10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 2 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 3,840 miles
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- Silverdale, WA, USA
I would appreciate your looking into all of the defects concerning the 95 Windstar. Ford is taking no responsibility and this seems to be a huge problem considering all of the people that I am finding out are having the same problem. Even though there was no accident involved, breaking down in the middle of traffic, or having your engine die while on the interstate is a serious safety issue! I would really appreciate any help that you could give to me and all Ford Windstar owners! thank you!
- Oviedo, FL, USA
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- Swansea, IL, USA
Ford had extended warranty coverage to 12/98- they knew they sold faulty product (again like pinto) now will not fix it.
- Big Flats, NY, USA
Cooling system and head gasket related failures in 1995 Ford Windstar are common from 35 to 70K and result in major repair expenses.
- Randolph, WI, USA
Ford was aware of this problem and extended warranty coverage to 1/99.
- Voorhees, NJ, USA
Ford extended warranty on this failure until Dec '98. Failed 4/99. No safety defect indicated.
- Voorhees, NJ, USA
In August of 1997 I purchased a used Ford Windstar from robin Ford in glenolden, pa. I traded in my 91 Ford topaz. The mileage on the Windstar when purchased was 28,853. In September of 1997 I took the Windstar in to Ford in hazelton to flush and fill radiator, and a new fuel filter. At that time I was having problems with my doors sticking. They lubed cylinder. In December of the same year, I took it back to have all locks replaced, have a recall done, oil change and filter, and at that time I informed them that I was smelling anti-freeze, to please look into it. They checked for leaks and loose hoses, and found nothing. Even though I continued to smell it, they told me that they could find nothing. In March of 98 I complained of my windows fogging, again. They told me there was no leaks that they could see.they installed new head gaskets oil and filter two plugs. I also had an inspection done and an alignment. Things seemed to be okay to me. Then I started smelling anti-freeze again, and went back to tell them that there was something wrong. When they checked it they found that the gaskets had not set right. And that they would have to replace them again. That was in febuary of this year. Also had a state inspection done. Although I did not have to pay for the gaskets I did have to pay for a head cover, because they told me that was separate from the gaskets. I picked my car on the 26th of febuary that was a Friday, and by Monday morning I was back telling them that I still smelled anti-freeze, and that the car was not running properly, that it felt as if it wanted to stall, everytime I stopped or put in reverse. I was told that the computer would have to relearn itself"?????" and that I probably would smell anti-freeze for awhile. Then this past weekend I had to take my son to visit with a friend, and the car seemed to not have any pickup, and it started to stall, it would stall when I came to a stop, or tried to park it, when I was sitting at a light it.
- Freeland, PA, USA
Coolant leakage is causing engine head gaske/timing belt and water gasket to fail. Dealer cannot determine what is causing the coolant leakage.
- Felton, DE, USA
While driving at any speed vehicle stalls/ overheats, and the temperature gauge will go up to high. Also, engine check light keeps coming on. Consumer just got the vehicle out of the repair shop, and the same problems have reoccurred.
- Lauderhill, FL, USA
Ford is aware that this part is defective. Refuses to compensate.
- Sayville, NY, USA
Initially, the problem was a loss of coolant and an inability of the heater to produce hot air. After a trip to the dealer, we were told that the timing cover, water pump and head gaskets had leaked, and replacing the gaskets would cure the problem. Within 500 miles, out of state, the engine knocked horribly, then stalled. We had the van towed to mock Ford in grant's pass, Oregon. After an engine teardown, we were notified that a rod bearing had spun, seizing the engine. Ford in Oregon wouldn't help us, Ford in California wouldn't talk to Ford in Oregon and henry curtis wouldn't help us. Subsequently, Ford has had a recall on the head gaskets and we've gotten a refund for the gaskets. Since the replacement gaskets blew and damaged the engine, I tend to feel Ford should cover the replacement or repair of the engine. Henry curtis has refused to cooperate with us, and Ford's warranty reps won't talk with us. I'm aware of the numerous similar Windstar problems, and I invite you to browse "www.cartrackers.com/forums/mechgoblins/html"
- Petaluma, CA, USA
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- Madison, AL, USA
Leak of coolant in head gasket caused fluid to enter engine block causing damage to bearings and valves
- Rochester, NY, USA
Transmissions has been always a problem. When the vehicle was new it was taken several times to the dealer that after it is placed on park, thethere is a play of about 3 -4 inches and the vehicle moves forward by 3 - 4 inches. Was told that is the design of this type of transmission from Ford. Was not satisfied at all. All along problems with this transmission. Finally it gave way at 49, 000 miles. Had a rebuilt installed and that too gave way at 61K. Now a blown head gasket at 65K. Other numerous electrical problems to list. Ford is ripping off consumers.
- Munster, IN, USA
Head gasket failed prior to recall. Also, water pump and engine piston rod bearings #2,5 and 6 replaced.
- Downingtow, PA, USA
On the cylinder head gasket issue, I received a letter from Ford last May 1998 and took the vehicle to the dealer to have it inspected. I was told that they check the vehicle and there was no problem with the gasket. Now I am face with major repairs on the engine. The fuel tank is extremely slow filling. I fear a potential fire or explosion related to the fuel filler issue. The transmission groans mostly in the morning and at times does not engage in drive or reverse. Also the form wheel bearings failed early in the vehicles life, another expensive repair was necessary. There is no temperature control to modify the rear heater temperature.
- Stone Mountain, GA, USA
This is a known defect and the manufacture refuses to cover the cost of repair
- Fairport, NY, USA
This is an on going defect that Ford has been aware of and refuses to fix. It has been in the process of failing since the engine was built!
- Oklahoma City, OK, USA
- Olive Branch, MS, USA