10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 6
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,722 miles

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problem #24

May 021996

Windstar

  • miles
The interior lights do not go out when the door is closed, the vehicle has been taken to the dealer numerous times to be fixed but each time the problem returns, since the lights do not go out they drain the battery. Nlm

- Spring Lak, NJ, USA

problem #23

Feb 052001

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
Consumer stated that vehicle experienced many electrical problems.

- Tallmadge, OH, USA

problem #22

Aug 212000

Windstar 4WD

  • miles
The electrical problem have been experienced by other Windstar users. I received this information from cartrackers. Com on their website. The lights when the door is shut closed stays on inside the van and the door ajar light stays on and turns off after you reach about 20 miles per hour and somtimes it just stays on. Please inform me of what to do in this situation and investigat any other problems that other people may have had with this van. Thank you. I look forward to a reply regarding this matter.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #21

Feb 251999

Windstar

  • miles
Blown head gasket, Ford engine replaced, head gasket going.electrial problems since I purchased the van.thousands of my money spent for repairs with problems still occurring.no relief from Ford Motor Company. Years of aggraviation &out-put of monies.repairs, rental cars, etc.

- Kingston, NH, USA

problem #20

May 052000

Windstar

  • miles
Was experiencing problems with head gasket leaking on 01 Jan 00. Had vehicle towed to mechanic & informed head consumer that gasket was repaired previously. Problem caused engine to be damaged. Mechanic indicated vehicle is driveable, but engine was dying & had owner drive off lot. Returned vehicle & engine was replaced. New engine started to have electrical problems. Air conditioner did not work & dome light came on and off.

- W. Boylston, MA, USA

problem #19

Mar 011999

Windstar

  • miles
The brakes were repaired prior to us ever taking possesion of the vehicle, 1 week after purchase the transmissions and electrical system were under repair for 3 wks, electric sys still does not fnction properly, A/C never worked in car, brought in for repair and engine is damaged due to recall - will not be fixed for 5 to 12 weeks. I want a comparable replacement vehicle

- Floral Park, NY, USA

problem #18

Sep 011999

Windstar

  • miles
My 1995 Windstar has had problems since day 1. paint job had to be repaired; windshield had crack..replaced; sliding door was leaking and had to be adjusted 3 times; head gasket failure; timing gasket failure; wheel bushing failure; interior parts not installed properly; ABS light/elect system failure (2X); I feel so bad about this thing I don't know what to do. Ford doesn't care. I can't sell this thing with a clear conscience....but Ford did. Can you help us!!!! there are many, many others like me. I am very concerned the tranny will go next as has been reported by so many other Windstar owners when they reach the 60-75000 mile range. In addition, the timing cover gasket costs approximately $850 to fix. I don't want to pay for this repair but neither Ford or my dealer will fix the problem. Mechanics I have spoke with said to talk with the dealer...this should not happen at such a low mileage. I believe it was happening since day one intermittantly. (I have always had antifreeze leaking on my garage floor since day 1. the dealer said it was "loose fittings". so now I am stuck with it. Help us!!!

- Muskego, WI, USA

problem #17

Feb 011996

Windstar

  • miles
Possible electrical failure causing ABS, air bag, check engine, and brake light indicators to remain on. Mjs

- Victorville, CA, USA

problem #16

Oct 261999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system shorting out causing lights to flicker on and off. Mjs

- Sheffield, OH, USA

problem #15

Oct 261999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system shorting out causing lights to flicker on and off. Mjs

- Sheffield, OH, USA

problem #14

Oct 261999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system shorting out causing lights to flicker on and off. Mjs

- Sheffield, OH, USA

problem #13

Jun 011998

Windstar

  • miles
When traveling and upon depressing the brake pedal interior lights/door lights illumnate on the dash. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts.

- Keokuk, IA, USA

problem #12

Aug 191996

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system: Chimes for door ajar, rings when doors are closed. Had been to 10 different shops for either fuse replacement or sliding door panel replacement. Also, wiring to windows goes up or down without being switched either way and dome light comes on by itself. In addition, transmissio: Worn out due to leakage (oil) from theengine head gaskets. Needed to be replaced.

- Tallahassee, FL, USA

problem #11

Mar 011999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system failed due to manufacturers defect, causing fire.

- Kirbyville, TX, USA

problem #10

Apr 121998

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Replacement cost $1200. Currently experiencing electical problems with replacement tranny (new Ford oem tranny). Plan on trading shortly.

- Mechaincsburg, PA, USA

problem #9

Jul 251997

Windstar

  • miles
In addition to the transmission failure, there have been numerous electrical problems with the heating/ ac, door locks, wipers and door sensors. My Windstar also had the defective head gasket which was part of a voluntary recall by Ford. The transmission failure of this model is well known. Additional anecdotal info can be obtained through the car trackers website on internet. The transmission failure on the 95 Windstar is a known problem at Ford, however no recall has ever been issued.

- Bethlehem, PA, USA

problem #8

Dec 131996

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Electrical system failure.

- Southlake, TX, USA

problem #7

Aug 151995

Windstar

  • miles
Electrical problems.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #6

Jul 171995

Windstar

  • miles
Electrical burning odor.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #5

Sep 011984

Windstar

  • miles
Electrical problems cause vehicle to rev up and down and stall.

- Santa Moni, CA, USA

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