10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
36 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
18 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,623 miles

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problem #201

Sep 161999

Windstar

  • miles
Vehicle had caught on fire due to a short in the electrical wiring system. Also, brakes/ horn, and air bag system failed due to wires shorting out.

- El Segundo, CA, USA

problem #200

Aug 071999

Windstar

  • miles
When pulling out a parking space the ABS light illuminated, indiating a malfunction within the ABS braking system. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #199

Jun 011999

Windstar

  • miles
The ABS light comes on. Due to a broken relector ring on the cv joint, speed sensor activates when it should not. Also the brake master cylinder malfunctioned, resulting in no braking ability. This may have caused a crash.

- West Point, NY, USA

problem #198

May 281999

Windstar

  • miles
Braking system malfunctioned, causing brake pedal to go to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, which may result in a crash.

- Oswego, NY, USA

problem #197

Jan 291999

Windstar

  • miles
Trigger wheels are cracked. This would activate the ABS system when they are not needed.

- West Seneca, NY, USA

problem #196

Jun 221999

Windstar

  • miles
Ea 96026; when traveling and upon making a normalstop, there was movement within the brake pedal causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the dealer, also, rear wheel brake cylinder rusted.

- Ferndale, MI, USA

problem #195

Jul 081999

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS is not working. Dealer contacted and was aware of problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.

- East Islip, NY, USA

problem #194

Jul 011999

Windstar

  • miles
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, vehicle jerks and there is a loud noise from the brakes. Dealer replaced the ABS pump.

- New Carlisle, OH, USA

problem #193

Jul 091998

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Currently our vehicle is awaiting a new engine after having the head gasket replaced on a recall notice from Ford last October. While we have an extended warranty on this vehicle, we feel it is not fair they should have to provide replacement in light of other similar complaints about the same problem on other Ford Windstar. This vehicle only has 34,489 miles on it. We have had transmission concerns about this van as well, however the dealer has never been able to duplicate the problems experienced. We are very concerned that this van is infact a lemon, and we have contacted the Ford customer service line, which advised us that no assistance would be provided because the vehicle was out of manufacturers warranty by time, not by miles.

- Boise, ID, USA

problem #192

May 181999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
ABS light illuminating due to failure of the relay, replacement failed also. Mjs

- Scarborough,Ontario, CD, USA

problem #191

Mar 171999

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary listed for this vehicle.

- Jackson, MI, USA

problem #190

May 111999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
Have questioned these items with dealer always with no cause for concern. Talked about whether I needed an extended warranty at the time of warranty renewal and was not told of engine, transmission, or any of the problems with the engine by Ford.

- Duluth, MN, USA

problem #189

Apr 271999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes failed due to cracked rings. Mjs

- Sterling H, MI, USA

problem #188

Apr 201999

Windstar

  • miles
No summary included for this vehicle.

- Port Ewen, NY, USA

problem #187

Nov 131998

Windstar

  • miles
Brakes squeak and growl, but so far have stopped the vehicle when applied. They don't show any unusual wear. I would like Ford Motor Co. To reimburse me for $1307 for the head gasket repair since I was not notified of a recall.

- Battle Creek, MI, USA

problem #186

Sep 151998

Windstar

  • miles
Consumer experiencing ongoing brake wear problem. Brake pads/rotors were repaired or replaced four times within 43,000 mile of wear. Dealer notified, and had nothing to say concerning the consumer problem.

- Chester, VT, USA

problem #185

Jan 071997

Windstar

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to the floor and extended stopping distance, which almost caused an accident. Sometimes needs to turn off vehicle in order to stop. The ABS light comes on. Been to dealer several times. Also, dealer replaced calipers, rotors, etc. Problem is reoccurring.

- Lancaster, SC, USA

problem #184

Mar 201999

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
Ford refuses to acknowledge that there is an inherrent design fault with the 1995 braking system. I have had the brakes and calipers replaced approx every 8,000 miles since new and now that the vehicle is out of warranty, I am told that I have to drive with it or replace the van. Ford should be accountable for design flaws.

- Phila, PA, USA

problem #183

Mar 011999

Windstar

  • miles
Engine head gasket/radiator replaced, domn lights won't shut off, water in rear tail light, hood wont shut, airconditioning switch replaced, brakes making noise after being just replaced, didnt solve problem, . seat belt seems loose.

- Jamestown, NY, USA

problem #182

Mar 071998

Windstar

  • miles
Engine head gaskets blown causing cracked heads. Ford extended warranty to 60,000 miles but failed to notify owners. Also, replaced entire brake assembly at 50,000 miles, ABS never worked, and plastic door panel on sliding door fell off. Transmission slips, downshifts, overdrive light flashes, check engine light goes on and off, and vehicle accelerates sluggishly.

- Huntington Beach, CA, USA

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