10.0

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

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problem #4

Sep 252002

Windstar

  • miles
Consumer states while driving and turn either way the vehicle makes a loud noise.

- Elizabethtown, KY, USA

problem #3

Dec 312001

Windstar

  • miles
When turning left, the steering wheel locks in position. Consumer was able to forcibly bring wheel back in the correct position. This happens intermittently. Contacted dealer and Ford manufacturer and they stated there was nothing they could do because problem could not be duplicated. Consumer states that the gear type goes inside the steering wheel post rattles and may be broken.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #2

Feb 082000

(reported on)

Windstar

  • miles
While driving and attempting to turn steering wheel will not turn or become stiff. Driver has to wait a few minutes in order to turn. Dealer says the rack and pinion needs to be replaced. Dealer has replaced rack an dpinion before, and problem still exists.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #1

Aug 121999

Windstar

  • miles
Vehicle has been experiencing the following problems: 1. steering column out of alignment, causing difficulty in steering; 2. power steering pump making grinding sounds when engine is cold and, intermittently, when the engine gets hot; 3. ongoing problem with windshield fogging up and dealer is unable to correct the proble;. 4. brake pedal goes to the floor before stopping, causing extended stopping distance; and 5. a loud sound coming from the front of vehicle. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.

- Chester Peaks, VA, USA