10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #5

Oct 132001

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
We believe the sheer number of defect on this car is unbelievable. We purchased it used from my parents. Total cost of non "wear and tear" repairs is around $5000. This is over 25% of the vehicles original value, and over 50% of the value at time of purchase. While no accidents have occurred, we believe Ford should take responsibility for a bad product.

- La Crosse, WI, USA

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problem #4

Nov 011997

Windstar

  • miles
Brake pads twice and the brake rotors once needed to be replaced. ABS light and parking brake light in the dash began to flash on and off. Currently, they are staying on in vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachment.

- Sparks, NV, USA

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problem #3

Feb 282001

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
Emergency parking brake will not engage which causes vehicle to move forward when parked on an incline.

- Cary, NC, USA

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problem #2

Jul 011999

Windstar

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I am concerned about the warning lights on the dashboard. When driving this vehicle the ABS brake light along with the emergency brake stay lit while driving and when the vehicle is being used. It also seems that the door ajar buzzer tends to keep sounding while driving. This is a hindrance while driving.

- Julian, PA, USA

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problem #1

Sep 151998

Windstar

  • miles
Ford service bulletin 980318985A28 parking brake won't release

- Baltimore, MD, USA

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