE DRIVERS OF FORD WINDSTARS WE ALL GOT TREATED UNFAIR FORD WONT EVEN HELP ITS CURRENT FORD WINDSTAR DRIVERS I'VE MET ALOT WINDSTAR OWNERS AND THEY ARE AGITATED,, FIRST OFF ONLY HAD THIS SINCE LAST YEAR AND AFTER THE LAST 6 MONTHS OF THIS IT HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE VAN TO DRIVE, FIRST CHANGING THE A...

Dec 16, 2013 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, TURN SIGNAL WOULD NOT TURN OFF AFTER TURN WAS MADE. I COULD NOT MANUALLY TURN IT OFF. ALL GAUGES BEGAN TO GO CRAZY. SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER REVOLVED FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER THEN SETTLED AT THE BOTTOM AND DID NOT REGISTER SPEED OR RPM. FUEL GAUGE SETTLED TO THE BOTTOM AND THE...

Dec 16, 2013 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING, TURN SIGNAL WOULD NOT TURN OFF AFTER TURN WAS MADE. I COULD NOT MANUALLY TURN IT OFF. ALL GAUGES BEGAN TO GO CRAZY. SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER REVOLVED FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER THEN SETTLED AT THE BOTTOM AND DID NOT REGISTER SPEED OR RPM. FUEL GAUGE SETTLED TO THE BOTTOM AND THE...

Nov 29, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

ABS MODULE FREQUENTLY SENDS WARNING WITH MULTIPLE TROUBLE CODES. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONAL WHEN THIS OCCURS. *TR

Nov 29, 2013 Electrical System 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 29, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 29, 2013 Service Brakes 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 29, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

ABS MODULE FREQUENTLY SENDS WARNING WITH MULTIPLE TROUBLE CODES. MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONAL WHEN THIS OCCURS. *TR

Nov 29, 2013 Electrical System 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 29, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 29, 2013 Service Brakes 89,028 mi

THE SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER & CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK & ABS PUMP RAN CONTINUOUSLY. ABS & BRAKE LIGHT STAYED ON. THIS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMP. WAS AROUND 80-85 DEG.F & LIGHTS SHUT OFF ONCE THE ENGINE COOLED. DIAGNOSIS WAS DEFECTIVE BRAKE CONTROL MOD. PULLED FUSE 101 TO KEEP PUMP FRO...

Nov 24, 2013 Steering 97,332 mi

MINI VAN STEERING STARTED MAKING CLUNKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. THEN I NOTICE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT STRAIGHT WHEN CAR IS DRIVING STRAIGHT AND SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH ALIGNMENT. AUTOMECHANIC TOLD ME PASSENGER SIDE SUB-FRAME ROTTED OUT AND MINIVAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I INVESTIGATED POTENTIAL RECALL ...

Nov 24, 2013 Structure 97,332 mi

MINI VAN STEERING STARTED MAKING CLUNKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. THEN I NOTICE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT STRAIGHT WHEN CAR IS DRIVING STRAIGHT AND SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH ALIGNMENT. AUTOMECHANIC TOLD ME PASSENGER SIDE SUB-FRAME ROTTED OUT AND MINIVAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I INVESTIGATED POTENTIAL RECALL ...

Nov 24, 2013 Steering 97,332 mi

MINI VAN STEERING STARTED MAKING CLUNKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. THEN I NOTICE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT STRAIGHT WHEN CAR IS DRIVING STRAIGHT AND SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH ALIGNMENT. AUTOMECHANIC TOLD ME PASSENGER SIDE SUB-FRAME ROTTED OUT AND MINIVAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I INVESTIGATED POTENTIAL RECALL ...

Nov 24, 2013 Structure 97,332 mi

MINI VAN STEERING STARTED MAKING CLUNKING NOISE WHILE TURNING. THEN I NOTICE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT STRAIGHT WHEN CAR IS DRIVING STRAIGHT AND SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH ALIGNMENT. AUTOMECHANIC TOLD ME PASSENGER SIDE SUB-FRAME ROTTED OUT AND MINIVAN IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I INVESTIGATED POTENTIAL RECALL ...

Nov 20, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2013 Electrical System 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2013 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2013 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2013 Electrical System 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 20, 2013 Equipment Adaptive/mobility 110,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BECAME INOPERABLE ACCORDING TO CODE C1185 ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR

Nov 19, 2013 Service Brakes 168,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR QUITE SOMETIME, IT WOULD NOT PASS EMISSIONS. A FEW WEEKS AGO I ALMOST GOT IN AN ACCIDENT, DUE TO THE FACT, I COULD NOT STOP THE VAN!! I HAVE A YOUNG CHILD AND THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE FORD!! NEVER AGAIN WILL I PURCHASE A FORD. *TR

Nov 19, 2013 Service Brakes 168,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR QUITE SOMETIME, IT WOULD NOT PASS EMISSIONS. A FEW WEEKS AGO I ALMOST GOT IN AN ACCIDENT, DUE TO THE FACT, I COULD NOT STOP THE VAN!! I HAVE A YOUNG CHILD AND THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE FORD!! NEVER AGAIN WILL I PURCHASE A FORD. *TR

Nov 18, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN STOPPED. THE CAR WILL NOT RESTART. IT IS NOT ANYTHING THAT PERTAINS TO A TUNE UP OR OIL CHANGE OR TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE RADIATOR GOT LOW A;LITTLE BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED E...

Nov 18, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 138,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN STOPPED. THE CAR WILL NOT RESTART. IT IS NOT ANYTHING THAT PERTAINS TO A TUNE UP OR OIL CHANGE OR TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE RADIATOR GOT LOW A;LITTLE BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED E...

Nov 18, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 18, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN STOPPED. THE CAR WILL NOT RESTART. IT IS NOT ANYTHING THAT PERTAINS TO A TUNE UP OR OIL CHANGE OR TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE RADIATOR GOT LOW A;LITTLE BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED E...

Nov 18, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 138,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN STOPPED. THE CAR WILL NOT RESTART. IT IS NOT ANYTHING THAT PERTAINS TO A TUNE UP OR OIL CHANGE OR TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE RADIATOR GOT LOW A;LITTLE BUT THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED E...

Nov 18, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 12, 2013 Structure 84,549 mi

THE ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE IS WITH ITS SUBFRAME. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE PORTION OF IT IS RUSTING OUT. I TOOK IT IN ON 11/4/13 TO A LICENSED VEHICLE SERVICE PLACE FOR A REGULAR OIL CHANGE, ONLY TO HAVE THE MECHANIC TELL ME THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTING OUT. AFTER LEARNING THIS NEWS (AND VIEWING THE SUBF...

Nov 12, 2013 Structure 84,549 mi

THE ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE IS WITH ITS SUBFRAME. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE PORTION OF IT IS RUSTING OUT. I TOOK IT IN ON 11/4/13 TO A LICENSED VEHICLE SERVICE PLACE FOR A REGULAR OIL CHANGE, ONLY TO HAVE THE MECHANIC TELL ME THE SUBFRAME IS RUSTING OUT. AFTER LEARNING THIS NEWS (AND VIEWING THE SUBF...

Nov 5, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

REAR AXLE CRACKED . FORD SAID THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY AXLE , NOW FORD SAYS THEY RECALL IS OVER . I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW FORD CAN GET AWAY WITH THIS. *TR

Nov 5, 2013 Power Train 90,000 mi

REAR AXLE CRACKED . FORD SAID THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY AXLE , NOW FORD SAYS THEY RECALL IS OVER . I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW FORD CAN GET AWAY WITH THIS. *TR

Oct 31, 2013 Suspension 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 31, 2013 Engine 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 31, 2013 Wheels 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 31, 2013 Suspension 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 31, 2013 Engine 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 31, 2013 Wheels 49,593 mi

PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 10/14/13,DROVE VEHICLE TO SOUTH CAROLINA FROM NEW JERSEY ON 10/15/13,ABOUT HALFWAY THERE NOTICED A LOUD CLUNKING WHILE BRAKING, OR TURNING VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT.HAD VEHICLE LOOKED AT BY MECHANIC ON 10/24/13.IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A COMPLETELY ROTTED SUBFRAME AND...

Oct 28, 2013 Service Brakes 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000.

Oct 28, 2013 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.

Oct 28, 2013 Service Brakes 111,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000.

Oct 28, 2013 Service Brakes 133,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.

Oct 21, 2013 Suspension 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Steering 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Wheels 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Power Train 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I TESTED THE BRAKES AND THEY STILL WORKED. PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THEM OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. WORKED OK CONTINUED ON MY TRIP. HAVE SINCE HAD NUMEROUS TIMES THIS HIS OCCURRED. HAVE FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE C...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I TESTED THE BRAKES AND THEY STILL WORKED. PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THEM OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. WORKED OK CONTINUED ON MY TRIP. HAVE SINCE HAD NUMEROUS TIMES THIS HIS OCCURRED. HAVE FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE C...

Oct 21, 2013 Suspension 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Steering 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Wheels 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Power Train 47,200 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR THE REAR AXLE RECALL AND WAS REPAIRED. THE AXLE HAS CRACKED AGAIN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO SAID THAT THEY CONTACTED FORD ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WERE TOLD THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR OR REPLACE THE AXLE THE VAN ONLY HAS 47000 MILES ON IT WE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT RE...

Oct 21, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I TESTED THE BRAKES AND THEY STILL WORKED. PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THEM OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. WORKED OK CONTINUED ON MY TRIP. HAVE SINCE HAD NUMEROUS TIMES THIS HIS OCCURRED. HAVE FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE C...

Oct 21, 2013 Electrical System 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I TESTED THE BRAKES AND THEY STILL WORKED. PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THEM OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. WORKED OK CONTINUED ON MY TRIP. HAVE SINCE HAD NUMEROUS TIMES THIS HIS OCCURRED. HAVE FOUND OUT THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE C...

Oct 17, 2013 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. IT DOESN'T GO OFF UNTIL I TURN OFF IGNITION. WHEN I START THE ENGINE AGAIN THE LIGHTS ARE OFF BUT USUALLY WITHIN 10 MILES DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AGAIN. EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE THE LIGHTS WON'T COME ON...

Oct 17, 2013 Service Brakes 118,000 mi

I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. IT DOESN'T GO OFF UNTIL I TURN OFF IGNITION. WHEN I START THE ENGINE AGAIN THE LIGHTS ARE OFF BUT USUALLY WITHIN 10 MILES DOWN THE ROAD THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AGAIN. EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE THE LIGHTS WON'T COME ON...

Oct 11, 2013 Service Brakes 116,234 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT FRONT ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED ...

Oct 11, 2013 Service Brakes 116,234 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT FRONT ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED ...

Sep 30, 2013 Service Brakes 167,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. *TR

Sep 30, 2013 Service Brakes 167,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. *TR

Sep 27, 2013 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ALL CAME ON AND ARE STAYING MOST OF THE TIME. *TR

Sep 27, 2013 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ALL CAME ON AND ARE STAYING MOST OF THE TIME. *TR

Sep 22, 2013 Suspension 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS BEEN OWNED BY MY FAMILY SINCE IT LEFT THE LINE. I WAS NOTIFIED OF A RECALL TO THE CONTROL ARMS IN 2011 AND TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IN JUNE 2012 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND HAD JUST TURNED ON MY STREET WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY M...

Sep 22, 2013 Unknown Or Other 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS BEEN OWNED BY MY FAMILY SINCE IT LEFT THE LINE. I WAS NOTIFIED OF A RECALL TO THE CONTROL ARMS IN 2011 AND TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IN JUNE 2012 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND HAD JUST TURNED ON MY STREET WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY M...

Sep 22, 2013 Suspension 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS BEEN OWNED BY MY FAMILY SINCE IT LEFT THE LINE. I WAS NOTIFIED OF A RECALL TO THE CONTROL ARMS IN 2011 AND TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IN JUNE 2012 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND HAD JUST TURNED ON MY STREET WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY M...

Sep 22, 2013 Unknown Or Other 130,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS BEEN OWNED BY MY FAMILY SINCE IT LEFT THE LINE. I WAS NOTIFIED OF A RECALL TO THE CONTROL ARMS IN 2011 AND TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IN JUNE 2012 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND HAD JUST TURNED ON MY STREET WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND MY CAR WOULD BARELY M...

Sep 19, 2013 Service Brakes 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE "ABS" AND "BRAKE" LIGHTS COME ON, AND SOMETIMES GO OFF AND MOSTLY COME BACK ON AGAIN AND I LOOSE THE FOUR WHEEL BRAKING PROTECTION AND THE CAR SKIDS. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Service Brakes 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 43,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED E. BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT SAME TIME. INDICATING BRAKE MODULE HAS FAULTED. SEEMS MANY OWNERS HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SAME ISSUE AT EARLY STAGES OF OWNERSHIP. *TR

Sep 19, 2013 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

THE "ABS" AND "BRAKE" LIGHTS COME ON, AND SOMETIMES GO OFF AND MOSTLY COME BACK ON AGAIN AND I LOOSE THE FOUR WHEEL BRAKING PROTECTION AND THE CAR SKIDS. *TR

Sep 14, 2013 Suspension

WE DROVE TO THE STORE AND REALIZED THAT OUR REAR TIRES WERE TILTED. WE WERE LOOKING AT IT AND A GUY THAT WORKED AT THE GARAGE NEXT DOOR CLIMBED UNDER AND TOLD US WHAT IT WAS. HE SAID THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN, HE ALSO SAID THAT THERE HAD BEEN A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. I CONTACTED OUR LOCAL FORD D...

Sep 14, 2013 Service Brakes

WE DROVE TO THE STORE AND REALIZED THAT OUR REAR TIRES WERE TILTED. WE WERE LOOKING AT IT AND A GUY THAT WORKED AT THE GARAGE NEXT DOOR CLIMBED UNDER AND TOLD US WHAT IT WAS. HE SAID THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN, HE ALSO SAID THAT THERE HAD BEEN A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. I CONTACTED OUR LOCAL FORD D...

Sep 14, 2013 Service Brakes 85,000 mi

ECU MASTER RELAY HAS A BAD SOLDIER JOINT WHICH FAILED CAUSING THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. MOST OFTEN, I WILL GET A FEW MILES DOWN THE ROAD WHEN THEY COME ON. THE STAY ON THE ENTIRE TIME WHILE IN OPERATION. OCCASIONALLY, IT WILL NOT COME ON RIGHT AWAY RIGHT AFTER SHUTTIN...

Sep 14, 2013 Suspension

WE DROVE TO THE STORE AND REALIZED THAT OUR REAR TIRES WERE TILTED. WE WERE LOOKING AT IT AND A GUY THAT WORKED AT THE GARAGE NEXT DOOR CLIMBED UNDER AND TOLD US WHAT IT WAS. HE SAID THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN, HE ALSO SAID THAT THERE HAD BEEN A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. I CONTACTED OUR LOCAL FORD D...

Sep 14, 2013 Service Brakes

WE DROVE TO THE STORE AND REALIZED THAT OUR REAR TIRES WERE TILTED. WE WERE LOOKING AT IT AND A GUY THAT WORKED AT THE GARAGE NEXT DOOR CLIMBED UNDER AND TOLD US WHAT IT WAS. HE SAID THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN, HE ALSO SAID THAT THERE HAD BEEN A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. I CONTACTED OUR LOCAL FORD D...

Sep 14, 2013 Service Brakes 85,000 mi

ECU MASTER RELAY HAS A BAD SOLDIER JOINT WHICH FAILED CAUSING THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. MOST OFTEN, I WILL GET A FEW MILES DOWN THE ROAD WHEN THEY COME ON. THE STAY ON THE ENTIRE TIME WHILE IN OPERATION. OCCASIONALLY, IT WILL NOT COME ON RIGHT AWAY RIGHT AFTER SHUTTIN...

Sep 11, 2013 Service Brakes 165,389 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS PROBLEM FOR OVER 3 YEARS. I HAVE REPLACED THE ABS MODULE ONCE AT A HIGH COST $.TIRED OF FORD RUN AROUND. *TR

Sep 11, 2013 Service Brakes 165,389 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS PROBLEM FOR OVER 3 YEARS. I HAVE REPLACED THE ABS MODULE ONCE AT A HIGH COST $.TIRED OF FORD RUN AROUND. *TR

Sep 10, 2013 Service Brakes 99,965 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK CAR TO THE SHOP AND THEY HAVE DONE MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTICS AND AFTER $500+ DOLLARS LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON. *TR

Sep 10, 2013 Service Brakes 99,965 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TOOK CAR TO THE SHOP AND THEY HAVE DONE MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTICS AND AFTER $500+ DOLLARS LIGHT STILL KEEPS COMING ON. *TR

Sep 9, 2013 Electrical System

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 9, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 9, 2013 Electrical System

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 9, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 9, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME AND THE SYSTEMS DON'T WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON THEREFORE THEY AREN'T NEVER WORKING AND MY ODOMETER QUIT WORKING AND MY OTHER GAUGES GO CRAZY LIKE IT'S AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM GONE CRAZY. I DON'T KNOW WHAT GAUGES ACTUALLY WORK AND WHICH ONES DON'T CAUSE THEY SEEM TO GO CR...

Sep 7, 2013 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, ABS SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON.

Sep 7, 2013 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, ABS SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK WHEN LIGHT IS ON.

Sep 6, 2013 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED ...

Sep 6, 2013 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED ...

Sep 6, 2013 Suspension 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED ...

Sep 6, 2013 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED ...

Sep 3, 2013 Electrical System 156,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 156,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE...

Sep 3, 2013 Electrical System 156,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 156,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE...

Aug 29, 2013 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING HAS CODES C1185,C1198,C1194,C1254,C1246,C1250,C1242,C1214,C1210 THESE WAS PULLED FROM ASSOCIATE FROM ADVANCE AUTO

Aug 29, 2013 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING HAS CODES C1185,C1198,C1194,C1254,C1246,C1250,C1242,C1214,C1210 THESE WAS PULLED FROM ASSOCIATE FROM ADVANCE AUTO

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. I AM ALSO HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. I STARTED MY VEHICLE, PUT IT IN DRIVE AND IT DID NOT GO ANYWHERE. I HEARD THAT SEVERAL PEOPLE ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND I NEED TO FIND OUT IF THERE IS A RECALL ON IT. *TR

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. I AM ALSO HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER. I STARTED MY VEHICLE, PUT IT IN DRIVE AND IT DID NOT GO ANYWHERE. I HEARD THAT SEVERAL PEOPLE ARE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND I NEED TO FIND OUT IF THERE IS A RECALL ON IT. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Service Brakes 65,500 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT IS ON. LOSS OF ABS AND HARD BRAKING. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Air Bags

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Electrical System

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Tires

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Service Brakes 65,500 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT IS ON. LOSS OF ABS AND HARD BRAKING. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Air Bags

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Electrical System

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 16, 2013 Tires

ABS/AIRBAG, TIRE GAUGE LIGHTS ON - EBCM MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 14, 2013 Engine 157,632 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WHITEFISH MONTANA WHICH IS ABOUT 20 MILES FROM MY HOME WHEN THE VAN JUST STOPPED, IT KEPT RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT MOVE SO I SHUT THE VAN OFF AND IT WOULDN'T START UNLESS IT WAS JUMPED, SO WE JUMPED IT ALL THE WAY HOME. WE ENDED UP REPLACING THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR THE VA...

Aug 14, 2013 Electrical System 157,632 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WHITEFISH MONTANA WHICH IS ABOUT 20 MILES FROM MY HOME WHEN THE VAN JUST STOPPED, IT KEPT RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT MOVE SO I SHUT THE VAN OFF AND IT WOULDN'T START UNLESS IT WAS JUMPED, SO WE JUMPED IT ALL THE WAY HOME. WE ENDED UP REPLACING THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR THE VA...

Aug 14, 2013 Engine 157,632 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WHITEFISH MONTANA WHICH IS ABOUT 20 MILES FROM MY HOME WHEN THE VAN JUST STOPPED, IT KEPT RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT MOVE SO I SHUT THE VAN OFF AND IT WOULDN'T START UNLESS IT WAS JUMPED, SO WE JUMPED IT ALL THE WAY HOME. WE ENDED UP REPLACING THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR THE VA...

Aug 14, 2013 Electrical System 157,632 mi

I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WHITEFISH MONTANA WHICH IS ABOUT 20 MILES FROM MY HOME WHEN THE VAN JUST STOPPED, IT KEPT RUNNING BUT WOULD NOT MOVE SO I SHUT THE VAN OFF AND IT WOULDN'T START UNLESS IT WAS JUMPED, SO WE JUMPED IT ALL THE WAY HOME. WE ENDED UP REPLACING THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR THE VA...

Aug 12, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MA...

Aug 12, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MA...

Aug 4, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND ENGINE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FOR YEARS. HOWEVER, THEY WERE ELECTRICAL MISFIRES AND DID NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOW SEEM THAT THE ABS IS FAILING. THE CAR BRAKES NORMALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HOWEVER, OVER 30 MPH IT NOW SEEMS THAT THE BRAKES LOCK ...

Aug 4, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND ENGINE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FOR YEARS. HOWEVER, THEY WERE ELECTRICAL MISFIRES AND DID NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOW SEEM THAT THE ABS IS FAILING. THE CAR BRAKES NORMALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HOWEVER, OVER 30 MPH IT NOW SEEMS THAT THE BRAKES LOCK ...

Aug 4, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND ENGINE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FOR YEARS. HOWEVER, THEY WERE ELECTRICAL MISFIRES AND DID NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOW SEEM THAT THE ABS IS FAILING. THE CAR BRAKES NORMALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HOWEVER, OVER 30 MPH IT NOW SEEMS THAT THE BRAKES LOCK ...

Aug 4, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND ENGINE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FOR YEARS. HOWEVER, THEY WERE ELECTRICAL MISFIRES AND DID NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. IT DOES NOW SEEM THAT THE ABS IS FAILING. THE CAR BRAKES NORMALLY AT LOW SPEEDS. HOWEVER, OVER 30 MPH IT NOW SEEMS THAT THE BRAKES LOCK ...

Aug 1, 2013 Electrical System 104,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER & ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING. ABS LIGHT ON (WHICH HAS BEEN HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL MONTHS). *TR

Aug 1, 2013 Electrical System 104,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER & ODOMETER STOPPED WORKING. ABS LIGHT ON (WHICH HAS BEEN HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL MONTHS). *TR

Jul 31, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS BRAKE COMES ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jul 31, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS BRAKE COMES ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jul 30, 2013 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jul 30, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. ABS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ARE AS FOLLOWS: C1234; C1235; C1236; C1185; U1260; C1446 AUTO MECHANIC STATES THAT IS COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORD ABS CONTROL MODULE (BRAKE ECU). FORD BULLETIN ON C1185 CODE STATES FAULTY SOLDER CONNECTION...

Jul 30, 2013 Suspension 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jul 30, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 76,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. ABS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ARE AS FOLLOWS: C1234; C1235; C1236; C1185; U1260; C1446 AUTO MECHANIC STATES THAT IS COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORD ABS CONTROL MODULE (BRAKE ECU). FORD BULLETIN ON C1185 CODE STATES FAULTY SOLDER CONNECTION...

Jul 29, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING THE VAN AND STAY ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jul 29, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING THE VAN AND STAY ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Jul 16, 2013 Power Train Crash 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON AND UNOCCUPIED THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A PEDESTRIAN ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BUT ENDED UP BEING PINNED BETWEEN THE TWO VEHICLES. THE PEDESTRIAN SUSTAINED INJURIES TO T...

Jul 16, 2013 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS COME ON AND GO OFF REPEATEDLY . WE HAVE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY .THE BRAKES SEEM TO OPERATE OK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS AND CAN FIND NO OTHER PROBLEMS BUT MY CARRIES OUR CHILDREN AROUND IN THIS THING .WHAT THE INFO I HAVE GATHERED THERE SEEMS TO BE SOME KIND OF...

Jul 16, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS MODULE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Jul 16, 2013 Power Train Crash 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED ON AND UNOCCUPIED THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. A PEDESTRIAN ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BUT ENDED UP BEING PINNED BETWEEN THE TWO VEHICLES. THE PEDESTRIAN SUSTAINED INJURIES TO T...

Jul 16, 2013 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS COME ON AND GO OFF REPEATEDLY . WE HAVE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY .THE BRAKES SEEM TO OPERATE OK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS AND CAN FIND NO OTHER PROBLEMS BUT MY CARRIES OUR CHILDREN AROUND IN THIS THING .WHAT THE INFO I HAVE GATHERED THERE SEEMS TO BE SOME KIND OF...

Jul 16, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS MODULE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Jul 15, 2013 Suspension 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 15, 2013 Electrical System 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 15, 2013 Service Brakes 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 15, 2013 Suspension 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 15, 2013 Electrical System 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 15, 2013 Service Brakes 38,381 mi

BOUGHT THE 2003 WINDSTAR IN 04/26/ 2004 IT WAS A CERTIFIED PROGRAM CAR FROM A DEALER AND HAD MILEAGE OF 013335 WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH IT. FIRST THE REAR DOORS WILL CLOSE AND THEN REOPEN THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSORS IN THE DOORS STILL HAVE THAT PROBLEM, SECOND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPL...

Jul 14, 2013 Structure 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Suspension 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Structure 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Electrical System 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 14, 2013 Suspension 112,000 mi

REAR AXLE COMPLETELY SNAPPED IN TWO. ALSO, THE VAN HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON TOOK IN FOR A CODE READ AND NOTHING. THE ELECTRICAL ACTS VERY STRANGE MUSIC AND LIGHTS FADE IN AND OUT AND THE CRUISE CONTROL IS VERY JERKY. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Suspension 135,000 mi

I WAS STARTING TO GET A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR MINIVAN WHICH CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE. I TOOK THE VAN INTO A REPUTABLE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. I WITNESSED THE INSPECTION AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG BUT IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT CORROSION CAUSED CRAC...

Jul 11, 2013 Wheels 135,000 mi

I WAS STARTING TO GET A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR MINIVAN WHICH CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE. I TOOK THE VAN INTO A REPUTABLE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. I WITNESSED THE INSPECTION AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG BUT IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT CORROSION CAUSED CRAC...

Jul 11, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND WONT GO OFF. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Service Brakes 10,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND WONT GO OFF. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Suspension 135,000 mi

I WAS STARTING TO GET A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR MINIVAN WHICH CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE. I TOOK THE VAN INTO A REPUTABLE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. I WITNESSED THE INSPECTION AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG BUT IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT CORROSION CAUSED CRAC...

Jul 11, 2013 Wheels 135,000 mi

I WAS STARTING TO GET A CLUNKING NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR MINIVAN WHICH CONTINUED TO BECOME WORSE. I TOOK THE VAN INTO A REPUTABLE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED. I WITNESSED THE INSPECTION AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS WRONG BUT IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT CORROSION CAUSED CRAC...

Jul 11, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 10,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND WONT GO OFF. *TR

Jul 11, 2013 Service Brakes 10,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT IS ON AND WONT GO OFF. *TR

Jul 10, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, SHE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS FRACTURED AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFA...

Jul 10, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, SHE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS FRACTURED AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFA...

Jul 7, 2013 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON OCCASIONALLY. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST 4 OR 5 TIMES A MONTH. *TR

Jul 7, 2013 Structure

THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT ALWAYS SHUT ALL THE WAY. IT ALSO DOES NOT USUALLY OPEN WITHOUT PULLING THE LOCK AT THE SAME TIME AS TRYING TO OPEN IT. *TR

Jul 7, 2013 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON OCCASIONALLY. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST 4 OR 5 TIMES A MONTH. *TR

Jul 7, 2013 Structure

THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT ALWAYS SHUT ALL THE WAY. IT ALSO DOES NOT USUALLY OPEN WITHOUT PULLING THE LOCK AT THE SAME TIME AS TRYING TO OPEN IT. *TR

Jul 2, 2013 Electrical System 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DISPLAY ELECTRICAL FAILURES. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THE CONT...

Jul 2, 2013 Electrical System 115,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN I.D. NUMBER 12V195000 (SUSPENSION), THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DISPLAY ELECTRICAL FAILURES. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THE CONT...

Jul 1, 2013 Suspension 98,000 mi

FORD SAFETY RECALL 11S16 WAS TO REINFORCE OR REPLACE REAR AXLE TO ENSURE VEHICLE SAFETY. FORD INSTALLED BRACKETS THAT WERE EITHER INEFFECTIVE, IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, OR AXLE WAS ALREADY CRACKED WHEN INSTALLED. WHEN OWNER WAS INFORMED OF POSSIBLE CRACKS IN REAR AXLE APRIL 2013 FORD WAS IMMEDIATELY N...

Jul 1, 2013 Structure 98,000 mi

FORD SAFETY RECALL 11S16 WAS TO REINFORCE OR REPLACE REAR AXLE TO ENSURE VEHICLE SAFETY. FORD INSTALLED BRACKETS THAT WERE EITHER INEFFECTIVE, IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, OR AXLE WAS ALREADY CRACKED WHEN INSTALLED. WHEN OWNER WAS INFORMED OF POSSIBLE CRACKS IN REAR AXLE APRIL 2013 FORD WAS IMMEDIATELY N...

Jul 1, 2013 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BOTH ON. GOT SERVICED WITH NEW SENSORS AND BRAKES PROBLEM FIXED FOR TWO DAYS. RETURNED TO MECHANIC,COULD NOT FIND OUT PROBLEM ( SPENT $300). RECENTLY TOOK TO PEPBOYS FOR COMPLETE CHECK(SPENT $180). CAME OUT CODE C1185. REFERRED ME TO TAKE TO FORD FOR FIX. CALLED IN TO SEE HOW MUC...

Jul 1, 2013 Suspension 98,000 mi

FORD SAFETY RECALL 11S16 WAS TO REINFORCE OR REPLACE REAR AXLE TO ENSURE VEHICLE SAFETY. FORD INSTALLED BRACKETS THAT WERE EITHER INEFFECTIVE, IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, OR AXLE WAS ALREADY CRACKED WHEN INSTALLED. WHEN OWNER WAS INFORMED OF POSSIBLE CRACKS IN REAR AXLE APRIL 2013 FORD WAS IMMEDIATELY N...

Jul 1, 2013 Structure 98,000 mi

FORD SAFETY RECALL 11S16 WAS TO REINFORCE OR REPLACE REAR AXLE TO ENSURE VEHICLE SAFETY. FORD INSTALLED BRACKETS THAT WERE EITHER INEFFECTIVE, IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, OR AXLE WAS ALREADY CRACKED WHEN INSTALLED. WHEN OWNER WAS INFORMED OF POSSIBLE CRACKS IN REAR AXLE APRIL 2013 FORD WAS IMMEDIATELY N...

Jul 1, 2013 Service Brakes 147,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT BOTH ON. GOT SERVICED WITH NEW SENSORS AND BRAKES PROBLEM FIXED FOR TWO DAYS. RETURNED TO MECHANIC,COULD NOT FIND OUT PROBLEM ( SPENT $300). RECENTLY TOOK TO PEPBOYS FOR COMPLETE CHECK(SPENT $180). CAME OUT CODE C1185. REFERRED ME TO TAKE TO FORD FOR FIX. CALLED IN TO SEE HOW MUC...

Jun 27, 2013 Suspension 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION)....

Jun 27, 2013 Suspension 199,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION)....

Jun 14, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON, INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN ON, THE REAR BRAKES CAN EASILY LOCK UP IF I SLAM ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. BRAKING DISTANCE IS INCREASED, AND WITH LESS CONTROL. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM: HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/#BROKENSOLDIER DESCRIBED AS PROBLEM # 2 ON THIS SI...

Jun 14, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT IS ON, INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN ON, THE REAR BRAKES CAN EASILY LOCK UP IF I SLAM ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. BRAKING DISTANCE IS INCREASED, AND WITH LESS CONTROL. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM: HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/#BROKENSOLDIER DESCRIBED AS PROBLEM # 2 ON THIS SI...

Jun 7, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Electrical System 80,100 mi

THERE IS SOMETHING OBVIOUSLY WRONG WITH OUR FORD WINDSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. UPON UNLOCKING THE CAR WITH THE REMOTE, ONLY THE REAR HATCH WILL UNLOCK. ALL OF THE OTHER DOORS TRY TO UNLOCK, BUT THERE IS NOT ENOUGH POWER TO PUSH THE LOCK ALL THE WAY UP. AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, THE PROBLEM STI...

Jun 7, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WILL COME ON ALL AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING FOR ONLY A FEW MINUTES. ONCE THESE LIGHTS COME ON, THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROLS ARE COMPLETELY INOPERABLE, AND IN BAD WEATHER THIS COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FASTER WHEN I...

Jun 7, 2013 Electrical System 80,100 mi

THERE IS SOMETHING OBVIOUSLY WRONG WITH OUR FORD WINDSTAR'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. UPON UNLOCKING THE CAR WITH THE REMOTE, ONLY THE REAR HATCH WILL UNLOCK. ALL OF THE OTHER DOORS TRY TO UNLOCK, BUT THERE IS NOT ENOUGH POWER TO PUSH THE LOCK ALL THE WAY UP. AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, THE PROBLEM STI...

Jun 6, 2013 Service Brakes 198,000 mi

THE ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON DRIVING HOME, THE NEXT MORNING I WENT OUT AND STARTED THE CAR AND WAS DRIVE OUT OF DRIVE WAY AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. ...HAD TO TURN OFF IGNITION.GOOD THING IT HAPPENED HERE IN THE DRIVEWAY AND NOT ON THE ROAD. *TR

Jun 6, 2013 Service Brakes 198,000 mi

THE ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON DRIVING HOME, THE NEXT MORNING I WENT OUT AND STARTED THE CAR AND WAS DRIVE OUT OF DRIVE WAY AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. ...HAD TO TURN OFF IGNITION.GOOD THING IT HAPPENED HERE IN THE DRIVEWAY AND NOT ON THE ROAD. *TR

Jun 3, 2013 Service Brakes 80,597 mi

I SAW THERE'S A RECALL ON THE FORD WINDSTAR ABS SYSTEM? (I HAVE 2003) IN 2010, I COMPLAINED TO MY FORD DEALERSHIP THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WERE FLASHING ON AND OFF, THAT IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. ON THAT TICKET THEY WROTE, "NO ACTION", MEANING THEY DID NOTHING AND SAID NOTHING ABOU...

Jun 3, 2013 Service Brakes 80,597 mi

I SAW THERE'S A RECALL ON THE FORD WINDSTAR ABS SYSTEM? (I HAVE 2003) IN 2010, I COMPLAINED TO MY FORD DEALERSHIP THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASH WERE FLASHING ON AND OFF, THAT IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. ON THAT TICKET THEY WROTE, "NO ACTION", MEANING THEY DID NOTHING AND SAID NOTHING ABOU...

May 31, 2013 Suspension 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Engine 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Structure 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Electrical System 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Suspension 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Engine 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Structure 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 31, 2013 Electrical System 40,228 mi

WE HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INFORMED ABOUT ALL OF THE RECALLS OR OTHER ISSUES WITH OUR VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE A LOT OF PROBLEMS FROM THE ELECTRICAL, STRUCTURE, ENGINE LIGHTS ARE ALWAYS THROWING CODES NEEDING A LOT OF SENSOR REPLACEMENTS AT OUR COST, THE RPMS SEEM TO RUN FAST SITTING AT A LIGHT...

May 23, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR . THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ENGAGED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC, WHO RETRIEVED ERROR CODE CLL85, INDICATING THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH THE...

May 23, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR . THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ENGAGED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC, WHO RETRIEVED ERROR CODE CLL85, INDICATING THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH THE...

May 22, 2013 Power Train 124,000 mi

OUR VAN WAS FINE UNTIL IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME SHIFTING. WE TOOK THE VAN INTO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION DUE TO WATER. AND ALSO HAD THE WATER TO THE RADIATOR COMPLETELY BYPASS THE TRANSMISSION. EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL MONTHS LATER IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME S...

May 22, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 124,000 mi

OUR VAN WAS FINE UNTIL IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME SHIFTING. WE TOOK THE VAN INTO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION DUE TO WATER. AND ALSO HAD THE WATER TO THE RADIATOR COMPLETELY BYPASS THE TRANSMISSION. EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL MONTHS LATER IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME S...

May 22, 2013 Power Train 124,000 mi

OUR VAN WAS FINE UNTIL IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME SHIFTING. WE TOOK THE VAN INTO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION DUE TO WATER. AND ALSO HAD THE WATER TO THE RADIATOR COMPLETELY BYPASS THE TRANSMISSION. EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL MONTHS LATER IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME S...

May 22, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 124,000 mi

OUR VAN WAS FINE UNTIL IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME SHIFTING. WE TOOK THE VAN INTO A TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION DUE TO WATER. AND ALSO HAD THE WATER TO THE RADIATOR COMPLETELY BYPASS THE TRANSMISSION. EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL MONTHS LATER IT WAS HAVING A HARD TIME S...

May 20, 2013 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONLY IN WARM TEMPERATURES WITHOUT PRESSURE BEING APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED ...

May 20, 2013 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONLY IN WARM TEMPERATURES WITHOUT PRESSURE BEING APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED ...

May 19, 2013 Service Brakes 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 19, 2013 Electrical System 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 19, 2013 Service Brakes 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 19, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 19, 2013 Electrical System 172,000 mi

FOR A FEW YEARS, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. IT HAS MOSTLY BEEN DURING THE WARMER MONTHS OF THE YEAR. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON. SOMETIMES THE TWO LIGHTS COME ON TOGETHER SOMETIMES INDIVIDUALLY. ALSO, THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING HA...

May 17, 2013 Service Brakes 100,200 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 5 MINUTES, WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF IT RESETS BUT THE COMES ON AGAIN 5 MINUTES OR SO AFTER DRIVING. CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING. *TR

May 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 100,200 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 5 MINUTES, WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF IT RESETS BUT THE COMES ON AGAIN 5 MINUTES OR SO AFTER DRIVING. CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING. *TR

May 17, 2013 Service Brakes 100,200 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 5 MINUTES, WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF IT RESETS BUT THE COMES ON AGAIN 5 MINUTES OR SO AFTER DRIVING. CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING. *TR

May 17, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 100,200 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 5 MINUTES, WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF IT RESETS BUT THE COMES ON AGAIN 5 MINUTES OR SO AFTER DRIVING. CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING. *TR

May 16, 2013 Suspension 139,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AXLE FRACTURED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAIL...

May 16, 2013 Suspension 139,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AXLE FRACTURED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAIL...

May 13, 2013 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED. THE MECHANIC DID NOT DETAIL WHAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO A...

May 13, 2013 Service Brakes 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED. THE MECHANIC DID NOT DETAIL WHAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO A...

May 12, 2013 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

VAN ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AT THE SAME TIME. I TOOK THE VAN TO LOCAL DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE WINDSTARS. HE SAID THAT IT WOULD COST A LOT OF MONEY TO FIX. *TR IF THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND A SAFETY ISSUE WHY HASN'T ODI.NHTSA MAKE FORD CALL A ...

May 12, 2013 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

VAN ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AT THE SAME TIME. I TOOK THE VAN TO LOCAL DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE WINDSTARS. HE SAID THAT IT WOULD COST A LOT OF MONEY TO FIX. *TR IF THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND A SAFETY ISSUE WHY HASN'T ODI.NHTSA MAKE FORD CALL A ...

May 7, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT WONT TURN OFF. *TR

May 7, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT WONT TURN OFF. *TR

May 2, 2013 Service Brakes 107,121 mi

THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS FIRST OCCURRED LAST SUMMER. DID NOT OCCUR WITH MUCH REGULARITY OVER THE WINTER. NOW WITHIN THE LAST 3 WEEKS IT HAPPENS ALMOST ANY TIME THE VAN IS DRIVEN. THE BRAKES WERE INSPECTED ALONG WITH THE WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. THESE ITEMS AR...

May 2, 2013 Service Brakes 107,121 mi

THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS FIRST OCCURRED LAST SUMMER. DID NOT OCCUR WITH MUCH REGULARITY OVER THE WINTER. NOW WITHIN THE LAST 3 WEEKS IT HAPPENS ALMOST ANY TIME THE VAN IS DRIVEN. THE BRAKES WERE INSPECTED ALONG WITH THE WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. THESE ITEMS AR...

May 1, 2013 Electrical System 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

May 1, 2013 Exterior Lighting 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

May 1, 2013 Visibility 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

May 1, 2013 Electrical System 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

May 1, 2013 Exterior Lighting 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

May 1, 2013 Visibility 195,000 mi

BATTERY WAS DEAD ALL OF A SUDDEN... JUMPED IT AND ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLICKERING... DOME LIGHT DASH LIGHTS... WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAME ON AND THEY WERE TURNED OFF... DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD EVERYTHING SHUT DOWN UNTIL THE GAS WAS PRESSED AND THEN IT ALL CAME BACK ON... CALLED SEVERAL PLACES AND NO ONE...

Apr 29, 2013 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON FREQUENTLY AT ANY TIME FOR NO REASON. MY MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES; HE THINKS IT IS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE MODULE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE IT CANNOT GET A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Apr 29, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON FREQUENTLY AT ANY TIME FOR NO REASON. MY MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES; HE THINKS IT IS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE MODULE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE IT CANNOT GET A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Apr 29, 2013 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON FREQUENTLY AT ANY TIME FOR NO REASON. MY MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES; HE THINKS IT IS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE MODULE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE IT CANNOT GET A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Apr 29, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON FREQUENTLY AT ANY TIME FOR NO REASON. MY MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKES; HE THINKS IT IS A DEFECTIVE BRAKE MODULE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SINCE IT CANNOT GET A STATE INSPECTION WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Apr 27, 2013 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

ABS SENSOR LIGHT COMES ON, EVEN AFTER BRAKES SERVICED. *TR

Apr 27, 2013 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

ABS SENSOR LIGHT COMES ON, EVEN AFTER BRAKES SERVICED. *TR

Apr 21, 2013 Electrical System Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 21, 2013 Engine Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 21, 2013 Electrical System Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 21, 2013 Engine Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes Fire 105,700 mi

BOUGHT USED VEHICLE FROM DEALER AND NOTICED THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS CONSTANTLY ON. IT WAS "FIXED" BEFORE COMPLETING THE PURCHASE. LASTED FOR A FEW DAYS BEFORE LIGHTS CAME BACK ON AND STAYED ON. WAS TOLD IT NOT A BIG DEAL, SO I DIDNT WORRY ABOUT IT. WAS NOT EXPERIENCING ANY OTHER ISSUES UNTIL 1.5 YEA...

Apr 19, 2013 Service Brakes 94,000 mi

ABS ECU SEEMINGLY HAS FAILED AS THE "BRAKE" AND "ABS" LIGHTS COME ON SOON AFTER STARTING EVERY TIME THE WINDSTAR IS TURNED ON. THIS WAS ORIGINALLY AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, BUT IS NOW CONTINUAL. THE ONLY FIX FOR THESE TWO LIGHTS IS TO REPAIR THE ABS ECU. *TR

Apr 19, 2013 Electrical System 163,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL GO ON AND OFF WHEN THE WEATHER GETS WARM. STAYS OFF IN COLD WEATHER. *TR

Apr 19, 2013 Service Brakes 94,000 mi

ABS ECU SEEMINGLY HAS FAILED AS THE "BRAKE" AND "ABS" LIGHTS COME ON SOON AFTER STARTING EVERY TIME THE WINDSTAR IS TURNED ON. THIS WAS ORIGINALLY AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM, BUT IS NOW CONTINUAL. THE ONLY FIX FOR THESE TWO LIGHTS IS TO REPAIR THE ABS ECU. *TR

Apr 19, 2013 Electrical System 163,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL GO ON AND OFF WHEN THE WEATHER GETS WARM. STAYS OFF IN COLD WEATHER. *TR

Apr 18, 2013 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. MODULE IS STILL DEFECTIVE, I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES AND CANNOT GET VEHICLE INSPECTED DUE TO THIS DEFECT, WHICH IS ESTIMATED TO COST $1000 REPAIR. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE, SEE HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/. *TR

Apr 18, 2013 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE. MODULE IS STILL DEFECTIVE, I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES AND CANNOT GET VEHICLE INSPECTED DUE TO THIS DEFECT, WHICH IS ESTIMATED TO COST $1000 REPAIR. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE, SEE HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/. *TR

Apr 12, 2013 Power Train 89,288 mi

WE STOPPED AT A RESTAURANT TO HAVE LUNCH. CAME OUT TO LEAVE. STARTED THE VAN AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO LEAVE PARKING PLACE AND IT WOULDN'T MOVE AT ALL. CALLED OUR DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT SOUNDED LIKE THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THAT WAS EXACTLY THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS NO WARNING AT ALL. IT JUST STOPPED ...

Apr 12, 2013 Power Train 89,288 mi

WE STOPPED AT A RESTAURANT TO HAVE LUNCH. CAME OUT TO LEAVE. STARTED THE VAN AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE TO LEAVE PARKING PLACE AND IT WOULDN'T MOVE AT ALL. CALLED OUR DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT SOUNDED LIKE THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THAT WAS EXACTLY THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS NO WARNING AT ALL. IT JUST STOPPED ...

Apr 11, 2013 Service Brakes 114,000 mi

LIKE MANY OTHER PEOPLE, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. MINE CONSTANTLY COME ON ALL THE TIME. EVEN WHEN I HAD MY BRAKES DONE, THEY STILL CAME ON. ALSO MY CAR LIKE TO IDLE HIGH AND MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOREVER. IT NEVER GOES OFF, AND I HAVE HAD WORK DONE SO THERE IS NO REA...

Apr 11, 2013 Power Train 114,000 mi

LIKE MANY OTHER PEOPLE, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. MINE CONSTANTLY COME ON ALL THE TIME. EVEN WHEN I HAD MY BRAKES DONE, THEY STILL CAME ON. ALSO MY CAR LIKE TO IDLE HIGH AND MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOREVER. IT NEVER GOES OFF, AND I HAVE HAD WORK DONE SO THERE IS NO REA...

Apr 11, 2013 Service Brakes 114,000 mi

LIKE MANY OTHER PEOPLE, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. MINE CONSTANTLY COME ON ALL THE TIME. EVEN WHEN I HAD MY BRAKES DONE, THEY STILL CAME ON. ALSO MY CAR LIKE TO IDLE HIGH AND MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOREVER. IT NEVER GOES OFF, AND I HAVE HAD WORK DONE SO THERE IS NO REA...

Apr 11, 2013 Power Train 114,000 mi

LIKE MANY OTHER PEOPLE, I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS. MINE CONSTANTLY COME ON ALL THE TIME. EVEN WHEN I HAD MY BRAKES DONE, THEY STILL CAME ON. ALSO MY CAR LIKE TO IDLE HIGH AND MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOREVER. IT NEVER GOES OFF, AND I HAVE HAD WORK DONE SO THERE IS NO REA...

Apr 6, 2013 Engine Crash 51,261 mi

POT HOLE WAS HIT AND CONSEQUENTLY, THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED. DAMAGED THE ENGINE. *TR

Apr 6, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, IT TAKES ABOUT 2 MINUTES AND THEN THE LIGHTS COME ON. HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR APPROXIMATELY 6 YEARS BUT FORD HAS REFUSED TO COVER SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. *TR

Apr 6, 2013 Engine Crash 51,261 mi

POT HOLE WAS HIT AND CONSEQUENTLY, THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED. DAMAGED THE ENGINE. *TR

Apr 6, 2013 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED, IT TAKES ABOUT 2 MINUTES AND THEN THE LIGHTS COME ON. HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR APPROXIMATELY 6 YEARS BUT FORD HAS REFUSED TO COVER SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. *TR

Apr 4, 2013 Suspension 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Apr 4, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Apr 4, 2013 Electrical System 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Apr 4, 2013 Suspension 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Apr 4, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Apr 4, 2013 Electrical System 149,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHO STAT...

Mar 28, 2013 Suspension 160,328 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FIFTEEN MONTHS AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), THE AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTA...

Mar 28, 2013 Suspension 160,328 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FIFTEEN MONTHS AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION), THE AXLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTA...

Mar 26, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS COMES ON. *TR

Mar 26, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS COMES ON. *TR

Mar 24, 2013 Power Train 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ROUGHLY 40MPH AND THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THEN WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A SIDE ROAD FOR SAFETY. I TRIED TO SHIFT THE CAR INTO GEAR TO DRIVE AND THE CAR DIDN'T REGISTER THE SHIFTS. I TOOK THE CAR TO A SHOP AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM, TORQUE CONVERTER, IN THE...

Mar 24, 2013 Power Train 180,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ROUGHLY 40MPH AND THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THEN WOULDN'T ACCELERATE. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A SIDE ROAD FOR SAFETY. I TRIED TO SHIFT THE CAR INTO GEAR TO DRIVE AND THE CAR DIDN'T REGISTER THE SHIFTS. I TOOK THE CAR TO A SHOP AND WAS TOLD IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM, TORQUE CONVERTER, IN THE...

Mar 19, 2013 Service Brakes 125,100 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Mar 19, 2013 Service Brakes 125,100 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Mar 17, 2013 Service Brakes 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 17, 2013 Electrical System 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 17, 2013 Engine 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 17, 2013 Service Brakes 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 17, 2013 Electrical System 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 17, 2013 Engine 143,961 mi

BOTH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE ILLUMINATED WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF HAVING STARTED THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES, ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES FAILED, INCLUDING DIRECTIONALS, BRAKE LIGHTS, ETC. THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN, HOWEVER IT STRUGGLED O...

Mar 16, 2013 Service Brakes 116,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING FOR AROUND 5 MINUTES BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Mar 16, 2013 Service Brakes 116,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING FOR AROUND 5 MINUTES BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT PROVID...

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT PROVID...

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 102,568 mi

VEHICLE HESITATES OR STUTTERS,VIBRATES ROUGH SOUND .......................... AT APPROX 40-60 MPH DEALERSHIP DID REPAIR, DID NOT FIX PROBLEM, STILL HAPPENING ONE MONTH LATER THEY TELL ME IT IS THE TRANSMISSION, AND ADVISE ME TO JUST DRIVE IT THAT WAY! WHEN I PUSH FOR MORE ANSWERS THEY SAY TRANSMISS...

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT PROVID...

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 76,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT PROVID...

Mar 13, 2013 Power Train 102,568 mi

VEHICLE HESITATES OR STUTTERS,VIBRATES ROUGH SOUND .......................... AT APPROX 40-60 MPH DEALERSHIP DID REPAIR, DID NOT FIX PROBLEM, STILL HAPPENING ONE MONTH LATER THEY TELL ME IT IS THE TRANSMISSION, AND ADVISE ME TO JUST DRIVE IT THAT WAY! WHEN I PUSH FOR MORE ANSWERS THEY SAY TRANSMISS...

Mar 11, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. CAR IDLES HIGH ALL THE TIME, SPEEDOMETER AND ALL OTHER DASHBOARD CONTROL GO HAYWIRE FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TO POUND ON THE DASHBOARD TO MAKE IT STOP. THIS HAD BEEN GOING ON FOR A LONG TIME. CARMD DEVICE STATES ABS SENSOR NEED AND VARIOUS OTHER THING. I HAVE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY T...

Mar 11, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. CAR IDLES HIGH ALL THE TIME, SPEEDOMETER AND ALL OTHER DASHBOARD CONTROL GO HAYWIRE FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TO POUND ON THE DASHBOARD TO MAKE IT STOP. THIS HAD BEEN GOING ON FOR A LONG TIME. CARMD DEVICE STATES ABS SENSOR NEED AND VARIOUS OTHER THING. I HAVE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY T...

Mar 11, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. CAR IDLES HIGH ALL THE TIME, SPEEDOMETER AND ALL OTHER DASHBOARD CONTROL GO HAYWIRE FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TO POUND ON THE DASHBOARD TO MAKE IT STOP. THIS HAD BEEN GOING ON FOR A LONG TIME. CARMD DEVICE STATES ABS SENSOR NEED AND VARIOUS OTHER THING. I HAVE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY T...

Mar 11, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON. CAR IDLES HIGH ALL THE TIME, SPEEDOMETER AND ALL OTHER DASHBOARD CONTROL GO HAYWIRE FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TO POUND ON THE DASHBOARD TO MAKE IT STOP. THIS HAD BEEN GOING ON FOR A LONG TIME. CARMD DEVICE STATES ABS SENSOR NEED AND VARIOUS OTHER THING. I HAVE SPEND A LOT OF MONEY T...

Mar 9, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT IS ON, WAS TOLD IT WILL EVENTUALLY SHUT DOWN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. I HAD MY BRAKES DONE AT FORD DEALERSHIP AND SOON AFTER THAT THE LIGHTS APPEARED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A SENSOR SWITCH THAT NEEDED TO EVENTUALLY BE REPLACED AND IT WOULD COST ...

Mar 9, 2013 Electrical System 75,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE SHORT TIME THE WARNING LIGHT FOR ABS MALFUNCTION LIGHTS ALONG W/ BRAKE WARNING LIGHT. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTANTLY. LIKELY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT PROBLEM IS LOW FLUID IN MASTERCYLINDER YET FLUID LEVEL IN EVERY CASE WAS OK. THIS PROBLEM IS ONGOING. SCAN CODE WAS C1185. *TR

Mar 9, 2013 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE SHORT TIME THE WARNING LIGHT FOR ABS MALFUNCTION LIGHTS ALONG W/ BRAKE WARNING LIGHT. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTANTLY. LIKELY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT PROBLEM IS LOW FLUID IN MASTERCYLINDER YET FLUID LEVEL IN EVERY CASE WAS OK. THIS PROBLEM IS ONGOING. SCAN CODE WAS C1185. *TR

Mar 9, 2013 Service Brakes

ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT IS ON, WAS TOLD IT WILL EVENTUALLY SHUT DOWN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. I HAD MY BRAKES DONE AT FORD DEALERSHIP AND SOON AFTER THAT THE LIGHTS APPEARED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS A SENSOR SWITCH THAT NEEDED TO EVENTUALLY BE REPLACED AND IT WOULD COST ...

Mar 9, 2013 Electrical System 75,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE SHORT TIME THE WARNING LIGHT FOR ABS MALFUNCTION LIGHTS ALONG W/ BRAKE WARNING LIGHT. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTANTLY. LIKELY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT PROBLEM IS LOW FLUID IN MASTERCYLINDER YET FLUID LEVEL IN EVERY CASE WAS OK. THIS PROBLEM IS ONGOING. SCAN CODE WAS C1185. *TR

Mar 9, 2013 Service Brakes 75,000 mi

AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE SHORT TIME THE WARNING LIGHT FOR ABS MALFUNCTION LIGHTS ALONG W/ BRAKE WARNING LIGHT. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTANTLY. LIKELY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT PROBLEM IS LOW FLUID IN MASTERCYLINDER YET FLUID LEVEL IN EVERY CASE WAS OK. THIS PROBLEM IS ONGOING. SCAN CODE WAS C1185. *TR

Mar 8, 2013 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FAULTY AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. T...

Mar 8, 2013 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS FAULTY AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. T...

Mar 7, 2013 Suspension

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 7, 2013 Steering

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 7, 2013 Structure

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 7, 2013 Suspension

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 7, 2013 Steering

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 7, 2013 Structure

ABOUT MARCH OF 2012 MY 2003 FORD WIND STAR'S LOWER CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE SUB FRAME "ENGINE CRADLE". I TOOK MY VAN TO DEALER. THEY DID DO A REPAIR TO SUB FRAME, WHICH I DID NOT FIND SATISFACTORY, FORD CORP. HAD THEM CUT OFF WHAT WAS LEFT OF ANY DAMAGED BRACKETS AND CLAMP STEEL BRACKETS ONTO ...

Mar 5, 2013 Electrical System 114,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR USED IN OCTOBER OF 2012. IT HAD 114,000 MILES ON IT WELL FROM DAY ONE I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM. THE RPM, SPEED AND GAS ON THE DASH GO CRAZY. IT SAYS I AM DOING 20 MPH WHEN I KNOW I AM GOING FASTER THAN THAT. THE RPM WILL GO AND UP AND DOWN. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE ...

Mar 5, 2013 Electrical System 114,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR USED IN OCTOBER OF 2012. IT HAD 114,000 MILES ON IT WELL FROM DAY ONE I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM. THE RPM, SPEED AND GAS ON THE DASH GO CRAZY. IT SAYS I AM DOING 20 MPH WHEN I KNOW I AM GOING FASTER THAN THAT. THE RPM WILL GO AND UP AND DOWN. I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND THE ...

Mar 4, 2013 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE DEVELOPED A CRACK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN CONFIRMED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THE AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT REFUSED TO PROVIDE AN...

Mar 4, 2013 Suspension 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE DEVELOPED A CRACK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN CONFIRMED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THE AXLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE BUT REFUSED TO PROVIDE AN...

Mar 2, 2013 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Mar 2, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Mar 2, 2013 Electrical System 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Mar 2, 2013 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Mar 2, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Mar 2, 2013 Electrical System 105,000 mi

MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. LEAN CODES P0171 AND P0174 ARE SHOWING. ALSO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, MAINLY LOCKS HAVE BECOME INCONSISTENT. WHEN USING REMOTE TO OPEN LOCKS, SOMETIMES A DOOR LOCK WILL NOT OPEN ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, INTERIOR LIGHTS SOMETIMES DON'T SHU...

Feb 27, 2013 Engine 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 27, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 27, 2013 Electrical System 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 27, 2013 Engine 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 27, 2013 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 27, 2013 Electrical System 247,000 mi

ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF. ALSO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF AND THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE ANY GAS. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Electrical System 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Exterior Lighting 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Electrical System 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Service Brakes 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 21, 2013 Exterior Lighting 131,000 mi

AFTER GOING ABOUT 4 MILES AFTER STARTING UP VAN, ABS LIGHT COMES ON, OCCASIONALLY THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON TOO, SPEEDOMETER GOES CRAZY (UP AND DOWN) AND INSIDE LIGHTS FLICKER AT RANDOM. SEEMS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL ISSUE AND/OR BRAKE ISSUES. *TR

Feb 20, 2013 Suspension 91,453 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING INSPECTED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Feb 20, 2013 Suspension 91,453 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING INSPECTED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE REAR AXLE HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ...

Feb 11, 2013 Service Brakes 117,650 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKE LIGHT, ABS LIGHT AND TRACKS CONTROL LIGHT ALL CAME ON AND IT SMELLED LIKE SOMETHING WAS HOT. LIKE WIRING BURNING. *TR

Feb 11, 2013 Service Brakes 117,650 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKE LIGHT, ABS LIGHT AND TRACKS CONTROL LIGHT ALL CAME ON AND IT SMELLED LIKE SOMETHING WAS HOT. LIKE WIRING BURNING. *TR

Feb 6, 2013 Power Train 155,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WITH OUT ANY WARNING. UPON MINIMAL RESEARCH THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND SEVERAL THAT HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE HAPPEN MORE THEN ONCE ON SAME VEHICLE.AT VARIOUS MILEAGES. AND THE COST OF REPAIR IF YOU DONT GET KILLED IN A CRASH IS VERY EXSP...

Feb 6, 2013 Power Train 155,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE WITH OUT ANY WARNING. UPON MINIMAL RESEARCH THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND SEVERAL THAT HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE HAPPEN MORE THEN ONCE ON SAME VEHICLE.AT VARIOUS MILEAGES. AND THE COST OF REPAIR IF YOU DONT GET KILLED IN A CRASH IS VERY EXSP...

Feb 4, 2013 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. MECHANIC CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT. LAST MONTH THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND NOW IT WON'T GO OFF EITHER. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM, LEADING TO A POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR

Feb 4, 2013 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. MECHANIC CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT. LAST MONTH THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND NOW IT WON'T GO OFF EITHER. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM, LEADING TO A POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR

Feb 4, 2013 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. MECHANIC CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT. LAST MONTH THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND NOW IT WON'T GO OFF EITHER. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM, LEADING TO A POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR

Feb 4, 2013 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. MECHANIC CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT. LAST MONTH THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND NOW IT WON'T GO OFF EITHER. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND DISCOVERED THIS IS A FAIRLY COMMON PROBLEM, LEADING TO A POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR

Feb 2, 2013 Service Brakes

THE DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE. THIS HAPPENS OFF AND ON OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS. SOMETIMES YOU WILL DRIVE FOR 5 TO 10 MINUTES AND THEN THE LIGHTS COME ON AND SOMETIMES THEY COME ON IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOU START THE CAR. WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON, THE ABS SYSTEMS DOES NOT WORK. ...

Feb 2, 2013 Service Brakes

THE DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE. THIS HAPPENS OFF AND ON OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS. SOMETIMES YOU WILL DRIVE FOR 5 TO 10 MINUTES AND THEN THE LIGHTS COME ON AND SOMETIMES THEY COME ON IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOU START THE CAR. WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON, THE ABS SYSTEMS DOES NOT WORK. ...

Jan 25, 2013 Service Brakes 119,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER SEVERAL MILES. REPAIR SHOP SAYS, COMPUTER INDICATES ABS CONTROLLER FAILURE, BUT ONCE CODES HAVE BEEN CLEARED, COMPUTER NO LONGER INDICATED PROBLEM. HOWEVER, A FEW DAYS LATER, BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AGAIN, AND COMPUTER AGAIN INDICATES ABS CONTR...

Jan 25, 2013 Service Brakes 119,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER SEVERAL MILES. REPAIR SHOP SAYS, COMPUTER INDICATES ABS CONTROLLER FAILURE, BUT ONCE CODES HAVE BEEN CLEARED, COMPUTER NO LONGER INDICATED PROBLEM. HOWEVER, A FEW DAYS LATER, BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AGAIN, AND COMPUTER AGAIN INDICATES ABS CONTR...

Jan 20, 2013 Electrical System

THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON OCCASIONALLY. WHEN IT COMES ON, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS REDUCED POWER. THIS IS CONFIRMED BY THE HEADLIGHTS DIMMING, WIPERS MOVING AT SLOWER SPEED. IF I TURN THE IGNITION OFF AND THEN RESTART, THE BATTERY LIGHT GOES OFF AND EVERYTHING FUNCTIONS NORMALLY. IF I DON'T TURN T...

Jan 20, 2013 Service Brakes

BRAKE AND ABS DASH LIGHTS ARE ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 20, 2013 Electrical System

THE BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON OCCASIONALLY. WHEN IT COMES ON, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS REDUCED POWER. THIS IS CONFIRMED BY THE HEADLIGHTS DIMMING, WIPERS MOVING AT SLOWER SPEED. IF I TURN THE IGNITION OFF AND THEN RESTART, THE BATTERY LIGHT GOES OFF AND EVERYTHING FUNCTIONS NORMALLY. IF I DON'T TURN T...

Jan 20, 2013 Service Brakes

BRAKE AND ABS DASH LIGHTS ARE ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jan 19, 2013 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT APPEARS RANDOMLY ESPECIALLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARMER. SO DURING THE WINTER MONTHS THE LIGHTS ARE NOT NORMALLY ON. MOST OF THE TIME THEY APPEAR AFTER THE CAR STARTS DRIVING. *TR

Jan 19, 2013 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT APPEARS RANDOMLY ESPECIALLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARMER. SO DURING THE WINTER MONTHS THE LIGHTS ARE NOT NORMALLY ON. MOST OF THE TIME THEY APPEAR AFTER THE CAR STARTS DRIVING. *TR

Jan 15, 2013 Service Brakes 79,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN A WHILE AND WARMED UP. AFTER SITTING AND COOLING OFF LIGHT RESETS, AND THEN REPEATS TO ON AS SOON AS DRIVEN TO WARM UP AGAIN. BRAKES ARE NEW, TIRES ARE NEW, NO OTHER APPARENT ISSUES. FROM MY UNDERSTANDING THIS IS A COMMON EL...

Jan 15, 2013 Service Brakes 79,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN A WHILE AND WARMED UP. AFTER SITTING AND COOLING OFF LIGHT RESETS, AND THEN REPEATS TO ON AS SOON AS DRIVEN TO WARM UP AGAIN. BRAKES ARE NEW, TIRES ARE NEW, NO OTHER APPARENT ISSUES. FROM MY UNDERSTANDING THIS IS A COMMON EL...

Jan 14, 2013 Structure 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 14, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 14, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 14, 2013 Structure 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 14, 2013 Electrical System 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 14, 2013 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,000 mi

THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL INITIATED BY FORD FOR CORROSION OF THE ENGINE CRADLE - 2003 FORD WINDSTAR STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS NHTSA CAMPAIGN #11V030000. FORD REPAIRED THE LEFT SIDE ONLY, LEAVING THE RIGHT SIDE RUSTED AND NOW SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT RUST HOLES HAVE APPEARED ON THE R...

Jan 10, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. IT DOESN'T STAY ON....BUT GOES OFF TIME TO TIME. *TR

Jan 10, 2013 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. IT DOESN'T STAY ON....BUT GOES OFF TIME TO TIME. *TR

Jan 6, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY, MAINLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS HOT OR THE TEMP IS HOTTER OUTSIDE. IF YOU TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON THE LIGHTS GO OUT FOR A WHILE. *TR

Jan 6, 2013 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY, MAINLY WHEN THE VEHICLE IS HOT OR THE TEMP IS HOTTER OUTSIDE. IF YOU TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON THE LIGHTS GO OUT FOR A WHILE. *TR

Dec 31, 2012 Service Brakes 104,400 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS COME ON AND THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS BECOME INOPERABLE. *TR

Dec 31, 2012 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE EXHIBITED TWO LARGE FRACTURES. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REP...

Dec 31, 2012 Service Brakes 104,400 mi

THE ABS LIGHT HAS COME ON AND THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM HAS BECOME INOPERABLE. *TR

Dec 31, 2012 Suspension 141,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE EXHIBITED TWO LARGE FRACTURES. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 12V195000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REP...

Dec 29, 2012 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. TESTED ABS ON WET AND SNOWY ROADS, AND THE ABS ENGAGED APPROPRIATELY. WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. TOLD BY DEALER THAT ABS MODULE NEEDS REPLACI...

Dec 29, 2012 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE ABS MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. TESTED ABS ON WET AND SNOWY ROADS, AND THE ABS ENGAGED APPROPRIATELY. WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. TOLD BY DEALER THAT ABS MODULE NEEDS REPLACI...

Dec 18, 2012 Service Brakes 15,600 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. CODES C1185. *TR

Dec 18, 2012 Service Brakes 15,600 mi

ABS LIGHT ON. CODES C1185. *TR

Dec 11, 2012 Interior Lighting 126,720 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING BEGAN FLASHING ERRONEOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 126,720.

Dec 11, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 163,000 mi

SWERVED TO AVOID COLLISION AND THE BRAKES LOCKED CAUSING CAR TO LOSE CONTROL ON THE WET ROAD. THE VAN HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON ITS SIDE AND SMASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS FRONT END DAMAGE. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. ALSO ...

Dec 11, 2012 Air Bags Crash 163,000 mi

SWERVED TO AVOID COLLISION AND THE BRAKES LOCKED CAUSING CAR TO LOSE CONTROL ON THE WET ROAD. THE VAN HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON ITS SIDE AND SMASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS FRONT END DAMAGE. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. ALSO ...

Dec 11, 2012 Interior Lighting 126,720 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING BEGAN FLASHING ERRONEOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 126,720.

Dec 11, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 163,000 mi

SWERVED TO AVOID COLLISION AND THE BRAKES LOCKED CAUSING CAR TO LOSE CONTROL ON THE WET ROAD. THE VAN HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON ITS SIDE AND SMASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS FRONT END DAMAGE. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. ALSO ...

Dec 11, 2012 Air Bags Crash 163,000 mi

SWERVED TO AVOID COLLISION AND THE BRAKES LOCKED CAUSING CAR TO LOSE CONTROL ON THE WET ROAD. THE VAN HIT A TREE, FLIPPED ON ITS SIDE AND SMASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS FRONT END DAMAGE. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. ALSO ...

Dec 6, 2012 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON. BRAKE LIGHT IS ON INTERMITTENTLY. SO FAR BRAKE FUNCTION IS NORMAL. HAD MECHANIC PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK ON SYSTEM. 12 CODES APPEARED RELATED TO THE BRAKE ABS CONTROL. WAS TOLD THAT PROBLEM IS WITH THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WOULD WORSEN AND COULD CAUSE MASSIVE BRAKE FAILURE. I HAVE...

Dec 6, 2012 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON. BRAKE LIGHT IS ON INTERMITTENTLY. SO FAR BRAKE FUNCTION IS NORMAL. HAD MECHANIC PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK ON SYSTEM. 12 CODES APPEARED RELATED TO THE BRAKE ABS CONTROL. WAS TOLD THAT PROBLEM IS WITH THE ABS MODULE. THIS ISSUE WOULD WORSEN AND COULD CAUSE MASSIVE BRAKE FAILURE. I HAVE...

Dec 5, 2012 Engine 56,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD TO ACCELERATION OR REVERSE OR ANYTHING. IT WAS LIKE I WAS OUT OF GEAR. I DRIFTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW. I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THAT WAS FEB. 2011 I JUST HAD THE SAME INCIDENT HAPPEN AGAIN TO ME DEC. 2012- TRAN...

Dec 5, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD TO ACCELERATION OR REVERSE OR ANYTHING. IT WAS LIKE I WAS OUT OF GEAR. I DRIFTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW. I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THAT WAS FEB. 2011 I JUST HAD THE SAME INCIDENT HAPPEN AGAIN TO ME DEC. 2012- TRAN...

Dec 5, 2012 Engine 56,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD TO ACCELERATION OR REVERSE OR ANYTHING. IT WAS LIKE I WAS OUT OF GEAR. I DRIFTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW. I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THAT WAS FEB. 2011 I JUST HAD THE SAME INCIDENT HAPPEN AGAIN TO ME DEC. 2012- TRAN...

Dec 5, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD TO ACCELERATION OR REVERSE OR ANYTHING. IT WAS LIKE I WAS OUT OF GEAR. I DRIFTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED A TOW. I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. THAT WAS FEB. 2011 I JUST HAD THE SAME INCIDENT HAPPEN AGAIN TO ME DEC. 2012- TRAN...

Dec 4, 2012 Power Train 181,096 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE ISSUE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT REPAIRS WOULD NOT BE COMPLETED DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOU...

Dec 4, 2012 Power Train 181,096 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE ISSUE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT REPAIRS WOULD NOT BE COMPLETED DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOU...

Dec 1, 2012 Service Brakes 58,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME AT THE SAME TIME AND BOTH WILL GO OFF AT THE SAME TIME. WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON I WILL HAVE ISSUES WHILE TRYING TO BREAK. I HAVE TROUBLE WITH THE FRONT WHEEL IN WET WEATHER WANTING TO SKID WHEN STOPPING AND IT WILL SPIN WHEN TAKING OFF. I HAVE HAD $500 O...

Dec 1, 2012 Service Brakes 58,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME AT THE SAME TIME AND BOTH WILL GO OFF AT THE SAME TIME. WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON I WILL HAVE ISSUES WHILE TRYING TO BREAK. I HAVE TROUBLE WITH THE FRONT WHEEL IN WET WEATHER WANTING TO SKID WHEN STOPPING AND IT WILL SPIN WHEN TAKING OFF. I HAVE HAD $500 O...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE TH...

Nov 29, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. WHEN I TRIED TO STOP MY CAR WOULD NOT AND ALMOST WENT INTO SOMEONE'S HOUSE...THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ALSO! ATTEMPTED TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED AFTER $1024 LATER, THE ABS LIGHT IS OFF BUT BRAKE LIGHT. CONTINUES TO COME ON AND SQUEAL. FORD DEALER INSISTS NOTHING ...

Nov 29, 2012 Power Train 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE TH...

Nov 29, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. WHEN I TRIED TO STOP MY CAR WOULD NOT AND ALMOST WENT INTO SOMEONE'S HOUSE...THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON ALSO! ATTEMPTED TO GET THE PROBLEM FIXED AFTER $1024 LATER, THE ABS LIGHT IS OFF BUT BRAKE LIGHT. CONTINUES TO COME ON AND SQUEAL. FORD DEALER INSISTS NOTHING ...

Nov 26, 2012 Power Train 106,000 mi

WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECREASE IN SPEED, PRESSED GAS PEDAL TO INCREASE SPEED, B UT ONLY THE RPM'S WENT UP AND NOTHING ELSE. HAD TO COAST TO A SAFE AREA TO GET OFF THE ROAD, WAS STRANDED 6 MILES FRONT HE NEAREST TOWN AND WAS ABOUT 20 DEGREES OUTSIDE. THERE WAS NO WARNI...

Nov 26, 2012 Power Train 106,000 mi

WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECREASE IN SPEED, PRESSED GAS PEDAL TO INCREASE SPEED, B UT ONLY THE RPM'S WENT UP AND NOTHING ELSE. HAD TO COAST TO A SAFE AREA TO GET OFF THE ROAD, WAS STRANDED 6 MILES FRONT HE NEAREST TOWN AND WAS ABOUT 20 DEGREES OUTSIDE. THERE WAS NO WARNI...

Nov 23, 2012 Power Train 117,000 mi

I DRIVE APPROXIMATELY 50-100 MILES A DAY. I JUST PULLED INTO THE LIBRARY AND WHEN I WENT TO LEAVE, THE CAR BACKED OUT, BUT THAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. I TRIED EVERY GEAR AND THE RPM JUST REVVED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR SLIPPAGE OR INDICATION THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING. SPOKE TO THE MECHANIC AND ITS THE ...

Nov 23, 2012 Power Train 117,000 mi

I DRIVE APPROXIMATELY 50-100 MILES A DAY. I JUST PULLED INTO THE LIBRARY AND WHEN I WENT TO LEAVE, THE CAR BACKED OUT, BUT THAN WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. I TRIED EVERY GEAR AND THE RPM JUST REVVED. THERE WAS NO PRIOR SLIPPAGE OR INDICATION THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING. SPOKE TO THE MECHANIC AND ITS THE ...

Nov 12, 2012 Suspension 121,830 mi

MECHANICS AT BIG MIKE NAUGHTON AURORA DENVER FORD, INC, AND PRIVATE MECHANIC DISCOVERED RUST AND CRACKS THROUGH OUT REAR AXLE. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Structure 121,830 mi

MECHANICS AT BIG MIKE NAUGHTON AURORA DENVER FORD, INC, AND PRIVATE MECHANIC DISCOVERED RUST AND CRACKS THROUGH OUT REAR AXLE. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON - VEHICLE WAS IN FOR ANOTHER RECALL AND FORD NOTED THAT LIGHT WAS ON - WANTED TO CHARGE FOR INSPECTION OF REASON LIGHT STAYS ON - THEY ALSO VERIFIED THAT BRAKES WERE GOOD.. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

THE ABS SYSTEM, THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FIXED WITH THE SWITCH RECALL, STILL DOESN'T WORK. INTERMITTENTLY I HAVE THE ABS/BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THIS VAN. IT HAS HAPPENED UNDER VARIOUS CONDITIONS. I HAVE REPLACED MASTER AND REAR WHEEL CYLINDERS, BRAKE DRUMS AND STILL HAVE INTERMITTENT ABS. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Suspension 121,830 mi

MECHANICS AT BIG MIKE NAUGHTON AURORA DENVER FORD, INC, AND PRIVATE MECHANIC DISCOVERED RUST AND CRACKS THROUGH OUT REAR AXLE. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Structure 121,830 mi

MECHANICS AT BIG MIKE NAUGHTON AURORA DENVER FORD, INC, AND PRIVATE MECHANIC DISCOVERED RUST AND CRACKS THROUGH OUT REAR AXLE. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON - VEHICLE WAS IN FOR ANOTHER RECALL AND FORD NOTED THAT LIGHT WAS ON - WANTED TO CHARGE FOR INSPECTION OF REASON LIGHT STAYS ON - THEY ALSO VERIFIED THAT BRAKES WERE GOOD.. *TR

Nov 12, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

THE ABS SYSTEM, THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FIXED WITH THE SWITCH RECALL, STILL DOESN'T WORK. INTERMITTENTLY I HAVE THE ABS/BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THIS VAN. IT HAS HAPPENED UNDER VARIOUS CONDITIONS. I HAVE REPLACED MASTER AND REAR WHEEL CYLINDERS, BRAKE DRUMS AND STILL HAVE INTERMITTENT ABS. *TR

Nov 7, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT MERGED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSE THAT THE TRANSMISSION H...

Nov 7, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT MERGED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSE THAT THE TRANSMISSION H...

Nov 3, 2012 Power Train Crash 155,600 mi

WHEN LEAVING MY HOUSE ON A TRIP OUT OF TOWN, I DROVE MY WINDSTAR DOWN THE STREET TO THE INTERSECTION LEAVING MY STREET. AS I PULLED OUT INTO TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION BROKE, DISENGAGED AND WOULD NO LONGER PROPEL THE WINDSTAR FORWARD. THE MECHANIC WHO TOWED THE VEHICLE SAID THE TRANSMISSION WAS GONE A...

Nov 3, 2012 Service Brakes 122,200 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND CONTINUES TO COME ON AFTER 2 TO 3 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THE BRAKE HARDWARE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. *TR

Nov 3, 2012 Power Train Crash 155,600 mi

WHEN LEAVING MY HOUSE ON A TRIP OUT OF TOWN, I DROVE MY WINDSTAR DOWN THE STREET TO THE INTERSECTION LEAVING MY STREET. AS I PULLED OUT INTO TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION BROKE, DISENGAGED AND WOULD NO LONGER PROPEL THE WINDSTAR FORWARD. THE MECHANIC WHO TOWED THE VEHICLE SAID THE TRANSMISSION WAS GONE A...

Nov 3, 2012 Service Brakes 122,200 mi

THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND CONTINUES TO COME ON AFTER 2 TO 3 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THE BRAKE HARDWARE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. *TR

Nov 2, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ON...NOW THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY. ALSO STALLS AFTER TURNING ON. *TR

Nov 2, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WERE ON...NOW THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY. ALSO STALLS AFTER TURNING ON. *TR

Oct 26, 2012 Service Brakes 65,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING CAR SEVERAL MILES FOR UNKNOWN REASON. DEALER SAYS IT COULD BE A $1500 TO $2500 FIX IF ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 26, 2012 Service Brakes 65,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING CAR SEVERAL MILES FOR UNKNOWN REASON. DEALER SAYS IT COULD BE A $1500 TO $2500 FIX IF ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 18, 2012 Service Brakes 269,000 mi

BOTH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHEN DRIVING. THEN SHUT OFF THEN BACK ON. A LOT OF WINDSTARS ON THE ROAD DOES THE SAME THING. *TR

Oct 18, 2012 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURE, THE WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON AND OFF. IT IS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE IN SNOW AND ICE CONDITIONS AS THE VEHICLE BRAKING BECOMES UNPREDICTABLE. *TR

Oct 18, 2012 Service Brakes 269,000 mi

BOTH MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON WHEN DRIVING. THEN SHUT OFF THEN BACK ON. A LOT OF WINDSTARS ON THE ROAD DOES THE SAME THING. *TR

Oct 18, 2012 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

ABS HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURE, THE WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON AND OFF. IT IS DIFFICULT TO DRIVE IN SNOW AND ICE CONDITIONS AS THE VEHICLE BRAKING BECOMES UNPREDICTABLE. *TR

Oct 17, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, MY MECHANIC SAID THAT MY ABS BRAKING SYSTEM COULD BE INOPERABLE WITH THE LIGHT ON. I FEEL THAT THIS IS ANOTHER FAILING PART THAT FORD NEEDS TO ISSUE A RECALL FOR. *TR

Oct 17, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, MY MECHANIC SAID THAT MY ABS BRAKING SYSTEM COULD BE INOPERABLE WITH THE LIGHT ON. I FEEL THAT THIS IS ANOTHER FAILING PART THAT FORD NEEDS TO ISSUE A RECALL FOR. *TR

Oct 16, 2012 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

THE BRAKE, ABS, AND TRACTION OF LIGHTS COME ON. WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF, IT SEEMS TO RESET AND DOESN'T COME BACK ON UNTIL DRIVING FOR A WHILE. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC TIME OR DRIVING CONDITION THAT SEEMS TO TRIGGER IT. IT IS COMPLETELY RANDOM. SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES, FROM THE DEALERSHIP TO LES ...

Oct 16, 2012 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

THE BRAKE, ABS, AND TRACTION OF LIGHTS COME ON. WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF, IT SEEMS TO RESET AND DOESN'T COME BACK ON UNTIL DRIVING FOR A WHILE. THERE IS NO SPECIFIC TIME OR DRIVING CONDITION THAT SEEMS TO TRIGGER IT. IT IS COMPLETELY RANDOM. SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES, FROM THE DEALERSHIP TO LES ...

Oct 15, 2012 Service Brakes 42,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD ABS CONTROL UNIT PROBLEMS SINCE IT WAS THREE YEARS OLD IN 2006. THE CONDITION BEING DESCRIBED IS NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH A PREVIOUS WINDSTAR RECALL INVOLVING A LEAKING BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH (NHTSA ACTION #EA08021). THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS IN THE SPRING OF 2006 (ONE MONT...

Oct 15, 2012 Service Brakes 42,000 mi

THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD ABS CONTROL UNIT PROBLEMS SINCE IT WAS THREE YEARS OLD IN 2006. THE CONDITION BEING DESCRIBED IS NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH A PREVIOUS WINDSTAR RECALL INVOLVING A LEAKING BRAKE FLUID PRESSURE SWITCH (NHTSA ACTION #EA08021). THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS IN THE SPRING OF 2006 (ONE MONT...

Oct 10, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

ABS BRAKES DASHBOARD LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. DEALER HAS RESET MANY TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. *TR

Oct 10, 2012 Engine 40,000 mi

ABS BRAKES DASHBOARD LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. DEALER HAS RESET MANY TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. *TR

Oct 10, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

ABS BRAKES DASHBOARD LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. DEALER HAS RESET MANY TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. *TR

Oct 10, 2012 Engine 40,000 mi

ABS BRAKES DASHBOARD LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. DEALER HAS RESET MANY TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. *TR

Oct 9, 2012 Electrical System 87,474 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION, AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 9, 2012 Electrical System 87,474 mi

THE ABS, TRACTION, AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Oct 7, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND FAILURE OF BRAKING SYSTEM. *TR

Oct 7, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND FAILURE OF BRAKING SYSTEM. *TR

Oct 6, 2012 Service Brakes 86,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 6, 2012 Electrical System 86,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 6, 2012 Service Brakes 86,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 6, 2012 Electrical System 86,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE IS BAD. *TR

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ABS SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. BRAKE WARNING LIGHT USUALLY COMES ON SIMULTANEOUSLY. *TR

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. ABS SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK. BRAKE WARNING LIGHT USUALLY COMES ON SIMULTANEOUSLY. *TR

Oct 1, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH OVER A ROAD BUMP, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE AXLE WAS ...

Oct 1, 2012 Power Train 56,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH OVER A ROAD BUMP, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT LATER NOTICED THAT THE AXLE WAS FRACTURED AND RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE AXLE WAS ...

Sep 28, 2012 Service Brakes 230,560 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF, DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW AND REAR DRIVERS SIDE WING DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, RADIO CHANGES STATIONS ON ITS OWN, ENGINE SERGE WHEN IN IDEAL, INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, NOISE IN REAR WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Sep 28, 2012 Electrical System 230,560 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF, DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW AND REAR DRIVERS SIDE WING DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, RADIO CHANGES STATIONS ON ITS OWN, ENGINE SERGE WHEN IN IDEAL, INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, NOISE IN REAR WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Sep 28, 2012 Service Brakes 230,560 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF, DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW AND REAR DRIVERS SIDE WING DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, RADIO CHANGES STATIONS ON ITS OWN, ENGINE SERGE WHEN IN IDEAL, INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, NOISE IN REAR WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Sep 28, 2012 Electrical System 230,560 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF, DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW AND REAR DRIVERS SIDE WING DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY, RADIO CHANGES STATIONS ON ITS OWN, ENGINE SERGE WHEN IN IDEAL, INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON BY THEMSELVES, NOISE IN REAR WHEN IN REVERSE. *TR

Sep 27, 2012 Electrical System Fire 98,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE WIRES GOING TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX RUBBED OFF AND MELTED SHORTING OUT EVERYTHING. CASED THE SPEEDOMETER TO GO OUT TACHOMETER TO STOP WORKING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND OVERDRIVE LIGHT BLINKS. MAY HAVE COT ON FIRE FOR A MIN I SMELLED SMOKE BUT WENT OUT ON ITS OWN. *...

Sep 27, 2012 Electrical System Fire 98,000 mi

THE RUBBER ON THE WIRES GOING TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX RUBBED OFF AND MELTED SHORTING OUT EVERYTHING. CASED THE SPEEDOMETER TO GO OUT TACHOMETER TO STOP WORKING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND OVERDRIVE LIGHT BLINKS. MAY HAVE COT ON FIRE FOR A MIN I SMELLED SMOKE BUT WENT OUT ON ITS OWN. *...

Sep 26, 2012 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON, LIGHTS GO OFF IF CAR IS TURNED OFF FOR A MINUTE. SPORADIC PROBLEM THAT DOESN'T FOLLOW A PATTERN. *TR

Sep 26, 2012 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON, LIGHTS GO OFF IF CAR IS TURNED OFF FOR A MINUTE. SPORADIC PROBLEM THAT DOESN'T FOLLOW A PATTERN. *TR

Sep 25, 2012 Structure 139,379 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB-FRAME EXHIBITED A HOLE DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE SUB-FRAME. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO THEN ADVISE...

Sep 25, 2012 Structure 139,379 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUB-FRAME EXHIBITED A HOLE DUE TO RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE SUB-FRAME. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE WHO THEN ADVISE...

Sep 20, 2012 Service Brakes 87,148 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AFTER DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES AND STAYED ON. *TR

Sep 20, 2012 Service Brakes 87,148 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AFTER DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES AND STAYED ON. *TR

Sep 17, 2012 Service Brakes 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE MODULATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Sep 17, 2012 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED THE TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT INDEPENDENT MECHANICS FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHO WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILUR...

Sep 17, 2012 Interior Lighting 105,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS WENT ON AND WERE FLASHING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR

Sep 17, 2012 Electrical System 105,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS WENT ON AND WERE FLASHING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR

Sep 17, 2012 Service Brakes 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. THE REPAIR SHOP CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE MODULATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Sep 17, 2012 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED THE TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT INDEPENDENT MECHANICS FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHO WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILUR...

Sep 17, 2012 Interior Lighting 105,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS WENT ON AND WERE FLASHING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR

Sep 17, 2012 Electrical System 105,000 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS WENT ON AND WERE FLASHING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR

Sep 14, 2012 Power Train 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH, AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE DECREASED ACCELERATION INDEPENDENTLY. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECH...

Sep 14, 2012 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE ABS AND OTHER BRAKE LIGHT STAYS LIT CONSTANTLY. I JUST HAD THE CAR INSPECTED AND THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. I HAVE READ THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VAN, AND HAS CAUSED ENGINE FIRES. I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU WOULD LOOK FURTHER INTO RECALLING THIS VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 14, 2012 Power Train 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH, AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE DECREASED ACCELERATION INDEPENDENTLY. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECH...

Sep 14, 2012 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

THE ABS AND OTHER BRAKE LIGHT STAYS LIT CONSTANTLY. I JUST HAD THE CAR INSPECTED AND THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. I HAVE READ THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM WITH THIS MODEL VAN, AND HAS CAUSED ENGINE FIRES. I WOULD APPRECIATE IT IF YOU WOULD LOOK FURTHER INTO RECALLING THIS VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Service Brakes 91,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. PROBLEM HAS BEEN INTERMITTENT BUT WENT FROM SOMETIMES TO NOW BEING ON MOST TIMES. ABS MODULES ARE NOT CHEAP AND THE FEEDBACK I HAVE RECEIVED INDICATES THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH FORD WINDSTARS. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Service Brakes 111,452 mi

WHILE DRIVING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON 5 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING SOMETIME NOT AT ALL AND NOW LIGHTS NEVER GO OFF HAVE NEW BRAKE PADS AND SHOES TOOK TO DEALER FOR SCDS RECALL THEY DID NOT CHECK OR DISCUSS ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT I ASKED BUT THEY DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE LIGHTS OR CLEAR CODES. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 111,452 mi

WHILE DRIVING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON 5 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING SOMETIME NOT AT ALL AND NOW LIGHTS NEVER GO OFF HAVE NEW BRAKE PADS AND SHOES TOOK TO DEALER FOR SCDS RECALL THEY DID NOT CHECK OR DISCUSS ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT I ASKED BUT THEY DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE LIGHTS OR CLEAR CODES. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Service Brakes 91,000 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. PROBLEM HAS BEEN INTERMITTENT BUT WENT FROM SOMETIMES TO NOW BEING ON MOST TIMES. ABS MODULES ARE NOT CHEAP AND THE FEEDBACK I HAVE RECEIVED INDICATES THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH FORD WINDSTARS. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Service Brakes 111,452 mi

WHILE DRIVING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON 5 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING SOMETIME NOT AT ALL AND NOW LIGHTS NEVER GO OFF HAVE NEW BRAKE PADS AND SHOES TOOK TO DEALER FOR SCDS RECALL THEY DID NOT CHECK OR DISCUSS ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT I ASKED BUT THEY DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE LIGHTS OR CLEAR CODES. *TR

Sep 11, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 111,452 mi

WHILE DRIVING ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON 5 MINUTES AFTER DRIVING SOMETIME NOT AT ALL AND NOW LIGHTS NEVER GO OFF HAVE NEW BRAKE PADS AND SHOES TOOK TO DEALER FOR SCDS RECALL THEY DID NOT CHECK OR DISCUSS ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT I ASKED BUT THEY DID NOT ACKNOWLEDGE LIGHTS OR CLEAR CODES. *TR

Sep 7, 2012 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME RESISTANT TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT M...

Sep 7, 2012 Power Train 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME RESISTANT TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT M...

Sep 6, 2012 Electrical System 115,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY DESPITE REPAIRS. *TR

Sep 6, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY DESPITE REPAIRS. *TR

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 120,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE FOR THE SECOND TIME. FIRST INCIDENT AT 97,000 MILES THEN AGAIN AT 120,000 MILES. *TR

Sep 6, 2012 Electrical System 115,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY DESPITE REPAIRS. *TR

Sep 6, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY DESPITE REPAIRS. *TR

Sep 6, 2012 Power Train 120,000 mi

TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE FOR THE SECOND TIME. FIRST INCIDENT AT 97,000 MILES THEN AGAIN AT 120,000 MILES. *TR

Sep 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMPUTER, CAUSES THE DOME LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. THE ELECTRIC WINDOW TO SOMETIMES NOT WORK, THE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF, THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Sep 4, 2012 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMPUTER, CAUSES THE DOME LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. THE ELECTRIC WINDOW TO SOMETIMES NOT WORK, THE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF, THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Sep 4, 2012 Electrical System 140,000 mi

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMPUTER, CAUSES THE DOME LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. THE ELECTRIC WINDOW TO SOMETIMES NOT WORK, THE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF, THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Sep 4, 2012 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMPUTER, CAUSES THE DOME LIGHTS TO GO ON AND OFF. THE ELECTRIC WINDOW TO SOMETIMES NOT WORK, THE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF, THE BRAKE LIGHT TO COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Aug 31, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LAMPS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. ABS IS DISABLED WHEN THE LAMPS ARE ON. THIS PROBLEM OCCURS FREQUENTLY. THE LAMPS COME ON WHEN YOU START THE VAN AND STAY LIT, BUT SOMETIMES FOR WEEKS THE LAMPS DO NOT COME ON AT ALL AND THE ABS WORKS. I WOULD ESTIMATE THE LAMPS ARE ON 60-70% OF THE TIME. ...

Aug 31, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE IN EITHER REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO RECOMMENDED THAT THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION BE REPLACED....

Aug 31, 2012 Service Brakes 94,950 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY. THERE SEEMS TO BE ANY CORRELATION TO ANY PARTICULAR DRIVING CONDITION, SPEED, FORCE OF BRAKING, ETC. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS AN ABS MODULE FAILURE. THEY ALSO STATE THAT FAILURE TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE WOULD RESULT IN PROBABLE FAILURE OF THE B...

Aug 31, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LAMPS INTERMITTENTLY COME ON. ABS IS DISABLED WHEN THE LAMPS ARE ON. THIS PROBLEM OCCURS FREQUENTLY. THE LAMPS COME ON WHEN YOU START THE VAN AND STAY LIT, BUT SOMETIMES FOR WEEKS THE LAMPS DO NOT COME ON AT ALL AND THE ABS WORKS. I WOULD ESTIMATE THE LAMPS ARE ON 60-70% OF THE TIME. ...

Aug 31, 2012 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE IN EITHER REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO RECOMMENDED THAT THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION BE REPLACED....

Aug 31, 2012 Service Brakes 94,950 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY. THERE SEEMS TO BE ANY CORRELATION TO ANY PARTICULAR DRIVING CONDITION, SPEED, FORCE OF BRAKING, ETC. FORD DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS AN ABS MODULE FAILURE. THEY ALSO STATE THAT FAILURE TO RECTIFY THE ISSUE WOULD RESULT IN PROBABLE FAILURE OF THE B...

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes 81,000 mi

MY VAN HAS HAD THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ON WHICH MY MECHANIC DETECTS IS POSSIBLY DUE TO THE MODULATOR. *TR

Aug 29, 2012 Service Brakes 81,000 mi

MY VAN HAS HAD THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ON WHICH MY MECHANIC DETECTS IS POSSIBLY DUE TO THE MODULATOR. *TR

Aug 27, 2012 Service Brakes 175,300 mi

EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL RECENTLY ABS AN BRAKE LIGHT WOULD POP ON AND STAY ON UNTIL YOU TURN VEHICLE OFF WHEN YOU STARTED THE VEHICLE THE LIGHTS WOULD BE OFF UNTIL YOU WERE DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES AN THEY WOULD POP ON AND NOW THEY STAY ON PRIOR OWNER HAD SAME ISSUE WITH VEHICLE AN HAD IT CHE...

Aug 27, 2012 Service Brakes 175,300 mi

EVERYTHING WAS FINE UNTIL RECENTLY ABS AN BRAKE LIGHT WOULD POP ON AND STAY ON UNTIL YOU TURN VEHICLE OFF WHEN YOU STARTED THE VEHICLE THE LIGHTS WOULD BE OFF UNTIL YOU WERE DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES AN THEY WOULD POP ON AND NOW THEY STAY ON PRIOR OWNER HAD SAME ISSUE WITH VEHICLE AN HAD IT CHE...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes

WHEN I APPLY MY BRAKES THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TO RESET THIS LIGHT I HAVE TO PULL OVER TURN OFF THE ENGINE WAIT A FEW SECONDS AND RESTART. THIS IS BECOMING MORE AND MORE OF A PROBLEM. THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING ALL THE TIME. *TR

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes

WHEN I APPLY MY BRAKES THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. TO RESET THIS LIGHT I HAVE TO PULL OVER TURN OFF THE ENGINE WAIT A FEW SECONDS AND RESTART. THIS IS BECOMING MORE AND MORE OF A PROBLEM. THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING ALL THE TIME. *TR

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 24, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND ALLOWED TO RESET. THE FAILURE WAS NO LONGER PRESENT ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE ...

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes 48,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Aug 23, 2012 Exterior Lighting 109,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME AND GOES BACK OUT ALL THE TIME. THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT BLOWS OUT ABOUT EVERY TWO WEEKS TO TWO MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED ABOUT 20 TIMES SINCE BUYING VEHICLE. NEIGHBOR HAS A 2003 WINDSTAR WITH SAME PROBLEM. HORN FAILED, CONNECTION PROBLEM, WORKS OFF AND ON. ...

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes 61,255 mi

MY ANTI LOCK BRAKES STOPPED WORKING. THE CARS ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF THE PAST YEAR. *TR

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER DRIVING IT A FEW MILES AND STAYS ON. *TR

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes 48,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Aug 23, 2012 Exterior Lighting 109,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME AND GOES BACK OUT ALL THE TIME. THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT BLOWS OUT ABOUT EVERY TWO WEEKS TO TWO MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED ABOUT 20 TIMES SINCE BUYING VEHICLE. NEIGHBOR HAS A 2003 WINDSTAR WITH SAME PROBLEM. HORN FAILED, CONNECTION PROBLEM, WORKS OFF AND ON. ...

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes 61,255 mi

MY ANTI LOCK BRAKES STOPPED WORKING. THE CARS ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF THE PAST YEAR. *TR

Aug 23, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AFTER DRIVING IT A FEW MILES AND STAYS ON. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Service Brakes

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Electrical System

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Exterior Lighting

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Visibility

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Service Brakes

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Electrical System

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Exterior Lighting

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 22, 2012 Visibility

LIGHTS TURN ON AND OF INSIDE THE CAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF. WINDOWS STOP WORKING GET STUCK. *TR

Aug 21, 2012 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 21, 2012 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS CAME ON. ABS INOPERABLE. STOPPING DISTANCE GREATLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS CAME ON. ABS INOPERABLE. STOPPING DISTANCE GREATLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS CAME ON. ABS INOPERABLE. STOPPING DISTANCE GREATLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 115,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS CAME ON. ABS INOPERABLE. STOPPING DISTANCE GREATLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 18, 2012 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON EVEN AFTER REPAIR. *TR

Aug 18, 2012 Service Brakes 105,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON EVEN AFTER REPAIR. *TR

Aug 16, 2012 Service Brakes 89,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER THE FAILURE WAS NOT LOCATED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 89,100.

Aug 16, 2012 Service Brakes 89,100 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER THE FAILURE WAS NOT LOCATED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 89,100.

Aug 15, 2012 Service Brakes 140,162 mi

MY ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM THAT PREVENTS THE LIGHTS FROM GOING OUT AND THE USE OF LIGHTS INSIDE MY VEHICLE. THE OPEN DOOR LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON CAUSING ME TO FEAR FOR MY CHILDRENS SAFTEY NOT KNOWING IF THE BREAKS WILL WORK OR IF MY DOORS ARE SECURE. *T...

Aug 15, 2012 Service Brakes 140,162 mi

MY ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM THAT PREVENTS THE LIGHTS FROM GOING OUT AND THE USE OF LIGHTS INSIDE MY VEHICLE. THE OPEN DOOR LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON CAUSING ME TO FEAR FOR MY CHILDRENS SAFTEY NOT KNOWING IF THE BREAKS WILL WORK OR IF MY DOORS ARE SECURE. *T...

Aug 9, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

ABS MALFUNCTIONED - CAUSED DAMAGE. *TR

Aug 9, 2012 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND THE PARKING LIGHT COMES ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER THE CAR IS STARTED. *TR

Aug 9, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

ABS MALFUNCTIONED - CAUSED DAMAGE. *TR

Aug 9, 2012 Service Brakes 135,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND THE PARKING LIGHT COMES ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER THE CAR IS STARTED. *TR

Aug 7, 2012 Service Brakes 129,490 mi

MY ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT TURNED ON,IM ABLE TO RESET BUT AFTER LESS THAN 5 MIN. OF VEHICLE WARM UP THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT IS BACK ON AGAIN. *TR

Aug 7, 2012 Service Brakes 129,490 mi

MY ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT TURNED ON,IM ABLE TO RESET BUT AFTER LESS THAN 5 MIN. OF VEHICLE WARM UP THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT IS BACK ON AGAIN. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Air Bags 115,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 6, 2012 Air Bags 115,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 101,009 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND AS OF NOW THERE IS NOT A RECALL OUT ON THIS VEHICLE. BUT THERE IS INDEED A RECALL ON THE 2004 FORD FREESTAR WHICH HAS THE EXACT SAME COMPONENTS AND DRIVETRAIN. FORD HAS RECALLED 205,896 2004-2005 FREESTARS DUE TO THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT FAIL. THE ...

Aug 1, 2012 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. HAVE NEW BRAKES. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEEP FLASHING ON AND OFF WHEN DRIVING BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON. I HAVE HAD BATTERY TESTED. *TR

Aug 1, 2012 Power Train 101,009 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND AS OF NOW THERE IS NOT A RECALL OUT ON THIS VEHICLE. BUT THERE IS INDEED A RECALL ON THE 2004 FORD FREESTAR WHICH HAS THE EXACT SAME COMPONENTS AND DRIVETRAIN. FORD HAS RECALLED 205,896 2004-2005 FREESTARS DUE TO THE TORQUE CONVERTER OUTPUT SHAFT FAIL. THE ...

Jul 31, 2012 Electrical System 166,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ITEMS DONE TO FIX PROBLEM INCLUDING TUNE UP, CLEANING OF CONTACTS. I AM NOW TOLD THAT THE ABS CIRCUIT CONTROLLER MAY BE BAD. THIS IS A $1,500 JOB THAT JUST MAY FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT ABOUT $600. JUDGING FROM THE HITS I GET...

Jul 31, 2012 Service Brakes 166,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ITEMS DONE TO FIX PROBLEM INCLUDING TUNE UP, CLEANING OF CONTACTS. I AM NOW TOLD THAT THE ABS CIRCUIT CONTROLLER MAY BE BAD. THIS IS A $1,500 JOB THAT JUST MAY FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT ABOUT $600. JUDGING FROM THE HITS I GET...

Jul 31, 2012 Power Train 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 12V193000 (POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS ). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND WAS REPAIRED UNDER BOTH ...

Jul 31, 2012 Electrical System 166,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ITEMS DONE TO FIX PROBLEM INCLUDING TUNE UP, CLEANING OF CONTACTS. I AM NOW TOLD THAT THE ABS CIRCUIT CONTROLLER MAY BE BAD. THIS IS A $1,500 JOB THAT JUST MAY FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT ABOUT $600. JUDGING FROM THE HITS I GET...

Jul 31, 2012 Service Brakes 166,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ITEMS DONE TO FIX PROBLEM INCLUDING TUNE UP, CLEANING OF CONTACTS. I AM NOW TOLD THAT THE ABS CIRCUIT CONTROLLER MAY BE BAD. THIS IS A $1,500 JOB THAT JUST MAY FIX THE PROBLEM. I HAVE ALREADY SPENT ABOUT $600. JUDGING FROM THE HITS I GET...

Jul 31, 2012 Power Train 143,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 12V193000 (POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS ). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND WAS REPAIRED UNDER BOTH ...

Jul 27, 2012 Service Brakes

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT, TRAC OFF WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ALL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED DAILY SINCE FIRST NOTICING IT 3 OR 4 YEARS AGO. REPORTED TO DEALER AND DEALER DIAGNOSED AS FAULT ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH INTERNAL FAULT. SERVICE TECHNICIAN...

Jul 27, 2012 Service Brakes

THE ABS WARNING LIGHT, TRAC OFF WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ALL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED DAILY SINCE FIRST NOTICING IT 3 OR 4 YEARS AGO. REPORTED TO DEALER AND DEALER DIAGNOSED AS FAULT ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE WITH INTERNAL FAULT. SERVICE TECHNICIAN...

Jul 25, 2012 Power Train 119,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH STAYS ON MAJORITY OF THE TIME, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT WARNING IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH NO POWER, AND THERE IS A NOTICEABLE CHANGE AT TIMES IN THE CRUISE SPEED CONTROL WHILE DRIVING REVVING UP THE ENGINE. HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AS A RESULT. THERE APPEARS ...

Jul 25, 2012 Service Brakes 119,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH STAYS ON MAJORITY OF THE TIME, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT WARNING IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH NO POWER, AND THERE IS A NOTICEABLE CHANGE AT TIMES IN THE CRUISE SPEED CONTROL WHILE DRIVING REVVING UP THE ENGINE. HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AS A RESULT. THERE APPEARS ...

Jul 25, 2012 Power Train 119,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH STAYS ON MAJORITY OF THE TIME, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT WARNING IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH NO POWER, AND THERE IS A NOTICEABLE CHANGE AT TIMES IN THE CRUISE SPEED CONTROL WHILE DRIVING REVVING UP THE ENGINE. HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AS A RESULT. THERE APPEARS ...

Jul 25, 2012 Service Brakes 119,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH STAYS ON MAJORITY OF THE TIME, TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITHOUT WARNING IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH NO POWER, AND THERE IS A NOTICEABLE CHANGE AT TIMES IN THE CRUISE SPEED CONTROL WHILE DRIVING REVVING UP THE ENGINE. HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AS A RESULT. THERE APPEARS ...

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 146,148 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON I FEEL THIS IS A DANGER FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN THIS CAR WITH THE KNOWN INCIDENTS THAT HAVE HAPPENED! PLEASE HELP GET THIS PROBLEM SOLVED! *TR

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP CAN NOT FIND OUT WHY LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 146,148 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON I FEEL THIS IS A DANGER FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN THIS CAR WITH THE KNOWN INCIDENTS THAT HAVE HAPPENED! PLEASE HELP GET THIS PROBLEM SOLVED! *TR

Jul 24, 2012 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD. VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP CAN NOT FIND OUT WHY LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT LUMINATES AND STAYS LIT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS WARMED UP. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Electrical System

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT LUMINATES AND STAYS LIT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS WARMED UP. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 23, 2012 Electrical System

WARNING LIGHTS IN DASH COME ON AND GO OFF, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, CRUISE CONTROL DON'T WORK EVERY TIME. *TR

Jul 22, 2012 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

STARTING THIS YEAR (2012), YOU CAN NOT GET AN INSPECTION STICKER IN NEW HAMPSHIRE IF THE ABS LIGHT IS ON. APPROXIMATELY 3 YEARS AGO THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT WOULD PERIODICALLY LIGHT UP ON THE DASHBOARD. SHORTLY AFTER THE LIGHTS APPEARED, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A HORRIBLE SQUEALING AND GRINDING NOIS...

Jul 22, 2012 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

STARTING THIS YEAR (2012), YOU CAN NOT GET AN INSPECTION STICKER IN NEW HAMPSHIRE IF THE ABS LIGHT IS ON. APPROXIMATELY 3 YEARS AGO THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT WOULD PERIODICALLY LIGHT UP ON THE DASHBOARD. SHORTLY AFTER THE LIGHTS APPEARED, THE BRAKES WOULD MAKE A HORRIBLE SQUEALING AND GRINDING NOIS...

Jul 21, 2012 Service Brakes 99,500 mi

AFTER REACHING SPEEDS OF 30 MPH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON. WILL RESET AFTER CAR TURNS OFF ONLY TO APEAR AGAIN. BRAKING DOES NOT SEEM TO BE AFFECTED. *TR

Jul 21, 2012 Service Brakes 99,500 mi

AFTER REACHING SPEEDS OF 30 MPH THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON. WILL RESET AFTER CAR TURNS OFF ONLY TO APEAR AGAIN. BRAKING DOES NOT SEEM TO BE AFFECTED. *TR

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REP...

Jul 19, 2012 Power Train 124,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REP...

Jul 18, 2012 Electrical System

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND OFF. AND BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR KEEPS GOING BAD. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND OFF. AND BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR KEEPS GOING BAD. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes 77,025 mi

MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON .. I HAD MY BRAKES SERVICED.. AND THEY ARE FINE.. THE LIGHT WON'T GO OFF. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Electrical System

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND OFF. AND BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR KEEPS GOING BAD. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND OFF. AND BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR KEEPS GOING BAD. *TR

Jul 18, 2012 Service Brakes 77,025 mi

MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT STAYS ON .. I HAD MY BRAKES SERVICED.. AND THEY ARE FINE.. THE LIGHT WON'T GO OFF. *TR

Jul 17, 2012 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE MANEUVERED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART IT. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 17, 2012 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE MANEUVERED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO RESTART IT. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 16, 2012 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS AN INDICATION THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. I TOOK TO THE FORD DEALER AND THE REPAIR WOULD BE AT MY EXPENSE. THERE HAVE BEEN SAFETY WARNINGS ISSUED, BUT NO RECALL AS OF YET. *TR

Jul 16, 2012 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS AN INDICATION THE ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. I TOOK TO THE FORD DEALER AND THE REPAIR WOULD BE AT MY EXPENSE. THERE HAVE BEEN SAFETY WARNINGS ISSUED, BUT NO RECALL AS OF YET. *TR

Jul 14, 2012 Service Brakes 141,900 mi

I PURCHASED MY CAR ON JUNE 1, 2012. SHORTLY AFTER, THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. ON JULY 9, 2012 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MAROONE FORD IN FORT LAUDERDALE TO PERFORM NECESSARY REPAIRS PER THE RECALL. MAROONE FORD DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE RECALL REPAIRS ...

Jul 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 141,900 mi

I PURCHASED MY CAR ON JUNE 1, 2012. SHORTLY AFTER, THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. ON JULY 9, 2012 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MAROONE FORD IN FORT LAUDERDALE TO PERFORM NECESSARY REPAIRS PER THE RECALL. MAROONE FORD DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE RECALL REPAIRS ...

Jul 14, 2012 Service Brakes 141,900 mi

I PURCHASED MY CAR ON JUNE 1, 2012. SHORTLY AFTER, THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. ON JULY 9, 2012 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MAROONE FORD IN FORT LAUDERDALE TO PERFORM NECESSARY REPAIRS PER THE RECALL. MAROONE FORD DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE RECALL REPAIRS ...

Jul 14, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 141,900 mi

I PURCHASED MY CAR ON JUNE 1, 2012. SHORTLY AFTER, THE BRAKE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. ON JULY 9, 2012 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MAROONE FORD IN FORT LAUDERDALE TO PERFORM NECESSARY REPAIRS PER THE RECALL. MAROONE FORD DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE RECALL REPAIRS ...

Jul 11, 2012 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS GO ON. NO CHANGE HAPPENS. THE LIGHTS GO OUT WHEN CAR IS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED. HAD FORD DIAGNOSE IT ON THEIR COMPUTERS. SAID IT IS THE ECU AND HCU. THEY ARE SENDING CODES. *TR

Jul 11, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Jul 11, 2012 Service Brakes 130,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ABS AND BRAKES LIGHTS GO ON. NO CHANGE HAPPENS. THE LIGHTS GO OUT WHEN CAR IS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED. HAD FORD DIAGNOSE IT ON THEIR COMPUTERS. SAID IT IS THE ECU AND HCU. THEY ARE SENDING CODES. *TR

Jul 11, 2012 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC...

Jul 10, 2012 Service Brakes 125,000 mi

BOTH ABS BRAKE AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN WHEN THE OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE AROUND 60 DEGREES OR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN FOR MORE THAT 30 MINUTES. AFTER THE LIGHTS COME ON THE ABS BRAKES NO LONGER WORK. *TR

Jul 10, 2012 Service Brakes 125,000 mi

BOTH ABS BRAKE AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN WHEN THE OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE AROUND 60 DEGREES OR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN FOR MORE THAT 30 MINUTES. AFTER THE LIGHTS COME ON THE ABS BRAKES NO LONGER WORK. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS FOR BOTH ABS AND BRAKES ILLUMINATED. *TR

Jul 9, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS FOR BOTH ABS AND BRAKES ILLUMINATED. *TR

Jul 7, 2012 Service Brakes

I WAS DRIVING ALONG ON THE FREEWAY ABOUT 65 MPH AND I HIT A SMALL BUMP AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND SINCE THEN IT WON'T SHUT OFF. *TR

Jul 7, 2012 Electrical System

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 7, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 7, 2012 Suspension

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 7, 2012 Service Brakes

I WAS DRIVING ALONG ON THE FREEWAY ABOUT 65 MPH AND I HIT A SMALL BUMP AND THE ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND SINCE THEN IT WON'T SHUT OFF. *TR

Jul 7, 2012 Electrical System

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 7, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 7, 2012 Suspension

FIRST OF ALL THERE IS A SHORT LOCATED BY THE STEERING WHEEL AROUND THE AIR BAG. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I CHANGED IT AND A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER MY VAN WOULD NOT START. I TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM, SO I TOOK IT TO AN OLD MAN THAT JUST DID ELECTRICAL PROBLEM...

Jul 4, 2012 Service Brakes 102,201 mi

BRAKE FLUID IS LEAKING FROM SOMEWHERE NEAR THE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER. IT PROBABLY HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. *JS

Jul 4, 2012 Service Brakes 102,201 mi

BRAKE FLUID IS LEAKING FROM SOMEWHERE NEAR THE MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER. IT PROBABLY HAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH. *JS

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 141,056 mi

THE (MOSTLY UNSERVICABLE) ECU MASTER RELAY HAS A BAD SOLDIER JOINT WHICH FAILS PREMATURELY AND CAUSES THE ABS LIGHT AND DTC C1185. IT ALSO CAUSES THE ENHANCED ABS BRAKING SYSTEM TO BECOME INOPERABLE. *JS

Jul 3, 2012 Service Brakes 141,056 mi

THE (MOSTLY UNSERVICABLE) ECU MASTER RELAY HAS A BAD SOLDIER JOINT WHICH FAILS PREMATURELY AND CAUSES THE ABS LIGHT AND DTC C1185. IT ALSO CAUSES THE ENHANCED ABS BRAKING SYSTEM TO BECOME INOPERABLE. *JS

Jul 1, 2012 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS APPEAR ON THE DASH. THEY WILL SOMETIMES GO OFF, BUT ALWAYS COME BACK. THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS MODULE UNDERNEATH THE CAR. THIS PART NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AS EVERYONE I TALK TO THAT HAS OR HAS HAD A WINDSTAR HAS HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. ALSO, FORD WANTS 1000S OF DO...

Jul 1, 2012 Service Brakes 128,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS APPEAR ON THE DASH. THEY WILL SOMETIMES GO OFF, BUT ALWAYS COME BACK. THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS MODULE UNDERNEATH THE CAR. THIS PART NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AS EVERYONE I TALK TO THAT HAS OR HAS HAD A WINDSTAR HAS HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. ALSO, FORD WANTS 1000S OF DO...

Jun 28, 2012 Power Train 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF THE TRANSMISSION POWER WITH A RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE AND DIAGNOSED B...

Jun 28, 2012 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME AND THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jun 28, 2012 Power Train 137,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF THE TRANSMISSION POWER WITH A RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE AND DIAGNOSED B...

Jun 28, 2012 Structure 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUB FRAME AND THE REAR AXLE. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jun 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON.*JB

Jun 26, 2012 Power Train 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE TRANSMISSION HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 61,000.

Jun 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON.*JB

Jun 26, 2012 Power Train 61,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, BUT THE TRANSMISSION HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 61,000.

Jun 25, 2012 Service Brakes 19,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED DUE TO A FAULTY ABS COMPUTER MODULE. THE ALUMINUM PLATE ON THE MODULE EXPANDS DURING HEAT CAUSING THE ABS BRAKES TO WORK ONLY PART OF THE TIME. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND FORD SHOULD DO A RECALL TO FIX THE SITUATION. MY ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON ALONG WITH M...

Jun 25, 2012 Service Brakes 19,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED DUE TO A FAULTY ABS COMPUTER MODULE. THE ALUMINUM PLATE ON THE MODULE EXPANDS DURING HEAT CAUSING THE ABS BRAKES TO WORK ONLY PART OF THE TIME. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND FORD SHOULD DO A RECALL TO FIX THE SITUATION. MY ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON ALONG WITH M...

Jun 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 24, 2012 Unknown Or Other 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 24, 2012 Electrical System 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 24, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 24, 2012 Unknown Or Other 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 24, 2012 Electrical System 120,000 mi

MY INSTRUMENT PANEL KEEPS GOING CRAZY. THE RPM NEEDLE IS NOW POINTING DOWN INTO THE DASH. THE SPEEDOMETER USUALLY IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY, IT WILL SAY THAT I AM DOING 20 MPH, WHEN I AM DOING MORE LIKE 45-50. THE GAS GAUGE SOMETIMES SAYS THAT IT IS ON EMPTY, WHEN I HAVE A FULL TANK OF GAS. SOMETIMES...

Jun 23, 2012 Service Brakes 186,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS A ISSUE WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE IS DEFECTIVE AND AS SUCH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING FUNCTION IS INOPERATIVE. THIS CAN CAUSE INCREASED BRAKING DISTANCES AND /OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL DURING SLIPPERY ROAD CONDITIONS. APPARENTLY THIS IS A WID...

Jun 23, 2012 Service Brakes 186,000 mi

THE VEHICLE HAS A ISSUE WITH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE IS DEFECTIVE AND AS SUCH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING FUNCTION IS INOPERATIVE. THIS CAN CAUSE INCREASED BRAKING DISTANCES AND /OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL DURING SLIPPERY ROAD CONDITIONS. APPARENTLY THIS IS A WID...

Jun 22, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE IGNITION REPEATEDLY HOWEVER, THE ENGINE FAILED TO OPERATE. AND THE BATTERY REQUIRED A JUMP START. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES ON SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THERE WAS A TECHNICAL SERVICE...

Jun 22, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE IGNITION REPEATEDLY HOWEVER, THE ENGINE FAILED TO OPERATE. AND THE BATTERY REQUIRED A JUMP START. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES ON SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED. THERE WAS A TECHNICAL SERVICE...

Jun 18, 2012 Service Brakes 95,500 mi

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE RESULTING IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE MASS TURNPIKE WITH MY DAUGHTER AND TWO OF HER FRIENDS, WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO RACE AND THE SPEED STARTED TO DECREASE, NOT KNOWING WHAT TO DO BECAUSE THE BREAK DOWN LANE HAD DROPPED I SLOWED INTO THE LANE FURTHEST TO THE RIGHT, FOR SLOW MOVING TRUCKS AND HAD THE VEHICLE COME TO ...

Jun 18, 2012 Service Brakes 95,500 mi

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE RESULTING IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE. *TR

Jun 18, 2012 Power Train 87,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE MASS TURNPIKE WITH MY DAUGHTER AND TWO OF HER FRIENDS, WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO RACE AND THE SPEED STARTED TO DECREASE, NOT KNOWING WHAT TO DO BECAUSE THE BREAK DOWN LANE HAD DROPPED I SLOWED INTO THE LANE FURTHEST TO THE RIGHT, FOR SLOW MOVING TRUCKS AND HAD THE VEHICLE COME TO ...

Jun 16, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IS ONLY INTERMITTENTLY FUNCTIONAL. DEFECTIVE ABS ECM. WELL KNOWN ISSUE PER THE FORD DEALER. AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING, THE ABS BECOMES NON-FUNCTIONING. THIS HAPPENS 90+% OF THE TIMES THAT THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. *JB

Jun 16, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM IS ONLY INTERMITTENTLY FUNCTIONAL. DEFECTIVE ABS ECM. WELL KNOWN ISSUE PER THE FORD DEALER. AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING, THE ABS BECOMES NON-FUNCTIONING. THIS HAPPENS 90+% OF THE TIMES THAT THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. *JB

Jun 13, 2012 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED HER VEHICLE AND WHILE IT HAD POWER IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY A LOCAL WHO STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WAS A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT. THE MAN...

Jun 13, 2012 Power Train 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED HER VEHICLE AND WHILE IT HAD POWER IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY A LOCAL WHO STATED THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WAS A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT. THE MAN...

Jun 7, 2012 Structure 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE INTERIOR. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND OPENED THE DOORS FROM THE EXTERIOR SO THE PASSENGERS COULD EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED TO THE REAR LIF...

Jun 7, 2012 Structure 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE INTERIOR. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND OPENED THE DOORS FROM THE EXTERIOR SO THE PASSENGERS COULD EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED TO THE REAR LIF...

Jun 1, 2012 Suspension 91,007 mi

BROUGHT THE CAR TO A REPAIR FACILITY TODAY TO DIAGNOSE A RECURRING FRONT END NOISE TODAY AND WAS SHOWN BY MECHANIC THAT BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ARE SEVERELY RUSTED AND WERE SHEARED/BROKEN AND HAVE BEEN FOR QUITE SOME TIME, POSSIBLY AS LONG AS A YEAR. HE SAID THAT WE WERE VERY FORTUNATE THAT THE SPR...

Jun 1, 2012 Suspension 91,007 mi

BROUGHT THE CAR TO A REPAIR FACILITY TODAY TO DIAGNOSE A RECURRING FRONT END NOISE TODAY AND WAS SHOWN BY MECHANIC THAT BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS ARE SEVERELY RUSTED AND WERE SHEARED/BROKEN AND HAVE BEEN FOR QUITE SOME TIME, POSSIBLY AS LONG AS A YEAR. HE SAID THAT WE WERE VERY FORTUNATE THAT THE SPR...

May 29, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

THE CAR WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. NO WARNING, THE CAR WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE ENGINE WOULD REV BUT THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT WORKING. ONCE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THERE WAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. NOTHING HAPPENED PRIOR, THE CAR WAS WORKING FINE. THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS CAR ON THE IN...

May 29, 2012 Structure

MY DEALERSHIP JUST CONFIRMED THAT THE FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE ENGINE MOUNT THAT IS PART OF THE SUBFRAME HAS CORROSION TO THE EXTENT THAT THERE ARE TWO PERFORATIONS COMPLETELY THROUGH THE ENGINE MOUNT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL FOR THE SUBFRAME HAS CLOSED AND THAT THERE IS NO RECOURSE FOR GETTING FI...

May 29, 2012 Power Train 104,000 mi

THE CAR WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. NO WARNING, THE CAR WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE ENGINE WOULD REV BUT THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT WORKING. ONCE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THERE WAS NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. NOTHING HAPPENED PRIOR, THE CAR WAS WORKING FINE. THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS CAR ON THE IN...

May 29, 2012 Structure

MY DEALERSHIP JUST CONFIRMED THAT THE FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE ENGINE MOUNT THAT IS PART OF THE SUBFRAME HAS CORROSION TO THE EXTENT THAT THERE ARE TWO PERFORATIONS COMPLETELY THROUGH THE ENGINE MOUNT. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL FOR THE SUBFRAME HAS CLOSED AND THAT THERE IS NO RECOURSE FOR GETTING FI...

May 23, 2012 Service Brakes 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 23, 2012 Electrical System 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 23, 2012 Service Brakes 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 23, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 23, 2012 Electrical System 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WARNING THAT ABS SYSTEM IS INOPERATIVE, SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM ALSO INOPERATIVE. BREAK PRESSURE DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKING OIL. THIS LEAKING OIL HAS TRAVELED DOWN ABS WIRING HARNESS ALL THE WAY TO THE ABS CONTROLLER. UNSAFE CONDITION. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO R...

May 22, 2012 Suspension 66,081 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE REAR AXLE LATER BECAME CRACKED AND SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE (WHICH WAS REPLACED UNDER THE RECALL) DUE TO CO...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

PULLED OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT WORK AND DROVE TO THE GARAGE ENTRANCE, STOPPED AT THE STOP SIGN. PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND ENGINE RPM JUST REVVED UP, NO FWD OR REVERSE, VAN ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO THE GARAGE. TOWED IT HOME, WAS TOLD I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION. HAD NO WARNING LIGHTS OR CODES. GOOD THIN...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 108,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAD A 100% TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE CAR WAS RUNNING, BUT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. I DID PREVIOUSLY REPORT TRANSMISSION ISSUES (SLIPPING) TO FORD ON MORE THAN ONE OCCATION. FORD WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE OR IDENTIFY AN ISSUE WITH MY TRANSMISSION. INFO...

May 22, 2012 Suspension 66,081 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V195000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE REAR AXLE LATER BECAME CRACKED AND SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE (WHICH WAS REPLACED UNDER THE RECALL) DUE TO CO...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 113,000 mi

PULLED OUT OF PARKING SPACE AT WORK AND DROVE TO THE GARAGE ENTRANCE, STOPPED AT THE STOP SIGN. PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND ENGINE RPM JUST REVVED UP, NO FWD OR REVERSE, VAN ROLLED BACKWARDS INTO THE GARAGE. TOWED IT HOME, WAS TOLD I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION. HAD NO WARNING LIGHTS OR CODES. GOOD THIN...

May 22, 2012 Power Train 108,000 mi

DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAD A 100% TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE CAR WAS RUNNING, BUT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD OR REVERSE. I DID PREVIOUSLY REPORT TRANSMISSION ISSUES (SLIPPING) TO FORD ON MORE THAN ONE OCCATION. FORD WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE OR IDENTIFY AN ISSUE WITH MY TRANSMISSION. INFO...

May 15, 2012 Structure 107,694 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE FRONT SUBFRAME DEVELOPED A NEW CRACK DUE TO CORROSION, AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SUBFR...

May 15, 2012 Power Train 118,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. LOOKS LIKE MANY OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE. PEOPLE AT AUTO STORE AND AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAID FORD WINDSTAR IS KNOWN IN THE INDUSTRY TO HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. IF SO, THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL. *JS

May 15, 2012 Structure 107,694 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE FRONT SUBFRAME DEVELOPED A NEW CRACK DUE TO CORROSION, AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SUBFR...

May 15, 2012 Power Train 118,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. LOOKS LIKE MANY OTHERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE. PEOPLE AT AUTO STORE AND AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAID FORD WINDSTAR IS KNOWN IN THE INDUSTRY TO HAVE TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. IF SO, THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL. *JS

May 12, 2012 Electrical System 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 12, 2012 Service Brakes 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 12, 2012 Engine 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 12, 2012 Electrical System 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 12, 2012 Service Brakes 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 12, 2012 Engine 53,000 mi

I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY 2003 WINDSTAR SEL TO INCLUDE COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM WHERE BRAKES, POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIX AND DID NOT HAVE A RECALL. HOSES IN THIS SYSTEM KEPT COMING OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS KEPT FLASHING ON WITHOU...

May 11, 2012 Power Train 94,826 mi

TRANSMISSION DOESN'T TURN, IT'S SEIZED. *TR

May 11, 2012 Power Train 94,826 mi

TRANSMISSION DOESN'T TURN, IT'S SEIZED. *TR

May 10, 2012 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER COULD NOT BE MOVED INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE BECAUSE THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO FAILURES FOUND ...

May 10, 2012 Power Train 75,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER COULD NOT BE MOVED INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED TWICE BECAUSE THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO FAILURES FOUND ...

May 4, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON SUDDENLY WHEN DRIVING, CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING, SVC ENGINE LIGHT SOMETIMES FLASH, WAS REPAIRED IN THE PAST BY DEALER ON 12/09/03 ( RECALL 09S09) FOR THE SAME REASON, RIGHT NOW I DON'T HAVE A CODE BUT SEEMS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

May 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON SUDDENLY WHEN DRIVING, CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING, SVC ENGINE LIGHT SOMETIMES FLASH, WAS REPAIRED IN THE PAST BY DEALER ON 12/09/03 ( RECALL 09S09) FOR THE SAME REASON, RIGHT NOW I DON'T HAVE A CODE BUT SEEMS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

May 4, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON SUDDENLY WHEN DRIVING, CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING, SVC ENGINE LIGHT SOMETIMES FLASH, WAS REPAIRED IN THE PAST BY DEALER ON 12/09/03 ( RECALL 09S09) FOR THE SAME REASON, RIGHT NOW I DON'T HAVE A CODE BUT SEEMS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

May 4, 2012 Vehicle Speed Control 59,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON SUDDENLY WHEN DRIVING, CRUISE CONTROL STOP WORKING, SVC ENGINE LIGHT SOMETIMES FLASH, WAS REPAIRED IN THE PAST BY DEALER ON 12/09/03 ( RECALL 09S09) FOR THE SAME REASON, RIGHT NOW I DON'T HAVE A CODE BUT SEEMS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

May 3, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

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 ALUMINUM PLATE (HEAT SINK) IN THE ECM WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE ECM MAIN CIRCUIT BOARD AT ALL POINTS...

May 3, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

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 ALUMINUM PLATE (HEAT SINK) IN THE ECM WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THE ECM MAIN CIRCUIT BOARD AT ALL POINTS...

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Steering 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Interior Lighting 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN I CUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN ON. IT MAY COME BACK OR NOT UNTIL LATER WHILE DRIVING. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SEEM LOOSE. I SEE A POSSIBLE RECALL ON THE INTERNET FOR ABS AND BRAKE. IS THERE A RECALL FOR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON? *JS

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN I CUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN ON. IT MAY COME BACK OR NOT UNTIL LATER WHILE DRIVING. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SEEM LOOSE. I SEE A POSSIBLE RECALL ON THE INTERNET FOR ABS AND BRAKE. IS THERE A RECALL FOR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON? *JS

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Steering 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Interior Lighting 50,000 mi

ABS MODULE DOES NOT WORK, AND SHOWS A CONSTANT ALARM LIGHT. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY. COST TO REPAIR IS $500/LOCK POWER STEERING UNIT CONSTANTLY NOISY, HARD TO STEER VEHICLE. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. DOOR OPEN LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON. NO REPAIR COST KNOWN. ...

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN I CUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN ON. IT MAY COME BACK OR NOT UNTIL LATER WHILE DRIVING. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SEEM LOOSE. I SEE A POSSIBLE RECALL ON THE INTERNET FOR ABS AND BRAKE. IS THERE A RECALL FOR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON? *JS

May 2, 2012 Service Brakes

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WHEN I CUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN ON. IT MAY COME BACK OR NOT UNTIL LATER WHILE DRIVING. MY EMERGENCY BRAKE SEEM LOOSE. I SEE A POSSIBLE RECALL ON THE INTERNET FOR ABS AND BRAKE. IS THERE A RECALL FOR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON? *JS

Apr 24, 2012 Electrical System 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE DOORS FAILED. THE CHECK ENGINE AND TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT WERE ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY AND THE TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS WHERE THE...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION FAILED TODAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC NO WARNING, VERY SCARY. I GOOGLED FOR KNOW PROBLEMS ONLY TO FIND OUT I AM NOT ALONE, IT APPEARS THERE ARE MORE THAN FEW HUNDRED OWNERS OF 2003 WIND STARS WITH THE SAME DANGEROUS FAILURES. HOW COME THIS IS NOT A RECALL, WHEN YOU ARE TRAVELING 60 MPH CENTE...

Apr 24, 2012 Electrical System 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE DOORS FAILED. THE CHECK ENGINE AND TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT WERE ALSO ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY AND THE TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS WHERE THE...

Apr 24, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

MY TRANSMISSION FAILED TODAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC NO WARNING, VERY SCARY. I GOOGLED FOR KNOW PROBLEMS ONLY TO FIND OUT I AM NOT ALONE, IT APPEARS THERE ARE MORE THAN FEW HUNDRED OWNERS OF 2003 WIND STARS WITH THE SAME DANGEROUS FAILURES. HOW COME THIS IS NOT A RECALL, WHEN YOU ARE TRAVELING 60 MPH CENTE...

Apr 21, 2012 Electrical System

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON IS LIT ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CRUISE CONTROL IS INOPERABLE AND THE POWER WINDOWS DO NOT WORK EXCEPT FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. I AM CONCERNED BECAUSE I TAKE MY 3 KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK EVERYDAY. *JS

Apr 21, 2012 Electrical System

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON IS LIT ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CRUISE CONTROL IS INOPERABLE AND THE POWER WINDOWS DO NOT WORK EXCEPT FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. I AM CONCERNED BECAUSE I TAKE MY 3 KIDS TO SCHOOL AND BACK EVERYDAY. *JS

Apr 20, 2012 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE SUB FRAME FRACTURED AND THE AXLE DISCONNECTED, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED ONTO THE SHOULDER AND WAS NOT DRIVEABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME AND THEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATE...

Apr 20, 2012 Electrical System 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER SO THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE R...

Apr 20, 2012 Suspension 109,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE SUB FRAME FRACTURED AND THE AXLE DISCONNECTED, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED ONTO THE SHOULDER AND WAS NOT DRIVEABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME AND THEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATE...

Apr 20, 2012 Electrical System 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MANEUVER TO THE SHOULDER SO THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE R...

Apr 16, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 126,000 mi

MY FORD WINSTAR HAS HAD ABS PROBLEMS OFF AND ON FOR A YEAR NOW, NO 1 CAN FIX IT. I HAVE SPENT AROUND $1000.00 TRYING TO FIX THIS ISSUE. NOW MY ODOMETER & SPEEDOMETER ISN'T WORKING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS AND IT IS A COMBO OF THE 3 NOT WORKING TOGETHER. *JS

Apr 16, 2012 Electrical System 126,000 mi

MY FORD WINSTAR HAS HAD ABS PROBLEMS OFF AND ON FOR A YEAR NOW, NO 1 CAN FIX IT. I HAVE SPENT AROUND $1000.00 TRYING TO FIX THIS ISSUE. NOW MY ODOMETER & SPEEDOMETER ISN'T WORKING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS AND IT IS A COMBO OF THE 3 NOT WORKING TOGETHER. *JS

Apr 16, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 126,000 mi

MY FORD WINSTAR HAS HAD ABS PROBLEMS OFF AND ON FOR A YEAR NOW, NO 1 CAN FIX IT. I HAVE SPENT AROUND $1000.00 TRYING TO FIX THIS ISSUE. NOW MY ODOMETER & SPEEDOMETER ISN'T WORKING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS AND IT IS A COMBO OF THE 3 NOT WORKING TOGETHER. *JS

Apr 16, 2012 Electrical System 126,000 mi

MY FORD WINSTAR HAS HAD ABS PROBLEMS OFF AND ON FOR A YEAR NOW, NO 1 CAN FIX IT. I HAVE SPENT AROUND $1000.00 TRYING TO FIX THIS ISSUE. NOW MY ODOMETER & SPEEDOMETER ISN'T WORKING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH WINDSTARS AND IT IS A COMBO OF THE 3 NOT WORKING TOGETHER. *JS

Apr 13, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS DOES NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY ON FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. OBD CODES INCLUDE C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1242, C1214, C1210. *TR

Apr 13, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS DOES NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY ON FOR EXTENDED PERIODS. OBD CODES INCLUDE C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1242, C1214, C1210. *TR

Apr 12, 2012 Suspension 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE CONTACT HEARD NOISES BEING EMITTED FR...

Apr 12, 2012 Suspension 68,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE CONTACT HEARD NOISES BEING EMITTED FR...

Apr 3, 2012 Structure 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDER-BODY SHIELDS) HOWEVER, THE DEALER RECOMMENDED THAT THE SUB-FRAME ALSO BE REPLACED, DUE TO CORROSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AW...

Apr 3, 2012 Structure 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDER-BODY SHIELDS) HOWEVER, THE DEALER RECOMMENDED THAT THE SUB-FRAME ALSO BE REPLACED, DUE TO CORROSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AW...

Apr 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SERVICE BRAKES,HYDRAULIC BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR STEADY FOR AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. *TR

Apr 2, 2012 Electrical System

SERVICE BRAKES,HYDRAULIC BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR STEADY FOR AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. *TR

Apr 2, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SERVICE BRAKES,HYDRAULIC BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR STEADY FOR AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. *TR

Apr 2, 2012 Electrical System

SERVICE BRAKES,HYDRAULIC BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR STEADY FOR AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. *TR

Apr 1, 2012 Electrical System 90,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DON'T GO AWAY. NOW THE CAR WONT START FROM WHAT WAS TOLD TO ME BECAUSE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. REAR DRIVER LIGHT DOESN'T WORK BUT CAN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR PASSENGER LIGHTS WONT SIGNAL. *TR

Apr 1, 2012 Exterior Lighting 90,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DON'T GO AWAY. NOW THE CAR WONT START FROM WHAT WAS TOLD TO ME BECAUSE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. REAR DRIVER LIGHT DOESN'T WORK BUT CAN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR PASSENGER LIGHTS WONT SIGNAL. *TR

Apr 1, 2012 Electrical System 90,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DON'T GO AWAY. NOW THE CAR WONT START FROM WHAT WAS TOLD TO ME BECAUSE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. REAR DRIVER LIGHT DOESN'T WORK BUT CAN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR PASSENGER LIGHTS WONT SIGNAL. *TR

Apr 1, 2012 Exterior Lighting 90,000 mi

SPEEDOMETER LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DON'T GO AWAY. NOW THE CAR WONT START FROM WHAT WAS TOLD TO ME BECAUSE OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. REAR DRIVER LIGHT DOESN'T WORK BUT CAN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR PASSENGER LIGHTS WONT SIGNAL. *TR

Mar 28, 2012 Power Train 146,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE YEAR AND FOUND MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS PARTICULAR YEAR AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. CANNOT BELIEVE FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL - $3,400 LATER I AM GETTING MY VAN FIXED.

Mar 28, 2012 Power Train 146,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE YEAR AND FOUND MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS PARTICULAR YEAR AND TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. CANNOT BELIEVE FORD HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL - $3,400 LATER I AM GETTING MY VAN FIXED.

Mar 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF WHEN I TURN CAR ON AND OFF DID NOT KNOW WHAT IT WAS. TOOK TO MECHANIC LIGHTS WHEN OFF BEFORE HE COULD CHECK. SCDS WAS REPLACED IN FEB 2010. GOING TO NEW FORD DEALER TO CHECK. HALDEMAN FORD IN HAMILTON NJ INSTALLED SCDS AND THEY WERE THE WORST DEALERSHIP EVER...

Mar 26, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF WHEN I TURN CAR ON AND OFF DID NOT KNOW WHAT IT WAS. TOOK TO MECHANIC LIGHTS WHEN OFF BEFORE HE COULD CHECK. SCDS WAS REPLACED IN FEB 2010. GOING TO NEW FORD DEALER TO CHECK. HALDEMAN FORD IN HAMILTON NJ INSTALLED SCDS AND THEY WERE THE WORST DEALERSHIP EVER...

Mar 26, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF WHEN I TURN CAR ON AND OFF DID NOT KNOW WHAT IT WAS. TOOK TO MECHANIC LIGHTS WHEN OFF BEFORE HE COULD CHECK. SCDS WAS REPLACED IN FEB 2010. GOING TO NEW FORD DEALER TO CHECK. HALDEMAN FORD IN HAMILTON NJ INSTALLED SCDS AND THEY WERE THE WORST DEALERSHIP EVER...

Mar 26, 2012 Electrical System 100,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT ON AND OFF WHEN I TURN CAR ON AND OFF DID NOT KNOW WHAT IT WAS. TOOK TO MECHANIC LIGHTS WHEN OFF BEFORE HE COULD CHECK. SCDS WAS REPLACED IN FEB 2010. GOING TO NEW FORD DEALER TO CHECK. HALDEMAN FORD IN HAMILTON NJ INSTALLED SCDS AND THEY WERE THE WORST DEALERSHIP EVER...

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 22, 2012 Electrical System 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 22, 2012 Visibility 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 22, 2012 Power Train 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 22, 2012 Electrical System 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 22, 2012 Visibility 115,540 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN TO A WORKPLACE AND PARKED FOR THE DAY. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE TO TRAVEL HOME, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE NORMAL AND ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INTO GEAR TO MOVE FROM THE PARKING SPACE. THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO EITHER DR...

Mar 20, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE GEAR SELECTOR INTO DRIVE HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS ALSO NONRESPONSIVE WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY SELECTED GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAIT...

Mar 20, 2012 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND SHIFTED THE GEAR SELECTOR INTO DRIVE HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO RESPONSE. THE TRANSMISSION WAS ALSO NONRESPONSIVE WHEN SHIFTING INTO ANY SELECTED GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS AWAIT...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 107,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON I94, WITHOUT WARNING, POWERTRAIN COMPLETELY FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY I HAD THE ABILITY TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. *JS

Mar 19, 2012 Service Brakes, Air

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR INTERMITTENTLY FOR ALMOST AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS EVEN THOUGH THE LIGHT REMAINS ON. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 SETS OF WHEEL BEARINGS IN THE CAR AND NOW THE POWER STEERING UNIT IS ABOUT TO GO OUT AN...

Mar 19, 2012 Steering

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR INTERMITTENTLY FOR ALMOST AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS EVEN THOUGH THE LIGHT REMAINS ON. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 SETS OF WHEEL BEARINGS IN THE CAR AND NOW THE POWER STEERING UNIT IS ABOUT TO GO OUT AN...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 107,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON I94, WITHOUT WARNING, POWERTRAIN COMPLETELY FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY I HAD THE ABILITY TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. *JS

Mar 19, 2012 Service Brakes, Air

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR INTERMITTENTLY FOR ALMOST AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS EVEN THOUGH THE LIGHT REMAINS ON. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 SETS OF WHEEL BEARINGS IN THE CAR AND NOW THE POWER STEERING UNIT IS ABOUT TO GO OUT AN...

Mar 19, 2012 Steering

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN ON IN MY CAR INTERMITTENTLY FOR ALMOST AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. THE FORD DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY PROBLEMS EVEN THOUGH THE LIGHT REMAINS ON. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 SETS OF WHEEL BEARINGS IN THE CAR AND NOW THE POWER STEERING UNIT IS ABOUT TO GO OUT AN...

Mar 18, 2012 Power Train 99,000 mi

SLOWED DOWN TO TURN LEFT ONTO SIDE ROAD, STARTED UP-HILL WENT TO SHIFT AND THEN THERE WAS NOTHING, COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. SEEMED AS THOUGH I HAD PUT VAN INTO NEUTRAL. I WAS OVER 300 MILES FROM HOME, JUST ME AND MY 2 YR OLD. TOWED BACK HOME TO TRANSMISSION GARAGE, HAD TO ...

Mar 18, 2012 Power Train 99,000 mi

SLOWED DOWN TO TURN LEFT ONTO SIDE ROAD, STARTED UP-HILL WENT TO SHIFT AND THEN THERE WAS NOTHING, COASTED TO SIDE OF ROAD. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. SEEMED AS THOUGH I HAD PUT VAN INTO NEUTRAL. I WAS OVER 300 MILES FROM HOME, JUST ME AND MY 2 YR OLD. TOWED BACK HOME TO TRANSMISSION GARAGE, HAD TO ...

Mar 14, 2012 Suspension 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 14, 2012 Steering 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 14, 2012 Wheels 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 14, 2012 Suspension 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 14, 2012 Steering 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 14, 2012 Wheels 74,500 mi

DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN SOMETHING SNAPPED UNDER FRONT OF THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING COMPLETELY HIT THE CURB GOT PUSHED BACK TO THE MIDDLE OF THE 4-LINE ROAD AND CAME TO A STOP VERY LUCKY. LATER FOUND OUT THAT LOWER SUBFRAME CONTROL ARM BROKE OF THE FRAME DUE TO RUST AND PULLED OUT AXLE SNAPPED SWAY BAR A...

Mar 3, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Mar 3, 2012 Power Train

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Mar 3, 2012 Structure

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Mar 3, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Mar 3, 2012 Power Train

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Mar 3, 2012 Structure

AFTER HAVING THE 2011 REAR AXLE AND SUBFRAME RECALL DONE MY TRANSMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHAT'S SO EVER . . . . SHORTLY AFTER SPENDING TWO THOUSAND ON HAVING THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT IN AUGUST MY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY ABS STARTING KICKING IN WHEN I APPLY MY BREAKS AND WHEN MY ABS L...

Feb 26, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, WE USE THIS VEHICLE EVERYDAY BRINGING KIDS TO SCHOOL AND FOR WIFE TO DRIVE TO WORK, WE HAD TAKEN THE VAN TO A WEDDING ON THE 20TH OF AUGUST ABOUT 20 MILES AWAY. MY WIFE DROVE THE VEHICLE LIKE ALWAYS. THE NEXT DAY SHE WENT TO TAKE THE KIDS OUT FOR AN ICE CREAM AND FOR...

Feb 26, 2012 Power Train 110,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, WE USE THIS VEHICLE EVERYDAY BRINGING KIDS TO SCHOOL AND FOR WIFE TO DRIVE TO WORK, WE HAD TAKEN THE VAN TO A WEDDING ON THE 20TH OF AUGUST ABOUT 20 MILES AWAY. MY WIFE DROVE THE VEHICLE LIKE ALWAYS. THE NEXT DAY SHE WENT TO TAKE THE KIDS OUT FOR AN ICE CREAM AND FOR...

Feb 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 126,800 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. UPON RESTARTING THE CAR LIGHTS WOULD NOT COME BACK ON FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER, TURNED OUT WAS ABS MODULE. *TR

Feb 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 126,800 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. UPON RESTARTING THE CAR LIGHTS WOULD NOT COME BACK ON FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES. TOOK IT TO FORD DEALER, TURNED OUT WAS ABS MODULE. *TR

Feb 11, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,089 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON A TRIP FROM CHICAGO TO NORTH CAROLINE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. IT WAS AS IF I JUST PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL; I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE REV WHEN I APPLIED THE GAS BUT NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED. LUCKILY, I WAS NEAR AN EXIT RAMP AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDE...

Feb 11, 2012 Power Train 114,089 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON A TRIP FROM CHICAGO TO NORTH CAROLINE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. IT WAS AS IF I JUST PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL; I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE REV WHEN I APPLIED THE GAS BUT NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED. LUCKILY, I WAS NEAR AN EXIT RAMP AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDE...

Feb 11, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 114,089 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON A TRIP FROM CHICAGO TO NORTH CAROLINE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. IT WAS AS IF I JUST PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL; I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE REV WHEN I APPLIED THE GAS BUT NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED. LUCKILY, I WAS NEAR AN EXIT RAMP AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDE...

Feb 11, 2012 Power Train 114,089 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON A TRIP FROM CHICAGO TO NORTH CAROLINE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER. IT WAS AS IF I JUST PUT IT INTO NEUTRAL; I COULD HEAR THE ENGINE REV WHEN I APPLIED THE GAS BUT NOTHING ELSE HAPPENED. LUCKILY, I WAS NEAR AN EXIT RAMP AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDE...

Feb 4, 2012 Power Train 108,782 mi

SUDDEN FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED, TAKING LEFT TURN UP A SMALL INCLINE IN THE ROAD. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE WITH ENGINE POWER EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FELT LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL IN ALL SHIFTER DRIVE AND REVERSE POSITIONS. TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP, VEHICLE REQUIRED COMPLETE REBUILT ...

Feb 4, 2012 Power Train 108,782 mi

SUDDEN FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED, TAKING LEFT TURN UP A SMALL INCLINE IN THE ROAD. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE WITH ENGINE POWER EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FELT LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL IN ALL SHIFTER DRIVE AND REVERSE POSITIONS. TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP, VEHICLE REQUIRED COMPLETE REBUILT ...

Feb 1, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 71,072 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME YET THE ABS IS WORKING AND SO ARE THE BRAKES. WHEN I TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART THE CAR, THE LIGHTS GO OFF. THEY OCCASIONALLY CAME BACK ON THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER, BUT HAS NOT HAPPENED SO FAR THIS FALL/WINTER.I ONLY PUT 7,500 MILES A YEAR O...

Feb 1, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 71,072 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME YET THE ABS IS WORKING AND SO ARE THE BRAKES. WHEN I TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART THE CAR, THE LIGHTS GO OFF. THEY OCCASIONALLY CAME BACK ON THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER, BUT HAS NOT HAPPENED SO FAR THIS FALL/WINTER.I ONLY PUT 7,500 MILES A YEAR O...

Jan 29, 2012 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 MINIVAN THE REAR AXLE BEAM CRACKED. THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED DOWN, AND I HAD DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEABLE AND HAD TO BE TOWED. I WAS DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS OF 20 MPH. A CRACKING OF THE REAR A...

Jan 29, 2012 Suspension 90,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY FORD WINDSTAR 2003 MINIVAN THE REAR AXLE BEAM CRACKED. THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED DOWN, AND I HAD DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEABLE AND HAD TO BE TOWED. I WAS DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS OF 20 MPH. A CRACKING OF THE REAR A...

Jan 25, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN THE POWER FAILED AND HE WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE ANY FURTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR T...

Jan 25, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN THE POWER FAILED AND HE WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE ANY FURTHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR T...

Jan 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 136,500 mi

CAR STOPPED RUNNING,AFTER STOPPING WOULD NOT RESTART WITH SWITCH ON,TURNED OFF IGN SWITCH AND TURNED BACK ON AND IT RESTARTED. I INQUIRED AT THE FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID THEY NEVER HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM. SINCE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED 100'S OF TIMES INCLUDING A NUMBER OF TIMES ON A ROUNDABOUT WHERE T...

Jan 19, 2012 Unknown Or Other 136,500 mi

CAR STOPPED RUNNING,AFTER STOPPING WOULD NOT RESTART WITH SWITCH ON,TURNED OFF IGN SWITCH AND TURNED BACK ON AND IT RESTARTED. I INQUIRED AT THE FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID THEY NEVER HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM. SINCE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED 100'S OF TIMES INCLUDING A NUMBER OF TIMES ON A ROUNDABOUT WHERE T...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 47,764 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE FAI...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 47,764 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE FAI...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 83,727 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY WERE TRAVELING 70 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO CRUISE OFF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIR...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 47,764 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE FAI...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 47,764 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO INSPECTED THE FAI...

Jan 18, 2012 Power Train 83,727 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEY WERE TRAVELING 70 MPH WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO CRUISE OFF THE ROADWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIR...

Jan 17, 2012 Power Train 87,355 mi

ON OUR WAY TO PITTSBURGH MONDAY DECEMBER 16, 2012 FOR A LITTLE OUTING WITH OUR 18 MONTH OLD SON FOR THE DAY JUST TO GET AWAY FROM ALLEGANY COUNTY AND WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON ROUTE 40 WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VAN IS TRAVELING IN NEUTRAL AND WILL NOT GO IN ANY GEAR. WE DRIFTED THE VEHICLE TO A SIDE ...

Jan 17, 2012 Power Train 87,355 mi

ON OUR WAY TO PITTSBURGH MONDAY DECEMBER 16, 2012 FOR A LITTLE OUTING WITH OUR 18 MONTH OLD SON FOR THE DAY JUST TO GET AWAY FROM ALLEGANY COUNTY AND WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON ROUTE 40 WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VAN IS TRAVELING IN NEUTRAL AND WILL NOT GO IN ANY GEAR. WE DRIFTED THE VEHICLE TO A SIDE ...

Jan 13, 2012 Structure 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Electrical System 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

DRIVING ON A BUSY TWO LANE ROAD, JUST CAME AROUND A SHARP CORNER WHEN THE RPMS SHOT UP AND VAN STARTED TO COAST. WAS NOT EVEN ABLE TO GET COMPLETELY OFF THE ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VAN FORWARD OR BACKWARD AFTER STOPPING. THERE WAS NO WARNING THIS WAS GOING TO HAPPEN AND IT WAS VERY SCARY B...

Jan 13, 2012 Structure 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Electrical System 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Power Train 90,000 mi

RECENTLY ISSUED RECALL OF 2004 FORD CO. MINIVANS FOR INPUT SHAFT FAILURE, ALL FORD WINDSTARS INCLUDING 2003 MODELS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. FREESTAR VAN IS NOTHING BUT A NAME CHANGE FOR THE SAME POOR UNSAFE VEHICLE. ALONG WITH THE MANY SAFETY ISSUES, OWNERS SHOULD BE COMPENSATED FOR THE REPAIRS MADE ON ...

Jan 13, 2012 Power Train 130,000 mi

DRIVING ON A BUSY TWO LANE ROAD, JUST CAME AROUND A SHARP CORNER WHEN THE RPMS SHOT UP AND VAN STARTED TO COAST. WAS NOT EVEN ABLE TO GET COMPLETELY OFF THE ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VAN FORWARD OR BACKWARD AFTER STOPPING. THERE WAS NO WARNING THIS WAS GOING TO HAPPEN AND IT WAS VERY SCARY B...

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN SOUTH CAROLINA WHILE ON VACATION AND MY VAN LOST THE DRIVING POWER, THE MOTOR WAS RUNNING AND THE TACHOMETER WENT HIGHER AS WE TRIED TO GO, BUT WERE UNABLE TO MOVE. WE HAD TO IMMEDIATELY GLIDE OFF OF THE ROAD AND BE TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE. THE MECHANIC SAID THAT THE ...

Jan 11, 2012 Power Train 62,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN SOUTH CAROLINA WHILE ON VACATION AND MY VAN LOST THE DRIVING POWER, THE MOTOR WAS RUNNING AND THE TACHOMETER WENT HIGHER AS WE TRIED TO GO, BUT WERE UNABLE TO MOVE. WE HAD TO IMMEDIATELY GLIDE OFF OF THE ROAD AND BE TOWED TO A LOCAL GARAGE. THE MECHANIC SAID THAT THE ...

Jan 10, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL FOR THE MOTOR BRACKETS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN SHIF...

Jan 10, 2012 Structure 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL FOR THE MOTOR BRACKETS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN SHIF...

Jan 10, 2012 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE THE CONTACT DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE ...

Jan 10, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL FOR THE MOTOR BRACKETS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN SHIF...

Jan 10, 2012 Structure 186,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL FOR THE MOTOR BRACKETS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL REPAIRS WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN SHIF...

Jan 10, 2012 Power Train 96,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE THE CONTACT DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE ...

Dec 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,310 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE LIT ON MY DASH,FORD HAS THIS RECALL IN THEIR WEBSITE. WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO THE THEREATTENTION THEY SAID THAT MY CARS VIN NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED, NOWHERE DOES IT STATE THAT IT IS DESIGNATED BY VIN NUMBERS, IT STATED ALL 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. FORD WANTS $1500.00 TO DO THIS RE...

Dec 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LAMP, TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE WARNING LAMPS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Dec 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,310 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE LIT ON MY DASH,FORD HAS THIS RECALL IN THEIR WEBSITE. WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO THE THEREATTENTION THEY SAID THAT MY CARS VIN NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED, NOWHERE DOES IT STATE THAT IT IS DESIGNATED BY VIN NUMBERS, IT STATED ALL 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. FORD WANTS $1500.00 TO DO THIS RE...

Dec 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LAMP, TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE WARNING LAMPS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Dec 20, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION AUTO CENTER WHERE IT WAS INSPECTED. THE TECHNICIAN FOUND THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND WOULD NEED REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED ...

Dec 20, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TRANSMISSION AUTO CENTER WHERE IT WAS INSPECTED. THE TECHNICIAN FOUND THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND WOULD NEED REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED ...

Dec 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,310 mi

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ARE LIT ON MY DASH, FORD HAS THIS RECALL IN THEIR WEB SITE, WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO THERE ATTENTION, THEY SAID I HAD THE WRONG VIN. # AND THAT IT WOULD COST ME $1500.00 FOR THIS REPAIR, I THOUGHT THAT WHEN THERE IS A RECALL, THE COST WOULD BE ON FORD. PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE PROBL...

Dec 16, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,310 mi

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ARE LIT ON MY DASH, FORD HAS THIS RECALL IN THEIR WEB SITE, WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO THERE ATTENTION, THEY SAID I HAD THE WRONG VIN. # AND THAT IT WOULD COST ME $1500.00 FOR THIS REPAIR, I THOUGHT THAT WHEN THERE IS A RECALL, THE COST WOULD BE ON FORD. PLEASE HELP ME WITH THE PROBL...

Dec 13, 2011 Power Train 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SHOULDER BUT IT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SAT FOR THREE HOURS BEFORE IT COULD BE MOVED. A LOCAL ME...

Dec 13, 2011 Power Train 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SHOULDER BUT IT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SAT FOR THREE HOURS BEFORE IT COULD BE MOVED. A LOCAL ME...

Dec 10, 2011 Exterior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY AND BLINK WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY STAY ON AFTER TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE DRAINING THE BATTERY. THE DOOR AJAR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. ALL CONTACTS CLEANED AND IT STILL DOES THIS. DRIVING WITH A FLASHING LIGHT IN THE VEHICLE IS DISTRACTING AND COULD CAUS...

Dec 10, 2011 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY AND BLINK WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY STAY ON AFTER TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE DRAINING THE BATTERY. THE DOOR AJAR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. ALL CONTACTS CLEANED AND IT STILL DOES THIS. DRIVING WITH A FLASHING LIGHT IN THE VEHICLE IS DISTRACTING AND COULD CAUS...

Dec 10, 2011 Exterior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY AND BLINK WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY STAY ON AFTER TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE DRAINING THE BATTERY. THE DOOR AJAR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. ALL CONTACTS CLEANED AND IT STILL DOES THIS. DRIVING WITH A FLASHING LIGHT IN THE VEHICLE IS DISTRACTING AND COULD CAUS...

Dec 10, 2011 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON RANDOMLY AND BLINK WHILE DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY STAY ON AFTER TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE DRAINING THE BATTERY. THE DOOR AJAR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. ALL CONTACTS CLEANED AND IT STILL DOES THIS. DRIVING WITH A FLASHING LIGHT IN THE VEHICLE IS DISTRACTING AND COULD CAUS...

Nov 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 30, 2011 Electrical System 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 30, 2011 Power Train 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 30, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 30, 2011 Electrical System 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 30, 2011 Power Train 132,871 mi

I HAVE HAD NO TRANSMISSION ISSUES WITH MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. I DROVE HOME FROM WORK EARLY THIS MORNING (3:30AM.) I WENT TO LEAVE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT NOON ON THE SAME DAY, AND NOTHING. I STARTED MY VAN, ATTEMPTED TO PUT IT IN GEAR AND NOTHING!! NO WARNING, NO NOTHING!! I HAVE NEVER TOWED ...

Nov 21, 2011 Electrical System 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE BUT STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE A PROBLEM IN THE FACTORY WIRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWA...

Nov 21, 2011 Electrical System 99,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE BUT STATED THAT IT MIGHT BE A PROBLEM IN THE FACTORY WIRING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWA...

Nov 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAY ON. THIS BEGAN AFTER HAVING RECALL # 09S09 (SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION) PERFORMED AT BONDY'S FORD IN DOTHAN AL. LIGHTS WERE NOT ON WHEN LEFT DEALERSHIP...CAME ON LATER AND HAVE STAYED ON. BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO WORK AS WELL NOW AS BEFORE THE...

Nov 17, 2011 Electrical System

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAY ON. THIS BEGAN AFTER HAVING RECALL # 09S09 (SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION) PERFORMED AT BONDY'S FORD IN DOTHAN AL. LIGHTS WERE NOT ON WHEN LEFT DEALERSHIP...CAME ON LATER AND HAVE STAYED ON. BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO WORK AS WELL NOW AS BEFORE THE...

Nov 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAY ON. THIS BEGAN AFTER HAVING RECALL # 09S09 (SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION) PERFORMED AT BONDY'S FORD IN DOTHAN AL. LIGHTS WERE NOT ON WHEN LEFT DEALERSHIP...CAME ON LATER AND HAVE STAYED ON. BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO WORK AS WELL NOW AS BEFORE THE...

Nov 17, 2011 Electrical System

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAY ON. THIS BEGAN AFTER HAVING RECALL # 09S09 (SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION) PERFORMED AT BONDY'S FORD IN DOTHAN AL. LIGHTS WERE NOT ON WHEN LEFT DEALERSHIP...CAME ON LATER AND HAVE STAYED ON. BRAKES DO NOT SEEM TO WORK AS WELL NOW AS BEFORE THE...

Nov 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN FLAMES EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE THAT A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE AFTER THE START OF THE IGNITION. THE FIRE CAUSED NO INJURIES AND BOTH THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPART...

Nov 16, 2011 Power Train 100,054 mi

ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2011, MY WIFE WAS HEADING TO WORK. SHE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL TURNED GREEN, SHE HIT THE GAS AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. THE RPM'S WOULD GO UP AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. THIS WAS THE CASE IN ALL GEARS. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN POTE...

Nov 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH WHEN FLAMES EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE THAT A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE ENGINE AFTER THE START OF THE IGNITION. THE FIRE CAUSED NO INJURIES AND BOTH THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPART...

Nov 16, 2011 Power Train 100,054 mi

ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2011, MY WIFE WAS HEADING TO WORK. SHE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. WHEN THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL TURNED GREEN, SHE HIT THE GAS AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. THE RPM'S WOULD GO UP AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV UP AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. THIS WAS THE CASE IN ALL GEARS. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN POTE...

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR YEARS NOW. *TR

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Nov 14, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR ABOUT A YEAR YEARS NOW. *TR

Nov 12, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

DROVE THE VAN TO WORK WITHOUT INCIDENT OR ANY IMMINENT WARNING OF VEHICLE PROBLEMS. AS SOON AS I STOPPED AND PUT THE VAN IN PARK, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND DIFFERENT SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. WHEN GETTING READY TO LEAVE WORK FOR HOME, I STARTED THE VAN AND PROCEEDED TO PLACE IT IN REVERSE AND ...

Nov 12, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

DROVE THE VAN TO WORK WITHOUT INCIDENT OR ANY IMMINENT WARNING OF VEHICLE PROBLEMS. AS SOON AS I STOPPED AND PUT THE VAN IN PARK, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND DIFFERENT SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. WHEN GETTING READY TO LEAVE WORK FOR HOME, I STARTED THE VAN AND PROCEEDED TO PLACE IT IN REVERSE AND ...

Nov 4, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 4, 2011 Electrical System

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 4, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc)

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 4, 2011 Electrical System

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

VEHICLE VIOLENTLY BUCKLES FORWARD AND BACK WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHT. THIS CONTINUES FOR A FEW MINUTES THEN THE ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURN ON AT THE SAME TIME AND THE CAR STOPS BUCKLING. THIS HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE EACH TIME I USE THE VEHICLE. SO APPROXIMATELY 5-9 TIMES A DAY. TH...

Nov 1, 2011 Visibility 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT OPERATE, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE POWER WINDOWS WOULD NOT OPEN OR CLOSE, AND THE POWER DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTA...

Nov 1, 2011 Electrical System 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT OPERATE, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE POWER WINDOWS WOULD NOT OPEN OR CLOSE, AND THE POWER DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTA...

Nov 1, 2011 Visibility 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT OPERATE, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE POWER WINDOWS WOULD NOT OPEN OR CLOSE, AND THE POWER DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTA...

Nov 1, 2011 Electrical System 70,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT OPERATE, THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SHUT ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE POWER WINDOWS WOULD NOT OPEN OR CLOSE, AND THE POWER DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTA...

Oct 31, 2011 Electrical System

THE MIDDLE SEAT DOOR LOCKS FAIL RANDOMLY. WHEN THEY FAIL, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN DOORS. MUST CLICK LOCKS OPEN AND CLOSE APPROX TEN TIMES TO MAKE THE DOOR OPEN OPERATE. WE HAD IT REPAIRED IN APR 2010. THEY WORKED FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND THE PROBLEM IS STILL PRESENT. THE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING PACKAGE LI...

Oct 31, 2011 Electrical System

THE MIDDLE SEAT DOOR LOCKS FAIL RANDOMLY. WHEN THEY FAIL, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN DOORS. MUST CLICK LOCKS OPEN AND CLOSE APPROX TEN TIMES TO MAKE THE DOOR OPEN OPERATE. WE HAD IT REPAIRED IN APR 2010. THEY WORKED FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND THE PROBLEM IS STILL PRESENT. THE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING PACKAGE LI...

Oct 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 11, 2011 Structure 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 11, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 11, 2011 Structure 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 11, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING NUMEROUS FAILURES WITH THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION, SLOW GEAR SHIFTING AND POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCK FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE VEHICLE...

Oct 4, 2011 Electrical System 104,000 mi

THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK RIGHT, AND THE GAUGES SUDDENLY WENT SPORATIC. THE RPM GAUGE NEEDLE WENT SO HARD, IT IS STUCK TO THE DASH. NOT USABLE. IT DOES THIS REGULARLY NOW. (THE GAUGES AND LOCKS).

Oct 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 64,300 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENT. *TR

Oct 4, 2011 Electrical System 104,000 mi

THE DOOR LOCKS DON'T WORK RIGHT, AND THE GAUGES SUDDENLY WENT SPORATIC. THE RPM GAUGE NEEDLE WENT SO HARD, IT IS STUCK TO THE DASH. NOT USABLE. IT DOES THIS REGULARLY NOW. (THE GAUGES AND LOCKS).

Oct 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 71,000 MILES - BOUGHT NEW FOR $35,000 IN DECEMBER 2003, I PURCHASED A NEW 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VAN, TO AND FROM WORK AND A FEW ROAD TRIPS. IN THE BEGINNING A FEW THINGS WENT WRONG BUT I WASN'T TOO CONCERNED AT THE TIME. SINCE THEN, HERE IS A LIST...

Oct 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 64,300 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENT. *TR

Oct 3, 2011 Electrical System 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL LIGHTS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND DOOR LOCKS WOULD LICKER ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Oct 3, 2011 Electrical System 152,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL LIGHTS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND DOOR LOCKS WOULD LICKER ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A LIGHT AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT TRIED PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN ...

Sep 27, 2011 Power Train 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE CONTACT WAS STOPPED AT A LIGHT AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT TRIED PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN ...

Sep 26, 2011 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR UNRELATED REPAIRS THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED FLUID LEAKING NEAR THE FRONT DRIVE SIDE TIRE AND STATED IT WAS COMING FROM A FRACTURE IN THE FRONT AXLE. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT AN AXLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE V...

Sep 26, 2011 Suspension 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE PARKED AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR UNRELATED REPAIRS THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED FLUID LEAKING NEAR THE FRONT DRIVE SIDE TIRE AND STATED IT WAS COMING FROM A FRACTURE IN THE FRONT AXLE. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT AN AXLE WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE V...

Sep 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 80 DEGREES. SUSPECT ECM FAILURE DUE TO BAD DESIGN. SAFETY ISSUE! *TR

Sep 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 80 DEGREES. SUSPECT ECM FAILURE DUE TO BAD DESIGN. SAFETY ISSUE! *TR

Sep 24, 2011 Unknown Or Other

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN IN FLORDIA FROM SOMEONE ON CRAIGSLIST IN THAT USE TO LIVE IN VIRGINIA. NO LONGER THAN 2 WEEKS AFTER I BOUGHT THE VAN THE ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VAN WAS JERKING VERY HARD WHEN THE GEARS WERE CHANGING. I TOOK THE VAN TO A FORD...

Sep 24, 2011 Unknown Or Other

I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN IN FLORDIA FROM SOMEONE ON CRAIGSLIST IN THAT USE TO LIVE IN VIRGINIA. NO LONGER THAN 2 WEEKS AFTER I BOUGHT THE VAN THE ENGINE LIGHT, ABS, AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VAN WAS JERKING VERY HARD WHEN THE GEARS WERE CHANGING. I TOOK THE VAN TO A FORD...

Sep 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON ALMOST ALL THE TIME. IN COLD WEATHER THE LIGHTS DON'T COME ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS WARMED UP. I HAD A FORD DEALER RUN A DIAGNOSTIC ON THE VEHICLE AND THEY SAID THE ABS BRAKE MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT MUST BE REPLACED. THE COST F...

Sep 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON ALMOST ALL THE TIME. IN COLD WEATHER THE LIGHTS DON'T COME ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS WARMED UP. I HAD A FORD DEALER RUN A DIAGNOSTIC ON THE VEHICLE AND THEY SAID THE ABS BRAKE MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT MUST BE REPLACED. THE COST F...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 19, 2011 Interior Lighting 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 19, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 19, 2011 Interior Lighting 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 19, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, I FELT THE VAN WAS NOT SHIFTING, SO I WENT TO THE DEALER I BOUGHT IT FROM. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER-AGAIN, NOTHING WRONG WITH TRANSMISSION BUT THEY DID DO A TRANSMISSION TUNE UP. WHEN I PICKED IT UP, ...

Sep 14, 2011 Structure 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC DOORS WOULD OPEN AND CLOSE WITHOUT ANYONE OPERATING THE CONTROL BUTTONS. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND CONFIRMED THAT TH...

Sep 14, 2011 Structure 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTOMATIC DOORS WOULD OPEN AND CLOSE WITHOUT ANYONE OPERATING THE CONTROL BUTTONS. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND CONFIRMED THAT TH...

Sep 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF ABS MODULE CAUSING RED BRAKE LIGHT AND ORANGE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND LOSS OF ABS FUNCTION. THIS SEAMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEATHER. SOMETIMES THE ABS CAN BE "TURNED BACK ON" BY SHUTTING OFF THE VEHICLE AND RESTARTING. ALSO REAR POWER SLIDING DOORS HAVE INTERMITTENT P...

Sep 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF ABS MODULE CAUSING RED BRAKE LIGHT AND ORANGE ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND LOSS OF ABS FUNCTION. THIS SEAMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEATHER. SOMETIMES THE ABS CAN BE "TURNED BACK ON" BY SHUTTING OFF THE VEHICLE AND RESTARTING. ALSO REAR POWER SLIDING DOORS HAVE INTERMITTENT P...

Sep 8, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE WINDOWS OR DOORS OPENED WITH THE KEY REMOTE. THE WINDOWS DO NOT OPEN BUT THE DOORS CAN BE OPENED MANUALLY. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Sep 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 8, 2011 Exterior Lighting

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 8, 2011 Power Train

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 8, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE WINDOWS OR DOORS OPENED WITH THE KEY REMOTE. THE WINDOWS DO NOT OPEN BUT THE DOORS CAN BE OPENED MANUALLY. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Sep 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 8, 2011 Exterior Lighting

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 8, 2011 Power Train

I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOME.I WENT OUT TO MY VAN TO GO PICK UP DINNER AND TO MY DISTRESS, THE VAN WOULDN'T REVERSE OR GO FORWARD. AFTER SOME INVESTIGATION FROM ONLINE SOURCE AND AUTO MECHANICS, THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH FORD'S TRANSMISSIONS. NO WARNING OF A PROBLEM.IN THE PAST WEEKS,MY INTERI...

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE TRANSMISSION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WATER WOULD GET INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION AT TIMES AND THE REVERSE GEAR IS FAILING. *JB

Sep 6, 2011 Power Train

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE TRANSMISSION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WATER WOULD GET INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION AT TIMES AND THE REVERSE GEAR IS FAILING. *JB

Sep 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 156,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE, THE VAN STARTED BUCKING AND WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE ABS ELECTRONIC ECU MODULE AND BRAKE ROTORS NEEDED REPLACEMENT, AT A TOTAL COST OF $881.69, INCLUDING PARTS, TAX AND LABOR. *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Steering 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 156,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE, THE VAN STARTED BUCKING AND WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE ABS ELECTRONIC ECU MODULE AND BRAKE ROTORS NEEDED REPLACEMENT, AT A TOTAL COST OF $881.69, INCLUDING PARTS, TAX AND LABOR. *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 3, 2011 Steering 129,000 mi

ABS LIGHT IS ON AS WELL AS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT.CAR IS IDLING ROUGH. CHECKED WITH NUMEROUS CAR REPAIR PLACES WITH NO SUCCESS. ALSO, VAN IS PULLING TO THE RIGHT EVEN AFTER I CHANGED TIRES AND DID ALIGNMENT CHECK ! *TR

Sep 2, 2011 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED UNDER THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS. THE REMEDY REPAIR CONSISTED OF ATTACHING A BRACKET TO THE REAR SUBFRAME. AFTER THE REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THE ...

Sep 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

WOW, MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONLY HAS 119,OOO MILES AND I CANT BELIEVE ALL THE ISSUES! THE ABS SYSTEM AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COSTANTLY STAY ON, MECHANIC SAID HIGH DOLLAR PART. ALSO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. CAR HOPS AND JUMPS, REPLACED COILS AND ALL OXYGEN SENSORS AND STILL THROWING MAN...

Sep 2, 2011 Structure 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED UNDER THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS. THE REMEDY REPAIR CONSISTED OF ATTACHING A BRACKET TO THE REAR SUBFRAME. AFTER THE REPAIR WAS PERFORMED, THE ...

Sep 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

WOW, MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONLY HAS 119,OOO MILES AND I CANT BELIEVE ALL THE ISSUES! THE ABS SYSTEM AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COSTANTLY STAY ON, MECHANIC SAID HIGH DOLLAR PART. ALSO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. CAR HOPS AND JUMPS, REPLACED COILS AND ALL OXYGEN SENSORS AND STILL THROWING MAN...

Aug 31, 2011 Visibility 136,789 mi

THERE IS SOME KIND OF MALFUNCTION IN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. THE WINDOWS WILL STOP WORKING ALL AT ONCE OR AT RANDOM TIMES. THE LIGHTS WILL STOP WORKING AND THEN START AGAIN. THE RADIO WILL STOP WORKING AND START AGAIN. THESE ARE ALL ON RANDOM FUSES. FORD SAYS THEY CAN NOT FIX THE PROBLEM IF THE...

Aug 31, 2011 Electrical System 136,789 mi

THERE IS SOME KIND OF MALFUNCTION IN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. THE WINDOWS WILL STOP WORKING ALL AT ONCE OR AT RANDOM TIMES. THE LIGHTS WILL STOP WORKING AND THEN START AGAIN. THE RADIO WILL STOP WORKING AND START AGAIN. THESE ARE ALL ON RANDOM FUSES. FORD SAYS THEY CAN NOT FIX THE PROBLEM IF THE...

Aug 31, 2011 Visibility 136,789 mi

THERE IS SOME KIND OF MALFUNCTION IN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. THE WINDOWS WILL STOP WORKING ALL AT ONCE OR AT RANDOM TIMES. THE LIGHTS WILL STOP WORKING AND THEN START AGAIN. THE RADIO WILL STOP WORKING AND START AGAIN. THESE ARE ALL ON RANDOM FUSES. FORD SAYS THEY CAN NOT FIX THE PROBLEM IF THE...

Aug 31, 2011 Electrical System 136,789 mi

THERE IS SOME KIND OF MALFUNCTION IN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTARS. THE WINDOWS WILL STOP WORKING ALL AT ONCE OR AT RANDOM TIMES. THE LIGHTS WILL STOP WORKING AND THEN START AGAIN. THE RADIO WILL STOP WORKING AND START AGAIN. THESE ARE ALL ON RANDOM FUSES. FORD SAYS THEY CAN NOT FIX THE PROBLEM IF THE...

Aug 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,850 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAD SIMULTANEOUSLY BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SINCE SOMETIME IN 2008 (A 5-YEAR-OLD VEHICLE), OCCURRING WITH GREATER FREQUENCY AS TIME WENT ON. HOWEVER, SINCE ABOUT MARCH 2011 THEY NOW COME ON EVERY DAY, USUALLY WITHIN 2 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO ACCID...

Aug 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,850 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAD SIMULTANEOUSLY BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SINCE SOMETIME IN 2008 (A 5-YEAR-OLD VEHICLE), OCCURRING WITH GREATER FREQUENCY AS TIME WENT ON. HOWEVER, SINCE ABOUT MARCH 2011 THEY NOW COME ON EVERY DAY, USUALLY WITHIN 2 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO ACCID...

Aug 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE ALWAYS ON WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR: FORD WINDSTAR 2003 *TT

Aug 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE ALWAYS ON WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR: FORD WINDSTAR 2003 *TT

Aug 24, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 88,000 mi

FAULTY ABS SENSOR IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD STARTING COMING ON THIS PAST SUMMER. I HAD IT CHECKED AT FIRESTONE, AUTOMASTERS AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP. I WAS TOLD THEY WERE ALL GETTING A C1185 ERROR CODE AND THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THE...

Aug 24, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 88,000 mi

FAULTY ABS SENSOR IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BOTH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD STARTING COMING ON THIS PAST SUMMER. I HAD IT CHECKED AT FIRESTONE, AUTOMASTERS AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP. I WAS TOLD THEY WERE ALL GETTING A C1185 ERROR CODE AND THAT THE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THE...

Aug 23, 2011 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND AS THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED THE SPEED CONTINUED TO DECREASE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO INCREASE SPEED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL W...

Aug 23, 2011 Power Train 117,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND AS THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED THE SPEED CONTINUED TO DECREASE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO INCREASE SPEED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL W...

Aug 22, 2011 Structure 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, INSPECTED FOR REAR AXLE CORROSION RECALL, PASSED AND PARTS ADDED IN MAR 2011. AT THE SAME TIME THE REAR AXLE WAS FIXED THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED FOR FRONT SUBFRAME RECALL AND PASSED. AUG 18-2011 THE PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX 20MPH. NO LETTER W...

Aug 22, 2011 Structure 115,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, INSPECTED FOR REAR AXLE CORROSION RECALL, PASSED AND PARTS ADDED IN MAR 2011. AT THE SAME TIME THE REAR AXLE WAS FIXED THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED FOR FRONT SUBFRAME RECALL AND PASSED. AUG 18-2011 THE PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARM BROKE WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX 20MPH. NO LETTER W...

Aug 19, 2011 Suspension 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL FRACTURED WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 74,000. UPDATED 10/03/11 *BF UPDATE...

Aug 19, 2011 Suspension 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL FRACTURED WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 74,000. UPDATED 10/03/11 *BF UPDATE...

Aug 12, 2011 Electrical System 46,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED AND NONE OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WERE OPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE ...

Aug 12, 2011 Electrical System 46,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED AND NONE OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS WERE OPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR A MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE ...

Aug 9, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND OF THE INSRUMENT PANEL GAUGES BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE ERRATICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED CONSISTENTLY ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REF...

Aug 9, 2011 Electrical System 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND OF THE INSRUMENT PANEL GAUGES BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE ERRATICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED CONSISTENTLY ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REF...

Aug 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WOULD FAIL SPORADICALLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE PR...

Aug 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WOULD FAIL SPORADICALLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE PR...

Aug 3, 2011 Suspension 84,000 mi

OUR 2003 FORD MINIVAN PASSED FRONT SUBFRAME INSPECTION AND "CLEANING" ON 3/14/2011 WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN FOR REAR AXLE RECALL REPAIRS. IT WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR FRONT SUBFRAME RECALL ON 7/11/2011 AND RECALL REPAIRS WERE MADE. IN ADDITION, OTHER REPAIRS WERE SOLD TO US AFTER A THOROUGH ...

Aug 3, 2011 Suspension 84,000 mi

OUR 2003 FORD MINIVAN PASSED FRONT SUBFRAME INSPECTION AND "CLEANING" ON 3/14/2011 WHEN VEHICLE WAS IN FOR REAR AXLE RECALL REPAIRS. IT WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR FRONT SUBFRAME RECALL ON 7/11/2011 AND RECALL REPAIRS WERE MADE. IN ADDITION, OTHER REPAIRS WERE SOLD TO US AFTER A THOROUGH ...

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 89,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. DRIVING IN REVERSE OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY..NO WARNING LIGHTS OR NOISE...TRANSMISSION STOPPED. CAR WILL NOW NOT MOVE. CANNOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE...HUGE EXPENSE THAT WE DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY FOR..VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD MINI-VAN.

Aug 2, 2011 Power Train 89,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. DRIVING IN REVERSE OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY..NO WARNING LIGHTS OR NOISE...TRANSMISSION STOPPED. CAR WILL NOW NOT MOVE. CANNOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE...HUGE EXPENSE THAT WE DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY FOR..VERY UNHAPPY WITH THIS FORD MINI-VAN.

Aug 1, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAY INACCURATE READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Aug 1, 2011 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAY INACCURATE READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Aug 1, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAY INACCURATE READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Aug 1, 2011 Electrical System 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAY INACCURATE READINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ...

Jul 28, 2011 Power Train 43,337 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT KNOCK OR SLIP PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE THE CONTACT WAS I...

Jul 28, 2011 Power Train 46,988 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE TACOMETER BEGAN TO DISPLAY A HIGH READING. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION. ...

Jul 28, 2011 Power Train 43,337 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE DRIVING. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT KNOCK OR SLIP PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE THE CONTACT WAS I...

Jul 28, 2011 Power Train 46,988 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE TACOMETER BEGAN TO DISPLAY A HIGH READING. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION. ...

Jul 27, 2011 Power Train 102,480 mi

TRAVELING 65 MILES AN HOUR ON I-96 EASTBOUND , OUTSIDE OF THE DETROIT AREA. SUDDEN LOSS OF ALL POWERTRAIN FUNCTION. ABLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER. ENGINE RUNS FINE, AND WILL GO INTO PARK.

Jul 27, 2011 Power Train 102,480 mi

TRAVELING 65 MILES AN HOUR ON I-96 EASTBOUND , OUTSIDE OF THE DETROIT AREA. SUDDEN LOSS OF ALL POWERTRAIN FUNCTION. ABLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER. ENGINE RUNS FINE, AND WILL GO INTO PARK.

Jul 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WERE SHUTTING ON AND OFF ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BRAKES BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPE...

Jul 25, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WERE SHUTTING ON AND OFF ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BRAKES BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPE...

Jul 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. IT OCCURS 75% OF THE TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE ABS, BRAKES AND TRACTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATE. ITS INTERMITTENT WHEN THIS OCCURS, BUT OCCURS OFTEN. OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. RECALL 09S09 WAS COMPLETED AND PROBLEM STAR...

Jul 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. IT OCCURS 75% OF THE TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE ABS, BRAKES AND TRACTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATE. ITS INTERMITTENT WHEN THIS OCCURS, BUT OCCURS OFTEN. OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. RECALL 09S09 WAS COMPLETED AND PROBLEM STAR...

Jul 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Exterior Lighting 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Interior Lighting 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Electrical System 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Exterior Lighting 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Interior Lighting 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 22, 2011 Electrical System 124,550 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS ARE COMING ON CONSTANTLY....LOSING POWER....FRONT/PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WILL NOT WORK, LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF..... *TT

Jul 21, 2011 Air Bags 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE AND THE SEAT BELTS LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO FAULTY WIRING. ...

Jul 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE TAKEN MY VAN INTO THE FORD DEALER MORE THAN TWICE FOR THE BRAKES MAKING REAL BAD NOISES WHEN I FIRST DRIVE IT FOR THE DAY. FORD DEALER SAYS IT IS BRAKE DUST AND IS NORMAL FOR THAT YEAR OF VAN .THE NOISE IS REAL BAD AND I'M WORRIED THAT IT MAY CAUSE A PROBLEM DOWN THE ROAD.

Jul 21, 2011 Air Bags 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT ANY IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE AND THE SEAT BELTS LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO FAULTY WIRING. ...

Jul 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE TAKEN MY VAN INTO THE FORD DEALER MORE THAN TWICE FOR THE BRAKES MAKING REAL BAD NOISES WHEN I FIRST DRIVE IT FOR THE DAY. FORD DEALER SAYS IT IS BRAKE DUST AND IS NORMAL FOR THAT YEAR OF VAN .THE NOISE IS REAL BAD AND I'M WORRIED THAT IT MAY CAUSE A PROBLEM DOWN THE ROAD.

Jul 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FORD RECALL NO. 09S09 - 49 CFR PART 573-DEFECT WE WERE NOT INFORMED OF RECALL. -- PER DOWN-LOADED PDF LETTER FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY TODAY, THIS RECALL OBLIGATION EXPIRED ON 12/8/2009. QUESTION: IS FORD OBLIGATED AND REQUIRED TO PAY FOR REPAIRS IN NEAR FUTURE (JULY 19, 2011) TO CORRECT DEFECT?

Jul 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FORD RECALL NO. 09S09 - 49 CFR PART 573-DEFECT WE WERE NOT INFORMED OF RECALL. -- PER DOWN-LOADED PDF LETTER FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY TODAY, THIS RECALL OBLIGATION EXPIRED ON 12/8/2009. QUESTION: IS FORD OBLIGATED AND REQUIRED TO PAY FOR REPAIRS IN NEAR FUTURE (JULY 19, 2011) TO CORRECT DEFECT?

Jul 13, 2011 Electrical System 155,000 mi

THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME AND MY SPEEDOMETER IS JUMPING AROUND ERRATICALLY. THE VEHICLE ALSO SURGES WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ON. THIS ONLY STARTED HAPPENING AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS IN FOR REPAIR OF THE REAR AXLE AND FRONT SUB-FRAME RECALLS. *TR

Jul 13, 2011 Electrical System 155,000 mi

THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME AND MY SPEEDOMETER IS JUMPING AROUND ERRATICALLY. THE VEHICLE ALSO SURGES WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ON. THIS ONLY STARTED HAPPENING AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS IN FOR REPAIR OF THE REAR AXLE AND FRONT SUB-FRAME RECALLS. *TR

Jul 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE ABS WOULD ACTIVATE ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE WHEN BRAKING INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE WHERE THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL ...

Jul 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE ABS WOULD ACTIVATE ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE WHEN BRAKING INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE WHERE THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL ...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC STOP SIGNAL WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMALLY RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED T...

Jul 6, 2011 Suspension 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000( SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...

Jul 6, 2011 Structure 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000( SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FAILURE IS CAUSED BY A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WER...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 126,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN DELAWARE WITH MY FAMILY THE VAN I SUDDENLY LOSS ACCELERATION. THANK GOD I WAS ABLE TO GET OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BUT THIS HAS TO BE A SAFETY CONCERN. WITHOUT NOTICE LOSE ACCELERATION AND NOW NO GEARS WORK. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SEARCHING ON LINE THERE A LOT ...

Jul 6, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND APPROACHING A TRAFFIC STOP SIGNAL WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMALLY RAPID INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED T...

Jul 6, 2011 Suspension 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000( SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...

Jul 6, 2011 Structure 82,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000( SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ON THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FAILURE IS CAUSED BY A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WER...

Jul 6, 2011 Power Train 126,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN DELAWARE WITH MY FAMILY THE VAN I SUDDENLY LOSS ACCELERATION. THANK GOD I WAS ABLE TO GET OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BUT THIS HAS TO BE A SAFETY CONCERN. WITHOUT NOTICE LOSE ACCELERATION AND NOW NO GEARS WORK. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SEARCHING ON LINE THERE A LOT ...

Jul 6, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Jul 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 120,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND OFF. *TR

Jul 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,890 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHTS IN DASH STAY ON . TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH I PURCHASED IT AND WAS TOLD I NEED A ABS CONTROLLER AND NO RECALL WAS EVER ISSUED RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM. *KB

Jul 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,890 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHTS IN DASH STAY ON . TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH I PURCHASED IT AND WAS TOLD I NEED A ABS CONTROLLER AND NO RECALL WAS EVER ISSUED RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM. *KB

Jul 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,890 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHTS IN DASH STAY ON . TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH I PURCHASED IT AND WAS TOLD I NEED A ABS CONTROLLER AND NO RECALL WAS EVER ISSUED RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM. *KB

Jul 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 99,890 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHTS IN DASH STAY ON . TOOK VEHICLE TO FORD DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH I PURCHASED IT AND WAS TOLD I NEED A ABS CONTROLLER AND NO RECALL WAS EVER ISSUED RELATED TO THIS PROBLEM. *KB

Jul 1, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A SNAPPING SOUND. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE FRONT PASSENGERS SIDE SUSPENSION HAD DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANI...

Jul 1, 2011 Suspension 122,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REPLACING THE EXHAUST HANGER, SHE NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN THREE DIFFERENT PLACES DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RE...

Jul 1, 2011 Structure 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A SNAPPING SOUND. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE FRONT PASSENGERS SIDE SUSPENSION HAD DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANI...

Jul 1, 2011 Suspension 122,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REPLACING THE EXHAUST HANGER, SHE NOTICED THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN THREE DIFFERENT PLACES DUE TO CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RE...

Jun 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 104,874 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND THE SPEEDOMETER MALFUNCTIONED. THE CRUISE CONTROL COULD ONLY BE DEACTIVATED BY TAPPING THE BRAKES AND NOT BY ENGAGING THE SWITCH. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AN...

Jun 30, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 104,874 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL, ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND THE SPEEDOMETER MALFUNCTIONED. THE CRUISE CONTROL COULD ONLY BE DEACTIVATED BY TAPPING THE BRAKES AND NOT BY ENGAGING THE SWITCH. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AN...

Jun 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. IT OCCURS 75% OF THE TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE ABS, BRAKES AND TRACTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATE. ITS INTERMITTENT WHEN THIS OCCURS, BUT OCCURS OFTEN. OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. *TR

Jun 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 105,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. IT OCCURS 75% OF THE TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE ABS, BRAKES AND TRACTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATE. ITS INTERMITTENT WHEN THIS OCCURS, BUT OCCURS OFTEN. OCCURS MORE OFTEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. *TR

Jun 23, 2011 Power Train 84,541 mi

VAN SHUDDERED WHILE ACCELERATING, LOUD ROAR ON DRIVER SIDE OF VAN, PROBLEM PERSISTED EVEN AFTER I TOOK IT INTO THE SHOP, THE SHOP CLAIMED THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY CODES FOR THE PROBLEM. DROVE ALL DAY JUNE 15 WITH ONLY ABOVE LISTED PROBLEMS, GOT IN THE VAN THE SAME NIGHT ONLY TO FIND THE CAR WOUL...

Jun 23, 2011 Power Train 84,541 mi

VAN SHUDDERED WHILE ACCELERATING, LOUD ROAR ON DRIVER SIDE OF VAN, PROBLEM PERSISTED EVEN AFTER I TOOK IT INTO THE SHOP, THE SHOP CLAIMED THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY CODES FOR THE PROBLEM. DROVE ALL DAY JUNE 15 WITH ONLY ABOVE LISTED PROBLEMS, GOT IN THE VAN THE SAME NIGHT ONLY TO FIND THE CAR WOUL...

Jun 22, 2011 Traction Control System 84,500 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT BOTH COME ON AND STAY ON, BEGINNING AT VARYING TIMES AFTER BEGINNING DRIVING. AFTER TESTING AT FORD DEALERSHIP, MIKE FITZPATRICK FORD IN NEWNAN, GA, DIAGNOSIS WAS ABS CONTROLLER FAILURE. CORRECTIVE ACTION WAS TO REPLACE ABS CONTROL UNIT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT S...

Jun 22, 2011 Traction Control System 84,500 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT BOTH COME ON AND STAY ON, BEGINNING AT VARYING TIMES AFTER BEGINNING DRIVING. AFTER TESTING AT FORD DEALERSHIP, MIKE FITZPATRICK FORD IN NEWNAN, GA, DIAGNOSIS WAS ABS CONTROLLER FAILURE. CORRECTIVE ACTION WAS TO REPLACE ABS CONTROL UNIT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT S...

Jun 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other

I AM UNABLE TO GET THE RECALLS DATED FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2011 COMPLIED WITH. I KEEP GETTING THE RUN-A-ROUND. THE PARTS ARE ON ORDER AND ETC.

Jun 20, 2011 Unknown Or Other

I AM UNABLE TO GET THE RECALLS DATED FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2011 COMPLIED WITH. I KEEP GETTING THE RUN-A-ROUND. THE PARTS ARE ON ORDER AND ETC.

Jun 17, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 160,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 17, 2011 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 160,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 15, 2011 Electrical System 149,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACTS CHILD ACCIDENTALLY PUSHED THE CLOSE BUTTON FOR THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR WHILE STANDING IN BETWEEN THE DOOR. THE SLIDING DOOR DID NOT DETECT THE CHILD AND CLOSED. THE CHILD SUSTAINED BRUISES AND SC...

Jun 15, 2011 Electrical System 149,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACTS CHILD ACCIDENTALLY PUSHED THE CLOSE BUTTON FOR THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR WHILE STANDING IN BETWEEN THE DOOR. THE SLIDING DOOR DID NOT DETECT THE CHILD AND CLOSED. THE CHILD SUSTAINED BRUISES AND SC...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR PROCEED WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ONLINE REGARDING A TRANSMISSION FAILURE FOR HIS YEAR, MAKE AND MO...

Jun 13, 2011 Power Train 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR PROCEED WHEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ONLINE REGARDING A TRANSMISSION FAILURE FOR HIS YEAR, MAKE AND MO...

Jun 11, 2011 Power Train 117,316 mi

NO WARNING LEADING TO FAILURE, VEHICLE JUST COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO POWER THE TIRES. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED WITH NO WARNING, ENGINE REVS, BUT NO POWER TO THE TIRES TO MOVE THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ON A VERY WELL TRAVELED ROAD RT 4 IN AUBURN ME HAD TO PUSH THE VEHICLE ACROSS 3...

Jun 11, 2011 Power Train 117,316 mi

NO WARNING LEADING TO FAILURE, VEHICLE JUST COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO POWER THE TIRES. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED WITH NO WARNING, ENGINE REVS, BUT NO POWER TO THE TIRES TO MOVE THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ON A VERY WELL TRAVELED ROAD RT 4 IN AUBURN ME HAD TO PUSH THE VEHICLE ACROSS 3...

Jun 1, 2011 Suspension 92,773 mi

FORD WINDSTAR. DEALER STATED THE LEFT REAR AXLE CRACKED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME BRACKETS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER KEPT VAN ON THEIR PREMISES. NO DATE GIVEN FOR POSSIBLE REPAIR. THE VAN HAD EXTENSIVE REPAIRS ON 12/08/10 BUT NO MENTION OF RECALL AND POSSIBLE DANGEROUS CONDITION ADVISED BY DEALER TO OWNE...

Jun 1, 2011 Suspension 92,773 mi

FORD WINDSTAR. DEALER STATED THE LEFT REAR AXLE CRACKED AND THE FRONT SUB FRAME BRACKETS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER KEPT VAN ON THEIR PREMISES. NO DATE GIVEN FOR POSSIBLE REPAIR. THE VAN HAD EXTENSIVE REPAIRS ON 12/08/10 BUT NO MENTION OF RECALL AND POSSIBLE DANGEROUS CONDITION ADVISED BY DEALER TO OWNE...

May 24, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT A LOUD, ABNORMAL CREAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A SECOND REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED T...

May 24, 2011 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT A LOUD, ABNORMAL CREAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO A SECOND REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED T...

May 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Electrical System 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

NO EVENT LEADING TO FAILURE, VEHICLE JUST COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO POWER THE TIRES. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED WITH NO WARNING, ENGINE REVS, BUT NO POWER TO THE TIRES TO MOVE THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ON THE HIGHWAY IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN. RESEARCH INDICATES THAT THIS IS A MA...

May 23, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Electrical System 89,000 mi

AS I WAS DRIVING FROM PORTSMOUTH NH TO SOMERSWORTH NH I NOTICED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING,THE ODOMETER HAD NOTHING BUT LINES, NO NUMBERS, THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT STARTED BLINKING AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I ALSO NOTED THAT SMOKE HAS BEEN COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD WHEN I STOP AT A...

May 23, 2011 Power Train 101,000 mi

NO EVENT LEADING TO FAILURE, VEHICLE JUST COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO POWER THE TIRES. TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED WITH NO WARNING, ENGINE REVS, BUT NO POWER TO THE TIRES TO MOVE THE VEHICLE. SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ON THE HIGHWAY IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN. RESEARCH INDICATES THAT THIS IS A MA...

May 18, 2011 Structure 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE REMOTE OR KEY, BUT THEN IT WOULD ALSO OPEN ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 104,000.

May 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Air 158,629 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY MECHANIC TELL MY NEED A ECM UNIT COST 500. *TR

May 18, 2011 Structure 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE REMOTE OR KEY, BUT THEN IT WOULD ALSO OPEN ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 104,000.

May 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Air 158,629 mi

ABS LIGHT ON AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY MECHANIC TELL MY NEED A ECM UNIT COST 500. *TR

May 13, 2011 Power Train 128,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED COMPLETELY. RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING UP A HILL. LUCKILY WE WERE FAR ENOUGH UP THAT IT COASTED TO THE TOP. ALL GEARS FAILED ON THE TRANS, D/2/1/R. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS, IT COULD HAVE HAPPENED WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION OR WORSE.. I HAVE FOUND THAT GREAT AMOUNTS OF...

May 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ABS MODULE HAS FAILED, CAUSING BOTH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TO STAY ON AFTER DRIVING ABOUT FIVE MINUTES ONCE MODULE WARMS UP. WHEN SYSTEM FAILS, THE ABS SYSTEM IS DISABLED. TURNING OFF THE ENGINE AND RE-STARTING WILL SOMETIMES CLEAR THE PROBLEM, BUT THEN IT WILL REAPPEAR IN A FEW MINUT...

May 13, 2011 Power Train 128,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED COMPLETELY. RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING UP A HILL. LUCKILY WE WERE FAR ENOUGH UP THAT IT COASTED TO THE TOP. ALL GEARS FAILED ON THE TRANS, D/2/1/R. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS, IT COULD HAVE HAPPENED WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION OR WORSE.. I HAVE FOUND THAT GREAT AMOUNTS OF...

May 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ABS MODULE HAS FAILED, CAUSING BOTH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TO STAY ON AFTER DRIVING ABOUT FIVE MINUTES ONCE MODULE WARMS UP. WHEN SYSTEM FAILS, THE ABS SYSTEM IS DISABLED. TURNING OFF THE ENGINE AND RE-STARTING WILL SOMETIMES CLEAR THE PROBLEM, BUT THEN IT WILL REAPPEAR IN A FEW MINUT...

May 12, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SWITCH GEARS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REBUILT THE TRANSMISSION YET TWO YEARS LATER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AGAIN. THE MA...

May 12, 2011 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. CONSUMER EXPRESSES DISCONTENT IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RECALL AND UNSAFE TO DRIVE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS RECALLED. IT WAS THEN DETERMINED THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED AND WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THE CONSUMER WAS OFFERED A SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF $6,675. H...

May 12, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SWITCH GEARS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REBUILT THE TRANSMISSION YET TWO YEARS LATER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AGAIN. THE MA...

May 12, 2011 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. CONSUMER EXPRESSES DISCONTENT IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RECALL AND UNSAFE TO DRIVE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS RECALLED. IT WAS THEN DETERMINED THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED AND WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THE CONSUMER WAS OFFERED A SETTLEMENT AMOUNT OF $6,675. H...

May 11, 2011 Power Train 128,300 mi

2003 WINDSTAR SPORT TRAVELING APPROX 80 MPH IN PASSING LANE OF I-93 EXPRESSWAY WHILE USING CRUISE CONTROL. TURNED OFF CRUISE CONTROL AND PRESSED ON GAS WITH NO RESPONSE. NO WARNING LIGHTS, SOUNDS, ETC TO INDICATE ANYTHING WAS WRONG. RPM'S INCREASED DUE TO PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDAL BUT NO RESPONSE ...

May 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TURNED ON IN THE DASHBOARD, AND I NOTICED THAT THE STOPPING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED EVERY TIME THE LIGHTS COME ON (THEY TURN ON ON THE WARMER DAYS). THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE 1 YEAR AFTER I BOUGHT THE NEW VEHICLE TILL NOW. ALSO THE BRAKE SOMETIMES SLIPS. WHAT I MEAN IS TH...

May 11, 2011 Power Train 128,300 mi

2003 WINDSTAR SPORT TRAVELING APPROX 80 MPH IN PASSING LANE OF I-93 EXPRESSWAY WHILE USING CRUISE CONTROL. TURNED OFF CRUISE CONTROL AND PRESSED ON GAS WITH NO RESPONSE. NO WARNING LIGHTS, SOUNDS, ETC TO INDICATE ANYTHING WAS WRONG. RPM'S INCREASED DUE TO PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDAL BUT NO RESPONSE ...

May 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS TURNED ON IN THE DASHBOARD, AND I NOTICED THAT THE STOPPING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED EVERY TIME THE LIGHTS COME ON (THEY TURN ON ON THE WARMER DAYS). THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE 1 YEAR AFTER I BOUGHT THE NEW VEHICLE TILL NOW. ALSO THE BRAKE SOMETIMES SLIPS. WHAT I MEAN IS TH...

May 8, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION LITE DASH "OVER DRIVE IS OFF". I CHECKED THE FUSES NO.14 10 AMP WAS BLOWED THIS ALSO GOES TO THE SIDE ELECTROCHROMATIC MIRRORS THAT STOPPED WORKING. PUT NEW FUSE IN. I DRIVE 14 MILES AT 45MPH FUSE BLOWS AGAIN., *TR

May 8, 2011 Interior Lighting 42,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ELECTRONIC CONCERN -FUSE NO.3 TO POWER REAR VIEW MIRROR SHORTS OUT. CAN NOT KEEP A FUSE IN IT. THE LITE ON MIRROR IS GREAT IDEAL. BUT DOES NOT WORK. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN THEY WANT 89.00 TO 100 CHECK TO RUN A ECTRIC CHECK TO SEE WHY? I AM STILL PAYING A BANK FEE AND THIS VAN HAS RUN ME I...

May 8, 2011 Electrical System 77,000 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO HAVE INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ACTIVATED ON THE DASHBOARD. UPON AN INTERNET SEARCH, IT WAS RECOMMENDED TO FORWARD SUCH PROBLEMS TO NHTSA FOR DOCUMENTATION. THE FOLLOWING CODES WERE RETRIEVED FROM THE WINDSTAR: C1185 AND U1262. IT APPEARS THAT THE ABS CONT...

May 8, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION LITE DASH "OVER DRIVE IS OFF". I CHECKED THE FUSES NO.14 10 AMP WAS BLOWED THIS ALSO GOES TO THE SIDE ELECTROCHROMATIC MIRRORS THAT STOPPED WORKING. PUT NEW FUSE IN. I DRIVE 14 MILES AT 45MPH FUSE BLOWS AGAIN., *TR

May 8, 2011 Interior Lighting 42,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ELECTRONIC CONCERN -FUSE NO.3 TO POWER REAR VIEW MIRROR SHORTS OUT. CAN NOT KEEP A FUSE IN IT. THE LITE ON MIRROR IS GREAT IDEAL. BUT DOES NOT WORK. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN THEY WANT 89.00 TO 100 CHECK TO RUN A ECTRIC CHECK TO SEE WHY? I AM STILL PAYING A BANK FEE AND THIS VAN HAS RUN ME I...

May 8, 2011 Electrical System 77,000 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO HAVE INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ACTIVATED ON THE DASHBOARD. UPON AN INTERNET SEARCH, IT WAS RECOMMENDED TO FORWARD SUCH PROBLEMS TO NHTSA FOR DOCUMENTATION. THE FOLLOWING CODES WERE RETRIEVED FROM THE WINDSTAR: C1185 AND U1262. IT APPEARS THAT THE ABS CONT...

May 6, 2011 Exterior Lighting 174,000 mi

VEHICLE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD COME ON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BY ITSELF AND NOW PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD NOT WORK ON DIM. THEY SAID THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. SO I HAD TO PAY FOR THEM TO TAKE THE SAME MATERIALS AGAIN. I'M DECIDING IF I SHOULD CUT MY LOSSES AND SELL. MY HUSB...

May 6, 2011 Electrical System 174,000 mi

VEHICLE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD COME ON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BY ITSELF AND NOW PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD NOT WORK ON DIM. THEY SAID THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. SO I HAD TO PAY FOR THEM TO TAKE THE SAME MATERIALS AGAIN. I'M DECIDING IF I SHOULD CUT MY LOSSES AND SELL. MY HUSB...

May 6, 2011 Exterior Lighting 174,000 mi

VEHICLE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD COME ON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BY ITSELF AND NOW PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD NOT WORK ON DIM. THEY SAID THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. SO I HAD TO PAY FOR THEM TO TAKE THE SAME MATERIALS AGAIN. I'M DECIDING IF I SHOULD CUT MY LOSSES AND SELL. MY HUSB...

May 6, 2011 Electrical System 174,000 mi

VEHICLE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD COME ON IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT BY ITSELF AND NOW PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WOULD NOT WORK ON DIM. THEY SAID THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS. SO I HAD TO PAY FOR THEM TO TAKE THE SAME MATERIALS AGAIN. I'M DECIDING IF I SHOULD CUT MY LOSSES AND SELL. MY HUSB...

May 4, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN DASH GAUGES ALL CRAZY. WAVE RIGHT TO LEFT, SPEED GO TO 120 BUT GAS EMPTY, BELL RINGING NOISE WILL NOT SHUT OFF, HAVE TO UNHOOK BATTERY BECAUSE AFTER I TAKE THE KEY OUT STILL RINGS, ALL LITES STAY ON, FUEL COMPUTER ERROR, MILEAGE FLASHES, TRANSMISSION STOP OVER DRIVE, ABS AND...

May 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

POWER STEELING PUMP FLUID ALL OVER HOOD OVER ENGINE BELT. *TR

May 4, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 45,000 mi

WINDSTAR VAN DOORS WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK WHILE DRIVING. RIGHT PASSENGER SLIDE DOOR WILL NOT LOCK/ UNLOCK HAVE TO DO IT BY HAND. LEFT REAR PASSENGERS DOOR SLIDE OPEN IT SELF AFTER I SHUT IT. WILL LOCK IT SELF. I CAN PULL THE LOCK UP AND IT WILL LOCK IT SELF AGAIN. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK H...

May 4, 2011 Structure 45,000 mi

WINDSTAR VAN DOORS WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK WHILE DRIVING. RIGHT PASSENGER SLIDE DOOR WILL NOT LOCK/ UNLOCK HAVE TO DO IT BY HAND. LEFT REAR PASSENGERS DOOR SLIDE OPEN IT SELF AFTER I SHUT IT. WILL LOCK IT SELF. I CAN PULL THE LOCK UP AND IT WILL LOCK IT SELF AGAIN. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK H...

May 4, 2011 Electrical System 120,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN DASH GAUGES ALL CRAZY. WAVE RIGHT TO LEFT, SPEED GO TO 120 BUT GAS EMPTY, BELL RINGING NOISE WILL NOT SHUT OFF, HAVE TO UNHOOK BATTERY BECAUSE AFTER I TAKE THE KEY OUT STILL RINGS, ALL LITES STAY ON, FUEL COMPUTER ERROR, MILEAGE FLASHES, TRANSMISSION STOP OVER DRIVE, ABS AND...

May 4, 2011 Unknown Or Other 100,000 mi

POWER STEELING PUMP FLUID ALL OVER HOOD OVER ENGINE BELT. *TR

May 4, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 45,000 mi

WINDSTAR VAN DOORS WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK WHILE DRIVING. RIGHT PASSENGER SLIDE DOOR WILL NOT LOCK/ UNLOCK HAVE TO DO IT BY HAND. LEFT REAR PASSENGERS DOOR SLIDE OPEN IT SELF AFTER I SHUT IT. WILL LOCK IT SELF. I CAN PULL THE LOCK UP AND IT WILL LOCK IT SELF AGAIN. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK H...

May 4, 2011 Structure 45,000 mi

WINDSTAR VAN DOORS WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK WHILE DRIVING. RIGHT PASSENGER SLIDE DOOR WILL NOT LOCK/ UNLOCK HAVE TO DO IT BY HAND. LEFT REAR PASSENGERS DOOR SLIDE OPEN IT SELF AFTER I SHUT IT. WILL LOCK IT SELF. I CAN PULL THE LOCK UP AND IT WILL LOCK IT SELF AGAIN. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK H...

May 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AND ABOVE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE AND BATTERY WARNING LIGHTS. THE CONTACT WOULD SHIFT INTO PARK, BACK INTO DRIVE AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICL...

May 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 3, 2011 Suspension 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 3, 2011 Structure 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 3, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AND ABOVE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE AND BATTERY WARNING LIGHTS. THE CONTACT WOULD SHIFT INTO PARK, BACK INTO DRIVE AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICL...

May 3, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 3, 2011 Suspension 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 3, 2011 Structure 156,753 mi

SAFETY RECALLS CONCERNS: 09V399000, 10V38500, 11V030000. RECALL ON # 10V385000 WAS REPAIRED BUT STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE REPAIR HAVE TAKEN BACK THREE TIMES THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING, BUT THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM IT MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN VEHICLE SHIFTS. RECALL ON #11V030000 WAS NOT REPA...

May 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE WE BOUGHT THE CAR, ALTHOUGH THE INCIDENT DATE I HAVE SUBMITTED IS THIS PAST WEEK. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, BUT CONTINUALLY. THE BRAKES PADS HAVE NEEDED TO BE CHANGED EVERY 9-12 MONTHS. OFTEN IT ENDS UP BEING THE DISC THAT NEEDS TO BE RE...

May 2, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LESS THAN 60000 MILES, TRANSMISSION JUST DIED, NO WARNING NO NOTHING...UNABLE TO REPAIR DUE TO THE COST OF REBUILDING, ESTIMATE IS $2300 ON A 4000 DOLLAR VAN. *TR

May 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE WE BOUGHT THE CAR, ALTHOUGH THE INCIDENT DATE I HAVE SUBMITTED IS THIS PAST WEEK. THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, BUT CONTINUALLY. THE BRAKES PADS HAVE NEEDED TO BE CHANGED EVERY 9-12 MONTHS. OFTEN IT ENDS UP BEING THE DISC THAT NEEDS TO BE RE...

May 2, 2011 Power Train 58,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LESS THAN 60000 MILES, TRANSMISSION JUST DIED, NO WARNING NO NOTHING...UNABLE TO REPAIR DUE TO THE COST OF REBUILDING, ESTIMATE IS $2300 ON A 4000 DOLLAR VAN. *TR

Apr 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE...

Apr 25, 2011 Structure 72,000 mi

HAVE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NO DEALERS ARE WILLING TO TAKE THIS VEHICLE IN TRADE BECAUSE OF FRAME RECALL,DEALERS DO NOT HAVE PARTS TO FIX FRAME YET.FORD SHOULD BUY BACK ALL FORD WINDSTAR .THESE VANS ARE NOT SAFE,TRANSMISSIONS ARE BAD,ELECTRIC WINDOWS DO NOT WORK HALF THE TIME. REAR AXLE RECALL FRONT FRA...

Apr 25, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL) BUT THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE...

Apr 25, 2011 Structure 72,000 mi

HAVE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NO DEALERS ARE WILLING TO TAKE THIS VEHICLE IN TRADE BECAUSE OF FRAME RECALL,DEALERS DO NOT HAVE PARTS TO FIX FRAME YET.FORD SHOULD BUY BACK ALL FORD WINDSTAR .THESE VANS ARE NOT SAFE,TRANSMISSIONS ARE BAD,ELECTRIC WINDOWS DO NOT WORK HALF THE TIME. REAR AXLE RECALL FRONT FRA...

Apr 21, 2011 Tires 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS WHEN THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A HIGH WATER SPOT AND THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO TH...

Apr 21, 2011 Suspension 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS WHEN THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A HIGH WATER SPOT AND THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO TH...

Apr 21, 2011 Parking Brake

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS ILLUMINATING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY A YEAR. I HAD THE FIX FOR THE RECALL OF THE SPEED CONTROL THAT FROM WHAT I AM READING COULD BE CAUSING THE ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHTS DUE TO FLUID LEAKING. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS ILLUMINATING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY A YEAR. I HAD THE FIX FOR THE RECALL OF THE SPEED CONTROL THAT FROM WHAT I AM READING COULD BE CAUSING THE ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHTS DUE TO FLUID LEAKING. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 21, 2011 Tires 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS WHEN THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A HIGH WATER SPOT AND THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO TH...

Apr 21, 2011 Suspension 103,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS WHEN THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A HIGH WATER SPOT AND THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO TH...

Apr 21, 2011 Parking Brake

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS ILLUMINATING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY A YEAR. I HAD THE FIX FOR THE RECALL OF THE SPEED CONTROL THAT FROM WHAT I AM READING COULD BE CAUSING THE ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHTS DUE TO FLUID LEAKING. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 21, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS ILLUMINATING. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROXIMATELY A YEAR. I HAD THE FIX FOR THE RECALL OF THE SPEED CONTROL THAT FROM WHAT I AM READING COULD BE CAUSING THE ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHTS DUE TO FLUID LEAKING. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Apr 19, 2011 Suspension 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO SHOP WHERE THEY DETECTED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE YEAR AGO THE FR...

Apr 19, 2011 Suspension 125,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL AUTO SHOP WHERE THEY DETECTED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE COIL SPRING FRACTURED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ONE YEAR AGO THE FR...

Apr 18, 2011 Electrical System 65 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE BEEN INTERMITTENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS, DRIVERS SIDE AUTO LOCK STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY, CONSTANT DRAINING OF THE BATTERY, MUST CARRY JUMPER CABLES.. THIRD BATTERY IN THREE YEARS, NOW PROBLEM IS WEEKLY. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO...

Apr 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

FOR THE PAST YEAR MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. I TOOK MY CAR TO A MECHANIC WHEN THIS FIRST STARTED, HE TOLD ME IT LOOKED LIKE A FUSE, WE REPLACED THE FUSE BUT WITHIN A WEEK THE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON AGAIN. I TOOK MY WINDSTAR INTO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL ON THE SPEED CON...

Apr 18, 2011 Electrical System 65 mi

INTERIOR LIGHTS HAVE BEEN INTERMITTENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS, DRIVERS SIDE AUTO LOCK STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY, CONSTANT DRAINING OF THE BATTERY, MUST CARRY JUMPER CABLES.. THIRD BATTERY IN THREE YEARS, NOW PROBLEM IS WEEKLY. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO...

Apr 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

FOR THE PAST YEAR MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. I TOOK MY CAR TO A MECHANIC WHEN THIS FIRST STARTED, HE TOLD ME IT LOOKED LIKE A FUSE, WE REPLACED THE FUSE BUT WITHIN A WEEK THE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON AGAIN. I TOOK MY WINDSTAR INTO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL ON THE SPEED CON...

Apr 15, 2011 Power Train 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL M...

Apr 15, 2011 Power Train 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN RPMS AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A LOCAL M...

Apr 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC SHOP WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT TWO OUT OF THE FOUR ABS SENSORS FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND...

Apr 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 30,206 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND THE ENGINE FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND RESULTED IN THE FUEL PUMP BEING REPLACED TWO ADDITIONAL TIMES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Apr 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC SHOP WHO RAN A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT TWO OUT OF THE FOUR ABS SENSORS FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND...

Apr 12, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 30,206 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND THE ENGINE FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND RESULTED IN THE FUEL PUMP BEING REPLACED TWO ADDITIONAL TIMES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Apr 6, 2011 Electrical System 130,000 mi

MY SENSOR LIGHTS ARE FLASHING, ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT TRAC LIGHT, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT IS ON. ALSO MY SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING, AND MY BACKING WARNING SIGNAL STOPPED WORKING ALL OF A SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF WARNING. *TR

Apr 6, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

I'M THE OWNER OF A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAD MY TRANSMISSION FAIL WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING.THE VAN DRIFTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD,THE STEERING WAS LOCKED,THE LIGHTS BLINKED,MY OD N BLINKER FLASHED OFF N ON.MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW WON'T GO DOWN. ALSO MY ABS LIGHT ABSOLUTELY WON'T GO OFF!!!!.ALS...

Apr 6, 2011 Electrical System 130,000 mi

MY SENSOR LIGHTS ARE FLASHING, ABS LIGHT, O/D LIGHT TRAC LIGHT, CHECK TRANSMISSION LIGHT IS ON. ALSO MY SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING, AND MY BACKING WARNING SIGNAL STOPPED WORKING ALL OF A SUDDEN WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF WARNING. *TR

Apr 6, 2011 Power Train 150,000 mi

I'M THE OWNER OF A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I HAD MY TRANSMISSION FAIL WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING.THE VAN DRIFTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD,THE STEERING WAS LOCKED,THE LIGHTS BLINKED,MY OD N BLINKER FLASHED OFF N ON.MY DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW WON'T GO DOWN. ALSO MY ABS LIGHT ABSOLUTELY WON'T GO OFF!!!!.ALS...

Apr 5, 2011 Power Train 113,015 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LOW KIM, TRAVELING HWY WITHOUT ANY WARNING LOST ACCELERATION, RPM'S ALL OVER THE PLACE, ALMOST CRASHED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO COAST TO ROAD SIDE. NUMEROUS IDENTICAL REPORTS SUBMITTED FORD IGNORES, TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT WARNING. FORD MUST TAKE RESPONSIBILITY BEFORE SOMEONE...

Apr 5, 2011 Power Train 113,015 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LOW KIM, TRAVELING HWY WITHOUT ANY WARNING LOST ACCELERATION, RPM'S ALL OVER THE PLACE, ALMOST CRASHED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO COAST TO ROAD SIDE. NUMEROUS IDENTICAL REPORTS SUBMITTED FORD IGNORES, TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT WARNING. FORD MUST TAKE RESPONSIBILITY BEFORE SOMEONE...

Apr 1, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED IN A RECALL. *TR

Apr 1, 2011 Power Train 105,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I UNDERSTAND THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED IN A RECALL. *TR

Mar 30, 2011 Electrical System 110,000 mi

CAR QUITS RUNNING WHILE IN MOTION. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER, THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND THE CAR DIES. I HAVE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND THEY SAY THE BATTERY IS OK, BUT IT WILL NOT RUN FOR MORE THAN A FEW MILES AT A TIME. I HAVE TO REPEATEDLY GET A JUMP START. I JUST REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION...

Mar 30, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE EXTENSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING AND WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED T...

Mar 30, 2011 Suspension

DEALER PERFORMED REAR AXLE SAFETY RECALL. "VEHICLE PASSED SUB FRAME INSPECTION". THE VEHICLE'S FRONT SUB FRAME WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE CHASSIS ON THE LEFT SIDE IS RUSTED THROUGH. I HAVE PICTURES.

Mar 30, 2011 Electrical System 110,000 mi

CAR QUITS RUNNING WHILE IN MOTION. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER, THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND THE CAR DIES. I HAVE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND THEY SAY THE BATTERY IS OK, BUT IT WILL NOT RUN FOR MORE THAN A FEW MILES AT A TIME. I HAVE TO REPEATEDLY GET A JUMP START. I JUST REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION...

Mar 30, 2011 Power Train 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE EXTENSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING AND WOULD NEED REPLACING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED T...

Mar 30, 2011 Suspension

DEALER PERFORMED REAR AXLE SAFETY RECALL. "VEHICLE PASSED SUB FRAME INSPECTION". THE VEHICLE'S FRONT SUB FRAME WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE CHASSIS ON THE LEFT SIDE IS RUSTED THROUGH. I HAVE PICTURES.

Mar 28, 2011 Power Train 82,300 mi

TRANSMISSION REVERSE FAILURE. I NOW HAVE NO REVERSE. COST TO REBUILD IS $2,200.00 FROM DURABILD TRANSMISSION. I HAVE NOT REPAIRED THE TRANSMISSION FOR I DO NOT HAVE THE CASH TO REPAIR IT AND HOPING THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PART ALSO, SINCE THERE IS 5 OTHER RECALLS ON THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MIN...

Mar 28, 2011 Power Train 82,300 mi

TRANSMISSION REVERSE FAILURE. I NOW HAVE NO REVERSE. COST TO REBUILD IS $2,200.00 FROM DURABILD TRANSMISSION. I HAVE NOT REPAIRED THE TRANSMISSION FOR I DO NOT HAVE THE CASH TO REPAIR IT AND HOPING THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PART ALSO, SINCE THERE IS 5 OTHER RECALLS ON THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MIN...

Mar 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH INTERMITTENT (BUT VERY OFTEN) ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THEY WILL STAY ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES TO SEVERAL HOURS ON A LONGER TRIP. NO KNOWN LEAKAGE PROBLEMS, JUST WARNING LIGHTS WHICH INDICATE NO ABS SYSTEM ACTIVE (DANGEROUS IN WINTER DRIVING WHEN ABS MA...

Mar 27, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH INTERMITTENT (BUT VERY OFTEN) ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THEY WILL STAY ON FOR SEVERAL MINUTES TO SEVERAL HOURS ON A LONGER TRIP. NO KNOWN LEAKAGE PROBLEMS, JUST WARNING LIGHTS WHICH INDICATE NO ABS SYSTEM ACTIVE (DANGEROUS IN WINTER DRIVING WHEN ABS MA...

Mar 25, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Tires

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Tires

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 25, 2011 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THE FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND TWO SAFETY RECALLS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS WERE NOT CONDUCTED IN A TIMELY, EFFICIENT, AND RESPONSIBLE MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE FINALLY RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT FOR...

Mar 23, 2011 Structure 149,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION HAS MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE HAZZARD LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF THEREFORE DRAINING MY BATTERY. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT IT WHENEVER I SHUT IT OFF. IT IS CURRENTLY AT BAY RIDGE FORD FOR THE RECALL INVOLVING THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER IT HAS FAILED EMISSIONS FOR CODE 17...

Mar 23, 2011 Electrical System 149,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION HAS MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE HAZZARD LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF THEREFORE DRAINING MY BATTERY. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT IT WHENEVER I SHUT IT OFF. IT IS CURRENTLY AT BAY RIDGE FORD FOR THE RECALL INVOLVING THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER IT HAS FAILED EMISSIONS FOR CODE 17...

Mar 23, 2011 Structure 149,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION HAS MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE HAZZARD LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF THEREFORE DRAINING MY BATTERY. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT IT WHENEVER I SHUT IT OFF. IT IS CURRENTLY AT BAY RIDGE FORD FOR THE RECALL INVOLVING THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER IT HAS FAILED EMISSIONS FOR CODE 17...

Mar 23, 2011 Electrical System 149,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION HAS MAJOR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE HAZZARD LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF THEREFORE DRAINING MY BATTERY. I HAVE TO DISCONNECT IT WHENEVER I SHUT IT OFF. IT IS CURRENTLY AT BAY RIDGE FORD FOR THE RECALL INVOLVING THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER IT HAS FAILED EMISSIONS FOR CODE 17...

Mar 22, 2011 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A LOUD POP FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SPRING HAD FRACTURED YET THE PLATE IN WHICH THE SPRING WAS ATTACHED WAS STILL IN PLACE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED T...

Mar 22, 2011 Structure 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A LOUD POP FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SPRING HAD FRACTURED YET THE PLATE IN WHICH THE SPRING WAS ATTACHED WAS STILL IN PLACE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED T...

Mar 21, 2011 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COVERED WITH RUST AND SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE PEDAL ALSO EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS ENGAGED. ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FELL BELOW ZERO, THE BRAKE LIGHT IL...

Mar 19, 2011 Power Train 80,728 mi

STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHEN LIGHT TURNED GREEN VAN WOULD NOT MOVE. THERE WERE NOT ANY NOISES, WARNING LIGHTS OR ISSUES TO INDICATE A PROBLEM. VAN REQUIRED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS FAILURE OF TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Mar 19, 2011 Power Train 80,728 mi

STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHEN LIGHT TURNED GREEN VAN WOULD NOT MOVE. THERE WERE NOT ANY NOISES, WARNING LIGHTS OR ISSUES TO INDICATE A PROBLEM. VAN REQUIRED A TOW TRUCK. MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS FAILURE OF TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

Mar 15, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECEIVED MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 70,000 MILES BACK FROM REAR AXLE RECALL. THE FRONT END SHAKES REALLY BAD AND THERE IS A GRINDING NOISE IN THE FRONT. CALLED DEALERSHIP AND THEY CLAIMED TO HAVE CHECKED THE FRONT END ON THE NEW RECALL. THEY ALSO CLAIM THAT FORD TOLD THEM TO TAKE MY NEW 1000 CRANKI...

Mar 15, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

RECEIVED MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 70,000 MILES BACK FROM REAR AXLE RECALL. THE FRONT END SHAKES REALLY BAD AND THERE IS A GRINDING NOISE IN THE FRONT. CALLED DEALERSHIP AND THEY CLAIMED TO HAVE CHECKED THE FRONT END ON THE NEW RECALL. THEY ALSO CLAIM THAT FORD TOLD THEM TO TAKE MY NEW 1000 CRANKI...

Mar 14, 2011 Electrical System 156,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE MODEL THAT HAS COST WELL OVER A THOUSAND DOLLARS IN REPAIR. I HAVE REPLACED 2 BATTERIES AND TWO ALTERNATORS, AND THE PROBLEMS STILL HAVE NOT BEEN FIXED. I NOW HAVE NO WAY OF KNOWING HOW FAST I AM GOING OR HOW MUCH GAS IS IN MY TANK. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS NEED TO B...

Mar 14, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE LANES. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS ENGAGED THERE WAS NO POWER RESPONSE. ALSO, A RAPID INCREASE IN THE RPMS OCCURRED. THE GEAR WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Mar 14, 2011 Electrical System 156,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE MODEL THAT HAS COST WELL OVER A THOUSAND DOLLARS IN REPAIR. I HAVE REPLACED 2 BATTERIES AND TWO ALTERNATORS, AND THE PROBLEMS STILL HAVE NOT BEEN FIXED. I NOW HAVE NO WAY OF KNOWING HOW FAST I AM GOING OR HOW MUCH GAS IS IN MY TANK. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS NEED TO B...

Mar 14, 2011 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE LANES. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS ENGAGED THERE WAS NO POWER RESPONSE. ALSO, A RAPID INCREASE IN THE RPMS OCCURRED. THE GEAR WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Mar 13, 2011 Structure 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED FOR REAR AXLES. I HAD THAT REPAIRED. I GOT ANOTHER RECALL FOR THE FRONT AXLES. DEALER SAYS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE AND VAN "SHOULD BE OKAY" UNTIL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. "SHOULD BE OKAY" IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!! IF THERE IS A RECALL, THE PART SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF TH...

Mar 13, 2011 Interior Lighting 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS HAD 2 RECALLS FOR FRONT AND REAR AXLES. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. DOORS LOCK AND UNLOCK RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. VERY DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS! *TR

Mar 13, 2011 Suspension 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS HAD 2 RECALLS FOR FRONT AND REAR AXLES. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. DOORS LOCK AND UNLOCK RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. VERY DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS! *TR

Mar 13, 2011 Structure 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED FOR REAR AXLES. I HAD THAT REPAIRED. I GOT ANOTHER RECALL FOR THE FRONT AXLES. DEALER SAYS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE AND VAN "SHOULD BE OKAY" UNTIL PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. "SHOULD BE OKAY" IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!! IF THERE IS A RECALL, THE PART SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF TH...

Mar 13, 2011 Interior Lighting 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS HAD 2 RECALLS FOR FRONT AND REAR AXLES. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. DOORS LOCK AND UNLOCK RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. VERY DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS! *TR

Mar 13, 2011 Suspension 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS HAD 2 RECALLS FOR FRONT AND REAR AXLES. INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. DOORS LOCK AND UNLOCK RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. VERY DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS! *TR

Mar 11, 2011 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INNER CONTROL ARM ON THE STEERING WHEEL FELL APART. THE VEHICLE WAS UNCONTROLLABLE AND THE LEFT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TURNED OUTWARD BUT THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO WILL INSPEC...

Mar 11, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE IN REGARDS TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000(STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS) AND 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER NOVE...

Mar 11, 2011 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE IN REGARDS TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000(STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS) AND 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER NOVE...

Mar 11, 2011 Suspension 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INNER CONTROL ARM ON THE STEERING WHEEL FELL APART. THE VEHICLE WAS UNCONTROLLABLE AND THE LEFT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE TURNED OUTWARD BUT THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WOULD NOT MOVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO WILL INSPEC...

Mar 11, 2011 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE IN REGARDS TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000(STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS) AND 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER NOVE...

Mar 11, 2011 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE IN REGARDS TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V030000(STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS) AND 10V385000(SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER NOVE...

Mar 9, 2011 Structure 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED, A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD AND ALL STEERING CONTROL WAS LOST. *TR

Mar 9, 2011 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT PROPERL...

Mar 9, 2011 Structure 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT PROPERL...

Mar 9, 2011 Structure 93,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED, A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD AND ALL STEERING CONTROL WAS LOST. *TR

Mar 9, 2011 Suspension 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT PROPERL...

Mar 9, 2011 Structure 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBERS: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND 11V030000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS: UNDERBODY SHIELDS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT PROPERL...

Mar 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,397 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (WITH 78,397 MILES ON IT) IN TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED FOR SUBFRAME RECALL, THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING, AND THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAD ALL GONE ON. DURING THE DIAGNOSIS, THEY FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS FINE, THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Mar 8, 2011 Structure 78,397 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (WITH 78,397 MILES ON IT) IN TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED FOR SUBFRAME RECALL, THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING, AND THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAD ALL GONE ON. DURING THE DIAGNOSIS, THEY FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS FINE, THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Mar 8, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 78,397 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (WITH 78,397 MILES ON IT) IN TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED FOR SUBFRAME RECALL, THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING, AND THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAD ALL GONE ON. DURING THE DIAGNOSIS, THEY FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS FINE, THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Mar 8, 2011 Structure 78,397 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (WITH 78,397 MILES ON IT) IN TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED FOR SUBFRAME RECALL, THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING, AND THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRAC OFF LIGHTS HAD ALL GONE ON. DURING THE DIAGNOSIS, THEY FOUND THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS FINE, THE SPARK PLUGS NEEDED TO BE ...

Mar 4, 2011 Power Train 116,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 WINDSTAR AT 40 MPH ON A BUSY HIGHWAY DURING THE MORNING RUSH HOUR IT LOST POWER. THE VAN HAD TO BE PUSHED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN WOULD START BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. THERE WAS NO WARNING TO THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. AAA TOWED THE VEHICLE. T...

Mar 4, 2011 Power Train 116,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY 2003 WINDSTAR AT 40 MPH ON A BUSY HIGHWAY DURING THE MORNING RUSH HOUR IT LOST POWER. THE VAN HAD TO BE PUSHED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VAN WOULD START BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN EITHER DRIVE OR REVERSE. THERE WAS NO WARNING TO THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. AAA TOWED THE VEHICLE. T...

Mar 2, 2011 Electrical System 79,900 mi

THE VEHICLES ELECTRONIC ANTILOCK BRAKE MODULE HAS FAILED. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS WARNINGS AND NOTICES THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE ONTO THE MODULE , IS A KNOWN CAUSE FOR EARLY FAILURE. ALL MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS TURN ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER DID CONFIRM THIS FAILURE AN...

Mar 2, 2011 Electrical System 79,900 mi

THE VEHICLES ELECTRONIC ANTILOCK BRAKE MODULE HAS FAILED. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS WARNINGS AND NOTICES THAT BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE ONTO THE MODULE , IS A KNOWN CAUSE FOR EARLY FAILURE. ALL MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS TURN ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF OPERATING THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER DID CONFIRM THIS FAILURE AN...

Mar 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 157,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 157,000.

Mar 1, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 157,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 157,000.

Feb 28, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT THEN PUSHED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD IT TOWED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION AND THE M...

Feb 28, 2011 Structure 71,000 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP BECAUSE IT FAILED STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AS THE ABS LIGHT WAS ON. FORD TOOK THE VEHICLE AND INSPECTED IT BASED UPON A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE AND SAID THAT IT FAILED. THEY PROVIDED ME WITH A RENTAL. THE NEXT DAY, I CALLED THE DEALERSHI...

Feb 28, 2011 Power Train 85,000 mi

TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT THEN PUSHED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD IT TOWED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION AND THE M...

Feb 28, 2011 Structure 71,000 mi

BROUGHT MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP BECAUSE IT FAILED STATE SAFETY INSPECTION AS THE ABS LIGHT WAS ON. FORD TOOK THE VEHICLE AND INSPECTED IT BASED UPON A RECALL ON THE REAR AXLE AND SAID THAT IT FAILED. THEY PROVIDED ME WITH A RENTAL. THE NEXT DAY, I CALLED THE DEALERSHI...

Feb 27, 2011 Structure 97,000 mi

I WENT TO THE SERVICE STATION FOR RECALL THEY FIRST TOLD ME MY CAR WASN'T ABLE TO BE FIXED THEN THEY TELL ME IT IS ABLE TO BE FIX I HAVE TO BE I LITTLE SKEPTICAL WHEN THERE FLIP FLOP LIKE ESPECIALLY WHEN MY FAMILY LIFE AT STAKE. *TR

Feb 27, 2011 Structure 97,000 mi

I WENT TO THE SERVICE STATION FOR RECALL THEY FIRST TOLD ME MY CAR WASN'T ABLE TO BE FIXED THEN THEY TELL ME IT IS ABLE TO BE FIX I HAVE TO BE I LITTLE SKEPTICAL WHEN THERE FLIP FLOP LIKE ESPECIALLY WHEN MY FAMILY LIFE AT STAKE. *TR

Feb 26, 2011 Power Train 70,100 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS , THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE ON MY VAN . THE VAN CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP , THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ,THERE SHOULD BE E RECALL ,THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ALMOST EVERYBODY THAT OWNS THIS FORD MODEL. ALSO THERE IS A RECALL FOR REAR AXEL .NOW FRONT AND REAR FRAME MOUN...

Feb 26, 2011 Power Train 63,028 mi

COMPLETE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION WITH NO VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE WARNING. TRANSMISSION CHANGED PER FORD SPEC AS WELL AS THE REST OF THE FLUIDS. THERE IS A HIGH RATE OF FAILURE OF THIS COMPONENT ACCORDING TO A NUMBER OF INDEPENDENT REPORTING AGENCIES VIA THE WEB. THE TRANSMISSION IN A 2003 WINDSTAR SEE...

Feb 26, 2011 Power Train 70,100 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS , THE TORQUE CONVERTER BROKE ON MY VAN . THE VAN CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP , THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS ,THERE SHOULD BE E RECALL ,THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ALMOST EVERYBODY THAT OWNS THIS FORD MODEL. ALSO THERE IS A RECALL FOR REAR AXEL .NOW FRONT AND REAR FRAME MOUN...

Feb 26, 2011 Power Train 63,028 mi

COMPLETE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION WITH NO VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE WARNING. TRANSMISSION CHANGED PER FORD SPEC AS WELL AS THE REST OF THE FLUIDS. THERE IS A HIGH RATE OF FAILURE OF THIS COMPONENT ACCORDING TO A NUMBER OF INDEPENDENT REPORTING AGENCIES VIA THE WEB. THE TRANSMISSION IN A 2003 WINDSTAR SEE...

Feb 24, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 136,426 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50-55 MPH, THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL OFF AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED BUT THEY DID NOT RESPOND AS QUICKLY AS NORMAL. THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED ONCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE...

Feb 24, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 136,426 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 50-55 MPH, THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL OFF AND BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED BUT THEY DID NOT RESPOND AS QUICKLY AS NORMAL. THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED ONCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE...

Feb 23, 2011 Visibility 135,000 mi

BLEND DOOR BROKEN AND MOTOR CLICKING ON HEATER. WON'T DEFROST AND NO HEAT. *TR

Feb 23, 2011 Visibility 135,000 mi

BLEND DOOR BROKEN AND MOTOR CLICKING ON HEATER. WON'T DEFROST AND NO HEAT. *TR

Feb 21, 2011 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON IN WARM & HOT WEATHER.*TR

Feb 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON IN WARM & HOT WEATHER.*TR

Feb 21, 2011 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON IN WARM & HOT WEATHER.*TR

Feb 21, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON IN WARM & HOT WEATHER.*TR

Feb 19, 2011 Electrical System 76,000 mi

I JUST BROUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AN THE SAME DAY I GOT IT THE WINDOW ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT WORK.. SO I STARTED LOOKING ONLINE TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS PROBLEM. AN SURE ENOUGH 1000S OF PEOPLE HAVE WITH THE FORD WINDSTAR. I HEARD LOTS OF BAD THINGS ABOUT THIS VAN AN NOW I SCARED TO EVEN...

Feb 19, 2011 Electrical System 76,000 mi

I JUST BROUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AN THE SAME DAY I GOT IT THE WINDOW ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOES NOT WORK.. SO I STARTED LOOKING ONLINE TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS PROBLEM. AN SURE ENOUGH 1000S OF PEOPLE HAVE WITH THE FORD WINDSTAR. I HEARD LOTS OF BAD THINGS ABOUT THIS VAN AN NOW I SCARED TO EVEN...

Feb 16, 2011 Electrical System

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF SUDDEN DOME LIGHTS START FLASHING ON AND OFF. TRY TO TURN THEM OFF WITH THE SWITCH AND THEY STILL KEEP COMING ON. SOMETIMES MY AUTOMATIC WINDOWS WON'T WORK. FIRST IT'S ONE SIDE AND THE NEXT TIME IT COULD BE THE OTHER SIDE. *TR

Feb 16, 2011 Electrical System

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF SUDDEN DOME LIGHTS START FLASHING ON AND OFF. TRY TO TURN THEM OFF WITH THE SWITCH AND THEY STILL KEEP COMING ON. SOMETIMES MY AUTOMATIC WINDOWS WON'T WORK. FIRST IT'S ONE SIDE AND THE NEXT TIME IT COULD BE THE OTHER SIDE. *TR

Feb 12, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,000 mi

ON HIGHWAY (MD ROUTE 4) OFF RAMP, VAN SUDDENLY SHIFTED ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND WOULDN'T MOVE. COASTED ONTO VERY NARROW SHOULDER ON BLIND UPHILL CURVE TO BARELY ALLOW OTHER CARS TO GET BY. TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP. HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION WITH A REMANUFACTURED ONE FOR $3,300.

Feb 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,768 mi

SCDS SENSOR LEAKS OVER TRANSMISSION CONNECTOR. *TR

Feb 12, 2011 Unknown Or Other 107,000 mi

ON HIGHWAY (MD ROUTE 4) OFF RAMP, VAN SUDDENLY SHIFTED ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND WOULDN'T MOVE. COASTED ONTO VERY NARROW SHOULDER ON BLIND UPHILL CURVE TO BARELY ALLOW OTHER CARS TO GET BY. TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP. HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION WITH A REMANUFACTURED ONE FOR $3,300.

Feb 12, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,768 mi

SCDS SENSOR LEAKS OVER TRANSMISSION CONNECTOR. *TR

Feb 11, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON REPLACED SENSORS AT MY COST STILL STAYS ON AUTO DOOR LOCKS STOPPED WORKING DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON HEATER DOOR HAD TO BE REPLACED CRUISE CONTROL WORKS THEN STOPS WORKING AT DEALER SHIP NOW FOR REAR AXLE TO BE REPLACED ALSO FOR ANOTHER RECALL FOR FUEL BYPASS HEARD OF NEW RECALL ...

Feb 11, 2011 Electrical System 40,000 mi

ABS LIGHT STAYS ON REPLACED SENSORS AT MY COST STILL STAYS ON AUTO DOOR LOCKS STOPPED WORKING DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON HEATER DOOR HAD TO BE REPLACED CRUISE CONTROL WORKS THEN STOPS WORKING AT DEALER SHIP NOW FOR REAR AXLE TO BE REPLACED ALSO FOR ANOTHER RECALL FOR FUEL BYPASS HEARD OF NEW RECALL ...

Feb 8, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 180,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN, THE ABS BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL LIGHT AND ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN MY MINIVAN. HEADLIGHTS. WHEN IS GOING TO RECALL AND FIX THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT SYSTEM. THE YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF . *TR WHEN WILL FORD CALL RE CALL ON TO FIX ABS LIGHTING SYSTEM IN T...

Feb 8, 2011 Service Brakes, Electric 180,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINI VAN, THE ABS BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL LIGHT AND ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN MY MINIVAN. HEADLIGHTS. WHEN IS GOING TO RECALL AND FIX THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT SYSTEM. THE YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON AND WILL NOT TURN OFF . *TR WHEN WILL FORD CALL RE CALL ON TO FIX ABS LIGHTING SYSTEM IN T...

Feb 7, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS TO MAKE A TURN AND AFTER BRAKING, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FORWARD. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN SO IT WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THEY INF...

Feb 7, 2011 Power Train 77,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS TO MAKE A TURN AND AFTER BRAKING, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FORWARD. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN SO IT WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THEY INF...

Jan 27, 2011 Suspension 79,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR CONTROL ARM RUSTED. DURING THE WEEK OF 01/24/11, OUR WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR A REAR CONTROL ARM FAILURE. THE UNIT WAS RUSTED AND BASED ON THE RECALLS OF THE REAR AXEL AND NOW THE FRONT CONTROL ARMS, I AM CONCERNED THIS SHOULD BE REVIEWED AS WELL. THE TOTAL FAILURE OF THI...

Jan 27, 2011 Suspension 79,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR CONTROL ARM RUSTED. DURING THE WEEK OF 01/24/11, OUR WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR A REAR CONTROL ARM FAILURE. THE UNIT WAS RUSTED AND BASED ON THE RECALLS OF THE REAR AXEL AND NOW THE FRONT CONTROL ARMS, I AM CONCERNED THIS SHOULD BE REVIEWED AS WELL. THE TOTAL FAILURE OF THI...

Jan 24, 2011 Structure 170,239 mi

DURING OIL CHANGE A VISUAL INSPECTION OF SURROUNDING AREAS REVEALED A FRACTURE OF RIGHT REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT. #1 LONG TERM A/C USE, #2 RUSTING OF RIGHT SUBFRAME AT REAR MOUNT CAUSING FRACTURE OF SUBFRAME,#3 SUBFRAME ON ORDER. VAN HAS BEEN IN FLORIDA SINCE SOLD NEW IN 2003. *TR

Jan 24, 2011 Structure 170,239 mi

DURING OIL CHANGE A VISUAL INSPECTION OF SURROUNDING AREAS REVEALED A FRACTURE OF RIGHT REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT. #1 LONG TERM A/C USE, #2 RUSTING OF RIGHT SUBFRAME AT REAR MOUNT CAUSING FRACTURE OF SUBFRAME,#3 SUBFRAME ON ORDER. VAN HAS BEEN IN FLORIDA SINCE SOLD NEW IN 2003. *TR

Jan 19, 2011 Suspension 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND STATED THAT HE WAS NOT COMFORTABLE WITH THE RECALL REMEDY OFFERED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY THE DEALER AND THE ...

Jan 19, 2011 Suspension 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) AND STATED THAT HE WAS NOT COMFORTABLE WITH THE RECALL REMEDY OFFERED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY THE DEALER AND THE ...

Jan 18, 2011 Structure 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 18, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 18, 2011 Structure 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 18, 2011 Latches/locks/linkages 81,535 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN HAVING MECHANICAL FAILURES FOR ABOUT 3 YEARS. WE HAVE HEARD A LOUD GRINDING NOISE FROM THE REAR PASSENERS SIDE OF THE CAR THAT NEITHER OUR LOCAL MECHANIC NOR FORD COULD FIX. WE REPLACED SHOCKS AND MOST RECENTLY THE TIRE RODS ON 9/24/10. WE HAVE HAD NUMEROUS ELECTRO...

Jan 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT. HE STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED FOR THE PAST 2 MONTHS THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. PRIMARILY WHEN THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERA...

Jan 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT. HE STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED FOR THE PAST 2 MONTHS THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. PRIMARILY WHEN THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERA...

Jan 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT. HE STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED FOR THE PAST 2 MONTHS THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. PRIMARILY WHEN THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERA...

Jan 13, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT. HE STATES THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED FOR THE PAST 2 MONTHS THE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. PRIMARILY WHEN THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERA...

Jan 12, 2011 Suspension 98,000 mi

THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE COLLAPSED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. THE WHEEL WELL ENDED UP RIGHT ON TOP OF THE TIRE AND WE GROUND TO A HALT.

Jan 12, 2011 Visibility 118,328 mi

I HAVE ROUGHLY A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO WORK. IT WAS A COLD DAY AND DROVE WITH THE HEAT ON AND THE ROADS WERE FINE AFTER A SNOW THE NIGHT BEFORE, BUT THERE WAS NO SNOW LEFT ON THE VEHICLE. I CAME OUT AT THE END OF THE DAY TO FIND THE REAR WINDOW MISSING ABOUT SIX-EIGHT SQUARE INCHES AND SHARDS OF GLAS...

Jan 12, 2011 Suspension 98,000 mi

THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE COLLAPSED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. THE WHEEL WELL ENDED UP RIGHT ON TOP OF THE TIRE AND WE GROUND TO A HALT.

Jan 12, 2011 Visibility 118,328 mi

I HAVE ROUGHLY A 40 MINUTE DRIVE TO WORK. IT WAS A COLD DAY AND DROVE WITH THE HEAT ON AND THE ROADS WERE FINE AFTER A SNOW THE NIGHT BEFORE, BUT THERE WAS NO SNOW LEFT ON THE VEHICLE. I CAME OUT AT THE END OF THE DAY TO FIND THE REAR WINDOW MISSING ABOUT SIX-EIGHT SQUARE INCHES AND SHARDS OF GLAS...

Jan 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8L THAT HAS AN ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ISSUE. THE LIGHTS COME ON AT WHAT APPEARS TO BE RANDOM AND STAY ON UNTIL YOU TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART. MAY GO DAYS OR A FEW WEEKS WITHOUT THIS ISSUE, THEN IT MIGHT POP UP 2-3 TIMES IN ONE DAY. WAS TOLD NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT. *TR

Jan 11, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY FEW WEEKS AFTER BEING RESET. CODES ARE FOR LEAN BANK 1, 2. VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH AN INTAKE LEAK. MECHANICS HAVE SAID THAT THIS IS A LONG STANDING ISSUE WITH THE 3.8L ENGINE IN THE WINDSTAR. COST OF REPAIR IS $600+. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS EMISSIONS WITHOUT BEING REPAIR...

Jan 11, 2011 Electrical System 2,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THEY COULD DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE FOR A FEE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

Jan 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY AND TURN OFF WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE BRAKE MODULE NEEDE...

Jan 11, 2011 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE TIRE PRESSURE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE AND NOTICED THAT THE PRESSURE WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE RIM WAS CRA...

Jan 11, 2011 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE TIRE PRESSURE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE AND NOTICED THAT THE PRESSURE WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE RIM WAS CRA...

Jan 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR 3.8L THAT HAS AN ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ISSUE. THE LIGHTS COME ON AT WHAT APPEARS TO BE RANDOM AND STAY ON UNTIL YOU TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART. MAY GO DAYS OR A FEW WEEKS WITHOUT THIS ISSUE, THEN IT MIGHT POP UP 2-3 TIMES IN ONE DAY. WAS TOLD NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT. *TR

Jan 11, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY FEW WEEKS AFTER BEING RESET. CODES ARE FOR LEAN BANK 1, 2. VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH AN INTAKE LEAK. MECHANICS HAVE SAID THAT THIS IS A LONG STANDING ISSUE WITH THE 3.8L ENGINE IN THE WINDSTAR. COST OF REPAIR IS $600+. VEHICLE WILL NOT PASS EMISSIONS WITHOUT BEING REPAIR...

Jan 11, 2011 Electrical System 2,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THEY COULD DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE FOR A FEE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE...

Jan 11, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY AND TURN OFF WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE BRAKE MODULE NEEDE...

Jan 11, 2011 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE TIRE PRESSURE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE AND NOTICED THAT THE PRESSURE WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE RIM WAS CRA...

Jan 11, 2011 Wheels 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE TIRE PRESSURE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE AND NOTICED THAT THE PRESSURE WAS LOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE RIM WAS CRA...

Jan 10, 2011 Electrical System 95,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHT HAVE APPEARED A FEW MONTHS AFTER WE BOUGHT THE VAN BUT FAR ENOUGH AFTER OUR "USED CAR WARRANTY PERIOD". I JUST FOUND OUT TODAY 1/10/11 THAT IT NEEDS THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT REPLACED WHICH EFFECTS THE ABS SYSTEM. ESTIMATED REPAIR/REPLACEMENT COST IS ABOUT $850 DU...

Jan 10, 2011 Electrical System 95,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHT HAVE APPEARED A FEW MONTHS AFTER WE BOUGHT THE VAN BUT FAR ENOUGH AFTER OUR "USED CAR WARRANTY PERIOD". I JUST FOUND OUT TODAY 1/10/11 THAT IT NEEDS THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT REPLACED WHICH EFFECTS THE ABS SYSTEM. ESTIMATED REPAIR/REPLACEMENT COST IS ABOUT $850 DU...

Jan 6, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES DISCONTENT WITH THE WAY RECALL FOR THE CRACKED REAR AXLE WAS HANDLED. *KB THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE REPAIRED FOR 120 DAYS DUE TO THE PART ...

Jan 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES DISCONTENT WITH THE WAY RECALL FOR THE CRACKED REAR AXLE WAS HANDLED. *KB THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE REPAIRED FOR 120 DAYS DUE TO THE PART ...

Jan 6, 2011 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES DISCONTENT WITH THE WAY RECALL FOR THE CRACKED REAR AXLE WAS HANDLED. *KB THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE REPAIRED FOR 120 DAYS DUE TO THE PART ...

Jan 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER STATES DISCONTENT WITH THE WAY RECALL FOR THE CRACKED REAR AXLE WAS HANDLED. *KB THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. HOWEVER, THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE REPAIRED FOR 120 DAYS DUE TO THE PART ...

Jan 3, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY TRANSMISSION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMPLETELY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING! NO DRIVE OR REVERSE! THANKFULLY I WAS ON A BACK ROAD AND NOT THE HWY. THE TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED BUT I DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO DO SO RIGHT NOW. IN THE MANNER THAT THE TRA...

Jan 3, 2011 Steering Crash 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO DITCH. THE CONTACT WAS REPORTED INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE ...

Jan 3, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY TRANSMISSION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMPLETELY WENT OUT WITH NO WARNING! NO DRIVE OR REVERSE! THANKFULLY I WAS ON A BACK ROAD AND NOT THE HWY. THE TRANSMISSION WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED BUT I DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO DO SO RIGHT NOW. IN THE MANNER THAT THE TRA...

Jan 3, 2011 Steering Crash 106,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO DITCH. THE CONTACT WAS REPORTED INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE ...

Jan 2, 2011 Wheels 93,000 mi

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL ON CERTAIN FORD WINDSTAR MODELS IN THE NORTHERN STATES DUE TO A DEFECTIVE REAR AXLE. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN VIN: [XXX] WHICH WE PURCHASED USED IN JULY 2004. FROM WHAT WE WERE TOLD WHEN WE BOUGHT IT, THE VEHICLE CAME FROM OHIO. ON 12/28/10, I CALLED A LOCAL FOR...

Jan 2, 2011 Unknown Or Other 93,000 mi

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL ON CERTAIN FORD WINDSTAR MODELS IN THE NORTHERN STATES DUE TO A DEFECTIVE REAR AXLE. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN VIN: [XXX] WHICH WE PURCHASED USED IN JULY 2004. FROM WHAT WE WERE TOLD WHEN WE BOUGHT IT, THE VEHICLE CAME FROM OHIO. ON 12/28/10, I CALLED A LOCAL FOR...

Jan 2, 2011 Wheels 93,000 mi

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL ON CERTAIN FORD WINDSTAR MODELS IN THE NORTHERN STATES DUE TO A DEFECTIVE REAR AXLE. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN VIN: [XXX] WHICH WE PURCHASED USED IN JULY 2004. FROM WHAT WE WERE TOLD WHEN WE BOUGHT IT, THE VEHICLE CAME FROM OHIO. ON 12/28/10, I CALLED A LOCAL FOR...

Jan 2, 2011 Unknown Or Other 93,000 mi

I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL ON CERTAIN FORD WINDSTAR MODELS IN THE NORTHERN STATES DUE TO A DEFECTIVE REAR AXLE. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN VIN: [XXX] WHICH WE PURCHASED USED IN JULY 2004. FROM WHAT WE WERE TOLD WHEN WE BOUGHT IT, THE VEHICLE CAME FROM OHIO. ON 12/28/10, I CALLED A LOCAL FOR...

Jan 1, 2011 Power Train 174,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE COMPLAINT AND TRANSMISSION. FIRST OF ALL, I WAS LEFT STRANDED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON CHRISTMAS EVE. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME FROM FORD. FORD WANTS $3800 TO REPLACE IT. THE VAN IS ONLY WORTH THAT. THEN I FIND OUT THAT FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS AND FAILURES WI...

Jan 1, 2011 Structure 174,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE COMPLAINT AND TRANSMISSION. FIRST OF ALL, I WAS LEFT STRANDED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON CHRISTMAS EVE. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME FROM FORD. FORD WANTS $3800 TO REPLACE IT. THE VAN IS ONLY WORTH THAT. THEN I FIND OUT THAT FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS AND FAILURES WI...

Jan 1, 2011 Power Train 174,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE COMPLAINT AND TRANSMISSION. FIRST OF ALL, I WAS LEFT STRANDED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON CHRISTMAS EVE. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME FROM FORD. FORD WANTS $3800 TO REPLACE IT. THE VAN IS ONLY WORTH THAT. THEN I FIND OUT THAT FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS AND FAILURES WI...

Jan 1, 2011 Structure 174,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE COMPLAINT AND TRANSMISSION. FIRST OF ALL, I WAS LEFT STRANDED WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON CHRISTMAS EVE. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME FROM FORD. FORD WANTS $3800 TO REPLACE IT. THE VAN IS ONLY WORTH THAT. THEN I FIND OUT THAT FORD HAS HAD MANY COMPLAINTS AND FAILURES WI...

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 105,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS FOR RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 COMPONENT: SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) WHEN THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND THERE WAS A HOLE IN FRONT O...

Dec 29, 2010 Electrical System 149,990 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO FORD DUE TO A FAILURE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. MY SPEEDOMETER WAS SPINNING AND "STUCK" IN AN APPROXIMATE 5:00 O'CLOCK POSITION...IN ADDITION, MY PRNDL NEEDLE "STUCK" IN THE PARK POSITION AND WOULD NOT MOVE. ON TOP OF THIS, MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS WERE COMING ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY...

Dec 29, 2010 Power Train 149,990 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO FORD DUE TO A FAILURE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. MY SPEEDOMETER WAS SPINNING AND "STUCK" IN AN APPROXIMATE 5:00 O'CLOCK POSITION...IN ADDITION, MY PRNDL NEEDLE "STUCK" IN THE PARK POSITION AND WOULD NOT MOVE. ON TOP OF THIS, MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS WERE COMING ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY...

Dec 29, 2010 Structure 105,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS FOR RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 COMPONENT: SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY) WHEN THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE FRONT SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY CORRODED AND THERE WAS A HOLE IN FRONT O...

Dec 29, 2010 Electrical System 149,990 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO FORD DUE TO A FAILURE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. MY SPEEDOMETER WAS SPINNING AND "STUCK" IN AN APPROXIMATE 5:00 O'CLOCK POSITION...IN ADDITION, MY PRNDL NEEDLE "STUCK" IN THE PARK POSITION AND WOULD NOT MOVE. ON TOP OF THIS, MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS WERE COMING ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY...

Dec 29, 2010 Power Train 149,990 mi

I TOOK MY CAR IN TO FORD DUE TO A FAILURE IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. MY SPEEDOMETER WAS SPINNING AND "STUCK" IN AN APPROXIMATE 5:00 O'CLOCK POSITION...IN ADDITION, MY PRNDL NEEDLE "STUCK" IN THE PARK POSITION AND WOULD NOT MOVE. ON TOP OF THIS, MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS WERE COMING ON AND OFF SPORADICALLY...

Dec 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

GAS GAUGE DOESN'T READ CORRECTLY. ALL GAUGES STOPS WORKING WHILE DRIVING. ABS AND TCS STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY IN 2008. LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON WARNING OF THEM NOT WORKING. DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT WORK CORRECTLY. CHECK ADVANCE TRACK WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS HAS BEEN CHECKED, BUT LIGHT...

Dec 27, 2010 Electrical System 100,000 mi

GAS GAUGE DOESN'T READ CORRECTLY. ALL GAUGES STOPS WORKING WHILE DRIVING. ABS AND TCS STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY IN 2008. LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON WARNING OF THEM NOT WORKING. DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT WORK CORRECTLY. CHECK ADVANCE TRACK WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS HAS BEEN CHECKED, BUT LIGHT...

Dec 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

GAS GAUGE DOESN'T READ CORRECTLY. ALL GAUGES STOPS WORKING WHILE DRIVING. ABS AND TCS STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY IN 2008. LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON WARNING OF THEM NOT WORKING. DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT WORK CORRECTLY. CHECK ADVANCE TRACK WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS HAS BEEN CHECKED, BUT LIGHT...

Dec 27, 2010 Electrical System 100,000 mi

GAS GAUGE DOESN'T READ CORRECTLY. ALL GAUGES STOPS WORKING WHILE DRIVING. ABS AND TCS STOPPED WORKING CORRECTLY IN 2008. LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON WARNING OF THEM NOT WORKING. DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT WORK CORRECTLY. CHECK ADVANCE TRACK WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS HAS BEEN CHECKED, BUT LIGHT...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 76,765 mi

NOTIFIED BY FORD MOTOR CO. ABOUT A VOLUNTEER RECALL FOR THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR AXLE FOR MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. DEALER FOUND NO CRACKS AND APPLIED ANTICORROSIVE MATERIAL AND REINFORCMENT BRACKETS. I BELIEVE THAT IT'S POOR DESIGN IS THE SOLE REASON FOR IT'S FAILURE AND TH...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING RECALL NOTICE *TGW THE REAR AXLE FAILED, PRIOR TO THE RECALL NOTIFICATION. *JB

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension 76,765 mi

NOTIFIED BY FORD MOTOR CO. ABOUT A VOLUNTEER RECALL FOR THE INSPECTION AND REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE REAR AXLE FOR MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. DEALER FOUND NO CRACKS AND APPLIED ANTICORROSIVE MATERIAL AND REINFORCMENT BRACKETS. I BELIEVE THAT IT'S POOR DESIGN IS THE SOLE REASON FOR IT'S FAILURE AND TH...

Dec 23, 2010 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING RECALL NOTICE *TGW THE REAR AXLE FAILED, PRIOR TO THE RECALL NOTIFICATION. *JB

Dec 22, 2010 Suspension

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Exterior Lighting

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 20,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT USUALLY STAY ON ALTHOUGH THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE SYSTEM. BOUGHT USED AS FORD CERTIFIED PREOWNED AND CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. AT TIMES THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME BUT NO NOTICEABLE PATTERN HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED. THE LIGHT PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING FO...

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 5 PH WHEN THE ABS AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED AND HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INS...

Dec 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 5 PH WHEN THE ABS AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED AND HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INS...

Dec 22, 2010 Suspension

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Exterior Lighting

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Electrical System

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE MAIN ELECTRICAL HARNESS 3 TIMES, WHICH WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO FLASH AND FLICKER TO THIS DAY, BOTH DAY AND NIGHT, CREATING A HAZARD TO SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THERE ARE ALSO FALSE ALEERTS OF THE TIRE WARNI...

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 20,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT USUALLY STAY ON ALTHOUGH THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE SYSTEM. BOUGHT USED AS FORD CERTIFIED PREOWNED AND CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. AT TIMES THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME BUT NO NOTICEABLE PATTERN HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED. THE LIGHT PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING FO...

Dec 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 5 PH WHEN THE ABS AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED AND HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INS...

Dec 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING 5 PH WHEN THE ABS AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL HAD FAILED AND HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INS...

Dec 21, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

SUB FRAME RUSTED. *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Unknown Or Other 42,000 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME .TURNING ON OUR STREET,15 TO 20 MPH.HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND COULDNT STEER THE VAN.TOW TRUCK DRIVER TOLD US THE BRACKETS RUSTED OFF THE SUBFRAME.WENT TO FORD GARAGE THEY SAID THEY HAD ONE IN 2WEEKS PRIOR AND IT WAS MY PROLBEM.THE VAN ONLY HAS 42,000 ON IT.WOW..TO THINK I HAVE 3 ...

Dec 21, 2010 Structure 100,000 mi

SUB FRAME RUSTED. *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Unknown Or Other 42,000 mi

WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME .TURNING ON OUR STREET,15 TO 20 MPH.HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND COULDNT STEER THE VAN.TOW TRUCK DRIVER TOLD US THE BRACKETS RUSTED OFF THE SUBFRAME.WENT TO FORD GARAGE THEY SAID THEY HAD ONE IN 2WEEKS PRIOR AND IT WAS MY PROLBEM.THE VAN ONLY HAS 42,000 ON IT.WOW..TO THINK I HAVE 3 ...

Dec 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION THE BRAKE AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE WARNING INDICATORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHO...

Dec 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEN HE TURNED OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL; SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER, BUT THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART THE...

Dec 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION THE BRAKE AND ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE WARNING INDICATORS REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHO...

Dec 20, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEN HE TURNED OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL; SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER, BUT THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART THE...

Dec 17, 2010 Air Bags 107,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED SUDDENLY. THE CONTACT INJURED HER NECK AS A RESULT. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THAT THE PROBLEM HAD ...

Dec 17, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT NOTIFIED FOUR DIFFERENT DEALERS REGARDING THE RECALL AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO INSPECT OR REPAIR ...

Dec 17, 2010 Air Bags 107,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED SUDDENLY. THE CONTACT INJURED HER NECK AS A RESULT. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THAT THE PROBLEM HAD ...

Dec 17, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V385000 (SUSPENSION: REAR: AXLE: NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE CONTACT NOTIFIED FOUR DIFFERENT DEALERS REGARDING THE RECALL AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO INSPECT OR REPAIR ...

Dec 12, 2010 Visibility 1,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM LOOSENS ABOUT ONCE A MONTH IN WINTER LESS IN SPRING CAN DO IT WHILE DRIVING NEED 15MM WRENCH TO TIGHTEN WILL NOT STAY TIGHT HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE NEW. *TR

Dec 12, 2010 Visibility 1,000 mi

DRIVER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM LOOSENS ABOUT ONCE A MONTH IN WINTER LESS IN SPRING CAN DO IT WHILE DRIVING NEED 15MM WRENCH TO TIGHTEN WILL NOT STAY TIGHT HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE NEW. *TR

Dec 6, 2010 Structure 34,600 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, STEERING CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY LOST AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. THE VEHICLE TURNED TO THE LEFT, THEN RIGHT, AND RAN OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTED IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE RIGHT FRONT LO...

Dec 6, 2010 Suspension 34,600 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, STEERING CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY LOST AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. THE VEHICLE TURNED TO THE LEFT, THEN RIGHT, AND RAN OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTED IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE RIGHT FRONT LO...

Dec 6, 2010 Structure 34,600 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, STEERING CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY LOST AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. THE VEHICLE TURNED TO THE LEFT, THEN RIGHT, AND RAN OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTED IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE RIGHT FRONT LO...

Dec 6, 2010 Suspension 34,600 mi

WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT, STEERING CONTROL WAS COMPLETELY LOST AT APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. THE VEHICLE TURNED TO THE LEFT, THEN RIGHT, AND RAN OFF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE. FRONT WHEELS WERE POINTED IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS. THE RIGHT FRONT LO...

Dec 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSTANT ILLUMINATION OF ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH, EVEN AFTER SEVERAL TRIPS TO LOCAL MECHANIC FOR REPAIR. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY AS DRIVING. THE LIGHTS INCLUDE THOSE ON THE DASH, WHICH MAKES IT DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. PLEASE DO A SEARCH FOR THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET AND NOTE THE EXCEPTIONAL NUMBER OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS POSTED BY OTHER OWNERS. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Power Train 112,110 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY WARNING SIGN. LEFT ON IN THE ROAD WITH ENGINE RUNNING, BUT WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY DIRECTION. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSTANT ILLUMINATION OF ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON DASH, EVEN AFTER SEVERAL TRIPS TO LOCAL MECHANIC FOR REPAIR. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Interior Lighting

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY AS DRIVING. THE LIGHTS INCLUDE THOSE ON THE DASH, WHICH MAKES IT DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. PLEASE DO A SEARCH FOR THIS PROBLEM ON THE INTERNET AND NOTE THE EXCEPTIONAL NUMBER OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS POSTED BY OTHER OWNERS. *TR

Dec 4, 2010 Power Train 112,110 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT ANY WARNING SIGN. LEFT ON IN THE ROAD WITH ENGINE RUNNING, BUT WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY DIRECTION. *TR

Nov 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 138,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO THE DOME LIGHT NEEDS TO BE OFF OTHERWISE IT FLICKERS ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 29, 2010 Electrical System 138,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO THE DOME LIGHT NEEDS TO BE OFF OTHERWISE IT FLICKERS ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 138,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO THE DOME LIGHT NEEDS TO BE OFF OTHERWISE IT FLICKERS ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 29, 2010 Electrical System 138,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. ALSO THE DOME LIGHT NEEDS TO BE OFF OTHERWISE IT FLICKERS ON AND OFF. *TR

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 190,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE THE DEALER KEPT THE VEHICLE BECAUSE CRACK WAS FOUND, I SPOKE TO THIRD PARTY MECHANIC WHO SPOKE ABOUT FRONT SUB FRAME AS WELL THE THIRD PARTY MECHANIC THEN SHOWED ME THE CRACK IN MY WINDSTAR FRONT SUB FRAME AND INFORMED ME THAT IT COULD BREAK OFF AT A...

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 165,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE THAT HAS SERIOUS CORROSION WHERE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BOLTS INTO THE FRAME. IT HAS NOT FAILED COMPLETELY, BUT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THIS REPAIR. *TR

Nov 27, 2010 Suspension 165,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE THAT HAS SERIOUS CORROSION WHERE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BOLTS INTO THE FRAME. IT HAS NOT FAILED COMPLETELY, BUT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THIS REPAIR. *TR

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 190,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE THE DEALER KEPT THE VEHICLE BECAUSE CRACK WAS FOUND, I SPOKE TO THIRD PARTY MECHANIC WHO SPOKE ABOUT FRONT SUB FRAME AS WELL THE THIRD PARTY MECHANIC THEN SHOWED ME THE CRACK IN MY WINDSTAR FRONT SUB FRAME AND INFORMED ME THAT IT COULD BREAK OFF AT A...

Nov 27, 2010 Structure 165,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE THAT HAS SERIOUS CORROSION WHERE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BOLTS INTO THE FRAME. IT HAS NOT FAILED COMPLETELY, BUT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THIS REPAIR. *TR

Nov 27, 2010 Suspension 165,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE THAT HAS SERIOUS CORROSION WHERE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CONTROL ARM BOLTS INTO THE FRAME. IT HAS NOT FAILED COMPLETELY, BUT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THIS REPAIR. *TR

Nov 22, 2010 Suspension 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE FRONT END DROPPED THE RIGHT CONTROL ARM WHICH SEPARATED FROM THE FRONT SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME CORROS...

Nov 22, 2010 Suspension 55,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, HE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE FRONT END DROPPED THE RIGHT CONTROL ARM WHICH SEPARATED FROM THE FRONT SUBFRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME CORROS...

Nov 19, 2010 Wheels 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH SHE HEARD A RUBBING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHOR...

Nov 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON FOR ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE. THEY ARE OFTEN SPONGY AND DON'T OPERATE WELL. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN ONGOING. THE CAR HAS BEEN LOOKED AT DOZENS OF TIMES BUT NO ISSUE CAN BE IDENTIFIED.

Nov 19, 2010 Electrical System 5,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON FOR ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE. THEY ARE OFTEN SPONGY AND DON'T OPERATE WELL. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN ONGOING. THE CAR HAS BEEN LOOKED AT DOZENS OF TIMES BUT NO ISSUE CAN BE IDENTIFIED.

Nov 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THE ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE HAS SINCE RECURRED 5 TIMES. AFTER EACH FAILURE, THE ...

Nov 19, 2010 Wheels 170,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH SHE HEARD A RUBBING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND SHUT OFF. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD FRACTURED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHOR...

Nov 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 5,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON FOR ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE. THEY ARE OFTEN SPONGY AND DON'T OPERATE WELL. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN ONGOING. THE CAR HAS BEEN LOOKED AT DOZENS OF TIMES BUT NO ISSUE CAN BE IDENTIFIED.

Nov 19, 2010 Electrical System 5,000 mi

THE BRAKE LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON FOR ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE. THEY ARE OFTEN SPONGY AND DON'T OPERATE WELL. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN ONGOING. THE CAR HAS BEEN LOOKED AT DOZENS OF TIMES BUT NO ISSUE CAN BE IDENTIFIED.

Nov 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE SHE WAS INFORMED THE ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE HAS SINCE RECURRED 5 TIMES. AFTER EACH FAILURE, THE ...

Nov 18, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING I HEARD A WEIRD SOUND AND AFTER I CROSSED TRAIN RAILS THE REAR AXEL GOT FRACTURE. *TR

Nov 18, 2010 Suspension 140,000 mi

WHILE I WAS DRIVING I HEARD A WEIRD SOUND AND AFTER I CROSSED TRAIN RAILS THE REAR AXEL GOT FRACTURE. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Structure 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME DEFECT. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Equipment 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME DEFECT. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Structure 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME DEFECT. *TR

Nov 16, 2010 Equipment 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SUBFRAME DEFECT. *TR

Nov 14, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages

WE BOUGHT OUR 2003 WINDSTAR IN AUGUST OF 2006 USED FROM A CAR LOT. IN THE SPRING OF 2008 THE LOCKS ON THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK ON THEIR OWN. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF WE ARE PARKED OR DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN YOU HEAR THIS AWFUL SOUND. SHORTLY AFTER THAT I NOTICED L...

Nov 14, 2010 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Nov 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Nov 14, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages

WE BOUGHT OUR 2003 WINDSTAR IN AUGUST OF 2006 USED FROM A CAR LOT. IN THE SPRING OF 2008 THE LOCKS ON THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR WILL LOCK AND UNLOCK ON THEIR OWN. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF WE ARE PARKED OR DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL OF A SUDDEN YOU HEAR THIS AWFUL SOUND. SHORTLY AFTER THAT I NOTICED L...

Nov 14, 2010 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Nov 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON. *TR

Nov 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEATHER. THIS TELLS ME THE ABS WOULD NOT WORK IN EMERGENCY SITUATION. *TR

Nov 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC THAT WHEN THIS HAPPENS I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES AND MY BRAKING DISTANCE WOULD BE SUDDENLY INCREASED WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON. THEY COME ON INTERMITTENTLY DURING THE COURSE OF DRIVING THE VAN. *TR

Nov 12, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

THERE IS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND THE VAN RUNS ROUGH AND ALMOST STOPS RUNNING. THERE IS AN ERROR CODE P0171 AND P0174. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP FOR THE AXEL RECALL, IT WAS NOTED THAT THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION, TOO. IT SEEMS LIKE THESE ARE ALL DEFECTS THAT FORD ...

Nov 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEATHER. THIS TELLS ME THE ABS WOULD NOT WORK IN EMERGENCY SITUATION. *TR

Nov 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR. I WAS TOLD BY THE MECHANIC THAT WHEN THIS HAPPENS I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES AND MY BRAKING DISTANCE WOULD BE SUDDENLY INCREASED WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE ON. THEY COME ON INTERMITTENTLY DURING THE COURSE OF DRIVING THE VAN. *TR

Nov 12, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

THERE IS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND THE VAN RUNS ROUGH AND ALMOST STOPS RUNNING. THERE IS AN ERROR CODE P0171 AND P0174. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP FOR THE AXEL RECALL, IT WAS NOTED THAT THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION, TOO. IT SEEMS LIKE THESE ARE ALL DEFECTS THAT FORD ...

Nov 10, 2010 Parking Brake 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 10, 2010 Power Train 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 10, 2010 Parking Brake 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 10, 2010 Power Train 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 175,000 mi

JUST ANOTHER DAY OF DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON THE BUMPY ROAD. WHEN I FINALLY PASS THE CONSTRUCTION AREA TO THE NEWLY PAVED ROAD TO COME TO A STOP AT THE LIGHT, CAR STARTED TO SKID LOCKED UP THE FRONT WHEEL. WHOLE VAN SHACK. THEN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS A LIFE OR DEATH EXPERIENCE FO...

Nov 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED. THERE WAS AN INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND STAY ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE UNIT WAS REPLACED AND THE REPLACED UNIT FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 88,000 MILES. THERE APPEARS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE ABS C...

Nov 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED. THERE WAS AN INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND STAY ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE UNIT WAS REPLACED AND THE REPLACED UNIT FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 88,000 MILES. THERE APPEARS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE ABS C...

Nov 8, 2010 Power Train 88,757 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE READY TO BREAK. FORD SAYS IT IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL EVEN TOUGH OUR DEALER DOCUMENTED THE PROBLEM. *TR

Nov 8, 2010 Structure 88,144 mi

MOUNTING BRACKET FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ON THE SUBFRAME RUSTED AND BROKE, MAKING TIRE CHANGE DIRECTION WHILE MY WIFE WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY. THE AXLE SLID OUT. SUBFRAME HAS TO BE REPLACED. DEALERSHIP QUOTED ABOUT $1500 TO REPAIR. REAR AXLE IS INVOLVE IN RECALL. I BELIEVE THIS SHOULD A...

Nov 8, 2010 Power Train 88,757 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE READY TO BREAK. FORD SAYS IT IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL EVEN TOUGH OUR DEALER DOCUMENTED THE PROBLEM. *TR

Nov 8, 2010 Structure 88,144 mi

MOUNTING BRACKET FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARM ON THE SUBFRAME RUSTED AND BROKE, MAKING TIRE CHANGE DIRECTION WHILE MY WIFE WAS PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY. THE AXLE SLID OUT. SUBFRAME HAS TO BE REPLACED. DEALERSHIP QUOTED ABOUT $1500 TO REPAIR. REAR AXLE IS INVOLVE IN RECALL. I BELIEVE THIS SHOULD A...

Nov 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 122,043 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON DUE TO FAULTY ABS ECM. REPLACED THE ABS ECM. *TR

Nov 7, 2010 Electrical System 122,043 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON DUE TO FAULTY ABS ECM. REPLACED THE ABS ECM. *TR

Nov 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 122,043 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON DUE TO FAULTY ABS ECM. REPLACED THE ABS ECM. *TR

Nov 7, 2010 Electrical System 122,043 mi

ABS BRAKE LIGHT IS ON DUE TO FAULTY ABS ECM. REPLACED THE ABS ECM. *TR

Nov 5, 2010 Air Bags 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MPH, THE FRONT AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED DAMAGING THE DRIVER SEAT. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY IN MARCH 2009, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPL...

Nov 5, 2010 Air Bags 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55-60 MPH, THE FRONT AIR BAG SUDDENLY DEPLOYED DAMAGING THE DRIVER SEAT. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A MINOR INJURY IN MARCH 2009, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPL...

Nov 4, 2010 Power Train 105,000 mi

PREMATURE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. 105000 MILES. FLUID REPLACED AT RECOMMENDED 60K INTERVAL. NO INDICATION OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. VAN WAS PARKED, STARTED AND WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. *TR

Nov 4, 2010 Power Train 105,000 mi

PREMATURE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. 105000 MILES. FLUID REPLACED AT RECOMMENDED 60K INTERVAL. NO INDICATION OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. VAN WAS PARKED, STARTED AND WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. *TR

Nov 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

SYSTEM FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, HEATER/AIRCONDITIONER AFTER LOOKING UP ONLINE WHAT CAUSED MY SYSTEMS TO FAIL, I WENT TO SINCLAIR TO PURCHASE THE PART. I WAS TOLD BY PARTS MNGR THAT IT WAS ON RE-CALL FOR THAT AND I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT FIXED BY THEIR SERVICE DEPT. THEY CONFIRM...

Nov 3, 2010 Electrical System

SYSTEM FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, HEATER/AIRCONDITIONER AFTER LOOKING UP ONLINE WHAT CAUSED MY SYSTEMS TO FAIL, I WENT TO SINCLAIR TO PURCHASE THE PART. I WAS TOLD BY PARTS MNGR THAT IT WAS ON RE-CALL FOR THAT AND I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT FIXED BY THEIR SERVICE DEPT. THEY CONFIRM...

Nov 3, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

SYSTEM FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, HEATER/AIRCONDITIONER AFTER LOOKING UP ONLINE WHAT CAUSED MY SYSTEMS TO FAIL, I WENT TO SINCLAIR TO PURCHASE THE PART. I WAS TOLD BY PARTS MNGR THAT IT WAS ON RE-CALL FOR THAT AND I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT FIXED BY THEIR SERVICE DEPT. THEY CONFIRM...

Nov 3, 2010 Electrical System

SYSTEM FAILURE, SPEED CONTROL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, HEATER/AIRCONDITIONER AFTER LOOKING UP ONLINE WHAT CAUSED MY SYSTEMS TO FAIL, I WENT TO SINCLAIR TO PURCHASE THE PART. I WAS TOLD BY PARTS MNGR THAT IT WAS ON RE-CALL FOR THAT AND I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE IT FIXED BY THEIR SERVICE DEPT. THEY CONFIRM...

Oct 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,572 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAVE BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY (ALWAYS TOGETHER) FOR THE LAST WEEK. THE LATEST EVENT OCCURRED AFTER TURNING THE VAN OFF FOR A MINUTE OR SO AND RESTARTING. THE LIGHTS WERE OFF (NORMAL) PRIOR TO THE RESTART FOR THE DURATION OF...

Oct 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,572 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAVE BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY (ALWAYS TOGETHER) FOR THE LAST WEEK. THE LATEST EVENT OCCURRED AFTER TURNING THE VAN OFF FOR A MINUTE OR SO AND RESTARTING. THE LIGHTS WERE OFF (NORMAL) PRIOR TO THE RESTART FOR THE DURATION OF...

Oct 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT COMPUTER SENSOR MAY HAVE BEEN THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIR...

Oct 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT COMPUTER SENSOR MAY HAVE BEEN THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIR...

Oct 27, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH WOULD SPORADICALLY SWITCH ON AND OFF. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM LIGHT WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY ILLUMINATE AND GIVE A FALSE READING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER WAS CALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING...

Oct 27, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH WOULD SPORADICALLY SWITCH ON AND OFF. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM LIGHT WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY ILLUMINATE AND GIVE A FALSE READING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER WAS CALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING...

Oct 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 120,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF. ASKED FORD DEALER ABOUT RECALL OF SDCS SWITCH AND ABS LIGHT AND WAS TOLD THAT MY VAN WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST SO IT WOULD COST TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT. I AM SINGLE MOTHER OF 4 KIDS. I HAVE LOOK...

Oct 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 120,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. INTERIOR LIGHTS BLINK ON AND OFF. ASKED FORD DEALER ABOUT RECALL OF SDCS SWITCH AND ABS LIGHT AND WAS TOLD THAT MY VAN WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST SO IT WOULD COST TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT. I AM SINGLE MOTHER OF 4 KIDS. I HAVE LOOK...

Oct 25, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION ASSOCIATED WITH THE REAR AXLE UNDER THE MANUFACTURER VOLUNTARY RECALL NUMBER 10S13. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 2011. THE CONTACT WAS DI...

Oct 25, 2010 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION ASSOCIATED WITH THE REAR AXLE UNDER THE MANUFACTURER VOLUNTARY RECALL NUMBER 10S13. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 2011. THE CONTACT WAS DI...

Oct 22, 2010 Power Train 70,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND THE TRANSMISSION PUMP. EIGHT MONTHS LATER, THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE S...

Oct 22, 2010 Structure

FORD VEHICLES SHOULD NOT ONLY BE RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE RUST. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A RECALL FOR RUST THAT CONSTANTLY OCCURS AROUND THE REAR WHEEL WELL PANELS. THE RUST APPEARS TO START FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR SIDE PANEL ON THE WINDSTAR. IT SEEMS LIKE THIS IS OCCURRING ALONG WITH THE REAR AXLE RU...

Oct 22, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages

FORD VEHICLES SHOULD NOT ONLY BE RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE RUST. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A RECALL FOR RUST THAT CONSTANTLY OCCURS AROUND THE REAR WHEEL WELL PANELS. THE RUST APPEARS TO START FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR SIDE PANEL ON THE WINDSTAR. IT SEEMS LIKE THIS IS OCCURRING ALONG WITH THE REAR AXLE RU...

Oct 22, 2010 Power Train 70,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED EDITION. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER AND THE TRANSMISSION PUMP. EIGHT MONTHS LATER, THE SAME FAILURE OCCURRED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE S...

Oct 22, 2010 Structure

FORD VEHICLES SHOULD NOT ONLY BE RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE RUST. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A RECALL FOR RUST THAT CONSTANTLY OCCURS AROUND THE REAR WHEEL WELL PANELS. THE RUST APPEARS TO START FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR SIDE PANEL ON THE WINDSTAR. IT SEEMS LIKE THIS IS OCCURRING ALONG WITH THE REAR AXLE RU...

Oct 22, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages

FORD VEHICLES SHOULD NOT ONLY BE RECALLED FOR REAR AXLE RUST. THERE SHOULD ALSO BE A RECALL FOR RUST THAT CONSTANTLY OCCURS AROUND THE REAR WHEEL WELL PANELS. THE RUST APPEARS TO START FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR SIDE PANEL ON THE WINDSTAR. IT SEEMS LIKE THIS IS OCCURRING ALONG WITH THE REAR AXLE RU...

Oct 21, 2010 Suspension 100,440 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS BROUGHT IN TO DEALER FOR HEAT PROBLEM AND VEHICLE WAS DETAINED DUE TO RECALL. DID NOT GET ANY INFORMATION VIA MAIL REGARDING THIS RECALL. *TR

Oct 21, 2010 Suspension 100,440 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS BROUGHT IN TO DEALER FOR HEAT PROBLEM AND VEHICLE WAS DETAINED DUE TO RECALL. DID NOT GET ANY INFORMATION VIA MAIL REGARDING THIS RECALL. *TR

Oct 20, 2010 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A FEW YEARS AGO, SHE NOTICED A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE CRACK HAD PROGRESSED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT LONGER ABLE TO BE DRIVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED...

Oct 20, 2010 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A FEW YEARS AGO, SHE NOTICED A CRACK IN THE REAR AXLE. THE CRACK HAD PROGRESSED AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT LONGER ABLE TO BE DRIVE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 10V385000 (SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,100 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS IN THE DASH COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. MY WINDSTAR WAS WORKED ON LAST YEAR (RECALL) TO CORRECT POTENTIAL FIRE PROBLEM WITH THE ECU MODULE. THESE LIGHTS STARTED COMING ON A COUPLE MONTHS AFTER THAT. I HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED AND REPLACED THE FRONT PA...

Oct 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Power Train

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Suspension

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,100 mi

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS IN THE DASH COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. MY WINDSTAR WAS WORKED ON LAST YEAR (RECALL) TO CORRECT POTENTIAL FIRE PROBLEM WITH THE ECU MODULE. THESE LIGHTS STARTED COMING ON A COUPLE MONTHS AFTER THAT. I HAD THE BRAKES CHECKED AND REPLACED THE FRONT PA...

Oct 19, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Power Train

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 19, 2010 Suspension

SIT DOWN, GET A COFFEE, BECAUSE YOU WILL BE READING A BOOK. I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WITH 20,000 MILES, IN 2005. I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT MAJOR PROBLEMS. IN 12/2008 WITH 87,205 MILES THE TRANSMISSION WENT,THAT WAS 2013.00 , THEN IN 3-2009 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, HAD TO REPLACE GASKETS, THAT COST 5...

Oct 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,545 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Oct 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

EVERY TIME I DRIVE MY VAN, AND THE TEMPERATURE IS OVER 75 DEGREES OUTSIDE THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY DASH COME ON, AND STAY ON. *TR

Oct 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 127,545 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Oct 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

EVERY TIME I DRIVE MY VAN, AND THE TEMPERATURE IS OVER 75 DEGREES OUTSIDE THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY DASH COME ON, AND STAY ON. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME IM OUT DRIVING. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND NEEDS THE ATTENTION OF THE GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER BEFORE WE START LOSING FAMILIES. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Parking Brake 125,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME IM OUT DRIVING. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND NEEDS THE ATTENTION OF THE GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER BEFORE WE START LOSING FAMILIES. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME IM OUT DRIVING. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND NEEDS THE ATTENTION OF THE GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER BEFORE WE START LOSING FAMILIES. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Parking Brake 125,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME IM OUT DRIVING. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND NEEDS THE ATTENTION OF THE GOVERNMENT TO RESOLVE THIS MATTER BEFORE WE START LOSING FAMILIES. *TR

Oct 13, 2010 Structure 86,744 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF WHILE DRIVING ON AUGUST 30, 2010. *TR

Oct 13, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILU...

Oct 13, 2010 Structure 75,537 mi

OUR FORD WINDSTAR VAN THAT WAS MANUFACTURED IN MAY 2003 WAS MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR. WHEN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES AND HAD RUST/CORROSION HOLES IN IT. THEY SAID WE COULD NOT DRIVE IT BECAUSE IT WAS UNSAFE AND THEY COULD NOT GET A REPLACEM...

Oct 13, 2010 Air Bags 107,001 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED ON SMOOTH ROADWAY AT ABOUT 50 MPH WHEN THE DRIVERSIDE SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. NO INJURIES EXCEPT FOR A RUG BURN ON MY LEFT SHOULDER. DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COMPUTER SHOWED A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION BUT THERE WAS NO COLLISION. I WAS TOLD THE C...

Oct 13, 2010 Structure 86,744 mi

REAR AXLE BROKE IN HALF WHILE DRIVING ON AUGUST 30, 2010. *TR

Oct 13, 2010 Power Train 84,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT AND FAILU...

Oct 13, 2010 Structure 75,537 mi

OUR FORD WINDSTAR VAN THAT WAS MANUFACTURED IN MAY 2003 WAS MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR. WHEN WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES AND HAD RUST/CORROSION HOLES IN IT. THEY SAID WE COULD NOT DRIVE IT BECAUSE IT WAS UNSAFE AND THEY COULD NOT GET A REPLACEM...

Oct 13, 2010 Air Bags 107,001 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED ON SMOOTH ROADWAY AT ABOUT 50 MPH WHEN THE DRIVERSIDE SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. NO INJURIES EXCEPT FOR A RUG BURN ON MY LEFT SHOULDER. DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COMPUTER SHOWED A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION BUT THERE WAS NO COLLISION. I WAS TOLD THE C...

Oct 12, 2010 Suspension 75,537 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A RACK IN THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE OF THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER W...

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 12, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 12, 2010 Suspension 75,537 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A RACK IN THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE OF THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER W...

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 12, 2010 Structure 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 12, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 94,000 ON IT. BOUGHT IT SECOND OWNER WITH 18,000 MILES ONLY ON IT AND A 75,000 MILE WARRANTY. MY ENTIRE FRAME IS RUSTING FROM THE DOOR PANELS TO THE UNDER FRAME, SUPPORTS. HECK I HAVE A HOLE THAT DEVELOPED THE SIZE OF MY FIST IN THE SIDE FRAME NEAR THE PASSENGER SLID...

Oct 7, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 55,000 mi

MY 2003 WINDSTAR'S ABS & BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER SCANNED ABS SYSTEM, FOUND (1)CODE C1185 RELAY IN ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILED, AND ASKED $1220 TO FIX IT. *TR

Oct 7, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 55,000 mi

MY 2003 WINDSTAR'S ABS & BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. A LOCAL FORD DEALER SCANNED ABS SYSTEM, FOUND (1)CODE C1185 RELAY IN ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE FAILED, AND ASKED $1220 TO FIX IT. *TR

Oct 4, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT RESPOND WHEN THE ACCELERATE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED UNTIL AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED IN OPERATION WITH THE REPEATED FA...

Oct 4, 2010 Power Train 102,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT RESPOND WHEN THE ACCELERATE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED UNTIL AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN RPMS. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED IN OPERATION WITH THE REPEATED FA...

Oct 2, 2010 Power Train 103,403 mi

SPOUSE WAS DRIVING HER 2003, FORD WINDSTAR SE, GOING UP AN ON-RAMP TO A MAJOR HIGH WAY, WHEN THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE REVERED HIGH, SLIPPING OUT OF DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AFTERWARDS. DRIVE AND OR REVERSE DOESN'T WORK ON THE VAN. VEHICLE HAS ALL THE POWER, BUT ONCE PUT IN DRIVE / REVERSE ...

Oct 2, 2010 Power Train 103,403 mi

SPOUSE WAS DRIVING HER 2003, FORD WINDSTAR SE, GOING UP AN ON-RAMP TO A MAJOR HIGH WAY, WHEN THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE REVERED HIGH, SLIPPING OUT OF DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AFTERWARDS. DRIVE AND OR REVERSE DOESN'T WORK ON THE VAN. VEHICLE HAS ALL THE POWER, BUT ONCE PUT IN DRIVE / REVERSE ...

Sep 29, 2010 Electrical System 87,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN GOING DOWN ROAD. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKES AND THIS STILL HAPPENS, THE MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS A FLUID LEAK AROUND THE ABS CONNECTOR SYSTEM??. DOOR OPEN LIGHT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW DOORS TO LOCK PROPERLY. *TR

Sep 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN GOING DOWN ROAD. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKES AND THIS STILL HAPPENS, THE MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS A FLUID LEAK AROUND THE ABS CONNECTOR SYSTEM??. DOOR OPEN LIGHT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW DOORS TO LOCK PROPERLY. *TR

Sep 29, 2010 Suspension 27,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INOPERATIVE AND UNABLE TO BE USED BECAUSE THE CRACK WAS FIVE INCHES AROUN...

Sep 29, 2010 Electrical System 87,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN GOING DOWN ROAD. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKES AND THIS STILL HAPPENS, THE MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS A FLUID LEAK AROUND THE ABS CONNECTOR SYSTEM??. DOOR OPEN LIGHT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW DOORS TO LOCK PROPERLY. *TR

Sep 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN GOING DOWN ROAD. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKES AND THIS STILL HAPPENS, THE MECHANIC SAYS THERE IS A FLUID LEAK AROUND THE ABS CONNECTOR SYSTEM??. DOOR OPEN LIGHT STAYS ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW DOORS TO LOCK PROPERLY. *TR

Sep 29, 2010 Suspension 27,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS CRACKING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED AT THE TIME OF THE COMPLAINT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INOPERATIVE AND UNABLE TO BE USED BECAUSE THE CRACK WAS FIVE INCHES AROUN...

Sep 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 28, 2010 Electrical System 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 28, 2010 Electrical System 90,252 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE WAITED A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE STALLED AND TURNED IT BACK ON, IT WOULD PERFORM CORRECTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL RE...

Sep 27, 2010 Parking Brake 180,900 mi

OWNER OF 03 FORD WINDSTAR. PROBLEM NOTICE ON THE 2ND DAY OF OWNING THE CAR BACK IN JULY 2010. AFTER PARKED THE CAR ON DRIVEWAY, NOTICED THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON. SOON AFTER, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TOTAL SERVICE OF OIL, COOLANT, BRAKE, TRANNY FLUID CHANGE. AND HAD THE ABS LIGH...

Sep 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 180,900 mi

OWNER OF 03 FORD WINDSTAR. PROBLEM NOTICE ON THE 2ND DAY OF OWNING THE CAR BACK IN JULY 2010. AFTER PARKED THE CAR ON DRIVEWAY, NOTICED THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON. SOON AFTER, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TOTAL SERVICE OF OIL, COOLANT, BRAKE, TRANNY FLUID CHANGE. AND HAD THE ABS LIGH...

Sep 27, 2010 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. VAN IS STILL DRIVABLE, BUT IT HAS A VERY NOTICEABLE JERK WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Air Bags Crash

THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WAS HIT ON BOTH SIDES AND THE FRONT END WAS DAMAGED, THERE IS NO BUMPER, 90% OF THE FRONT END IS GONE. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Parking Brake 180,900 mi

OWNER OF 03 FORD WINDSTAR. PROBLEM NOTICE ON THE 2ND DAY OF OWNING THE CAR BACK IN JULY 2010. AFTER PARKED THE CAR ON DRIVEWAY, NOTICED THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON. SOON AFTER, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TOTAL SERVICE OF OIL, COOLANT, BRAKE, TRANNY FLUID CHANGE. AND HAD THE ABS LIGH...

Sep 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 180,900 mi

OWNER OF 03 FORD WINDSTAR. PROBLEM NOTICE ON THE 2ND DAY OF OWNING THE CAR BACK IN JULY 2010. AFTER PARKED THE CAR ON DRIVEWAY, NOTICED THE PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON. SOON AFTER, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK THE CAR IN FOR A TOTAL SERVICE OF OIL, COOLANT, BRAKE, TRANNY FLUID CHANGE. AND HAD THE ABS LIGH...

Sep 27, 2010 Power Train 150,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. VAN IS STILL DRIVABLE, BUT IT HAS A VERY NOTICEABLE JERK WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. *TR

Sep 27, 2010 Air Bags Crash

THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WAS HIT ON BOTH SIDES AND THE FRONT END WAS DAMAGED, THERE IS NO BUMPER, 90% OF THE FRONT END IS GONE. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Electrical System

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON VERY OFTEN. (FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW) THE ELECTRICAL LIGHTS BLINK ON & OFF ALOT. (STARTED AROUND 2005). WORRIED IF THERE WILL BE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE APPROXIMATE INCIDENT DATE GOES BACK YEARS, SO I JUST PUT IN TODAY'S DATE. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON VERY OFTEN. (FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW) THE ELECTRICAL LIGHTS BLINK ON & OFF ALOT. (STARTED AROUND 2005). WORRIED IF THERE WILL BE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE APPROXIMATE INCIDENT DATE GOES BACK YEARS, SO I JUST PUT IN TODAY'S DATE. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Electrical System

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON VERY OFTEN. (FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW) THE ELECTRICAL LIGHTS BLINK ON & OFF ALOT. (STARTED AROUND 2005). WORRIED IF THERE WILL BE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE APPROXIMATE INCIDENT DATE GOES BACK YEARS, SO I JUST PUT IN TODAY'S DATE. *TR

Sep 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON VERY OFTEN. (FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW) THE ELECTRICAL LIGHTS BLINK ON & OFF ALOT. (STARTED AROUND 2005). WORRIED IF THERE WILL BE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE APPROXIMATE INCIDENT DATE GOES BACK YEARS, SO I JUST PUT IN TODAY'S DATE. *TR

Sep 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR INTERMITTENT ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT. BOTH LIGHTS WILL TURN ON WHILE NORMAL DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENS DURING SUMMER MONTHS. DIFFERENT WHEEL SENSOR FAILURE CODES DISPLAYED. *TR

Sep 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR INTERMITTENT ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT. BOTH LIGHTS WILL TURN ON WHILE NORMAL DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENS DURING SUMMER MONTHS. DIFFERENT WHEEL SENSOR FAILURE CODES DISPLAYED. *TR

Sep 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

I HAD ALL FOUR TIRES REPLACED & 1/2 HR. AFTER, WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. AFTER THAT THE LIGHTS CAME ON SPORADICALLY. THE MORE OFTEN I DROVE, THE MORE OFTEN THEY CAME ON BUT WOULD NOT ALWAYS STAY ON. SOMETIMES THEY DIDN'T COME ON AT ALL - OTHER TIMES THEY WOULD COME ON & OFF 2...

Sep 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

I HAD ALL FOUR TIRES REPLACED & 1/2 HR. AFTER, WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. AFTER THAT THE LIGHTS CAME ON SPORADICALLY. THE MORE OFTEN I DROVE, THE MORE OFTEN THEY CAME ON BUT WOULD NOT ALWAYS STAY ON. SOMETIMES THEY DIDN'T COME ON AT ALL - OTHER TIMES THEY WOULD COME ON & OFF 2...

Sep 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THEY WILL NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE CRUISE CONTROL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND A REPORT WAS TAKEN....

Sep 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,258 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CUTS OFF GOING DOWN THE ROAD , 30MPH TO WHAT EVER YOU ARE RUNNING DON;T CARE. YOU HAVE TO STOP AND COAST OFF THE ROAD BEST YOU CAN PUT IT IN PARK START IT UP AGAIN AND THEN GO ON, MAY DO IT AGAIN OR AGAIN IN A DAY OR SO THIS NEEDS TO BE PLACED ON A RECALL, EVERYONE I TALK TO 6...

Sep 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. I BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIR AND THEY REPLACED BOTH FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. THE WARNING LIGHTS STILL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Sep 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 120,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THEY WILL NOT REPAIR THE FAILURE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE CRUISE CONTROL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND A REPORT WAS TAKEN....

Sep 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,258 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CUTS OFF GOING DOWN THE ROAD , 30MPH TO WHAT EVER YOU ARE RUNNING DON;T CARE. YOU HAVE TO STOP AND COAST OFF THE ROAD BEST YOU CAN PUT IT IN PARK START IT UP AGAIN AND THEN GO ON, MAY DO IT AGAIN OR AGAIN IN A DAY OR SO THIS NEEDS TO BE PLACED ON A RECALL, EVERYONE I TALK TO 6...

Sep 22, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. I BROUGHT IT IN FOR REPAIR AND THEY REPLACED BOTH FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSORS. THE WARNING LIGHTS STILL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Sep 18, 2010 Suspension 99,348 mi

I HAVE A CRACKED REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IT FALLS JUST OUTSIDE THE DATES FOR THE CURRENT RECALL ON WINDSTARS WITH CRACKED/BROKEN AXLES, AND FORD REFUSES TO HELP ME. *TR

Sep 18, 2010 Suspension 99,348 mi

I HAVE A CRACKED REAR AXLE ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IT FALLS JUST OUTSIDE THE DATES FOR THE CURRENT RECALL ON WINDSTARS WITH CRACKED/BROKEN AXLES, AND FORD REFUSES TO HELP ME. *TR

Sep 17, 2010 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System 150,000 mi

ABS WILL SOMETIMES FAIL. DASH LIGHTS COME ON AND "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" ALARM. TURN VAN OFF THEN ON AGAIN AND WILL CLEAR. PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE INTERMITTENT. MECHANIC CHECKED AND IT IS THE ABS UNIT ALARM C1185. ALSO MY SPEEDOMETER SOMETIMES DOES NOT READ CORRECT SPEED. HAD RECALL 09S09 COMPLETED ...

Sep 17, 2010 Structure

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Suspension

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE SIDE DOORS HAVE NOT WORKED RIGHT FROM THE TIME WE BOUGHT THIS VAN. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SAID IT'S CONTACTS ARE DIRTY. STILL DIDN'T FIX DOORS THEY DON'T WORK RIGHT TO THIS DAY NOW THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! THE REAR AXEL ARE CRACKING AND RECALLED. THE WINDSTAR S...

Sep 17, 2010 Electrical System 150,000 mi

ABS WILL SOMETIMES FAIL. DASH LIGHTS COME ON AND "CHECK TRACTION CONTROL" ALARM. TURN VAN OFF THEN ON AGAIN AND WILL CLEAR. PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE INTERMITTENT. MECHANIC CHECKED AND IT IS THE ABS UNIT ALARM C1185. ALSO MY SPEEDOMETER SOMETIMES DOES NOT READ CORRECT SPEED. HAD RECALL 09S09 COMPLETED ...

Sep 14, 2010 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (POWER TRAIN: AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE DEALER LATER ADVI...

Sep 14, 2010 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V385000 (POWER TRAIN: AXLE ASSEMBLY). THE DEALER LATER ADVI...

Sep 13, 2010 Power Train 78,714 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 2 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A TURN WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD, UNUSUAL POP. THE VEHICLE THEN CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP WITHOUT STALLING. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS ADV...

Sep 13, 2010 Power Train 78,714 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 2 MPH AND ATTEMPTING A TURN WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD, UNUSUAL POP. THE VEHICLE THEN CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP WITHOUT STALLING. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS ADV...

Sep 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ARE FREQUENTLY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE BRAKES ARE MECHANICALLY IN EXCELLENT SHAPE. I AM THINKING THAT THE ABS CONTROLLER'S CIRCUIT BOARD HAS A COLD SOLDER CONNECTION. *TR

Sep 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 125,000 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ARE FREQUENTLY ON, EVEN THOUGH THE BRAKES ARE MECHANICALLY IN EXCELLENT SHAPE. I AM THINKING THAT THE ABS CONTROLLER'S CIRCUIT BOARD HAS A COLD SOLDER CONNECTION. *TR

Sep 8, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR W...

Sep 8, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR W...

Sep 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.

Sep 7, 2010 Power Train 56,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR' TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING. CAR ONLY HAS 56,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Sep 7, 2010 Electrical System 65,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF WITH WEATHER CHANGE FOR A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LOOKS TO BE THE SAME ISSUES THAT EVERYONE ELSE IS HAVING. WILL STOPPING MY CAR WITHIN THE REQUIRED DESIGN DISTANCE BE AFFECTED IF ABS IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY DUE TO THE SODER ON THE BOARD BREAKING DOWN. *TR

Sep 7, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.

Sep 7, 2010 Power Train 56,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR' TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING. CAR ONLY HAS 56,000 MILES ON IT. *TR

Sep 7, 2010 Electrical System 65,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF WITH WEATHER CHANGE FOR A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, LOOKS TO BE THE SAME ISSUES THAT EVERYONE ELSE IS HAVING. WILL STOPPING MY CAR WITHIN THE REQUIRED DESIGN DISTANCE BE AFFECTED IF ABS IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY DUE TO THE SODER ON THE BOARD BREAKING DOWN. *TR

Sep 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 6, 2010 Parking Brake 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 6, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 6, 2010 Parking Brake 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 6, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 83,000 mi

RANDOMLY, BUT WITH INCREASING REGULARITY, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND STAY LIT. ONLY WAY TO "CORRECT" ISSUE IS TO TURN OFF VEHICLE FOR A PERIOD OF TIME(MORE THAN 10 MINUTES) AND THEN START UP AGAIN. NO "NOTICEABLE" EFFECTS OCCUR WHEN LIGHTS COME ON, BUT I HAVEN'T HAD TO "US...

Sep 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 111,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. (RED LIGHT) *TR

Sep 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 111,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. (RED LIGHT) *TR

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL THAT HAS 86,700 MILES ON IT AND FOR THE LAST 18 MONTHS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING ABOUT A MILE. I'M NOT SURE IF THIS COMPROMISES THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BECAUSE MY MOTHER-IN LAW'S 2002 ...

Sep 3, 2010 Electrical System 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL THAT HAS 86,700 MILES ON IT AND FOR THE LAST 18 MONTHS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING ABOUT A MILE. I'M NOT SURE IF THIS COMPROMISES THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BECAUSE MY MOTHER-IN LAW'S 2002 ...

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 176,234 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEP COMING ON EACH DAY AS I DRIVE. WHEN I TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND TURN THE VAN BACK ON THE ABS AND BRAKE LITE IS OUT. I CAN BE DRIVING AND NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LITE COME ON FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY ADVISE ME TO KEEP DRIVING I...

Sep 3, 2010 Suspension 106,000 mi

MY DAUGHTER OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. AFTER HEARING ABOUT THE RECALL OF THESE VEHICLE, WE LOOKED AT HER REAR AXLE AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK. WHEN WE BROUGHT IT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER IN HANOVER MASSACHUSETTS WE WERE TOLD THE VIN # FOR HER VAN WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST. WHEN WE TOLD THEM ...

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL THAT HAS 86,700 MILES ON IT AND FOR THE LAST 18 MONTHS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING ABOUT A MILE. I'M NOT SURE IF THIS COMPROMISES THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BECAUSE MY MOTHER-IN LAW'S 2002 ...

Sep 3, 2010 Electrical System 73,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL THAT HAS 86,700 MILES ON IT AND FOR THE LAST 18 MONTHS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME AFTER DRIVING ABOUT A MILE. I'M NOT SURE IF THIS COMPROMISES THE SAFETY OF THE VEHICLE. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BECAUSE MY MOTHER-IN LAW'S 2002 ...

Sep 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 176,234 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT KEP COMING ON EACH DAY AS I DRIVE. WHEN I TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND TURN THE VAN BACK ON THE ABS AND BRAKE LITE IS OUT. I CAN BE DRIVING AND NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LITE COME ON FOR NO REASON. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE SHOP AND THEY ADVISE ME TO KEEP DRIVING I...

Sep 3, 2010 Suspension 106,000 mi

MY DAUGHTER OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR MINIVAN. AFTER HEARING ABOUT THE RECALL OF THESE VEHICLE, WE LOOKED AT HER REAR AXLE AND NOTICED A LARGE CRACK. WHEN WE BROUGHT IT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER IN HANOVER MASSACHUSETTS WE WERE TOLD THE VIN # FOR HER VAN WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST. WHEN WE TOLD THEM ...

Sep 2, 2010 Suspension 156,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STRUTS ON THE FRONT RIGHT END OF THE VEHICLE WERE COVERED WITH RUST AND CAUSED THE RIGHT FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE TO COLLAPSE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY; THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE...

Sep 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEMS ABS MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON AND THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT IT CAUSED THE FAILURE TO OCCUR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE ...

Sep 2, 2010 Suspension 156,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STRUTS ON THE FRONT RIGHT END OF THE VEHICLE WERE COVERED WITH RUST AND CAUSED THE RIGHT FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE TO COLLAPSE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY; THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE...

Sep 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEMS ABS MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON AND THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT IT CAUSED THE FAILURE TO OCCUR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED WHEN THE COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE ...

Sep 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Electrical System 117,000 mi

ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE ABS LIGHT AND E-BRAKE LIGHT ON THE CONSOLE WOULD COME ON SPORADICALLY, STAY ON FOR A WHILE, AND THEN TURN OFF. THIS OCCURRED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS STARTING LAST WINTER. ABOUT A MONTH AGO THEY WENT ON AND HAVE NOT GONE OFF. THE SPORADIC COMING ON OF THE LIGHTS SEEMED TO C...

Sep 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Electrical System 92,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WHILE THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. SHE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE WITH THE SPEEDOMETER WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH; HOWEVER, THE ODOMETER READ 20 MPH. THE VEHICLE WASN'T TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VE...

Sep 1, 2010 Electrical System 117,000 mi

ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE ABS LIGHT AND E-BRAKE LIGHT ON THE CONSOLE WOULD COME ON SPORADICALLY, STAY ON FOR A WHILE, AND THEN TURN OFF. THIS OCCURRED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS STARTING LAST WINTER. ABOUT A MONTH AGO THEY WENT ON AND HAVE NOT GONE OFF. THE SPORADIC COMING ON OF THE LIGHTS SEEMED TO C...

Aug 31, 2010 Suspension 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Structure 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Steering 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,473 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. AFTER HAVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SERVICED ACCORDING TO FORD RECALL 09S09 I CONTINUE TO EXPERIENCE MY DASHBOARD LIGHT FOR BOTH ABS AND BRAKES ALMOST CONTINUALLY ON WHEN THE CAR IS RUNNING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE FORD DEALER THAT THE ADDITION OF THE FUSES TO P...

Aug 31, 2010 Exterior Lighting 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Electrical System 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Suspension 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Structure 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Power Train 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Steering 208,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT SUB FRAME ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR CORRODED CAUSING THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE AND WHEEL TO PULL OUT. LOST STEERING. ALSO AXLES SHAFT PULLED FROM TRANSMISSION AND FLUID RAN OUT. FORTUNATELY AT SLOW SPEED SO NO ACCIDENT, BUT WHAT IF I WERE ON A FREEWAY RUNNING FAST? *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,473 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. AFTER HAVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SERVICED ACCORDING TO FORD RECALL 09S09 I CONTINUE TO EXPERIENCE MY DASHBOARD LIGHT FOR BOTH ABS AND BRAKES ALMOST CONTINUALLY ON WHEN THE CAR IS RUNNING. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE FORD DEALER THAT THE ADDITION OF THE FUSES TO P...

Aug 31, 2010 Exterior Lighting 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 31, 2010 Electrical System 130,220 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR'S BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS STAYING ON WITHIN 2-3 MINUTES OF CAR HEATING UP. *TR

Aug 30, 2010 Electrical System Fire 123,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE BURNED OUT ON THE VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE FUSE TO BURN OUT AS WELL. THE WIRING HARNESS BURNED AND NOW THE AIR CONDITIONER AND SPEEDOMETER HAVE FAILED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED AT THE TIME OF THE COM...

Aug 30, 2010 Electrical System Fire 123,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE BURNED OUT ON THE VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE FUSE TO BURN OUT AS WELL. THE WIRING HARNESS BURNED AND NOW THE AIR CONDITIONER AND SPEEDOMETER HAVE FAILED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED AT THE TIME OF THE COM...

Aug 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 125,000 mi

ABS SOMETIMES WORKS AND OTHER TIMES DOES NOT. AFTER BRAKE SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP, THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. RESULT IS ABS DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK . BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (BRAKE LIGHT (RED) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW). *TR

Aug 29, 2010 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ABS SOMETIMES WORKS AND OTHER TIMES DOES NOT. AFTER BRAKE SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP, THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. RESULT IS ABS DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK . BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (BRAKE LIGHT (RED) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW). *TR

Aug 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH COMING ON. WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON THE BRAKING IS HARDER THAN NORMAL AND THERE IS NO ABS. THIS HAS BEEN ON & OFF FOR ABOUT 100,000 MILES OR SO. DURING THE WARM WEATHER/SUMMER MONTHS, IT APPEARS TO BE ON MOST OF THE TIME. *TR

Aug 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 125,000 mi

ABS SOMETIMES WORKS AND OTHER TIMES DOES NOT. AFTER BRAKE SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP, THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. RESULT IS ABS DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK . BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (BRAKE LIGHT (RED) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW). *TR

Aug 29, 2010 Electrical System 125,000 mi

ABS SOMETIMES WORKS AND OTHER TIMES DOES NOT. AFTER BRAKE SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP, THEY TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. RESULT IS ABS DOES NOT ALWAYS WORK . BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (BRAKE LIGHT (RED) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW). *TR

Aug 29, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASH COMING ON. WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON THE BRAKING IS HARDER THAN NORMAL AND THERE IS NO ABS. THIS HAS BEEN ON & OFF FOR ABOUT 100,000 MILES OR SO. DURING THE WARM WEATHER/SUMMER MONTHS, IT APPEARS TO BE ON MOST OF THE TIME. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE GONE TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. THEY ONLY KEEP CHARGING ME FOR DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES. HOWEVER, I'VE RECENTLY NOTICED THAT I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO IS POSTING THIS PROBLEM ONLINE. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 89,000 mi

ABS BRAKES AND BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME BAD MODULES. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Equipment 80,000 mi

BRAKES ON 2003 WINDSTAR NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. AFTER CHANGING BRAKES AND BLEEDING LINES, ABS AND BRAKE LINE WOULD COME ON DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY AND REMAIN ON. BRAKE PEDAL WOULD EITHER BE AT ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OR HAVE VERY LITTLE PEDAL (ALMOST TO FLOOR. CHANGED MASTER CYLINDER, REBLED THE LIN...

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

BRAKES ON 2003 WINDSTAR NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. AFTER CHANGING BRAKES AND BLEEDING LINES, ABS AND BRAKE LINE WOULD COME ON DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY AND REMAIN ON. BRAKE PEDAL WOULD EITHER BE AT ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OR HAVE VERY LITTLE PEDAL (ALMOST TO FLOOR. CHANGED MASTER CYLINDER, REBLED THE LIN...

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE GONE TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. THEY ONLY KEEP CHARGING ME FOR DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES. HOWEVER, I'VE RECENTLY NOTICED THAT I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE WHO IS POSTING THIS PROBLEM ONLINE. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 89,000 mi

ABS BRAKES AND BRAKE LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME BAD MODULES. *TR

Aug 28, 2010 Equipment 80,000 mi

BRAKES ON 2003 WINDSTAR NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. AFTER CHANGING BRAKES AND BLEEDING LINES, ABS AND BRAKE LINE WOULD COME ON DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY AND REMAIN ON. BRAKE PEDAL WOULD EITHER BE AT ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OR HAVE VERY LITTLE PEDAL (ALMOST TO FLOOR. CHANGED MASTER CYLINDER, REBLED THE LIN...

Aug 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

BRAKES ON 2003 WINDSTAR NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. AFTER CHANGING BRAKES AND BLEEDING LINES, ABS AND BRAKE LINE WOULD COME ON DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY AND REMAIN ON. BRAKE PEDAL WOULD EITHER BE AT ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OR HAVE VERY LITTLE PEDAL (ALMOST TO FLOOR. CHANGED MASTER CYLINDER, REBLED THE LIN...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! *TR

Aug 27, 2010 Structure 88,000 mi

DEFECT IDENTIFIED BEFORE AN INCIDENT OCCURRED. THE DESIGN/MANUFACTURING DEFECT IS AS FOLLOWS: 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FRAME/ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED THROUGH WHERE THE FRONT SWAY BAR ATTACHES TO THE FRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. INITIALLY IDENTIFIED BY OWNER BECAUSE OF A DISTURBING BANGING SOUND O...

Aug 27, 2010 Electrical System 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Interior Lighting 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE WARNING, 2003 FORD WINDSTAR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF INDICATING AN ABS & BRAKE (SEPARATE LIGHTS FOR EACH) ISSUE. IN RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET AND WITH LOCAL MECHANIC, I'VE LEARNED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN AND COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE, MO...

Aug 27, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IN APRIL 2010 MY REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE. I PAID A SMALL FORTUNE TO TOW AND FIX THE PROBLEM. IN JULY MY FRONT AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE LEAVING ME WITH ANOTHER LARGE TOWING AND REPAIR CHARGE. AND NOW THE CAR JUST DOESN'T DRIVE NICE AND MY TRACTION AND BRAKE WARNINGS HAVE...

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IN APRIL 2010 MY REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE. I PAID A SMALL FORTUNE TO TOW AND FIX THE PROBLEM. IN JULY MY FRONT AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE LEAVING ME WITH ANOTHER LARGE TOWING AND REPAIR CHARGE. AND NOW THE CAR JUST DOESN'T DRIVE NICE AND MY TRACTION AND BRAKE WARNINGS HAVE...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON! *TR

Aug 27, 2010 Structure 88,000 mi

DEFECT IDENTIFIED BEFORE AN INCIDENT OCCURRED. THE DESIGN/MANUFACTURING DEFECT IS AS FOLLOWS: 2003 FORD WINDSTAR FRAME/ENGINE CRADLE RUSTED THROUGH WHERE THE FRONT SWAY BAR ATTACHES TO THE FRAME ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. INITIALLY IDENTIFIED BY OWNER BECAUSE OF A DISTURBING BANGING SOUND O...

Aug 27, 2010 Electrical System 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Interior Lighting 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 59,000 mi

WHERE TO START? ALMOST SEEM LIKE TO MANY PROBLEMS TO LIST. WE WILL START WITH THE CONSTANT DRAINING AND REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY. NEW BATTERY EVERY FEW MONTHS. THINKING THIS ISSUE MAY HAVE TO DO WITH THE FACT THAT THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AT RANDOM UNEXPLAINED TIMES. SOMETIMES REMAININ...

Aug 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE WARNING, 2003 FORD WINDSTAR INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS COME ON AND GO OFF INDICATING AN ABS & BRAKE (SEPARATE LIGHTS FOR EACH) ISSUE. IN RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE ON THE INTERNET AND WITH LOCAL MECHANIC, I'VE LEARNED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN AND COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE, MO...

Aug 27, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IN APRIL 2010 MY REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE. I PAID A SMALL FORTUNE TO TOW AND FIX THE PROBLEM. IN JULY MY FRONT AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE LEAVING ME WITH ANOTHER LARGE TOWING AND REPAIR CHARGE. AND NOW THE CAR JUST DOESN'T DRIVE NICE AND MY TRACTION AND BRAKE WARNINGS HAVE...

Aug 27, 2010 Suspension 115,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IN APRIL 2010 MY REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE. I PAID A SMALL FORTUNE TO TOW AND FIX THE PROBLEM. IN JULY MY FRONT AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE LEAVING ME WITH ANOTHER LARGE TOWING AND REPAIR CHARGE. AND NOW THE CAR JUST DOESN'T DRIVE NICE AND MY TRACTION AND BRAKE WARNINGS HAVE...

Aug 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT IS CONTINUALLY ON, DIAGNOSED AS ABS MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT IS CONTINUALLY ON, DIAGNOSED AS ABS MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR $58,000 MILES ABS MODULE IS BAD PER MECHANIC, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, ABS, LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHILE DRIVING. IT STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND DID IT ABOUT ONCE A WEEK. NOW THE PROBLEM OCCURS DAILY. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR $58,000 MILES ABS MODULE IS BAD PER MECHANIC, TRACK CONTROL LIGHT, ABS, LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHILE DRIVING. IT STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND DID IT ABOUT ONCE A WEEK. NOW THE PROBLEM OCCURS DAILY. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX TO FORD REPAIR SHOP. 1,825 LATER, IM READING THESE COMPLAINTS. VERY EXPENSIVE CONSIDERING I ONLY HAVE 45,000 MILES ON THE VAN. IM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE FORD COMPANY FOR NOT ADDRESSING THESE ISSUES. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX TO FORD REPAIR SHOP. 1,825 LATER, IM READING THESE COMPLAINTS. VERY EXPENSIVE CONSIDERING I ONLY HAVE 45,000 MILES ON THE VAN. IM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE FORD COMPANY FOR NOT ADDRESSING THESE ISSUES. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY- BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASES. DEALER STATES THAT THIS IS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE CIRCUIT BOARDS IN 2003 WINDSTAR. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX TO FORD REPAIR SHOP. 1,825 LATER, IM READING THESE COMPLAINTS. VERY EXPENSIVE CONSIDERING I ONLY HAVE 45,000 MILES ON THE VAN. IM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE FORD COMPANY FOR NOT ADDRESSING THESE ISSUES. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX TO FORD REPAIR SHOP. 1,825 LATER, IM READING THESE COMPLAINTS. VERY EXPENSIVE CONSIDERING I ONLY HAVE 45,000 MILES ON THE VAN. IM VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THE FORD COMPANY FOR NOT ADDRESSING THESE ISSUES. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY- BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASES. DEALER STATES THAT THIS IS A WELL KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE CIRCUIT BOARDS IN 2003 WINDSTAR. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL. *TR

Aug 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO LEAVE THE VEHICLE FOR FURTHER TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANC...

Aug 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,700 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE FORD DEALER FOR ROUTINE OIL AND FILTER MAINTENANCE AND WHILE ON THE LIFT IT WAS BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION THAT THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND BARELY INTACT. THIS CAR WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I HAD IT REPLACED AND $1,300 DOLLARS LATER. THE REPRESENTATIVE STATES THAT MY CAR IS ABO...

Aug 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 62,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO LEAVE THE VEHICLE FOR FURTHER TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANC...

Aug 18, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,700 mi

I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE FORD DEALER FOR ROUTINE OIL AND FILTER MAINTENANCE AND WHILE ON THE LIFT IT WAS BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION THAT THE REAR AXLE IS CRACKED AND BARELY INTACT. THIS CAR WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. I HAD IT REPLACED AND $1,300 DOLLARS LATER. THE REPRESENTATIVE STATES THAT MY CAR IS ABO...

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ECM FAILURE CAUSING ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. RECALL OF A RELATED SYMPTOM IN OCTOBER 2009 DID NOT FIX THIS CURRENT ISSUE. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ECM FAILURE CAUSING ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. RECALL OF A RELATED SYMPTOM IN OCTOBER 2009 DID NOT FIX THIS CURRENT ISSUE. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Traction Control System 105,180 mi

ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 105,180 mi

ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electrical System 110,000 mi

ABS LAMP AND BRAKE WARNING LAMP STAY ON. AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF DRIVING THESE LAMPS COME ON AND STAY ON. EVEN AFTER ALL BRAKES HAVE BEEN SERVICED BY FORD DEALER. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ANTI SKID FAILURE, THE ABS AND ASSOCIATED BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON WHEN WARM. DEALER CODE SAYS C1185. LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,274 mi

ON JULY 17, GAUDIN FORD CHARGED ME $169.95 TO DIAGNOSE WHY MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS ON CONSTANTLY ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR... TO THIS DAY, THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON... I NOW LEARN THIS PROBLEM CAN LEAD TO FIRE IN THE VAN AND THERE WAS A RECALL OCTOBER, 2009 BUT I WA...

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ECM FAILURE CAUSING ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. RECALL OF A RELATED SYMPTOM IN OCTOBER 2009 DID NOT FIX THIS CURRENT ISSUE. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electrical System

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ECM FAILURE CAUSING ABS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. RECALL OF A RELATED SYMPTOM IN OCTOBER 2009 DID NOT FIX THIS CURRENT ISSUE. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Traction Control System 105,180 mi

ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 105,180 mi

ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Electrical System 110,000 mi

ABS LAMP AND BRAKE WARNING LAMP STAY ON. AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF DRIVING THESE LAMPS COME ON AND STAY ON. EVEN AFTER ALL BRAKES HAVE BEEN SERVICED BY FORD DEALER. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ANTI SKID FAILURE, THE ABS AND ASSOCIATED BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON WHEN WARM. DEALER CODE SAYS C1185. LIGHTS STAY ON WHILE DRIVING. *TR

Aug 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,274 mi

ON JULY 17, GAUDIN FORD CHARGED ME $169.95 TO DIAGNOSE WHY MY ABS/BRAKE LIGHT WAS ON CONSTANTLY ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR... TO THIS DAY, THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON... I NOW LEARN THIS PROBLEM CAN LEAD TO FIRE IN THE VAN AND THERE WAS A RECALL OCTOBER, 2009 BUT I WA...

Aug 16, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ILLUMINATED AS SOON AS THE VAN IS TURNED ON. THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. I'VE TAKEN THE VAN TO THE DEALER FOR THE DOME LIGHTS AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VAN, BUT TOLD ME THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON COMPLAINT AND IT IS LIKELY THE START OF A TOTAL ELE...

Aug 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ILLUMINATED AS SOON AS THE VAN IS TURNED ON. THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. I'VE TAKEN THE VAN TO THE DEALER FOR THE DOME LIGHTS AND THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THE VAN, BUT TOLD ME THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON COMPLAINT AND IT IS LIKELY THE START OF A TOTAL ELE...

Aug 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 21,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. *TR

Aug 14, 2010 Suspension 57,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR XL WAS TAKEN INTO A FORD DEALERSHIP , THE REAR AXEL WAS CRACKED IN FOUR PLACES AND CONCERNED UNSAFE TO DRIVE. IT HAS 57,000 MILES ON IT. I AM 79 YEARS OLD . THE VAN IS GARAGED KEPT . THE VAN WAS BOUGHT FOR MY HUSBAND TO GET AROUND AS HE WAS IN WHEELCHAIR. NOW DECEASED 5 YEARS. *TR

Aug 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION. ONCE PER MONTH. MOST OFTEN IN SUMMER. NO APPARENT BRAKE OPERATION ISSUES. DTCS C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1242, C1214, C1210. VEHICLE IS UP TO DATE ON SERVICE AND RECALLS. NO SERVICE ACTION TAKEN YET FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR

Aug 14, 2010 Suspension 57,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR XL WAS TAKEN INTO A FORD DEALERSHIP , THE REAR AXEL WAS CRACKED IN FOUR PLACES AND CONCERNED UNSAFE TO DRIVE. IT HAS 57,000 MILES ON IT. I AM 79 YEARS OLD . THE VAN IS GARAGED KEPT . THE VAN WAS BOUGHT FOR MY HUSBAND TO GET AROUND AS HE WAS IN WHEELCHAIR. NOW DECEASED 5 YEARS. *TR

Aug 14, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATION. ONCE PER MONTH. MOST OFTEN IN SUMMER. NO APPARENT BRAKE OPERATION ISSUES. DTCS C1185, C1198, C1194, C1254, C1246, C1250, C1242, C1214, C1210. VEHICLE IS UP TO DATE ON SERVICE AND RECALLS. NO SERVICE ACTION TAKEN YET FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,950 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AFTER THE OTHER RECALL WAS DONE. ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE CAR HEATS UP. *TR

Aug 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,950 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED AFTER THE OTHER RECALL WAS DONE. ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AFTER THE CAR HEATS UP. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SOMETHING WHICH FORD CLAIMS THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS- ALL THEY KEPT SAYING IS YOU NEED TO PAY $ FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTS WHICH WILL PROBABLY...

Aug 12, 2010 Interior Lighting

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SOMETHING WHICH FORD CLAIMS THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS- ALL THEY KEPT SAYING IS YOU NEED TO PAY $ FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTS WHICH WILL PROBABLY...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND TO BE REPAIRED. THE TECHNICIAN...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND ALL OF SUDDEN HE HEARD A NOISE. HE NOTICED THAT THE AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. THE VEHICL...

Aug 12, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - REAR AXLE BEAM BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Aug 12, 2010 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SOMETHING WHICH FORD CLAIMS THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS- ALL THEY KEPT SAYING IS YOU NEED TO PAY $ FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTS WHICH WILL PROBABLY...

Aug 12, 2010 Interior Lighting

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS WITH IT. SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR SOMETHING WHICH FORD CLAIMS THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS- ALL THEY KEPT SAYING IS YOU NEED TO PAY $ FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTS WHICH WILL PROBABLY...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 98,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 60-65 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY COLLAPSED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND TO BE REPAIRED. THE TECHNICIAN...

Aug 12, 2010 Power Train 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND ALL OF SUDDEN HE HEARD A NOISE. HE NOTICED THAT THE AXLE WAS CRACKED IN HALF AND THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE WAS ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP. THE VEHICL...

Aug 12, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - REAR AXLE BEAM BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Aug 10, 2010 Interior Lighting 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Visibility 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH. THE CONTACT PERFORMED ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLE. HE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY THREE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE...

Aug 10, 2010 Suspension 78,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE HAS A LARGE CRACK ABOUT A FOOT FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE. *TR

Aug 10, 2010 Interior Lighting 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Visibility 113,279 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE ALSO LEAKED BRAKE FLUID FROM WHAT APPEARED TO BE THE MASTER CYLINDER. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERED ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. OCCASION...

Aug 10, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH. THE CONTACT PERFORMED ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ON THE VEHICLE. HE REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY THREE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE...

Aug 10, 2010 Suspension 78,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE HAS A LARGE CRACK ABOUT A FOOT FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE. *TR

Aug 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH AGO, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS REMAINED ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY...

Aug 9, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH AGO, THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS REMAINED ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY...

Aug 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,633 mi

IN 2009 OUR BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS STAYED ON. WE RECEIVED THE FORD WINDSTAR RECALL FOR THE LEAKING CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. WE HAD THIS DONE IN FEB. 2010. WE WENT BACK TO FORD ON JULY 7 2010 BECAUSE OF SMOKE AND LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THEY DID NOTHING. I DID NOT REPLACE THE SWITCH RIGHT AW...

Aug 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,633 mi

IN 2009 OUR BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS STAYED ON. WE RECEIVED THE FORD WINDSTAR RECALL FOR THE LEAKING CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. WE HAD THIS DONE IN FEB. 2010. WE WENT BACK TO FORD ON JULY 7 2010 BECAUSE OF SMOKE AND LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THEY DID NOTHING. I DID NOT REPLACE THE SWITCH RIGHT AW...

Aug 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,286 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER MADE REPAIRS TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THE WARNING LIGHT RE-ILLUMINATED WITHIN ONE WEEK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CU...

Aug 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,286 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER MADE REPAIRS TO THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THE WARNING LIGHT RE-ILLUMINATED WITHIN ONE WEEK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CU...

Aug 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 82,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR BRAKES TURN ON SQUEAL WITHOUT WARNING. ABS SYSTEM REPORTS A PROBLEM. SO FAR ONLY AT LOW SPEEDS AND ALSO APPEARS TO HAPPEN IN THE WARMER WEATHER. RETURNED CAR TO DEALER WHO HAD NO CLUE AS TO THE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 110,306 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE REAR TIRES BEGAN ABNORMALLY TILTING INWARD. THE CONTACT MOVED OFF THE ROADWAY AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MIL...

Aug 2, 2010 Suspension 110,306 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE REAR TIRES BEGAN ABNORMALLY TILTING INWARD. THE CONTACT MOVED OFF THE ROADWAY AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MIL...

Aug 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 82,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR BRAKES TURN ON SQUEAL WITHOUT WARNING. ABS SYSTEM REPORTS A PROBLEM. SO FAR ONLY AT LOW SPEEDS AND ALSO APPEARS TO HAPPEN IN THE WARMER WEATHER. RETURNED CAR TO DEALER WHO HAD NO CLUE AS TO THE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Power Train 110,306 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE REAR TIRES BEGAN ABNORMALLY TILTING INWARD. THE CONTACT MOVED OFF THE ROADWAY AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MIL...

Aug 2, 2010 Suspension 110,306 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE REAR TIRES BEGAN ABNORMALLY TILTING INWARD. THE CONTACT MOVED OFF THE ROADWAY AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MIL...

Jul 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE FOSSIL LINK WAS REPLACED THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND THE LIGHT UNDERNEATH THE STEERING COLUMN ARE ON. THE LIGHT UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN STAYS ON EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR. THE BRAKE ABS LITE INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON, JUST BOUGHT THE CAR, AND THIS DID NOT START UNTIL THE WEATHER GOT BETWEEN 90 & 100 DEGREES. SOMETIMES DOES NOT DO THIS FOR A WEEK, AND THEN AGAIN EVERYTIME YOU START THE CAR.

Jul 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE FOSSIL LINK WAS REPLACED THE ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND THE LIGHT UNDERNEATH THE STEERING COLUMN ARE ON. THE LIGHT UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN STAYS ON EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jul 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR. THE BRAKE ABS LITE INTERMITTENTLY COMES ON, JUST BOUGHT THE CAR, AND THIS DID NOT START UNTIL THE WEATHER GOT BETWEEN 90 & 100 DEGREES. SOMETIMES DOES NOT DO THIS FOR A WEEK, AND THEN AGAIN EVERYTIME YOU START THE CAR.

Jul 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 53,723 mi

WE ARE HAVING CONTINUOUS ISSUES WITH BRAKES ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER 4 VISITS TO FORD DEALER, BRAKES STILL SQUEAK AND BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, DESPITE MY PAYMENT FOR THESE SERVICES. NOW THE BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY COME ON AND THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT GOES OUT. DEALER SAYS I NOW NEED TO...

Jul 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 53,723 mi

WE ARE HAVING CONTINUOUS ISSUES WITH BRAKES ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER 4 VISITS TO FORD DEALER, BRAKES STILL SQUEAK AND BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, DESPITE MY PAYMENT FOR THESE SERVICES. NOW THE BRAKE LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY COME ON AND THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT GOES OUT. DEALER SAYS I NOW NEED TO...

Jul 25, 2010 Suspension 139,000 mi

DRIVING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO THE ROAD, MY REAR AXLE BROKE IN TWO. HAD JUST HAD IT AT FORD FOR FRONT TIRE RODS, ROTATION OF TIRES AND ALIGNMENT. I ASKED THEM TO LOOK IT OVER BECAUSE I WAS GOING ON VACATION. UPDATED IVOQ 11/03/10 *TR THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED HER VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE...

Jul 25, 2010 Suspension 139,000 mi

DRIVING OUT OF PARKING LOT ONTO THE ROAD, MY REAR AXLE BROKE IN TWO. HAD JUST HAD IT AT FORD FOR FRONT TIRE RODS, ROTATION OF TIRES AND ALIGNMENT. I ASKED THEM TO LOOK IT OVER BECAUSE I WAS GOING ON VACATION. UPDATED IVOQ 11/03/10 *TR THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED HER VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE...

Jul 23, 2010 Suspension 111,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR & THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN TWO WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. JUST 3 WEEKS BEFORE I HAD IT AT THAT SAME DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE & THEY CHARGED ME TO "SHIM" THE REAR WHEELS AS THEY SAID IT WOULDN'T ALIGN PROPERLY. *TR

Jul 23, 2010 Electrical System 160,000 mi

ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT THEY ARE ALWAYS ON. *TR

Jul 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 160,000 mi

ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT THEY ARE ALWAYS ON. *TR

Jul 23, 2010 Suspension 111,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR & THE REAR AXLE BROKE IN TWO WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO A FORD DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. JUST 3 WEEKS BEFORE I HAD IT AT THAT SAME DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE & THEY CHARGED ME TO "SHIM" THE REAR WHEELS AS THEY SAID IT WOULDN'T ALIGN PROPERLY. *TR

Jul 23, 2010 Electrical System 160,000 mi

ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT THEY ARE ALWAYS ON. *TR

Jul 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 160,000 mi

ABS LIGHT BRAKE LIGHT THEY ARE ALWAYS ON. *TR

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND CAME UPON A RED LIGHT. WHEN IT TURNED GREEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND I HEARD IT REV UP BUT DID NOT MOVE. WAS ABLE TO LET IT COAST TO THE SIDE. I CALLED AAA AND HAD IT TOWED. THE MECHANIC LOOKED IT OVER AND SAID I WOULD NEED NEW TRANSMISSION. BEFORE THE INCIDENT, IT NEVER...

Jul 21, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND CAME UPON A RED LIGHT. WHEN IT TURNED GREEN I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND I HEARD IT REV UP BUT DID NOT MOVE. WAS ABLE TO LET IT COAST TO THE SIDE. I CALLED AAA AND HAD IT TOWED. THE MECHANIC LOOKED IT OVER AND SAID I WOULD NEED NEW TRANSMISSION. BEFORE THE INCIDENT, IT NEVER...

Jul 17, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE, FORD WINDSTAR 2003, SECOND TRANSMISSION. UNDER 90,000 MILES. JUST REVIEW SOME OF THE COMPLAINTS @ THIS SITE FOR A START HTTP://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/FORD/WINDSTAR/2003/TRANSMISSION/TRANSMISSION_FAILURE.SHTML WITH A SMALL INTERNET SEARCH - YOU CAN FIND THESE THE FA...

Jul 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR, 2003 AND THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE READ AND HEARD FROM NUMEROUS OTHER INDIVIDUALS THAT THIS PROBLEM OCCURS DUE TO AN ABS MODULE MALFUNCTIONING. IS THIS CURRENTLY RECALLED? THE FORD WEBSITE SAYS THAT THE 2003 WINDSTAR DOES N...

Jul 17, 2010 Power Train 86,000 mi

COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE, FORD WINDSTAR 2003, SECOND TRANSMISSION. UNDER 90,000 MILES. JUST REVIEW SOME OF THE COMPLAINTS @ THIS SITE FOR A START HTTP://WWW.CARCOMPLAINTS.COM/FORD/WINDSTAR/2003/TRANSMISSION/TRANSMISSION_FAILURE.SHTML WITH A SMALL INTERNET SEARCH - YOU CAN FIND THESE THE FA...

Jul 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR, 2003 AND THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE READ AND HEARD FROM NUMEROUS OTHER INDIVIDUALS THAT THIS PROBLEM OCCURS DUE TO AN ABS MODULE MALFUNCTIONING. IS THIS CURRENTLY RECALLED? THE FORD WEBSITE SAYS THAT THE 2003 WINDSTAR DOES N...

Jul 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE BRAKES WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY LOCK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. IN ADDITION, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ALSO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHILE THE V...

Jul 16, 2010 Structure 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE BRAKES WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY LOCK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. IN ADDITION, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ALSO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHILE THE V...

Jul 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE BRAKES WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY LOCK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. IN ADDITION, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ALSO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHILE THE V...

Jul 16, 2010 Structure 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE BRAKES WOULD ALSO SPORADICALLY LOCK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. IN ADDITION, THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ALSO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHILE THE V...

Jul 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 170,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 RECALL WAS COMPLETED FOR ABS ALONG WITH REPLACEMENT OF ABS MODULE. NOW CAR IS WORSE THAN BEFORE. THE BRAKES SQUEAL AND ACTIVATE THE ABS ON JUST A NORMAL STOP. VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. RETURNED TO DEALER AND THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO. *TR

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 78,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, FOR A COUPLE WEEKS I OCCASIONALLY HEARD A CREAKING NOISE WHEN I TURNED A SHARP CORNER. THEN ONE DAY WHILE DRIVING, THANKFULLY NOT AT A VERY HIGH SPEED MY VAN STARTED TO GO ALL OVER THE ROAD EVERY TIME IT WENT OVER THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IN THE ROAD. IT FELT AS IF THE TIRE...

Jul 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 170,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 RECALL WAS COMPLETED FOR ABS ALONG WITH REPLACEMENT OF ABS MODULE. NOW CAR IS WORSE THAN BEFORE. THE BRAKES SQUEAL AND ACTIVATE THE ABS ON JUST A NORMAL STOP. VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. RETURNED TO DEALER AND THEY DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO. *TR

Jul 15, 2010 Structure 78,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN, FOR A COUPLE WEEKS I OCCASIONALLY HEARD A CREAKING NOISE WHEN I TURNED A SHARP CORNER. THEN ONE DAY WHILE DRIVING, THANKFULLY NOT AT A VERY HIGH SPEED MY VAN STARTED TO GO ALL OVER THE ROAD EVERY TIME IT WENT OVER THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IN THE ROAD. IT FELT AS IF THE TIRE...

Jul 13, 2010 Power Train 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED HE ALSO OWNED A 2001 FORD WINDSTAR AND EXPERIENCED REAR AXLE FAILURE. HE EXAMINED THE 2003 VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 74,0...

Jul 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 165,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL ON CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AND SERVICE WRITER WAS TOLD THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS HAD COME ON JUST 2 DAYS BEFORE APPOINTMENT. NOW ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON UNTIL KEY IS TURNED OFF AND VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE RECALL WAS SUP...

Jul 13, 2010 Power Train 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED HE ALSO OWNED A 2001 FORD WINDSTAR AND EXPERIENCED REAR AXLE FAILURE. HE EXAMINED THE 2003 VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 74,0...

Jul 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 165,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR RECALL ON CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AND SERVICE WRITER WAS TOLD THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS HAD COME ON JUST 2 DAYS BEFORE APPOINTMENT. NOW ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND STAY ON UNTIL KEY IS TURNED OFF AND VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. THE RECALL WAS SUP...

Jul 12, 2010 Suspension 102,500 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX SPORT WITH APPROX 102000 MILES - REAR AXLE SNAPPED WHILE ON I-95. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD BECAUSE I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. NOTICED CRACKED REAR AXLE WHILE ON FLATBED OF TOW TRUCK. IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN RUSTED THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE, AS THERE WAS NO EVIDEN...

Jul 12, 2010 Structure 102,500 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX SPORT WITH APPROX 102000 MILES - REAR AXLE SNAPPED WHILE ON I-95. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD BECAUSE I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. NOTICED CRACKED REAR AXLE WHILE ON FLATBED OF TOW TRUCK. IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN RUSTED THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE, AS THERE WAS NO EVIDEN...

Jul 12, 2010 Suspension 102,500 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX SPORT WITH APPROX 102000 MILES - REAR AXLE SNAPPED WHILE ON I-95. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD BECAUSE I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. NOTICED CRACKED REAR AXLE WHILE ON FLATBED OF TOW TRUCK. IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN RUSTED THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE, AS THERE WAS NO EVIDEN...

Jul 12, 2010 Structure 102,500 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX SPORT WITH APPROX 102000 MILES - REAR AXLE SNAPPED WHILE ON I-95. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD BECAUSE I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. NOTICED CRACKED REAR AXLE WHILE ON FLATBED OF TOW TRUCK. IT APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN RUSTED THROUGH FROM THE INSIDE, AS THERE WAS NO EVIDEN...

Jul 8, 2010 Suspension 59,490 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL JUST NOTICED I HAVE A NEAR COMPLETE CRACKED REAR AXLE, ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL IS ANGLED IN. *TR

Jul 8, 2010 Suspension 59,490 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL JUST NOTICED I HAVE A NEAR COMPLETE CRACKED REAR AXLE, ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WHEEL IS ANGLED IN. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 84,903 mi

MY 2003 WINDSTAR HAS BEEN SHOWING ITS ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT DASH INDICATORS GO ON AFTER ANYWHERE FROM 5 MILES TO 30 MILES AFTER YOU TURN ON THE VAN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND A HALF. I HAD THE BRAKES SUDDENLY GO STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORWHEN I WAS BRAKING AND THEN COME UP...

Jul 6, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 68,000 mi

WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT FOR OUR FORD 2003 WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON, THEN OFF, THEN ON AGAIN. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Parking Brake 68,000 mi

WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT FOR OUR FORD 2003 WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON, THEN OFF, THEN ON AGAIN. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 65,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. FORD WINDSTAR 2003 HAS ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY ON DASH FOR OVER A YEAR NOW. WORSE IN THE HOT SUMMER. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 84,903 mi

MY 2003 WINDSTAR HAS BEEN SHOWING ITS ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT DASH INDICATORS GO ON AFTER ANYWHERE FROM 5 MILES TO 30 MILES AFTER YOU TURN ON THE VAN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND A HALF. I HAD THE BRAKES SUDDENLY GO STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORWHEN I WAS BRAKING AND THEN COME UP...

Jul 6, 2010 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 68,000 mi

WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT FOR OUR FORD 2003 WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON, THEN OFF, THEN ON AGAIN. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Parking Brake 68,000 mi

WE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS LIGHT OR BRAKE LIGHT FOR OUR FORD 2003 WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT KEEP COMING ON, THEN OFF, THEN ON AGAIN. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 65,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. FORD WINDSTAR 2003 HAS ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY ON DASH FOR OVER A YEAR NOW. WORSE IN THE HOT SUMMER. *TR

Jul 3, 2010 Electrical System 60,325 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS JUST STARTED IN OUR 2003 WINDSTAR WITH 60000 MILES ON IT. THIS HAPPENS FROM ONCE EVERY TIME WE DRIVE THE VAN TO ONCE EVERY COUPLE OF WEEKS. *TR

Jul 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,325 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS JUST STARTED IN OUR 2003 WINDSTAR WITH 60000 MILES ON IT. THIS HAPPENS FROM ONCE EVERY TIME WE DRIVE THE VAN TO ONCE EVERY COUPLE OF WEEKS. *TR

Jul 3, 2010 Electrical System 60,325 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS JUST STARTED IN OUR 2003 WINDSTAR WITH 60000 MILES ON IT. THIS HAPPENS FROM ONCE EVERY TIME WE DRIVE THE VAN TO ONCE EVERY COUPLE OF WEEKS. *TR

Jul 3, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,325 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. THIS JUST STARTED IN OUR 2003 WINDSTAR WITH 60000 MILES ON IT. THIS HAPPENS FROM ONCE EVERY TIME WE DRIVE THE VAN TO ONCE EVERY COUPLE OF WEEKS. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Parking Brake 115,000 mi

THE ABS & EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY @ INTERMITTENT INTERVALS, BUT NOT DURING BRAKING. THEY USUALLY COME ON AFTER HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THERE ARE NO ISSUES W/ THE VEHICLE'S ACTUAL BRAKING @ THIS TIME, OR @ ANY POINT SINCE THE PROBLEM WAS 1ST NOTICED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE ABS & EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY @ INTERMITTENT INTERVALS, BUT NOT DURING BRAKING. THEY USUALLY COME ON AFTER HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THERE ARE NO ISSUES W/ THE VEHICLE'S ACTUAL BRAKING @ THIS TIME, OR @ ANY POINT SINCE THE PROBLEM WAS 1ST NOTICED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 09V399000, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SCDS LEAKED ONTO THE ABS SYSTEM. THE DEALER WILL NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ABS REPAIR COST. THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Jul 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 130,000 mi

DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR PERIODICALLY THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON THEN GO OFF , AFTER APPROX 25 TO 30 MILES OF DRIVING I WILL LOSE MY PRESSURE IN MY BRAKE PEDAL AND THERE IS VERY LITTLE BRAKES. IF YOU SHUT VAN OFF LET IT SIT IT WILL BE FINE UNTIL U DRIVE AGAIN ANOTHER 20 TO 30 MILES , ALSO IT WI...

Jul 1, 2010 Parking Brake 115,000 mi

THE ABS & EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY @ INTERMITTENT INTERVALS, BUT NOT DURING BRAKING. THEY USUALLY COME ON AFTER HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THERE ARE NO ISSUES W/ THE VEHICLE'S ACTUAL BRAKING @ THIS TIME, OR @ ANY POINT SINCE THE PROBLEM WAS 1ST NOTICED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Electrical System 115,000 mi

THE ABS & EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY @ INTERMITTENT INTERVALS, BUT NOT DURING BRAKING. THEY USUALLY COME ON AFTER HITTING A BUMP IN THE ROAD. THERE ARE NO ISSUES W/ THE VEHICLE'S ACTUAL BRAKING @ THIS TIME, OR @ ANY POINT SINCE THE PROBLEM WAS 1ST NOTICED. *TR

Jul 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 09V399000, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SCDS LEAKED ONTO THE ABS SYSTEM. THE DEALER WILL NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ABS REPAIR COST. THE CURRENT MILEAGE ...

Jul 1, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 130,000 mi

DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR PERIODICALLY THE ABS LIGHT WILL COME ON THEN GO OFF , AFTER APPROX 25 TO 30 MILES OF DRIVING I WILL LOSE MY PRESSURE IN MY BRAKE PEDAL AND THERE IS VERY LITTLE BRAKES. IF YOU SHUT VAN OFF LET IT SIT IT WILL BE FINE UNTIL U DRIVE AGAIN ANOTHER 20 TO 30 MILES , ALSO IT WI...

Jun 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WE HAVE HAD A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SINCE WE BOUGHT THE VAN. THEY WANT $800 JUST FOR THE PART TO FIX THE ABS SYSTEM IT NOW HAS 100000 MILES ON IT. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED AND FORD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BILL. IT SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLE...

Jun 30, 2010 Suspension 90,000 mi

DISCOVERED 20" CRACK IN REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 30, 2010 Structure 131,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME FOR THE FRONT SUSPENSION ROTTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AND THEN HE COULD NOT STEER THE VEHICLE. HE STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT TIRE WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT ...

Jun 30, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 WITH ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON AND WE HAVE HAD A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SINCE WE BOUGHT THE VAN. THEY WANT $800 JUST FOR THE PART TO FIX THE ABS SYSTEM IT NOW HAS 100000 MILES ON IT. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED AND FORD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE BILL. IT SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLE...

Jun 30, 2010 Suspension 90,000 mi

DISCOVERED 20" CRACK IN REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 30, 2010 Structure 131,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME FOR THE FRONT SUSPENSION ROTTED UNDER THE VEHICLE. WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AND THEN HE COULD NOT STEER THE VEHICLE. HE STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT TIRE WAS TURNED TO THE LEFT ...

Jun 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

ABS & BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AFTER RECALL REPLACED SCDS SWITCH ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 27, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

ABS & BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AFTER RECALL REPLACED SCDS SWITCH ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Electrical System 97,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT NEVER TURN OFF. MY WARNING THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN IS ALWAYS ON AS WELL SO MY INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY SO MY BATTERY DIES. MY HEAD LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF AS WELL. *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Interior Lighting 97,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT NEVER TURN OFF. MY WARNING THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN IS ALWAYS ON AS WELL SO MY INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY SO MY BATTERY DIES. MY HEAD LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF AS WELL. *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Electrical System 97,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT NEVER TURN OFF. MY WARNING THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN IS ALWAYS ON AS WELL SO MY INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY SO MY BATTERY DIES. MY HEAD LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF AS WELL. *TR

Jun 26, 2010 Interior Lighting 97,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT NEVER TURN OFF. MY WARNING THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN IS ALWAYS ON AS WELL SO MY INTERIOR LIGHTS STAY SO MY BATTERY DIES. MY HEAD LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF AS WELL. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Traction Control System 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Power Train 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - WE BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE "BRAKE" AND "ABS" LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THIS IS A FAILURE OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE TO HAVE A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. WHEN WE BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALER TODAY WE HAD TO PAY OVER $1,200.00 TO HAVE ...

Jun 25, 2010 Traction Control System 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Power Train 97,139 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR KEEP SHOWING SYSTEM INFORMATION ERROR AND ABS, BRAKE LIGHT,OD OFFLIGHTS STAYS ON. THIS NORMALLY STARTS AFTER ABOUT TWO TO THREE MINUTES INTO DRIVING. *TR

Jun 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - WE BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE "BRAKE" AND "ABS" LIGHTS REMAIN ON. THIS IS A FAILURE OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE TO HAVE A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. WHEN WE BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALER TODAY WE HAD TO PAY OVER $1,200.00 TO HAVE ...

Jun 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 75,735 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURES OF ABS SYSTEM INDICATED BY ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH. *TR

Jun 24, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 75,735 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURES OF ABS SYSTEM INDICATED BY ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH. *TR

Jun 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 149,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, THE GAUGES ON THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE SPORADICALLY. THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ALSO ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. ON ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT STATED SHE OBSERVED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. TH...

Jun 22, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 149,900 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MPH, THE GAUGES ON THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO FLUCTUATE SPORADICALLY. THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ALSO ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. ON ONE OCCASION, THE CONTACT STATED SHE OBSERVED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. TH...

Jun 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 87,010 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON WHEN HOT. NOTHING WAS TOUCHED TO CAUSE THIS PROBLEM. FOUND THAT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM KNOW BY FORD. *TR

Jun 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 87,010 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE LIGHT ON WHEN HOT. NOTHING WAS TOUCHED TO CAUSE THIS PROBLEM. FOUND THAT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM KNOW BY FORD. *TR

Jun 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,400 mi

VEHICLE READIED FOR EXTENDED ROAD TRIP -- ALL FLUID LEVELS CHECKED, MOTOR OIL CHANGED, TIRE PRESSURE, ETC. NORMAL DRIVING DOES NOT REVEAL FAILURE. THE FAILURE IS THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE BUT THE BRAKING SYSTEM (INCLUDING ABS) CONTINUES TO FUNCTION WITHOUT ANY NOTICEABLE...

Jun 19, 2010 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD WINDSTAR LX 2003 DOESN'T CRANK OVER, IT IS JUST SILENT, BUT ALL THE LIGHTS, RADIO AND WINDOWS WORK. *TR

Jun 19, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,400 mi

VEHICLE READIED FOR EXTENDED ROAD TRIP -- ALL FLUID LEVELS CHECKED, MOTOR OIL CHANGED, TIRE PRESSURE, ETC. NORMAL DRIVING DOES NOT REVEAL FAILURE. THE FAILURE IS THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE BUT THE BRAKING SYSTEM (INCLUDING ABS) CONTINUES TO FUNCTION WITHOUT ANY NOTICEABLE...

Jun 19, 2010 Unknown Or Other

MY FORD WINDSTAR LX 2003 DOESN'T CRANK OVER, IT IS JUST SILENT, BUT ALL THE LIGHTS, RADIO AND WINDOWS WORK. *TR

Jun 18, 2010 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Steering 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Interior Lighting 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Steering 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Interior Lighting 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

55000 MILES. ORIGINAL OWNER 09S09 RECALL. BRAKE SWITCH LEAKING-REPAIRED BEFORE RECALL.PAID 250.00 ABS/BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENT, OCCASIONAL BURNING SMELL, REAR TAIL LIGHT REMAIN ON. BATTERY DIES (ON#3) FLASHING INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO GO OUT UPON BRAKING. DEALER PERFORMED RECALL (WIRE THING) SAID NE...

Jun 17, 2010 Suspension 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IMMEDIATELY, THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE REAR TIRES WERE POSITIONED OUTWARDLY WITH A DET...

Jun 17, 2010 Suspension 90,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IMMEDIATELY, THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE REAR TIRES WERE POSITIONED OUTWARDLY WITH A DET...

Jun 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IF I TURN THE VAN OFF AND RESTART IT THEY USUALLY RESET THEMSELVES. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PARTS REPLACED, YET, BUT AM THINKING OF TAKING THE VAN TO THE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. *TR

Jun 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 117,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. IF I TURN THE VAN OFF AND RESTART IT THEY USUALLY RESET THEMSELVES. I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PARTS REPLACED, YET, BUT AM THINKING OF TAKING THE VAN TO THE SHOP TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. *TR

Jun 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 93,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM THE MODULE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED EVERYDAY DUE TO A SLOW LEAK WHICH HAD TO BE REFILLED WITH BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED...

Jun 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 113,379 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT. BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS UNIT WAS REPLACED. LESS THAN A WEEK LATER, THE LIGHTS CAME ON AGAIN. *TR

Jun 15, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 93,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM THE MODULE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED EVERYDAY DUE TO A SLOW LEAK WHICH HAD TO BE REFILLED WITH BRAKE FLUID. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED...

Jun 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 113,379 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT. BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ABS UNIT WAS REPLACED. LESS THAN A WEEK LATER, THE LIGHTS CAME ON AGAIN. *TR

Jun 9, 2010 Power Train 90,138 mi

TRANSMISSION ON THE FORD WINDSTAR 2003 GOES WITHOUT WARNING. IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR HIGHWAY IT DECREASED IN SPEED TO A STOP. THE ENGINE REV. WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. IT IS A BIG PROBLEM IN THESE VEHICLES. YOU CAN FIND ADDITION COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS AND OTHERS ON A WEBSITE WWW.CARCOMPLA...

Jun 9, 2010 Power Train 90,138 mi

TRANSMISSION ON THE FORD WINDSTAR 2003 GOES WITHOUT WARNING. IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR HIGHWAY IT DECREASED IN SPEED TO A STOP. THE ENGINE REV. WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR. IT IS A BIG PROBLEM IN THESE VEHICLES. YOU CAN FIND ADDITION COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS AND OTHERS ON A WEBSITE WWW.CARCOMPLA...

Jun 8, 2010 Suspension 86,696 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Jun 8, 2010 Structure 86,696 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Jun 8, 2010 Suspension 83,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD 2003 WINDSTAR, 83,000 MILES , MY CAR'S REAR AXEL BEAM BROKE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, IT COST ME TO REPAIR IT $497 FOR THE PART AND $275 FOR LABOR. *TR

Jun 8, 2010 Suspension 86,696 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Jun 8, 2010 Structure 86,696 mi

REAR AXLE SNAPPED AND BROKE APART. *TR

Jun 8, 2010 Suspension 83,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD 2003 WINDSTAR, 83,000 MILES , MY CAR'S REAR AXEL BEAM BROKE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, IT COST ME TO REPAIR IT $497 FOR THE PART AND $275 FOR LABOR. *TR

Jun 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE LIGHT AS WELL AS MY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, AND MY BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE IN THE WARM WEATHER THAN IN THE COLD. *TR

Jun 2, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE LIGHT AS WELL AS MY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON INTERMITTENTLY, AND MY BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE IN THE WARM WEATHER THAN IN THE COLD. *TR

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT RELATIVE LOW SPEEDS OF 5 MPH, THE REAR SUSPENSION BROKE CAUSING THE WHEELS TO COLLAPSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED HIM THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE AND ANY REPAIRS WOULD BE AT HIS EXPEN...

Jun 1, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT RELATIVE LOW SPEEDS OF 5 MPH, THE REAR SUSPENSION BROKE CAUSING THE WHEELS TO COLLAPSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED HIM THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE AND ANY REPAIRS WOULD BE AT HIS EXPEN...

May 28, 2010 Wheels 190,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING ON HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 65MPH. LOUD BANG AND IMMEDIATELY CAR STARTED TO SWAY AND PULL TO THE SIDE. HAD TROUBLE MAINTAINING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN AND PULL OFF TO THE SHOULDER. HAD AXLE REPAIRED (WELDED) - COULDN'T AFFORD NEW AXLE (~$1000)...

May 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO RECALL 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). UPON RECEIVING THE VEHICLE FROM THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN THE ABS SERVICE LIGHT AS WELL AS THE BRAKING S...

May 28, 2010 Wheels 190,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR DRIVING ON HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 65MPH. LOUD BANG AND IMMEDIATELY CAR STARTED TO SWAY AND PULL TO THE SIDE. HAD TROUBLE MAINTAINING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO SLOW DOWN AND PULL OFF TO THE SHOULDER. HAD AXLE REPAIRED (WELDED) - COULDN'T AFFORD NEW AXLE (~$1000)...

May 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO RECALL 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). UPON RECEIVING THE VEHICLE FROM THE AUTHORIZED DEALER, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN THE ABS SERVICE LIGHT AS WELL AS THE BRAKING S...

May 24, 2010 Power Train 81,538 mi

RECENTLY LOST VEHICLE MOBILITY ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (TYPE AX4N TRANSMISSION). REQUIRED NEW TORQUE CONVERTER AND COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REBUILD. *TR

May 24, 2010 Power Train 81,538 mi

RECENTLY LOST VEHICLE MOBILITY ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL (TYPE AX4N TRANSMISSION). REQUIRED NEW TORQUE CONVERTER AND COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REBUILD. *TR

May 18, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING UNUSUAL SOUNDS AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIRS SHOP WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

May 18, 2010 Power Train 113,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING UNUSUAL SOUNDS AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL REPAIRS SHOP WHERE SHE WAS ADVISED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HAD FAILED AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

May 17, 2010 Power Train 140,780 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL SO SHE PULLED OVER. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A CRACK ON THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THE DEALER ADVISED HE...

May 17, 2010 Power Train 140,780 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL SO SHE PULLED OVER. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A CRACK ON THE REAR AXLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THE DEALER ADVISED HE...

May 14, 2010 Electrical System 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE, THE ABS, BRAKE, AND OVER-DRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER AND AIR CONDITIONER BECAME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT REVIEWED RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V399000: VEHICLE SPEED C...

May 14, 2010 Electrical System 121,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE, THE ABS, BRAKE, AND OVER-DRIVE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER AND AIR CONDITIONER BECAME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT REVIEWED RECALL (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V399000: VEHICLE SPEED C...

May 10, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Interior Lighting 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WERE UNUSUAL NOISES COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN IN HALF. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THE VEHIC...

May 10, 2010 Electrical System 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Interior Lighting 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 80,000 mi

ENGINE REVS AND CAR ACCELERATES WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DOOR LOCKS CLICK OPEN AND CLOSE WHILE DRIVING. INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TR

May 10, 2010 Power Train 72,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WERE UNUSUAL NOISES COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR AXLE WAS BROKEN IN HALF. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THE VEHIC...

May 7, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR CUTS OUT WHEN DRIVING - NO WARNING AT ALL. IT IS AS IF THE KEY WERE TURNED OFF. *TR

May 7, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR CUTS OUT WHEN DRIVING - NO WARNING AT ALL. IT IS AS IF THE KEY WERE TURNED OFF. *TR

May 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

SEVERE BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASE BECAUSE OF LOSS OF ABS BRAKE SYSTEM. *TR

May 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

SEVERE BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASE BECAUSE OF LOSS OF ABS BRAKE SYSTEM. *TR

Apr 30, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE IN HALF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE AXLE HAD RUSTED FROM THE INSIDE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 83,000.

Apr 30, 2010 Power Train 83,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE REAR AXLE SUDDENLY BROKE IN HALF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE AXLE HAD RUSTED FROM THE INSIDE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 83,000.

Apr 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND STAY ON. HE HAD TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND RESTART TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED A...

Apr 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND STAY ON. HE HAD TO TURN OFF THE IGNITION AND RESTART TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED A...

Apr 23, 2010 Power Train 160,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW . I AM THE ONLY DRIVER 66 YEARS OLD. I BACKED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY IN JAN. 2010 AND COULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR FORWARD. TOWED TO DEALER, HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION,000 KM., FACTORY REBUILT $ 3500. NOW APRIL 2010 PUT 5000 KM.ON TOOK IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND TO CH...

Apr 23, 2010 Power Train 160,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW . I AM THE ONLY DRIVER 66 YEARS OLD. I BACKED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY IN JAN. 2010 AND COULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR FORWARD. TOWED TO DEALER, HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION,000 KM., FACTORY REBUILT $ 3500. NOW APRIL 2010 PUT 5000 KM.ON TOOK IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND TO CH...

Apr 22, 2010 Electrical System 136,100 mi

ELECTRICAL ISSUES. I JUST BOUGHT THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR EX, AND WE'VE EXPERIENCED THE BRAKE LIGHT, ENGINE LIGHT, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING OFF AND ON. THIS IS DANGEROUS !! HOW DO WE KNOW IF THERE REALLY IS A BRAKE PROBLEM IF THE BRAKE LIGHT RESETS AND TURNS BACK ON WHILE DRIVING ? IT IS VERY DIS...

Apr 22, 2010 Electrical System 136,100 mi

ELECTRICAL ISSUES. I JUST BOUGHT THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR EX, AND WE'VE EXPERIENCED THE BRAKE LIGHT, ENGINE LIGHT, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING OFF AND ON. THIS IS DANGEROUS !! HOW DO WE KNOW IF THERE REALLY IS A BRAKE PROBLEM IF THE BRAKE LIGHT RESETS AND TURNS BACK ON WHILE DRIVING ? IT IS VERY DIS...

Apr 21, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

I AM AN OWNER OF A FORD WINDSTAR SPORT WHICH I PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. I'VE RECENTLY HAD THE SCDS REPLACED UNDER RECALL NUMBER 09S09 ( OCTOBER 2009) AND AM NOW EXPERIENCING ANOTHER POSSIBLE ERROR WHICH MIGHT BE LINKED TO THIS RECALL. FOR NO REASON AT ALL, DURING THE CARS MOVEMENT THE ABS AND WARNI...

Apr 21, 2010 Electrical System 120,000 mi

I AM AN OWNER OF A FORD WINDSTAR SPORT WHICH I PURCHASED NEW IN 2003. I'VE RECENTLY HAD THE SCDS REPLACED UNDER RECALL NUMBER 09S09 ( OCTOBER 2009) AND AM NOW EXPERIENCING ANOTHER POSSIBLE ERROR WHICH MIGHT BE LINKED TO THIS RECALL. FOR NO REASON AT ALL, DURING THE CARS MOVEMENT THE ABS AND WARNI...

Apr 18, 2010 Power Train 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN KY MY TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED, LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WAS NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NO NOISES. THE CAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. THERE WERE NO FORWARD GEARS NOR REVERSE. *TR

Apr 18, 2010 Power Train 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN KY MY TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED, LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WAS NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NO NOISES. THE CAR SIMPLY STOPPED ACCELERATING. THERE WERE NO FORWARD GEARS NOR REVERSE. *TR

Apr 17, 2010 Electrical System 136,000 mi

THIS VAN KEEPS DRAINING OUR BATTERY. WE HAVE TRIED TO FIGURE OUT WHY THE VAN'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KEEPS DRAINING THE BATTERY. IT HAS DRAINED OUR BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Apr 17, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 136,000 mi

THIS VAN KEEPS DRAINING OUR BATTERY. WE HAVE TRIED TO FIGURE OUT WHY THE VAN'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KEEPS DRAINING THE BATTERY. IT HAS DRAINED OUR BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Apr 17, 2010 Electrical System 136,000 mi

THIS VAN KEEPS DRAINING OUR BATTERY. WE HAVE TRIED TO FIGURE OUT WHY THE VAN'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KEEPS DRAINING THE BATTERY. IT HAS DRAINED OUR BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Apr 17, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 136,000 mi

THIS VAN KEEPS DRAINING OUR BATTERY. WE HAVE TRIED TO FIGURE OUT WHY THE VAN'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KEEPS DRAINING THE BATTERY. IT HAS DRAINED OUR BATTERY SEVERAL TIMES. *TR

Apr 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,055 mi

THIS INCIDENT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WITH OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH WE BOUGHT USED APPROXIMATELY 3 MONTHS AGO. IT HAS HAPPENED BOTH TO ME AND MY WIFE. YOU CAN STOP FOR TRAFFIC AND WHEN YOU START TO GO AGAIN, YOU CAN BARELY TOUCH THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD AND THE ENGINE RACES...

Apr 14, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 77,055 mi

THIS INCIDENT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WITH OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH WE BOUGHT USED APPROXIMATELY 3 MONTHS AGO. IT HAS HAPPENED BOTH TO ME AND MY WIFE. YOU CAN STOP FOR TRAFFIC AND WHEN YOU START TO GO AGAIN, YOU CAN BARELY TOUCH THE ACCELERATOR AND THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD AND THE ENGINE RACES...

Apr 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN ENGINE GETS WARM OR IN WARM WEATHER. *TR

Apr 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED, BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN ENGINE GETS WARM OR IN WARM WEATHER. *TR

Apr 12, 2010 Electrical System 136,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CONTINUING TO TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH MY VAN BATTERY BEING DRAINED OVER NIGHT. I CALLED SUNSET FORD IN PEORIA ARIZONA AND THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME IT WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED IN NOV OF 2009. I...

Apr 12, 2010 Electrical System 136,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CONTINUING TO TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH MY VAN BATTERY BEING DRAINED OVER NIGHT. I CALLED SUNSET FORD IN PEORIA ARIZONA AND THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME IT WAS RECENTLY REPAIRED IN NOV OF 2009. I...

Apr 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES AND SLOWLY ACCELERATES THE VEHICLE. WHEN NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL AND I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM THE GAS PEDAL (NOT YET APPLYING THE BRAKES), THE VEHICLE DOES NOT SLOW DOWN, BUT ACTUALLY ACCELERATES AT A SLOW RATE AND CONTINUES TO DO SO UNTIL I APPLY THE BRAKES. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 188,687 mi

2003 WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SHUTS OFF ABSLIGHT AND BRAKE COME ON TOGETHER AT RANDOM RECALL HAS BEEN FIXED NO WIPED DELAY. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Electrical System 188,687 mi

2003 WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SHUTS OFF ABSLIGHT AND BRAKE COME ON TOGETHER AT RANDOM RECALL HAS BEEN FIXED NO WIPED DELAY. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control

CRUISE CONTROL AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES AND SLOWLY ACCELERATES THE VEHICLE. WHEN NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL AND I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM THE GAS PEDAL (NOT YET APPLYING THE BRAKES), THE VEHICLE DOES NOT SLOW DOWN, BUT ACTUALLY ACCELERATES AT A SLOW RATE AND CONTINUES TO DO SO UNTIL I APPLY THE BRAKES. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 188,687 mi

2003 WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SHUTS OFF ABSLIGHT AND BRAKE COME ON TOGETHER AT RANDOM RECALL HAS BEEN FIXED NO WIPED DELAY. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Electrical System 188,687 mi

2003 WINDSTAR CRUISE CONTROL SHUTS OFF ABSLIGHT AND BRAKE COME ON TOGETHER AT RANDOM RECALL HAS BEEN FIXED NO WIPED DELAY. *TR

Apr 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. SINCE THEN IT SEEMS THE BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ALSO, AFTER DRIVING A CONSIDERABLE DISTANCE, WE ALSO NOTICED WHEN PARKING THE CAR IT SMELLS LIKE SMOKE. *TR

Apr 6, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. SINCE THEN IT SEEMS THE BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED. ALSO, AFTER DRIVING A CONSIDERABLE DISTANCE, WE ALSO NOTICED WHEN PARKING THE CAR IT SMELLS LIKE SMOKE. *TR

Mar 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 80,450 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT WHEN SUDDENLY, SMOKE BEGAN EMITTING FROM THE HOOD. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND SAW THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND THE POLICE TOOK A REPORT SHORTLY AFTER....

Mar 26, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 80,450 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT WHEN SUDDENLY, SMOKE BEGAN EMITTING FROM THE HOOD. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND SAW THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND THE POLICE TOOK A REPORT SHORTLY AFTER....

Mar 16, 2010 Electrical System 40,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SEVER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON AND WILL FLASH UNTIL I TURN THEM OFF WITH THE DASH CONTROL. IT WILL GO FOR FEW DAYS WITH NO PROBLEM AND THEN START FLASHING AGAIN. THIS STARTED AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES AND STILL HAPPENING AT 115,000 MILES. DE...

Mar 16, 2010 Electrical System 40,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS SEVER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON AND WILL FLASH UNTIL I TURN THEM OFF WITH THE DASH CONTROL. IT WILL GO FOR FEW DAYS WITH NO PROBLEM AND THEN START FLASHING AGAIN. THIS STARTED AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES AND STILL HAPPENING AT 115,000 MILES. DE...

Mar 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS LITE AND BRAKE LITE NOT GO OFF. HAD ALL BRAKES SERVICED THE ABS LITE STAYS ON. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM DOORS LOCK SOMETIMES, NEXT TIME NO LOCK, ABS LITE WILL NOT GO OFF REPLACE FUSE, DRIVE 5 MILES, ABS LITE COMES BACK ON, HAS FOR 2 YEARS,WASTED MONEY AND TIME ON TRYING TO FIND SOLUTION. FUSES BLOW OUT FASTER THEN I CAN REPLACE THEM. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 45,000 mi

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM DOORS LOCK SOMETIMES, NEXT TIME NO LOCK, ABS LITE WILL NOT GO OFF REPLACE FUSE, DRIVE 5 MILES, ABS LITE COMES BACK ON, HAS FOR 2 YEARS,WASTED MONEY AND TIME ON TRYING TO FIND SOLUTION. FUSES BLOW OUT FASTER THEN I CAN REPLACE THEM. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS LITE AND BRAKE LITE NOT GO OFF. HAD ALL BRAKES SERVICED THE ABS LITE STAYS ON. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM DOORS LOCK SOMETIMES, NEXT TIME NO LOCK, ABS LITE WILL NOT GO OFF REPLACE FUSE, DRIVE 5 MILES, ABS LITE COMES BACK ON, HAS FOR 2 YEARS,WASTED MONEY AND TIME ON TRYING TO FIND SOLUTION. FUSES BLOW OUT FASTER THEN I CAN REPLACE THEM. *TR

Mar 15, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 45,000 mi

ELECTRICAL PROBLEM DOORS LOCK SOMETIMES, NEXT TIME NO LOCK, ABS LITE WILL NOT GO OFF REPLACE FUSE, DRIVE 5 MILES, ABS LITE COMES BACK ON, HAS FOR 2 YEARS,WASTED MONEY AND TIME ON TRYING TO FIND SOLUTION. FUSES BLOW OUT FASTER THEN I CAN REPLACE THEM. *TR

Mar 9, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

DRIVING ON SMOOTH ROAD WHEN REAR AXEL SNAPPED AND BROKE IN 2 ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. HAD CAR TOWED AND IS IN TO REPLACE AXEL. CHECKED ON CARCOMPLAINTS.COM AND THERE WERE 44 INSTANCES OF THE REAR AXEL ON FORD WINDSTARS BREAKING IN THE SAME PLACE. *TR

Mar 9, 2010 Suspension 110,000 mi

DRIVING ON SMOOTH ROAD WHEN REAR AXEL SNAPPED AND BROKE IN 2 ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. HAD CAR TOWED AND IS IN TO REPLACE AXEL. CHECKED ON CARCOMPLAINTS.COM AND THERE WERE 44 INSTANCES OF THE REAR AXEL ON FORD WINDSTARS BREAKING IN THE SAME PLACE. *TR

Mar 5, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING. ONE SECOND I'M PULLING ON TO THE ROADWAY WITH A WORKING TRANSMISSION THE NEXT SECOND MY VEHICLE IS SITTING IN THE WAY OF TRAFFIC AND CAN NOT MOVE. AS I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS,THIS HAS HAPPENED QUITE OFTEN. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND SOMETHING NEEDS TO B...

Mar 5, 2010 Power Train 103,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING. ONE SECOND I'M PULLING ON TO THE ROADWAY WITH A WORKING TRANSMISSION THE NEXT SECOND MY VEHICLE IS SITTING IN THE WAY OF TRAFFIC AND CAN NOT MOVE. AS I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS,THIS HAS HAPPENED QUITE OFTEN. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND SOMETHING NEEDS TO B...

Mar 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE DRIVER STATED THAT HE WAS AT A RED LIGHT. THE DRIVER STATED THAT HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED HE PUT HIS FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE DRIVER HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND COA...

Mar 1, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 60,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE DRIVER STATED THAT HE WAS AT A RED LIGHT. THE DRIVER STATED THAT HIS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED HE PUT HIS FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE DRIVER HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND COA...

Feb 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Air 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Suspension 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Traction Control System 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Tires 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Parking Brake 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Air 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Suspension 96,000 mi

ABS BRAKES LIGHT PROBLEM FORD WINDSTAR 20003 AIR BRAKES PROBLEM ,CRUISE CONTROL PROBLEM SUSPENSION PROBLEM. *TR

Feb 28, 2010 Equipment 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Traction Control System 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Tires 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Electrical System 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 28, 2010 Parking Brake 85,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS BEEN CONTINUOUSLY GIVING MY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. FIRST THE REAR PARKING SENSORS DISENGAGE WHEN IN REVERSE. WHILE DRIVING THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I'M NOT SURE WHAT IT DOES, BUT THE VEHICLE DOES THEN NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE TRACTIO...

Feb 27, 2010 Power Train 95,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. NO INDICATION OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS LEADING UP TO THE EVENT. SMOOTH SHIFTING, NO SHUDDERS, NO HESITATION ON ACCELERATION. STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT-BUSY INTERSECTION. ON ACCELERATION, WINDSTAR MOVED FORWARD INTO INTERSECTION, RPMS INCREASED RAPIDLY WI...

Feb 27, 2010 Power Train 95,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. NO INDICATION OF TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS LEADING UP TO THE EVENT. SMOOTH SHIFTING, NO SHUDDERS, NO HESITATION ON ACCELERATION. STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT-BUSY INTERSECTION. ON ACCELERATION, WINDSTAR MOVED FORWARD INTO INTERSECTION, RPMS INCREASED RAPIDLY WI...

Feb 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Feb 26, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 112,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Feb 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY. *TR

Feb 25, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

BRAKING DISTANCE HAS INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY. *TR

Feb 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 67,801 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED CATEGORY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC MY ABS AND MY BRAKE LIGHT ON MY DASH BOARD BOTH ARE ON. FEB. 20, 2010 RECALL 09S09 WAS PERFORMED. *TR

Feb 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 67,801 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKING DISTANCE SUDDENLY INCREASED CATEGORY: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC MY ABS AND MY BRAKE LIGHT ON MY DASH BOARD BOTH ARE ON. FEB. 20, 2010 RECALL 09S09 WAS PERFORMED. *TR

Feb 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 230,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ON. HAD FORD CORRECT FIRE HAZARD WITH RECALL BUT BRAKE/ABS LIGHT ON. NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT REPAIR FORD MADE. APPARENTLY I HAVE NO ABS BRAKING CAPABILITIES. *TR

Feb 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 230,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS/BRAKE LIGHT ON. HAD FORD CORRECT FIRE HAZARD WITH RECALL BUT BRAKE/ABS LIGHT ON. NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT REPAIR FORD MADE. APPARENTLY I HAVE NO ABS BRAKING CAPABILITIES. *TR

Feb 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 73,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE ON FEBRUARY 2, 2010 AND IT WAS ON FIRE IN MY DRIVEWAY FEBRUARY 6,2010 4AM. I HAD NOT DRIVEN IT OVER 6HRS BEFORE. I THINK ALL THESE VEHICLES SHOULD BE OFF THE ROAD. THE CAR BY THE WAY WAS A TOTAL LOSS NOT TO MENTION A GREAT INCONVENIENCE. *TR

Feb 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 73,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE ON FEBRUARY 2, 2010 AND IT WAS ON FIRE IN MY DRIVEWAY FEBRUARY 6,2010 4AM. I HAD NOT DRIVEN IT OVER 6HRS BEFORE. I THINK ALL THESE VEHICLES SHOULD BE OFF THE ROAD. THE CAR BY THE WAY WAS A TOTAL LOSS NOT TO MENTION A GREAT INCONVENIENCE. *TR

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train Fire 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. SHE STATED WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 60 MPH IN CLEAR CONDITIONS, SHE NOTICED GREY SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. SHE WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE OFF THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. SHE WAITED UNTIL THE POLICE ARRIVED TO ASSIST. SHE NOTICED T...

Feb 3, 2010 Power Train Fire 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. SHE STATED WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 60 MPH IN CLEAR CONDITIONS, SHE NOTICED GREY SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. SHE WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE OFF THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. SHE WAITED UNTIL THE POLICE ARRIVED TO ASSIST. SHE NOTICED T...

Feb 2, 2010 Electrical System 35,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS.LIGHTS FLASH ANY TIME AT ALL. HEADLIGHT WILL FLICKER WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. DIFFERENT WARNING LIGHTSWILL COME ON RANDOMLY. THIS HAS BEEN APROBLEM SINCE I BOUGHT THE VAN USED. BURNS OUT ALTERNATOR AND BATTERIES.MANY EXACT COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET. TRANSMISSIONS JUS...

Feb 2, 2010 Visibility 63,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE PARKS WIPERS IN MIDDLE OF WINDSHIELD AND OBSTRUCTS VISION SIMILAR ISSUE AS THE RECALL FOR PREVIOUS YEAR FORD WINDSTAR MINI-VANS HAS BEEN TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE AND DEALER CLAIMS ITS A FAULTY FRONT END (G.E.M.) MULTI-FUNCTION MODULE FAILURE AND FORD SUPPLIES NO REPLACEMENT PAR...

Feb 2, 2010 Electrical System 35,000 mi

2003 WINDSTAR ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS.LIGHTS FLASH ANY TIME AT ALL. HEADLIGHT WILL FLICKER WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. DIFFERENT WARNING LIGHTSWILL COME ON RANDOMLY. THIS HAS BEEN APROBLEM SINCE I BOUGHT THE VAN USED. BURNS OUT ALTERNATOR AND BATTERIES.MANY EXACT COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET. TRANSMISSIONS JUS...

Feb 2, 2010 Visibility 63,000 mi

WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE PARKS WIPERS IN MIDDLE OF WINDSHIELD AND OBSTRUCTS VISION SIMILAR ISSUE AS THE RECALL FOR PREVIOUS YEAR FORD WINDSTAR MINI-VANS HAS BEEN TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE AND DEALER CLAIMS ITS A FAULTY FRONT END (G.E.M.) MULTI-FUNCTION MODULE FAILURE AND FORD SUPPLIES NO REPLACEMENT PAR...

Jan 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 103,000 mi

MY FATHER WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND WHILE IN THE ROAD THE VEHICLE START TO BURN . THE VEHICLE WAS TOTAL LOST BECAUSE THE FIRE EXTENDED SO RAPIDLY THAT WHEN THE FIREFIGHTERS ARRIVE WAS TOO LATE.. I MADE A COMPLAINT TO FORD MOTOR COMPANY AFTER THE INCIDENT BUT THEY SAID THAT MY CAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN TH...

Jan 29, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control Fire 103,000 mi

MY FATHER WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND WHILE IN THE ROAD THE VEHICLE START TO BURN . THE VEHICLE WAS TOTAL LOST BECAUSE THE FIRE EXTENDED SO RAPIDLY THAT WHEN THE FIREFIGHTERS ARRIVE WAS TOO LATE.. I MADE A COMPLAINT TO FORD MOTOR COMPANY AFTER THE INCIDENT BUT THEY SAID THAT MY CAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN TH...

Jan 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BUT FREQUENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE LIGHTS USUALLY RESET THEMSELVES WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Jan 20, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO WARNING. TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REBUILT. *TR

Jan 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 95,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY BUT FREQUENTLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE LIGHTS USUALLY RESET THEMSELVES WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. *TR

Jan 20, 2010 Power Train 90,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO WARNING. TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REBUILT. *TR

Jan 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 70,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY, AND WILL NOT GO OFF UNTIL I TURN THE ENGINE OFF; DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS SOME SORT OF PROBLEM WITH THE ABS CONTROL MODULE SHORTING OUT AND SENDING A SIGNAL TO THE DASHBOARD INDICATOR LIGHT, BUT SINCE IT COMES ON EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR ALMOST, I NOW NEVER KNOW ...

Jan 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 70,000 mi

ABS WARNING LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY, AND WILL NOT GO OFF UNTIL I TURN THE ENGINE OFF; DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS SOME SORT OF PROBLEM WITH THE ABS CONTROL MODULE SHORTING OUT AND SENDING A SIGNAL TO THE DASHBOARD INDICATOR LIGHT, BUT SINCE IT COMES ON EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR ALMOST, I NOW NEVER KNOW ...

Jan 13, 2010 Power Train

SUDDEN LOSE OF TRANSMISSION FUNCTION, DRIVING AND SUDDENLY THERE IS NO GEARS JUST NEUTRAL, NO WARNING, 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 13, 2010 Power Train

SUDDEN LOSE OF TRANSMISSION FUNCTION, DRIVING AND SUDDENLY THERE IS NO GEARS JUST NEUTRAL, NO WARNING, 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Jan 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ON-GOING INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE COMPUTER CODE INDICATES FAULT CODE C1185. THE FORD DEALER SUGGESTS REPLACING THE ECU AT A COST OF $800 BUT FORD IS NOT SURE IF PROBLEM WILL BE CORRECTED. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AT THE CRUISE CONTROL DE...

Jan 6, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ON-GOING INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE COMPUTER CODE INDICATES FAULT CODE C1185. THE FORD DEALER SUGGESTS REPLACING THE ECU AT A COST OF $800 BUT FORD IS NOT SURE IF PROBLEM WILL BE CORRECTED. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK AT THE CRUISE CONTROL DE...

Jan 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 82,350 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I HAVE TRIED AND SPEND WELL MUCH MONEY IN A SOLUTION BUT IT COMES REALLY EXPENSIVE PAYING FOR SOME ONE ELSE ERRORS, MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS( ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ) COMES ON EVERY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANYWHERE, THIS IS BEEN HAPPENING EVEN ON REAL SHORT TRIPS, MY MECH...

Jan 4, 2010 Electrical System 82,350 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I HAVE TRIED AND SPEND WELL MUCH MONEY IN A SOLUTION BUT IT COMES REALLY EXPENSIVE PAYING FOR SOME ONE ELSE ERRORS, MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS( ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ) COMES ON EVERY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANYWHERE, THIS IS BEEN HAPPENING EVEN ON REAL SHORT TRIPS, MY MECH...

Jan 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND SUDDENLY, SMOKE EXPELLED FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE DRIVER INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT EXHIBITED HEAVY SMOKE AND SMALL FLAMES. THE HOOD WAS CLOSED W...

Jan 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 82,350 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I HAVE TRIED AND SPEND WELL MUCH MONEY IN A SOLUTION BUT IT COMES REALLY EXPENSIVE PAYING FOR SOME ONE ELSE ERRORS, MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS( ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ) COMES ON EVERY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANYWHERE, THIS IS BEEN HAPPENING EVEN ON REAL SHORT TRIPS, MY MECH...

Jan 4, 2010 Electrical System 82,350 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, I HAVE TRIED AND SPEND WELL MUCH MONEY IN A SOLUTION BUT IT COMES REALLY EXPENSIVE PAYING FOR SOME ONE ELSE ERRORS, MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS( ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ) COMES ON EVERY TIME WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ANYWHERE, THIS IS BEEN HAPPENING EVEN ON REAL SHORT TRIPS, MY MECH...

Jan 4, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STARTED THE IGNITION AND SUDDENLY, SMOKE EXPELLED FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. THE DRIVER INSPECTED UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT EXHIBITED HEAVY SMOKE AND SMALL FLAMES. THE HOOD WAS CLOSED W...

Dec 30, 2009 Power Train 66,600 mi

WITHOUT ANY PRIOR PROBLEMS OR WARNINGS MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 66,600. MILES THE TRANSMISSION JUST QUIT. I PARKED IT CHRISTMAS EVE AND IT WAS FINE THREE DAYS LATER I WENT TO LEAVE AND IT WON'T GO INTO GEAR. I HAVE ALSO HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE BACK HATCH SENSOR. IT SAYS DOOR IS AJAR...

Dec 30, 2009 Power Train 66,600 mi

WITHOUT ANY PRIOR PROBLEMS OR WARNINGS MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH ONLY 66,600. MILES THE TRANSMISSION JUST QUIT. I PARKED IT CHRISTMAS EVE AND IT WAS FINE THREE DAYS LATER I WENT TO LEAVE AND IT WON'T GO INTO GEAR. I HAVE ALSO HAD ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THE BACK HATCH SENSOR. IT SAYS DOOR IS AJAR...

Dec 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND MY RED BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR COME ON WHENEVER MY BRAKE LINES BEGIN TO HEAT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE ALSO HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF, AND THE ODOMETER AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILING. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE WINDSTAR VAN WAS NEW. T...

Dec 23, 2009 Electrical System

MY YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND MY RED BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR COME ON WHENEVER MY BRAKE LINES BEGIN TO HEAT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE ALSO HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF, AND THE ODOMETER AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILING. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE WINDSTAR VAN WAS NEW. T...

Dec 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND MY RED BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR COME ON WHENEVER MY BRAKE LINES BEGIN TO HEAT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE ALSO HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF, AND THE ODOMETER AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILING. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE WINDSTAR VAN WAS NEW. T...

Dec 23, 2009 Electrical System

MY YELLOW ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND MY RED BRAKE LIGHT INDICATOR COME ON WHENEVER MY BRAKE LINES BEGIN TO HEAT WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE ALSO HAD INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WITH THE OVER DRIVE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF, AND THE ODOMETER AND THE SPEEDOMETER FAILING. THIS HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE WINDSTAR VAN WAS NEW. T...

Dec 10, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 61,286 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON, DIFFICULTY GETTING VAN OUT OF PARK. SMELLED SMOKE AFTER LAST USE OF VEHICLE. *TR

Dec 10, 2009 Parking Brake 61,286 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON, DIFFICULTY GETTING VAN OUT OF PARK. SMELLED SMOKE AFTER LAST USE OF VEHICLE. *TR

Dec 10, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 61,286 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON, DIFFICULTY GETTING VAN OUT OF PARK. SMELLED SMOKE AFTER LAST USE OF VEHICLE. *TR

Dec 10, 2009 Parking Brake 61,286 mi

THE ABS LIGHT IS ON, DIFFICULTY GETTING VAN OUT OF PARK. SMELLED SMOKE AFTER LAST USE OF VEHICLE. *TR

Dec 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,762 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 LX. ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATE. *TR

Dec 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,762 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 LX. ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATE. *TR

Dec 3, 2009 Air Bags 99,300 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH SHE SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 99300.

Dec 3, 2009 Air Bags 99,300 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH SHE SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 99300.

Nov 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ALSO BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE COIL SPRINGS TO PIERCE THE TIRE AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE FELL ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE W...

Nov 23, 2009 Suspension 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ALSO BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE COIL SPRINGS TO PIERCE THE TIRE AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE FELL ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE W...

Nov 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ALSO BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE COIL SPRINGS TO PIERCE THE TIRE AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE FELL ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE W...

Nov 23, 2009 Suspension 74,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING IMMEDIATELY AFTER HE APPROACHED A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ALSO BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE COIL SPRINGS TO PIERCE THE TIRE AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE FELL ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE W...

Nov 18, 2009 Electrical System

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SPEED CONTROL RECALL PERFORMED. *TR

Nov 18, 2009 Electrical System

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER SPEED CONTROL RECALL PERFORMED. *TR

Nov 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THE "ABS" BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDED THE REP...

Nov 16, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THE "ABS" BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDED THE REP...

Nov 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THE "ABS" BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDED THE REP...

Nov 16, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS; THE "ABS" BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDED THE REP...

Nov 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS FAILURE IN WARM WEATHER ONLY. *TR

Nov 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR (VIN NOT INCLUDED IN FORD'S RECENT RECALL). ABS CONTROL MODULE IS INTERMITTENTLY BAD AND HAS BEEN SINCE AROUND 50000 MILES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM (AS INDICATED BY THE INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL). FORD HAD SAID THAT IT WAS JUST B...

Nov 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS FAILURE IN WARM WEATHER ONLY. *TR

Nov 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR (VIN NOT INCLUDED IN FORD'S RECENT RECALL). ABS CONTROL MODULE IS INTERMITTENTLY BAD AND HAS BEEN SINCE AROUND 50000 MILES. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM (AS INDICATED BY THE INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL). FORD HAD SAID THAT IT WAS JUST B...

Oct 29, 2009 Electrical System 35,000 mi

PRENDE LA LUZ DE FRENO JUNTO CON LA LUZ DE ABS EN TABLERO. SE ESCANEA Y MARCA EL CODIGO C1185. *TR

Oct 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

PRENDE LA LUZ DE FRENO JUNTO CON LA LUZ DE ABS EN TABLERO. SE ESCANEA Y MARCA EL CODIGO C1185. *TR

Oct 29, 2009 Electrical System 35,000 mi

PRENDE LA LUZ DE FRENO JUNTO CON LA LUZ DE ABS EN TABLERO. SE ESCANEA Y MARCA EL CODIGO C1185. *TR

Oct 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

PRENDE LA LUZ DE FRENO JUNTO CON LA LUZ DE ABS EN TABLERO. SE ESCANEA Y MARCA EL CODIGO C1185. *TR

Oct 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON. TENDS TO HAPPEN IN WARM-HOT WEATHER OR WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 1 HOUR. ABS BRAKES DON'T WORK. EMERGENCY BRAKES WORK. *TR

Oct 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON. TENDS TO HAPPEN IN WARM-HOT WEATHER OR WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUNNING FOR OVER 1 HOUR. ABS BRAKES DON'T WORK. EMERGENCY BRAKES WORK. *TR

Oct 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND RED INTERNAL BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY LIGHT UP DUE TO FAULTY SWITCH. THERE IS AN UNRELATED RECALL ISSUED FOR 1998-2003 WINDSTARS BUT IT DOES NOT COVER THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. SINCE THE RECALLS WAS ISSUED HAVE SEEN THAT THIS PROBLEM IS RAMPANT AMONG WINDSTAR OWNERS. THIS CAUSES A SAFETY IS...

Oct 21, 2009 Exterior Lighting

ABS AND RED INTERNAL BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY LIGHT UP DUE TO FAULTY SWITCH. THERE IS AN UNRELATED RECALL ISSUED FOR 1998-2003 WINDSTARS BUT IT DOES NOT COVER THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. SINCE THE RECALLS WAS ISSUED HAVE SEEN THAT THIS PROBLEM IS RAMPANT AMONG WINDSTAR OWNERS. THIS CAUSES A SAFETY IS...

Oct 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS AND RED INTERNAL BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY LIGHT UP DUE TO FAULTY SWITCH. THERE IS AN UNRELATED RECALL ISSUED FOR 1998-2003 WINDSTARS BUT IT DOES NOT COVER THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. SINCE THE RECALLS WAS ISSUED HAVE SEEN THAT THIS PROBLEM IS RAMPANT AMONG WINDSTAR OWNERS. THIS CAUSES A SAFETY IS...

Oct 21, 2009 Exterior Lighting

ABS AND RED INTERNAL BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY LIGHT UP DUE TO FAULTY SWITCH. THERE IS AN UNRELATED RECALL ISSUED FOR 1998-2003 WINDSTARS BUT IT DOES NOT COVER THIS PARTICULAR PROBLEM. SINCE THE RECALLS WAS ISSUED HAVE SEEN THAT THIS PROBLEM IS RAMPANT AMONG WINDSTAR OWNERS. THIS CAUSES A SAFETY IS...

Oct 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH MY ANTILOCK BRAKE AND BRAKE LIGHT WARNINGS ON MY DASHBOARD. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM SINCE APPROXIMATELY 2006. MY PARTICULAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS NOT BEEN INCLUDED IN THE MOST RECENT RECALL FOR SUCH PROBLEMS. *TR

Oct 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH MY ANTILOCK BRAKE AND BRAKE LIGHT WARNINGS ON MY DASHBOARD. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM SINCE APPROXIMATELY 2006. MY PARTICULAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS NOT BEEN INCLUDED IN THE MOST RECENT RECALL FOR SUCH PROBLEMS. *TR

Oct 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON CONSTANTLY. STARTED INTERMITTENTLY ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO. NOW IT IS ALWAYS ON. TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC AND HE PULLED SO MANY CODES I CAN'T LIST THEM ALL. HOWEVER, SOME OF THE CODES: C1185; C1446; B1318; C1235 JUST TO NAME A FEW. *TR

Oct 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON CONSTANTLY. STARTED INTERMITTENTLY ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO. NOW IT IS ALWAYS ON. TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC AND HE PULLED SO MANY CODES I CAN'T LIST THEM ALL. HOWEVER, SOME OF THE CODES: C1185; C1446; B1318; C1235 JUST TO NAME A FEW. *TR

Oct 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD COME ON FOR NO REASON. WHEN THESE ARE ON MY ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. BRAKES HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND ARE FINE. *TR

Oct 15, 2009 Electrical System 70,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AFFECTED BY THE LATEST RECALL CONCERNING A FAULTY SWITCH THAT LEAKS AND CAN CAUSE FIRES. I TOOK MY VAN INTO A FORD DEALERSHIP YESTERDAY FOR THIS PROBLEM. THEY REPLACED THE SWITCH BUT THAT FAULTY SWITCH HAS RUINED THE ABS MODULE. THE COST TO REPLACE THAT IS OVER $1200. TH...

Oct 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD COME ON FOR NO REASON. WHEN THESE ARE ON MY ABS SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. BRAKES HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND ARE FINE. *TR

Oct 15, 2009 Electrical System 70,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AFFECTED BY THE LATEST RECALL CONCERNING A FAULTY SWITCH THAT LEAKS AND CAN CAUSE FIRES. I TOOK MY VAN INTO A FORD DEALERSHIP YESTERDAY FOR THIS PROBLEM. THEY REPLACED THE SWITCH BUT THAT FAULTY SWITCH HAS RUINED THE ABS MODULE. THE COST TO REPLACE THAT IS OVER $1200. TH...

Oct 14, 2009 Unknown Or Other 112,979 mi

FAVOR MANDARME INFORMACION A SERCA DE LOS AUTOMIVILES MARCA FORD WINSTAR 2003 SEGUN EL PERIODICO DE HOY VAN A SER RETIRADOS DE CIRCULACION POR LA FORD POR DEFECTOS DE FABRICA , LES AGRADECERIA MAS INFORMACION. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Electrical System 112,979 mi

FAVOR MANDARME INFORMACION A SERCA DE LOS AUTOMIVILES MARCA FORD WINSTAR 2003 SEGUN EL PERIODICO DE HOY VAN A SER RETIRADOS DE CIRCULACION POR LA FORD POR DEFECTOS DE FABRICA , LES AGRADECERIA MAS INFORMACION. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Unknown Or Other 112,979 mi

FAVOR MANDARME INFORMACION A SERCA DE LOS AUTOMIVILES MARCA FORD WINSTAR 2003 SEGUN EL PERIODICO DE HOY VAN A SER RETIRADOS DE CIRCULACION POR LA FORD POR DEFECTOS DE FABRICA , LES AGRADECERIA MAS INFORMACION. *TR

Oct 14, 2009 Electrical System 112,979 mi

FAVOR MANDARME INFORMACION A SERCA DE LOS AUTOMIVILES MARCA FORD WINSTAR 2003 SEGUN EL PERIODICO DE HOY VAN A SER RETIRADOS DE CIRCULACION POR LA FORD POR DEFECTOS DE FABRICA , LES AGRADECERIA MAS INFORMACION. *TR

Oct 9, 2009 Electrical System 75,500 mi

SUDDENLY MY SPEEDOMETER,ODOMETER,AIRCOND COMPRESSOR DID NOT FUNCTION. SEVERAL DISPLAYS DID NOT REGISTER CORRECTLY THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DISPLAY WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. I FOUND THE SAFERCAR.GOV SITE AND IT GUIDED ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION TO FIND THE PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKE PRESSURE DE...

Oct 9, 2009 Electrical System 75,500 mi

SUDDENLY MY SPEEDOMETER,ODOMETER,AIRCOND COMPRESSOR DID NOT FUNCTION. SEVERAL DISPLAYS DID NOT REGISTER CORRECTLY THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE DISPLAY WOULD COME ON AND GO OFF. I FOUND THE SAFERCAR.GOV SITE AND IT GUIDED ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION TO FIND THE PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKE PRESSURE DE...

Oct 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT TURNING ON. MECHANICS GET SEVERAL ERROR CODES AND ARE UNABLE TO PINPOINT DECISIVELY. *TR

Oct 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT TURNING ON. MECHANICS GET SEVERAL ERROR CODES AND ARE UNABLE TO PINPOINT DECISIVELY. *TR

Oct 5, 2009 Electrical System 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE ABS AND EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ILLUMINATED AFTER BRAKE APPLICATION. ALSO THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHES ON AND THEN OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION; SINCE THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE...

Oct 5, 2009 Electrical System 41,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE ABS AND EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ILLUMINATED AFTER BRAKE APPLICATION. ALSO THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLASHES ON AND THEN OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION; SINCE THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE...

Oct 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS BRAKES DO NOT WORK. *TR

Oct 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON. ABS BRAKES DO NOT WORK. *TR

Sep 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 132,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON. IT CAME ON A LOT DURING THE HOT WEATHER. DRIPPING AND SIZZLING SOUND WHEN VAN IS TURNED OFF. HAVE NOT REPLACE ANYTHING YET. READING BOARDS TO FIND OUT WHAT TO DO. *TR

Sep 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 132,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON. IT CAME ON A LOT DURING THE HOT WEATHER. DRIPPING AND SIZZLING SOUND WHEN VAN IS TURNED OFF. HAVE NOT REPLACE ANYTHING YET. READING BOARDS TO FIND OUT WHAT TO DO. *TR

Sep 29, 2009 Structure 120,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE/CARRIER CRACKED 120,000 MILES VIN NOT AVAILABLE - CAR IN SHOP BEING REPAIRED. *TR

Sep 29, 2009 Structure 120,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR REAR AXLE/CARRIER CRACKED 120,000 MILES VIN NOT AVAILABLE - CAR IN SHOP BEING REPAIRED. *TR

Sep 20, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 82,000 mi

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. COMPLETELY BURNED AND BURNED NEARBY FIELD CONTAINING MAGNESIUM. *TR

Sep 20, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 82,000 mi

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. COMPLETELY BURNED AND BURNED NEARBY FIELD CONTAINING MAGNESIUM. *TR

Sep 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

BRAKE & ABS LIGHT COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON SOME TIME WHEN YOU START VEHICLE ,SOME TIME WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING NOT USING THE BRAKE SOME TIME WHEN YOU START TO ACCELERATE..ONCE IT COMES ON IT STAYS ON UNTIL YOU SHUT THE CAR OFF MOST TIMES IT WILL BE OFF WHEN YOU RESTART THE CAR. *TR

Sep 18, 2009 Electrical System Fire 124,000 mi

LEAKING BRAKE FLUID, CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE, MELTED ABS ECM WIRING CONNECTOR, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE, ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON, FUSE HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Sep 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 92,000 mi

BRAKE & ABS LIGHT COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON SOME TIME WHEN YOU START VEHICLE ,SOME TIME WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING NOT USING THE BRAKE SOME TIME WHEN YOU START TO ACCELERATE..ONCE IT COMES ON IT STAYS ON UNTIL YOU SHUT THE CAR OFF MOST TIMES IT WILL BE OFF WHEN YOU RESTART THE CAR. *TR

Sep 18, 2009 Electrical System Fire 124,000 mi

LEAKING BRAKE FLUID, CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH CAUGHT FIRE, MELTED ABS ECM WIRING CONNECTOR, BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE, ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON, FUSE HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Sep 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 80,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HAVING AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON AFTER START UP AND ALSO WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER WHERE I WAS TOLD THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. AFTER RECEIVING A QUOTE FOR $800+ , I D...

Sep 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 80,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HAVING AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON AFTER START UP AND ALSO WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO A LOCAL FORD DEALER WHERE I WAS TOLD THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. AFTER RECEIVING A QUOTE FOR $800+ , I D...

Sep 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. HE STATED THAT DURING THE MONTHS OF SUMMER, THE ABS AND SERVICE BREAKS WARNING LIGHT CONSISTENTLY ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. FAILURE OF THE BREAK SYSTEM CAN LEAD TO INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK FOR VEHICLE CRASH. ...

Sep 16, 2009 Electrical System 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Suspension 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Steering 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. HE STATED THAT DURING THE MONTHS OF SUMMER, THE ABS AND SERVICE BREAKS WARNING LIGHT CONSISTENTLY ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. FAILURE OF THE BREAK SYSTEM CAN LEAD TO INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES, WHICH INCREASES THE RISK FOR VEHICLE CRASH. ...

Sep 16, 2009 Electrical System 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Suspension 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 16, 2009 Steering 124,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ON INTERMITTENTLY. THE FOLLOWING CODES ARE PRESENT: C1226;C1235;C1185;C1198;C1194;C1254;C1246;C1250; AND C1242. THE MECHANIC SAID IT APPEARS THE ABS CONTROL MODULE IS GOING BAD OR IS BAD AT A COST OF $700. I REPLACED BOTH ROTORS, DRUMS , RIGHT WHEEL BE...

Sep 12, 2009 Power Train 75,875 mi

OD LIGHT FLASHING, ABS LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER NOT WORKING, ODOMETER NOT WORKING, AIR CONDITIONER NOT WORKING, SMOKE UNDERHOOD, ENGINE LIGHT ON THIS ALL HAPPENED TO MY WIFE WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE ABOUT 90 MILES FORM HOME. *TR

Sep 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,000 mi

OUR 2003 WINDSTAR STARTED MISFIRING BADLY AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I BOUGHT A CODE READER AND FOUND THE CODES 171 AND 174 AND MISFIRE IN CYLINDER #5. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND THIS IS USUALLY DUE TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS LEAKING AND IS VERY COMMON. I'VE HAD IT WITH THIS VAN AND I'...

Sep 12, 2009 Power Train 75,875 mi

OD LIGHT FLASHING, ABS LIGHT ON, SPEEDOMETER NOT WORKING, ODOMETER NOT WORKING, AIR CONDITIONER NOT WORKING, SMOKE UNDERHOOD, ENGINE LIGHT ON THIS ALL HAPPENED TO MY WIFE WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE ABOUT 90 MILES FORM HOME. *TR

Sep 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 165,000 mi

OUR 2003 WINDSTAR STARTED MISFIRING BADLY AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I BOUGHT A CODE READER AND FOUND THE CODES 171 AND 174 AND MISFIRE IN CYLINDER #5. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH I FOUND THIS IS USUALLY DUE TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKETS LEAKING AND IS VERY COMMON. I'VE HAD IT WITH THIS VAN AND I'...

Sep 11, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Traction Control System 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 AND THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS TURNING ON SO I LOOKED IT UP ONLINE AND I FOUND THAT THE PROBLEM IS IN THE ECM MODULE AND TO REPLACE IT COSTS ABOUT 250$ AND THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN DRIVING IN BUMPS AND SOMETIMES FOR NO REASON AND SOMETIMES IT TURNS ON JUST WHEN Y...

Sep 11, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Traction Control System 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 109,000 mi

ECM MODULE DEFECTED ACCORDING TO THE BRAKE SHOP. THE BRAKE SHOP PULLED THE CODES AND ALL THE CODES SAID TO REPLACE THE ECM MODULE. THE REASON I TOOK MY 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE BRAKE SHOP BECAUSE MY BRAKE LIGHT, ON BY DASH, COMES ON AND MY BRAKES MAKES NOISE LIKE THE BRAKES ARE ON BUT THEY ARE NOT...

Sep 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 AND THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS TURNING ON SO I LOOKED IT UP ONLINE AND I FOUND THAT THE PROBLEM IS IN THE ECM MODULE AND TO REPLACE IT COSTS ABOUT 250$ AND THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN DRIVING IN BUMPS AND SOMETIMES FOR NO REASON AND SOMETIMES IT TURNS ON JUST WHEN Y...

Sep 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 152,800 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON ,2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Sep 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 152,800 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON ,2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Sep 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,694 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT INTERMITTENTLY THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL WHICH CAUSED HER TO INCREASE THE STOPPING DISTANCE. THIS BRAKING ADJUSTMENT INCREASED THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. A LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKE...

Sep 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,694 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT INTERMITTENTLY THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL WHICH CAUSED HER TO INCREASE THE STOPPING DISTANCE. THIS BRAKING ADJUSTMENT INCREASED THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. A LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKE...

Sep 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,200 mi

THE AMBER ABS WARNING LAMP AND THE RED BRAKE WARNING LAMP ON THE DASHBOARD HAVE BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SINCE ABOUT NOVEMBER 2008. IT HAS BECOME MORE FREQUENT AS OF LATE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING WHEEL-MOUNTED 'OFF' CONTROL FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS ONLY EVER WORKED INTERMITTENTLY IN THE ...

Sep 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 107,200 mi

THE AMBER ABS WARNING LAMP AND THE RED BRAKE WARNING LAMP ON THE DASHBOARD HAVE BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SINCE ABOUT NOVEMBER 2008. IT HAS BECOME MORE FREQUENT AS OF LATE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING WHEEL-MOUNTED 'OFF' CONTROL FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL HAS ONLY EVER WORKED INTERMITTENTLY IN THE ...

Aug 29, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Electrical System 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AT LEAST A YEAR AGO MY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS STARTED ILLUMINATING. THEY CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAD THE ABS SYSTEM SCANNED ONCE AND WAS TOLD THE ABS RELAY WAS BAD. I HAVEN'T REPLACED THE RELAY BECAUSE THE BRAKES WORK FINE. I THINK THE ABS WORKS FINE TOO. MY RESEAR...

Aug 29, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Electrical System 141,285 mi

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID (PROBLEM # 1) MELTED BRAKE DEACTIVATION SWITCH (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE. (WE THINK THIS BACK PRESSURE BRAKES THE DEAC SWITCH) (PROBLEM # 1) BRAKE LIGHT (RED) (PROBLEM # 1 OR PROBLEM # 2) 15 AMP FUSE #10 BLOWING OUT (PROBLEM # 1) FIRE OR SMOKE COM...

Aug 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 100,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AT LEAST A YEAR AGO MY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS STARTED ILLUMINATING. THEY CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAD THE ABS SYSTEM SCANNED ONCE AND WAS TOLD THE ABS RELAY WAS BAD. I HAVEN'T REPLACED THE RELAY BECAUSE THE BRAKES WORK FINE. I THINK THE ABS WORKS FINE TOO. MY RESEAR...

Aug 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Interior Lighting 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Parking Brake 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Electrical System 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Interior Lighting 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Parking Brake 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 28, 2009 Electrical System 75,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CONTINUES TO SMOKE AND THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON. IT ALSO HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS BECAUSE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE ON FLASHING AND THE DOOR LOCKS SOMETIMES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A WIDELY EXPERIENCED ISSUE BECAUSE I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS...

Aug 27, 2009 Parking Brake

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS LIGHT (AMBER COLOR) AND BRAKE LIGHT (RED COLOR) WILL JUST ILLUMINATE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO BE SERVICED AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND ANOTHER MECHANIC SHOP HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND WHAT IS CAUSING THE LIGHTS TO COME ON WHILE I AM D...

Aug 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NEW BRAKES ON THE VEHICLE. *TR

Aug 27, 2009 Parking Brake

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND THE ABS LIGHT (AMBER COLOR) AND BRAKE LIGHT (RED COLOR) WILL JUST ILLUMINATE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO BE SERVICED AND THE FORD DEALERSHIP AND ANOTHER MECHANIC SHOP HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND WHAT IS CAUSING THE LIGHTS TO COME ON WHILE I AM D...

Aug 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE NEW BRAKES ON THE VEHICLE. *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Electrical System 50,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS, CRUISE AND BRAKE ISSUE. LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME, POSSIBLE FIRE ISSUE. # CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING. (PROBLEM # 1) # ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW) (PROBLEM # 2 OR PROBLEM # 1) # FORD TROUBLE CODE C1185. (PROBLEM # 2 OR PROBLEM # 1). *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 70,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON 8/22/09. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED. IT WAS TOWED TO A AUTO SHOP BY AAA. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ABS AND OIL LEAKED, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE. *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON 8/22/09. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED. IT WAS TOWED TO A AUTO SHOP BY AAA. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ABS AND OIL LEAKED, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE. *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Electrical System 50,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS, CRUISE AND BRAKE ISSUE. LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME, POSSIBLE FIRE ISSUE. # CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT ACTIVATE OR DEACTIVATES WITHOUT WARNING. (PROBLEM # 1) # ABS BRAKE LIGHT (YELLOW) (PROBLEM # 2 OR PROBLEM # 1) # FORD TROUBLE CODE C1185. (PROBLEM # 2 OR PROBLEM # 1). *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 70,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON 8/22/09. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED. IT WAS TOWED TO A AUTO SHOP BY AAA. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ABS AND OIL LEAKED, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE. *TR

Aug 26, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 70,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE ON 8/22/09. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED. IT WAS TOWED TO A AUTO SHOP BY AAA. I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ABS AND OIL LEAKED, WHICH CAUSED A FIRE. *TR

Aug 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 552,670 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON & OFF VERY OFTEN AND HEAR THE CLICKING NOISE ON THE FRONT WHEEL. MECHANIC CHECKED AND GOT CODE C1185. THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION. THE ABS MALFUNCTION SERIOUSLY PUT MY LIFE IN DANGER. I AM SCARED WHE...

Aug 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 552,670 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS & BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON & OFF VERY OFTEN AND HEAR THE CLICKING NOISE ON THE FRONT WHEEL. MECHANIC CHECKED AND GOT CODE C1185. THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION. THE ABS MALFUNCTION SERIOUSLY PUT MY LIFE IN DANGER. I AM SCARED WHE...

Aug 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

03 FORD WINDSTAR- THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT APPEAR WHILE DRIVING. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AT RANDOM. IN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE ONLINE IT APPEARS MANY OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THIS SAME ISSUE. I HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING TO CORRECT THE ISSUE AS OF YET. *TR

Aug 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

03 FORD WINDSTAR- THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT APPEAR WHILE DRIVING. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AT RANDOM. IN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE ONLINE IT APPEARS MANY OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE HAD THIS SAME ISSUE. I HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING TO CORRECT THE ISSUE AS OF YET. *TR

Aug 22, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 22, 2009 Parking Brake

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 22, 2009 Electrical System

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 22, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 22, 2009 Parking Brake

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 22, 2009 Electrical System

SINCE WE GOT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NEW IN DECEMBER, 2002, WE HAVE ALWAYS HAD AN ISSUE WITH CONSTANTLY NEEDING TO FILL THE BRAKE FLUID. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. IN FEB, 2008 OUR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO A FIRESTONE REPAIR SHOP, THEY FIXED AND AKJU...

Aug 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 80,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR AND IT SEEMS ITS A HUGE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND SINCE OCT 2008 THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON AND WENT OFF DEPENDING ON THE TEMP. OUTSIDE. I LIVE IN DELAWARE AND CURRENTLY ITS ON ALL THE TIME WITH THE WARM TEMP. I WAS LOOKING ONLINE AND CAME ACROSS A LINK OF OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT THERE IS ...

Aug 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 80,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR AND IT SEEMS ITS A HUGE PROBLEM. *TR

Aug 20, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND SINCE OCT 2008 THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT HAS COME ON AND WENT OFF DEPENDING ON THE TEMP. OUTSIDE. I LIVE IN DELAWARE AND CURRENTLY ITS ON ALL THE TIME WITH THE WARM TEMP. I WAS LOOKING ONLINE AND CAME ACROSS A LINK OF OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT THERE IS ...

Aug 19, 2009 Suspension 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30MPH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED ON THE GROUND DUE WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT COIL SPRING TO PUNCTURE THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76000.

Aug 19, 2009 Suspension 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 30MPH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DROPPED ON THE GROUND DUE WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT COIL SPRING TO PUNCTURE THE DRIVER SIDE TIRE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76000.

Aug 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 95,000 mi

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Aug 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 95,000 mi

ABS SYSTEM FAILURE ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *TR

Aug 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,040 mi

OUR BRAKE & ABS LIGHTS CAME ON AND WE TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TO BE REPAIRED. THEY SAID IT WAS THE FRONT BRAKES AND REPLACED THEM. WE DROVE IT OFF THE LOT AND THE BRAKE & ABS LIGHTS CAME BACK ON. NOW THEY SAY IT'S THE ABS MODULE (THE PROBLEM FORD NEEDS A RECALL ON). DEALERSHIP NOW WANTS TO C...

Aug 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,040 mi

OUR BRAKE & ABS LIGHTS CAME ON AND WE TOOK IT TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP TO BE REPAIRED. THEY SAID IT WAS THE FRONT BRAKES AND REPLACED THEM. WE DROVE IT OFF THE LOT AND THE BRAKE & ABS LIGHTS CAME BACK ON. NOW THEY SAY IT'S THE ABS MODULE (THE PROBLEM FORD NEEDS A RECALL ON). DEALERSHIP NOW WANTS TO C...

Aug 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 72,000 mi

1. EVENTS INCLUDE DRIVING WITHIN CALIFORNIA WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT 2. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT SPORADICALLY COME ON CAUSING THE ABS TO BE TURNED OFF AND NOT FUNCTION WHEN NEEDED. 3. COMPLAINING TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP ABOUT THE 1185CODE. *TR

Aug 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 72,000 mi

1. EVENTS INCLUDE DRIVING WITHIN CALIFORNIA WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT 2. ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT SPORADICALLY COME ON CAUSING THE ABS TO BE TURNED OFF AND NOT FUNCTION WHEN NEEDED. 3. COMPLAINING TO THE FORD DEALERSHIP ABOUT THE 1185CODE. *TR

Aug 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL - ABS/BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ILLUMINATED. THE SHOP TECHNICIAN SAYS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMONG FORD WINDSTARS AND THAT TAKING NO ACTION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD. THE ABS BRAKE MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM COULD STILL OCCUR. THE ANSWER I WAS GIVEN WAS TO REMOV...

Aug 11, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 97,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEL - ABS/BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ILLUMINATED. THE SHOP TECHNICIAN SAYS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AMONG FORD WINDSTARS AND THAT TAKING NO ACTION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD. THE ABS BRAKE MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BUT THE PROBLEM COULD STILL OCCUR. THE ANSWER I WAS GIVEN WAS TO REMOV...

Aug 10, 2009 Electrical System 84,600 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. SEAMS TO BE MOSTLY WHEN WET ROADS, BUT HAS OCCURRED ON DRY DAYS ALSO. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS TOLD ABS MODULE HAD A LOT OF ERROR CODES AND THE WIRING CONNECTION LOOKED DAMP. MECHANIC PUT DIELECTRIC GREASE ON THE CO...

Aug 10, 2009 Traction Control System 84,600 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. SEAMS TO BE MOSTLY WHEN WET ROADS, BUT HAS OCCURRED ON DRY DAYS ALSO. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS TOLD ABS MODULE HAD A LOT OF ERROR CODES AND THE WIRING CONNECTION LOOKED DAMP. MECHANIC PUT DIELECTRIC GREASE ON THE CO...

Aug 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKS. THIS CAUSES BRAKE FLUID TO WICK DOWN TWO WIRES TO THE ABS BRAKE MODULE. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON. THE FAILURE OCCURS ON EVERY DAY DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WARMER DAYS. *TR

Aug 10, 2009 Electrical System 84,600 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. SEAMS TO BE MOSTLY WHEN WET ROADS, BUT HAS OCCURRED ON DRY DAYS ALSO. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS TOLD ABS MODULE HAD A LOT OF ERROR CODES AND THE WIRING CONNECTION LOOKED DAMP. MECHANIC PUT DIELECTRIC GREASE ON THE CO...

Aug 10, 2009 Traction Control System 84,600 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. SEAMS TO BE MOSTLY WHEN WET ROADS, BUT HAS OCCURRED ON DRY DAYS ALSO. TOOK TO LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS TOLD ABS MODULE HAD A LOT OF ERROR CODES AND THE WIRING CONNECTION LOOKED DAMP. MECHANIC PUT DIELECTRIC GREASE ON THE CO...

Aug 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH LEAKS. THIS CAUSES BRAKE FLUID TO WICK DOWN TWO WIRES TO THE ABS BRAKE MODULE. THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON. THE FAILURE OCCURS ON EVERY DAY DRIVING, ESPECIALLY WARMER DAYS. *TR

Aug 4, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CAR IS IN SHOP FOR THE 3RD TIME. *TR

Aug 4, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON AFTER BRAKE SERVICE ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. CAR IS IN SHOP FOR THE 3RD TIME. *TR

Aug 2, 2009 Electrical System 77,808 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LITE COMES ON AND GOES OFF AT TIMES. I BOUGHT THE CAR 5 MONTHS AGO, I DON'T KNOW IF IT HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I GOT THE CAR. *TR

Aug 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 77,808 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LITE COMES ON AND GOES OFF AT TIMES. I BOUGHT THE CAR 5 MONTHS AGO, I DON'T KNOW IF IT HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I GOT THE CAR. *TR

Aug 2, 2009 Electrical System 77,808 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LITE COMES ON AND GOES OFF AT TIMES. I BOUGHT THE CAR 5 MONTHS AGO, I DON'T KNOW IF IT HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I GOT THE CAR. *TR

Aug 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 77,808 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LITE COMES ON AND GOES OFF AT TIMES. I BOUGHT THE CAR 5 MONTHS AGO, I DON'T KNOW IF IT HAD THIS PROBLEM BEFORE I GOT THE CAR. *TR

Jul 31, 2009 Electrical System 98,500 mi

6 MONTHS AGO MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON SPORADICALLY. INTERIOR LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES DAY AND NIGHT. VERY DISRUPTIVE TO DRIVING AND DANGEROUS TO OTHER DRIVERS ON ROAD. DEALER SAYS NO RECALLS ON THIS ITEM. AM HAVING INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CHECK THIS OUT. ...

Jul 31, 2009 Electrical System 98,500 mi

6 MONTHS AGO MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON SPORADICALLY. INTERIOR LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES DAY AND NIGHT. VERY DISRUPTIVE TO DRIVING AND DANGEROUS TO OTHER DRIVERS ON ROAD. DEALER SAYS NO RECALLS ON THIS ITEM. AM HAVING INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CHECK THIS OUT. ...

Jul 27, 2009 Electrical System 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Equipment 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Exterior Lighting 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 62,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY, 2009 I NOTED THAT THE ABS AND E-BRAKE WARNING LAMPS WOULD ILLUMINATE WHEN DRIVING. COMPUTER CODE ANALYSIS REFLECTED THE NEED TO REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. I REPLACED THE SENSOR. THE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE EACH TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. ALSO, THE INTERIOR LIG...

Jul 27, 2009 Electrical System 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Equipment 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Exterior Lighting 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 77,971 mi

WITH NO PRIOR PROBLEMS TO REPORT, I WAS SUDDENLY UNABLE TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN GEAR AFTER STARTING IT. THE GEAR-SHIFTER FELT SOMEWHAT LOOSE AS IF I WERE PARKED AT AN INCLINE WITHOUT PUTTING THE HAND BRAKE ON. HOWEVER, I WAS PARKED ON LEVEL GROUND. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, I WAS FINALLY ABLE T...

Jul 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 62,000 mi

IN FEBRUARY, 2009 I NOTED THAT THE ABS AND E-BRAKE WARNING LAMPS WOULD ILLUMINATE WHEN DRIVING. COMPUTER CODE ANALYSIS REFLECTED THE NEED TO REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. I REPLACED THE SENSOR. THE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO ILLUMINATE EACH TIME THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN. ALSO, THE INTERIOR LIG...

Jul 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT GO ON AT VARIOUS TIMES, BUT IS MORE AND MORE FREQUENT. ONE PLACE, MUNRO MUFFLER AND BRAKE SAID BRAKES ARE FINE. H & L DEALERSHIP SAID I NEED 2 THINGS REPLACED THAT WILL COST ME A MINIMUM OF $1250.00 OF WHICH I DO NOT HAVE.( I JUST RETURNED TO A JOB AFTER BEING OUT OF A JOB FOR...

Jul 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT GO ON AT VARIOUS TIMES, BUT IS MORE AND MORE FREQUENT. ONE PLACE, MUNRO MUFFLER AND BRAKE SAID BRAKES ARE FINE. H & L DEALERSHIP SAID I NEED 2 THINGS REPLACED THAT WILL COST ME A MINIMUM OF $1250.00 OF WHICH I DO NOT HAVE.( I JUST RETURNED TO A JOB AFTER BEING OUT OF A JOB FOR...

Jul 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 66,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND EMERGENCY LIGHT STAY ON EVEN WITH NO BRAKE ISSUE. *TR

Jul 25, 2009 Parking Brake 66,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND EMERGENCY LIGHT STAY ON EVEN WITH NO BRAKE ISSUE. *TR

Jul 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 66,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND EMERGENCY LIGHT STAY ON EVEN WITH NO BRAKE ISSUE. *TR

Jul 25, 2009 Parking Brake 66,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND EMERGENCY LIGHT STAY ON EVEN WITH NO BRAKE ISSUE. *TR

Jul 24, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 83,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 THAT HAS INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON ABOUT ONCE A DAY WHILE DRIVING, MORE DURING THE SUMMER. *TR

Jul 24, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 83,000 mi

I HAVE A FORD WINDSTAR 2003 THAT HAS INTERMITTENT ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON ABOUT ONCE A DAY WHILE DRIVING, MORE DURING THE SUMMER. *TR

Jul 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 79,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD , ABS AND TRAC OFF AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON...SINCE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON , MY WIFE WOULD NOT DRIVE IT... HAD BRAKES CHECKED SAID THEY WERE FINE. TOOK IT FOR A SCAN TEST AND WOW CODES FROM C1145 TO C1410. SAID IT WAS RELATED TO ECM MODULE. VERY EXPENSIVE...2003 WINDSTAR 79,000 MILES....

Jul 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 79,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD , ABS AND TRAC OFF AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON...SINCE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON , MY WIFE WOULD NOT DRIVE IT... HAD BRAKES CHECKED SAID THEY WERE FINE. TOOK IT FOR A SCAN TEST AND WOW CODES FROM C1145 TO C1410. SAID IT WAS RELATED TO ECM MODULE. VERY EXPENSIVE...2003 WINDSTAR 79,000 MILES....

Jul 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 19,300 mi

ABS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED , LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, RELAY FAILURE. SLOW STICKY BRAKES RESPONSE. *TR

Jul 17, 2009 Electrical System 19,300 mi

ABS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED , LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, RELAY FAILURE. SLOW STICKY BRAKES RESPONSE. *TR

Jul 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BOUGHT THE CAR USED WITH 69000 MILES FROM USED CAR DEALER. THE NEXT MORNING THE ABS LIGHT AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. DEALER SAYS THE ANTI LOCK BREAK CONTROL MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. *TR

Jul 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 19,300 mi

ABS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED , LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, RELAY FAILURE. SLOW STICKY BRAKES RESPONSE. *TR

Jul 17, 2009 Electrical System 19,300 mi

ABS CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED , LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, RELAY FAILURE. SLOW STICKY BRAKES RESPONSE. *TR

Jul 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BOUGHT THE CAR USED WITH 69000 MILES FROM USED CAR DEALER. THE NEXT MORNING THE ABS LIGHT AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON. DEALER SAYS THE ANTI LOCK BREAK CONTROL MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. *TR

Jul 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF. ECM MODULE NEEDS REPLACING. *TR

Jul 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

ABS LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF. ECM MODULE NEEDS REPLACING. *TR

Jul 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON. NEW PADS AND ROTORS. LIGHTS STILL COME ON. PROBLEM BEGAN HAPPENING IN JUNE 2009. *TR

Jul 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 88,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON. NEW PADS AND ROTORS. LIGHTS STILL COME ON. PROBLEM BEGAN HAPPENING IN JUNE 2009. *TR

Jul 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY ON. POSSIBLE BRAKE FLUID LEAK. *TR

Jul 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY ON. POSSIBLE BRAKE FLUID LEAK. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Electrical System 78,000 mi

BAD ABS MODULE IS A PROBLEM THAT VERY MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE. SO YOU THINK YOU HAVE ABS AND YOU DO NOT ALSO ALOT OF WINDSTARS HAVE BURNED. THIS IS A DANGER TO OWNERS. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,000 mi

BAD ABS MODULE IS A PROBLEM THAT VERY MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE. SO YOU THINK YOU HAVE ABS AND YOU DO NOT ALSO ALOT OF WINDSTARS HAVE BURNED. THIS IS A DANGER TO OWNERS. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Electrical System 78,000 mi

BAD ABS MODULE IS A PROBLEM THAT VERY MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE. SO YOU THINK YOU HAVE ABS AND YOU DO NOT ALSO ALOT OF WINDSTARS HAVE BURNED. THIS IS A DANGER TO OWNERS. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,000 mi

BAD ABS MODULE IS A PROBLEM THAT VERY MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS HAVE. SO YOU THINK YOU HAVE ABS AND YOU DO NOT ALSO ALOT OF WINDSTARS HAVE BURNED. THIS IS A DANGER TO OWNERS. *TR

Jul 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 68,000 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTANTLY AND DEALER SAYS IT IS THE ABS DIAGNOSTIC MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Jul 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 68,000 mi

YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTANTLY AND DEALER SAYS IT IS THE ABS DIAGNOSTIC MODULE FAILURE. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

FIRST AND ONLY OWNER OF 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE RED BRAKE LIGHT AND THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT KEEP COMING ON ON THE DASHBOARD DURING WARM WEATHER. NO LIGHTS ARE LIT DURING THE COLDER MONTHS. I HAVE READ THAT THIS CAN LEAD TO FIRE. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Electrical System 76 mi

1. THERE ARE NO PARTICULAR EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS PROBLEM. 2. MY A/C STARTED BLOWING HOT AIR, O/D OFF LIGHT IS BLINKING, ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER QUIT WORKING, BRAKE/ABS LIGHTS STAY ON, LOCKS GO CRAZY RANDOMLY. 3. WE HAVE NOT CORRECTED THIS PROBLEM YET. I WAS DOING RESEARCH ON THESE PROBLEMS...

Jul 9, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

FIRST AND ONLY OWNER OF 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE RED BRAKE LIGHT AND THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT KEEP COMING ON ON THE DASHBOARD DURING WARM WEATHER. NO LIGHTS ARE LIT DURING THE COLDER MONTHS. I HAVE READ THAT THIS CAN LEAD TO FIRE. *TR

Jul 9, 2009 Electrical System 76 mi

1. THERE ARE NO PARTICULAR EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS PROBLEM. 2. MY A/C STARTED BLOWING HOT AIR, O/D OFF LIGHT IS BLINKING, ODOMETER AND SPEEDOMETER QUIT WORKING, BRAKE/ABS LIGHTS STAY ON, LOCKS GO CRAZY RANDOMLY. 3. WE HAVE NOT CORRECTED THIS PROBLEM YET. I WAS DOING RESEARCH ON THESE PROBLEMS...

Jul 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 96,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN COMING ON FOR YEARS. I HAD TO THE FORD GARAGE WHEN IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND THE LIGHTS DIDN'T COME ON. I HAD THE SENSOR REPLACED A MONTH AGO AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. I'M NOW ADVISED THAT I NEED TO REPLACE THE ABS MODULE ...

Jul 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jul 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 96,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT HAVE BEEN COMING ON FOR YEARS. I HAD TO THE FORD GARAGE WHEN IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND THE LIGHTS DIDN'T COME ON. I HAD THE SENSOR REPLACED A MONTH AGO AND THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. I'M NOW ADVISED THAT I NEED TO REPLACE THE ABS MODULE ...

Jul 8, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 92,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SOON AFTER BUYING MY VAN NEW. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND IT WOULD GO OUT FOR A FEW MONTHS AT A TIME, BUT I AM A WOMEN AND KNOW NOTHING ABOUT CARS AND TRUSTED THEM. OVER THE YEARS I DID MY P...

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 62,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 53,000 mi

1. HOT WEATHER CAUSES THE FAILURE (+75F?) 2. WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS OVER 75F AND THE VAN WARMS UP, THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. THE ABS DOES NOT WORK WHEN THE LIGHTS COME ON. A CODE OF C1185 WAS READ BY A DEALER. 3. NOTHING AT THIS TIME - REPLACING THE ...

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 25,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE ABS AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY SOON AFTER BUYING MY VAN NEW. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND IT WOULD GO OUT FOR A FEW MONTHS AT A TIME, BUT I AM A WOMEN AND KNOW NOTHING ABOUT CARS AND TRUSTED THEM. OVER THE YEARS I DID MY P...

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 62,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT. *TR

Jul 7, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 53,000 mi

1. HOT WEATHER CAUSES THE FAILURE (+75F?) 2. WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS OVER 75F AND THE VAN WARMS UP, THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME. THE ABS DOES NOT WORK WHEN THE LIGHTS COME ON. A CODE OF C1185 WAS READ BY A DEALER. 3. NOTHING AT THIS TIME - REPLACING THE ...

Jul 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) STARTED LEAKING AND STARTED SMOKING WHEN IT SHORTED THE CONTACTS. I WAS ABLE TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF AND DISCONNECT THE SWITCH BEFORE A MAJOR FIRE OCCURRED...

Jul 4, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 90,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (2B264) LOCATED UNDER THE MASTER CYLINDER (BEHIND THE AIR FILTER) STARTED LEAKING AND STARTED SMOKING WHEN IT SHORTED THE CONTACTS. I WAS ABLE TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF AND DISCONNECT THE SWITCH BEFORE A MAJOR FIRE OCCURRED...

Jul 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 70,000 mi

HI, IM A OWNER OF FORD WINDSTAR 2003 AND THE LIGHT OF ABS AND SPARK IS IN ON ALWAYS AFTER 10 MINUTES THAT START THE ENGINE. I READ THE MOTIVE AND JUST COMPLAINS FOR THE PROBLEM THANKS. *TR

Jul 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 70,000 mi

HI, IM A OWNER OF FORD WINDSTAR 2003 AND THE LIGHT OF ABS AND SPARK IS IN ON ALWAYS AFTER 10 MINUTES THAT START THE ENGINE. I READ THE MOTIVE AND JUST COMPLAINS FOR THE PROBLEM THANKS. *TR

Jul 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003. BRAKE AND ABS LIGTHS ON ALL THE TIME AFTER CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR MORE THAN 15 MINUTES. MORE LIKELY TO HAPPEN WHEN WEATHER IS HOT. *TR

Jul 1, 2009 Electrical System 106,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON, O/D INDICATOR FLASHES, SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER NOT WORKING, A/C STOPPED BLOWING COOL AIR. ALL THIS HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN. I NOTICE IT BEING A CHAIN REACTION ON 2003 WINDSTAR'S. *TR

Jul 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 60,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003. BRAKE AND ABS LIGTHS ON ALL THE TIME AFTER CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR MORE THAN 15 MINUTES. MORE LIKELY TO HAPPEN WHEN WEATHER IS HOT. *TR

Jul 1, 2009 Electrical System 106,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON, O/D INDICATOR FLASHES, SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER NOT WORKING, A/C STOPPED BLOWING COOL AIR. ALL THIS HAPPENED ALL OF A SUDDEN. I NOTICE IT BEING A CHAIN REACTION ON 2003 WINDSTAR'S. *TR

Jun 30, 2009 Traction Control System 52,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED. THE CHECK ADVANCETRAC AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY...HIRSCH FORD IN MICHIGAN CITY WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM AND GIVE ME AN ESTIMATE ON REPAIRS AFTER SPENDING 1 1/2 HOURS DIAGNOSTIC TIME...ANOTHER REPAIR SHOP WAS ABLE TO PULL THE C1185 CODE AS WELL AS...

Jun 30, 2009 Traction Control System 52,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED. THE CHECK ADVANCETRAC AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY...HIRSCH FORD IN MICHIGAN CITY WAS UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM AND GIVE ME AN ESTIMATE ON REPAIRS AFTER SPENDING 1 1/2 HOURS DIAGNOSTIC TIME...ANOTHER REPAIR SHOP WAS ABLE TO PULL THE C1185 CODE AS WELL AS...

Jun 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 77 mi

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH 2003 FORD WINDSTAR-MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED AT 50,000 MILES, 2 FRONT BRAKES JOBS ONLY 77,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE, AND NOW ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FAILING-DAILY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Jun 28, 2009 Electrical System 96 mi

MY WIRE IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NOT WORKING MY ELECTRIC DOORS DO NOT LOCK AND MY BACK CONTROL PANEL IS NOT WORKING AND I CHECKED MY FUSEBOX AND A FUSE WAS BURNED OUT SO I REPLACED IN AND IT BLEW OUT AGAIN SO SOME THING IS WRONG WITH MY WIRING AND I DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO NOW. *TR

Jun 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 77 mi

I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH 2003 FORD WINDSTAR-MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED AT 50,000 MILES, 2 FRONT BRAKES JOBS ONLY 77,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE, AND NOW ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FAILING-DAILY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ARE ON. *TR

Jun 28, 2009 Electrical System 96 mi

MY WIRE IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR NOT WORKING MY ELECTRIC DOORS DO NOT LOCK AND MY BACK CONTROL PANEL IS NOT WORKING AND I CHECKED MY FUSEBOX AND A FUSE WAS BURNED OUT SO I REPLACED IN AND IT BLEW OUT AGAIN SO SOME THING IS WRONG WITH MY WIRING AND I DO NOT KNOW WHAT TO DO NOW. *TR

Jun 27, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 112,000 mi

WE OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH WE HAD NOT HAD ANY INCIDENTS PRIOR BESIDES INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING. WE WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH WHEN I SUDDENLY SAW A VERY DENSE LIGHT GRAY SMOKE IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR. WE PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY. I TOLD EVERYONE TO EXIT THE...

Jun 27, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 112,000 mi

WE OWNED A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, WHICH WE HAD NOT HAD ANY INCIDENTS PRIOR BESIDES INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING. WE WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 65MPH WHEN I SUDDENLY SAW A VERY DENSE LIGHT GRAY SMOKE IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR. WE PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY. I TOLD EVERYONE TO EXIT THE...

Jun 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENT. BEING STATION IN EUROPE, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE MY AUTOMOBILE 100% WITH THE AUTOBAHNS. MY WINDSTAR IS A 2003 WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. WHILE DRIVING IT LOST ALL FORWA...

Jun 23, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENT. BEING STATION IN EUROPE, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE MY AUTOMOBILE 100% WITH THE AUTOBAHNS. MY WINDSTAR IS A 2003 WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. WHILE DRIVING IT LOST ALL FORWA...

Jun 23, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENT. BEING STATION IN EUROPE, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE MY AUTOMOBILE 100% WITH THE AUTOBAHNS. MY WINDSTAR IS A 2003 WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. WHILE DRIVING IT LOST ALL FORWA...

Jun 23, 2009 Power Train 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENT. BEING STATION IN EUROPE, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO HAVE MY AUTOMOBILE 100% WITH THE AUTOBAHNS. MY WINDSTAR IS A 2003 WITH ONLY 60,000 MILES. IT HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. WHILE DRIVING IT LOST ALL FORWA...

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION. OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING. MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY A BRAKE 'SQUEAL' NOISE. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED AND COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. NO COMPUTER CODES STORED. NO CODES PRESENT WHEN LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL, PADS, SHOES WITHIN SPECIFICATI...

Jun 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 74,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION. OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING. MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY A BRAKE 'SQUEAL' NOISE. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED AND COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. NO COMPUTER CODES STORED. NO CODES PRESENT WHEN LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL, PADS, SHOES WITHIN SPECIFICATI...

Jun 16, 2009 Electrical System

2009 FORD WINDSTAR. PURCHASED VAN 2 YEARS AGO AND IT HAS BEEN DIFFICULT! AUTOMATIC DOORS POP OPEN LOUDLY OR NOT AT ALL. HAD THAT FIXED. REAR WINDOW OCCASIONALLY WORK! INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER OR STAY ON AT DIFFERENT TIMES! REAR SENSOR SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Jun 16, 2009 Electrical System

2009 FORD WINDSTAR. PURCHASED VAN 2 YEARS AGO AND IT HAS BEEN DIFFICULT! AUTOMATIC DOORS POP OPEN LOUDLY OR NOT AT ALL. HAD THAT FIXED. REAR WINDOW OCCASIONALLY WORK! INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER OR STAY ON AT DIFFERENT TIMES! REAR SENSOR SIGNAL DOES NOT WORK. *TR

Jun 15, 2009 Power Train 160,000 mi

THE HARD SHIFTING STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO. NOW WITH 160,000KM THE TRANSMISSION NOW SHUDDERS AND SHIFTS ERRATIC. I WAS TOLD BY THE TRANSMISSION SHOP IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER NOT WORKING RIGHT WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE A DEFECT IN THE VALVE BODY. A COMPLETE REMANUFACTURE MAKING IT BETTER THAN FORD CAN...

Jun 15, 2009 Power Train 160,000 mi

THE HARD SHIFTING STARTED ABOUT A YEAR AGO. NOW WITH 160,000KM THE TRANSMISSION NOW SHUDDERS AND SHIFTS ERRATIC. I WAS TOLD BY THE TRANSMISSION SHOP IT'S THE TORQUE CONVERTER NOT WORKING RIGHT WHICH IS CAUSED BY THE A DEFECT IN THE VALVE BODY. A COMPLETE REMANUFACTURE MAKING IT BETTER THAN FORD CAN...

Jun 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE 2003 WINDSTAR LIGHT FLASHES ON DASH SCARED OF LOOSING BRAKES. *TR

Jun 10, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE 2003 WINDSTAR LIGHT FLASHES ON DASH SCARED OF LOOSING BRAKES. *TR

Jun 5, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DASH BECAUSE MY SON-IN-LAW SAID THERE IS BRAKE FLUID LEAK TOWARD THE BACK RIGHT SIDE OF THE ENGINE. WHEN IT IS HOT WEATHER OR THE ENGINE GETS HOT THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM BEFORE. IT HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT THE VAN. MY DEALER CLOSED F...

Jun 5, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON DASH BECAUSE MY SON-IN-LAW SAID THERE IS BRAKE FLUID LEAK TOWARD THE BACK RIGHT SIDE OF THE ENGINE. WHEN IT IS HOT WEATHER OR THE ENGINE GETS HOT THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM BEFORE. IT HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT THE VAN. MY DEALER CLOSED F...

Jun 4, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS AND E BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jun 4, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS AND E BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY. *TR

Jun 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

DURING WARM WEATHER, THE AMBER ABS INDICATOR AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE DISPLAYED, THEY REMAIN ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF. WHEN RESTARTED, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT DISPLAY IMMEDIATELY. THEY TYPICALLY RETURN WITH...

Jun 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 85,000 mi

DURING WARM WEATHER, THE AMBER ABS INDICATOR AND THE RED BRAKE LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE DISPLAYED, THEY REMAIN ON UNTIL THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF. WHEN RESTARTED, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT DISPLAY IMMEDIATELY. THEY TYPICALLY RETURN WITH...

May 30, 2009 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE KIDS AND THE FRONT RIGHT STRUT SPRING ON OUR 2003 WINDSTAR CRACKED IN TWO. IT BROKE THE STABILIZER END LINK AND THE STRUT BEARING PLATE. THE BROKEN SPRING RUBBED THE TIRE, BUT DIDN'T PUNCTURE IT. THE RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM DOESN'T APPLY TO THIS MODEL YE...

May 30, 2009 Suspension 150,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE KIDS AND THE FRONT RIGHT STRUT SPRING ON OUR 2003 WINDSTAR CRACKED IN TWO. IT BROKE THE STABILIZER END LINK AND THE STRUT BEARING PLATE. THE BROKEN SPRING RUBBED THE TIRE, BUT DIDN'T PUNCTURE IT. THE RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM DOESN'T APPLY TO THIS MODEL YE...

May 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 72,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT SUDDENLY COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE ABS WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHEN THOSE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

May 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES. THIS JUST STARTED. IS IT SERIOUS AND WHY ISN'T THERE A RECALL. IT IS A 2003 WINDSTAR. *TR

May 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 72,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT SUDDENLY COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE ABS WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHEN THOSE LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

May 28, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COME ON AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES. THIS JUST STARTED. IS IT SERIOUS AND WHY ISN'T THERE A RECALL. IT IS A 2003 WINDSTAR. *TR

May 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON 2003 WINDSTAR. THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (LOCATED UNDER BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER) IS LEAKING AND CAUSES THIS LIGHT TO BE ON. REPLACED SPEED CONTROL SWITCH BUT BOTH LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. RETRIEVED ABS CODE ERROR AND IT IS C1185 - RELATING TO THE ABS RELAY FAILURE WHICH IS CONNECTED...

May 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON 2003 WINDSTAR. THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (LOCATED UNDER BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER) IS LEAKING AND CAUSES THIS LIGHT TO BE ON. REPLACED SPEED CONTROL SWITCH BUT BOTH LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. RETRIEVED ABS CODE ERROR AND IT IS C1185 - RELATING TO THE ABS RELAY FAILURE WHICH IS CONNECTED...

May 27, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON 2003 WINDSTAR. THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (LOCATED UNDER BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER) IS LEAKING AND CAUSES THIS LIGHT TO BE ON. REPLACED SPEED CONTROL SWITCH BUT BOTH LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. RETRIEVED ABS CODE ERROR AND IT IS C1185 - RELATING TO THE ABS RELAY FAILURE WHICH IS CONNECTED...

May 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON 2003 WINDSTAR. THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (LOCATED UNDER BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER) IS LEAKING AND CAUSES THIS LIGHT TO BE ON. REPLACED SPEED CONTROL SWITCH BUT BOTH LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. RETRIEVED ABS CODE ERROR AND IT IS C1185 - RELATING TO THE ABS RELAY FAILURE WHICH IS CONNECTED...

May 18, 2009 Electrical System 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN I RESTARTED THE ENGINE THE LIGHTS TURNED OFF; BUT WHILE DRIVING THEY CAME BACK ON AGAIN. THIS NOW HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE. WHEN MY MECHANIC EXAMINED IT HE SAI...

May 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN I RESTARTED THE ENGINE THE LIGHTS TURNED OFF; BUT WHILE DRIVING THEY CAME BACK ON AGAIN. THIS NOW HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE. WHEN MY MECHANIC EXAMINED IT HE SAI...

May 18, 2009 Electrical System 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN I RESTARTED THE ENGINE THE LIGHTS TURNED OFF; BUT WHILE DRIVING THEY CAME BACK ON AGAIN. THIS NOW HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE. WHEN MY MECHANIC EXAMINED IT HE SAI...

May 18, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS AGO THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN I RESTARTED THE ENGINE THE LIGHTS TURNED OFF; BUT WHILE DRIVING THEY CAME BACK ON AGAIN. THIS NOW HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE. WHEN MY MECHANIC EXAMINED IT HE SAI...

May 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE FAILURE. SYSTEM HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURE, SMELL SOMETHING HOT WHEN IT HAPPENS. *TR

May 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS BRAKE FAILURE. SYSTEM HAS INTERMITTENT FAILURE, SMELL SOMETHING HOT WHEN IT HAPPENS. *TR

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 71,110 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, ABS LIGHT STAYS ON, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER DO NOT WORK NOW. *TR

May 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 71,110 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, ABS LIGHT STAYS ON, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER DO NOT WORK NOW. *TR

May 13, 2009 Parking Brake 122,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE. I'VE FOUND THIS TO BE HIGHLY FREQUENT PROBLEM ON 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTARS. ALSO READ THAT THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES AND EVEN DEATH. WE ALSO HAVE INTERNAL LIGHTS THAT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AS...

May 13, 2009 Electrical System 122,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE. I'VE FOUND THIS TO BE HIGHLY FREQUENT PROBLEM ON 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTARS. ALSO READ THAT THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES AND EVEN DEATH. WE ALSO HAVE INTERNAL LIGHTS THAT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AS...

May 13, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 71,110 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, ABS LIGHT STAYS ON, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER DO NOT WORK NOW. *TR

May 13, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 71,110 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, ABS LIGHT STAYS ON, BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE SPEEDOMETER AND THE ODOMETER DO NOT WORK NOW. *TR

May 13, 2009 Parking Brake 122,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE. I'VE FOUND THIS TO BE HIGHLY FREQUENT PROBLEM ON 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTARS. ALSO READ THAT THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES AND EVEN DEATH. WE ALSO HAVE INTERNAL LIGHTS THAT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AS...

May 13, 2009 Electrical System 122,000 mi

PARKING BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COME ON AFTER DRIVING A SHORT DISTANCE. I'VE FOUND THIS TO BE HIGHLY FREQUENT PROBLEM ON 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTARS. ALSO READ THAT THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES AND EVEN DEATH. WE ALSO HAVE INTERNAL LIGHTS THAT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS DANGEROUS AT NIGHT AS...

May 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 122,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. STARTED HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY IN JULY 2008 BUT NOW JUST ABOUT EVERY DAY. FORD DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE ON 5/13/09 AND FOUND HYDRAULIC CONTROL AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS NEED TO BE REPLACED. EST COST...

May 12, 2009 Parking Brake 122,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. STARTED HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY IN JULY 2008 BUT NOW JUST ABOUT EVERY DAY. FORD DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE ON 5/13/09 AND FOUND HYDRAULIC CONTROL AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS NEED TO BE REPLACED. EST COST...

May 12, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 122,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. STARTED HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY IN JULY 2008 BUT NOW JUST ABOUT EVERY DAY. FORD DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE ON 5/13/09 AND FOUND HYDRAULIC CONTROL AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS NEED TO BE REPLACED. EST COST...

May 12, 2009 Parking Brake 122,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. STARTED HAPPENING INTERMITTENTLY IN JULY 2008 BUT NOW JUST ABOUT EVERY DAY. FORD DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE ON 5/13/09 AND FOUND HYDRAULIC CONTROL AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS NEED TO BE REPLACED. EST COST...

May 8, 2009 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT A USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WE HAVE HAD ONE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER. ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS GOING ON. ENGINE LIGHT GOING ON. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND STAY ON OR THE LIGHTS START FLASHING AND FLICKERING. YESTERDAY THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE GON...

May 8, 2009 Power Train

WE BOUGHT A USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WE HAVE HAD ONE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER. ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS GOING ON. ENGINE LIGHT GOING ON. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND STAY ON OR THE LIGHTS START FLASHING AND FLICKERING. YESTERDAY THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE GON...

May 8, 2009 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT A USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WE HAVE HAD ONE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER. ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS GOING ON. ENGINE LIGHT GOING ON. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND STAY ON OR THE LIGHTS START FLASHING AND FLICKERING. YESTERDAY THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE GON...

May 8, 2009 Power Train

WE BOUGHT A USED 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX. WE HAVE HAD ONE ELECTRICAL PROBLEM AFTER ANOTHER. ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS GOING ON. ENGINE LIGHT GOING ON. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS GO ON AND STAY ON OR THE LIGHTS START FLASHING AND FLICKERING. YESTERDAY THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE GON...

May 5, 2009 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE VEHICLE HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN WE DROVE, SOMETIMES IT WOULD FEEL LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING, WELL IT DID ONE DAY GOING TO WORK, THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART DAMAGING THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION AND THE VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 65000 MILES ON IT WE BEGGED FORD...

May 5, 2009 Power Train 65,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE VEHICLE HAS ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WHEN WE DROVE, SOMETIMES IT WOULD FEEL LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS GOING, WELL IT DID ONE DAY GOING TO WORK, THE TORQUE CONVERTER CAME APART DAMAGING THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION AND THE VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 65000 MILES ON IT WE BEGGED FORD...

Apr 30, 2009 Electrical System

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Interior Lighting

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 97,120 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME BRAKES ARE FINE. *TR

Apr 30, 2009 Electrical System

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Interior Lighting

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WAS SKIPPING/JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE (HAPPENED RECENTLY), ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF W/O WARNING, INSIDE DOME LIGHTS WERE FLICKERING, AND FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD NOT STOP AFTER BEING TURNED OFF, UNTIL CAR WAS CUT OFF (HAPPENED OVER 2 YEAR PERIOD). HAD A DEALER TO FI...

Apr 30, 2009 Service Brakes, Electric 97,120 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ANTI LOCK BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON ALL THE TIME BRAKES ARE FINE. *TR

Apr 24, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND INTERMITTENTLY. MECHANIC DIAGNOSED AS A WIRING PROBLEM OR BAD ABS MODULE. *TR

Apr 24, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY AND INTERMITTENTLY. MECHANIC DIAGNOSED AS A WIRING PROBLEM OR BAD ABS MODULE. *TR

Apr 10, 2009 Wheels 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HUB HAS BEEN REPLACED 15 TIMES AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY; THEREFORE, THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD REPA...

Apr 10, 2009 Electrical System 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HUB HAS BEEN REPLACED 15 TIMES AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY; THEREFORE, THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD REPA...

Apr 10, 2009 Wheels 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HUB HAS BEEN REPLACED 15 TIMES AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY; THEREFORE, THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD REPA...

Apr 10, 2009 Electrical System 81,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HUB HAS BEEN REPLACED 15 TIMES AND THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS FAULTY. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY; THEREFORE, THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD REPA...

Apr 6, 2009 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS PROCEEDING IN A SOUTHBOUND DIRECTION IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN HE STRUCK A VEHICLE (GMC TRUCK) THAT FAILED TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN. THAT VEHICLE WAS MOVING WESTBOUND. THE IMPACT FIRST OCCURRED WITH THE WINDSTAR STRIKING THE TRUCK ON THE PASSENGER FRONT FENDER, WHICH THEN RESULTED...

Apr 6, 2009 Air Bags Crash 140,000 mi

MY HUSBAND WAS PROCEEDING IN A SOUTHBOUND DIRECTION IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN HE STRUCK A VEHICLE (GMC TRUCK) THAT FAILED TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN. THAT VEHICLE WAS MOVING WESTBOUND. THE IMPACT FIRST OCCURRED WITH THE WINDSTAR STRIKING THE TRUCK ON THE PASSENGER FRONT FENDER, WHICH THEN RESULTED...

Apr 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM THE CONNECTOR UNDER THE RESERVOIR. *TR

Apr 2, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID FROM THE CONNECTOR UNDER THE RESERVOIR. *TR

Mar 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR WOULD SPORADICALLY ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY CLEANED THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. THREE WEEKS LATER, THE FAILURE RESURFACED. CURRENTLY, THE FAILURE STILL ...

Mar 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR WOULD SPORADICALLY ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY CLEANED THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. THREE WEEKS LATER, THE FAILURE RESURFACED. CURRENTLY, THE FAILURE STILL ...

Mar 16, 2009 Electrical System 46,500 mi

ABS PROBLEM. IT OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AS SOON AS WARM WEATHER STARTS. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKOUT BY SEVERAL LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND THEY SAY IT IS A EXISTING PROBLEM WITH THE ABS UNIT. I HAVE HAD THE SWITCH ON THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED, STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. II HAVE CONTACTED FORD WITH POOR R...

Mar 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,500 mi

ABS PROBLEM. IT OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AS SOON AS WARM WEATHER STARTS. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKOUT BY SEVERAL LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND THEY SAY IT IS A EXISTING PROBLEM WITH THE ABS UNIT. I HAVE HAD THE SWITCH ON THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED, STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. II HAVE CONTACTED FORD WITH POOR R...

Mar 16, 2009 Electrical System 46,500 mi

ABS PROBLEM. IT OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AS SOON AS WARM WEATHER STARTS. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKOUT BY SEVERAL LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND THEY SAY IT IS A EXISTING PROBLEM WITH THE ABS UNIT. I HAVE HAD THE SWITCH ON THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED, STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. II HAVE CONTACTED FORD WITH POOR R...

Mar 16, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,500 mi

ABS PROBLEM. IT OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AS SOON AS WARM WEATHER STARTS. I HAVE HAD IT CHECKOUT BY SEVERAL LOCAL AUTO REPAIR SHOPS AND THEY SAY IT IS A EXISTING PROBLEM WITH THE ABS UNIT. I HAVE HAD THE SWITCH ON THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED, STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. II HAVE CONTACTED FORD WITH POOR R...

Mar 11, 2009 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Interior Lighting 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Steering 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Electrical System 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Power Train 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Interior Lighting 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 11, 2009 Steering 40,000 mi

WE HAVE HAD MANY DIFFERENT PROBLEMS WITH OUR '03 FORD WINDSTAR. WE HAVE HAD THE POWERSTEERING PUMP REPLACED 3 TIMES. WE HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT BECAUSE IS QUIT WORKING. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASH ARE ALWAYS ON. WE CAN NOT ADJUST THE TEMPERATURE OF THE A/C OR HEATER. IT IS ALW...

Mar 4, 2009 Electrical System 38,000 mi

MY FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD ALL OF IT'S BRAKES REDONE TWICE BECAUSE OF FAILURE OF ABS SYSTEM. AS I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THE ABS LIGHTS ALONG WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I HAD THE BRAKES REDONE TWICE, STILL HAPPENING COME TO FIND OUT IT IS A MALFUNCTION OF ABS UNIT ITSELF. DO I HAVE...

Mar 4, 2009 Power Train 88,000 mi

NO PROBLEMS WITH 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS APPROX 88,000 MILES. VEHICLE RUNNING AT HIGHWAY SPEED WHEN TRANSMISSION WHINED AND QUIT. LEFT OCCUPANTS STRANDED. UPON ONLINE SEARCH, HUNDREDS OF ISSUES WITH THE MAKE AND MODEL HAVING ISSUES WITH THE SAME PART. *TR

Mar 4, 2009 Electrical System 38,000 mi

MY FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD ALL OF IT'S BRAKES REDONE TWICE BECAUSE OF FAILURE OF ABS SYSTEM. AS I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THE ABS LIGHTS ALONG WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL COME ON THE DASHBOARD. I HAD THE BRAKES REDONE TWICE, STILL HAPPENING COME TO FIND OUT IT IS A MALFUNCTION OF ABS UNIT ITSELF. DO I HAVE...

Mar 4, 2009 Power Train 88,000 mi

NO PROBLEMS WITH 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS APPROX 88,000 MILES. VEHICLE RUNNING AT HIGHWAY SPEED WHEN TRANSMISSION WHINED AND QUIT. LEFT OCCUPANTS STRANDED. UPON ONLINE SEARCH, HUNDREDS OF ISSUES WITH THE MAKE AND MODEL HAVING ISSUES WITH THE SAME PART. *TR

Feb 24, 2009 Electrical System 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 24, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 24, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 24, 2009 Electrical System 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 24, 2009 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 24, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 108,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE, ABS BRAKE, CRUISE CONTROL, AND SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. OUR VAN HAS HAD THIS ISSUE TWICE NOW AND NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ITEM AS FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES IT PRESENTS! WE ARE LOOKING FOR NHTSA TO PRESS THEM FOR A RESOLUTION WITH...

Feb 23, 2009 Electrical System 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRES FROM THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH IN THE TRANSMISSION WERE BURNED AND THE FUSE WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN SMOKE WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. SMOKE WAS RISING FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE WOU...

Feb 23, 2009 Electrical System 96,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRES FROM THE OVERDRIVE SWITCH IN THE TRANSMISSION WERE BURNED AND THE FUSE WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN SMOKE WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED. SMOKE WAS RISING FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE WOU...

Feb 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT GO ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTIC CODE OF C1185. NO VIABLE REASON FOR THE FAILURE. LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD REGULARLY BUT WITH NO PARTICULAR PATTERN OR REASON. LOSS OF ABS BREAKS AS A RESULT. FEARFUL OF ACCIDENT OR VEHICLE FIRE DUE T...

Feb 17, 2009 Electrical System 30,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT GO ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTIC CODE OF C1185. NO VIABLE REASON FOR THE FAILURE. LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD REGULARLY BUT WITH NO PARTICULAR PATTERN OR REASON. LOSS OF ABS BREAKS AS A RESULT. FEARFUL OF ACCIDENT OR VEHICLE FIRE DUE T...

Feb 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT GO ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTIC CODE OF C1185. NO VIABLE REASON FOR THE FAILURE. LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD REGULARLY BUT WITH NO PARTICULAR PATTERN OR REASON. LOSS OF ABS BREAKS AS A RESULT. FEARFUL OF ACCIDENT OR VEHICLE FIRE DUE T...

Feb 17, 2009 Electrical System 30,000 mi

THE VEHICLE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT GO ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTIC CODE OF C1185. NO VIABLE REASON FOR THE FAILURE. LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH BOARD REGULARLY BUT WITH NO PARTICULAR PATTERN OR REASON. LOSS OF ABS BREAKS AS A RESULT. FEARFUL OF ACCIDENT OR VEHICLE FIRE DUE T...

Feb 16, 2009 Electrical System 110,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT (E-BRAKE) AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AFTER ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THIS EITHER CAUSE THE ABS TO DISABLE OR NOT DEPENDING ON WHICH MECHANIC I TALK TO. TWO MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT THIS, AND RECENTLY I WAS DENIED AN EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO THIS (NON-EMISSION RELATED)...

Feb 16, 2009 Parking Brake 110,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT (E-BRAKE) AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AFTER ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THIS EITHER CAUSE THE ABS TO DISABLE OR NOT DEPENDING ON WHICH MECHANIC I TALK TO. TWO MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT THIS, AND RECENTLY I WAS DENIED AN EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO THIS (NON-EMISSION RELATED)...

Feb 16, 2009 Electrical System 110,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT (E-BRAKE) AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AFTER ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THIS EITHER CAUSE THE ABS TO DISABLE OR NOT DEPENDING ON WHICH MECHANIC I TALK TO. TWO MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT THIS, AND RECENTLY I WAS DENIED AN EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO THIS (NON-EMISSION RELATED)...

Feb 16, 2009 Parking Brake 110,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHT (E-BRAKE) AND ABS LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AFTER ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING. THIS EITHER CAUSE THE ABS TO DISABLE OR NOT DEPENDING ON WHICH MECHANIC I TALK TO. TWO MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT THIS, AND RECENTLY I WAS DENIED AN EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO THIS (NON-EMISSION RELATED)...

Feb 13, 2009 Structure 95,802 mi

I AM ENTERING THIS INFO ON BEHALF OF MY BROTHER, DANIEL CULLEN OF MEADVILLE PENNSYLVANIA. DAN DOES NOT REGULARLY USE THE INTERNET. HIS 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY FALL OFF DUE TO RUST. THE CAR ONLY HAD 95,802 MILES AND WAS LESS THAN 6 YEARS OLD. THE RUSTED PART ...

Feb 13, 2009 Suspension 95,802 mi

I AM ENTERING THIS INFO ON BEHALF OF MY BROTHER, DANIEL CULLEN OF MEADVILLE PENNSYLVANIA. DAN DOES NOT REGULARLY USE THE INTERNET. HIS 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY FALL OFF DUE TO RUST. THE CAR ONLY HAD 95,802 MILES AND WAS LESS THAN 6 YEARS OLD. THE RUSTED PART ...

Feb 13, 2009 Structure 95,802 mi

I AM ENTERING THIS INFO ON BEHALF OF MY BROTHER, DANIEL CULLEN OF MEADVILLE PENNSYLVANIA. DAN DOES NOT REGULARLY USE THE INTERNET. HIS 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY FALL OFF DUE TO RUST. THE CAR ONLY HAD 95,802 MILES AND WAS LESS THAN 6 YEARS OLD. THE RUSTED PART ...

Feb 13, 2009 Suspension 95,802 mi

I AM ENTERING THIS INFO ON BEHALF OF MY BROTHER, DANIEL CULLEN OF MEADVILLE PENNSYLVANIA. DAN DOES NOT REGULARLY USE THE INTERNET. HIS 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD WINDSTAR HAS THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY FALL OFF DUE TO RUST. THE CAR ONLY HAD 95,802 MILES AND WAS LESS THAN 6 YEARS OLD. THE RUSTED PART ...

Feb 3, 2009 Electrical System 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Feb 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Feb 3, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Feb 3, 2009 Electrical System 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Feb 3, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Feb 3, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 145,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR. BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON, FLUID LEAKING OUT OF BRAKE PRESSURE SWITCH. FLUID WICKING DOWN TO OTHER WIRES BLOWING FUSES. ABS CONTROL UNIT WIRES SOAKED IN FLUID. POSSIBLE FIRE. ALSO ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS STICK BOTH FAIL TO UNLOCK AND FAIL TO LOCK EVEN THOUGH THE SOLENOID ...

Jan 29, 2009 Suspension 59,396 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRING FAILED AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED ...

Jan 29, 2009 Suspension 59,396 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRING FAILED AND PUNCTURED THE TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED ...

Jan 28, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,100 mi

THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I WENT TO A LOCAL PARTS STORE AND THEY PULLED THE CODES FOR ME. THE CODES CAME UP PO171 AND PO174. I THEN WENT TO A FORD DEALER FOR REPAIRS AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE INTAKE GASKETS. I WAS ADVISED THAT THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAD THEM REPLACED. I D...

Jan 28, 2009 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO CHILD PROOF LOCKS; HOWEVER, THE DOOR WOULD ONLY OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER'S SIDE ...

Jan 28, 2009 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO CHILD PROOF LOCKS; HOWEVER, THE DOOR WOULD ONLY OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER'S SIDE ...

Jan 28, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,100 mi

THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I WENT TO A LOCAL PARTS STORE AND THEY PULLED THE CODES FOR ME. THE CODES CAME UP PO171 AND PO174. I THEN WENT TO A FORD DEALER FOR REPAIRS AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS THE INTAKE GASKETS. I WAS ADVISED THAT THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAD THEM REPLACED. I D...

Jan 28, 2009 Structure

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO CHILD PROOF LOCKS; HOWEVER, THE DOOR WOULD ONLY OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER'S SIDE ...

Jan 28, 2009 Visibility

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO CHILD PROOF LOCKS; HOWEVER, THE DOOR WOULD ONLY OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER'S SIDE ...

Jan 27, 2009 Electrical System

I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHIN ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT, AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT LIGHT UP ON THE DASH. THE BRAKES STILL SEEM TO BE WORKING PROPERLY. I EVEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. HOWEVER, ...

Jan 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHIN ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT, AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT LIGHT UP ON THE DASH. THE BRAKES STILL SEEM TO BE WORKING PROPERLY. I EVEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. HOWEVER, ...

Jan 27, 2009 Electrical System

I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHIN ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT, AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT LIGHT UP ON THE DASH. THE BRAKES STILL SEEM TO BE WORKING PROPERLY. I EVEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. HOWEVER, ...

Jan 27, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I DRIVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WITHIN ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES OF STARTING THE VEHICLE, BOTH THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT, AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT LIGHT UP ON THE DASH. THE BRAKES STILL SEEM TO BE WORKING PROPERLY. I EVEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. HOWEVER, ...

Jan 25, 2009 Power Train 126,000 mi

WE HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN LATE 2006 TO EARLY 2007 AND NOW WE NEED TO REPLACE IT AGAIN. THE 2ND TIME THE O/D LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND WITHIN AND HOUR TO AN HOUR AND A HALF THE CAR NEEDED TOWED BACK TO OUR HOUSE WHERE IT IS SITTING NOW. ANOTHER PROBLEM WE HAVE A...

Jan 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE FOR OVER 3 YEARS AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF ON MY DASH. I RAN A SYSTEM CHECK AND IT IS NOT READING THE ERROR I NEED TO KNOW IF THERE REALLY IS A DEFECT AND IF FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THIS . *TR

Jan 25, 2009 Power Train 126,000 mi

WE HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN LATE 2006 TO EARLY 2007 AND NOW WE NEED TO REPLACE IT AGAIN. THE 2ND TIME THE O/D LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND WITHIN AND HOUR TO AN HOUR AND A HALF THE CAR NEEDED TOWED BACK TO OUR HOUSE WHERE IT IS SITTING NOW. ANOTHER PROBLEM WE HAVE A...

Jan 25, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE FOR OVER 3 YEARS AND THE ABS LIGHT WILL NOT TURN OFF ON MY DASH. I RAN A SYSTEM CHECK AND IT IS NOT READING THE ERROR I NEED TO KNOW IF THERE REALLY IS A DEFECT AND IF FORD NEEDS TO RECALL THIS . *TR

Jan 24, 2009 Electrical System 115,800 mi

SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD,THEN AFTER A FEW WEEKS THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON. AT THE SAME TIME AS THE ABS LIGHT THE SPEEDOMETER STARTED GOING ALL OVER THE PLACE. ALSO AT THIS TIME CRUISE CONTROL WHEN ON WOULD DEACTIVATE AND BASICALLY DO WHATEVER IT WANTED. BUT WHILE ALL THIS WAS HAPPENING TH...

Jan 24, 2009 Electrical System 115,800 mi

SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD,THEN AFTER A FEW WEEKS THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON. AT THE SAME TIME AS THE ABS LIGHT THE SPEEDOMETER STARTED GOING ALL OVER THE PLACE. ALSO AT THIS TIME CRUISE CONTROL WHEN ON WOULD DEACTIVATE AND BASICALLY DO WHATEVER IT WANTED. BUT WHILE ALL THIS WAS HAPPENING TH...

Jan 6, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 106,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED AT THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2008 FROM A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. IN NOVEMBER, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON THE DASH. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE VAN AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TRANSMISSION REPAIR AND HAD THEM LOOK AT THIS PROBLEM. THEY HAVE TO...

Jan 6, 2009 Power Train 106,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED AT THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2008 FROM A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. IN NOVEMBER, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON THE DASH. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE VAN AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TRANSMISSION REPAIR AND HAD THEM LOOK AT THIS PROBLEM. THEY HAVE TO...

Jan 6, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 106,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED AT THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2008 FROM A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. IN NOVEMBER, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON THE DASH. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE VAN AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TRANSMISSION REPAIR AND HAD THEM LOOK AT THIS PROBLEM. THEY HAVE TO...

Jan 6, 2009 Power Train 106,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT I PURCHASED AT THE END OF SEPTEMBER 2008 FROM A LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP. IN NOVEMBER, THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED INTERMITTENTLY COMING ON THE DASH. I CURRENTLY HAVE THE VAN AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TRANSMISSION REPAIR AND HAD THEM LOOK AT THIS PROBLEM. THEY HAVE TO...

Dec 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE VAN AN DRIVING OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD, THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERED AND THERE WAS A WISP OF SMOKE FROM WITHIN THE DASHBOARD AREA, THOUGH I DIDN'T WITNESS ANY FLAMES. THE CONSOLE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED THE BATTERY IN CASE IT WAS W...

Dec 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF STARTING THE VAN AN DRIVING OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD, THE CONSOLE LIGHTS FLICKERED AND THERE WAS A WISP OF SMOKE FROM WITHIN THE DASHBOARD AREA, THOUGH I DIDN'T WITNESS ANY FLAMES. THE CONSOLE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. I SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED THE BATTERY IN CASE IT WAS W...

Dec 27, 2008 Electrical System 50,355 mi

WE BOUGHT A USED WINDSTAR IN JULY OF 2007 HAVE BEEN HAVING THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMING ON AT TIMES. *TR

Dec 27, 2008 Electrical System 50,355 mi

WE BOUGHT A USED WINDSTAR IN JULY OF 2007 HAVE BEEN HAVING THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT COMING ON AT TIMES. *TR

Dec 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,095 mi

MOISTURE ON ROAD, RED BRAKE LIGHT ON. YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON NO SPEEDOMETER , NO CRUISE CONTROL. VAN PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. *TR

Dec 21, 2008 Electrical System 90,095 mi

MOISTURE ON ROAD, RED BRAKE LIGHT ON. YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON NO SPEEDOMETER , NO CRUISE CONTROL. VAN PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. *TR

Dec 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,095 mi

MOISTURE ON ROAD, RED BRAKE LIGHT ON. YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON NO SPEEDOMETER , NO CRUISE CONTROL. VAN PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. *TR

Dec 21, 2008 Electrical System 90,095 mi

MOISTURE ON ROAD, RED BRAKE LIGHT ON. YELLOW ABS LIGHT ON NO SPEEDOMETER , NO CRUISE CONTROL. VAN PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. *TR

Dec 14, 2008 Power Train

THE FORD WINDSTAR STOP SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING. IF YOU ARE IN TRAFFIC, THIS COULD BE FATAL. *TR

Dec 14, 2008 Power Train

THE FORD WINDSTAR STOP SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING. IF YOU ARE IN TRAFFIC, THIS COULD BE FATAL. *TR

Nov 26, 2008 Electrical System 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Exterior Lighting 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Interior Lighting 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Electrical System 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Exterior Lighting 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Interior Lighting 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 26, 2008 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

IT STARTED WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING COMING ON WHILE DRIVING ,THEN THE DASH WINDOWS ND RADIO ,BATTERY DYING AND THE OUTSIDE LIGHTING STAYING ON WHILE KEYS WERE OUT AND NOT WORKING ONCE STARTED. THEY ARE ALL HAPPENING CONSTANTLY EVEN WITH ALL THE NEW PARTS THAT THE FORD GARAGE REPLACED{BATTERY,SWITC...

Nov 25, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,008 mi

ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008, MY WIFE WAS HEADING HOME FROM WORK AT MIDNIGHT WHEN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SHE USED LOST ALL GEARS WITHOUT NOTICE. SHE LEFT WORK AND MADE SEVERAL STOPS AT LIGHTS AND NEVER NOTICED A PROBLEM UNTIL SHE WAS AT A STOP SIGN. WHEN SHE WENT TO EXECUTE THE TURN, THE GEARS WERE GONE. ...

Nov 25, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 52,008 mi

ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008, MY WIFE WAS HEADING HOME FROM WORK AT MIDNIGHT WHEN THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SHE USED LOST ALL GEARS WITHOUT NOTICE. SHE LEFT WORK AND MADE SEVERAL STOPS AT LIGHTS AND NEVER NOTICED A PROBLEM UNTIL SHE WAS AT A STOP SIGN. WHEN SHE WENT TO EXECUTE THE TURN, THE GEARS WERE GONE. ...

Nov 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I KEPT GETTING AN INTERMITTENT BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT THAT RESETS WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. MY MECHANIC TROUBLESHOOT IT DOWN TO THE ECM FOR THE ABS. FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. I AM SURE THEY HAVE FIXED PLENTY OF THESE BY N...

Nov 18, 2008 Electrical System

I KEPT GETTING AN INTERMITTENT BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT THAT RESETS WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. MY MECHANIC TROUBLESHOOT IT DOWN TO THE ECM FOR THE ABS. FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. I AM SURE THEY HAVE FIXED PLENTY OF THESE BY N...

Nov 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I KEPT GETTING AN INTERMITTENT BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT THAT RESETS WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. MY MECHANIC TROUBLESHOOT IT DOWN TO THE ECM FOR THE ABS. FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. I AM SURE THEY HAVE FIXED PLENTY OF THESE BY N...

Nov 18, 2008 Electrical System

I KEPT GETTING AN INTERMITTENT BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT THAT RESETS WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. MY MECHANIC TROUBLESHOOT IT DOWN TO THE ECM FOR THE ABS. FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. I AM SURE THEY HAVE FIXED PLENTY OF THESE BY N...

Nov 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 17, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 17, 2008 Visibility

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 17, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 17, 2008 Visibility

2003 FORD WINDSTAR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY. NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, I.E, DOORS NOT UNLOCKING, LOCKING FOR NO REASON. BLEND DOOR STICKING, NOT ALLOWING FOR HEAT OR DEFROSTING. *TR

Nov 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN FOR THE LAST 20 30 THOUSAND MILES THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND RANDOMLY. HAD IT CHECKED AT REPAIR SHOP. THEY COULD NOT DETECT OR SIMULATE PROBLEM. QUOTED $800.00 - $1200.00 TO REPLACE SWITCHES/WIRES AS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS. IN CHECKING WITH COMPLA...

Nov 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,012 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Nov 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN FOR THE LAST 20 30 THOUSAND MILES THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND RANDOMLY. HAD IT CHECKED AT REPAIR SHOP. THEY COULD NOT DETECT OR SIMULATE PROBLEM. QUOTED $800.00 - $1200.00 TO REPLACE SWITCHES/WIRES AS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS. IN CHECKING WITH COMPLA...

Nov 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 81,012 mi

ABS, BRAKE LIGHT AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON. *TR

Nov 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE WITH 72,000. THE PAST MONTH AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 15 MILES, THE REAR BRAKES SCREECH VERY VERY LOUD AND WHEN THE CAR STOPS, THE RED BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. IT DOES NOT DO THIS UNTIL THE CAR HAS WARMED UP. I HAVE HAD NEW BRAKES, CALIPERS, PADS ETC REPLACED ON THE FRON...

Nov 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE WITH 72,000. THE PAST MONTH AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 15 MILES, THE REAR BRAKES SCREECH VERY VERY LOUD AND WHEN THE CAR STOPS, THE RED BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON. IT DOES NOT DO THIS UNTIL THE CAR HAS WARMED UP. I HAVE HAD NEW BRAKES, CALIPERS, PADS ETC REPLACED ON THE FRON...

Oct 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN THE CAR WARMS UP. *TR

Oct 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 52,000 mi

MY ABS LIGHTS COME ON WHEN THE CAR WARMS UP. *TR

Oct 22, 2008 Electrical System 110,000 mi

I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES WITH THIS VEHICLE INCLUDE THE WIRES CORRODING FOR THE BRAKE/ABS LINES, THE IGNITION WIRES FAILING AND THE MORE MINOR CODES PRODUCED FOR FAULTY SENSORS IN THE DOOR AJAR SYSTEM. I AM CURRENTLY DETERMINING IF IT PAYS FOR ME TO REPLACE THE WIRING, OR JUNK THE VEHIC...

Oct 22, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 67,000 mi

LEFT REAR AUTOMATIC CLOSING DOOR WILL BEGIN TO CLOSE, JUST BEFORE LATCHING THE DOOR WILL RE-OPEN ITSELF. *TR

Oct 22, 2008 Electrical System 110,000 mi

I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES WITH THIS VEHICLE INCLUDE THE WIRES CORRODING FOR THE BRAKE/ABS LINES, THE IGNITION WIRES FAILING AND THE MORE MINOR CODES PRODUCED FOR FAULTY SENSORS IN THE DOOR AJAR SYSTEM. I AM CURRENTLY DETERMINING IF IT PAYS FOR ME TO REPLACE THE WIRING, OR JUNK THE VEHIC...

Oct 22, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 67,000 mi

LEFT REAR AUTOMATIC CLOSING DOOR WILL BEGIN TO CLOSE, JUST BEFORE LATCHING THE DOOR WILL RE-OPEN ITSELF. *TR

Oct 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ABS LIGHT, TRAC ACTIVE LIGHT, AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF AND STAY ON FOR VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF TIME AND THEN JUST TURN OFF ON THEIR OWN WITH NO APPARENT REASON FOUND. CAR OPERATES FINE WHEN THESE LIGHTS COME ON. I AM WORRIED ABOUT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS IS STILL AN...

Oct 15, 2008 Parking Brake 90,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ABS LIGHT, TRAC ACTIVE LIGHT, AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF AND STAY ON FOR VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF TIME AND THEN JUST TURN OFF ON THEIR OWN WITH NO APPARENT REASON FOUND. CAR OPERATES FINE WHEN THESE LIGHTS COME ON. I AM WORRIED ABOUT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS IS STILL AN...

Oct 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ABS LIGHT, TRAC ACTIVE LIGHT, AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF AND STAY ON FOR VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF TIME AND THEN JUST TURN OFF ON THEIR OWN WITH NO APPARENT REASON FOUND. CAR OPERATES FINE WHEN THESE LIGHTS COME ON. I AM WORRIED ABOUT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS IS STILL AN...

Oct 15, 2008 Parking Brake 90,000 mi

FORD WINDSTAR 2003 ABS LIGHT, TRAC ACTIVE LIGHT, AND BRAKE LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF AND STAY ON FOR VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF TIME AND THEN JUST TURN OFF ON THEIR OWN WITH NO APPARENT REASON FOUND. CAR OPERATES FINE WHEN THESE LIGHTS COME ON. I AM WORRIED ABOUT A VEHICLE FIRE. THIS IS STILL AN...

Oct 14, 2008 Power Train 117,085 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TURNED THE CORNER AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. I BARELY MISSED BEING HIT WHILE THE VAN COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I HAVE OWNED TWO PREVIOUS WINDSTARS THAT WERE A 1995 AND A 1998 THAT I HAD THE TRANSMISSIONS GO OUT O...

Oct 14, 2008 Air Bags 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE SIDE AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES AND THE SEAT WAS DAMAGED. THE DEALER ADVISED HER TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE...

Oct 14, 2008 Power Train 117,085 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I TURNED THE CORNER AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, NO FORWARD OR REVERSE. I BARELY MISSED BEING HIT WHILE THE VAN COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I HAVE OWNED TWO PREVIOUS WINDSTARS THAT WERE A 1995 AND A 1998 THAT I HAD THE TRANSMISSIONS GO OUT O...

Oct 14, 2008 Air Bags 135,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE SIDE AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES AND THE SEAT WAS DAMAGED. THE DEALER ADVISED HER TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE...

Oct 13, 2008 Seat Belts 60,114 mi

WHEN STARTING CAR AIRBAG LIGHT CONT' ON. CONT' PROBLEM PRETENTION RETRACTOR REPLACED-WORKING. NO OLD PARTS RETURNED TO ME. *TR

Oct 13, 2008 Air Bags 60,114 mi

WHEN STARTING CAR AIRBAG LIGHT CONT' ON. CONT' PROBLEM PRETENTION RETRACTOR REPLACED-WORKING. NO OLD PARTS RETURNED TO ME. *TR

Oct 13, 2008 Seat Belts 60,114 mi

WHEN STARTING CAR AIRBAG LIGHT CONT' ON. CONT' PROBLEM PRETENTION RETRACTOR REPLACED-WORKING. NO OLD PARTS RETURNED TO ME. *TR

Oct 13, 2008 Air Bags 60,114 mi

WHEN STARTING CAR AIRBAG LIGHT CONT' ON. CONT' PROBLEM PRETENTION RETRACTOR REPLACED-WORKING. NO OLD PARTS RETURNED TO ME. *TR

Oct 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. CAUSED BY BRAKE FLUID LEAK WHICH COULD LEAD TO A FIRE. *TR

Oct 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 119,522 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON ALL OF A SUDDEN. LOOKED UNDER HOOD AND NOTICED A LEAK IN A SWITCH ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. NOTICED EXACT SAME PROBLEM DISCUSSED ON SEVERAL ONLINE FORUMS, I GOT MOST OF MY INFORMATION FROM HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/ *TR

Oct 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COMES ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. CAUSED BY BRAKE FLUID LEAK WHICH COULD LEAD TO A FIRE. *TR

Oct 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 119,522 mi

BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON ALL OF A SUDDEN. LOOKED UNDER HOOD AND NOTICED A LEAK IN A SWITCH ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. NOTICED EXACT SAME PROBLEM DISCUSSED ON SEVERAL ONLINE FORUMS, I GOT MOST OF MY INFORMATION FROM HTTP://WWW.FORDWINDSTARRECALL.INFO/ *TR

Oct 6, 2008 Electrical System

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 6, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 6, 2008 Equipment

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 6, 2008 Electrical System

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 6, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 6, 2008 Equipment

PURCHASED A USED VAN FROM LOCAL DEALER. IT HAS A DVD PLAYER ALREADY INSTALLED (NOT FACTORY INSTALLED). APPROX. 6 MONTHS LATER, I COMPLAINED TO SERVICE ASSOC. WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE, THAT MY RADIO DOES NOT GET STATIONS CLEARLY. MAYBE THERE'S A PROBLEM WITH THE ANTENNAE. HE SAID, "IT'S A F...

Oct 5, 2008 Power Train 64,750 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 64750 MILES. A FEW DAYS AGO MY WIFE WENT TO LEAVE FOR WORK AND WHEN SHE PUT IT INTO GEAR IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR SELECTED. HAD MY LOCAL MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND HE SUSPECTED A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AAMCO FOR REPAIR AND I WAS TOLD THAT ...

Oct 5, 2008 Power Train 64,750 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH 64750 MILES. A FEW DAYS AGO MY WIFE WENT TO LEAVE FOR WORK AND WHEN SHE PUT IT INTO GEAR IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR SELECTED. HAD MY LOCAL MECHANIC LOOK AT IT AND HE SUSPECTED A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AAMCO FOR REPAIR AND I WAS TOLD THAT ...

Oct 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE FRONT PANEL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. WE HAVE BROUGHT IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, WHO HAVE REPLACED THE MASTER CYLINDER TO NO EFFECT. IN COMMUNICATING WITH OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS, I HAVE LEARNED THAT A LIKELY CAUSE IS LEAKAGE FROM A SWITCH ONTO A CABLE HARNESS, WHIC...

Oct 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE FRONT PANEL COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. WE HAVE BROUGHT IT TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP, WHO HAVE REPLACED THE MASTER CYLINDER TO NO EFFECT. IN COMMUNICATING WITH OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS, I HAVE LEARNED THAT A LIKELY CAUSE IS LEAKAGE FROM A SWITCH ONTO A CABLE HARNESS, WHIC...

Sep 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME AFTER THE CAR IS STARTED. WE TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC BUT HE WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. PERSONALLY I THINK IT SHOULD BE A RECALL ISSUE. *TR

Sep 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

WE HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME AFTER THE CAR IS STARTED. WE TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC BUT HE WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. PERSONALLY I THINK IT SHOULD BE A RECALL ISSUE. *TR

Sep 23, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL NEVER HAS WORKED, HAVE FIXED THE BRAKES AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. NOW I THINK THE 02 SENSOR I GUESS IT MAY BE THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS OUT ALSO I THINK IT KEEP ON BURNING UP MY ALTERNATORS, I PUT A NEW LAST YEAR AND JUST HAD TO PUT ANOTHER ONE AND I...

Sep 23, 2008 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL NEVER HAS WORKED, HAVE FIXED THE BRAKES AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. NOW I THINK THE 02 SENSOR I GUESS IT MAY BE THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS OUT ALSO I THINK IT KEEP ON BURNING UP MY ALTERNATORS, I PUT A NEW LAST YEAR AND JUST HAD TO PUT ANOTHER ONE AND I...

Sep 23, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL NEVER HAS WORKED, HAVE FIXED THE BRAKES AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. NOW I THINK THE 02 SENSOR I GUESS IT MAY BE THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS OUT ALSO I THINK IT KEEP ON BURNING UP MY ALTERNATORS, I PUT A NEW LAST YEAR AND JUST HAD TO PUT ANOTHER ONE AND I...

Sep 23, 2008 Electrical System 45,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHTS STAYS ON, CRUISE CONTROL NEVER HAS WORKED, HAVE FIXED THE BRAKES AND THE LIGHTS ARE STILL ON. NOW I THINK THE 02 SENSOR I GUESS IT MAY BE THE OXYGEN SENSOR IS OUT ALSO I THINK IT KEEP ON BURNING UP MY ALTERNATORS, I PUT A NEW LAST YEAR AND JUST HAD TO PUT ANOTHER ONE AND I...

Sep 22, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WITH A WARNING TO CHECK THE SYSTEM. WHEN CHECKED, NOTHING PHYSICAL CAN BE FOUND WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN THE VEHECLE IS RESTARTED THE LIGHT IS OUT. *TR

Sep 22, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100,000 mi

THE ABS BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON WITH A WARNING TO CHECK THE SYSTEM. WHEN CHECKED, NOTHING PHYSICAL CAN BE FOUND WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN THE VEHECLE IS RESTARTED THE LIGHT IS OUT. *TR

Sep 17, 2008 Exterior Lighting 91 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHEN CAR IS RUNNING FOR A WHILE OR HEATED UP. CAR SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING IS BURNING. *TR

Sep 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHEN CAR IS RUNNING FOR A WHILE OR HEATED UP. CAR SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING IS BURNING. *TR

Sep 17, 2008 Exterior Lighting 91 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHEN CAR IS RUNNING FOR A WHILE OR HEATED UP. CAR SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING IS BURNING. *TR

Sep 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON WHEN CAR IS RUNNING FOR A WHILE OR HEATED UP. CAR SMELLS LIKE SOMETHING IS BURNING. *TR

Sep 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AT THE SAME TIME. IT IS RANDOM WHEN IT HAPPENS, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE AUTOMOBILE IS DRIVEN. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN BACK NUMEROUS TIMES TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I AM TOLD THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND TO DATE NOTHING CAN BE DONE TO FIX IT. ALSO THE EMERGENC...

Sep 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS/BRAKE LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AT THE SAME TIME. IT IS RANDOM WHEN IT HAPPENS, BUT IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME THE AUTOMOBILE IS DRIVEN. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN BACK NUMEROUS TIMES TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I AM TOLD THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND TO DATE NOTHING CAN BE DONE TO FIX IT. ALSO THE EMERGENC...

Sep 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2003 WINDSTAR, AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF EVEN AFTER HAVING THE BRAKES REPLACED. IN SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS I CAME ACROSS A RECALL FOR 1999-2003 MODELS, HOWEVER, MY VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THIS UPSET ME BECAUSE MY CAR WAS EXPERIENCING THE EXACT PROBLEM. I CALLED 2 FORD DEALERS FOR...

Sep 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

I DRIVE A 2003 WINDSTAR, AND THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT GO OFF EVEN AFTER HAVING THE BRAKES REPLACED. IN SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS I CAME ACROSS A RECALL FOR 1999-2003 MODELS, HOWEVER, MY VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THIS UPSET ME BECAUSE MY CAR WAS EXPERIENCING THE EXACT PROBLEM. I CALLED 2 FORD DEALERS FOR...

Sep 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT ABOUT 80 PERCENT OF THE TIME DISPLAYS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED (FOR $100) AT A LOCAL FORD DEALER AS A DEFECTIVE ABS ECU, WHICH COSTS APPROXIMATELY $750.00. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN RECURRING SINCE THE VEHICLE PAS...

Sep 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT ABOUT 80 PERCENT OF THE TIME DISPLAYS THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED (FOR $100) AT A LOCAL FORD DEALER AS A DEFECTIVE ABS ECU, WHICH COSTS APPROXIMATELY $750.00. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN RECURRING SINCE THE VEHICLE PAS...

Sep 7, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON, DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A REPLACEMENT OF THE ABC TRANSDUCER AND MODULE. BASED ON WHAT I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DISCOVER, THIS DOESN'T APPEARS TO BE A NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR SORT OF THING BUT A DESIGN PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 7, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON, DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A REPLACEMENT OF THE ABC TRANSDUCER AND MODULE. BASED ON WHAT I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DISCOVER, THIS DOESN'T APPEARS TO BE A NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR SORT OF THING BUT A DESIGN PROBLEM. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN; LESS THAN 80,000 MILES ON VEHICLE; REPLACED BY FORD DEALERSHIP ON 9-5-2008 FOR A COST OF OVER $1,400; PREVENTABLE ACTION TAKEN BEFORE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OCCURRED. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 78,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN; LESS THAN 80,000 MILES ON VEHICLE; REPLACED BY FORD DEALERSHIP ON 9-5-2008 FOR A COST OF OVER $1,400; PREVENTABLE ACTION TAKEN BEFORE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OCCURRED. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 78,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN; LESS THAN 80,000 MILES ON VEHICLE; REPLACED BY FORD DEALERSHIP ON 9-5-2008 FOR A COST OF OVER $1,400; PREVENTABLE ACTION TAKEN BEFORE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OCCURRED. *TR

Sep 5, 2008 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 78,000 mi

ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILURE IN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN; LESS THAN 80,000 MILES ON VEHICLE; REPLACED BY FORD DEALERSHIP ON 9-5-2008 FOR A COST OF OVER $1,400; PREVENTABLE ACTION TAKEN BEFORE SERIOUS ACCIDENT OCCURRED. *TR

Sep 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 132,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS ALSO FLUID LEAKING AND MELTED WIRES UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 135,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000.

Sep 4, 2008 Electrical System Fire 132,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS ALSO FLUID LEAKING AND MELTED WIRES UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 135,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000.

Sep 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 132,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS ALSO FLUID LEAKING AND MELTED WIRES UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 135,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000.

Sep 4, 2008 Electrical System Fire 132,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, FOLLOWED BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS ALSO FLUID LEAKING AND MELTED WIRES UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 135,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000.

Sep 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

REPLACING BRAKE PADS FRONT/REAR. *TR

Sep 2, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 90,000 mi

REPLACING BRAKE PADS FRONT/REAR. *TR

Aug 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 95,876 mi

ABS YELLOW LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ARE ON MOST OF THE TIME, IT WILL RESET WITH RESTART OF THE CAR AND SOMETIMES STAY OFF FOR SEVERAL MILES AND APPLYING THE BREAK HAS NO EFFECT, IT WILL COME ON WITH NO BREAK ACTION AT ALL. WHAT WE DO NOT KNOW IS IF THE ABS BREAK ACTION IS FUNCTIONING DURING THIS TI...

Aug 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 95,876 mi

ABS YELLOW LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ARE ON MOST OF THE TIME, IT WILL RESET WITH RESTART OF THE CAR AND SOMETIMES STAY OFF FOR SEVERAL MILES AND APPLYING THE BREAK HAS NO EFFECT, IT WILL COME ON WITH NO BREAK ACTION AT ALL. WHAT WE DO NOT KNOW IS IF THE ABS BREAK ACTION IS FUNCTIONING DURING THIS TI...

Aug 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 55,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS EXHIBITING IDENTICAL PROBLEMS AS NUMEROUS OTHER 2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES. THEY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: 1) ABS BRAKE SYSTEM - BRAKE MODULE MELTS AND FAILS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. 2) ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - INTERIOR LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY REMAIN ON WHEN VEHIC...

Aug 27, 2008 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE ABOVE 90 DEGREES. *TR

Aug 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 55,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS EXHIBITING IDENTICAL PROBLEMS AS NUMEROUS OTHER 2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES. THEY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: 1) ABS BRAKE SYSTEM - BRAKE MODULE MELTS AND FAILS DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. 2) ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS - INTERIOR LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY REMAIN ON WHEN VEHIC...

Aug 27, 2008 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 118,000 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE ABOVE 90 DEGREES. *TR

Aug 21, 2008 Electrical System 63,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH HAS ONLY 63,000 MILES HAD BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN I CARRIED THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER THEY INFORMED ME THAT IF I HAD ARRIVED ONE DAY EARLIER ON 8/19/08 I COULD HAVE RECEIVED AN OUT OF WARRANTY SERVICE ADJUSTMENT BUT WHEN I ...

Aug 21, 2008 Electrical System 63,000 mi

MY ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHICH HAS ONLY 63,000 MILES HAD BEEN COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN I CARRIED THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL FORD DEALER THEY INFORMED ME THAT IF I HAD ARRIVED ONE DAY EARLIER ON 8/19/08 I COULD HAVE RECEIVED AN OUT OF WARRANTY SERVICE ADJUSTMENT BUT WHEN I ...

Aug 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS GO ON PERIODICALLY FOR NO REASON. BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND FLUID LEVEL IS OK. SAME PROBLEM WITH MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS. *TR

Aug 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 58,000 mi

PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING IN THE ABS SYSTEM OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITH THE SYSTEM FLUID HAS ERODED THE WIRING TO THE POINT WHERE IT COULD CAUSE A FIRE. IT'S A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF MONEY TO FIX THE PROBLEM OR I COULD HAVE THE ABS SYSTEM BYPASSED BUT THEN THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T...

Aug 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,000 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS GO ON PERIODICALLY FOR NO REASON. BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND FLUID LEVEL IS OK. SAME PROBLEM WITH MANY WINDSTAR OWNERS. *TR

Aug 18, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 58,000 mi

PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING IN THE ABS SYSTEM OF MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITH THE SYSTEM FLUID HAS ERODED THE WIRING TO THE POINT WHERE IT COULD CAUSE A FIRE. IT'S A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF MONEY TO FIX THE PROBLEM OR I COULD HAVE THE ABS SYSTEM BYPASSED BUT THEN THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T...

Aug 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS REPEATEDLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DO NOT EXTINGUISH. SEEMS SEMI-DEPENDENT ON OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE - THE HOTTER IT IS OUTSIDE THE SOONER THE LIGHTS SEEM TO COME ON. HAVE HAD BRAKES SERVICED AND NO MECHANICAL ISSUES TO NOTE. SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO ABS MODULE. NOTHING REPA...

Aug 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS REPEATEDLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING AND DO NOT EXTINGUISH. SEEMS SEMI-DEPENDENT ON OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE - THE HOTTER IT IS OUTSIDE THE SOONER THE LIGHTS SEEM TO COME ON. HAVE HAD BRAKES SERVICED AND NO MECHANICAL ISSUES TO NOTE. SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO ABS MODULE. NOTHING REPA...

Aug 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND GO OFF INTERMITTLY. *TR

Aug 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 83,000 mi

ABS/BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND GO OFF INTERMITTLY. *TR

Aug 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric

ABS LIGHT ALWAYS ON AS WELL AS BRAKE LIGHT. HAVE SPENT SEVERAL HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS CHECKING BRAKES, ETC. AND THE LIGHT IS STILL ON. HAD TO PAY TO FIX ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AS AUTOMATIC LOCKS DID NOT WORK ON DRIVER SIDE DOOR. NOW THE ELECTRICAL DOOR LOCK ON PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. SOMETIMES THE PASSENGE...

Aug 13, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric

ABS LIGHT ALWAYS ON AS WELL AS BRAKE LIGHT. HAVE SPENT SEVERAL HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS CHECKING BRAKES, ETC. AND THE LIGHT IS STILL ON. HAD TO PAY TO FIX ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AS AUTOMATIC LOCKS DID NOT WORK ON DRIVER SIDE DOOR. NOW THE ELECTRICAL DOOR LOCK ON PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. SOMETIMES THE PASSENGE...

Aug 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I WAS PULLED OVER BY POLICE FOR NO BRAKE LIGHTS. HOWEVER, THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT WORKS. AFTER ALL THE BULBS, RELAY BOX, ETC WERE CHECKED, ALL WERE OK. I WAS ADVISED TO CHECK TO SEE IF ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT BOTH BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Aug 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I WAS PULLED OVER BY POLICE FOR NO BRAKE LIGHTS. HOWEVER, THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT WORKS. AFTER ALL THE BULBS, RELAY BOX, ETC WERE CHECKED, ALL WERE OK. I WAS ADVISED TO CHECK TO SEE IF ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT BOTH BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Aug 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I WAS PULLED OVER BY POLICE FOR NO BRAKE LIGHTS. HOWEVER, THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT WORKS. AFTER ALL THE BULBS, RELAY BOX, ETC WERE CHECKED, ALL WERE OK. I WAS ADVISED TO CHECK TO SEE IF ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT BOTH BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Aug 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I WAS PULLED OVER BY POLICE FOR NO BRAKE LIGHTS. HOWEVER, THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT WORKS. AFTER ALL THE BULBS, RELAY BOX, ETC WERE CHECKED, ALL WERE OK. I WAS ADVISED TO CHECK TO SEE IF ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT BOTH BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING. *TR

Aug 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY.*TR

Aug 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 66,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY.*TR

Aug 8, 2008 Power Train 38,000 mi

MY FORD 2003 WINDSTAR, PURCHASED 05/01/08 W/35000 MI, BEGAN ROLLING BACKWARDS ON INCLINES WHILE STOPPED IN DRIVE. FIRST TIME WAS 08/01/08 COMING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC -- SITTING ON INCLINE, WAITING FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR, TOOK FOOT OFF BRAKE TO REST IT ON GAS, AND BACK I ROLLED -- TWICE. ...

Aug 8, 2008 Power Train 38,000 mi

MY FORD 2003 WINDSTAR, PURCHASED 05/01/08 W/35000 MI, BEGAN ROLLING BACKWARDS ON INCLINES WHILE STOPPED IN DRIVE. FIRST TIME WAS 08/01/08 COMING OUT OF A PARKING LOT INTO TRAFFIC -- SITTING ON INCLINE, WAITING FOR TRAFFIC TO CLEAR, TOOK FOOT OFF BRAKE TO REST IT ON GAS, AND BACK I ROLLED -- TWICE. ...

Aug 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,856 mi

THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS AND THE ABS LIGHT KEEP COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. I ASSUME WHEN THE ABS LIGHTS ARE ON THAT SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING. DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO AFTER READING INTERNET REPORTS. *TR

Aug 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,856 mi

THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS AND THE ABS LIGHT KEEP COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. I ASSUME WHEN THE ABS LIGHTS ARE ON THAT SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING. DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO AFTER READING INTERNET REPORTS. *TR

Aug 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 48,665 mi

DRIVING IN 39TH DAY OF 100 OR MORE DEGREES THIS YEAR, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS LIT. BRAKES WORK OK. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL OK. FORD DEALER DIAGNOSED IT FOR A $70 FEE AND SUGGESTED REPLACING ABS MODULE AND RELAY FOR $450 PARTS AND $250 LABOR. I DECLINED REPLACEMENT, STARTED TO INVESTIGATE AND FOUND MANY O...

Aug 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 48,665 mi

DRIVING IN 39TH DAY OF 100 OR MORE DEGREES THIS YEAR, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS LIT. BRAKES WORK OK. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL OK. FORD DEALER DIAGNOSED IT FOR A $70 FEE AND SUGGESTED REPLACING ABS MODULE AND RELAY FOR $450 PARTS AND $250 LABOR. I DECLINED REPLACEMENT, STARTED TO INVESTIGATE AND FOUND MANY O...

Aug 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE COMING ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. WHEN YOU SHUT CAR OFF THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT AND AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE THEY COME BACK ON (EVEN WHILE HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON)AND STAY ON TILL CAR IS SHUT OFF AGAIN. *TR

Aug 1, 2008 Interior Lighting 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE COMING ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. WHEN YOU SHUT CAR OFF THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT AND AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE THEY COME BACK ON (EVEN WHILE HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON)AND STAY ON TILL CAR IS SHUT OFF AGAIN. *TR

Aug 1, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE COMING ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. WHEN YOU SHUT CAR OFF THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT AND AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE THEY COME BACK ON (EVEN WHILE HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON)AND STAY ON TILL CAR IS SHUT OFF AGAIN. *TR

Aug 1, 2008 Interior Lighting 69,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT ARE COMING ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. WHEN YOU SHUT CAR OFF THE LIGHT WILL GO OUT AND AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE THEY COME BACK ON (EVEN WHILE HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON)AND STAY ON TILL CAR IS SHUT OFF AGAIN. *TR

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

EVER SINCE SPRING 2006, OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE ABS SYSTEM WHERE THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH WILL ILLUMINATE. THE SERVICE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT WILL ALSO ILLUMINATE EVEN THOUGH IT IS FUNCTIONING NORMALLY. AT FIRST THIS WAS VERY ALARMING BUT NO LEAK OR PR...

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COME DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY. CAR MUST BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED TO TURN OF WARNING LIGHTS. BRAKES SQUEAL. *TR

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

SINCE THE SUMMER BEGAN, I HAVE BEEN GETTING THE RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY. CHANGED THE PADS, WOULD STILL GET THE LIGHT AT TIMES. TODAY WAS EXTREMELY HOT AND HUMID. BOTH THE RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT CAME ON. THIS IS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER MUCH RESEARCH, ...

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,000 mi

EVER SINCE SPRING 2006, OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE ABS SYSTEM WHERE THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH WILL ILLUMINATE. THE SERVICE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT WILL ALSO ILLUMINATE EVEN THOUGH IT IS FUNCTIONING NORMALLY. AT FIRST THIS WAS VERY ALARMING BUT NO LEAK OR PR...

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT COME DURING DRIVING INTERMITTENTLY. CAR MUST BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED TO TURN OF WARNING LIGHTS. BRAKES SQUEAL. *TR

Jul 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

SINCE THE SUMMER BEGAN, I HAVE BEEN GETTING THE RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY. CHANGED THE PADS, WOULD STILL GET THE LIGHT AT TIMES. TODAY WAS EXTREMELY HOT AND HUMID. BOTH THE RED BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT CAME ON. THIS IS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. AFTER MUCH RESEARCH, ...

Jul 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF ABS WARNING LIGHT AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT SIMULTANEOUSLY. *TR

Jul 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

INTERMITTENT ILLUMINATION OF ABS WARNING LIGHT AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT SIMULTANEOUSLY. *TR

Jul 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 55,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY MOSTLY DURING HOT WEATHER. *TR

Jul 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 55,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMITTENTLY MOSTLY DURING HOT WEATHER. *TR

Jul 28, 2008 Exterior Lighting 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ALWAYS COME ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR. FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Jul 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

ABS WARNING LAMP AND BRAKE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATES. MECHANIC ADVISES ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE MODELS. EVIDENTLY FORD WILL NOT RECOGNIZE THE ISSUE AND HELP US TO RESOLVE IT. HERE IS THE WEBSITE THAT TALKS ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND OFFERED ME THE INFO TO HELP ME WITH MY PROBLEM. HTTP:/...

Jul 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,975 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS JUST CAME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY (3 TIMES THIS MONTH). THE REPAIR SHOP/DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WOULD BE BETWEEN $300 & $400 AND IT WOULD BE BETTER (LESS COSTLY) TO WAIT UNTIL A ...

Jul 28, 2008 Exterior Lighting 52,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ALWAYS COME ON IN MY FORD WINDSTAR. FIRE HAZARD. *TR

Jul 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

ABS WARNING LAMP AND BRAKE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATES. MECHANIC ADVISES ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON THESE MODELS. EVIDENTLY FORD WILL NOT RECOGNIZE THE ISSUE AND HELP US TO RESOLVE IT. HERE IS THE WEBSITE THAT TALKS ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND OFFERED ME THE INFO TO HELP ME WITH MY PROBLEM. HTTP:/...

Jul 28, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,975 mi

THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS JUST CAME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY (3 TIMES THIS MONTH). THE REPAIR SHOP/DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COST TO REPAIR THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WOULD BE BETWEEN $300 & $400 AND IT WOULD BE BETTER (LESS COSTLY) TO WAIT UNTIL A ...

Jul 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS (RED) TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS HOT OR THE VEHICLE (2003 FORD WINDSTAR) IS HOT. I HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AND I HAVE HAD THE REAR BRAKES DONE AS WELL. HOWEVER, THE WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO TURN ON. BASED ON INFORMATION FO...

Jul 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS (RED) TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS HOT OR THE VEHICLE (2003 FORD WINDSTAR) IS HOT. I HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AND I HAVE HAD THE REAR BRAKES DONE AS WELL. HOWEVER, THE WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO TURN ON. BASED ON INFORMATION FO...

Jul 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS (RED) TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS HOT OR THE VEHICLE (2003 FORD WINDSTAR) IS HOT. I HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AND I HAVE HAD THE REAR BRAKES DONE AS WELL. HOWEVER, THE WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO TURN ON. BASED ON INFORMATION FO...

Jul 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

ABS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS (RED) TURN ON INTERMITTENTLY WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS HOT OR THE VEHICLE (2003 FORD WINDSTAR) IS HOT. I HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS AND I HAVE HAD THE REAR BRAKES DONE AS WELL. HOWEVER, THE WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUE TO TURN ON. BASED ON INFORMATION FO...

Jul 26, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 61,300 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT COME IN INTERMITTENTLY. GO OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, BUT THEY USUALLY COME BACK ON AFTER THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ABOUT 1/2 MILE THE NEXT TRIP. ADDING BRAKE FLUID DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 26, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 61,300 mi

BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND ABS WARNING LIGHT COME IN INTERMITTENTLY. GO OFF WHEN VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF, BUT THEY USUALLY COME BACK ON AFTER THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ABOUT 1/2 MILE THE NEXT TRIP. ADDING BRAKE FLUID DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR

Jul 23, 2008 Power Train 123,000 mi

NOTHING LEADING UP TO EVENT. CHRISTMAS DAY THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR NO WARNING $900. 2 MONTHS LATER SEALS $300, AND NOW OVERDRIVE IS COMPLETELY. I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION $2000. THIS IS MY 3RD WINDSTAR AND AT 90,000 TO 100,000 MILE THE TRANSMISSION STARTS GIVING TROUBLE. WHA...

Jul 23, 2008 Power Train 123,000 mi

NOTHING LEADING UP TO EVENT. CHRISTMAS DAY THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT OF MY 2003 WINDSTAR NO WARNING $900. 2 MONTHS LATER SEALS $300, AND NOW OVERDRIVE IS COMPLETELY. I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION $2000. THIS IS MY 3RD WINDSTAR AND AT 90,000 TO 100,000 MILE THE TRANSMISSION STARTS GIVING TROUBLE. WHA...

Jul 19, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,500 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON MULTIPLE TIMES DAILY. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS 2001-2003. THE ISSUE APPEARS TO BE A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM INCLUDING THE ABS SYSTEM. BRAKE FLUID LEAKS FR...

Jul 19, 2008 Suspension 59,396 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 59396 MI. DRIVING DOWN LOCKPORT RD ON 6/20/08, HEARD LOUD SNAP, CLUNK, THEN TIRE BLOW OUT. CALLED FOR AAA ASSISTANCE, TOW TRUCK OPERATOR TOLD ME IT WAS BROKEN RIGHT SPRING, SAYING IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AND HAD TOWED SEVERAL MINIVANS OF THIS MODEL, WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED...

Jul 19, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,500 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON MULTIPLE TIMES DAILY. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS 2001-2003. THE ISSUE APPEARS TO BE A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM INCLUDING THE ABS SYSTEM. BRAKE FLUID LEAKS FR...

Jul 19, 2008 Suspension 59,396 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 59396 MI. DRIVING DOWN LOCKPORT RD ON 6/20/08, HEARD LOUD SNAP, CLUNK, THEN TIRE BLOW OUT. CALLED FOR AAA ASSISTANCE, TOW TRUCK OPERATOR TOLD ME IT WAS BROKEN RIGHT SPRING, SAYING IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AND HAD TOWED SEVERAL MINIVANS OF THIS MODEL, WHAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED...

Jul 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAVE MULTIPLE ONGOING PROBLEMS. NO MATTER HOW OFTEN I GET THE PADS, AND ROTORS CHANGED, THEY SQUEAL AND SOUND LIKE THEY NEED REPLACING. OCCASIONALLY, DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE ABS SEEMS TO ACTIVATE, CAUSING A PULSING IN THE PEDAL, AND A FEELING AS THOUGH THE BR...

Jul 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAVE MULTIPLE ONGOING PROBLEMS. NO MATTER HOW OFTEN I GET THE PADS, AND ROTORS CHANGED, THEY SQUEAL AND SOUND LIKE THEY NEED REPLACING. OCCASIONALLY, DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE ABS SEEMS TO ACTIVATE, CAUSING A PULSING IN THE PEDAL, AND A FEELING AS THOUGH THE BR...

Jul 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 76,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND WITH OUT ANY PARTICULAR REASON,ALTHOUGH BUMPY ROAD SEAMS TO EFFECT THIS MORE OFTEN THAN NOT. I HAVE HAD THE ABS MODULE PULLED AND CLEANED AND RE INSTALLED TO NO AVAIL. THE MODULE WILL NOW BE REPLACED AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF 750.00. *TR

Jul 16, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 76,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND WITH OUT ANY PARTICULAR REASON,ALTHOUGH BUMPY ROAD SEAMS TO EFFECT THIS MORE OFTEN THAN NOT. I HAVE HAD THE ABS MODULE PULLED AND CLEANED AND RE INSTALLED TO NO AVAIL. THE MODULE WILL NOW BE REPLACED AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF 750.00. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS GO ON INTERMITTENTLY ON 2003 FORD WINSDTAR. THE LIGHTS GO OFF AFTER SHUTTING CAR OFF. BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS GO ON INTERMITTENTLY ON 2003 FORD WINSDTAR. THE LIGHTS GO OFF AFTER SHUTTING CAR OFF. BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Exterior Lighting 59,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX FOR ABOUT THE LAST YEAR AND A HALF THE ABS (ORANGE) LIGHT AND THE BRAKE (RED) LIGHT COME ON WHENEVER I DRIVER MORE THAN ABOUT A MILE IN THE SUMMER TIME IT IS ALMOST ALWAYS ON I KNOW THAT THIS SEAMS TO BE A PROBLEM BECAUSE THERE IS A WEB SITE DEDICATED TO THIS. I REALL...

Jul 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS GO ON INTERMITTENTLY ON 2003 FORD WINSDTAR. THE LIGHTS GO OFF AFTER SHUTTING CAR OFF. BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 41,000 mi

BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS GO ON INTERMITTENTLY ON 2003 FORD WINSDTAR. THE LIGHTS GO OFF AFTER SHUTTING CAR OFF. BRAKE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED RECENTLY. NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. *TR

Jul 15, 2008 Exterior Lighting 59,000 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX FOR ABOUT THE LAST YEAR AND A HALF THE ABS (ORANGE) LIGHT AND THE BRAKE (RED) LIGHT COME ON WHENEVER I DRIVER MORE THAN ABOUT A MILE IN THE SUMMER TIME IT IS ALMOST ALWAYS ON I KNOW THAT THIS SEAMS TO BE A PROBLEM BECAUSE THERE IS A WEB SITE DEDICATED TO THIS. I REALL...

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,687 mi

THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE INTERMITTANTLY, BRAKES TURN ON SQUEEL WITHOUT WARNING.*TR

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,687 mi

THE ABS / BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATE INTERMITTANTLY, BRAKES TURN ON SQUEEL WITHOUT WARNING.*TR

Jul 13, 2008 Power Train 62,974 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 68,000 MILES. DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, WHEN ENGINE REVVED AND WE LOST ALL DRIVE. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. *TR

Jul 13, 2008 Power Train 62,974 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 68,000 MILES. DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, WHEN ENGINE REVVED AND WE LOST ALL DRIVE. NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. *TR

Jul 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I DID A SEARCH FOR PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE THE ISSUE REFERENCED HERE: HTTP://WWW.2CARPROS.COM/FORUM/41-VT49767.HTML?POSTDAYS=0&POSTORDER=ASC&START=400 I AM CONCERNED THERE WILL BE A FIRE. *TR

Jul 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. I DID A SEARCH FOR PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE THE ISSUE REFERENCED HERE: HTTP://WWW.2CARPROS.COM/FORUM/41-VT49767.HTML?POSTDAYS=0&POSTORDER=ASC&START=400 I AM CONCERNED THERE WILL BE A FIRE. *TR

Jul 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 80,500 mi

ABS ERROR CODE C1185, C1194,C1198,C1210 ABS SYSTEM IS DISABLED IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO CURRENT ISSUE NO CRASH AT THIS TIME. *TR

Jul 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 80,500 mi

ABS ERROR CODE C1185, C1194,C1198,C1210 ABS SYSTEM IS DISABLED IN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO CURRENT ISSUE NO CRASH AT THIS TIME. *TR

Jul 8, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 8, 2008 Electrical System 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 8, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 8, 2008 Electrical System 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 53,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE EN ROUTE TO NEW YORK AND DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS DID NOT FUNCTION AND WERE NOT PROGRAMMED. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE ABS, DOOR LIGHTS, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. HALFWAY TO HER DESTINATION, SHE HAD TO STO...

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AND OFF. I TOOK MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LOW AND THAT WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. THE LIGHT CAM BACK ON SHORTLY AFTER. I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND IT WAS NOT LOW. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON AND OFF SINC...

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AND OFF. I TOOK MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LOW AND THAT WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. THE LIGHT CAM BACK ON SHORTLY AFTER. I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND IT WAS NOT LOW. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON AND OFF SINC...

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AND OFF. I TOOK MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LOW AND THAT WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. THE LIGHT CAM BACK ON SHORTLY AFTER. I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND IT WAS NOT LOW. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON AND OFF SINC...

Jul 6, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CONTINUE TO COME ON AND OFF. I TOOK MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LOW AND THAT WAS CAUSING THE PROBLEM. THE LIGHT CAM BACK ON SHORTLY AFTER. I CHECKED THE BRAKE FLUID AND IT WAS NOT LOW. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED ON AND OFF SINC...

Jul 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTICS SAY IT IS THE MODULATOR. A WEEK AGO THERE WAS BRAKE FLUID LEAKING BUT, NOW THERE IS NO LEAKAGE SO THEY CAN'T FIND THE SOURCE. THEY WANT $650 TO FIX IT!!!! THIS VEHICLE MY DAUGHTER DRIVES W/ HER 5 CHILDREN. WE CANT AFFORD TO FIX IT!!!! WE CANT AFFORD ANO...

Jul 3, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS & BRAKE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. DIAGNOSTICS SAY IT IS THE MODULATOR. A WEEK AGO THERE WAS BRAKE FLUID LEAKING BUT, NOW THERE IS NO LEAKAGE SO THEY CAN'T FIND THE SOURCE. THEY WANT $650 TO FIX IT!!!! THIS VEHICLE MY DAUGHTER DRIVES W/ HER 5 CHILDREN. WE CANT AFFORD TO FIX IT!!!! WE CANT AFFORD ANO...

Jun 30, 2008 Electrical System 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Power Train 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Interior Lighting 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Electrical System 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Power Train 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 30, 2008 Interior Lighting 57,000 mi

BRAKE, ABS, AND OTHER LIGHTS COME ON, DRIVE DISENGAGES, VAN WILL ONLY RUN IN 2ND OR LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU TURN IT OFF THEN ON AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THE VAN LOSES POWER AND DECELERATES. FUSE #1 SPARKS WHEN PUTTING IN A FUSE. BLOWS THE FUSE IMMEDIATELY. INTERIOR LIGHT THEN WILL NOT WORK. ...

Jun 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS OFTEN COME ON; AND MADE THE CRUISE CONTROL FAIL. *TR

Jun 24, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS OFTEN COME ON; AND MADE THE CRUISE CONTROL FAIL. *TR

Jun 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 63,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS OFTEN COME ON; AND MADE THE CRUISE CONTROL FAIL. *TR

Jun 24, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 63,000 mi

BRAKE LIGHTS AND ABS LIGHTS OFTEN COME ON; AND MADE THE CRUISE CONTROL FAIL. *TR

Jun 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 59,000 mi

ABS LIGHT & BRAKE LIGHT & CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 59,000 mi

ABS LIGHT & BRAKE LIGHT & CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. *TR

Jun 19, 2008 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO HEAT ON CIRCUIT BOARD. OCCURS WHENEVER THE CAR GETS WARM, STARTED DURING SUMMER. *TR

Jun 19, 2008 Electrical System

ABS LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO HEAT ON CIRCUIT BOARD. OCCURS WHENEVER THE CAR GETS WARM, STARTED DURING SUMMER. *TR

Jun 18, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT FUNCTION WITH THE POWER BUTTON. THE DOOR WOULD HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE FAILURE, BUT THERE WAS ...

Jun 18, 2008 Electrical System 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT FUNCTION WITH THE POWER BUTTON. THE DOOR WOULD HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE FAILURE, BUT THERE WAS ...

Jun 18, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT FUNCTION WITH THE POWER BUTTON. THE DOOR WOULD HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE FAILURE, BUT THERE WAS ...

Jun 18, 2008 Electrical System 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT FUNCTION WITH THE POWER BUTTON. THE DOOR WOULD HAVE TO BE OPENED MANUALLY FROM THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THE FAILURE, BUT THERE WAS ...

Jun 14, 2008 Exterior Lighting

ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE ABS SYSTEM LIGHT IS ALMOST ALWAYS ON ALSO MY BRAKE LIGHT IS THE SAME I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES CHECKED MANY TIMES I WENT TO A FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $500 DOLLARS SO I WENT TO A DIFFERENT CONTRACTOR AND THEY SAID MY BRAKES ARE FINE PLEASE HELP. *TR

Jun 14, 2008 Exterior Lighting

ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THE ABS SYSTEM LIGHT IS ALMOST ALWAYS ON ALSO MY BRAKE LIGHT IS THE SAME I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES CHECKED MANY TIMES I WENT TO A FORD DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WOULD COST $500 DOLLARS SO I WENT TO A DIFFERENT CONTRACTOR AND THEY SAID MY BRAKES ARE FINE PLEASE HELP. *TR

Jun 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,070 mi

ABS LIGHT & BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON CONTINUOUSLY, ESPECIALLY IN THE HOT WEATHER. WHEN VEHICLE IS COOLED OFF, IT DOES NOT COME ON. THIS IS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX, I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH MY MODEL YEAR. *TR

Jun 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 98,070 mi

ABS LIGHT & BRAKE LIGHT STAYS ON CONTINUOUSLY, ESPECIALLY IN THE HOT WEATHER. WHEN VEHICLE IS COOLED OFF, IT DOES NOT COME ON. THIS IS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX, I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS AN ISSUE WITH MY MODEL YEAR. *TR

Jun 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD GO ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES, DIFFERENT SPEEDS AND DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES. *TR

Jun 11, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 32,000 mi

ABS LIGHT AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD GO ON AND OFF AT DIFFERENT TIMES, DIFFERENT SPEEDS AND DIFFERENT TEMPERATURES. *TR

Jun 10, 2008 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD VAN AND THE BRAKES GET HARD TO PUSH. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN THE VAN WARMS UP OR THE WHETHER GETS WARM. FORD DOES NOT RECOGNIZE A PROBLEM AND WILL NOT FIX IT. *TR

Jun 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD VAN AND THE BRAKES GET HARD TO PUSH. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN THE VAN WARMS UP OR THE WHETHER GETS WARM. FORD DOES NOT RECOGNIZE A PROBLEM AND WILL NOT FIX IT. *TR

Jun 10, 2008 Unknown Or Other 45,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD VAN AND THE BRAKES GET HARD TO PUSH. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN THE VAN WARMS UP OR THE WHETHER GETS WARM. FORD DOES NOT RECOGNIZE A PROBLEM AND WILL NOT FIX IT. *TR

Jun 10, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

THE ABS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON IN MY FORD VAN AND THE BRAKES GET HARD TO PUSH. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN THE VAN WARMS UP OR THE WHETHER GETS WARM. FORD DOES NOT RECOGNIZE A PROBLEM AND WILL NOT FIX IT. *TR

Jun 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR OVER 1 YEAR. MILEAGE- 66,000. *TR

Jun 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 113,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMEDIATELY. WHILE ON ABS SYSTEM FAILS TO FUNCTION. RESTARTING CAR CLEARS OUT ISSUE BUT WILL RETURN INDISCRIMINATE. LIGHTS COMING ON HAS NO TIES TO ACTUAL ACT OF BRAKING OR SPEED OF CAR. SERVICE SHOP REPORTS PROBLEM IN ABS MODULE, WHICH ESTIMATE...

Jun 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR OVER 1 YEAR. MILEAGE- 66,000. *TR

Jun 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 113,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON INTERMEDIATELY. WHILE ON ABS SYSTEM FAILS TO FUNCTION. RESTARTING CAR CLEARS OUT ISSUE BUT WILL RETURN INDISCRIMINATE. LIGHTS COMING ON HAS NO TIES TO ACTUAL ACT OF BRAKING OR SPEED OF CAR. SERVICE SHOP REPORTS PROBLEM IN ABS MODULE, WHICH ESTIMATE...

May 31, 2008 Parking Brake 16,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED TO GO ON IN THE LAST WEEK. ALSO ODOMETER GOES FLAT BRAKES SQUEAL EVERY OTHER TIME I USE CAR. OWNED 5 YEARS NEW 16,000 +MILES ON CAR SINGLE AND ONLY OWNER. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANICS AND HE CHECKED AND COULDN'T FIND A REASON. HE SUGGESTED I GO ON LINE BECAUSE HE HAD NO RECO...

May 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 16,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED TO GO ON IN THE LAST WEEK. ALSO ODOMETER GOES FLAT BRAKES SQUEAL EVERY OTHER TIME I USE CAR. OWNED 5 YEARS NEW 16,000 +MILES ON CAR SINGLE AND ONLY OWNER. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANICS AND HE CHECKED AND COULDN'T FIND A REASON. HE SUGGESTED I GO ON LINE BECAUSE HE HAD NO RECO...

May 31, 2008 Parking Brake 16,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED TO GO ON IN THE LAST WEEK. ALSO ODOMETER GOES FLAT BRAKES SQUEAL EVERY OTHER TIME I USE CAR. OWNED 5 YEARS NEW 16,000 +MILES ON CAR SINGLE AND ONLY OWNER. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANICS AND HE CHECKED AND COULDN'T FIND A REASON. HE SUGGESTED I GO ON LINE BECAUSE HE HAD NO RECO...

May 31, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 16,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT STARTED TO GO ON IN THE LAST WEEK. ALSO ODOMETER GOES FLAT BRAKES SQUEAL EVERY OTHER TIME I USE CAR. OWNED 5 YEARS NEW 16,000 +MILES ON CAR SINGLE AND ONLY OWNER. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANICS AND HE CHECKED AND COULDN'T FIND A REASON. HE SUGGESTED I GO ON LINE BECAUSE HE HAD NO RECO...

May 30, 2008 Structure

MY COMPLAINT IS FOR A POTENTIAL PROBLEM. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS A WATER LEAK IN THE ROOF BODY SEAMS. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER ON 5/19 WHO HAD A SPECIALIST COME IN TO LOOK AT IT. THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T DO IT AND SUGGESTED TAKING IT TO A BODY SHOP. I DON'T THINK BODY SEAMS LEAKING IS NORMA...

May 30, 2008 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE HEAD LAMPS SPORADICALLY COME ON AND OFF EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS NOT STARTED. THE BRAKE LIGHTS SPORADICALLY COME ON AND OFF AS WELL EVEN WHEN THE BRAKES ARE NOT BEING APPLIED. THE AIRCONDTIONER A...

May 30, 2008 Structure

MY COMPLAINT IS FOR A POTENTIAL PROBLEM. I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT HAS A WATER LEAK IN THE ROOF BODY SEAMS. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER ON 5/19 WHO HAD A SPECIALIST COME IN TO LOOK AT IT. THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T DO IT AND SUGGESTED TAKING IT TO A BODY SHOP. I DON'T THINK BODY SEAMS LEAKING IS NORMA...

May 30, 2008 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE HEAD LAMPS SPORADICALLY COME ON AND OFF EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS NOT STARTED. THE BRAKE LIGHTS SPORADICALLY COME ON AND OFF AS WELL EVEN WHEN THE BRAKES ARE NOT BEING APPLIED. THE AIRCONDTIONER A...

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHENEVER THE CONTACT DEPRESSES THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKE LIGHT FUSE MALFUNCTIONS. AS A RESULT, THE EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE. IN ADDITION, WHENEVER THE CONTACT USES THE DOOR UNLOCK AND LOCK BUTTONS, THE POWER LOCK FUSE MALFUN...

May 29, 2008 Electrical System 68,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHENEVER THE CONTACT DEPRESSES THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKE LIGHT FUSE MALFUNCTIONS. AS A RESULT, THE EXTERIOR BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL TO ILLUMINATE. IN ADDITION, WHENEVER THE CONTACT USES THE DOOR UNLOCK AND LOCK BUTTONS, THE POWER LOCK FUSE MALFUN...

May 27, 2008 Electrical System 35,000 mi

I NOTICED THE BRAKE LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD COMING ON AND DISAPPEARING INTERMITTENTLY. I HAD NO IDEA THAT MY ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM IS SPORADICALLY WORKING LIKE SO MANY THOUSANDS OF OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS. I HAVE THREE SMALL CHILDREN THAT I TRANSPORT ON THE HIGHWAY TO AND FROM SCHOOL AND I HATE TO...

May 27, 2008 Electrical System 35,000 mi

I NOTICED THE BRAKE LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD COMING ON AND DISAPPEARING INTERMITTENTLY. I HAD NO IDEA THAT MY ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM IS SPORADICALLY WORKING LIKE SO MANY THOUSANDS OF OTHER WINDSTAR OWNERS. I HAVE THREE SMALL CHILDREN THAT I TRANSPORT ON THE HIGHWAY TO AND FROM SCHOOL AND I HATE TO...

May 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING EVEN AFTER FULL BRAKE SYSTEM REPLACEMENT. *TR

May 25, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 81,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COME ON CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING EVEN AFTER FULL BRAKE SYSTEM REPLACEMENT. *TR

May 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,500 mi

FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED ALL THE TIME. *TR

May 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 73,500 mi

FAILURE OF ECM IN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED ALL THE TIME. *TR

May 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 45,000 mi

AFTER I HAVE DRIVEN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LONG ENOUGH FOR THE ENGINE TO HEAT UP, THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TRIP. ALSO, ON LONG TRIPS, THE O/D OFF LIGHT BLINKS INCESSANTLY ALONG WITH THE AFOREMENTIONED LIGHTS. I HAVE DONE SOM...

May 15, 2008 Service Brakes, Electric 45,000 mi

AFTER I HAVE DRIVEN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LONG ENOUGH FOR THE ENGINE TO HEAT UP, THE YELLOW ABS LIGHT AND THE RED EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TRIP. ALSO, ON LONG TRIPS, THE O/D OFF LIGHT BLINKS INCESSANTLY ALONG WITH THE AFOREMENTIONED LIGHTS. I HAVE DONE SOM...

May 8, 2008 Electrical System 53,860 mi

ON ALMOST EVERY TRIP THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON THE DASH. DEALER STATED A PROBLEM CODE C1185 AND SAID THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR ABOUT $800. *TR

May 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,860 mi

ON ALMOST EVERY TRIP THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON THE DASH. DEALER STATED A PROBLEM CODE C1185 AND SAID THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR ABOUT $800. *TR

May 8, 2008 Electrical System 53,860 mi

ON ALMOST EVERY TRIP THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON THE DASH. DEALER STATED A PROBLEM CODE C1185 AND SAID THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR ABOUT $800. *TR

May 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,860 mi

ON ALMOST EVERY TRIP THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON THE DASH. DEALER STATED A PROBLEM CODE C1185 AND SAID THE ABS MODULE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR ABOUT $800. *TR

May 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 62,221 mi

TL*THE CONTACT WAS RENTING A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE AND THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. SHE HAD TO APPLY PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE...

May 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 62,221 mi

TL*THE CONTACT WAS RENTING A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE AND THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. SHE HAD TO APPLY PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE...

Apr 21, 2008 Parking Brake

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 21, 2008 Electrical System

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 21, 2008 Parking Brake

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 21, 2008 Electrical System

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 21, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I WAS DRIVING ALONG AND SUDDENLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT, THE ABS LIGHT, THE TRACTION LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE ODOMETER, AND DASHBOARD FUEL INFO SYSTEM DIDN'T WORK, THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE WORDS "CHECK TRANSMISSION" CAME ON THE INFO SCREEN. I TOOK THE CAR TO THREE...

Apr 18, 2008 Electrical System 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START OCCASIONALLY. WHEN HE WOULD FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD FUNCTION CORRECTLY. IN OTHER INSTANCES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO T...

Apr 18, 2008 Electrical System 65,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START OCCASIONALLY. WHEN HE WOULD FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD FUNCTION CORRECTLY. IN OTHER INSTANCES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO T...

Apr 7, 2008 Steering 50,000 mi

POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES LOUD NOISES THAT CAN BE HEARD OVER A BLOCK AWAY. HAD PUMP REPLACED TWICE STILL MAKES THE NOISE. REPLACEMENT PUMPS WERE REBUILT. ALSO WHEN PUMP MAKES NOISE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER BUT NOT ALL OF THE TIME. *TR

Apr 7, 2008 Steering 50,000 mi

POWER STEERING PUMP MAKES LOUD NOISES THAT CAN BE HEARD OVER A BLOCK AWAY. HAD PUMP REPLACED TWICE STILL MAKES THE NOISE. REPLACEMENT PUMPS WERE REBUILT. ALSO WHEN PUMP MAKES NOISE THE INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER BUT NOT ALL OF THE TIME. *TR

Apr 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,925 mi

EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AROUND THREE MONTHS AGO. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGED AND THIS HAD NO EFFECT ON THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE BRAKES STARTED GOING TO THE FLOOR WHEN WE FOUND THE SWITCH AT THE BOTTOM OF THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS LEAKING AND DEFECTIVE. WE RAN OUT OF BRAK...

Apr 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,925 mi

EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AROUND THREE MONTHS AGO. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGED AND THIS HAD NO EFFECT ON THE RUNNING OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE BRAKES STARTED GOING TO THE FLOOR WHEN WE FOUND THE SWITCH AT THE BOTTOM OF THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS LEAKING AND DEFECTIVE. WE RAN OUT OF BRAK...

Mar 31, 2008 Exterior Lighting 55,000 mi

RIGHT SIDE (PASSENGER) FRONT MARKER LIGHT HAS A GROUNDING PROBLEM. I CHANGED THE BULB TWICE AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. THE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER SHOWS THAT ALL LIGHTS ARE FINE. IF YOU BANG IT WILL GO OUT. *TR

Mar 31, 2008 Exterior Lighting 55,000 mi

RIGHT SIDE (PASSENGER) FRONT MARKER LIGHT HAS A GROUNDING PROBLEM. I CHANGED THE BULB TWICE AND THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. THE LIGHT STAYS ON FOR NO REASON AND THE ONBOARD COMPUTER SHOWS THAT ALL LIGHTS ARE FINE. IF YOU BANG IT WILL GO OUT. *TR

Mar 28, 2008 Power Train 85,273 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS COLD AND DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE GEAR LOCKS AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO MOVE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT CONTINUOUSLY PLACED THE GEAR INTO DRIVE IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN REVERSE NORMALLY. THE VEHIC...

Mar 28, 2008 Power Train 85,273 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS COLD AND DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE GEAR LOCKS AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO MOVE IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT CONTINUOUSLY PLACED THE GEAR INTO DRIVE IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO DRIVE IN REVERSE NORMALLY. THE VEHIC...

Mar 26, 2008 Electrical System Fire 67,000 mi

LAST WEEK, MY PARENTS WERE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HOME FROM BREAKFAST WITH FRIENDS. THE FRIENDS WERE FOLLOWING THEM HOME, WHEN THEY SAW FIRE COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VAN. THEY IMMEDIATELY BEGAN HONKING THEIR HORN TO GET MY PARENTS TO PULL OVER. MY DAD STOPPED THE VAN THEY FRANTICLY GO...

Mar 26, 2008 Electrical System Fire 67,000 mi

LAST WEEK, MY PARENTS WERE DRIVING MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HOME FROM BREAKFAST WITH FRIENDS. THE FRIENDS WERE FOLLOWING THEM HOME, WHEN THEY SAW FIRE COMING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VAN. THEY IMMEDIATELY BEGAN HONKING THEIR HORN TO GET MY PARENTS TO PULL OVER. MY DAD STOPPED THE VAN THEY FRANTICLY GO...

Mar 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 85,750 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE WAS NO PRESSURE BEHIND IT. HE OBSERVED THAT ALL OF THE BRAKE FLUID LEAKED OUT FROM THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH. THE REPAIRS WERE MADE BY THE CONTACT. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 86,238. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Mar 25, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 85,750 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE WAS NO PRESSURE BEHIND IT. HE OBSERVED THAT ALL OF THE BRAKE FLUID LEAKED OUT FROM THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH. THE REPAIRS WERE MADE BY THE CONTACT. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 86,238. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS...

Mar 24, 2008 Power Train 46,736 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STUCK INTO GEAR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER LOCKS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DEALER STATED THE MOT...

Mar 24, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 46,736 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STUCK INTO GEAR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER LOCKS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DEALER STATED THE MOT...

Mar 24, 2008 Parking Brake 45,000 mi

BOTH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONCE THE VEHICLE GETS WARMED UP. I HAVE CONDUCTED EXTENSIVE RESEARCH AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC GIVE ME THE CODE THAT THE VAN IS THROWING (C1185) AND FOUND THE FOLLOWING: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SW...

Mar 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

BOTH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONCE THE VEHICLE GETS WARMED UP. I HAVE CONDUCTED EXTENSIVE RESEARCH AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC GIVE ME THE CODE THAT THE VAN IS THROWING (C1185) AND FOUND THE FOLLOWING: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SW...

Mar 24, 2008 Power Train 46,736 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STUCK INTO GEAR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER LOCKS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DEALER STATED THE MOT...

Mar 24, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 46,736 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WIND STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE TOW TRUCK DRIVER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STUCK INTO GEAR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT PASSENGER LOCKS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE DEALER STATED THE MOT...

Mar 24, 2008 Parking Brake 45,000 mi

BOTH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONCE THE VEHICLE GETS WARMED UP. I HAVE CONDUCTED EXTENSIVE RESEARCH AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC GIVE ME THE CODE THAT THE VAN IS THROWING (C1185) AND FOUND THE FOLLOWING: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SW...

Mar 24, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

BOTH THE ABS LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT COME ON IN MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ONCE THE VEHICLE GETS WARMED UP. I HAVE CONDUCTED EXTENSIVE RESEARCH AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC GIVE ME THE CODE THAT THE VAN IS THROWING (C1185) AND FOUND THE FOLLOWING: THE BRAKE PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL DEACTIVATION SW...

Mar 12, 2008 Electrical System 60,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I BOUGHT OUR VAN AFTER OWNING A 2000 FORD WINDSTAR. I USED TO WORK FOR A FORD DEALERSHIP AND HAVE ONLY OWNED FORD VEHICLES MOST OF MY LIFE. THIS VAN HAS CHANGED MY MIND AND I WILL HAVE TO THINK LONG AND HARD BEFORE BUYING ANOTHER FORD. OUR VAN HAS BEEN A PROBLEM EVER SINCE WE DROVE IT OF...

Mar 12, 2008 Electrical System 60,000 mi

MY WIFE AND I BOUGHT OUR VAN AFTER OWNING A 2000 FORD WINDSTAR. I USED TO WORK FOR A FORD DEALERSHIP AND HAVE ONLY OWNED FORD VEHICLES MOST OF MY LIFE. THIS VAN HAS CHANGED MY MIND AND I WILL HAVE TO THINK LONG AND HARD BEFORE BUYING ANOTHER FORD. OUR VAN HAS BEEN A PROBLEM EVER SINCE WE DROVE IT OF...

Mar 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX AND THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTINUALLY COME ON. I HAVE HAD THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES SERVICED AND THEN AFTER THIS PROBLEM DID NOT GO AWAY I PUT A 2ND SET OF PADS ON THE FRONT. FORD WANT OVER $2000.00 TO FIX WHAT THEY SAY IS THE AB...

Mar 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 86,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX AND THE ABS LIGHT AND THE BRAKE LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONTINUALLY COME ON. I HAVE HAD THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES SERVICED AND THEN AFTER THIS PROBLEM DID NOT GO AWAY I PUT A 2ND SET OF PADS ON THE FRONT. FORD WANT OVER $2000.00 TO FIX WHAT THEY SAY IS THE AB...

Feb 29, 2008 Electrical System 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Power Train 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Electrical System 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 29, 2008 Power Train 38,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION, AIRCONDITIONER, AND THE ALTERNATOR--THIS HAS BEEN REPLACED 4 TIMES. THERE IS STILL AN ISSUE WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO FORD AND THEY STATE THERE IS NO ISSUE ON THEIR PART. *TR

Feb 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON AND REMAINS ON UNTIL TURNED OFF. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS. I'VE ALSO READ THAT ONE PERSON HAD A FIRE COME FROM THIS ISSUE. IS THERE ANY MOTION FOR A R...

Feb 27, 2008 Parking Brake 45,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON AND REMAINS ON UNTIL TURNED OFF. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS. I'VE ALSO READ THAT ONE PERSON HAD A FIRE COME FROM THIS ISSUE. IS THERE ANY MOTION FOR A R...

Feb 27, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON AND REMAINS ON UNTIL TURNED OFF. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS. I'VE ALSO READ THAT ONE PERSON HAD A FIRE COME FROM THIS ISSUE. IS THERE ANY MOTION FOR A R...

Feb 27, 2008 Parking Brake 45,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON AND REMAINS ON UNTIL TURNED OFF. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS. I'VE ALSO READ THAT ONE PERSON HAD A FIRE COME FROM THIS ISSUE. IS THERE ANY MOTION FOR A R...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM ALSO HAVING AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHT SHOWING ON THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE HAD COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS AND RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING ERROR CODES: C1236 LR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; C1235 RR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; AND C1185 POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAULT. I HA...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM ALSO HAVING AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHT SHOWING ON THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE HAD COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS AND RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING ERROR CODES: C1236 LR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; C1235 RR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; AND C1185 POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAULT. I HA...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM ALSO HAVING AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHT SHOWING ON THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE HAD COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS AND RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING ERROR CODES: C1236 LR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; C1235 RR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; AND C1185 POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAULT. I HA...

Feb 12, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I AM ALSO HAVING AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE ABS LIGHT SHOWING ON THE DASH WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE HAD COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS AND RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING ERROR CODES: C1236 LR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; C1235 RR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR INPUT MISSING; AND C1185 POWER RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT FAULT. I HA...

Feb 11, 2008 Power Train

MY WIFE PULLED UP TO STOP AND WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED SHE HAD NO GEARS FROM THE TRANSMISSION. NO WARNING SIGNS OR SOUNDS. WE HAD THE VAN TOED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP( CHAMPION FORD) IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS A INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WE WERE TOLD IT WOULD BE 3,319.94 TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION A...

Feb 11, 2008 Power Train

MY WIFE PULLED UP TO STOP AND WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED SHE HAD NO GEARS FROM THE TRANSMISSION. NO WARNING SIGNS OR SOUNDS. WE HAD THE VAN TOED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP( CHAMPION FORD) IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS A INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. WE WERE TOLD IT WOULD BE 3,319.94 TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION A...

Jan 22, 2008 Steering

RAINY WEATHER . POWER STEERING FAILED. LET THE POWER STEERING BELT DRY OUT. TOOK FORD CAR TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. *TR

Jan 22, 2008 Steering

RAINY WEATHER . POWER STEERING FAILED. LET THE POWER STEERING BELT DRY OUT. TOOK FORD CAR TO DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. *TR

Jan 14, 2008 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE FORWARD SPEED. THEN TRANSMISSION FLUID BEGAN TO POUR OUT FROM THE TRANSAXLE, APPARENTLY CONTACTING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OR ENGINE MANIFOLD. THE LATEST CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE, RESULTING IN TOTAL A LOSS AND DAMAGE TO THIRD-PARTY PROPERTY. AT THE...

Jan 14, 2008 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF, SOMETIMES STAY ON. SOMETIMES IT STOPS FOR A WEEK, AND SOMETIMES IT FLICKERS NONSTOP! *TR

Jan 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

MY ABS, EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THEY STAY ILLUMINATED UNTIL I TURN THE CAR OFF. THERE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE ANY RHYME OR REASON AS TO WHEN THEY COME ON. THE ONE TIME I HAD IT LOOKED AT, THEY COULD FIND NO ERROR AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED TO BRING IT IN WHILE THE LIGHTS W...

Jan 14, 2008 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOOSE FORWARD SPEED. THEN TRANSMISSION FLUID BEGAN TO POUR OUT FROM THE TRANSAXLE, APPARENTLY CONTACTING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OR ENGINE MANIFOLD. THE LATEST CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CATCH FIRE, RESULTING IN TOTAL A LOSS AND DAMAGE TO THIRD-PARTY PROPERTY. AT THE...

Jan 14, 2008 Electrical System

INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF, SOMETIMES STAY ON. SOMETIMES IT STOPS FOR A WEEK, AND SOMETIMES IT FLICKERS NONSTOP! *TR

Jan 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

MY ABS, EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHTS RANDOMLY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THEY STAY ILLUMINATED UNTIL I TURN THE CAR OFF. THERE DOES NOT SEEM TO BE ANY RHYME OR REASON AS TO WHEN THEY COME ON. THE ONE TIME I HAD IT LOOKED AT, THEY COULD FIND NO ERROR AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED TO BRING IT IN WHILE THE LIGHTS W...

Jan 13, 2008 Power Train 103,000 mi

I AND MY WIFE WERE RETURNING HOME FROM A LONG TRIP TO SETTLE MY SON AT A REHABILITATION CENTER FOR KIDS WITH RETARDATION WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING AT ALL. IT WAS RAINING AND A TORNADO WARNING WAS ISSUED FOR WHERE WE WERE. I HAD TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE RO...

Jan 13, 2008 Power Train 103,000 mi

I AND MY WIFE WERE RETURNING HOME FROM A LONG TRIP TO SETTLE MY SON AT A REHABILITATION CENTER FOR KIDS WITH RETARDATION WHEN THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING AT ALL. IT WAS RAINING AND A TORNADO WARNING WAS ISSUED FOR WHERE WE WERE. I HAD TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE RO...

Dec 31, 2007 Power Train 42,468 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSAXLE JERKS VEHICLE FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR SHIFT UNDER LIGHT OR MODERATE THROTTLE. WAS SERVICED 4 TIMES IN 2006 BY DEALER. DEALER REBUILT TRANSAXLE YET PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 2ND TIME AND PROBLEM WAS EVEN MORE PRONOUNCED. NOW VEHICLE WOUL...

Dec 31, 2007 Power Train 42,468 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TRANSAXLE JERKS VEHICLE FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR SHIFT UNDER LIGHT OR MODERATE THROTTLE. WAS SERVICED 4 TIMES IN 2006 BY DEALER. DEALER REBUILT TRANSAXLE YET PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. DEALER REPLACED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 2ND TIME AND PROBLEM WAS EVEN MORE PRONOUNCED. NOW VEHICLE WOUL...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Electrical System 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Electrical System 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 27, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,750 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY GO ON AND OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM, OR IT IS HOT OUTSIDE. NO PROBLEMS ON COLD DAYS. BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK FINE. THERE ALSO APPEARS TO BE SOME LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CONTINUES TO CAUSE A SHORT ...

Dec 12, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINUES TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. HE HAS SPENT OVER $2,000 IN REPAIRS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THIS WAS A COMMON FAILURE. THERE WERE NO...

Dec 12, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT CONTINUES TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. HE HAS SPENT OVER $2,000 IN REPAIRS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THIS WAS A COMMON FAILURE. THERE WERE NO...

Dec 7, 2007 Power Train 99,824 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND PLACED INTO GEAR, BUT IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOW...

Dec 7, 2007 Power Train 99,824 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND PLACED INTO GEAR, BUT IT WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOW...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Air 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Air 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Air 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Air 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Dec 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 75,000 mi

ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ARE LIT ON DASH. DEALER SAYS THAT THE ABS ECU HAS FAILED AND THAT THE ANTILOCK BRAKES WILL NOT WORK UNTIL THIS IS REPLACED. AT THE SAME SERVICE VISIT THE DEALER FOUND THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HAD FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPL...

Nov 26, 2007 Air Bags Crash 46,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. AS OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007, THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DRIVER S...

Nov 26, 2007 Air Bags Crash 46,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. AS OF NOVEMBER 26, 2007, THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DRIVER S...

Nov 21, 2007 Electrical System Fire 18,335 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS BEING BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, APPROXIMATELY 15 FEET. DRIVER SMELLED SOMETHING, HEARD SOUND, AND FELT HEAT AT FEET. DRIVER IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF IGNITION AND REMOVED FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM VEHICLE TO A SAFE AREA. THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES WITHIN SECONDS AND WAS TOTA...

Nov 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED APPROXIMATELY FOUR OR FIVE TIMES. ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTO MECHANIC SHOP AND THEY DISCOVERED NINE CODES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS WAS NO LONGER F...

Nov 21, 2007 Electrical System Fire 18,335 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WAS BEING BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, APPROXIMATELY 15 FEET. DRIVER SMELLED SOMETHING, HEARD SOUND, AND FELT HEAT AT FEET. DRIVER IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF IGNITION AND REMOVED FRONT SEAT PASSENGER FROM VEHICLE TO A SAFE AREA. THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES WITHIN SECONDS AND WAS TOTA...

Nov 21, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 58,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED APPROXIMATELY FOUR OR FIVE TIMES. ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTO MECHANIC SHOP AND THEY DISCOVERED NINE CODES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ABS WAS NO LONGER F...

Nov 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING THE VAN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. SOMETIMES THEY GO OFF FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND THEN COME BACK ON DURING DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY COME ON AND STAY ON DURING DRIVING. DEALER SAID I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES WHILE THE LIGHT IS ON BUT SINCE I LIVE IN FLORIDA AND DO...

Nov 17, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING THE VAN THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON FOR NO APPARENT REASON. SOMETIMES THEY GO OFF FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND THEN COME BACK ON DURING DRIVING. SOMETIMES THEY COME ON AND STAY ON DURING DRIVING. DEALER SAID I HAVE NO ABS BRAKES WHILE THE LIGHT IS ON BUT SINCE I LIVE IN FLORIDA AND DO...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 12, 2007 Electrical System 73,000 mi

MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IS A NIGHTMARE. IT STARTED WITH THE DOME LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF OR JUST STAYING ON. I TURNED THE SWITCH OFF BUT THE LIGHTS STILL COME ON. THEN WHEN I WOULD OPEN THE REAR WINDOWS A FUSE WOULD BLOW CAUSING ALL WINDOWS, RADIO, ETC.. TO STOP WORKING. I HAVE TAKEN IT IN SE...

Nov 5, 2007 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE. I HAVE HAD MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. AFTER SEARCHING THIS VAN ON THE WEB I HAVE FOUND OUT THAT MANY OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE EXACT PROBLEMS WITH THEIR 2003 WINDSTAR. THERE IS OBVIOUSLY SOMETHING WRONG WITH THIS YEARS MODELS AND FORD SHOULD RECALL...

Nov 5, 2007 Electrical System

I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SE. I HAVE HAD MANY ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE. AFTER SEARCHING THIS VAN ON THE WEB I HAVE FOUND OUT THAT MANY OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE EXACT PROBLEMS WITH THEIR 2003 WINDSTAR. THERE IS OBVIOUSLY SOMETHING WRONG WITH THIS YEARS MODELS AND FORD SHOULD RECALL...

Oct 29, 2007 Power Train 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 50,000 MILES, AND THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. EVEN THOUGH PROPER MAINTENANCE DONE. VEHICLE SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR, AND REVERSE IS NOT HIT OR MISS. SEARCH ON THE INTERNET REVEALS THIS VEHICLE IS WORTHLESS AND A REBUILD IS RECOMMENDED OVER A USED ONE SINCE YOUR ONLY GOING TO...

Oct 29, 2007 Power Train 53,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, 50,000 MILES, AND THE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. EVEN THOUGH PROPER MAINTENANCE DONE. VEHICLE SHIFTS OUT OF GEAR, AND REVERSE IS NOT HIT OR MISS. SEARCH ON THE INTERNET REVEALS THIS VEHICLE IS WORTHLESS AND A REBUILD IS RECOMMENDED OVER A USED ONE SINCE YOUR ONLY GOING TO...

Oct 26, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY OR EITHER REMAINS LIT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE FAILURE BEGAN IN JULY OF 2007 AFTER THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN SERVICED. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE BACK TO BE INSPECTED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 32,000...

Oct 26, 2007 Visibility 45,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE HEATER BLEND DOOR. VAN HAS NO DEFROSTER AND IS UNDRIVABLE IN WINTER. *TR

Oct 26, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY OR EITHER REMAINS LIT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE FAILURE BEGAN IN JULY OF 2007 AFTER THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN SERVICED. THE CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE BACK TO BE INSPECTED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 32,000...

Oct 26, 2007 Visibility 45,000 mi

FAILURE OF THE HEATER BLEND DOOR. VAN HAS NO DEFROSTER AND IS UNDRIVABLE IN WINTER. *TR

Oct 22, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON MULTIPLE TIMES DAILY. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS 2001-2003. THE ISSUE APPEARS TO BE A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM INCLUDING THE ABS SYSTEM. BRAKE FLUID LEAK...

Oct 22, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

MY AUTOMOBILE KEEPS GETTING MULTIPLE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND ABS ERRORS. THE LIGHTS COME ON MULTIPLE TIMES DAILY. UPON RESEARCHING THIS PROBLEM IT APPEARS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD ISSUE WITH FORD WINDSTARS 2001-2003. THE ISSUE APPEARS TO BE A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM INCLUDING THE ABS SYSTEM. BRAKE FLUID LEAK...

Oct 19, 2007 Electrical System 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 19, 2007 Visibility 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 19, 2007 Interior Lighting 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 19, 2007 Electrical System 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 19, 2007 Visibility 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 19, 2007 Interior Lighting 30,515 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTOR FOR THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO BECAUSE IT HAD NOT BEEN WORKING AT ALL. THE REAR WING WINDOWS WORK SPORADICALLY. HE ALSO STATED THAT ALL OF THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATE FOR NO REASON. THE CUR...

Oct 16, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,500 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR '03. STARTING IN MAY 2007, AT ABOUT 45,600 MILES, MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE ILLUMINATED. THE CODE READ BY THE MECHANIC FROM THE COMPUTER IS C1185. NEARLY EVERY TIME I USE THE CAR SINCE, THE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF TURNING ON THE IGNITION. *TR

Oct 16, 2007 Exterior Lighting 46,500 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR '03. STARTING IN MAY 2007, AT ABOUT 45,600 MILES, MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE ILLUMINATED. THE CODE READ BY THE MECHANIC FROM THE COMPUTER IS C1185. NEARLY EVERY TIME I USE THE CAR SINCE, THE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF TURNING ON THE IGNITION. *TR

Oct 16, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,500 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR '03. STARTING IN MAY 2007, AT ABOUT 45,600 MILES, MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE ILLUMINATED. THE CODE READ BY THE MECHANIC FROM THE COMPUTER IS C1185. NEARLY EVERY TIME I USE THE CAR SINCE, THE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF TURNING ON THE IGNITION. *TR

Oct 16, 2007 Exterior Lighting 46,500 mi

I OWN A FORD WINDSTAR '03. STARTING IN MAY 2007, AT ABOUT 45,600 MILES, MY BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT ARE ILLUMINATED. THE CODE READ BY THE MECHANIC FROM THE COMPUTER IS C1185. NEARLY EVERY TIME I USE THE CAR SINCE, THE LIGHTS COME ON WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF TURNING ON THE IGNITION. *TR

Sep 17, 2007 Electrical System 57,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND WOULD REMAIN LIT. AS OF SEPTEMBER 17, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT BRAKES WERE REPLACED, HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Sep 17, 2007 Electrical System 57,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND WOULD REMAIN LIT. AS OF SEPTEMBER 17, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT BRAKES WERE REPLACED, HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WA...

Sep 15, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE RED BRAKE AND YELLOW ABS LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASH. A MECHANIC LOOKED AT THE PROBLEM AND NOTICED THAT THE "CRUISE CONTROL KNOCK OFF SWITCH" WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THERE WAS ALSO A SERVICE BULLETIN AND RECALLS CONCERNING THIS PARTICULAR SWITCH ON MULTIPLE FORD VEHICLES EXCEPT O...

Sep 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. MY ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I CAN SIT AND LET MY CAR IDLE, AND THE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT IT, AND SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE DEALERSHIP (FORD D...

Sep 15, 2007 Parking Brake 94,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. MY ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I CAN SIT AND LET MY CAR IDLE, AND THE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT IT, AND SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE DEALERSHIP (FORD D...

Sep 15, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 116,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE RED BRAKE AND YELLOW ABS LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASH. A MECHANIC LOOKED AT THE PROBLEM AND NOTICED THAT THE "CRUISE CONTROL KNOCK OFF SWITCH" WAS LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. THERE WAS ALSO A SERVICE BULLETIN AND RECALLS CONCERNING THIS PARTICULAR SWITCH ON MULTIPLE FORD VEHICLES EXCEPT O...

Sep 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. MY ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I CAN SIT AND LET MY CAR IDLE, AND THE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT IT, AND SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE DEALERSHIP (FORD D...

Sep 15, 2007 Parking Brake 94,000 mi

I WOULD LIKE TO REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. MY ABS AND EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT RANDOMLY COME ON, FOR NO APPARENT REASON. I CAN SIT AND LET MY CAR IDLE, AND THE LIGHT WILL COME ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT IT, AND SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE DEALERSHIP (FORD D...

Sep 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARKING AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. AS OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000 AND CURRENT MIL...

Sep 10, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 20,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARKING AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. AS OF SEPTEMBER 10, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000 AND CURRENT MIL...

Sep 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,000 mi

HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX WITH 36,900 MILES ON. ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON CONTINUOUSLY FOR A FEW MONTHS AFTER INTERMITTENTLY A COUPLE MONTHS. THIS STARTED IN THE SPRING OF '07. THE NUMBER OF FAILURES INDICATED IS AN ESTIMATE AS IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO ACCOUNT FOR ALL THE FAILURES. FOR EXAMPLE, ...

Sep 7, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,000 mi

HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR LX WITH 36,900 MILES ON. ABS & BRAKE LIGHTS ON CONTINUOUSLY FOR A FEW MONTHS AFTER INTERMITTENTLY A COUPLE MONTHS. THIS STARTED IN THE SPRING OF '07. THE NUMBER OF FAILURES INDICATED IS AN ESTIMATE AS IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO ACCOUNT FOR ALL THE FAILURES. FOR EXAMPLE, ...

Sep 4, 2007 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 1 TO 10 MILES, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN LIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE ...

Sep 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 1 TO 10 MILES, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN LIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE ...

Sep 4, 2007 Exterior Lighting 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 1 TO 10 MILES, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN LIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE ...

Sep 4, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN 1 TO 10 MILES, THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATE AND REMAIN LIT UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN. THE ...

Aug 6, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 94,472 mi

MY WIFE WAS PARKED AND STARTED OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 6 AUG 2007 WHEN SHE NOTICED A LARGE AMOUNT OF WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, SHE HAD ALREADY DRIVEN THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES THAT MORNING. THINKING THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE SHE OPENED THE HOOD, SHE SAW THE SMOKE CO...

Aug 6, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 94,472 mi

MY WIFE WAS PARKED AND STARTED OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON 6 AUG 2007 WHEN SHE NOTICED A LARGE AMOUNT OF WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, SHE HAD ALREADY DRIVEN THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES THAT MORNING. THINKING THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE SHE OPENED THE HOOD, SHE SAW THE SMOKE CO...

Aug 3, 2007 Steering 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY FAILED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP AND THEY REPAIRED ...

Aug 3, 2007 Steering 60,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY FAILED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOP AND THEY REPAIRED ...

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 66,600 mi

WITH NO WARNING, THE FRONT LEFT COIL SPRING ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED AS WE WERE DRIVING. THE BROKEN SPRING SHOT INTO MY TIRE CAUSING A BLOWOUT AND LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE ALMOST HITTING A GUARD RAIL AND THEN ONCOMING TRAFFIC. WE WERE ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL AND STOP IT...

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 66,600 mi

WITH NO WARNING, THE FRONT LEFT COIL SPRING ON MY 2003 FORD WINDSTAR SNAPPED AS WE WERE DRIVING. THE BROKEN SPRING SHOT INTO MY TIRE CAUSING A BLOWOUT AND LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE ALMOST HITTING A GUARD RAIL AND THEN ONCOMING TRAFFIC. WE WERE ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL AND STOP IT...

Jun 20, 2007 Electrical System 67,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL MALFUNCTIONED. *AK

Jun 20, 2007 Electrical System 67,000 mi

INSTRUMENT PANEL MALFUNCTIONED. *AK

Jun 10, 2007 Power Train 71,894 mi

DRIVING SOUTHBOUND ON I65 IN LEBABNON, IN ON WAY TO WORK AT ABOUT 65-70 MPH. SUDDENLY THE VANS TARTED TO SLOW EVEN THOUGH I WAS MAINTAIING PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WITH TRACTOR TRAILERS RACING UP BEHIND ME, SWERVING SORUND ME AND HRONS BLARING. I WAS BALE TO GET OFF AT THE NEXT E...

Jun 10, 2007 Power Train 71,894 mi

DRIVING SOUTHBOUND ON I65 IN LEBABNON, IN ON WAY TO WORK AT ABOUT 65-70 MPH. SUDDENLY THE VANS TARTED TO SLOW EVEN THOUGH I WAS MAINTAIING PRESSURE ON GAS PEDAL. VAN CONTINUED TO SLOW WITH TRACTOR TRAILERS RACING UP BEHIND ME, SWERVING SORUND ME AND HRONS BLARING. I WAS BALE TO GET OFF AT THE NEXT E...

Jun 6, 2007 Air Bags Crash 95,598 mi

A VEHICLE TURNED LEFT INFRONT OF ME. HAVING NO TIME TO APPLY MY BRAKES, MY VEHICLE FRONT END STRUCK THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE OTHER VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45-50MPH. IT WAS A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT TO MY VEHICLE OF SUCH FORCE IT KILLED THE OTHER DRIVER. NEITHER OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.

Jun 6, 2007 Air Bags Crash 95,598 mi

A VEHICLE TURNED LEFT INFRONT OF ME. HAVING NO TIME TO APPLY MY BRAKES, MY VEHICLE FRONT END STRUCK THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE OTHER VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 45-50MPH. IT WAS A DIRECT FRONTAL IMPACT TO MY VEHICLE OF SUCH FORCE IT KILLED THE OTHER DRIVER. NEITHER OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.

Jun 2, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

ITEM # 1 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. VEHICLE BEGAN TO IDLE SLUGGISHLY WHEN COLD. REPAIR SHOP INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THE LOWER ENGINE MANIFOLD GASKET HAD FAILED. REPLACED LOWER MANIFOLD AND GASKET AND PROBLEM WAS CORRECTED. ITEM # 2 BATTERY LIGHT FLICKERING. GROUNDING STRAP BETWEEN ALTERN...

Jun 2, 2007 Electrical System 40,000 mi

ITEM # 1 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. VEHICLE BEGAN TO IDLE SLUGGISHLY WHEN COLD. REPAIR SHOP INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THE LOWER ENGINE MANIFOLD GASKET HAD FAILED. REPLACED LOWER MANIFOLD AND GASKET AND PROBLEM WAS CORRECTED. ITEM # 2 BATTERY LIGHT FLICKERING. GROUNDING STRAP BETWEEN ALTERN...

Jun 2, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

ITEM # 1 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. VEHICLE BEGAN TO IDLE SLUGGISHLY WHEN COLD. REPAIR SHOP INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THE LOWER ENGINE MANIFOLD GASKET HAD FAILED. REPLACED LOWER MANIFOLD AND GASKET AND PROBLEM WAS CORRECTED. ITEM # 2 BATTERY LIGHT FLICKERING. GROUNDING STRAP BETWEEN ALTERN...

Jun 2, 2007 Electrical System 40,000 mi

ITEM # 1 ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. VEHICLE BEGAN TO IDLE SLUGGISHLY WHEN COLD. REPAIR SHOP INVESTIGATED AND FOUND THE LOWER ENGINE MANIFOLD GASKET HAD FAILED. REPLACED LOWER MANIFOLD AND GASKET AND PROBLEM WAS CORRECTED. ITEM # 2 BATTERY LIGHT FLICKERING. GROUNDING STRAP BETWEEN ALTERN...

Apr 29, 2007 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

EXTERIOR BRAKES LIGHTS STAY ON AS THOUGH THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, AND EVEN COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHEN NO ONE IS IN THE CAR. WHEN YOU GET IN THE CAR, THERE IS A HOT, OVERHEATED SMELL IN THE CAR. SEVERAL MORNINGS I HAVE GOTTEN IN THE CAR TO FIND THAT THE BATTERY IS DEAD, AND I HAVE TO JUMP THE ...

Apr 29, 2007 Exterior Lighting 50,000 mi

EXTERIOR BRAKES LIGHTS STAY ON AS THOUGH THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, AND EVEN COME ON BY THEMSELVES WHEN NO ONE IS IN THE CAR. WHEN YOU GET IN THE CAR, THERE IS A HOT, OVERHEATED SMELL IN THE CAR. SEVERAL MORNINGS I HAVE GOTTEN IN THE CAR TO FIND THAT THE BATTERY IS DEAD, AND I HAVE TO JUMP THE ...

Mar 27, 2007 Electrical System 51,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - PROBLEM BEGAN IN OCTOBER, 2006. VEHICLE WOULDN'T START; THEREFORE, WE PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY. SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED - WOULDN'T START ON IT'S OWN, HAD TO BE JUMP STARTED EACH TIME TO DRIVE. HAS HAD THREE SEPARATE REPAIR APPOINTMENTS TO WHICH THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY PROBLEM. ...

Mar 27, 2007 Electrical System 51,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR - PROBLEM BEGAN IN OCTOBER, 2006. VEHICLE WOULDN'T START; THEREFORE, WE PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY. SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED - WOULDN'T START ON IT'S OWN, HAD TO BE JUMP STARTED EACH TIME TO DRIVE. HAS HAD THREE SEPARATE REPAIR APPOINTMENTS TO WHICH THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY PROBLEM. ...

Feb 28, 2007 Steering

I HAVE A HORRIBLE WHINING NOISE WHEN I TURN MY STEERING WHEEL, I HEARD ITS PROBABLY THE POWER STEERING PUMP. I AM GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE IT. *NM

Feb 28, 2007 Steering

I HAVE A HORRIBLE WHINING NOISE WHEN I TURN MY STEERING WHEEL, I HEARD ITS PROBABLY THE POWER STEERING PUMP. I AM GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE IT. *NM

Feb 21, 2007 Power Train 44,087 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINSTAR. THE CONTACT'S FAMILY MEMBER AND PASSENGER WERE IN TEHE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING FORWARD, BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THERE WER...

Feb 21, 2007 Power Train 44,087 mi

TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD WINSTAR. THE CONTACT'S FAMILY MEMBER AND PASSENGER WERE IN TEHE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING FORWARD, BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THERE WER...

Feb 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,400 mi

CHECK EMISSIONS LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDS REPLACEMENT. SERVICE REP SAID THAT THIS MODEL YEAR HAS EXPERIENCED FREQUENT FAILURE WITH THIS PART. *NM

Feb 8, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,400 mi

CHECK EMISSIONS LIGHT CAME ON. BROUGHT VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET NEEDS REPLACEMENT. SERVICE REP SAID THAT THIS MODEL YEAR HAS EXPERIENCED FREQUENT FAILURE WITH THIS PART. *NM

Jan 30, 2007 Power Train 47,652 mi

I STARTED THE VAN AND LEFT THE DRIVER'S DOOR OPEN TO RUN INSIDE THE HOUSE TO GET SOMETHING. WHEN I CAME BACK THE VAN WAS ROLLING BACKWARD ACROSS THE NEIGHBOR'S YARD. BECAUSE THE DOOR WAS OPEN IT WAS RIPPED BACKWARD AS IT LEFT THE GARAGE AND HIT THE SIDE OF THE GARAGE DOOR. IT HAD ROLLED OFF A RETAIN...

Jan 30, 2007 Power Train 47,652 mi

I STARTED THE VAN AND LEFT THE DRIVER'S DOOR OPEN TO RUN INSIDE THE HOUSE TO GET SOMETHING. WHEN I CAME BACK THE VAN WAS ROLLING BACKWARD ACROSS THE NEIGHBOR'S YARD. BECAUSE THE DOOR WAS OPEN IT WAS RIPPED BACKWARD AS IT LEFT THE GARAGE AND HIT THE SIDE OF THE GARAGE DOOR. IT HAD ROLLED OFF A RETAIN...

Jan 25, 2007 Electrical System Fire 356,000 mi

TL* - ON JANUARY 17, 2007 THE CONTACT'S 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CAUGHT ON FIRE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS WHEN SHE DROVE THE VEHICLE EARLIER IN THAT DAY. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE , AND THAT SPARKS WERE SEEN UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE ...

Jan 25, 2007 Electrical System Fire 356,000 mi

TL* - ON JANUARY 17, 2007 THE CONTACT'S 2003 FORD WINDSTAR CAUGHT ON FIRE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATOR LIGHTS WHEN SHE DROVE THE VEHICLE EARLIER IN THAT DAY. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE , AND THAT SPARKS WERE SEEN UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE ...

Jan 22, 2007 Electrical System 24,687 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND NOW A POSSIBLE BAD INTAKE GASKET CAUSING A ROUGH IDLE/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT/LEAN RUNNING CODE. I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER AS THEY COULDN'T REPAIR EITHER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON WHILE DRIVING OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION...

Jan 22, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,687 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND NOW A POSSIBLE BAD INTAKE GASKET CAUSING A ROUGH IDLE/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT/LEAN RUNNING CODE. I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER AS THEY COULDN'T REPAIR EITHER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON WHILE DRIVING OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION...

Jan 22, 2007 Electrical System 24,687 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND NOW A POSSIBLE BAD INTAKE GASKET CAUSING A ROUGH IDLE/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT/LEAN RUNNING CODE. I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER AS THEY COULDN'T REPAIR EITHER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON WHILE DRIVING OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION...

Jan 22, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 24,687 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR HAS HAD MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL ISSUES AND NOW A POSSIBLE BAD INTAKE GASKET CAUSING A ROUGH IDLE/CHECK ENGINE LIGHT/LEAN RUNNING CODE. I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN OUR LOCAL FORD DEALER AS THEY COULDN'T REPAIR EITHER THE INTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON WHILE DRIVING OR INTERMITTENT OPERATION...

Jan 10, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE TOOK THE TO A FORD DEALER TO BE SERVICED. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A FAULTY HEAD GASKET. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THIS FAULT IS DUE TO A FAULTY CRANCASE ( PVC) VALVE. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER MECHANIC HE FOUND THAT THE PVC...

Jan 10, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE TOOK THE TO A FORD DEALER TO BE SERVICED. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A FAULTY HEAD GASKET. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THIS FAULT IS DUE TO A FAULTY CRANCASE ( PVC) VALVE. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER MECHANIC HE FOUND THAT THE PVC...

Jan 3, 2007 Seat Belts 55,600 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO TOLD HER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ADVISED THE CONSUMER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO...

Jan 3, 2007 Seat Belts 55,600 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT BELTS WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, WHO TOLD HER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO ADVISED THE CONSUMER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO...

Sep 15, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 15, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 15, 2006 Electrical System 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 15, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 15, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 15, 2006 Electrical System 94,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT INCIDENT. AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP DETERMINED THERE WAS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE AND RESET THE CODES. THE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE ABS MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE DOOR ...

Sep 13, 2006 Air Bags 108,373 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON SMOOTH HIGHWAY AT 35 MPH MAX, THE RIGHT SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND THE BUTTON ON THE DOOR POST THAT OPERATES THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR SHOT OUT. THE VEHICLE HAD COLLIDED WITH NOTHING; NOBODY IN THE VEHICLE FELT A BUMP. THERE WAS NO VISIBLE EVIDENCE OF COLLISION FOUND BY THE IN...

Sep 13, 2006 Air Bags 108,373 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON SMOOTH HIGHWAY AT 35 MPH MAX, THE RIGHT SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AND THE BUTTON ON THE DOOR POST THAT OPERATES THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR SHOT OUT. THE VEHICLE HAD COLLIDED WITH NOTHING; NOBODY IN THE VEHICLE FELT A BUMP. THERE WAS NO VISIBLE EVIDENCE OF COLLISION FOUND BY THE IN...

Sep 9, 2006 Power Train 70,000 mi

I OWN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, SERVICED BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP. AT 70,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE OVERDRIVE INDICATOR LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. WITHIN AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ALTOGETHER, NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. THE TEARDOWN REVEALED A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER, INPUT SHAFT SUPPOR...

Sep 9, 2006 Power Train 70,000 mi

I OWN 2003 FORD WINDSTAR, SERVICED BY THE FORD DEALERSHIP. AT 70,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE OVERDRIVE INDICATOR LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. WITHIN AN HOUR THE TRANSMISSION FAILED ALTOGETHER, NO FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS. THE TEARDOWN REVEALED A FAILED TORQUE CONVERTER, INPUT SHAFT SUPPOR...

Aug 30, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,756 mi

MY VAN IS SPUTTERING AND I WAS TOLD IT IS DUE TO THE VALVE COVER LEAKING AND MY UPPER INTAKE IS FULL OF OIL. IN ADDITION, THAT THE ENGINE IS TAKING IN AIR AND BASICALLY MY ENGINE IS COVERED IN OIL. FORD SERVICE THEN PROCEEDS TO TELL ME THAT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER THIS BECAUSE IT IS A ...

Aug 30, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 51,756 mi

MY VAN IS SPUTTERING AND I WAS TOLD IT IS DUE TO THE VALVE COVER LEAKING AND MY UPPER INTAKE IS FULL OF OIL. IN ADDITION, THAT THE ENGINE IS TAKING IN AIR AND BASICALLY MY ENGINE IS COVERED IN OIL. FORD SERVICE THEN PROCEEDS TO TELL ME THAT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER THIS BECAUSE IT IS A ...

Jul 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 25,302 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS PURCHASED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2003. I HAD SO MANY ISSUES WITH THIS VAN SINCE PURCHASING IT, IT'S NOT EVEN FUNNY. IT STARTED OUT WITH THE DOOR LOCKS AND THE BACK HATCH DOOR NOT OPERATING CORRECTLY....THERE WERE ALSO SOME COSMETIC ITEMS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE. THE MOST ...

Jul 28, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 25,302 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS PURCHASED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2003. I HAD SO MANY ISSUES WITH THIS VAN SINCE PURCHASING IT, IT'S NOT EVEN FUNNY. IT STARTED OUT WITH THE DOOR LOCKS AND THE BACK HATCH DOOR NOT OPERATING CORRECTLY....THERE WERE ALSO SOME COSMETIC ITEMS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE. THE MOST ...

Jul 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 25,302 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS PURCHASED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2003. I HAD SO MANY ISSUES WITH THIS VAN SINCE PURCHASING IT, IT'S NOT EVEN FUNNY. IT STARTED OUT WITH THE DOOR LOCKS AND THE BACK HATCH DOOR NOT OPERATING CORRECTLY....THERE WERE ALSO SOME COSMETIC ITEMS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE. THE MOST ...

Jul 28, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 25,302 mi

I OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT WAS PURCHASED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2003. I HAD SO MANY ISSUES WITH THIS VAN SINCE PURCHASING IT, IT'S NOT EVEN FUNNY. IT STARTED OUT WITH THE DOOR LOCKS AND THE BACK HATCH DOOR NOT OPERATING CORRECTLY....THERE WERE ALSO SOME COSMETIC ITEMS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE. THE MOST ...

Jul 6, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jul 6, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jul 6, 2006 Power Train 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jul 6, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jul 6, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jul 6, 2006 Power Train 10 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VAN. EVER SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VAN AFTER RUNNING AT CRUISING SPEED THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE DOWN. WE HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES BUT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT. BEING A FORMER FORD TECH. I TRIED TO FIX IT MY SELF AND REPLACED THE TPS SENSOR WITH NO LUCK. NO MATT...

Jun 25, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

TWICE MY VEHICLE WENT IN FOR REPAIR FOR ENGINE RUNNING LEAN. THE FIRST TIME THEY SAID IT WAS A FAULTY MASS FLOW SENSOR, $ 400.00 TO REPAIR. A FEW MONTHS LATTER THE SAME CODE COMES UP I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER. THIS TIME THEY SAID FORD HAD ISSUED A REPAIR FOR THE VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE VALVE COVER...

Jun 25, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

TWICE MY VEHICLE WENT IN FOR REPAIR FOR ENGINE RUNNING LEAN. THE FIRST TIME THEY SAID IT WAS A FAULTY MASS FLOW SENSOR, $ 400.00 TO REPAIR. A FEW MONTHS LATTER THE SAME CODE COMES UP I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER. THIS TIME THEY SAID FORD HAD ISSUED A REPAIR FOR THE VEHICLE. IT SEEMS THE VALVE COVER...

Jun 16, 2006 Power Train

WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN, THE VAN MADE A NOISE LIKE IT WAS SHIFTING OUT OF GEAR, THEN THE CAR STOPPED. I HAD NO PROBLEMS GETTING THE GEARS TO SHIFT BEFORE OR AFTER. AFTER THE VAN STOPPED, WOULD NOT MOVE INTO ANY GEAR. I TRIED REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, D2 AND D1 AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL...

Jun 16, 2006 Power Train

WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN, THE VAN MADE A NOISE LIKE IT WAS SHIFTING OUT OF GEAR, THEN THE CAR STOPPED. I HAD NO PROBLEMS GETTING THE GEARS TO SHIFT BEFORE OR AFTER. AFTER THE VAN STOPPED, WOULD NOT MOVE INTO ANY GEAR. I TRIED REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, D2 AND D1 AND THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL...

Jun 2, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS A COPY OF THE LETTER I SENT TO FORD RECENTLY. I THOUGHT I WOULD TRY BOTH PATHS TO SEE IF THERE IS ANY OTHER INFORMATION OUT THERE ABOUT THIS ISSUE. FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER P.O. BOX 6248 DEARBORN, MI 48126 HELLO, I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VIN XXXXXXXXX THAT ...

Jun 2, 2006 Electrical System

THIS IS A COPY OF THE LETTER I SENT TO FORD RECENTLY. I THOUGHT I WOULD TRY BOTH PATHS TO SEE IF THERE IS ANY OTHER INFORMATION OUT THERE ABOUT THIS ISSUE. FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER P.O. BOX 6248 DEARBORN, MI 48126 HELLO, I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VIN XXXXXXXXX THAT ...

Jun 2, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS IS A COPY OF THE LETTER I SENT TO FORD RECENTLY. I THOUGHT I WOULD TRY BOTH PATHS TO SEE IF THERE IS ANY OTHER INFORMATION OUT THERE ABOUT THIS ISSUE. FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER P.O. BOX 6248 DEARBORN, MI 48126 HELLO, I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VIN XXXXXXXXX THAT ...

Jun 2, 2006 Electrical System

THIS IS A COPY OF THE LETTER I SENT TO FORD RECENTLY. I THOUGHT I WOULD TRY BOTH PATHS TO SEE IF THERE IS ANY OTHER INFORMATION OUT THERE ABOUT THIS ISSUE. FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER P.O. BOX 6248 DEARBORN, MI 48126 HELLO, I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR VIN XXXXXXXXX THAT ...

May 31, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY WIFE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF PARKING HER 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN A PARKING LOT. AS SHE WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE LEVEL OF THE GAS PEDAL CAUSING HER FOOT TO ENGAGE BOTH THE BRAKE AND THE ACCELERATOR AT THE SAME TIME. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND SHE HIT A POST (THANKFULLY NOT...

May 31, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY WIFE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF PARKING HER 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN A PARKING LOT. AS SHE WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE LEVEL OF THE GAS PEDAL CAUSING HER FOOT TO ENGAGE BOTH THE BRAKE AND THE ACCELERATOR AT THE SAME TIME. THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD AND SHE HIT A POST (THANKFULLY NOT...

May 11, 2006 Power Train 59,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE TRANSMISSION AND POWER STEERING IS GOING OUT OF IT. TO ME THEY SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 60,000 MILES. *NM

May 11, 2006 Steering 59,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE TRANSMISSION AND POWER STEERING IS GOING OUT OF IT. TO ME THEY SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 60,000 MILES. *NM

May 11, 2006 Power Train 59,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE TRANSMISSION AND POWER STEERING IS GOING OUT OF IT. TO ME THEY SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 60,000 MILES. *NM

May 11, 2006 Steering 59,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 WINDSTAR AND THE TRANSMISSION AND POWER STEERING IS GOING OUT OF IT. TO ME THEY SHOULD LAST LONGER THAN 60,000 MILES. *NM

May 1, 2006 Exterior Lighting

BRAKE LIGHTS (ALL THREE) ARE LIGHTED WHEN NO ONE IS IN CAR. IT LIKE THE BREAK LIGHTS STAY LIT AFTER PARKING VEHICLE. YOU GO TO GET IN CAR AND FIND THE BREAK LIGHTS ARE ON AS IF BREAK PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. INTERIOR OF VAN SMELLS LIKE ELECTRIC OVERHEAT. *NM

May 1, 2006 Exterior Lighting

BRAKE LIGHTS (ALL THREE) ARE LIGHTED WHEN NO ONE IS IN CAR. IT LIKE THE BREAK LIGHTS STAY LIT AFTER PARKING VEHICLE. YOU GO TO GET IN CAR AND FIND THE BREAK LIGHTS ARE ON AS IF BREAK PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. INTERIOR OF VAN SMELLS LIKE ELECTRIC OVERHEAT. *NM

Apr 3, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,500 mi

ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM ACTIVATES FOR NO REASON, THIS CAUSES THE BRAKES TO APPLY BRINGING THE VAN TO A HALT. I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES. ONCE THEY REPLACED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE. ALTHOUGH THIS HAS OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES, THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I AM ABLE TO SHUT...

Apr 3, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,500 mi

ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM ACTIVATES FOR NO REASON, THIS CAUSES THE BRAKES TO APPLY BRINGING THE VAN TO A HALT. I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES. ONCE THEY REPLACED THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MODULE. ALTHOUGH THIS HAS OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES, THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I AM ABLE TO SHUT...

Mar 22, 2006 Exterior Lighting

MESSAGE: I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT IS GETTING WATER INTO THE LEFT HEADLIGHT. THE WATER IS CAUSING THE HEADLIGHT TO DETERIORATE AND EFFECTIVENESS. I CAN FIND NO CRACKS OR BREAKAGE OF THE PRODUCT AND FEEL THAT THIS IS A DEFECT IN FORD MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP. FORD REFUSES TO REPLACE TH...

Mar 22, 2006 Interior Lighting

CONSUMER 2003 WINDSTAR INTERIOR LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AND SOMETIMES WILL STAY. *TS THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD A PART CALLED A GEM MODULE COULD REPLACED. *JB

Mar 22, 2006 Exterior Lighting

MESSAGE: I HAVE A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR THAT IS GETTING WATER INTO THE LEFT HEADLIGHT. THE WATER IS CAUSING THE HEADLIGHT TO DETERIORATE AND EFFECTIVENESS. I CAN FIND NO CRACKS OR BREAKAGE OF THE PRODUCT AND FEEL THAT THIS IS A DEFECT IN FORD MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP. FORD REFUSES TO REPLACE TH...

Mar 22, 2006 Interior Lighting

CONSUMER 2003 WINDSTAR INTERIOR LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING AND SOMETIMES WILL STAY. *TS THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD A PART CALLED A GEM MODULE COULD REPLACED. *JB

Mar 8, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 12,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING ON DRY ROADS AT 20 MPH. IF THE VEHICLE SITS FOR A FEW MINUTES, IT RESTARTS WITHOUT A PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. EACH TIME THE MECHANIC HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.

Mar 8, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 12,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING ON DRY ROADS AT 20 MPH. IF THE VEHICLE SITS FOR A FEW MINUTES, IT RESTARTS WITHOUT A PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. EACH TIME THE MECHANIC HAS BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.

Feb 4, 2006 Wheels 50,035 mi

FRONT RIGHT WHEEL SEPARATED ON 2003 WINDSTAR. ALL FIVE WHEEL STUDS SHEARED OFF. WHEEL CAME OUT AND FENDER FELL ON WHEEL. FORD TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY. SUGGESTED I USE INSURANCE. NATIONWIDE PAID OVER SIXTEEN HUNDRED. *NM

Feb 4, 2006 Wheels 50,035 mi

FRONT RIGHT WHEEL SEPARATED ON 2003 WINDSTAR. ALL FIVE WHEEL STUDS SHEARED OFF. WHEEL CAME OUT AND FENDER FELL ON WHEEL. FORD TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY. SUGGESTED I USE INSURANCE. NATIONWIDE PAID OVER SIXTEEN HUNDRED. *NM

Jan 25, 2006 Visibility

PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW INPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING VEHICLE. POLICE REPORT INDICATED NO SIGN OF VEHICLE BEING HIT BY OBJECT.THERE WAS NO SIGN THAT WINDOW WAS CHIPPED OR CRACKED. AK

Jan 25, 2006 Visibility

PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW INPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING VEHICLE. POLICE REPORT INDICATED NO SIGN OF VEHICLE BEING HIT BY OBJECT.THERE WAS NO SIGN THAT WINDOW WAS CHIPPED OR CRACKED. AK

Jan 24, 2006 Visibility 25,540 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE LEFT FRONT POWER WINDOW CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS SEEN BY A DEALER. THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL WAS REPLACED, BUT FAILED THE NEXT DAY. DEALER REPLACED MASTER SWITCH TO WINDOWS. *AK

Jan 24, 2006 Visibility 25,540 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE LEFT FRONT POWER WINDOW CONTROL WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS SEEN BY A DEALER. THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL WAS REPLACED, BUT FAILED THE NEXT DAY. DEALER REPLACED MASTER SWITCH TO WINDOWS. *AK

Nov 24, 2005 Structure 27,500 mi

CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH POWER REAR SLIDING DOORS. NON-OPERATIONAL ON DRIVERS SIDE AND OPENING BY ITSELF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, DOES NOT RETRACT WHEN CLOSING IF THERE IS AN OBJECT IN THE WAY AS STATED IN OWNERS MANUAL. HAPPENED AFTER 1 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL QUALITY SHOULD BE BETTER TH...

Nov 24, 2005 Electrical System 27,500 mi

CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH POWER REAR SLIDING DOORS. NON-OPERATIONAL ON DRIVERS SIDE AND OPENING BY ITSELF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, DOES NOT RETRACT WHEN CLOSING IF THERE IS AN OBJECT IN THE WAY AS STATED IN OWNERS MANUAL. HAPPENED AFTER 1 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL QUALITY SHOULD BE BETTER TH...

Nov 24, 2005 Structure 27,500 mi

CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH POWER REAR SLIDING DOORS. NON-OPERATIONAL ON DRIVERS SIDE AND OPENING BY ITSELF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, DOES NOT RETRACT WHEN CLOSING IF THERE IS AN OBJECT IN THE WAY AS STATED IN OWNERS MANUAL. HAPPENED AFTER 1 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL QUALITY SHOULD BE BETTER TH...

Nov 24, 2005 Electrical System 27,500 mi

CONTINUING PROBLEM WITH POWER REAR SLIDING DOORS. NON-OPERATIONAL ON DRIVERS SIDE AND OPENING BY ITSELF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. ALSO, DOES NOT RETRACT WHEN CLOSING IF THERE IS AN OBJECT IN THE WAY AS STATED IN OWNERS MANUAL. HAPPENED AFTER 1 YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED. FEEL QUALITY SHOULD BE BETTER TH...

Nov 20, 2005 Steering 56,999 mi

NOISE IN POWER STEERING. *NM

Nov 20, 2005 Equipment 56,999 mi

NOISE IN POWER STEERING. *NM

Nov 20, 2005 Steering 56,999 mi

NOISE IN POWER STEERING. *NM

Nov 20, 2005 Equipment 56,999 mi

NOISE IN POWER STEERING. *NM

Nov 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WORKED TOGETHER. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKES TO BE APPLIED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THERE WAS NO WARNING ,AND IT HAPPENED TO DIFFERENT WHEELS AT DIFFERENT TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY MADE AN ADJUSTM...

Nov 14, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 34,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE TRACTION CONTROL AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WORKED TOGETHER. THIS CAUSED THE BRAKES TO BE APPLIED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THERE WAS NO WARNING ,AND IT HAPPENED TO DIFFERENT WHEELS AT DIFFERENT TIMES. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY MADE AN ADJUSTM...

Oct 21, 2005 Seats

RE:RECALL #03C05 I HAVE TWICE IN THE PAST TWO YEARS ATTEMPTED TO HAVE FMC ADDRESS THIS RECALL, BOTH TIMES I WAS TOLD THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PART AND WOULD CALL ME WHEN IT CAME IN ---NO CALL - DEALER #2 TOLD ME TO BRING THE CAR IN TODAY AND WHEN I ARRIVED TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PART. AFTER TWO YE...

Oct 21, 2005 Seats

RE:RECALL #03C05 I HAVE TWICE IN THE PAST TWO YEARS ATTEMPTED TO HAVE FMC ADDRESS THIS RECALL, BOTH TIMES I WAS TOLD THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PART AND WOULD CALL ME WHEN IT CAME IN ---NO CALL - DEALER #2 TOLD ME TO BRING THE CAR IN TODAY AND WHEN I ARRIVED TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PART. AFTER TWO YE...

Sep 27, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM AND RED BRAKE LAMP ON AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *JB

Sep 27, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

EXHIBITING INTERMITTENT ANTI-SKID BRAKE SYSTEM AND RED BRAKE LAMP ON AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING. *JB

Sep 26, 2005 Tires

I PURCHASED FOUR NEW MICHELIN HYDROEDGE TIRES FOR MY WIFE'S CAR IN FEBRUARY 2005. BGOD HAEX 2004 215/65/R1698T. TWO HAVE BLOWN, LITERALLY, APART ON HER FORD WINDSTAR 2004 MINIVAN - SEL MODEL. I HAVE RETURNED THEM TO COSTCO AND THEY HAVE REPLACED ALL FOUR WITH A LESSER MICHELIN TIRE. TIRES WERE F...

Sep 26, 2005 Tires

I PURCHASED FOUR NEW MICHELIN HYDROEDGE TIRES FOR MY WIFE'S CAR IN FEBRUARY 2005. BGOD HAEX 2004 215/65/R1698T. TWO HAVE BLOWN, LITERALLY, APART ON HER FORD WINDSTAR 2004 MINIVAN - SEL MODEL. I HAVE RETURNED THEM TO COSTCO AND THEY HAVE REPLACED ALL FOUR WITH A LESSER MICHELIN TIRE. TIRES WERE F...

Sep 6, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,900 mi

ABS AND PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL COME ON SPORADICALLY HAD A FORD SHOP DIAGNOSE IT AS A BAD ABS MODULE. HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED BECAUSE OF THE UNAVAILABILITY OF THE PART. THIS PART MONITORS THE PRESSURE TO EACH BRAKE UNIT TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM SLIDING IN AN EMERGENCY. LUCKILY THE...

Sep 6, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,900 mi

ABS AND PARKING BRAKE LIGHT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL COME ON SPORADICALLY HAD A FORD SHOP DIAGNOSE IT AS A BAD ABS MODULE. HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED BECAUSE OF THE UNAVAILABILITY OF THE PART. THIS PART MONITORS THE PRESSURE TO EACH BRAKE UNIT TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM SLIDING IN AN EMERGENCY. LUCKILY THE...

Aug 17, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 31,600 mi

WHILE IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKES ACTIVATED, ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STARTING CAR MOVING FORWARD. RELEASING THE OVER DRIVE OPTION ON THE GEAR SHIFT STOPPED THE UNCONTROLLED ENGINE REVVING. THIS WAS THE THIRD OCCURRENCE OF THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE A VISIT TO THE DEALERSHIP SCHEDULED TO INV...

Aug 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,600 mi

WHILE IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKES ACTIVATED, ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STARTING CAR MOVING FORWARD. RELEASING THE OVER DRIVE OPTION ON THE GEAR SHIFT STOPPED THE UNCONTROLLED ENGINE REVVING. THIS WAS THE THIRD OCCURRENCE OF THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE A VISIT TO THE DEALERSHIP SCHEDULED TO INV...

Aug 17, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 31,600 mi

WHILE IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKES ACTIVATED, ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STARTING CAR MOVING FORWARD. RELEASING THE OVER DRIVE OPTION ON THE GEAR SHIFT STOPPED THE UNCONTROLLED ENGINE REVVING. THIS WAS THE THIRD OCCURRENCE OF THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE A VISIT TO THE DEALERSHIP SCHEDULED TO INV...

Aug 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 31,600 mi

WHILE IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT WITH BRAKES ACTIVATED, ENGINE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, STARTING CAR MOVING FORWARD. RELEASING THE OVER DRIVE OPTION ON THE GEAR SHIFT STOPPED THE UNCONTROLLED ENGINE REVVING. THIS WAS THE THIRD OCCURRENCE OF THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE A VISIT TO THE DEALERSHIP SCHEDULED TO INV...

Aug 9, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

DT: 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES IF HE PULLS UP TO A STOP SIGN AND PUTS THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL THE VEHICLE WILL IDLE AT 2,000 RPMS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN INSPECTED FOUR TIMES AT THE DEALERSHIP. IT IS GOING BACK TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THIS WEEK. THE VEHICLE HA...

Aug 9, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 17,000 mi

DT: 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. WHEN DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES IF HE PULLS UP TO A STOP SIGN AND PUTS THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL THE VEHICLE WILL IDLE AT 2,000 RPMS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN INSPECTED FOUR TIMES AT THE DEALERSHIP. IT IS GOING BACK TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THIS WEEK. THE VEHICLE HA...

Jul 26, 2005 Tires 52,900 mi

FAILURE(PREMATURE TREAD SEPERATION) ON 07/24/2005 AT 10:30 PM MY HUSBAND AND I WERE IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR( ON HWY 65) WHEN WE EPERIANCED A BLOW OUT, WE WERE TRAVELING AT THE POSTED SPEED AND THERE WERE NO OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE ROAD. UPON INVESTIGATION OF THE TIRE ( AMERI GS60 P215/70/R15) WE DISC...

Jul 26, 2005 Visibility

TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE MOST STATES HAVE PASSED A LAW REQUIRING MOTORISTS TO TURN ON THEIR HEADLAMPS DURING RAIN STORMS. I AM ASSUMING THIS PRACTICE IS TO ENSURE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES. THIS COULD BE ACCOMPLISHED BY ONE OF TWO WAYS: 1ST-WHEN THE MOTORISTS ACTIVATES HIS WINDSHIELD WIPERS, HE A...

Jul 26, 2005 Tires 52,900 mi

FAILURE(PREMATURE TREAD SEPERATION) ON 07/24/2005 AT 10:30 PM MY HUSBAND AND I WERE IN OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR( ON HWY 65) WHEN WE EPERIANCED A BLOW OUT, WE WERE TRAVELING AT THE POSTED SPEED AND THERE WERE NO OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE ROAD. UPON INVESTIGATION OF THE TIRE ( AMERI GS60 P215/70/R15) WE DISC...

Jul 26, 2005 Visibility

TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE MOST STATES HAVE PASSED A LAW REQUIRING MOTORISTS TO TURN ON THEIR HEADLAMPS DURING RAIN STORMS. I AM ASSUMING THIS PRACTICE IS TO ENSURE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES. THIS COULD BE ACCOMPLISHED BY ONE OF TWO WAYS: 1ST-WHEN THE MOTORISTS ACTIVATES HIS WINDSHIELD WIPERS, HE A...

Jul 7, 2005 Structure

DT: CONTACT STATES THE AUTOMATIC DOORS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE DOOR IS TAKING MORE RESISTANCE BEFORE THE DOOR BACKS UP. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE, AND DEALERSHIP STATED THE VEHICLE WAS FINE. THE CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND THE SERVICE DEALER. *AK

Jul 7, 2005 Structure

DT: CONTACT STATES THE AUTOMATIC DOORS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE DOOR IS TAKING MORE RESISTANCE BEFORE THE DOOR BACKS UP. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE, AND DEALERSHIP STATED THE VEHICLE WAS FINE. THE CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND THE SERVICE DEALER. *AK

Jun 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 4,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL ONGOING PROBLEMS THAT THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO REPAIR. THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT OCCAISIONALLY COMES ON AND LOUD GRINDING NOISES ARE HEARD AND VIBRATIONS FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR. THIS PROBLEM BEGAN AROUND 9/2004. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF WHILE DR...

Jun 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 4,000 mi

OUR VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL ONGOING PROBLEMS THAT THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO REPAIR. THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT OCCAISIONALLY COMES ON AND LOUD GRINDING NOISES ARE HEARD AND VIBRATIONS FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR. THIS PROBLEM BEGAN AROUND 9/2004. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF WHILE DR...

Jun 28, 2005 Steering Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 28, 2005 Electrical System Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 28, 2005 Steering Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 28, 2005 Electrical System Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 25,255 mi

OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR BEGAN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL FAILURES. ON MAY 27, AFTER DRIVING NORMALLY, WE STOPPED FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES. THEN THE VAN STALLED SEVERAL TIMES ON A SHORT TRIP. AFTER ANOTHER 10 MINUTE STOP, IT OPERATED NORMALLY AGAIN. SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE NEXT WEEK, ALTHOUGH T...

Jun 5, 2005 Air Bags Crash

MY MOTHER WAS DRIVING HER 2003 SEL WINDSTAR, A CAR HIT HER BY A CAR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE WINDSTAR, THIS CAUSED THE WINDSTAR TO CHANGE DIRECTION AND CRASH AGAIN WITH SOME TREES, SO, THERE WERE 2 CRASHES, A TREE FINISHED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FRONT SIDE OF THE WINDSTAR, THE AUTOMATIC DOOR ON THE LEF...

Jun 5, 2005 Air Bags Crash

MY MOTHER WAS DRIVING HER 2003 SEL WINDSTAR, A CAR HIT HER BY A CAR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE WINDSTAR, THIS CAUSED THE WINDSTAR TO CHANGE DIRECTION AND CRASH AGAIN WITH SOME TREES, SO, THERE WERE 2 CRASHES, A TREE FINISHED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FRONT SIDE OF THE WINDSTAR, THE AUTOMATIC DOOR ON THE LEF...

Jun 3, 2005 Structure

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY AFTER CLOSING. THIS IS A CONCERN WHEN THERE ARE CHILDREN OR PETS IN THE CAR. TWO DIFFERENT CAR DEALERS HAVE ATTEMPTED MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY HAVE BEEN UNSUCESSFUL SO FAR. ANOTHER ISSUE IS THE CAR ALARM GOES OFF FOR A...

Jun 3, 2005 Electrical System

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY AFTER CLOSING. THIS IS A CONCERN WHEN THERE ARE CHILDREN OR PETS IN THE CAR. TWO DIFFERENT CAR DEALERS HAVE ATTEMPTED MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY HAVE BEEN UNSUCESSFUL SO FAR. ANOTHER ISSUE IS THE CAR ALARM GOES OFF FOR A...

Jun 3, 2005 Structure

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY AFTER CLOSING. THIS IS A CONCERN WHEN THERE ARE CHILDREN OR PETS IN THE CAR. TWO DIFFERENT CAR DEALERS HAVE ATTEMPTED MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY HAVE BEEN UNSUCESSFUL SO FAR. ANOTHER ISSUE IS THE CAR ALARM GOES OFF FOR A...

Jun 3, 2005 Electrical System

THE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY 2003 WINDSTAR OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY AFTER CLOSING. THIS IS A CONCERN WHEN THERE ARE CHILDREN OR PETS IN THE CAR. TWO DIFFERENT CAR DEALERS HAVE ATTEMPTED MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM. THEY HAVE BEEN UNSUCESSFUL SO FAR. ANOTHER ISSUE IS THE CAR ALARM GOES OFF FOR A...

May 29, 2005 Seats 50,000 mi

THE DRIVERSIDE SEAT REPLACED WAS REPLACED ONCE. THE SEAT BACK HAD WARPED AND WAS UNCOMFORTABLE FOR DRIVING. WHILE I AM A LARGE MAN, THIS IS THE FIRST SEAT BACK THAT I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE IN ANY VEHICLE. THE SECOND SEAT BACK HAS BEEN HOLDING UP SO FAR. THE FIRST FAILED WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR WITHIN 60...

May 29, 2005 Seats 50,000 mi

THE DRIVERSIDE SEAT REPLACED WAS REPLACED ONCE. THE SEAT BACK HAD WARPED AND WAS UNCOMFORTABLE FOR DRIVING. WHILE I AM A LARGE MAN, THIS IS THE FIRST SEAT BACK THAT I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE IN ANY VEHICLE. THE SECOND SEAT BACK HAS BEEN HOLDING UP SO FAR. THE FIRST FAILED WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR WITHIN 60...

May 20, 2005 Electrical System 24,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. OUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HAS GONE HAYWIRE. THE TACHOMETER STOPPED WORKING, IT IS COMPLETELY OFF THE SCAL. THE SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK. SOMETIMES IT REGISTERS THAT YOU ARE DOING 50MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, AND THEN WILL NOT REGISTER ANY SPEED WHEN YOU ARE MOVI...

May 20, 2005 Electrical System 24,000 mi

WE OWN A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. OUR INSTRUMENT PANEL HAS GONE HAYWIRE. THE TACHOMETER STOPPED WORKING, IT IS COMPLETELY OFF THE SCAL. THE SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK. SOMETIMES IT REGISTERS THAT YOU ARE DOING 50MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS NOT MOVING, AND THEN WILL NOT REGISTER ANY SPEED WHEN YOU ARE MOVI...

May 12, 2005 Power Train 22,712 mi

03 WINDSTAR WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, A/C WAS ON. MY WIFE AND I UNLOADED THE CHILDREN FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE VAN (MANUAL SLIDING DOORS) AND I UNLOADED A STROLLER FROM THE BACK OF THE VAN CLOSING THE TAILGATE. WE PLACED ITEMS IN OUR GARAGE AND I MOVED THE KIDS TOYS OUT...

May 12, 2005 Power Train 22,712 mi

03 WINDSTAR WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, A/C WAS ON. MY WIFE AND I UNLOADED THE CHILDREN FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE VAN (MANUAL SLIDING DOORS) AND I UNLOADED A STROLLER FROM THE BACK OF THE VAN CLOSING THE TAILGATE. WE PLACED ITEMS IN OUR GARAGE AND I MOVED THE KIDS TOYS OUT...

May 3, 2005 Steering 35,000 mi

POWER STEERING WENT OUT IN JANUARY 2005. FROM JAN 05 - MAY 05 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES.

May 3, 2005 Steering 35,000 mi

POWER STEERING WENT OUT IN JANUARY 2005. FROM JAN 05 - MAY 05 RACK AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES.

Feb 24, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN STREET, STEADY SPEED APPROX 40 MPH, NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE FOR INTERSECTION, VEHICLE WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. VISUALLY LOOKED TO CONFIRM FOOT WAS ON BRAKE AND NOT ON ACCELERATOR, IT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL TO AVOID A...

Feb 24, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN STREET, STEADY SPEED APPROX 40 MPH, NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE FOR INTERSECTION, VEHICLE WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. VISUALLY LOOKED TO CONFIRM FOOT WAS ON BRAKE AND NOT ON ACCELERATOR, IT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL TO AVOID A...

Feb 20, 2005 Power Train 43,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AFTER 43,00 MILES AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. I SPOKE TO A LOCAL AAMCO TRANSMISSION STORE AND THEY TOLD ME THIS WAS THE FOURTH SUCH PROBLEM WITH 2003 WINDSTAR'S THEY HAD SEEN IN A MONTH. *JB

Feb 20, 2005 Power Train 43,000 mi

THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AFTER 43,00 MILES AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. I SPOKE TO A LOCAL AAMCO TRANSMISSION STORE AND THEY TOLD ME THIS WAS THE FOURTH SUCH PROBLEM WITH 2003 WINDSTAR'S THEY HAD SEEN IN A MONTH. *JB

Feb 13, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 20,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH AUTOMATIC POWER SLIDING DOORS. THIS IS THE THIRD INCIDENT WHERE THE DOORS AUTOMATICALLY OPENED WHEN THEY WERE CLOSED AND LOCKED. THE FIRST 2X I RETURNED TO FIND THE DOORS OPENED AND RETRACTED. THE THIRD MY 3 YEAR OLD WAS SEATED IN HER CAR SEAT WHEN THE DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVI...

Feb 13, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 20,000 mi

2003 FORD WINDSTAR WITH AUTOMATIC POWER SLIDING DOORS. THIS IS THE THIRD INCIDENT WHERE THE DOORS AUTOMATICALLY OPENED WHEN THEY WERE CLOSED AND LOCKED. THE FIRST 2X I RETURNED TO FIND THE DOORS OPENED AND RETRACTED. THE THIRD MY 3 YEAR OLD WAS SEATED IN HER CAR SEAT WHEN THE DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVI...

Feb 1, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 23,500 mi

MERGING ONTO HIGHWAY PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL TO AROUND 45-50MPH. STEPPED ON BREAK PEDAL AND CAR WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. TOOK FOOT OFF BRAKE PEDAL TWICE AND CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. HAD TO KEEP APPLYING PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL, SLOWED DOWN SOMEWHAT, PULLED OFF HIGHWAY INTO PARKING LO...

Feb 1, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control 23,500 mi

MERGING ONTO HIGHWAY PRESSED ON GAS PEDAL TO AROUND 45-50MPH. STEPPED ON BREAK PEDAL AND CAR WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. TOOK FOOT OFF BRAKE PEDAL TWICE AND CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT TOUCHING GAS PEDAL. HAD TO KEEP APPLYING PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL, SLOWED DOWN SOMEWHAT, PULLED OFF HIGHWAY INTO PARKING LO...

Dec 28, 2004 Electrical System

SLIDING SIDE DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. TOLD NOTHING WRONG. ONE STOPPED WORKING. COST CLOSE TO $400 DOLLARS AND TOOK ALL DAY. SAID IT WAS AN ELECTRICIANS NIGHTMARE. THE VERY NEXT DAY THE OTHER DOOR QUITE WORKING. WE HAVE NO CHILDREN, SO DO NOT USE DOOR IN EXCESS. THIS IS MORE THAN COINCIDENCE. T...

Dec 28, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING SIDE DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. TOLD NOTHING WRONG. ONE STOPPED WORKING. COST CLOSE TO $400 DOLLARS AND TOOK ALL DAY. SAID IT WAS AN ELECTRICIANS NIGHTMARE. THE VERY NEXT DAY THE OTHER DOOR QUITE WORKING. WE HAVE NO CHILDREN, SO DO NOT USE DOOR IN EXCESS. THIS IS MORE THAN COINCIDENCE. T...

Dec 28, 2004 Electrical System

SLIDING SIDE DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. TOLD NOTHING WRONG. ONE STOPPED WORKING. COST CLOSE TO $400 DOLLARS AND TOOK ALL DAY. SAID IT WAS AN ELECTRICIANS NIGHTMARE. THE VERY NEXT DAY THE OTHER DOOR QUITE WORKING. WE HAVE NO CHILDREN, SO DO NOT USE DOOR IN EXCESS. THIS IS MORE THAN COINCIDENCE. T...

Dec 28, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

SLIDING SIDE DOORS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. TOLD NOTHING WRONG. ONE STOPPED WORKING. COST CLOSE TO $400 DOLLARS AND TOOK ALL DAY. SAID IT WAS AN ELECTRICIANS NIGHTMARE. THE VERY NEXT DAY THE OTHER DOOR QUITE WORKING. WE HAVE NO CHILDREN, SO DO NOT USE DOOR IN EXCESS. THIS IS MORE THAN COINCIDENCE. T...

Dec 16, 2004 Steering

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 16, 2004 Electrical System

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 16, 2004 Suspension

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 16, 2004 Steering

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 16, 2004 Electrical System

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 16, 2004 Suspension

WE PURCHASED THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR IN OCTOBER OF 2003. SINCE THAT TIME, THE VAN HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP 5 TIMES BECAUSE OF A LOUD SCREECHING IN THE POWER STEERING, INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERING ON AND OFF (WHICH THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY COULDN'T FIND A REASON FOR THAT AND THAT I SHOULD JUST TURN...

Dec 13, 2004 Structure

MY CIGGARETTE LIGHTER POPS OUT ONTO THE FLOOR EVERY TIME IT IS PUSHED IN. THE DISTRACTION OF A POSSIBLE FIRE CAN CAUSE A WRECK.*AK

Dec 13, 2004 Structure

MY CIGGARETTE LIGHTER POPS OUT ONTO THE FLOOR EVERY TIME IT IS PUSHED IN. THE DISTRACTION OF A POSSIBLE FIRE CAN CAUSE A WRECK.*AK

Nov 19, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

ON 5-10-04 I WAS DRIVING HOME IN HEAVY TRAFFIC TRAVELING AT ABOUT 55 MPH,THEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SURGED ON IT'S OWN TO 80 MPH. I ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE CAR, AND THE BRAKES LOCKED AND WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL. I SHIFTED THE CAR DOWN TO LOW GEAR AND SLOWED THE CAR DOWN TO 60MPH, . I WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP TH...

Nov 19, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 23,000 mi

ON 5-10-04 I WAS DRIVING HOME IN HEAVY TRAFFIC TRAVELING AT ABOUT 55 MPH,THEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SURGED ON IT'S OWN TO 80 MPH. I ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE CAR, AND THE BRAKES LOCKED AND WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL. I SHIFTED THE CAR DOWN TO LOW GEAR AND SLOWED THE CAR DOWN TO 60MPH, . I WAS ONLY ABLE TO STOP TH...

Nov 18, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

THE SPEED GAUGE NEEDLE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MOVED BACK AND FORTH ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AN D PROBLEM RECURRED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, BUT MECHANIC CLAIMED PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. *AK

Nov 18, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

THE SPEED GAUGE NEEDLE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MOVED BACK AND FORTH ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AN D PROBLEM RECURRED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, BUT MECHANIC CLAIMED PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. *AK

Nov 16, 2004 Power Train

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE WINDSTAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED UP TO 80 MPH BY ITSELF. BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, SHE GOT IT TO A LOW ENOUGH SPEED TO SLAM THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK.*AK THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, BUT ABOUT 3 OR 4 MONTHS LATER, IT HAPPENE...

Nov 16, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE WINDSTAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED UP TO 80 MPH BY ITSELF. BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, SHE GOT IT TO A LOW ENOUGH SPEED TO SLAM THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK.*AK THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, BUT ABOUT 3 OR 4 MONTHS LATER, IT HAPPENE...

Nov 16, 2004 Power Train

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE WINDSTAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED UP TO 80 MPH BY ITSELF. BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, SHE GOT IT TO A LOW ENOUGH SPEED TO SLAM THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK.*AK THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, BUT ABOUT 3 OR 4 MONTHS LATER, IT HAPPENE...

Nov 16, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE WINDSTAR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED UP TO 80 MPH BY ITSELF. BY APPLYING THE BRAKES, SHE GOT IT TO A LOW ENOUGH SPEED TO SLAM THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK.*AK THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, BUT ABOUT 3 OR 4 MONTHS LATER, IT HAPPENE...

Nov 15, 2004 Power Train 49,000 mi

SIMPLY DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND ATTEMPTED TO SET THE CRUISE CONTROL. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE, AND THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED. REQUIRED NEW TRANSMISSION TO REPAIR. THIS AFTER ONLY 49,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION FILTER AND FLUID CHANGED AT 37,000 MILES WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAD THE F...

Nov 15, 2004 Power Train 49,000 mi

SIMPLY DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND ATTEMPTED TO SET THE CRUISE CONTROL. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO RACE, AND THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED. REQUIRED NEW TRANSMISSION TO REPAIR. THIS AFTER ONLY 49,000 MILES. TRANSMISSION FILTER AND FLUID CHANGED AT 37,000 MILES WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAD THE F...

Nov 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

WHILE AT A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD TRY TO ACCELERATE FORWARD EVEN THOUGH THE CONSUMERS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THE CAUSE WAS NOT DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB

Nov 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 20,000 mi

WHILE AT A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD TRY TO ACCELERATE FORWARD EVEN THOUGH THE CONSUMERS FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THE CAUSE WAS NOT DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB

Oct 26, 2004 Seats

RE; RECALL NOTIFICATION #03C05-CERTAIN 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEAT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS. *BF *TC

Oct 26, 2004 Seats

RE; RECALL NOTIFICATION #03C05-CERTAIN 2001-2003 FORD WINDSTAR SEAT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS. *BF *TC

Oct 14, 2004 Power Train 43,556 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COME OUT PARK WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Oct 14, 2004 Power Train 43,556 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COME OUT PARK WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Sep 29, 2004 Suspension

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND REAR AXLE DOG TRACKS. UNABLE TO DRIVE IN LEFT LANE OF ANY MAJOR HIGHWAY WITH OUT VEHICLE WANTING TO DRIVE INTO ONCOMING TRAFIC OR CENTER MEDIAN OR RETAIN WALL. *AK

Sep 29, 2004 Suspension

VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND REAR AXLE DOG TRACKS. UNABLE TO DRIVE IN LEFT LANE OF ANY MAJOR HIGHWAY WITH OUT VEHICLE WANTING TO DRIVE INTO ONCOMING TRAFIC OR CENTER MEDIAN OR RETAIN WALL. *AK

Sep 24, 2004 Power Train Crash 27,600 mi

I THOUGHT THE VAN WAS IN PARK AND GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE. IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR AND STARTED TO ROLL BACK. I TRIED TO GET BACK INTO THE VEHICLE BUT IT ROLLED TO FAST AND CRUSHED MY LEG BETWEEN THE VEHICLE AND A POLE. AFTER I WAS THROWN FROM THE VEHICLE IT THEN STARTED TO GO FORWARD ON AN INCLINE. ...

Sep 24, 2004 Power Train Crash 27,600 mi

I THOUGHT THE VAN WAS IN PARK AND GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE. IT POPPED OUT OF GEAR AND STARTED TO ROLL BACK. I TRIED TO GET BACK INTO THE VEHICLE BUT IT ROLLED TO FAST AND CRUSHED MY LEG BETWEEN THE VEHICLE AND A POLE. AFTER I WAS THROWN FROM THE VEHICLE IT THEN STARTED TO GO FORWARD ON AN INCLINE. ...

Aug 14, 2004 Electrical System 37,000 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES STARTED JUMPING ALL OVER AND I COULD NOT DETERMINE MY SPEED, GAS AMOUNT OR ANY OTHER DATA FROM THE INSTRUMENTS. THIS HAPPENED AT 37,000 MILES AND I HAD TO PAY $500 TO HAVE A NEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PANEL INSTALLED. *AK

Aug 14, 2004 Electrical System 37,000 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES STARTED JUMPING ALL OVER AND I COULD NOT DETERMINE MY SPEED, GAS AMOUNT OR ANY OTHER DATA FROM THE INSTRUMENTS. THIS HAPPENED AT 37,000 MILES AND I HAD TO PAY $500 TO HAVE A NEW INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PANEL INSTALLED. *AK

Jul 26, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING DEATH.*AK

Jul 26, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

2003 FORD WINDSTAR ACCELERATES UNEXPECTEDLY, ALMOST CAUSING DEATH.*AK

Jul 14, 2004 Power Train 50 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TWO. FIRST, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN CHANGING GEARS. THIS CONDITION ALMOST CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. SECONDLY, DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH IF ANY TYPE OF DEBRIS GOT INSIDE OF THE BUCKLE OPENING, LEAVING THE DRIVER WITHOUT ANY RESTRAINT IF...

Jul 14, 2004 Seat Belts 50 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TWO. FIRST, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN CHANGING GEARS. THIS CONDITION ALMOST CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. SECONDLY, DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH IF ANY TYPE OF DEBRIS GOT INSIDE OF THE BUCKLE OPENING, LEAVING THE DRIVER WITHOUT ANY RESTRAINT IF...

Jul 14, 2004 Power Train 50 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TWO. FIRST, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN CHANGING GEARS. THIS CONDITION ALMOST CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. SECONDLY, DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH IF ANY TYPE OF DEBRIS GOT INSIDE OF THE BUCKLE OPENING, LEAVING THE DRIVER WITHOUT ANY RESTRAINT IF...

Jul 14, 2004 Seat Belts 50 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT TWO. FIRST, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN CHANGING GEARS. THIS CONDITION ALMOST CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION. SECONDLY, DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH IF ANY TYPE OF DEBRIS GOT INSIDE OF THE BUCKLE OPENING, LEAVING THE DRIVER WITHOUT ANY RESTRAINT IF...

Jul 13, 2004 Exterior Lighting Crash 28,500 mi

CONSUMER STATED THAT BRAKE LIGHT WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. CONSUMER HAS TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRS WERE MADE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE REAR BECAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO COME ON WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *AK

Jul 13, 2004 Exterior Lighting Crash 28,500 mi

CONSUMER STATED THAT BRAKE LIGHT WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. CONSUMER HAS TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND REPAIRS WERE MADE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS HIT FROM THE REAR BECAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO COME ON WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. *AK

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 600 mi

I HAVE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY WINDSTAR VAN. THIS VAN HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES BECAUSE THE DOOR WILL NOT SHUT SECURELY. I HAVE ACTUALLY HAD TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WITH THE DOOR ONLY PARTICULARLY SECURE FOR THEM TO EXAMINE THE PROBLEM. THIS IS UNSAFE ESPECIALLY SINCE MY CHILD WA...

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 30,000 mi

WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK ENGAGED IT PINCHED THE OCCUPANT'S ARM. AS A RESULT, PASSENGER SUFFERED A BLOOD BLISTER THAT TURNED INTO A BRUISE. *AK

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 58,000 mi

THE SLIDING DOOR SENOR FAILED, CAUSING A 3 YEAR OLD CHILD'S LEFT ARM TO BE CLOSED IN THE SLIDING DOOR WAY. CONSUMER HAD TO USE A CROWBAR TO OPEN THE SLIDING DOOR. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 600 mi

I HAVE POWER SLIDING DOORS ON MY WINDSTAR VAN. THIS VAN HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES BECAUSE THE DOOR WILL NOT SHUT SECURELY. I HAVE ACTUALLY HAD TO TAKE IT TO THE SHOP WITH THE DOOR ONLY PARTICULARLY SECURE FOR THEM TO EXAMINE THE PROBLEM. THIS IS UNSAFE ESPECIALLY SINCE MY CHILD WA...

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 30,000 mi

WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK ENGAGED IT PINCHED THE OCCUPANT'S ARM. AS A RESULT, PASSENGER SUFFERED A BLOOD BLISTER THAT TURNED INTO A BRUISE. *AK

Jul 6, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 58,000 mi

THE SLIDING DOOR SENOR FAILED, CAUSING A 3 YEAR OLD CHILD'S LEFT ARM TO BE CLOSED IN THE SLIDING DOOR WAY. CONSUMER HAD TO USE A CROWBAR TO OPEN THE SLIDING DOOR. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 23, 2004 Structure

CONSUMER ARM WAS PINCHED WHILE SHE WAS RESTING IT ON THE WINDOW LEDGE OF THE VEHICLE. *MR THIS PROBLEM WOULD OCCUR WHILE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. WHEN THE LOCK SNAPPED DOWN, THE CONSUMER'S ARM WOULD BE BADLY PINCHED. *SC

Jun 23, 2004 Structure

CONSUMER ARM WAS PINCHED WHILE SHE WAS RESTING IT ON THE WINDOW LEDGE OF THE VEHICLE. *MR THIS PROBLEM WOULD OCCUR WHILE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. WHEN THE LOCK SNAPPED DOWN, THE CONSUMER'S ARM WOULD BE BADLY PINCHED. *SC

Jun 21, 2004 Electrical System 10,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANY PROBLEM, AND TOLD CONSUMER TO COME AND PICK UP THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DEALERSHIP. THEN. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THE COMPUTER CHIP WAS BAD AN...

Jun 21, 2004 Electrical System 10,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANY PROBLEM, AND TOLD CONSUMER TO COME AND PICK UP THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE STALLED WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE DEALERSHIP. THEN. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THE COMPUTER CHIP WAS BAD AN...

Jun 15, 2004 Structure

#2 POWER SLINDING DOOR WOULD INADVERTENTLY OPEN WHILE IN MOTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED ON JUNE 24, 2004. *AK *JB

Jun 15, 2004 Structure

#2 POWER SLINDING DOOR WOULD INADVERTENTLY OPEN WHILE IN MOTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED ON JUNE 24, 2004. *AK *JB

Jun 14, 2004 Structure

SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO OPEN AND CLOSE BY REMOTE CONTROL. *AK THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR DID NOT OPEN OR CLOSE PROPERLY. *SC *JB

Jun 14, 2004 Structure

SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO OPEN AND CLOSE BY REMOTE CONTROL. *AK THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR DID NOT OPEN OR CLOSE PROPERLY. *SC *JB

Jun 10, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE WITH BRAKES DEPRESSED VEHICLE IDLED HIGH, RESULTING IN SURGING FORWARD INTO HOME . DEALER REPLACED IDLE CONTROL VALE. *AK

Jun 10, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

WHILE STARTING VEHICLE WITH BRAKES DEPRESSED VEHICLE IDLED HIGH, RESULTING IN SURGING FORWARD INTO HOME . DEALER REPLACED IDLE CONTROL VALE. *AK

Jun 8, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 3,000 mi

AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR OPENS BY ITSELF - NO COMMAND; DOOR WILL NOT POWER OPEN; DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY FREEZES. THE DOOR HAS OPENED ITSELF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION - VERY SCARY AND DANGEROUS FOR MY CHILDREN. THIS IS A PROBLEM FORD HAS KNOWN ABOUT BUT HAVE NOT BEEN PROACTIVE ABOUT FIXING (SEE FORD...

Jun 8, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 3,000 mi

AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR OPENS BY ITSELF - NO COMMAND; DOOR WILL NOT POWER OPEN; DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY FREEZES. THE DOOR HAS OPENED ITSELF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION - VERY SCARY AND DANGEROUS FOR MY CHILDREN. THIS IS A PROBLEM FORD HAS KNOWN ABOUT BUT HAVE NOT BEEN PROACTIVE ABOUT FIXING (SEE FORD...

Jun 1, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 7,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS FAILS. AFTER SET, LIGHTS UP ALTHOUGH THE TIRE PRESSURE IS PROPERLY SET. ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES IN CONDITIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE IT (E.G. DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE). THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SLOWS WITH A GRIDING NOISE. BOTH INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN...

Jun 1, 2004 Tires 7,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS FAILS. AFTER SET, LIGHTS UP ALTHOUGH THE TIRE PRESSURE IS PROPERLY SET. ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES IN CONDITIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE IT (E.G. DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE). THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SLOWS WITH A GRIDING NOISE. BOTH INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN...

Jun 1, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 7,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS FAILS. AFTER SET, LIGHTS UP ALTHOUGH THE TIRE PRESSURE IS PROPERLY SET. ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES IN CONDITIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE IT (E.G. DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE). THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SLOWS WITH A GRIDING NOISE. BOTH INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN...

Jun 1, 2004 Tires 7,000 mi

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS FAILS. AFTER SET, LIGHTS UP ALTHOUGH THE TIRE PRESSURE IS PROPERLY SET. ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGES IN CONDITIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE IT (E.G. DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE). THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SLOWS WITH A GRIDING NOISE. BOTH INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN...

May 11, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 2,400 mi

THE ADVANCED TRACKING SYSTEM ENGAGED ON ITS OWN. WHEN TRACKING SYSTEM ENGAGED VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED THREE TIMES SINCE AUGUST 2003. *AK *NM

May 11, 2004 Electronic Stability Control 2,400 mi

THE ADVANCED TRACKING SYSTEM ENGAGED ON ITS OWN. WHEN TRACKING SYSTEM ENGAGED VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED THREE TIMES SINCE AUGUST 2003. *AK *NM

Apr 29, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ACCELERATION PROBLEM. WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, MAKING IT VERY HARD TO MANEUVER ONCE THE ACCELERATION KICKED IN. APPLYING THE BRAKE DURING ACCELERATION WAS INEFFECTIVE. *AK THE AIR INTAKE CONTROL WAS REPLACED. *JB

Apr 29, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AN ACCELERATION PROBLEM. WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, MAKING IT VERY HARD TO MANEUVER ONCE THE ACCELERATION KICKED IN. APPLYING THE BRAKE DURING ACCELERATION WAS INEFFECTIVE. *AK THE AIR INTAKE CONTROL WAS REPLACED. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Tires

THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE HAS ONLY HAD HER VEHICLE APPROX 6 WKS AND HAS ALREADY HAD IT IN THE SHOP 4 TIMES. CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE SHE IS DRIVING, THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AND RESET LIGHT COMES ON. SHE STATES SHE HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE INTO THE SHOP AND EACH TIME THEY RESET THE COMPUTER AND I...

Apr 20, 2004 Tires

THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE HAS ONLY HAD HER VEHICLE APPROX 6 WKS AND HAS ALREADY HAD IT IN THE SHOP 4 TIMES. CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE SHE IS DRIVING, THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AND RESET LIGHT COMES ON. SHE STATES SHE HAS TAKEN THE VEHICLE INTO THE SHOP AND EACH TIME THEY RESET THE COMPUTER AND I...

Apr 19, 2004 Suspension 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ROCKED SIDE TO SIDE, AND THE REAR END WOBBLED. *AK

Apr 19, 2004 Suspension 12,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ROCKED SIDE TO SIDE, AND THE REAR END WOBBLED. *AK

Apr 14, 2004 Structure

I AM WRITING ABOUT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. OUR PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR FREQUENTLY POPS OPEN AFTER IT APPEARS TO HAVE LATCHED SHUT. IT HAS OPENED BY ITSELF ON THREE OCCASIONS WHILE THE VAN WAS IN DRIVE. RECENTLY MY THREE YEAR OLD DAUGHTER ALMOST FELL OUT OF THE VAN HEADFIRST ONTO CONCRETE...

Apr 14, 2004 Structure

I AM WRITING ABOUT OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. OUR PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR FREQUENTLY POPS OPEN AFTER IT APPEARS TO HAVE LATCHED SHUT. IT HAS OPENED BY ITSELF ON THREE OCCASIONS WHILE THE VAN WAS IN DRIVE. RECENTLY MY THREE YEAR OLD DAUGHTER ALMOST FELL OUT OF THE VAN HEADFIRST ONTO CONCRETE...

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 12,000 mi

I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON MONDAY, APRIL 5TH WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESSWAY AT 60 MPH WHEN A 3X5 METAL STRUCTURE FLEW OFF A FLAT BED AND STRUCK MY FRONT AND FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. (4000K WORTH OF DAMAGE) AND MY AIRBAD ONLY DEPLOYED A SMALL AMOUNT NOT ALL THE WAY.*AK

Apr 9, 2004 Steering 1,500 mi

STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AT 35 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE AND GAS PEDALS SIMULTANEOUSLY TO UNLOCK STEERING WHEEL. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 9, 2004 Seats 3,540 mi

DRIVERSIDE SEAT REPLACED FOR THE SECOND TIME. BOTH SEAT BACK AND SEAT CUSHION FAILED. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE! I AM A LARGE MAN 325 LBS. AND I OWNED A 1998 WINDSTAR WHICH I DID NOT HAVE THIS ISSUE IN THE YEARS THAT I OWNED IT. THIS SEAT AND VEHICLE IS A PIECE OF JUNK. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW A SEAT ON A...

Apr 9, 2004 Steering 1,500 mi

STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AT 35 MPH. CONSUMER HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE AND GAS PEDALS SIMULTANEOUSLY TO UNLOCK STEERING WHEEL. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Apr 9, 2004 Seats 3,540 mi

DRIVERSIDE SEAT REPLACED FOR THE SECOND TIME. BOTH SEAT BACK AND SEAT CUSHION FAILED. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE! I AM A LARGE MAN 325 LBS. AND I OWNED A 1998 WINDSTAR WHICH I DID NOT HAVE THIS ISSUE IN THE YEARS THAT I OWNED IT. THIS SEAT AND VEHICLE IS A PIECE OF JUNK. I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW A SEAT ON A...

Apr 1, 2004 Tires

CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE FOR 7 WEEKS, AND THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT STAYED ON. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP 3 TIMES. FORD MAINTAINED IT COULD NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. CONSEQUENTLY, CONSUMER WOULD JUST HAVE TO LIVE WITH THAT LIGHT STAYING ON. *AK

Apr 1, 2004 Tires

CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE FOR 7 WEEKS, AND THE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT STAYED ON. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP 3 TIMES. FORD MAINTAINED IT COULD NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. CONSEQUENTLY, CONSUMER WOULD JUST HAVE TO LIVE WITH THAT LIGHT STAYING ON. *AK

Mar 31, 2004 Structure

THE SLIDING DOOR WOULD CLOSE IF THE VEHICLE IS PARKED AND INCLINED. IT WOULD BE UNSAFE FOR THE CONSUMER WHILE STANDING BETWEEN THE DOORS. *AK

Mar 31, 2004 Structure

THE SLIDING DOOR WOULD CLOSE IF THE VEHICLE IS PARKED AND INCLINED. IT WOULD BE UNSAFE FOR THE CONSUMER WHILE STANDING BETWEEN THE DOORS. *AK

Mar 29, 2004 Electrical System

VEHICLE STALLED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC FORCING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND CHANGE THE FUSE. (NAR) *PH *CB

Mar 29, 2004 Electrical System

VEHICLE STALLED IN HEAVY TRAFFIC FORCING THE CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND CHANGE THE FUSE. (NAR) *PH *CB

Mar 18, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR SE. THE GAS PEDAL HAS A PIVOT IN THE ARM AND OVER THE LAST 8 MONTHS THAT I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE THIS PEDAL HAS CAUSED ME TO ALMOST GET INTO SEVERAL ACCIDENTS. THE PEDAL FLIPS ALMOST HORIZONTAL TOWARDS THE DRIVERS SEAT WHEN I TAKE MY FOOT OFF OF IT, THEREFORE WHEN I GO TO LEA...

Mar 18, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

I HAVE A 2003 WINDSTAR SE. THE GAS PEDAL HAS A PIVOT IN THE ARM AND OVER THE LAST 8 MONTHS THAT I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE THIS PEDAL HAS CAUSED ME TO ALMOST GET INTO SEVERAL ACCIDENTS. THE PEDAL FLIPS ALMOST HORIZONTAL TOWARDS THE DRIVERS SEAT WHEN I TAKE MY FOOT OFF OF IT, THEREFORE WHEN I GO TO LEA...

Mar 17, 2004 Structure 1,000 mi

EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE IN FRONT SEAT AREA AT 65 MPH OR FASTER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR. CANNOT LOCATE PROBLEM BUT RECOGNIZES THAT IT EXISTS. *NM

Mar 17, 2004 Structure 1,000 mi

EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE IN FRONT SEAT AREA AT 65 MPH OR FASTER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR. CANNOT LOCATE PROBLEM BUT RECOGNIZES THAT IT EXISTS. *NM

Mar 16, 2004 Visibility

WE'RE WRITING THIS LETTER TO INFORM YOU OF WHAT WE SEE AND FEEL IS A FLAW IN THE DESIGN OF THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND A SAFETY HAZARD. WE TOOK OUR 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH WE BOUGHT IT, " PRAIRIE FORD" LOCATED AT 601 WEST ROOSEVELT ROAD, WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60185 BECAUSE WE WE...

Mar 16, 2004 Visibility

WE'RE WRITING THIS LETTER TO INFORM YOU OF WHAT WE SEE AND FEEL IS A FLAW IN THE DESIGN OF THE 2003 FORD WINDSTAR AND A SAFETY HAZARD. WE TOOK OUR 2003 WINDSTAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FROM WHICH WE BOUGHT IT, " PRAIRIE FORD" LOCATED AT 601 WEST ROOSEVELT ROAD, WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60185 BECAUSE WE WE...

Mar 5, 2004 Electrical System 10,450 mi

VEHICLE IS A FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED 2003 MINIVAN. THE ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM CAME ON DURING NORMAL OPERATION AND ON DRY PAYMENT AND UNDER NORMAL CIRCUMSTANCES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SPINNING AND I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT INTO THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND THEN SLOWED TO A ST...

Mar 5, 2004 Electrical System 10,450 mi

VEHICLE IS A FORD WINDSTAR LIMITED 2003 MINIVAN. THE ADVANCE TRAC SYSTEM CAME ON DURING NORMAL OPERATION AND ON DRY PAYMENT AND UNDER NORMAL CIRCUMSTANCES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SPINNING AND I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT INTO THE ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND THEN SLOWED TO A ST...

Mar 1, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,066 mi

BRAKE FAILURE, THIRD TIME IN TWO MONTH PERIOD. *AK

Mar 1, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 7,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A SLIDING DOOR PROBLEM. THE DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR OPENED ON ITS OWN. VEHICLE HAD BEEN AT DEALER ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 1, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,066 mi

BRAKE FAILURE, THIRD TIME IN TWO MONTH PERIOD. *AK

Mar 1, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 7,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A SLIDING DOOR PROBLEM. THE DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR OPENED ON ITS OWN. VEHICLE HAD BEEN AT DEALER ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT DEALER WAS UNABLE TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 29, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 8,871 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AUTOMATIC DOOR PROBLEM. THE DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OPENED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. *AK

Jan 29, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 8,871 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT AUTOMATIC DOOR PROBLEM. THE DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OPENED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. *AK

Jan 27, 2004 Power Train

THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE EQUIPMENT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *MR THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND THE BRAKE PADS JUMPED. *SC *JB

Jan 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE EQUIPMENT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *MR THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND THE BRAKE PADS JUMPED. *SC *JB

Jan 27, 2004 Power Train

THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE EQUIPMENT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *MR THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND THE BRAKE PADS JUMPED. *SC *JB

Jan 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE EQUIPMENT ON 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. *MR THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOCKED UP WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, LOUD GRINDING NOISES, AND THE BRAKE PADS JUMPED. *SC *JB

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 50 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 10/17PM WITH 50 MILES REGISTERED ON ODOMETER. DRIVING THE CAR HOME FROM KING'S FORD, THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE SHIFTING WAS ROUGH UPON STARTING AND STOPPING THE CAR. THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT WAS ALSO FLASHING ON AND OFF. 10/18 AM, THE WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN BACK TO KING'S FORD SERVIC...

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 50 mi

PURCHASED VEHICLE 10/17PM WITH 50 MILES REGISTERED ON ODOMETER. DRIVING THE CAR HOME FROM KING'S FORD, THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE SHIFTING WAS ROUGH UPON STARTING AND STOPPING THE CAR. THE OVERDRIVE LIGHT WAS ALSO FLASHING ON AND OFF. 10/18 AM, THE WINDSTAR WAS TAKEN BACK TO KING'S FORD SERVIC...

Jan 9, 2004 Structure

PROBLEM WITH POWER DOORS ON BOTH SIDES. THEY DO NOT STOP CLOSING IF A PERSON IS IN THE WAY. ALSO, THEY OPEN BACK UP AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN CLOSED. I WILL COME BACK TO THE VAN FROM SHOPPING AND ONE WILL BE OPEN. ALSO, THERE WAS A TIME A COULD NOT GET ONE TO CLOSE WITHOUT DOING IT MANUALLY.*AK

Jan 9, 2004 Structure

PROBLEM WITH POWER DOORS ON BOTH SIDES. THEY DO NOT STOP CLOSING IF A PERSON IS IN THE WAY. ALSO, THEY OPEN BACK UP AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN CLOSED. I WILL COME BACK TO THE VAN FROM SHOPPING AND ONE WILL BE OPEN. ALSO, THERE WAS A TIME A COULD NOT GET ONE TO CLOSE WITHOUT DOING IT MANUALLY.*AK

Jan 8, 2004 Structure

WE RENTED A FORD WINDSTAR FROM HERTZ DURING A RECENT VACATION. WHILE SHUTTING THE MANUAL SLIDING DOOR, I BROKE MY MIDDLE FINGER AND BADLY BRUISED MY RING FINGER. THE DOOR HANDLE INSIDE THE VEHICLE, USED FOR SHUTTING THE DOOR, APPEARS TO BE TOO CLOSE TO THE DOOR JAM. I WAS DISTRESSED TO SEE ONLINE T...

Jan 8, 2004 Structure

WE RENTED A FORD WINDSTAR FROM HERTZ DURING A RECENT VACATION. WHILE SHUTTING THE MANUAL SLIDING DOOR, I BROKE MY MIDDLE FINGER AND BADLY BRUISED MY RING FINGER. THE DOOR HANDLE INSIDE THE VEHICLE, USED FOR SHUTTING THE DOOR, APPEARS TO BE TOO CLOSE TO THE DOOR JAM. I WAS DISTRESSED TO SEE ONLINE T...

Dec 30, 2003 Seats 450 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT MOVES WHEN PARKED AND LEFT ALONE. THIS VERIES FROM 1/2 INCH TO SEVERAL INCES. PROBLEM IS INCONSISTANT. ALSO SEAT BACK BENT AND THE SEAT CUSHION IS ALSO NOT SUPPORTIVE.

Dec 30, 2003 Seats 450 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT MOVES WHEN PARKED AND LEFT ALONE. THIS VERIES FROM 1/2 INCH TO SEVERAL INCES. PROBLEM IS INCONSISTANT. ALSO SEAT BACK BENT AND THE SEAT CUSHION IS ALSO NOT SUPPORTIVE.

Dec 30, 2003 Seats 450 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT MOVES WHEN PARKED AND LEFT ALONE. THIS VERIES FROM 1/2 INCH TO SEVERAL INCES. PROBLEM IS INCONSISTANT. ALSO SEAT BACK BENT AND THE SEAT CUSHION IS ALSO NOT SUPPORTIVE.

Dec 30, 2003 Seats 450 mi

DRIVERS SIDE SEAT MOVES WHEN PARKED AND LEFT ALONE. THIS VERIES FROM 1/2 INCH TO SEVERAL INCES. PROBLEM IS INCONSISTANT. ALSO SEAT BACK BENT AND THE SEAT CUSHION IS ALSO NOT SUPPORTIVE.

Dec 29, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 1 mi

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR ON OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WILL NOT STOP IF MY WIFE OR CHILD IS IN ITS INTENDED PATH. THE DOOR WILL LITERALLY PIN THEM AGAINST THE DOOR FRAME. I HAVE HAD TO APPLY FORCE IN ORDER TO HAVE THE DOOR REVERSE. *AK ALSO THE DOOR MECHANISM (LATCH) WILL NOT ALLOW THE DOOR TO OPEN WH...

Dec 29, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 1 mi

THE ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR ON OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WILL NOT STOP IF MY WIFE OR CHILD IS IN ITS INTENDED PATH. THE DOOR WILL LITERALLY PIN THEM AGAINST THE DOOR FRAME. I HAVE HAD TO APPLY FORCE IN ORDER TO HAVE THE DOOR REVERSE. *AK ALSO THE DOOR MECHANISM (LATCH) WILL NOT ALLOW THE DOOR TO OPEN WH...

Dec 8, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 8, 2003 Seats Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 8, 2003 Child Seat Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 8, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 8, 2003 Seats Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 8, 2003 Child Seat Crash

MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2003 FORD WINDSTAR WHEN IT WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. THE IMPACT WAS ON THE PASSAGE SIDE BACK WHEEL AND CAUSED OUR VAN TO ROLL OVER. HOWEVER, THE PASSENGER SIDE AID BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO, THE LATCHES THAT CONNECT THE REAR SEATS TO THE F...

Dec 4, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. OWNER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO HAD RECOGNIZED THE PROBLEM, BUT TOLD THE OWNER THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. *AK *PH *NLM

Dec 4, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. OWNER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO HAD RECOGNIZED THE PROBLEM, BUT TOLD THE OWNER THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. *AK *PH *NLM

Dec 4, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 100 mi

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. OWNER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO HAD RECOGNIZED THE PROBLEM, BUT TOLD THE OWNER THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. *AK *PH *NLM

Dec 4, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 100 mi

THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE GAS PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. OWNER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO HAD RECOGNIZED THE PROBLEM, BUT TOLD THE OWNER THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO ABOUT IT. *AK *PH *NLM

Nov 11, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

2003 FORD WINSTAR WIFE WAS LEANING ON FRONT PASSINGER DOOR, DOOR WAS LOCK, BUT AS SLOWING DOWN FOR STOP SIGN AND A FEW BUMPS IN THE ROAD THE FRONT PASS DOOR "POPED"OPEN ENOUGH TO SOUND THE DOOR OPEN ALARM. THE DOOR DID NOT OPEN ALL THE WAY, THE LOCK BUTTON WAS STILL IN THE DOWN POSITION. FORD DEAL...

Nov 11, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

2003 FORD WINSTAR WIFE WAS LEANING ON FRONT PASSINGER DOOR, DOOR WAS LOCK, BUT AS SLOWING DOWN FOR STOP SIGN AND A FEW BUMPS IN THE ROAD THE FRONT PASS DOOR "POPED"OPEN ENOUGH TO SOUND THE DOOR OPEN ALARM. THE DOOR DID NOT OPEN ALL THE WAY, THE LOCK BUTTON WAS STILL IN THE DOWN POSITION. FORD DEAL...

Nov 7, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR REOPENS WHILE IN THE PROCESS OF CLOSING. THIS HAPPENS ABOUT 80% OF THE TIME. WE HAVE TO MANUALLY FORCE THE DOOR TO CLOSE SOME TIMES AND TRY 4-5 TIMES THE OTHER TIMES TO CLOSE. THIS PROBLEM ALSO OCCURS SOMETIMES WHILE IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, WHEN CLOSE BUTTON IS PUSHED...

Nov 7, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

PASSENGER AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR REOPENS WHILE IN THE PROCESS OF CLOSING. THIS HAPPENS ABOUT 80% OF THE TIME. WE HAVE TO MANUALLY FORCE THE DOOR TO CLOSE SOME TIMES AND TRY 4-5 TIMES THE OTHER TIMES TO CLOSE. THIS PROBLEM ALSO OCCURS SOMETIMES WHILE IN REVERSE OR DRIVE, WHEN CLOSE BUTTON IS PUSHED...

Nov 5, 2003 Equipment

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER TO CHANGE THE TIRE WITH THE JACK. WHILE TAKING OFF THE FLAT TIRE, THE JACK COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. *AK THE TIRE WAS BEING CHANGED IN THE GARAGE ON A FLAT CEMENT FLOOR. *SCC *JB

Nov 5, 2003 Equipment

THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER TO CHANGE THE TIRE WITH THE JACK. WHILE TAKING OFF THE FLAT TIRE, THE JACK COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER WAS NOT INJURED. *AK THE TIRE WAS BEING CHANGED IN THE GARAGE ON A FLAT CEMENT FLOOR. *SCC *JB

Oct 28, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE. WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL SOMEHOW THE ACCELERATOR IS PUSHED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE. ONCE, CAUSED A COLLISION, WHERE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A PARKED VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE. WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL SOMEHOW THE ACCELERATOR IS PUSHED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE. ONCE, CAUSED A COLLISION, WHERE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A PARKED VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE. WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL SOMEHOW THE ACCELERATOR IS PUSHED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE. ONCE, CAUSED A COLLISION, WHERE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A PARKED VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL ARE TOO CLOSE. WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL SOMEHOW THE ACCELERATOR IS PUSHED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE. ONCE, CAUSED A COLLISION, WHERE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A PARKED VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT. *AK

Oct 14, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER NOTICED LEFT FRONT BRAKES GRAB WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKES AND WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED. *AK

Oct 14, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER NOTICED LEFT FRONT BRAKES GRAB WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKES AND WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED. *AK

Sep 24, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ON AN INCLINE REAR SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE SLAMMED SHUT. DOOR SLAMMED ON THE HEAD OF A 3-YEAR-OLD CHILD, CAUSING BRUISES AND HEADACHES. *AK

Sep 24, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ON AN INCLINE REAR SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE SLAMMED SHUT. DOOR SLAMMED ON THE HEAD OF A 3-YEAR-OLD CHILD, CAUSING BRUISES AND HEADACHES. *AK

Sep 10, 2003 Air Bags 9,800 mi

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATED. WOULD CHANGE FROM A BLINKING LIGHT TO STEADY ON FOR 20-30 MINUTES. VEHICLE TAKEN IN FOR SERVICING. NOW ON DAY #2 IN THE SERVICE DEPT. ESTIMATED TO BE READY IN ONE MORE DAY.*AK

Sep 10, 2003 Air Bags 9,800 mi

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATED. WOULD CHANGE FROM A BLINKING LIGHT TO STEADY ON FOR 20-30 MINUTES. VEHICLE TAKEN IN FOR SERVICING. NOW ON DAY #2 IN THE SERVICE DEPT. ESTIMATED TO BE READY IN ONE MORE DAY.*AK

Sep 3, 2003 Power Train

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE REAR BREAK DRUMS CAUSED BY MOISTURE. *MR THERE WAS A NOISE IN THE REAR BRAKE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO MOISTURE AND NOT TO WORRY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS PROBLEMATIC, AND THE REAR BRAKES HAD STARTED TO NOT STOP PROPERLY. THE REAR BRAKES WERE READJUSTE...

Sep 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE REAR BREAK DRUMS CAUSED BY MOISTURE. *MR THERE WAS A NOISE IN THE REAR BRAKE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO MOISTURE AND NOT TO WORRY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS PROBLEMATIC, AND THE REAR BRAKES HAD STARTED TO NOT STOP PROPERLY. THE REAR BRAKES WERE READJUSTE...

Sep 3, 2003 Power Train

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE REAR BREAK DRUMS CAUSED BY MOISTURE. *MR THERE WAS A NOISE IN THE REAR BRAKE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO MOISTURE AND NOT TO WORRY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS PROBLEMATIC, AND THE REAR BRAKES HAD STARTED TO NOT STOP PROPERLY. THE REAR BRAKES WERE READJUSTE...

Sep 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS A NOISE IN THE REAR BREAK DRUMS CAUSED BY MOISTURE. *MR THERE WAS A NOISE IN THE REAR BRAKE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO MOISTURE AND NOT TO WORRY. THE TRANSMISSION WAS PROBLEMATIC, AND THE REAR BRAKES HAD STARTED TO NOT STOP PROPERLY. THE REAR BRAKES WERE READJUSTE...

Aug 22, 2003 Electrical System

FUSE TO THE FUEL PUMP BLEWOUT SEVERAL TIMES, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING, AND WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension 633 mi

I BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON JULY 7, 2003. SHORTLY AFTER I LEFT FOR PA, FOR VACATION. AFTER ONE WEEK AND A HALF ON WAS ON RT. 380 IN PA, AS I APPROCHED THE EXIT THE CAR STARTED TO SHAKE. I DID KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON, I PRAYED AND GOT FOR THE EXIT. AT THE END OF THE EXIT I GOT OUT OF THE CAR, WAL...

Aug 22, 2003 Electrical System

FUSE TO THE FUEL PUMP BLEWOUT SEVERAL TIMES, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING, AND WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension 633 mi

I BOUGHT A 2003 FORD WINDSTAR ON JULY 7, 2003. SHORTLY AFTER I LEFT FOR PA, FOR VACATION. AFTER ONE WEEK AND A HALF ON WAS ON RT. 380 IN PA, AS I APPROCHED THE EXIT THE CAR STARTED TO SHAKE. I DID KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON, I PRAYED AND GOT FOR THE EXIT. AT THE END OF THE EXIT I GOT OUT OF THE CAR, WAL...

Jul 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,592 mi

THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE ENGINE RACED WHEN A STOP WAS MADE. CONSUMER HAD TO PLACE THE ENGINE IN NEUTRAL IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. *AK THE MOTOR RACED THREE TO FOUR RPM'S WHEN THE CONSUMER TRIED TO STOP. THE COMPUTER DIDN'T SHOW A SIGN OF FAILURE. *SCC *JB

Jul 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,592 mi

THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE ENGINE RACED WHEN A STOP WAS MADE. CONSUMER HAD TO PLACE THE ENGINE IN NEUTRAL IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. *AK THE MOTOR RACED THREE TO FOUR RPM'S WHEN THE CONSUMER TRIED TO STOP. THE COMPUTER DIDN'T SHOW A SIGN OF FAILURE. *SCC *JB

Jul 16, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

CONSUMER FEELS THAT BRAKE/GAS PEDALS ARE LOCATED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. THIS RESULTED IN ACCIDENTAL ACCELERATION.*AK

Jul 16, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,000 mi

CONSUMER FEELS THAT BRAKE/GAS PEDALS ARE LOCATED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. THIS RESULTED IN ACCIDENTAL ACCELERATION.*AK

Jul 16, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 1,000 mi

CONSUMER FEELS THAT BRAKE/GAS PEDALS ARE LOCATED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. THIS RESULTED IN ACCIDENTAL ACCELERATION.*AK

Jul 16, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,000 mi

CONSUMER FEELS THAT BRAKE/GAS PEDALS ARE LOCATED TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. THIS RESULTED IN ACCIDENTAL ACCELERATION.*AK

Jun 26, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 1,263 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED DUE TO A FAULTY BRAKE SENSOR. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE JERKED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE THE CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. (RECEIVED BY CONSUMER FRAUDS BUREAU ON 6/4/03) *...

Jun 26, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control 1,263 mi

VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED DUE TO A FAULTY BRAKE SENSOR. THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE JERKED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHILE THE CONSUMER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. (RECEIVED BY CONSUMER FRAUDS BUREAU ON 6/4/03) *...

May 21, 2003 Power Train

NAR 05/21/2003 *MR THE CONSUMER HAS MADE TWO MAJOR SAFETY RELATED REPAIRS (TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING PULL) MADE TO THE VEHICLE OVER AN 11 MONTH PERIOD. PLEASE REVIEW FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS. *CB

May 21, 2003 Steering

NAR 05/21/2003 *MR THE CONSUMER HAS MADE TWO MAJOR SAFETY RELATED REPAIRS (TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING PULL) MADE TO THE VEHICLE OVER AN 11 MONTH PERIOD. PLEASE REVIEW FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS. *CB

May 21, 2003 Power Train

NAR 05/21/2003 *MR THE CONSUMER HAS MADE TWO MAJOR SAFETY RELATED REPAIRS (TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING PULL) MADE TO THE VEHICLE OVER AN 11 MONTH PERIOD. PLEASE REVIEW FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS. *CB

May 21, 2003 Steering

NAR 05/21/2003 *MR THE CONSUMER HAS MADE TWO MAJOR SAFETY RELATED REPAIRS (TRANSMISSION, AND STEERING PULL) MADE TO THE VEHICLE OVER AN 11 MONTH PERIOD. PLEASE REVIEW FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATIONS. *CB

May 12, 2003 Structure

THE REFLECTION OF THE DASHBOARD ONTO THE WINDSHIELD WHEN THE SUN SHINED OVER HEAD CAUSED A GLARE. THE GLARE DRASTICALLY REDUCED VISIBILITY THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. *JB

May 12, 2003 Structure

THE REFLECTION OF THE DASHBOARD ONTO THE WINDSHIELD WHEN THE SUN SHINED OVER HEAD CAUSED A GLARE. THE GLARE DRASTICALLY REDUCED VISIBILITY THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. *JB

May 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING FLAMES BEGAN TO SHOOT FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. *NLM

May 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING FLAMES BEGAN TO SHOOT FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. *NLM

Mar 29, 2003 Structure 2,470 mi

BODY SEAMS NOT SEALED RESULTING IN WATER INTRUSION INTO FLOOR SEAT ANCHORS OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *NLM

Mar 29, 2003 Structure 2,470 mi

BODY SEAMS NOT SEALED RESULTING IN WATER INTRUSION INTO FLOOR SEAT ANCHORS OF PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *NLM

Mar 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THE TIMING COVER GASKET LEAKED COOLANT. *JB

Mar 28, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THE TIMING COVER GASKET LEAKED COOLANT. *JB

Mar 18, 2003 Structure

NAR 03-25-2003. THE CONSUMER HAD TO RETURN THE VEHICLE TO THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF A PROBLEM WITH THE SLIDING DOORS. THE FIRST TIME THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE DRIVER SIDE REAR SLIDER PANEL WAS HANGING ON BY A FEW PLAST...

Mar 18, 2003 Structure

NAR 03-25-2003. THE CONSUMER HAD TO RETURN THE VEHICLE TO THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS BECAUSE OF A PROBLEM WITH THE SLIDING DOORS. THE FIRST TIME THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE DRIVER SIDE REAR SLIDER PANEL WAS HANGING ON BY A FEW PLAST...