We found the following complaints for FORD WINDSTAR (2001)
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During inspection inspecter 38573 reported a diagnostic fault as airbag control module. After failed inspection. I looked for part with the avail. Current part on vehicle is 1f2a-14b321-ee. I cannot find a part number matching.i took it to a second mechanic to verify if he infact was right. And i looked at the diagnostic and the airbag did not show up however what did show up after airbag light came on after a full memory clear was code b234 which points to driver safety belt buckle switch short circuit to ground. Or in lames terms safety belt buckle switch. This should never in a cars life ever happen. If this happened before a accident this could cause death to the consumer. Im the second owner of this vehicle i believe so im not sure if there's a recall for this particular issue as i do know there's one similar. My reinspection is due within 6 days. I feel i shouldn't have to pay for a repair for a part on something that should never need to replaced. Especially when lives are at stake.
Dt*:the contact stated that the air bag warning light continuously illuminated.also, the driver's side seat belt was not clicking closed.the contact researched the vehicle online, and was concerned at the air bag recall information that was discovered.there were two nhtsa recalls , #00v270000 and # 00v412000, however the vehicle was not included in either recall due to the vin.the vehicle has not been taken to a service dealer or an independent mechanic for inspection.
I was driving at around 30 mph, 2 cars in front slammed on brakes, i was approximately 1 1/2 car links back and hit the brakes. Abs failed, airbags failed, and slid into car in front of me. I was on a city street going straight.
I was driving home from work and it was snowing. I started to slide on ice. I repeatedly tried to brake but the vehicle would not stop. I slid off the road onto the shoulder and impacted with a drain pipe into a ditch. Neither of my dual airbags deployed and as a result my mouth hit the steering wheel. I received 18 stitches. I was wearing my seat belt. The vehicle was claimed a total loss.
Complaint received via e-mail. My husband had an accident in which our car was totaled. The air bags never deployed, and the seat belts didn't hold him in place. His chest is real sore ,and he got whip lash. He is going to the doctor. On thevehicle that hit himthe air bags deployed.
I was recently involved in a car accident and was hit directly in the driver side door.i was driving a 2001 ford windstar that had side airbags. The airbag did not deploy and my head hit the driver window and busted it.thankfully, i only received a concussion.ford is now saying too bad.they tried to test it but said due to some computer inf. Being lost that they were only able to say that the airbag was working right now. We have tried to contact them for 3 weeks now and they have just been giving us the run around.i just would like to know if my hit wasn't hard enough what would it have taken.my van was totaled.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
I took my 2001 ford windstar in for the recall, and still my abs light and brake light are on. I researched online that many people are still having the same problem.
I was comikng home from work traveling 45 mph, had a green light, as i entered the intersection a police car ran the red light and i stuck him in the passenger side of his car. My veiw was blocked in the next lane so i never saw him until it was too late. I slammed my brakes and tried to turn to the right to avoid him but at 45 mph it was not enough, i braced my self waiting for the air bags to deploy but neither the drivers or passenger worked. I sustained major injuries to my cervical spine and i am unable to work. When i reported it to ford they sent me a list of items they needed and put a 45 day time limit on the complaint and requested info...so i guess we will see what they do for me, thank god i was wearing my seat belt or i would be dead!
Upon impact both seat belts did not lock, and air bags did not deploy for the driver or the passenger.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact started the ignition, the seat belts failed to operate.the air bag warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off.the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the restraint control module (rcm) failed.the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 00v270000 (air bags), although the failures were identical.the part for the repair was ordered and the vehicle will be repaired once it arrives.the failure and current mileages were 81,000. Updated 8/27/09 updated 09/04/09.
Recall 00v27000/manufacturer's recall 00s26 concerning air bag assembly failure.consumer took vehicle to a scheduled appointment. Whenconsumer arrived at dealerhe was told in a rude manner thatpart wasn't in, and to get out.
I was heading south coming to a green light and a car heading west run a red light and i hit her in the side going about 45 mph . After hitting the car i continuedthrough intersection and hit steel gutter and went over that and hit head on into a drainage ditch and my airbags did not deploy.
Airbag light comes on/off, took vehicle to ford dealership,, they said there are no recalls, however i have two recall numbers 00v270000 and 00v412000 concerning the rcm-restraint control module-they want to charge me to inspect the vehicle, i don't feel i should have to pay a fee for them to inspect my vehicle if a recall exist for the problem i identified already called the fort customer support number they are the ones who said no recalls exist for this vehicle.
Dt*:the contact rear ended another vehicle at 25 mph.upon impact the passenger's air bag deployed but the driver's air bag did not. There was no occupant in the passenger seat.the driver sustained minor injuries as a result of the air bag not deploying.the contact was wearing a seat belt.extensive damage was sustained to the right side of the vehicle.the police were contacted and a report was taken.the vehicle was seen by an independent repair shop for the body damage.the mechanic suggested replacing the left front seat belt retractor because the seat belt would not retract properly after the accident.they did not inspect the air bags. Updated 3/17/2006 - the consumer didn't have the funds to repair the airbag so the technician at the body shop removed the driver's side air bag fuse.
Air bag warning light came on while driving.dealership performed diagnostic test, failure code 2290was found.air bag control module/some wires, and sensor needed to bereplaced.failure was similar to the defect described in recall 00v270000 air bag deployment. Vin number was not included.
I was driving in residential area when i heard loud noise like a gun.when i pulled over, looked at my windows etc. They were all intact.i then noticed that the air bag on side of passenger seat had gone off, and blew that area of the passenger seat out.i took my vehicle to the nearest ford dealer the next working day, which was yesterday.today they called me and said that ford motor company would not cover it.i called ford customer service # 1-800-392-3673.i was again told they would not cover it.i told them that i had gone on line and there were 2 air bag recalls on that model of car. They told me that ford did not have a recall on this.i had entered 2001 ford windstar recalls.it gave me nhtsa campaign id number 00v412000 dated 12/06/2000 andnhtsa campaign number 00v270000 dated 09/13/2000 i do believe this is a safety issue and it is ford motor company's responsibility, not mine.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the air bag, traction control and brake warning lights continued to intermittently illuminate. The contact noticed that a fuse blew and the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. An unknown local dealer was notified, indicated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer confirmed that there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was not available.
Problems encountered: rear windows not working,had motors replaced worked for about 6 months then intermittent then quit working within 6 months. Abs and brake light on dash goes on and off. A/c stops blowing for about 20 seconds then resumes blowing.keyless entry works sometimes,sometimes it don't. Speedometer slower than it reads and mileage may not be correct. Windshield wipers not working properly. Intermittent settings on wipers quit working and when you turn off wipers they stop in middle of windshield. I have an 88 year old father with no legs and this is the vehicle i have to drive him around in. Do not feel safe!!
I was in a car accident. After i slammed on the brakes, the seat belt popped off. I hit the steering wheel.the passenger air bag deployed but the driver's side air bag did not deploy.although the car was drivable, the seat belt remained locked and unusable after the accident.*nlm rq04011.*pco
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle crashed into a guard rail and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries reported. The vehicle was towed to a impound lot. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure and current mileage was 146,000. The vin was not available.
Our abs light turns on after driving the van for 30 minutes or more. If the car is shut off the light goes off and does not come on again when restarted until the van is driven more (i.e. Heats up). We noticed this first during a severe rain storm on a long trip during august of 2009.
During a front vehicle crash of approximately 30-35 mph, the drivers side airbag failed to deploy, even though the passenger side airbag did deploy as expected.
On 11/20/05 at approximately 10:00 p.m. A deer ran in front of my van. The impact was on the drivers front left at the headlight section of the vehicle. Minor damage was done to the vehicle but the incident caused injury to my wife. The drivers airbag didn't deploy but the passengers did. This caused the airbag to break my wife's wrist in 2 places. At the same time the drivers seat belt locked but the passengers didn't causing my wife to go forward. Both of us were wearing our seat belts. This seems to me that there was some kind of defect in the system since everything happened backwards. At this time nothing has been doneto the van but ford customer affairs is suppose to be contacting me.
I purchased the vehicle on november 10, 2001. The vehicle had been brought from another dealer, and when i picked it up, it was purported to have been examined and everything working. When i got a few miles down the road, i noticed that the air bag light was flashing. I called the dealership and was told to take it to a dealer as soon as possible and have it checked. Since it was saturday, i had to wait until the next week to have it checked. I was told at prestige ford that the air bag sensor module was not the right one for my car. The car was manufactured 3 days after the modules changed for the new cars. They ordered the part, i came back a week later to have it repaired. The computer still showed a problem, andmechanic said that he had replaced the part but would have to contact ford to see what to do about the other problem. A week later he called and said he had not reached ford yet. I said that my air bag worked, though, and he said no. The next day i was struck by another vehicle in a front end crash. We struck at approx.same angle and bothair bags deployed. Mine did not.istopped when i saw her come over onwrong side of the road. She hit me at approx. 35 mph.middle seat in the car came out of the anchors. I hit the steering wheel and was thrown against the door. I was injured, neck, chest, arm, side. I believe the vehicle was defective, i was allowed to drive it without the offer of a loaner, and i feel that the air bag could have diminished my injuries. I am also very concerned aboutback seat coming loose.
Consumer stated while driving 50 mph consumers vehicle crashedinto to another vehicle. Upon impact,air bags did not deploy.
The consumer could see that the cracks were starting to appear on the passenger air bag compartment.the dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*sc
I had a green light on a n/s street.the driver on the e/w street ran the light.i hit the driver side of his car, damaging my entire front end to the point of a total loss on the van.the passenger airbag did deploy (no passenger, however).the driver side did not.i am dealing with deep bruising on my sternum and chest.
While driving 15 mph the vehicle was involved in a collisionwith a vehicle traveling 50 mph. The dual air bags did not deploy upon impact. As a result the driver hit his head on the steering wheel and sprained his wrist. Please provide additional information.
While the consumer was driving at 35 mph hit another vehicle. During the accident the driver side air bag failed to deploy. Also, the seat belt failed. Due to this accident the consumer bruised her sternum and hurt her back.
I was traveling straight ahead on a dry road the afternoon of march 21, 2006, at about 40 mph.a car turned in front of me and struck the front of my car on the driver's side.the driver's side air bag did not inflate, despite the fact that the driver's side of the front sustained damage severe enough to total the car.the passenger side air bag did inflate, thoughthe damage on that side was less.i was injured in the accident.despite wearing my seat belt, my sternum was fractured.
Dt: the passenger side airbag deployed for no reason at all.the owner was traveling on the expressway with no potholes or bumps at a speed of 40-45 mph.the owner was going onto the ramp whenhe heard an explosion.the passenger thought that they had been shot because the noise was so loud.the airbag light was not on before deployment, but it was on now that the air bagsdeployed.the owner has been in contact with ford and their local ford dealership.ford customer affairs refused to do anything about it because the warranty expired.there was 1 injury, but not life threatening.this did not result in a crash.the airbag blew the seams out of the seats and foam had gotten everywhere.this was going on 3 weeks, and the consumer was waitingfor ford to determine if they were going to fixthe defective airbag.forddetermined that they were not liable.*sc
Dt:the contact stated that the passenger side, side impact air bag deployed without an impact while driving. No indicator lights were on prior toair bags deploying.the vehicle has been at the dealership for nine days, they have been in contact with the manufacturer.neither the dealership nor the manufacturer could determine the cause of the problem. The vehicle has not been repaired.updated 11/16/2005 - the manufacturer examined the vehicle but was unable to determine what caused it to deploy and refused to accept any responsibility for this problem.
Dt: the contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact's vehiclewas involved in front end collision on august 2, 2005 while traveling 45-50 mph. Upon impact, the front air bags did not deploy. The wheel dropped off on the pavement, causing thevehicle to go over an embankment and hit a tree. Had the vehicle inspected by the insurance adjuster and a local mechanic, and they stated there were no airbag sensors or wiring in the vehicle.the vehicle had not been in any previous accidents, nor have the airbags been deactivated.the consumer contacted the manufacturer; they referred her to a local dealership.the local dealership refused to come to look at the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated, indicating there was a problem with the air bags.the vehicle was imported from canada.
While driving the vehicle 55 mph the vehicle was involved in a head on collision yet neither of the frontal air bags deployed.*nlm
Dt:the contact stated while drivingthe contact'svehicle he hit a large tree.itwas a front end collision.but upon impact,the front air bags did not deploy.the air bag lights did not illuminate, indicating a problem with the air bags.the vehicle has not been involved in any prior accidents.the vehicle has not been inspected b y the dealerto determine why the air bags did not deploy.
Consumer collided head-onwith an 80-90lb animal travelling approximately 45-50mph.both driver and passenger air bags did not deploy. Ts
While driving a collision occurred.upon impact,air bags did not deploy, and seat belts did not engage.
Driving on us 60 and loop 101 when the side air bag located in drivers left side of seat exploded. There had been some wood pallet debris approximately scattered on the road 100 hundred yards behind the point of the air bag activation.analysis from the ford dealership shows that some small object impacted ontothe frame underneath the center post about 6 inches up on the frame post.ithink that this area is of impact is unprotected fromsmall objects detonating the air bag in a non emergency condition.(example)gravel roads any small rock could trigger the air bag.this condition may happen on any road from objects too small to be observed. The only damage noted is some paint scrapedfrom frame. Dealer put the car on hoist and that was the only way to see the impact area. It is actually about 6 inches above the bottom of car frame. Mechanic said the area was 6 inches from the sensor. I am now dealing with the insurance company to get the air bag and seat replaced. This should not happen. I do have digital pictures of the area impacted but feel the sensor is not adequately protected from false explosions.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the driver side air bag light randomly flashes on and off for 5-10 minutes.afterwards, it stops flashing and remains illuminated.the contact discovered a recall online for the same failure and called the manufacturer.they stated that his vin was not included in the recall, even though he was experiencing the same failure.the recall number was unknown.the failure mileage was approximately 80,000 and current mileage was 96,893.
Dt:air bag light was on all the time. Light has been on for 7 days. Dealer said vehicle was not under warranty, and is offeredno help. Dealer said the caller will have to pay for it. Manufacturer said same thing.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar sel. The contact stated that the abs and traction control lights would illuminate intermittently. Occasionally, when she attempted to stop the vehicle, she had to exert excessive force to the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that an abs module was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was approximately 113,000. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Air bag light flashed on the dashboard while driving, and remained on until the vehicle was turned off.consumerwas able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic toldconsumer that warranty expired.
The air bag light on my 2001 ford windstar remained on indicating a problem with the air bag and safety restraint system.i took it to the ford dealer and they did a diagnostic and discovered that there was a loose wire in the harness. They had to remove the left front seat console and air bag module to get at the loose wire.they reconnected it.this cost me $256.34 with tax.i did an internet search and found another person that seemed to have the same problem as i did.i wonder if this problem is common and a possible safety issue with all ford windstars?.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 42 mph, the side curtain airbag on the driver side deployed.there had been no collision and nothing was run over.the dealership determined there was no visible sign as to why the airbag deployed.although, the seat belt was worn, the contact received minor injuries.the manufacturer was alerted.updated 3/28/2006 -
On january 18, 2009, i was driving on the long island expressway west, near exit 40, in the left lane, when the driver side air bag deployed.i called the highway patrol, the officer that responded advised me that no report was required since no other vehicle was involved, and that i should take the vehicle, a 2001 ford windstar, to a ford dealership since airbags arenot supposed to deploy without cause and that they are supposed to be tested every 10 years.
Consumer states that while driving 25 mph and the side air bag on the passanger side deployed with no specific reason.there was a lot of damage on the vehicle.dealer was notified.nlm
Driving on us 60 and loop 101 when the side air bag located in drivers left side of seat exploded. There had been some wood pallet debris approximately scattered on the road 100 hundred yards behind the point of the air bag activation.analysis from the ford dealership shows that some small object impacted ontothe frame underneath the center post about 6 inches up on the frame post.ithink that this area is of impact is unprotected fromsmall objects detonating the air bag in a non emergency condition.(example)gravel roads any small rock could trigger the air bag.this condition may happen on any road from objects too small to be observed. The only damage noted is some paint scrapedfrom frame. Dealer put the car on hoist and that was the only way to see the impact area. It is actually about 6 inches above the bottom of car frame. Mechanic said the area was 6 inches from the sensor. I am now dealing with the insurance company to get the air bag and seat replaced. This should not happen. I do have digital pictures of the area impacted but feel the sensor is not adequately protected from false explosions.
I was in a car incident in which there was major front end damage to my ford windstar and the driver side airbag did not deploy.the passenger side airbag did deploy.
Diriving down the road when the passenger side airbag deployed.had it been the driver's side an accident would have occurred.ford would not repair or replace.said it was caused by an accident but there was not one.there was no vehicle damage except to the interior
The passenger side air bag deployedinadvertently. The passenger went to the doctor the next day. Vehicle was towed to the insurance company's body shop.the passenger suffered from headaches, neck pain, back pain, and shoulder pain.the dealer did not assume any reponsibility.*tc
Abs and brake light come on when driving a few miles after starting car, anti lock brakes do not work. If you shut car off and start back up the lights will go off , they will come back on sometime or stay of for several hundred miles. There were no codes stored to bring up .the speed control deactivation switch has been change .
We bought van used... From beginning abs and brake lights on dash are constantly on. I believe this is causing the also constant beeping. We have gotten a tune up, changed the brakes, oil, airfilter and had the codes checked... Lights are still on and still lots of warning beeps going off !!
Abs and brake light on and cruise control not working leaking master cylinder switch.
The abs and the red brake light came onthe instrument panel. Had the computer or something reset a couple of times but the lights keep coming on. Been doing this for a number of years.
The abs light and the brake light appears on the dashboard even though the brakes are in good working order
Vehicle was purchased in november 2009. I first began having problems with the abs/brake light coming on, in february 2010. The next incident was the power windows on drivers side and back window would not role down. The next incident was the heater wont work. A recall and repair was done on the rear subframe 11s16 in april of 2010.vehicle repair was not complete now taking in for front under carriage repair on wed 21,2012.
One year ago, both the abs light and the brake light were turned on.sometimes they are on and off frequently.
2001 ford windstar-recurring abs & e-brake lights on while driving in 2001 ford windstar.lights come on intermittently and stay on until vehicle is turned off.after restarting, lights will come on again once driving has started.mechanic unable to determine problem.possible fire damage.
I have a 2001 ford windstar.when i received recall notice 09v399000 i brought my vehicle in for the repair.the issue that i was experiencing in regards to the abs/brake lights going on while the car is in use has not been fixed.i believe that there is still and issue that needs to be addressed. This is an ongoing problem.
Recall 09s09 was completed byford last year. This recall should have fix brake light warning sign and also brake fluid leakage. But unfortunately my 2001 ford windstar showing brake warning sing and also leaking brake fluid in recent days.
While sitting at the red light my brake light, abs light, over drive lights all came on and then my speedometer would not register when i started to go when the light turned green.
Had ford motor company recall 09s09 that was issued in october of 2009 performed on my vehicle. Wire harness was replace, no leaks found, however the yellow abs and red brake dash lights remain on. Research indicates that the yellow and red lights on the dash indicate a possible ecm failure which has resulted in fires in several instances.
Many electrical problems over the last 4 years ..the latest was smoke coming from the abs unit. Had the mass air sensor burn up about 9 months ago.
Abs trouble light keeps coming on and going off. It was checked andthe mechanic said it was safeto drive if i didn't want to spend the money. I have found out that the connector is absorbing fluids and shorting out. This shorting outhappens mostly in warm weather. In sub 0 weather the light pretty much stays off. There is still a chance of fire when it is shorting out. I complained to ford and was told there was no recall on this item. They gave me a case number for my complaint. It is #[xxx]. This problem is a direct cause of fluids leaking onthe modgular connector and heat from engine. [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
There has not been an incident or crash, but the abs, trace off, and brake! light all come on at once.anti-lock brakes and traction control do not function when this happens.it has occurred intermittently for about a year, but happens almost constantly now.the lights would go off after restart, but now come on almost immediately, and stay on in spite of a restart in cold or hot weather.the ford dealership says their diagnostic code indicates a need to replace the "abs module" at a cost of nearly $1300.00 with labor on my 2001 ford windstar lx minivan which now only has 60,000 original miles.i goggled this problem and found a site at www.fordwindstarrecall.info that discussed my problem.*ln
Brake and abs lights up at operating temp.computer shows several unrelated trouble codes.dealer stated a bad module.
Foia request any reports, notices complaints/ information, mfg violations, warning/ regulatory ltrs re electrical and/or air bag fires in 2004-2004 ford windstar minivans.the consumers daughter died and the son was injured when their vehicle caught on fire.
While driving my 2001 ford windstar the entire dashboardlit up. Then the abs, odometer, and engine light remained on.speedometer stopped working, and the odometer went blank. The van was taken to apple valley ford, where we were told that abs system had been leaking for sometime with no warning indication , and shortedout the entire electrical system. The repair bill was $4500 as the front electrical module was shot due to the leakage. Dealer and ford corporation could not explain cause of leak, why warning system did not work,why the extreme damage or why the front electrical modulewas located so close to the abs system, that allowedthis to happen. I questioned if this was a manufacturingor latent defect. Repair was being done at this time.
1) none.2) multiple occasions failure of the brakes occurred after the vehical came to a compete stop.car shutters at 40,50 and 60 mph.several mis-accidents occured.these were diverted as our habits were altered to stop a minimum 10 feet from traffic and travel 10-15 mph less that posted.3) replacement of the complete break system, pads, cylinders, lines, rotors and all computers to include fuses.all factory parts.
While driving down the road, i pressed my brakes to stop and the pedal went to the floor. I had no brakes until i pumped my brakes several times. While doing this my brake light and abs light came on and stayed on. My o/d light was flashing and my speedometer stopped working along with odometer. And my a/c stopped working. We stopped to work on it and found fuse number 10 was blown. We replaced fuse. When we turned to key to start the motor blue smoke came up from motor area and fuse instantly blew. Upon further inspection found that the sensor under master cylinder was leaking brake fluid into electrical harness. Have not fixed sensor yet.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
Brake light on after brake servicespeedometer and odometer stopped workingabs brake light stays ondefective cruise control.
I just recently brought my ford windstar (2001) to the repair shop due to some unexpected electrical malfunction. At first, both abs and brake light on the dashboard turned on then the odometer counter went blank, o/d light was constantly blinking and the air conditioning compressor will not engage.my mechanic told me about what he discovered under the dashboard, the abs mechanism damaged the electrical harness due to abs control fluid leak. I decided to look for the replacement parts on the internet due to a very costly repair and discovered that there is a lot out there having the same issues i had experienced. Luckily my vehicle did not set on fire. I am surprised that ford company never took action on this issue knowing that this could lead to a very serious accident. Kindly inform me if there is any recall from ford company regarding this problem.
2001 ford windstar se sport, 20,000 miles abs, brake, & tire pressure lights come on after first starting car and running for a while.. Abs and brake lights go on and off, tire pressure light stays on even with all 4 new tires equally filled at 35psi. Just bought this van. Transmission slips, had it drained and serviced 1 month ago with no problem reported.
My ford 2001 windstar has had the abs/brake warning lights come on for five years now. I have been living with it. Is there any recall.
For months, the abs light and traction control lights come on intermittently.currently the lights are staying on and it must be jumped to start.the battery was checked and was okay.something is draining the battery.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were no lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was safely maneuvered to the shoulder and towed home. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was also informed that the actuators for the door locks were bad and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000. The vin was unavailable.
2001 ford windstar sport se #drove vehicle 2 hours, parked car for approx 2 hrs, returned and then unable to start vehicle, battery would fail then car needed jumped. This happened 3 times. Turn car on, abs yellow light, e-brake red light on constantly when driving (intermittent) and will go off when car is turned off.cruise control does not work any longer.pulling e-brake from floor does not trigger red e-brake light. Looked behind air filter, brake fluid saturated on abs brake module and wiring below the brake pressure deactivation switch, leaking coming from the brake pressure switch.looked at the switch under drivers side door (below car), verified sticker on cover (next to abs ecm module) indicated ford (kelsey-hayes).checked fuse #10 & #14 (was not blown). The failure lights continue to come on sporadically.ford needs to make this a recall on the windstar.. Why is it that this is a recall on other ford vehicles with the same parts and failures.this is a huge fire safety hazard. Please make ford make this a recall.
The abs light comes on frequently while driving.sometimes it causes the regular brake light and/or low tire pressure light to come on (even though tire pressure is fine.)many times it happens when hitting a bump in the road.my dealer mentioned that the ecm module is returning many different codes with different meanings, indicating that the ecm module very likely has a bad connection on it.the dealer did not fix it yet, but warned me that i am currently driving without antilock brakes most of the time.
My 2001 ford windstar has issues with wiring up under dash .the plugs don't want to make good connection loses all functions on instrument panel.
Just recently, in the past couple months, the abs lights go on intermittently on the dashboard, warning that there is a problem.we took it to the ford dealership, and they said it may need a new ecu or computer module, but they said it was safe to use.however, the manual says when the lights are on, the abs system and traction control are disabled...there seems to be a recall, but no one at the dealership mentioned any issue.it seems strange for a car with 68,000 miles to have this go out - we want to make sure it is not a covered item before paying $ 1,400 for a new part.thank you.
I have a 2001 ford windstar sel which was currently serviced for the brake switch recall. Please note the switch was fine and no fluid was found on connectors.the abs unit in the van has issue with activation and deactivation primarily in warm weather. When temp exceed 70 degrees. Complete failure of the abs unit, speedometer, odometer, and emissions system results. The fuse located in the number 10 slot will continue to fail, and in my case wont allow another fuse to work properly until the temps outside are cooler. Here is the major problem in this when the fuse will accept, while i'm driving and the weather starts to warm up the abs ecm starts to expand thus creating contacts or breaking contacts inside the ecm. When talking to the service dept at currie ford illinois they are completely unaware of the problem. This is serious safety issue that need to be addressed by ford and included in their current recall. As i stated before, the recalled item in my case was in perfect working order.. I believe this is the heart of the real problem and this shouldn't have to come from the wallets of the consumers. The real issue is poorly designed electronic were place in their vehicles.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch located under the master cylinder developed a leak. My ford dealer told me this will cause a short and a fire!!!!!!!!. From what i hear this leakcauses brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module. The fluid accumulates on the power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground.ford wants me to pay them $2000 to fix this. I hear you are looking into this fire issue.
My 2001 ford windstarabs emergency parking brake and over drive ,speedometer , van caught a minor fire , had the abs module changed when it had warrantystill had problems reported it to ford two years ago before the recall fixed again out of pocket. This time need to take action.
Abs and brake light come on intemittently.will not pass inspection on a 2001 ford windstar van.
On 08/09/2008, the emergency brake light and the abs light illuminated on the dashboard while driving at 60 mph under normal conditions.the vehicle then had to be jump-started, and i noticed a faint burning smell while driving.upon exiting the vehicle, i noticed the burning scent was extremely strong.the vehicle is now inoperative.the battery, purchased at sears on 06/04/2005, can no longer hold a charge.the electrical system has gone haywire.for example, the headlights now come on, dimly, when the switch is in the off position.the mileage at the time of this incident was 119,200.i had one prior experience with the emergency brake light and the abs light illuminating on the dashboard.in june 2007, both warning lights came on intermittently only when the vehicle was in reverse and were accompanied by a loud squealing sound in the brakes. Twice, on wet pavement, my brakes did not function normally.although i avoided any collision, on one occasion i was forced to proceed through an intersection where the traffic light had just turned red.an independent garage inspected the brakes and could find nothing wrong.the computer diagnostic was code c1185.as a precaution, they flushed the brake system.thereafter, the brakes functioned normally.the emergency brake light and the abs light came back on intermittently again in may 2008.again, this happened when the vehicle was in reverse and was accompanied by squealing brakes.i had a ford dealership go over the vehicle and received a written report in may 2008 that showed the brakes to be in acceptable condition.there were no further incidents until august 2008.because of the complaints i've read on the nhtsa website, i will mention that the cruise control deactivation switch on this vehicle has not worked in quite some time.i must use the brake pedal to turn off the cruise control.i urge you to continue your investigation into this dangerous situation.
I received a letter from ford about a problem with the wiring on my cruise control and had it repaired ,now on a regular basis my abs and brake warning lights come on at the dash board with amazing frequency. Took it back to the dealer and they said they did nothing wrong and i would have to pay to have it repaired and they could not give me an estimated price.
After going through a heavy downpour at about 20mph the abs and brake light came on.nothing was hung up and it later cleared.we figured a sensor got wet but periodically maybe stopping quickly or even just turning off auto and restarting within 15 minutes may trigger the lights. They may stay on entire time of travel until shutting off car or they may just go away while driving.not sure if it's a brake problem or electrical because my temp notification for outside temp also does not work and the gas gauge will sometimes report empty after filling up and also i have had issues where the cruise control can not be shut off by button.i must apply the brake to shut off the cruise control.the brake lights started back in 2012 but they all did not fail at the same time.these other things have been a problem at least since 2013.i have approx. 138,000 miles on the van.
Abs light is o in my 2001 ford windstar even after the recall in 2009 for abs ecm failure - abs brake light.the light continues to stay on for the past year almost and it is causing other defects in my vehicle. My vehicle will shut down on me completely and nothing in my vehicle will work until i get a jump ad it is causing issues with my brake system and transmission!
Abs and brake lights willcome on after just a few minutes i start driving, is this a fire hazard? please help.
My abs and brake lights came on, then all my gauges started going crazy, maxing out back and forth, then my lights would go out and blinkers stopped working. I looked around and went to the abs control moduleand saw that it was saturated with brake fluid or water. I remove the connector and found 2 pins were rotted off.
All gauges, including speedometer, suddenly became erratic, confusing driver by giving false sense of speed.
I have a 2001 ford windstar and the abs/brake warning lights on the dash keep coming on.
Abs light on dashand brake light on for no reason.
I have a 2001 ford windstar sel.the following problems occur when the #10 fuse blows, which is everytime we replace it.the anti-theft system, interior illumination on dash board(speedometer, a/c, radio lights), and the day runners/auto headlights.sometimes the car does not turn off....even with the keys out of the ignition and the car door open; the radio and a/c will continue working and then the headlights come on.i purchased this car in february of 07 and these things began happening shortly afterward.also, the brake light will come on occasionally.
Brake and abs light go off and on could smell hot copper wire ....code like 11 brake codes all due to abs module.
Interior lights flash on and off including dash lightstaken in on numerous occasions but problem still exists to this day.abs and brake lights come on constantly up to and including today.noise that sounds like bones crunchingfrom steering wheel or under foot? and buzzing from right front tire on left turns. Took into ford dealer for all complaints, never fixed.
2001 ford windstar brake,abs brake,cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problem-causing my brakes to almost fail with my two 2 year old twins in my van.
Intermittent increase in braking distance in an emergency situation.due to abs system failure related to the ecm control unit.indicator at time of failure"yellow abs brake light" and "red brake light" on dashboard of vehicle. Resulting in interment operating of abs system. This becomes a large driving hazard when operating the vehicle during winter months when roadway is often covered in wet, snow and ice. These road conditions are typical for my winter driving months in the climate and area of vehicle purchased and operated. The cause of this abs system failure is related to the ecm control unit.root cause is identified as failure of circuit board solder joints with in the ecm unit, deactivating abs system. Poor quality of connections, heat and stress , not robust enough for application.need to have these quality and performance issue resolved by the oem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was in motion, an internal fire erupted near the rear auxiliary air conditioning. The controls associated with the wires and the covering were melted. The contact smelled strong plastic fumes in the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and discovered that the cover and wires melted without warning. The contact was not notified of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension), but the vin was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 106,390.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that was just cleared from the serv. Dept ford dealership about the abs and od warning lights flashing (they said due to a blown fuse). Now the lights are back on, the remaining dash lights are going crazy and the headlights are cutting off while driving down the road. Went to start the car from work and the battery is dead. These lights come on when the van heats up or hits a bump. I have small children and work third shift so this problem needs to be corrected before something serious happens as a result in faulty equipment.
2001 ford windstar speedometer/odometer went out while driving.fuse 10 was blown.have replaced the brake pressure switch once and the fuse several times.fuse is still blowing out.
My abs lights brake lights on the instrument panel come on and stay on and the odometer has no reading and the speedometer does not work. The vehicle drives fine.
Problems encountered: rear windows not working,had motors replaced worked for about 6 months then intermittent then quit working within 6 months. Abs and brake light on dash goes on and off. A/c stops blowing for about 20 seconds then resumes blowing.keyless entry works sometimes,sometimes it don't. Speedometer slower than it reads and mileage may not be correct. Windshield wipers not working properly. Intermittent settings on wipers quit working and when you turn off wipers they stop in middle of windshield. I have an 88 year old father with no legs and this is the vehicle i have to drive him around in. Do not feel safe!!
Abs and brake failure warning lights constantly displayed in dashboard display.brake inspections cannot determine a cause.i just learned that many other windstar owners have reported the same problem, and that a recall for repair may be (or have been) issued.
Abs light is on, brake light is on, a/c is blowing out warm air, odometer is not working, o/d off light is blinking.replaced fuse #10 twice, but keeps blowing.we have not had it fixed yet.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that has problems with the "brake" and "abs" lights coming on 95% of the time.the issue has been checked by no less than 2 shops and both have determined that the issue is a faulty abs module.after some online research i have found this to be a very common issue and i believe that it should be investigated.the abs not working properly can result in issues when trying to stop in inclement weather.
The abs and brake lights on the dashboard light up and stay lit. They will only go off after the key is turned off. It took several trips to the ford dealership for them to diagnose these:perform q test abs system found multiple dtc's cmdtc c1185 abs pwr relay output circuit failure, c1194 lf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1198 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1210 rf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1246 rr outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1250 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1254 rr inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1446 brake switch circuit failure open or shorted to ground, u1262 scp data link fault, fail speed deactivation switch.
After repairing my speed controller my abs and brake lights have been coming on the dashboard intermittently and are coming on more and more. Took it to the dealer and no codes show up,but i do not trust it .
I have had problems with my 2001 windstar passenger rear automatic door since the day i bought the car brand new.the door would constantly close and reopen.i have had it checked at least 3 times for this problem.most recently the door would not close all the way and has been rattling.the problem now is the door has closed and locked and will not open.my ford dealer needs to pry it open with some device just to check the problem.minimum cost for this is $250.00.i cannot drive this vehicle with a jammed door because i have two small children.if i ever needed to get them out in an emergency i would not be able to. I have contacted ford motor company to see if there has been any recalls of this nature.ford did not acknowledge this problem and dismissed it and me.i think ford should investigate this further and i think they should be responsible to fix the problem for free. An automatic door malfunctioning seems like a recall situation to me even if there is only one person whom its happened to so far there may be others.
My 2001 ford windstar van started lighting up on the dash while driving then would go out, kept getting worse. Now the abs and brake light stays on all the time, also my low tire light and there is the proper in air in tire.in april 17th 2015, my speedometer started acting up, would not register the speed i was travelling.i would shut down the motor and when i restarted moving again the needle would jump and start registering the proper speed.when i stopped again it would do the same thing again.i could put the cruise on and guess what speed i was at, i was lucky that i did not get stopped for going to fast.lately, i have not been able to set the cruise. Today the speedometer would not work, then it came on. It is frustrating not knowing what speed i am travelling. I need my vehicle to get to doctor app'ts and grocery shopping.this is my complaint, what can be done about it.
Ford refused to fix a common problem on a 2001 ford windstar with a check engine code indicating the dpfe sensor needed to be replaced, i paid for the diagnosis but ford indicated that this was not a recall.
Dash lights on; engine, abs, brake, overdrive blinks, speedometer and odometer stopped working, cruise control stopped working. This turned into an expensive ecm repair caused aby a leaking brake fluid which shorted out wiring and fuses.
2001 ford windstar beginning in summer of 2009, abs and brakelight sometimes lit on dashboard. Dashboard controls either stopped working, going on and off and controls such as rpm, gas ind, speedometer either not working or going back and forth rapidly. The rpm indicator pin actually snapped off. Now it is stuck and doesn't move at all. Drivers side window stopped working, replaced motor. Had ford dealer replace switch as indicated in recall 09s09 in november 2009. Thought problem was fixed.as of jan 18, 2010, abs and brake lights come on after engine has warmed up. Before i was notified of the recall i had full brake service on front and rear brakes in october 2009.also, not sure if related or not, i turned the car off at a red light and attempted tp restart it to turn off lights and the alternator died, had to replace.
Driving on highway, the brakes slammed on, almost rear ended. When i got home by driving slowly, i noticed moisture and brake fluid was in the abs pump module, thank god my children were not in our so called"family van".
Re: 2001 ford windstar minivanhaving continuous problems with the abs/ brake light /tire gauge being displayed on the dashboard. Also having problems with the speedometer not working . Have had the van in several times to be repaired & problem keeps occurring.
My abs and brake lights come on and go off randomly.i've had my brakes and fluids checked and everything is fine.
Abs, traction control, and brake lights come on shortly after starting the car.abs, traction control are 'off''.safety issue when driving in snow.this problem has occurred 3 times now,over last 2 years, each time i am told its a brake sensor, or the abs sensor. I pay several hundred each time to get it replaced, but problem returns within 6 months. Concern is safety- abs and traction control critical in northern ohio area in heavy snow area- please look into this.
We could smell smoke in our van, and the instrument panel was going crazy (warning lights coming on, speedometer fluctuating between speeds). We took it in and found that the abs module had shorted out because of brake fluid dripping onto the module and was slowly shorting out other wires and sensors, which could have caught fire. They are charging us to replace the abs module and the engine wire harness because of the fried wires.
An electrical connector seal had to be installed, the seat buckles and rear wiper motor cover were replaced, the abs failed, and right before the engine shut down all the lights on the dash board illuminated, after the vehicle was repaired the intake manifold, speed sensor and brake sensor failed. *phrq04011.*pco
Ecu module for abs is shorted out and causes gauge cluster to short out. This causes abs light & brake light to turn on and all gauges stop working and they jump around . This was diagnosed byford dealershipin wi. Said brake fluid leaks in to ecu and shorts out wires .told me. $2000.00 to fix. These problems are a safety issue . Absand speedometer and gauges don'twork . Should be a recall .
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while the vehicle was parked, it ignited into flames without warning.the vehicle was destroyed.the fire department was called to the scene and a report was filed.the fire representative stated that the cause of the failure was electrical, consisting of the air conditioner unit.the failure and current mileages were 79,000. Updated 10/03/08 the engine light had also been on.updated 10/06/08.
Abs light come on every know and then for months prior to this incident, know, speedometer-odometer ac has stop working and abs light is on constantly, when i check fuse box, fuse 10 was blown proceed to replace and kept burning them. I have replaced the fuse now for the 3rd time in as many days and fuses are still blowing.
2001 ford windstar with problem of abs brake light, brake light, or tire pressure lights come on intermittently during extreme cold or extreme heat. Restart of engine usually resets lights. Error code c1185 abs power relay circuit seen by shop.expansion of relay switch aluminum plate causing short circuit of module or leakage from speed control connector possible causes. Repair cost of over $600.
Abs and brake lights have been off and on for years. Have had the brakes looked at many times and they are always said to be fine. Today, while driving along, the radio went off when i rolled up the window...thought that was strange so opened window....radio back on, closed window....radio off. Thankfully i was very close to home as the windows stopped opening and closing, radio shut off, odometer reading disappeared, clock lights disappeared. I made it to the driveway, turned it off and it did not turn back on. Came inside and started to search "2001 ford windstar abs and brake lights on"......i'm appalled at how many complaints i have found. Husband and friend did a check and it may be the alternator....but after what i've read we will definitely be checking for fluid in the abs control module. If it turns out it is the abs control module (after reading the numerous complaints) i will be calling ford to let them know what i think. For many, many years we let ford service our van and i swear after each service we ended up with another problem within weeks of the service. I've not had trust in our local ford dealership for a long time. Based on what i've read in the last 2 to 3 hours i am completely shocked and saddened that ford hasn't stepped up and offered to rectify this problem. I love my windstar! as long as we can be certain that it is still safe to drive we will keep it on the road. But when it is time.....we will never do business with ford again.
On my 2001 ford windstar i noticed all at once my abs, brake, and o/d lights are on along with my odometer has no numbers in it just ------ dashes, and my speedometer stopped working, it is stuck on 0 miles/hour...
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed smoke and sparks underneath the hood and from the doors of the vehicle.she stated that the smoke and electrical sparks occurred once on may 31, 2008.the failure occurred after driving 40 mph, at which time the vehicle shut off and failed to restart.the weather was dry and sunny.on june 3, 2008, the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that there was circuit failure.ford is aware of the failure, but will not provide assistance.the contact left the vehicle at the dealer and is waiting on ford to issue a recall so that her vehicle can be remedied.the current and failure mileages were 109,000.updated 07/09/08
Hi i am the owner of 2001 windstar last week my van star be crazy with al the instrumental all the light was crazy smell like the cable was burning the positive battery was very hot i have to stop the car before get in fire that is the second time that is happen please take this very serious before some have any accident and car burn in the road.
Ford windstar brake, abs brake, cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problems*brake light (red) stays on* 15 amp fuse #10 blowing out* fire or smoke coming from under the van abs ecm area while off. * melted abs ecm wiring connector. * speedometer and odometer stop working.* cruise control will not activate or deactivates without warning. * abs brake light (yellow).
The dash lights for the abs and brakes keep coming on while driving. There has not been an accident yet, i would like to prevent this from occuring.
Turned on van with all this occurring at once: "check transmission", speedometer not working (reads 0mph), "abs" light stays on, "brake" light stays on, "o/d off" light flashing, "trac off" light illuminated, "fuel computer data error", "oil life data error", "traction control data error", outside temperature "error", odometer malfunction reads "-----------", cruise control not working, ac not cold, hot air not hot.
My 2001 windstar was giving off intermittent brake light warning. After about 1 week of this going on and i couldn't find out why this was occurring, my van had the abs light, brake light on constant. My overdrive light was flashing continuously. My speedometer, odometer and air conditioning stopped all at once. Blown #10 15a fuse.i looked into see what has gone wrong and noticed that the brake pressure relief switch that is connected to the bottom of the brake master cylinder was defective and leaking brake fluid onto the transmission range sensor and into the wiring harness that contains the wires for the brake pressure switch. This accumulation of fluid into the wiring harness has caused a short. I caught this fairly early for if i had not, this surely would have caused a fire. I have replaced the brake pressure relief switch and have not traced the short as of yet.
My brakes and abs light stays on even after repairing brakes my abs system is not working, one day while raining i try to stop my vehicle and it kept on going.
The minivan is equipped with a button on the gear shift. This button enables you to shift out of overdrive when you do not want the vehicle to be in overdrive mode. About this time the fuse in the fuse box would blow. Replaced the fuse a number of times but the problem is still there. The fuse may last for 5 to 10 miles and then it would blow. Tried a larger amp fuse but it would also blow. Transmission will leave the overdrive only if you accelerate going up a hill.
The cruise control stopped working and i thought it was a fuse blown.however, my wife was at a traffic light and a big puff of smoke came from under the hood of the car. We took it to a friend who worked for a ford dealership. He stated that the brake fluid from the reservoir had leaked onto the modules below and they had shorted out.he had seen this many times before and told us it would be about $1300 to get it fixed. As of today, we have not been able to afford the repair.we feel it is unsafe to drive; consequently, the car awaits a recall or a lottery win by us to get it repaired.i am thankful that my wife and other drivers were not injured when this happened. Engineers pride themselves on having an engineering solution for every problem. My hope is that this complaint will help them see the need, along with the others, to bear the burden of this repair, and probably engineer cars that are not slow-ticking time bombs.
Repeated failure and replacement of various parts of the electrical system including wiper motor, rear wiper motor, fuel pump, fuel pump fuses, alternator, repeated replacement of battery, repeated replacement of brake lights and light sockets and brake light switch, repeated failure and replacement of electric door locks, repeated replacement of coil wire, replacement of egr valve. Constant stalling of vehicle in rain or humid weather.vehicle stall when air conditioner is in use.rough idle and stalling when vehicle is stopped and engine is running.all of these complaints have been constant and ongoing despite repeated replacement of electrical components since delivery of the vehicle in december of 2000.
At approximately 16:45 after driving 6 miles that day, the windstar van was stopped and the ignition key turned off. The delivery driver went inside his destination for about 5 minutes. While loading his cargo, he smelled smoke. Looking up, he noticed flames coming out of the engine compartment between the hood and the windshield wiper plastic shielding. Using an onboard 5 lb fire extinguisher, he attempted to extinguish the flames but to no avail. He dialled 9-1-1 on his phone. Employees at his destination also noticed the fire, and contacted the local fire department as well. The fire department extinguished the flames with severe damage to the rear portion of the engine, the fire wall, brake cylinder and glass windshield. The ambient temperature that day was in the 70 degrees range, windows were down in the van, and the a/c system was not in use.
Power windows and door locks intermittently not working. Unable to unlock electrical or manual sliding door ....it locks up and unable to open door from inside. Passengers can't open door if an emergency. Electronic door locks don't function constantly.
My abs light comes on and my abs doesn't work!also my vehicle has an issue with starting. It could happen once a week or once a month. It is so weird, i have replaced the starter, the sensors. Tested everything else and nothing is bad. Don't know what else to replace.
The brake light and abs light come on soon after start up.this indicates a malfunction in the abs braking system.ford has done nothing to correct the problem and can not identify the cause.
Abs and brake lights turn on during summer months on my ford windstar 2001 minivan.
The abs, brake, and trac lights come on while driving down the road.this doesn't happen every time, but has become more frequent. Have not found a reason for it to come on, like hitting bumps or wet whether. The electrical system issues is rear windows won't open all of the time. The door locks don't work all of the time. The lights in and outside the van dim in and out.
Driver side window inoperable, engine light stays on, and interior lights flickers on. Motor was replaced in driver's side window, cost: 294.00.made appt. To have diagnostic check - charging $90.00 to do so.
One day the dashboard lights, headlights went out. I have taken it in for service twice. They replaced the number ten fuse. But it blow again. Now the lights ac radio stay on even when the key is out.
My 2001 ford windstar abs and brake warning lights have come intermittent on and my cruise control is intermittent.searching the internet revealed that there is a problem with the "speed control deactivation switch" that is mounted on the front of the master cylinder.i have inspected my switch and it does have a fluid leak that is running down the wires.this has not caused any other problems yet.
Vehicle blew the #10 15 amp fuses twice,after that electrical smoke poured into the cab and stopped when vehicle was turned off.also, thelow brake fluid light was on.on august 22,2008 i put 1/2 a bottle of brake fluid in.upon inspection i found the brake pressure differential deactivation switch(replacement part #sw-6351)was leaking into the electrical connector and onto the wire harness below.on august 27, 2008 i purchased replacement part (sw-6351)for $22 from my local ford dealer.old part is available.
My 2001 windstar has never been in any accident.last summer while standing and running it all of a sudden had smoke rising on the exterior of the van on the driver side, most likely due to the low brake fluid sensor leaking at the bottom of the brake master cylinder.my cruise control became intermittent and my abs light came on after hitting a bump.a local shop stated that a wire was loose and it would cost a $1000 to find the problem.today i learned that the switch is leaking and the connector to the wiring harness is burned and has been shorted by leaking brake fluid.thankfully that i did shut down the car when the smoke appeared and i did not have a fire.i understand that the nhtsa is investigating windstars that have had fires or problems like this.
I bought my windstar used from a dealership.i was soooo happy to finally have a safe and big enough vehicle for my family. After purchasing my van i had to have some work done witchestimated at 1,000. Mechanic said it was normal wear and tear. After picking my van up from mechanic, i was driving home and the check engine light came on. I had several mechanics look the code up and they clear it(most likely what the dealership did to sell me the van). Each time it is cleared it still comes back on,and about 2 weeks after the last cleared code my abs and brake lights keep coming on after only a few min of driving. I now see others are having the same problem as me.the new recall 01/27/11 i am sure that issue had not been fixed. I am pretty sure my subframe is bad too since i have been hearing a knocking noise for the last week. After reading everyone elses same issues with their windstar i promise i will not drive this vehicle and i am not going to go down without a fight. Ford please note i will not allow your company to take advantage of me and put my family in danger for your money hungry company. You will be hearing from me!i thought i purchased a safe van and now i will be stuck in my house with no transportation! i will have my van taken to a ford dealership and it will not sit for six months due to there being no parts!i can not believe their can be sooo many recalls on this van and ford still thinks it is safe!
The abs and brake light began coming on intermittantly a couple of months ago.it seems that the abs ecu module is the problem as multiple abs codes were read.now, two months later my cruise control no longer works.if you do the research online as well as in your complaint section for 2001 winstar it is an all too common problem.it seems to be a problem that was not addressed properly on an earlier recall by ford (09s09) which included a scds wiring harness replacement only caused by brake fluid leaking onto wiring and causing a potential fire hazard.many owners believe the fluid not only ran down the wiring continuing to run onto the abs connector causing parts to short out and fail and also onto the cruise control connector causing it to fail.i truly believe this is the reason all these abs modules are failing...it's amazing how many complaints with my same problem are on your websitethese are very expensive parts to replace (over $1000) plus labor.the absence of the abs system does cause braking problems and can cause the brakes to lock up and skid...this happened to me...just missed having a wreck!the connector to the cruise is also being effected causing it to fail as well.i think ford should be required to at least check these vehicle and replace these parts if they are found to be faulty before someone gets in an accident.they may have already.
Abs light, air bag light and brake light keeps coming back on while car is on.
I bought the van from someone drove from a hour fourtyfive min away from home got almost home and the brake light came on bk light on right went out seats stop working they electrical and the heat mess up very unpleased cause i have kids i drive to school everyday
Interior lights come onat random , driving at night causes problem.
Abs warning light goes on intermittently on 2001 ford windstar.light goes off and stays off if motor is shut off and then re-started.sometimes it stays off after restarting van and other times it comes back on.i understand there are several complaints by concerned owners and that in some cases a fire hazard has been exposed or feared.please add my vehicle to those others who have submitted complaints.i understand a recall may be in the works.i intend to have the car inspected by a reliable mechanic soon.
My 2001 windstar started having electrical problems a couple weeks after i had all the other recalls taken care of.i turned the van on and all my needles went crazy darting back and forth, and my driver door censors aren't working now. The next day was the same and my abs and brake lights on the dash are on and won't turn off. I have also had to keep my interior lights turned off completely because at any given time my vans door censors will decided that the door isn't closed. This is the second windstar i have owned and at this point i will never buy another ford. The safety of my children and myself is much more important.
The #10 fuse on my 2001 ford windstar keeps blowing.this disables speedometer and a/c, and causes abs and brake lights to come on.it also disables several other monitoring systems. I have determined that the switch under the brake master cylinder is leaking brake fluid.i am confident that this issue is the same one that has been reported by numerous windstar owners.i am going to buy the replacement part.i shall keep the receipt, in hopes that i may be reimbursed, eventually.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the air conditioner failed, the speedometer displayed a reading of zero and the anti lock brake light illuminated on the instrument panel while driving. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle needed a new electrical system. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was unavailable.
Brakes continually have failed causing accidents. Pedal goes all the way to the floor before and after new brake pads and bring bled.throttle idle sensor causes vehicle to stall while driving. Abs light and brake light and check engine light keeps coming on. Now they just stay on. I need to know what,if any recalls have been repaired or any options that may be available.
Rear axle snapped in half with no warning as i was driving about 40 mph on a busy road. Very dangerous.
My abs light is on and have heard it is fromecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185. It also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable.
Brake pressure diff switch is leaking brake fluid on the wires under it and fuses and popping.odometer, speedometer, a/c, abs and o/d have all posted as not working.
Automobile leaking oil and smoking. Engine, abs and brake lights constantly illuminated until they were removed by the dealer i informed him the vehicle would not pass inspection and told him of my saftey concerns regarding the same.
2001 ford windstar, abs and brake light come on intermittently, they only go out when the car cools. Terrys lincoln mercury in orland park il replaced/or added some sort of cable per detroit (i was not aware of the recall, they performed this without my knowledge as i found out. The problem still exists and has existed for years.
No speedometer readout :& abs lights are on.
While driving, the speedometer ,the odometer,the tachometer all stopped working.the abs light came on,the red brake light came on,and the o/d off light continues to flash. It is extremely difficult to operate this vehicle without at least a speedometer and i hope the brakes do not fail. This all occurred shortly after the brake master cylinder switch was replaced.
Only method of opening vehicle door fromoutside using a key is throughdrivers side door or usingremote entry system.consumer complaint is that if driver's door is inoperable ,and electrical system is inoperable, there is no way to open vehicle from outside. There should be an option to manually open each of the doors.eliminating this option was just to save a few dollars on the part of the manufacturee.
I currently keep getting grunting/popping/moaning noise from the front suspension when turning-braking-starting to move car forward. Already replaced the sway bar links and bushings but the noise still comes and goes.also my brake-&-abs lights comes on and off for no reason. And the locks on the doors work when they want too.just had inspection done again 3 weeks ago but they can not find the problems. Talk with ford about the noise to try to find out if there is any danger of a crash because of this and i keep getting the run around.
A few months after i bought the car (may 2008) the abs and brake light started to come on, intermittently, every couple of days. It would come on when i went around a sharp curve or hit a pothole. I took the car to 3 different mechanics, when the lights were not on (no error codes) and when the lights were on (every abs error code came up). I was told by all 3 mechanics that the abs sensor board needed to be replaced. The part was going to cost over $300 plus labor to repair. They also told me that the car was ok to drive but that when the lights came on my abs was not working and that i should be careful when driving in rain or when road conditions were slick because i would need extra time to prepare for a full stop. I have researched on the internet for the same problem and found that there were many others who were experiencing the same problem and have tried many different fixes with no resolution, including the replacement of the abs sensor board. What do i need to do to ensure that my abs brakes will work correctly?
Failure of speedometer, odometer, a/c compressor switch and blown fuse (#10 in fuse panel, 15 amp).failure of front passenger seat belt to remain engaged when holding a occupant.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving at an unknown speed, the emergency brake and abs lights illuminated on the instrument panel.in addition, the speedometer and odometer gauges blanked out and other gauges began to sporadically flash simultaneously.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and a diagnostic was performed.the failure codes indicated that the braking system was faulty due to water or fluid entering the abs connector.brake fluid was found leaking onto the abs module as well as fluid build-up in the connector.the abs module and pump were replaced.the dealer also attempted to reprogram the abs module, but was unsuccesful.the vin was unable to be entered into the system.the current and failure mileages were less than 123,000.
Fuse #10 keeps blows, abs and parking brakes lights are on, o/d off light is flashing, speedometer, a/c, and odometer are not functional.
The abs light has been on but no one can tell me why.it goes out when the vehicle is shut off but will light up again after about 10 minutes of driving. The cruise control would work sometimes and not others.if finally quit working all together.the fuses are all fine. The power windows and door locks work sometimes and not others or might work on one side of the vehicle but not the other.
In my ford windstar 2001 the yellow abs brake light and red brake light turns on after few minutes worm weather or after approximately 10 minutes in cold weather. Looks like the fault is related to thermal expansion in the abs control module. The problem started in 2006 and is getting worse.
I own a ford windstar 2001. Concerned that the abs lights on and brake lights are always on- they will not come off and the hand brake is down.
Well my abs/ brake lights have been on and off ever since i bought this van and i have keep up on everything that need keeping up on. Now i am having problems with my wipers and they don't work on any of the speeds but high and next to high and the other speeds don't work. Another problem i have been having is the electronic slidding doors don't always close or want to stay shut. The doors have even tried to open when driving down the road which is very dangerous considering i have children ridding in the back of my van. I have had codes come up on my van that sound like a manufacturing problem and i have had about enough of this.i have not felt save in my van since they called me in for the recall they fixed on it at dick withems. I still think it needs an inspection by the company and they need to fix everything that is malfunctioning due tomanufacturing problems. I put my children's and my life in ford's hands when i drive this van and if anything ever happens to my children or me i will be getting ahold of ford, my lawyer. I think that when vehicle's are built they should make sure there are less manufacturing problems as possible. Please contact me.
Abs lights, brake light on dash is on, odometer does not work, speedometer, air conditioning/heater does not work, cruise control does not work. I'm looking for parts to fix problem.
Brake light & abs light come on and stays on even after latest recall was done on my vehicle.this is an unsafe condition and is related to the original complaint.the recall (09s09) didn't go far enough.these vehicles continue to be a hazard for the owners & other motorists.please expand this recall to cover the entire problem before someone gets hurt or killed.
The abs sensor light, brake light, and other warning lights appear on the display.in doing an internet search it appears to be bad sensors and that a recall is pending.i am facing the same issues as many other people.thank you.
I have a2001 ford windstar lx ,i went to the store and parked my car was in the store aprox 40 mins when i came out there was smoke coming from under the drivers side, car was taken to united car care my all timecar repair place , abs had burn the connector harness .van not usablei am a 77 year old widow now withouttransport for my medical appoints, and no money toget vanfixed or buy another car ford needs to repair thisas many others have had this happen the van should have been recalled pleasemake ford fix this , i was lucky i could have been driving and been hurtthank you x
I have a 2001 ford windstar and the brake light and abs light come on and go off intermittently.i smell a burning smell in the car.i t comes on and goes off at different times, lights not always on.
My abs and brake light come on when the electronic control module gets heated by the engine.it has been doing it from the time i bought it as has my neighbors windstar.no one could tell me what was causing the problem, but i found an explanation on the web at http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/#problem2. The vehicle started doing this about a year after i bought it and is doing it today.the temp has warmed up.we had some freezing temperatures and during that period of time the lights were out and the braking system i assume was working. If this isn't a defect, why is it so widespread??
Abs brake light onbrake light onthe (mostly unserviceable) ecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185.it also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable.
Abs, brake light and check engine light all on at the same time. Vehicle shakes like it is going to cut off.despite numerous attempts at repairs, still does it as of today (2012).
Abs light on 2001 ford windstar stays on & all odometer functions & radio cease operation & freeze in place!
Loss of odometer,speedometer, cruise control, all functions associated with #10 fuse. Happened 1 time. Disconnected abs deactivation switch from master cylinder. Connection was contaminated with brake fluid causing a short and blowing fuse #10.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that she noticed smoke emitting from the instrument panel. The brake and abs lights then illuminated. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000.
I didn't have a crash i noticed that my abs brake and tire pressure light was staying on and a short time after i started hearing a loud rumbling noise in the front end every time i slow an it's impossible to make sudden stops and at times my speedometer starts flickering back and forth as well as my cruise control is currently inoperable. I have limited driving this vehicle in which i purchased due to feeling it is not in a safe manner for my children to be in. I have had several shops as well as individuals that told me these areas are common to go out on this specific vehicle and that there is possible recall. I just want to be able to drive my van with out worrying if i'm going to be able to come to a stop when needed as well as not knowing if i could possible break down or something break in the front end while i am driving at somewhat high speeds. Thank you and hope to hear from someone soon in regards to this situation!
In our ford windstar our abs system has completely gone out and the ford place told us that was going to cause us electrical problems.then our abs light and brake light comes on, everyday.the airbag light has come on and then off.the check fuel cap came on and then went off.the rpm's almost hit zero when the abs light and brake light come on. The ford dealership told me that they keep extra abs parts because windstars have had problems with the abs system.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. Occasionally, the contact has to spend time maneuvering the gear shift out of park. The dealer stated that there was a related safety recall; however, it was performed on the vehicle with the first owner. The current mileage was 129,500 and the failure mileage was 124,000.updated 06/25/08 the consumer requested to withdraw his complaint, since the dealer said the problem was originating from somewhere else and the recall problem was not the issue. Updated 06/25/08
2001 ford windstar brake pressure differential deactivation switch fire. Replaced with part that has been a recall for f150's. Burnt part kept. Previous problems. Abs module malfunction causing loss of speedometer, odometer, abs light, brake light, od light, loss of headlamp, cruise control, seatbelt warning bell, ac/heat/defrost.
This vehicle has shut off on me while driving several times.during the latest event which occurred while going approximately 30 mph and the minivan just shuts off without warning.there is not a stalling warning or anything. All lights appear on the dash and it is very difficult to steer the van when it happens.in order to get the vehicle to restart you have to turn it off with the key and then start it up again.i have investigated this problem online and there are many, many people complaining of this.i'm very surprised to see that a recall has not be made.with most of the complaints i've seen online many of the mechanics do not seem to know what the problem is.it's scary to see that many of us are complaining of the same thing.during some of the other incidents it also seemed to happen during lower speeds such as 5 or 10 mph however twice it happened going higher speeds, once at 25 mph and the other at 30 mph. Thank you for checking into this.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated the sliding doors on the vehicle would not open. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the failure was a electrical.the vin was unknown. The current and failure mileage was unknown.
Both abs and brake warning lights come on intermittently and stay on until engine is turned off.has occurred when starting engine, or while driving.on several occasions, 15amp fuse #10 has blown out, causing instrument panel gauges (speedometer and odometer) to turn off.replacing fuse has not stopped problems from occurring.running diagnostic tool on abs module displayed codes c1185, c1194, c1210, c1214, c1242, c1246, c1250, and c1254.other owners have reported that identical problem resulted in engine fires.
Vehicle experiencing problems with transmission, brake lights and head light equipment. *mr the light kept blowing out.the driver's side twice, rear driver and passenger brake light once and the rear center brake light twice. *sc the consumer stated the transmission failed.
I turned inmy ford windstar on to the john west ford diler , the abs, and brake lights came on 3 days before to brought it for been diagnosed. 2 days after they gave me an estimate for $ 2400.00 dollars. That really surprise me and i answerno thanks do not fix my car.they put my van together and since that moment my van i didn't start again is like a death .they said the pcm and abs module got burned. I think they made a mistake and kill my van pcm but i cant proved. I was reading the abs recall about and sounds like there is nothing releated wiht the pcm module.any way they sent my van back home ontoa town truck and at this moment a can't find the problem yet. Oh i almost forgot some for sure they charge me $ 200.00 for diagnosis.if you want to confirm my history you can call[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Abs warning light and brake warning light come on intermittently, after send in for the recall on speed control system modification... Until to abs bulb blew up... But parking brake light remained on... Send it back to dealer... Ask the service advisor "why my both warning light on when i drive... And now my abs light off and parking brake light remain on" and the service advisor told me your abs light never light out when turn on the ignition switch mean that "this vehicle without abs" thank you for the reply given by ford dealer service advisor of he best knowledge....i will not sending my vehicle for any recall in the future.....
2001 ford windstar abs lights and brake light constantly comes on and won't go off, i'm starting to worrry is this dangerous.also there is a major concern over the back up lights come on when the vehicle is turned off.
While investigating the 50 mph failure of the pcm module, and the ongoing off/on action of the abs module, i ran across what appears to be a mistake on page 43-3 of the fomoco "2001 wiring diagrams/windstar" manual (fcs-12255-01). I exchanged several emails, case # cas-4648613-l1x1r6 crm:03259000003405, with the ford customer relations center about this matter until they told me to contact a dealer. I sent the questions to my dealer asking for correct information, but they haven'tacknowledged my inquiry.what i suspect is all windstar's on the road today may be operating with only one-half of the scp (j1850 pwm) network operational. Now that many of the defective abs modules are failing, are other windstars in danger of engine failure at speed like ours?the two simple questions i asked fomoco are: 1) are you sure circuit 915 (data bus-) should be grounded at the abs module? 2) what is the proper termination for the ford data bus (circuits 914& 915), 120 ohms, 650 ohms, 3k ohms, what and where?
The contact owned a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked it exploded and burst into flames. As a result, the contacts home also caught fire. The police and fire department were called and were able to extinguish the fire. The contact did not report any injuries. A police and fire report were filed accordingly. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure and current mileages were unavailable.
Abs light and brake light on/ off more then 5 years every time driving , brake working fine. All the gauge moving crazy about 1 a week. Winter time the problem less.
Braking distance suddenly increased on vehicle.abs warning light came on and stays on.
The abs light and brake light both came on simultaneously. After turning engine off and on, indications returned to normal. Happened again a few months later. Dealer's service writer dismissed it. Now is happening regularly; sometimes multiple times per day. Checked brake fluid level and it appears to be okay. Brakes appear to function normally; no squeals, grabbing or sponginess, no apparent loss of braking ability. Car stops in a straight line. Brakes have been serviced.
I have a 2001 ford windstar se van where the brake, abs and traction control lights intermittently come on.when this happens, my understanding is that the abs and traction control systems will not function normally.to me this is a safety concern.i have had a mechanic look at the problem and run the computer codes but was unable to determine the cause.i will have to bring this vehicle to the ford dealer and spend a bunch of money to have them fix it i'm sure.in the meantime, i understand that some vehicles experiencing this problem have started on fire (mine hasn't)but this is a ticking time bomb as this is the car my wife and children ride in.i believe that ford should have to perform a recall to fix or replace the faulty part(s).
Abs switch below master cylindercaughton fireleaking fluidon wiresthen blew fuse to speedometer and odometer and overdrivedealer says no recall had to buy fuseandtake to garage to fix other problems causedfix wiring badly burnt.
We have a 2001 ford windstar and we had recall 09s09 done. Now we are having problems with the # 10 fuse blowing. Which contributes to no a/c, no speedometer or odometer and o/d light flashing. Also the abs light, brake light and traction control light come on all the time. I am afraid my van is going to catch on fire while i am travelling for soccer games. Please look into this situation. There are many windstar owners in the same boat.
All electrical went whacky.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that after having repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control), the vehicle experienced major electrical problems and brake fluid leaking.the fluid leaked on the abs modules, causing the electronic components to have a short, including the brakes. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the abs module needed to be replaced.the failure mileage was 106,000. The vin was not available.
Brake pressure deactivation switch leaks, causing loss of brake fluid and illumination of brake warning light.replenished fluid, but before switch could be replaced it shorted burning out fuse #10.this caused loss of function of speedometer , tachometer, odometer and ac; abs and brake warning lights illuminated and overdrive off indicator flashes.replacing switch and fuse #10 resolved issue.research on the internet found that failure of this component has led to fires due to brake fluid leaking on other electrical components, though no additional evidence of damage was found in this case.
There was an electrical shortage, which caused the vehicle to have no lights inside the vehicle.
2001 ford windstar abs light and brake light comes on while driving, when i turn vehicle off and restart the lights come on again while driving i have noticed brake fluid on the switch below the master cylinder and also on another switch bank in the area below. I am currently researching how to repair and if there is a recall on this view fordtsb 15682.
My 2001 windstar has been blowing driver side headlights. Not only does the light blow but the entire glass part of bulb blows completely off. This is the 6th time we have changed bulb. This time i was 60 miles from home on a road full of 18 wheelers. When the head light blows so does my tail lights. So i must drive home with 4 way flashers on. The only reason i have this van is because we have 5 children and have to use a van to go anywhere. Which means my children are always in it when it messes up. This time ,also, when trying to get the van back home, my interior lights kept going on and off by there self. And as always the motor stutters and makes it hard to go up any hill. We live in alabama. Every road i take is nothing but hills.
These lights stay on even after repairs are done. They go off for a couple days and then come back on. This has been going on for at least 2 years. I also have electrical problem with my speedometer and gauges. I also have been having a problem with my fuel vacuum causing the gas to spill out when pumping and tank is not full.
Fire - speed control pressure switchthe abs and emergency brake indicators have been illuminating on the dash off and on, but no problems have been found with either system.yesterday, while driving less than a mile, i was stopped by a neighbor who had noticed smoke coming from underneath my hood. The lights were not on at that time.when we opened the hood, a small fire had started but extinguished itself rather quickly, resulting in the scps completely separating from the brake fluid reservoir. The car has not been repaired as of yet, as the part is a special order item.the car has not been driven since the incident.
Abs brake system failure, on the master cylinder there is a leak,the rear brakes fail to work at all and the ecu sensor does not work.
Wires melt down. Strip my fuse number 10. My kilometer, speedometer, brake and abs lights are on in my dash.
I own a 2001 ford windstar and approximately four months ago, the abs light and brake light illuminated, the "o/d off" light began flashing, the speedometer died and the odometer cleared.i no longer have heat in the front of the vehicle , nor air conditioning.approximately a week or so ago, my husband had just returned from an errand and was in the house when he heard a pop and went outside to investigate.he saw smoke coming from underneath the vehicle and immediately removed fuses from the vehicle.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch (scds) (2b264) located under the master cylinder (behind the air filter)developed a leak. This caused a short and a fuse trip, fuse #10 if the engine is on. This leak also caused brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module (2c219). The fluid accumulated on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground. Lights that stay on are: abs,and brake, od flashes.speedometer and odometer do not work.also there is noheat or ac.
Ford windstar 2001 with brake, abs brake, cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problems.
The abs and brake lights come on, the brake deactivation switch is bad and has caused brake fluid to leak and the switch, the a/c has stopped working as well as the odometer and speedometer.
Front end steering,disturbing front end frame sound,abs lights noticed abs braking problem,brake light,od light,interior lights flash on and off intermittently when driving. Have to cut the van off and restart for to stop that only last awhile. .took into dealer for recalls still dealing with electrical problem so forth. I never been so scared of an vehicle in my life.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the constant-velocity joints on the passenger side were repeatedly replaced and the speedometer did not work. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that there were no recalls addressing the failures. The manufacturer was notified and offered no other assistance. The failure mileage was 139,000. Error codes po 174 and po 171 - misfire, fuel comp, cat lyst, evap 02 sensor, 02 htr, egr. Updated 10/03/2011 *ln
The brake fluid at the master cylinder is leaking on the wires under it. Causing the abs and brake light to stay on. I am afraid this will cause a fire, due to the fluid being flammable. Now i have a repair to pay for that i have never seen happen in a car. I am almost 55 and been driving 40 years and this is a first
Questions: my husband and i own a 2001 ford windstar minivan which has been causing us trouble lately.two months ago, the car engine stopped suddenly in the middle of the street while i was driving. After letting the car sit for half an hour, i was able to restart the car. When i took the car to the local ford muzi dealer, however, they weren't able to find a problem with it, so i called ford corporation concerning the issue of safety, and we agreed that i co-pay $100.00 to replace the cam-sensor, which they said would solve.theproblem.two weeks after replacing the cam-sensor, however, my car stopped againinthe middle of the road when i was driving my younger daughter to school.the car was later towed to muzi ford dealer and fixed again.today, around 5 p.m., the engine stopped abruptly again while my husbandwas driving. Fortunately, there were no cars behind him, or our carmighthave been run into and our four-year-old son in the back seat would havebeen killed.since the ford dealer could not find a problem with the car, werequestedfor a partial refund or an exchange. However, ford corporation refusedboth options and is ignoring our calls.we are very concerned about the safety of our entire family; if theengine stopped in the middle of the highway, we could all be killed.
Most important is the brakes have been changed and checked. On several occasions the brakes have just failed and i would pump them enough just to get in a safe location. Aaa has had to pick me up and when the brakes where checked they were find and the fluid full. Also the rear just fell but i had that repaired by a local reputable shop on candler rd, decatur/ there is a residue all around where i put the gas in. I've had the same mechanic for almost 30 years and he says the anti-lock brakes may be faulty. The brake and engine light will not go out even when repairs are made according to the codes that come up. The scariest time was when i was driving on university ave in atlanta and the car would not stop at the light at a normally busy intersection. I began blowing the horn and thank goodness no one was ahead of me. Aaa took their sweet time coming and by the time they got there the pedal was back up but i had them to tow me home anyways. My mechanic checked it and all was find but he was concerned and so was i. I did not contact ford but it has happened again as i started it yesterday morning and the brakes were on the floor. This is just too dangerous. I told my mechanic not to come check it before contacting ford.
Abs and brake light came on and then speed thing stopped working so i didn't know what speed i was going. My mechanic said after searching for 2 days that is probably brake pressure switch. I looked it up online and saw many ford windstars had same problem that have even caused fires! thanks
Ford windstar 2001. The brake pressure differential deactivation switch located under the master cylinder over time leaked. This caused a short and a fuse trip. This leak also caused brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module. The fluid accumulated on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system causing the abs (anti-lock brake system) ecm (electronic control module) module to expand in the ecm which is attached to the ecm main circuit board at all points. This could have caused a fire in the automobile if it was not corrected. Cost $1500.00 at ford dealership to correct. Replaced ecm, brake pressure differential deactivation switch, and servo cruise control part.brake pressure differential deactivation switch that caused all the trouble is available.
My 2001 ford windstar has broken through 2 rear axles! also the interior lights blink on and off as i am driving and sometimes come on and stay on and while turned off will sometimes drain the battery and the headlights and hazard lights will blink on and off and the horn will beep. Also at times my power windows will not function.
On a very hot day i went over a bump and the red brake light and yellow abs light came on in my 2001 ford windstar.i was panicked that the brakes would fail, but after parking the van and restarting it, the lights were gone.they came back on intermittently over the next couple months.i took it to the dealer a couple times before they told me it needed a new abs module.i research the internet to understand the problem, and why it only happens when it is hot out.we decided to postpone the $700 repair, since it doesn't occur when it is cold out.we had no problems this winter, but now that ithot again, the lights are again coming on intermittently.my understanding is that we won't have abs only when the lights are on.but this is a big safety concern in that we don't know if we will be able to count on the abs system working when we need it.ford should be responsible for fixing this problem since it is definitely a safety issue that results from a defective part they designed.at this point we have not replaced the part, it is still in the van, but i anticipate that we will have to replace it soon as the weather gets warmer and the lights become more frequent.
2001 ford windstar -brake light indicator, abs light indicator, odometer inop, squealing brake noise during turns, air conditioning just stopped working.
Over drive flashing off and on will not go off. Fuses blow out right after you start up the van.it started when i made a turn at a green light. On the back roads.
1. Event leading up to failure: leaky brake pressure switch at the base of the master cylinder caused brake fluid to leak into the switch, wire harness, and abs ecm. This eventually caused failure in the brake pressure switch and abs ecm wiring.2. The symptom of the failure is intermittent yellow abs and red brake warning lights in dash that come on and remain on shortly after drive off. This also causes loss of cruise control functionality as cruise control can not be activated.3. Nothing has been done to correct this problem yet. At my earliest opportunity, i'll have the brake pressure switch and abs ecm replaced. According to numerous automotive forums, this failure has led to spontaneous fire under the hood.
A few weeks after purchasing my van i had issues with my brake light and abs light coming on while i was driving. It did seem to cause any issues and the lights when off ever time i turned my van off and then back on. A few months ago i was coming up to a red light so naturally i started to slow down when i tried to come to a complete stop i kept going. The perfect way to describe what happen, it felt like i hit my brakes on a solid sheet of ice. I could here the abs clicking and also felt the vibration in the brake pedal. That day it was 95 degrees and sunny. I almost caused an accident and the only things that stopped me was the emergency brake. It continued to do it every time i tried to slow down to stop that i refused to put my children in the vehicle. Last week after almost causing a few accidents i ended up pulling the main fuses to the abs. Since i have done this the only issue i have had is my speedometer acting up. I feel that ford needs to seriously look into this issue. I have already had 5 recalls fixed on my van and this needs to be another one.
Abs and brake lights on, no speedometer, odometer or cruise .
2001 ford windstaronce the engine is warmed up, the abs and brake light come on and stay lit until i turn off the engine. Sometimes when i restart the engine they are off but other times they are not. Sometimes they don't come on at all. As time goes on it is happening more frequently.
The #10 fuse kept blowing.we figured out that the switch was our problem and replaced that.then we lost radio and other electrical components.finally tracked wires to underneath seat to abs module to find that it was burnt up and had brake fluid on it.not sure what we are going to do at this point since whole harness has to be replaced and is very expensive.
1. Electrical short in engine bay of 2001 ford windstar lx caused blown fuse #10, loss of speedometer, cruise control, abs and brake warning lights, odometer, a/c and temperature controls.replaced fuse, blew again.2. Replaced fuse twice, same results.3. Searched online, found many posts and instructions on repair.purchased a "brake repair kit" from local ford dealer, replaced the brake pressure switch under the "nose" of the brake master cylinder; cleaned brake fluid off the wires and re-connected the old connector to the new wire connector.replaced #10 fuse.
Drove from albany, new york to virginia beach on august 15-16, 2009.as we pulled into our destination, abs light and brake light went on, o/d light flashed, speedometer and odometer readings went to --------, and we smelled smoke.was able to drive car to beach ford in virginia beach where we were told that brake deactivation switch was leaking fluid damaging wiring harness and many other components.was told that wiring harness part needed was obsolete. Husband was shown burned up wiring harness and abs unit by mechanic.the wiring harness plug was melted into the abs unit.these parts remain in the car, unplugged.we have been told by ford that there is no such recall for our vehicle, although we have researched on the internet and believe this to be untrue.we have spent $500 getting the leak repaired so we could drive home, and an additional $200 from our local dealer to tell us that we need to spent $3000 more in order to repair the problem.currently, we have no speedometer and odometer, abs light and brake light are on due to burned parts, o/d light flashes.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 45 mphthe vehicle stalled without any prior warnings.the vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the dta module was repaired at the owners expense . After a couples months,the vehicle experienced an identical failure. The dealer was contactedand the technician repaired a fuse that blew. However the over-drive warning light was illuminated on the instrument control panel, and then the odometer failed. The failure mileage was 96521. Thecurrent mileage was 98000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar. I started encountering lose of cruise control about 7 months ago. Then about 3 months ago, the odometer and speedometer just quit working. I paid $400.00 to have the speed sensor replaced but that still didn't work.
Abs module malfuntios.abs warning lights. Brake warning lights. Traction control warning lights.was told by ford dealer that unit overheats - common problem.
Smoke started coming out from the car. The cable and plug from the cruise control to the abs control module short circuited. The mechanic cut the cables to further prevent any other electrical problem. I having replaced this part due to trouble in finding it. I complained about an electrical problem to the dealer but they never found the problem. A month after the guarantee expired this incident occurred. I tried to claim this to the dealer since it was reported but they said there was nothing they could do. I have a 6 year old boy we were lucky the car didn't caught on fire. Maybe ford motors is waiting for a tragic accident to occur before taking any action.
Brake pressure differential deactivation switch leaked brake fluid down wires to the abs module, shorting the module and causing a brief but non-sustained fire with resulting smoke and melting of abs module and wiring harness components.this disabled the speedometer, odometer, abs system, cruise control, and activated abs lights and brake system lights.appears to have occurred while driving and smoke and smell was present when parked in garage after occurrence.
Brake lights stays on constantly, speedometer hand constantly jumps. Sometimes feels like they are air in the brakes, sometimes no power at all to the van. When going up hill van loose all pressure when air is on. Check and made sure all hoses was connect properly and still doing it. I just can't afford to put anymore money in this vehicle.
The issue is caused by heat in the abs (anti-lock brake system) ecm (electronic control module) (2c219) module causing expansion of a large aluminum plate (heat sink) in the ecm which is attached to the ecm main circuit board at all points. The expansion occurs when the unit gets warm especially in the summer months and causes intermittent electrical connection in the unit because the fragile board is being stretched and malformed. The code most commonly scanned by professional mechanics is code c1185. Seen by us owners as a yellow abs brake light.
Own a 2000 windstar. After the last recall thought it would fix the problem. The abs light, brake light, check engine are constantly on. The speedometer, odometer, air conditioning not working. Have not taken to a garage yet. But will be.
Speedometer and odometer quit working , now air and cruise don't work , also abs brake light stays on. The vehicle is a 01 ford windstar, also leaking brake fluid, thanks for any help.
The abs warning light comes on intermittently. From research on the web, this is a common problem starting with windstars dating from 1999.
In either hot weather, or when the vehicle is running hot, the abs and brake lights will come on the dash.the computer has sent several different codes to be checked.the abs does not work when the light is on.
Driving ford windstar van in warm weather.abs failure light illuminates on dash on a daily basis in summer.downloaded error codes; cleaned ecu for abs.
Abs and traction control light on and system not working.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.he stated that the instrument panel failed. The vehicle was taken to his local mechanic; however, they found the part needed to make the repair could only be ordered by an authorized ford dealer. No repairs were made to date.the failure and current mileages were unknown.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving between 20 and 70 mph, the abs and brake lights illuminated simultaneously on the instrument panel.the failure has been occurring only in warm weather.the indicators remained illuminated until the vehicle was shut off.the contact stated that the brakes were operating normally.on one occasion, the contact smelled an unrecognizable odor.the current mileage was 81,209 and failure mileage was 80,650.
Any time that vehicle was on the battery light came on. Vehicle was put on a diagnostic machine, which found three different codes on the vehicle. Mechanic was able to extinguish thebattery light, but two weeks later it was back on again.
Dt:caller was concernedabout cruise control burning up. Hemight have had it fixed, but he didn't know for sure. Caller said cruise control would not work, and then the horn would not work. Dealer replaced the steering column. That is all the caller thinks the dealer did.consumer feels vehicle had a defective cruise control and should be included in recall.*sb
While driving theft light on dash comes on rear wiper comes on by it self and engine turns off leaving vehicle moving with no power, no steering, no brakes.after stopping vehicles ignition is locked out with no power/no crank.
This vehicle has died while driving at various speeds, at different times of trips (long and short/hot engine normally).while driving at 55 mph it died one time, causing us to enter the oncoming traffic lanes around a curve.this is not good for a family vehicle when there is an entire family in the vehicle.we have notified the dealer and have taken in for service, but it continues to die.we had the same problem with our 1998 windstar that was totalled in a collision (not problem related).i do not know if it is the ignition system or the fuel system.this vehicle has multiple recalls to date.
Brakes failed on three different occasions (repair dates: 3/22/02, 4/1/02 and 4/15/02).first, my wife noted the brake pedal was going all the way to the floor before there was any response.the dealership advised that this was normal.we insisted that it wasn't, until there lead technician found and replaced a faulty hcu.the second failure came while i was driving my wife and 6 month old baby from mo to va.while on the west virginia turn pike, the anti-lock brakes failed again and eventually the brakeing system failed all togoether by the time we reached our destination of suffolk virginia.barton ford, in suffolk va, replaced the hcu and the ecu and repaired a brake fluid leak.the third incident occurred while driving back to mo.once again the brakes did not respond normally. Once back in o'fallon, mo. The dealership found a air bubble in the brake line and they reprogrammed the abs module.each brake failure also affected the traction control system and the speedometer.we have also had to have one window replaced, the drivers side sliding door adjusted, a seal inserted in the rear of the vehicle due to a recall item, and bolts tightened at the engine cradle mounts.recently, the fuel cap indicator light illuminated for a period of 5 days for unknown reasons and we are currently unable to fill the gas tank to its normal capacity. This vehicle is unsafe and hardly worth the $27,220 that we are paying for it.
Consumer called complainingabout having problems withstarter. Vehicle was taken into the dealer, and they stated that there was something wrong with the starter, and some interior damage was done. Consuemr was involved in a collision, and she felt that it had something to do with the starter.manufacturer was contacted, and they were not responsibleforanything because there was no recalls.
When the windshield wipers are engaged they will either work for a few seconds and quit or not work at all. Dealership replaced the wiper motor twice, and the front electronic control module. But problemsstill exists.recall 01v261000was issued,but this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin.also, clunking on the front driver side at low speed or when turning left.dealership checked the vehicle and later replaced the brake rotor.starter were also replaced.*la
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in an idle position, smoke began coming out from under the hood.there were no warning signals prior to the incident.upon inspection, the cruise control deactivation switch and the brake master cylinder were observed to be completely burnt.the service dealer was contacted, and determined that the fire began in the deactivation switch.the dealer refused to offer a new cruise control deactivation switch and wiring for the electrical system.the manufacturer alerted the contact that replacement parts that were available were defective.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 35mph on a street in rainy weather, the brake warning light illuminated.a bystander alerted the contact that the rear brake lights were inoperative.upon initial inspection the contact determined the rear brake wiring harness was wet and corroded from rainwater and it needed to be replaced.the dealer and manufacturer were alerted.
My family and i were exiting the new york state thruway at exit 25a on wed 8/8 at approximately 8:30pm.sparks were noticeable on the passenger side of our 2001 ford windstar.the sparks were coming from under the left side of the hood.as we went through the toll booth and onto the exit ramp to route 7, smoke began coming in the air vents.at that time i pulled to the shoulder of the ramp and looked in the rear of the car for a fire extinguisher.unfortunately i did not have one in the car.i then went to assist my wife with getting our 5 year old son out of the back seat.at that time i noticed flames coming from under the hood on the left side.we exited the vehicle and another person assisted me with getting various belongings out.we then waited for help to arrive.the car was totally destroyed by the fire.the insurance company took care of what they considered the value (this value was lower than the nada value).i protested this but was told they could not consider nada due to its accessibility online.their value resulted in my having to pay $1000 to fulfill my loan obligation and release the lien to the insurance company.i then contacted ford and reported the incident to which their reply was the insurance company could pursue restitution but not myself.why is it that i am the one that suffers this great loss?we have spent $2000 to satisfy this loan and put a down payment on a new car.this clearly is the responsibility of ford.cars do not just catch on fire for no reason.there are many recalls on ford products. Lawyers have not responded to my messages regarding this matter because no one was injured.i am only seeking for ford to take responsibility for this or the insurance company to pay the proper value of my vehicle.
- the contact called regardingthe2001 ford windstar.the contact stated when he started the vehiclethe contactbegan to smell wires burning.the contact stated that he saw smoke coming out from under the driver's front seat and exited the vehicle.the enginewaslocated under the driver's front seat.the failure mileage was 138,000.the fire went out by itself.the contact did not take the vehicle to dealer for repairs.the vehiclewasdrivable. There were no warning indicators. The failure and current mileages were 138000.
Upon starting the2001 ford windstar van tuesday morning several of the warning lights stayed on, including the brake and abs lights.the digital odometer display changed from numbers to dashes and the speedometer remained at "0" when driving.also, theair conditioning (a/c ) stopped working.i took it to the ford dealership for repair.it took them 2 days to find the problem which turned out to be a defective cruise control deactivation switch.the service dept. Manager said we were fortunate that the van did not catch on fire.he told us that the switch had completely melted and had charred the surrounding wires.this problem is very similar to the problem which caused the massive ford recall in 2005, but ford claims that this has never been a problem in their minivans.the ford dealership did repair the damage at a cost of about $700.i did not think to ask at the time if i could have the burned switch.i would like this to go on record in case there are other vans out there with the same problem.perhaps the ford recall needs to be extended to include the windstars as well.i contacted ford by email and was told that there werecurrently no safety recalls involving thisvan.
On may 2, 2007 we detected an odor of burning plastic in the house. After searching the house i opened the garage and a large amount of smoke filled the house. The occupants left through the front door, and i proceeded to open the garage door and went out with phone in hand. While i was standing outside a friend's son indicated that there were flames under the van. I went back into the house, got the keys and made an attempt of pushing the van out of the garage. As i took the vehicle out or park i noticed flames coming from the engine compartment at the windshield. I decided that i was not going to be a hero, and i got out of the van and garage. We were afraid of an explosion since the gas tank was filled that day. I called the fire department which extinguished the fire before it spread to the house. I attempted to get a water hose to try to contain the fire, but after four steps, my right knee on which i had surgery three weeks before it gave out on me and i ended up having to go to the emergency room. The van wastotaled by the insurance company. My daughter and i did extensive research of the ford web site , and in all cases involving fires ford motor company has not even blinked an eye to pay one cent. Why can't the government go after this company that knowingly produceda product thatwas defective andcontinued to produce over and over again without taking safety into consideration. We have been fortunate that there were no deaths involved. What is it going to take?
Within five minutes of turning the vehicle off, a fire started under the hood.
Driver side electric window stopped working a couple of weeks ago.at first i was annoyed at having to open the door at toll booths etc, then it occurred to me that its also a big safety problem if i am ever in an accident.i will have it fixed at my next service soon, but if there are similar problems with other owners then perhaps nhtsa and ford should put out a recall notice.
The dash shorted out. Causing the heater, fan, and radio to staop working. I had already taken the van in for the earlier recall and the seal was replaced. Then it shorted again and this time i had to pay for it.
Consumer's vehicle was parked withchildren inside.when one of the children exited the vehicle it was on fire. Consumer removed the second child and noticed that firespread from the dashboard to the rear of the vehicle.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
While driving dashboard lights illuminated intermittently. The odometer went out. Consumer stopped the vehicle to look under the hood. There were little sparks of fire under the hood. The wiring that were connected to the master cylindermelted. There was brake fluid leaking down on the wiring.
The abs and hand brake kept coming on intermittently. The braking distance has increased. And now the lights are on almost permanently. Based on reports, am afraid if this is going to result in a fire eventually.
Ford 2001 windstar has repeated abs and brake light illuminated. Problem clears each time the car is turned off. Problem re-appears irregularlybetween minutes and days after the car is restarted.causes the drivers concern and distraction.
Abs light on dashand brake light on for no reason.
Brake pressure differential deactivation switch leaked brake fluid down wires to the abs module, shorting the module and causing a brief but non-sustained fire with resulting smoke and melting of abs module and wiring harness components.this disabled the speedometer, odometer, abs system, cruise control, and activated abs lights and brake system lights.appears to have occurred while driving and smoke and smell was present when parked in garage after occurrence.
Abs amber light, and red brake light have been coming on. Loss of brake fluid through the brake pressure differential switch and code c1185 abs main relay failure code. Non-functional cruise control.
Abs and brake light come on intermittently while driving down the road, cruise control stopped working just before fords recall. Nothing done about these problems.
Ford windstar brake, abs brake, cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problems*brake light (red) stays on* 15 amp fuse #10 blowing out* fire or smoke coming from under the van abs ecm area while off. * melted abs ecm wiring connector. * speedometer and odometer stop working.* cruise control will not activate or deactivates without warning. * abs brake light (yellow).
We were headed home on the freeway and turned onto our exit. My husband put his foot on the brake to start slowing the van down, but the pedal did nothing. He was able to stop the van by coasting and switching into reverse. He then got out and checked fluid which was full and checked the brake lines which were fine. There was no warning signs or anything that our brakes were going to fail. I am just glad that we were already at our exit and there was no other traffic! we had our 5 children in the van with us at the time. I have been researching and reading about the abs problems in our year windstar and am hoping ford decides to take some action on the matter!
The check traction control light comes on. Brake light, abs light and traction off light start blinking,turn off the ignition for a few minutes and all is well for a few seconds or maby a few days, (this doesn't happen all the time. I think the problem is somehow related to temperature because as soon as it gets cold, (below about 30 degrees) the problem goes away til warmer weather and when it gets vrey warm it happens all the time. I suspect this problem may be related to a defect in the ecm as this might explain the temp situation. Note also fortunately during the winter the traction control works fine but when this light problem is around the traction control does not work.
The check traction control system warning illuminates, as well as the abs,trac off, and the brake system warning lights on the dash.
During the course of normal driving, on a ford windstar with less than 100k miles, the abs system failed.the abs/tc/e-brake lights all came on, permanently.i had to have the system replaced, at extensive cost.in online research it turns out this is a fairly common problem, potentially due to leaking fluid from the scds component.nhtsa please make ford deal with this!
During normal driving the "check traction control" message comes on and then deactivates both abs and traction control significantly impacting the drivable in winter conditions.i do not know of any significant events leading up to this failure.the message isn't always on, just periodically especially when it rains.
Abs, traction control, cruise control and speedometer either are intermittent or not working at all.this causes issues with braking, vehicle control, driver attentiveness and other safety related issues.
Since the beginning of 2011 the abs and the brake light came one.i have no idea why it comes on and staysone.i am afraid to go long distance because of this.
Abs light on 2001 ford windstar stays on & all odometer functions & radio cease operation & freeze in place!
At approximately 16:45 after driving 6 miles that day, the windstar van was stopped and the ignition key turned off. The delivery driver went inside his destination for about 5 minutes. While loading his cargo, he smelled smoke. Looking up, he noticed flames coming out of the engine compartment between the hood and the windshield wiper plastic shielding. Using an onboard 5 lb fire extinguisher, he attempted to extinguish the flames but to no avail. He dialled 9-1-1 on his phone. Employees at his destination also noticed the fire, and contacted the local fire department as well. The fire department extinguished the flames with severe damage to the rear portion of the engine, the fire wall, brake cylinder and glass windshield. The ambient temperature that day was in the 70 degrees range, windows were down in the van, and the a/c system was not in use.
Abs, brake light and check engine light all on at the same time. Vehicle shakes like it is going to cut off.despite numerous attempts at repairs, still does it as of today (2012).
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 30 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and then the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While stationary, the contact noticed that the front engine cradle of the vehicle was severely rusted and corroded. The contact stated that there were holes in the engine cradle. Matthews ford oregon in oregon, ohio was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa. The failure mileage was 190,000.
Takata recall i'm looking to see if there was a recall on manifold in the 2001 ford windstar.
I took my van in for the 11s16 recall and now problems are taking place afterwards. I got my van back and now the check engine light is on and coolant is leaking everywhere.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while reversing at approximately 4 mph, the motor detached, fell from the vehicle, and pulled all the cables for the gear shift. In addition, the abs, the airbag, and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic stated that a rear axle and the front sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 236,000.
2001 ford windstar.consumer writes in regards to dealership states vehicle is unsafe to drive.the consumer stated the back of the vehicle sways uncontrollably.
While backing out of my driveway the subframe fell out of my vehicle causing the throttle body to open all the way dropped out of reverse and went into drive lost steering ,lost brakes jammed vehicle into park to stop 1 foot from telephone pole. Had vehicle towed to ford took 1 week to here anything from them ,was told i could not have a rental or loaner vehicle while they had my car. Called ford customer service line was told i could only get rental car for 1 day for subframe and 1 day for rear axle recall , as of 7/14 2014 was told i would maybe have my vehicle back by next week after ford evaluated my car for repairs. I did not receive a phone call from ford dealer until 7/14/2014.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were no lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was safely maneuvered to the shoulder and towed home. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was also informed that the actuators for the door locks were bad and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000. The vin was unavailable.
This vehicle has shut off on me while driving several times.during the latest event which occurred while going approximately 30 mph and the minivan just shuts off without warning.there is not a stalling warning or anything. All lights appear on the dash and it is very difficult to steer the van when it happens.in order to get the vehicle to restart you have to turn it off with the key and then start it up again.i have investigated this problem online and there are many, many people complaining of this.i'm very surprised to see that a recall has not be made.with most of the complaints i've seen online many of the mechanics do not seem to know what the problem is.it's scary to see that many of us are complaining of the same thing.during some of the other incidents it also seemed to happen during lower speeds such as 5 or 10 mph however twice it happened going higher speeds, once at 25 mph and the other at 30 mph. Thank you for checking into this.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 50 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the vehicle.the contact pulled over and exited the vehicle before it burst into flames.the vehicle is at a tow yard.there will not be an investigation to find the cause of failure because the vehicle only had liability coverage.the florida highway patrol case # is c07offo66334.the powertrain was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 190,000.
All parts are affected, my car which is ford windstar 2001 , it got fired by itself at early mornings while it was parked and ignition was off, we are the victim of the ford windstar 2001,my car is totally burned.
Consumer states that when pressing on the brakes engine starts surgingand shaking. Dealer can't duplicate problem.
While driving at low speed and turning, thevehicle stalled with out any warning. Also has problem with the steering wheel and the turn signal working intermittently.the dealer replaced the upper intakemanifold gasket and the idle air control valve, however the vehicle stalled again and the dealer replaced idle air control valve again.the power steering fluid was low.
Frequent stalling and inconsistent engine idle, especially when car is stopped but still in gear (at traffic lights, etc).parts repaired and/or replaced include: coil wire, cam sensor, cylinder wire and fuel pump. Repeated blown fuses for fuel pump.even after repairs car still stalls when stopped and engine idle is inconsistent, worse when stopped.has been a problem with this vehicle since 2002.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving there was a gasoline odor emitting from the vents of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over and the hood was opened for inspection.the plastic fuel line failed where the plastic line connects with the steel line.as a result, fuel sprayed onto the engine.the vehicle was towed to the dealer for replacement of the entire fuel line which corrected the problem. The intake manifold failed. Updated 06/12/06. 8jb
While driving 5 mph, the vehicle stalled.the driver was able to restart and drive the vehicle to the dealer inspection.the mechanic replaced air sensor to the engine.please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair under nhtsa campaign id 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly), and during the inspection the technician noticed that the front passenger side rear mount engine cradle was cracked with substantial corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
1) there were 2 major problems with our ford windstar 2001 which we bought brand new from our dealer. The first problem: we thought there was a lot of smokecoming out of exhaust. It looked like it was burning oil. Took it in tothe dealer the first time and they replaced a seal. We took a trip and took it back to the dealer and they said there was coolant leaking into the intake manifold and we would need a new engine. We ended up spending about $3500 on the car. The second problem was related to theabs brain failed and we would need to replace it and that would be about $1200. It was at this point, we decided we would not pursue that repair as that would mean we would have put in about 5k into our car within a year.3) ford went in "half" with us on the engine replacement. I do not recall the exact date for the first failure. The second failure was approximately january 2005.
There have been numerous issues with this vehicle lately. Car would not start, power steering went out, oil light stays on, i have to put oil in every week, seat motor stop working and now the brakes do not work. We were driving out of town with our 3 kids and i went to press the brakes just to find that it was not there - it was all the way up under the dash board!!!
Onset of dull "knocking" noise in running engine at idle; sound similar to connecting-rod or piston wrist-pin bearing knock, but does not increase in severity or frequency as engine speed changes. Simultaneous significant variation in engine idle speed (+/- 200 rpm @ 1,000 rpm idle), and rough transition to cruising speed. Dealership "found" that the internal plate of the plastic intake manifold had come loose and was shifting to produce sound. Dealership speculates that the engine intake manifold developed air / vacuum leaks, compromising engine idle. Owner deduces that dealer was familiar with similar vehicle problems effecting other windstars.at minimum, the "knock" could trigger expensive- and unnecessary engine repairs. At worst, the intake manifold malfunction could cause loss-of-power or engine inability to operate, triggering accident. A likely side-effect will be the reduction in engine operating efficiency / increase in fuel consumption, and compromises in engine emissions performance.situation bears similarities to ford tsb sep 01, 2001 nhtsa item number: 625749:"make : ford model : windstar year : 2001 manufacturer : ford motor company service bulletin num : 15213 date of bulletin: sep 01, 2001 nhtsa item number: 625749 component: engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline summary:some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise that sounds like a connecting-rod knock or lifter noise. ".
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's head gasket blew out while traveling 50 mph and caused the vehicle's check engine light to illuminate.the vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop who determined that the head gasket needed to be replaced.the dealer and the manufacturer were contacted and determined the vehicle had to be taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test.
2001 ford windstar was sitting in the parking lot started on fire under the hood. Vehicle was totaled.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact first purchased the vehicle, it shut off.the rings in the engine had to be replaced.she also heard a rumbling sound when the brake pedal was depressed.an auto repair shop stated that the brakes were operating normally; however, after much complaining, the contact had the front brakes replaced.the windshield wipers stopped working after a new windshield was installed.the vehicle was diagnosed and the motor was found to be the cause of the failure.the motor was replaced.a couple of months later, the vehicle began leaking antifreeze and was towed to a repair shop.the contact was informed that the fuel injection hoses were leaking.the leak was repaired.three weeks later, the vehicle would buck and shut off.she was informed that the catalytic converter was completely destroyed.lastly, the contact noticed an issue with the rear of the vehicle.it would fishtail or wobble while driving various speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer included in the factory warranty.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current mileage was 74,056 and failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Bought 2001 ford windstar in january 2005 with 40,000 miles on it. In august we had to replace the transmission( 46,000 miles). This was $2000.00.then in october we had to replace the engine(49,000 miles) because of the head gasket. Ford quoted us $4800.00 for this and said the car was out of warranty and would not help us defer the cost in any way. We ended up getting a used engine.
Automobile leaking oil and smoking. Engine, abs and brake lights constantly illuminated until they were removed by the dealer i informed him the vehicle would not pass inspection and told him of my saftey concerns regarding the same.
While driving at any speed and without warningintermittentlyengine would stall, causing the consumer to pull over. Dealer inspected vehicle several times,and replaced differentparts, but problemstill occurring.
Ref. Nhtsa defect investigation pe10026:2001 ford windstar experienced front engine cradle failure on passenger side while vehicle in motion, 26 june 2009. No injuries but rattled nerves. Half shaft and engine cradle replaced - vehicle impeded traffic for an hour until removed by flat bed truck.
While investigating the 50 mph failure of the pcm module, and the ongoing off/on action of the abs module, i ran across what appears to be a mistake on page 43-3 of the fomoco "2001 wiring diagrams/windstar" manual (fcs-12255-01). I exchanged several emails, case # cas-4648613-l1x1r6 crm:03259000003405, with the ford customer relations center about this matter until they told me to contact a dealer. I sent the questions to my dealer asking for correct information, but they haven'tacknowledged my inquiry.what i suspect is all windstar's on the road today may be operating with only one-half of the scp (j1850 pwm) network operational. Now that many of the defective abs modules are failing, are other windstars in danger of engine failure at speed like ours?the two simple questions i asked fomoco are: 1) are you sure circuit 915 (data bus-) should be grounded at the abs module? 2) what is the proper termination for the ford data bus (circuits 914& 915), 120 ohms, 650 ohms, 3k ohms, what and where?
Was riding on the highway when my car just stopped and seen transmission oil everywhere on the floor an now van wont move but turn on.
The contact's parents own a 2001 ford windstar.while the contact's parents were driving 40 mph, the vehicle completely lost power.they pulled over to the side of the road and noticed flames underneath the hood.after five minutes, the vehicle exploded four times and was destroyed.the fire department was called and a report was filed.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current and failure mileages were approximately 70,000. Updated 11/17/08 the consumer stated he read on the internet that his make and model had problems with the cruise control . Updated 11/18/08.
The engine cradle was severely rusted and had a catastrophic failure. I narrowly avoided getting t boned and crashed head first into a small hill. My fiance and my self were uninjured but where extremely shook up over this. I lost all control of the steering and the entire engine and transmission where on the ground. Thanks to this defect in fords design i am now without a car and either my fiance or myself could have been badly injured or died.
I am the original owner of this 2001 ford windstar se minivan which now has a rusted, corroded and broken passenger side engine subframe which renders the vehicle unsafe to drive. I complied with the earlier ford recalls with regard to this issue (11s16) and the service was completed (6/20/2012) at the ford dealership. Now after 27 months and less than 16,000 miles later, the engine subframe breaks and the cost to repair of about $5,000.00 exceeds the kelley blue book values for the vehicle. Ford has refused any help and claims they have complied with the recall work and the matter is closed. I believe the recall support bracket that was installed was nothing more that a band-aid approach to correct a major safety issue with substandard engine subframe parts. I have asked ford to buy my vehicle back, as that was an option under the recall(11s16) but they have refused again saying the matter was closed.it seems to me that the engine subframe parts should last much longer than 13 years or 97,000 miles.after all ford suggests the 1st engine tune up for this vehicle at 100,000 miles.i guess i won't be worrying about that in the future.i have this vehicle now for a short while and i have pictures of the broken subframe. I will be getting rid of it probably to a junk yard for scrap value. I am worried about all the other windstar owners driving around with this same potential condition on our roads and highways.i want you to initiate a follow up investigation into the effectiveness of the recall fix(11s16) as seen on my vehicle and others.as a result of this experience, i will never own another ford in my life.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the air conditioner, cruise control, and radio failed.the contact inspected the switch on the master cylinder and noticed that the switch for the cruise control was covered with fluid.the cruise control switch was replaced; however, the new switch also failed.he cut the wires to the switch in order to operate the vehicle.he then heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment.the lifters were replaced, but the knocking sound continued.the upper intake was replaced as well.the purchase date was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 119,000.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
2001 ford windstar very well maintained records to show. Engine failure (bad rod) with no warning . No leaks or use of oil ever. Mechanic said there is no reason for the failure except for maybe a faulty rod.
Ford windstar brake, abs brake, cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problems*brake light (red) stays on* 15 amp fuse #10 blowing out* fire or smoke coming from under the van abs ecm area while off. * melted abs ecm wiring connector. * speedometer and odometer stop working.* cruise control will not activate or deactivates without warning. * abs brake light (yellow).
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while attempting to make a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle made a very loud banging noise.the dealer stated that the engine cradle was rotted out.the repair cost was estimated at more than $500.the failure and current mileages were less than 110,000.updated 04-23-09updated 04/24/09.
The consumer noticed oil was leaking from the vehicle. Themechanic informed the consumer that the oil was leaking from the intake manifold. Please provide more information.
Vehicle had an oil leak, and engine compartment was smoking.consumer took vehicle to dealer, and theyreplacedcampshaft at 48 miles.please provide any further infomation.
Sometime between 10:30pm of 28 june and 5am 29 june, my 2001 ford windstar spontaneously combusted while parked in the garage of the rectory here at holy assumption church in marblehead, ohio.the van is a total loss as the entire engine compartment and most of the dashboard (on the passenger side) are burnt out or melted.this happened after i twice took my windstar to an authorized ford dealership in response to a recall to have a part replaced connected with the cruise control that has been reported as overheating and causing such a fire.there is damage to the interior of the garage (the local fire department does not know why the fire stopped before burning down the garage - since there is concrete evidence of the intense heat of the fire.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact started the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated.he did not want to drive the vehicle, but took it to a mechanic for diagnostic testing.the technician stated that the exhaust intake and manifold failed.there were also numbers missing on the computer, which was caused by the engine.the dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls, although the failures were identical.the vehicle has not been driven since the failure occurred.the failure and current mileages were 99,734.
Check engine light came on while driving.had the diagnostic code read and the codes were po171 and po174 where the result (bank 1 and bank 2 system too lean). Did research on the internet and found tsb 03-16-1 concerning repairs required to fix this problem.the tsb states that ford used a lh valve cover that contained a 1/8 hole allowing oil to get on the rubber grommets of the isolator bolts which contaminated them.this resulted in breakdown of the rubber grommets and a vacuum leak to occur in the intake manifold.the tsb also recommends replacing the lh valve cover gasket, port seals, isolator bolts u-shaped vacuum line, and upper intake halves seal to prevent future occurrences.this problem is a result of faulty parts used in the engine intake manifold and would not have occurred with proper parts.the internet is filled with problems the owner of windstars from 1999-2003 have had.eventually, the engine will run very rough and can stall causing an unsafe condition while driving.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that when driving she hears a loud squeaking sound coming from the bottom of the vehicle. Engine failure while driving increased the risk of vehicle crash. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility and a mechanic concluded that the motor cradle needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 96217.
An electrical connector seal had to be installed, the seat buckles and rear wiper motor cover were replaced, the abs failed, and right before the engine shut down all the lights on the dash board illuminated, after the vehicle was repaired the intake manifold, speed sensor and brake sensor failed. *phrq04011.*pco
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 70 mph, the contact heard a loud, unusual explosion. The contact was able to exit the vehicle and found that the front sub frame and axle had fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.updated 11/19/10.*ljalso, the oil pan gaskets was leaking. Updated 11/24/10
I had my intake gaskets replace in feb 2005 to avoid any engine problems; i just threw a rod on 9/7/05 in my 2001 ford windstar with only 80000 miles on it.i was told that i would have to replace the engine at the cost of $4000.i just checked the blue book value - it's only $9000.i'm in an upside down situation because i still owe on the car!i've read all over the internet about preventing this problem - and not changing the intake gaskets (which should be a manufacturer recall or at least send a notice!) should help keep the engine running smooth.this wasn't true in my case!
I own a 2001 ford windstar van.it is used by my wife.last weekend, she came home from a local shopping trip and told me the a/c was not blowing cold anymore and the abs and brake light was illuminated.also the odometer and speedometer were not working.also the o/d light was blinking on and off.later in the evening i went and checked my fuses on the van and found the #10 fuse (15amp was burnt).i replaced the fuse with a new one and started the van.the a/c was now blowing very cold and the abs and brake light now was off.after leaving the van running for about 2 minutes, i noticed heavy smoke coming from the engine.i immediately turned off the engine and got a flashlight to see what was burning.i noticed near the master cylinder, a group of wires that had burned near the deactivation switch.i then came inside and searched the internet for this issue and came across a few blogs that stated the same problem.i then brought my vehicle in the next day to an authorized ford dealership that confirmed the problem as a faulty deactivation switch.i am very lucky that my van did not catch on fire while my wife has been using the van to bring my children to many different places.this is totally an unsafe matter and ford should be looking into a recall.what more can i do to make this happen??
The check engine light has been on 3 times in the past year. All due to "intake problems" (per the ford certified mechanics who worked on it). The last mechanic who worked on it said that there have been so many problems with this particular type of intake system that ford had to change to a different type of system. At $80-100 just to run the computer check each time and $300-500 to fix the problem each time i can't afford to own a ford anymore.
Oil leaks leading to the engine$700.00 @60,000 milesabs ---system replaced $1200@74,500mileshead gaskets replaced and some suspension problem$2,000 @ 7500miles.
Cel came on and subsequent diag code revealed p0171/p0174/p0131 codes as does everyone else with similar problems. Replaced isolator bolts, port seals, clamshell seal, 2 other seals, and front valve cover, pcv valve and vac line, and fuel reg vac line. First 2 codes cleared, but misfire remained. Removed intake 2x and cleaned all seals, egr ports, and oil accumulation from inside intake. P0131 code remains. Next step is new spark plugs and wires (only 10,000 miles on new platinum plugs). Also have intermittent abs/brake system lights come on as they wish and go off when vehicle turned off. When is ford going to step up and admit there is a problem with this entire vehicle ? i will not take my vehicle to a dealership to get ripped off for over $600 when it costs me $120 in parts alone to replace the tsb seals and intake bolts. I guess we shall see how long until my transmission goes out (knock on wood i made over 80,000 miles so far).
Driver side window inoperable, engine light stays on, and interior lights flickers on. Motor was replaced in driver's side window, cost: 294.00.made appt. To have diagnostic check - charging $90.00 to do so.
Dt:contact states the automatic door on her vehicle will not stay closed.the door is located on the rear driver's side of the vehicle.while driving, the door will come open.she tried locking the door to keep it closed, but this does not work.the dealer installed a new part, but it did not correct the problem.the manufacturer is aware of the problem and is trying to find a remedy to the defect. Updated 10/31/2006 - after several attempts to fix the door the dealer told the consumer they were unable to fix the problem.the dealer said they would contact a ford engineer to see if the problem could be resolved. The vehicle's check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the dpfe sensor
Consumer states that when starting up the vehicle and no warning the engine caught on fire under the hood causing the vehicle to be non drivable. Dealer notified.mr
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 45 mphthe vehicle stalled without any prior warnings.the vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the dta module was repaired at the owners expense . After a couples months,the vehicle experienced an identical failure. The dealer was contactedand the technician repaired a fuse that blew. However the over-drive warning light was illuminated on the instrument control panel, and then the odometer failed. The failure mileage was 96521. Thecurrent mileage was 98000.
Consumer has noticed a knocking noise inengine. Vehicle is at dealership at this time.
This is the 5th time that this engine problem has occurred, and each time it stays in the shop 12 days and out 26 days. Dealer does not seem to be able to correct problem and is very rude when vehicle is taken in says this is nothing.
Consumer states check engine light is on. Dealer replace fuel cap and evaporative purge valve, however problem still exist and now the vehicle is stalling causing vehicle to have no braking and power steering power.squeaking noise when setting still.belt tensioner replaced.
Vehicle intermittently shutdown.
I have repeatedly contacted my dealer for the problems that exist with my vehicle. The brakes fail after prolonged pressure at red lights. I was told to set my parking brakes to adjust. I had two large bumps on the steering wheel. I was told that it was a broken bearing and they replaced my steering wheel and fixed the broken bearing. The new wheel has the exact same bumps. I was told not to worry about it. The air conditioner was making grinding sounds. The compressor was replaced. The enige has a ticking noise when vehicle is in gear but stopped with brake. I was tols this is the injectors and nothing was wrong. The van stalls at any speed for no reason after long periods of driving. I was told it was my alternator. Ihave had my van not long and already have a rebuilt new van. I went to the dealer and drove another van. None of the above problems were seen. I was told there is nothing that i could do but to trade in and pay mega bucks for another one. My van has been in the shop for 9 days the first time and 15 days the second time. I feel i have been wronged by the ford motor company and i should be given a vehicle that i can drive and feel safe in. I feel that the vehicle has more problems then the 1980 aerostar that i replaced with this one. Please let me know if there is anything that i can do to solve this problem. If there is nothing, then please warn others from the problems that i have encurred.
While stopping vehicle stalled and died without warning.dealer was inspecting vehicle . Please provide further information.
While on vacationing in vermont. The yellow abs light and the red brake light came on. Im a mechanic so i had thecode reader for the abs system. The code was the infamous tell tale c1185. I replaced the abs module once. Unfortunately the problem has manifested again. I'm tempted to do away with the system, but the windstar transports my young children around. Its like having a gun to my head. What do i do?
Reoccurring engine lightcoming on after vechicle in for first courtesy service. Dealership cannot determine exact problem. So far have replaced fuel pump assembly, pressure transducer and asbly fuel vapor control. No success. Reported problem to manufacturer and awaiting a desicion from regional engineer for a possible vehicle exchange.
I have a 2001 ford windstar minivan.it has been running poorly even after an expensive tune-up, with poor acceleration, heavy shifting, missing at highway speeds, and it has stalled three times.when i took it into the dealership, they found that there was a problem with the intake manifold and isolator bolts that hold down the plastic bowl on the manifold.due to this problem, the fuel regulator, vacuum hose, l.h. Valve cover, port o-rings, and isolator bolts had to be replaced.they also had to reprogram the pcm, clean the egr ports and there was also a diagnostic charge.the total bill came to $656.00 on a vehicle with only 52,000 miles on it.i feel this is a manufacturers defect since i found out the isolator bolts have been re-designed and updated indicating there was a problem with the original ones.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the contact was driving approximately 40 mph, the emissions, abs and rear brakes warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure would recur whenever the engine was in operation. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was previously notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unknown.
"check engine" light stays on.when i bought the vehicle, the dealer said just go to ford and get it "reset."that wasn't done.now it is time for the first mandatory smog and the vehicle won't pass because of the "check engine" light problem.ford wants $500 to "fix" it.i don't have an extra $500.i feel i am getting ripped!!!!suggestions from anyone?
The check engine or emissions light was on.i took it to the dealer and had to pay $100.00 just to have them run the codes on the computer.codes p0171 and p0174 showed up ,and dealer said intake gaskets leaked,and it would cost $671.00 more to fix. Their estimate included replacing intake gaskets, intake bolts, left side valve cover,and fuel pressure regulator. Thepvc hose was okay.the 2001 van only had 59,000 mi on it.seemedlike ford had a design problem , theywere not willing to stand behind.
The vehicle did not pass emissions, the dealer was unable to locate the problem.
My van started to have sounds of a flock of birds in the engine compartment. It stalled after running 20 miles, the engine light was the only light on.it was towed to the dealer. After running a diagnostic, i was told it was the cam sensor. They fixed that and off i went. Just to get down the road another 20 miles and my engine light came on once again. Back to the dealer i went the very next morning. The service guy i spoke with said" i do not know why that came on, but we will do a diagnostic on it again and find out. By this time i was pissed off. The mechanic said it was putting out codesp0141 and a p0147? ( anyway it was bank1 and bank2) running lean. I asked him when it was in yesterday, did you not notice the codes and he stated "i will have to pull it up on the hard copy, but he did not do it. Now another dealer at a different location has it today(2-13-07) diagnostics are almost the same but with added fuel injector problems. This is not the first time the engine light has came on. More like the 3rd time, with the same diagnostic codes. And each time i had to have almost the same thing done to it( like the injectors being flushed out 2x, now for the 3 rd time in 2 years). But each time the engine light came on, it was always the same codes. Obviously there is a problem with the engine components.
I went to have my car services on 3/14 and was informed by monroe muffler that my that the intake manifold has cracked because it was plastic and not metal. While doing some research i noticed that many other fords have been recalled for the same reason such as vehicles affected in the american settlement use the 4.6-litre v8 engine and include 1996-2001 ford crown victoria, mercury grand marquis and lincoln town car; 1997 mercury cougar, ford thunderbird and ford mustang; some mustangs from 1998 to 2001; and some ford explorers from 2002.i was l;aso told that he has serviced at least five with the same problem in the last year.
Vehicle's back end swayed left and right, making it difficult to maintain control. The cause was undetermined. The consumer stated that the rear control arm broke while driving.the bolt was replaced and a rattling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle.the lower rear tight side bolt was no good.the conusmer stated that the engine light was on. Tests found vacuum leaking from the intake manifold.lower and upper intake manifold gaskets were replaced.idle speed control was replaced. The brakes squeaked .when taking off from a stop light the vehicle idles high.*tc
1) there were 2 major problems with our ford windstar 2001 which we bought brand new from our dealer. The first problem: we thought there was a lot of smokecoming out of exhaust. It looked like it was burning oil. Took it in tothe dealer the first time and they replaced a seal. We took a trip and took it back to the dealer and they said there was coolant leaking into the intake manifold and we would need a new engine. We ended up spending about $3500 on the car. The second problem was related to theabs brain failed and we would need to replace it and that would be about $1200. It was at this point, we decided we would not pursue that repair as that would mean we would have put in about 5k into our car within a year.3) ford went in "half" with us on the engine replacement. I do not recall the exact date for the first failure. The second failure was approximately january 2005.
The tail pipe sticks out very far and has very sharp points on it.son punctured his left knee on one of the points. It dug into his knee and left a gapping hole which needed stitches.tail pipe sticks out too far and the end should be even all around.
Both sliding doors did not close fully. The doors would shut and pop back open even when locked. The mechanic replaced several components but only provided a temporary fix. The failure still exist.at 50,000 the intake manifold was replaced twice withina year because it contained a leak.
I recently purchased a used 2001 ford windstar.it began showing 3 lights on the dash. (the brake light abs light and check engine light)iwill begin with the engine light. After reading many articles on the internet of people experiencing the same codes p0174 and p0171 i found the tsb. It called for the replacement of the vacuum line, isolator bolts, valve cover, and port seals. The abs and brake lights call for the replacement of the whole abs module. To fix both of these problems are very costly. And after researching, i have conlcuded that these problems are not isolated. Due to the high price of labor and parts i have not been able to fix these problems. I think that the loss of abson slippery roads and the loss of the engine due to the defective gasket parts cancause a major accident, and pose as a huge concern. Please contact me with any updates...thankyou
After the check engine light came on, we had the codes read. P0171 and p0174. Running lean on right side and left side.research shows many others on message boards all around the web with the same problem at the same average mileage (50,000). Dealers want over $600 to fix the issue. With so many users experiencing this design flaw, why isn't there a recall?
The abs, brake, traction control lights come on and whenever it is warm out and the abs and traction control do not work! this is a serious safety issue effecting stopping and steering control and should be a ford safety recall. A faulty computer board expands and contracts causing malfunctions in the system.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch (scds) (2b264) located under the master cylinder (behind the air filter)developed a leak. This caused a short and a fuse trip, fuse #10 if the engine is on. This leak also caused brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module (2c219). The fluid accumulated on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground. Lights that stay on are: abs,and brake, od flashes.speedometer and odometer do not work.also there is noheat or ac.
Had recall repaired and still broke.
During normal operation of vehicle at posted driving speed limits the vehicles abs, brake warning lights have continuously come on after driving begins. It has been also noted that after several brake service inspections and repairs at major auto repair shops, such as midas, carx , and pep boys.technicians have observed that the brake systems major components and hardware appeared to have failed due to high levels of corrosion and easily rusting parts such as brake shoes, pads, wheel cylinders, brake drums, brake line hoses and connectors. Each of these repair shops have informed me that the repair/ replacement of many of these vital components would be extremely costly to repair and could result in serious injuries or create a hazardous situation for the vehicle's operator and other drivers if not repaired immediately.the vehicles brakes and hardware have been replacedmore than three times by asae certified /qualified mechanics and the brake systems warning lights continuously remain on during regular operation. The rear brakes are grinding and wearing the brake shoes down much faster than they did before even after repairs have been completed.currently when applying the brakes before coming to a full stop the brake peddle must be applied at a distance of at least 30 seconds sooner to ensure a safe stop. I do believe that there is a high risk of concern in the failure of the ford windstarbrake system operations and a thorough inspection of the abs system and brakes including its major components should be inspected immediately to prevent a serious accident or injuries to the vehicle's operator and to protect the safety of the general public.
2001 ford windstar -brake light indicator, abs light indicator, odometer inop, squealing brake noise during turns, air conditioning just stopped working.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was in motion, an internal fire erupted near the rear auxiliary air conditioning. The controls associated with the wires and the covering were melted. The contact smelled strong plastic fumes in the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and discovered that the cover and wires melted without warning. The contact was not notified of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension), but the vin was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 106,390.
Upon starting the2001 ford windstar van tuesday morning several of the warning lights stayed on, including the brake and abs lights.the digital odometer display changed from numbers to dashes and the speedometer remained at "0" when driving.also, theair conditioning (a/c ) stopped working.i took it to the ford dealership for repair.it took them 2 days to find the problem which turned out to be a defective cruise control deactivation switch.the service dept. Manager said we were fortunate that the van did not catch on fire.he told us that the switch had completely melted and had charred the surrounding wires.this problem is very similar to the problem which caused the massive ford recall in 2005, but ford claims that this has never been a problem in their minivans.the ford dealership did repair the damage at a cost of about $700.i did not think to ask at the time if i could have the burned switch.i would like this to go on record in case there are other vans out there with the same problem.perhaps the ford recall needs to be extended to include the windstars as well.i contacted ford by email and was told that there werecurrently no safety recalls involving thisvan.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the air conditioner, cruise control, and radio failed.the contact inspected the switch on the master cylinder and noticed that the switch for the cruise control was covered with fluid.the cruise control switch was replaced; however, the new switch also failed.he cut the wires to the switch in order to operate the vehicle.he then heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment.the lifters were replaced, but the knocking sound continued.the upper intake was replaced as well.the purchase date was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 119,000.
I have repeatedly contacted my dealer for the problems that exist with my vehicle. The brakes fail after prolonged pressure at red lights. I was told to set my parking brakes to adjust. I had two large bumps on the steering wheel. I was told that it was a broken bearing and they replaced my steering wheel and fixed the broken bearing. The new wheel has the exact same bumps. I was told not to worry about it. The air conditioner was making grinding sounds. The compressor was replaced. The enige has a ticking noise when vehicle is in gear but stopped with brake. I was tols this is the injectors and nothing was wrong. The van stalls at any speed for no reason after long periods of driving. I was told it was my alternator. Ihave had my van not long and already have a rebuilt new van. I went to the dealer and drove another van. None of the above problems were seen. I was told there is nothing that i could do but to trade in and pay mega bucks for another one. My van has been in the shop for 9 days the first time and 15 days the second time. I feel i have been wronged by the ford motor company and i should be given a vehicle that i can drive and feel safe in. I feel that the vehicle has more problems then the 1980 aerostar that i replaced with this one. Please let me know if there is anything that i can do to solve this problem. If there is nothing, then please warn others from the problems that i have encurred.
Recall 01 v 262 000/aux a/c blower motor wiring: dealer; fullenton ford; summerville, nj; phone # 908/722-2500)unable to schedule appointment no sooner thenlast week of november or sometimes in december; seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. Feel free to provide any further information.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While having thevehicle serviced for unrelated issues at an independent repairfacility, the contact was informed that the stabilizer bar on the front passenger side was corroding. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the airconditioning unit was leaking onto the stabilizer bar causing the rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 119,000.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
Noticedsmoke comingfrom the hood of vehicle.shortly after, the vehicle was in flames.*mrinvestigative report revealed that the cause of the fire was from the failure of the air conditioner lines which had been replaced prior to the fire.
I just recently brought my ford windstar (2001) to the repair shop due to some unexpected electrical malfunction. At first, both abs and brake light on the dashboard turned on then the odometer counter went blank, o/d light was constantly blinking and the air conditioning compressor will not engage.my mechanic told me about what he discovered under the dashboard, the abs mechanism damaged the electrical harness due to abs control fluid leak. I decided to look for the replacement parts on the internet due to a very costly repair and discovered that there is a lot out there having the same issues i had experienced. Luckily my vehicle did not set on fire. I am surprised that ford company never took action on this issue knowing that this could lead to a very serious accident. Kindly inform me if there is any recall from ford company regarding this problem.
Consumer states air conditioner compressor is noisy.dealer checked compressor for noise, but no problem found.
Consumer noticedany speed vehicle would stall due to anti theft device.
While drivingconsumer smelled a burning aroma. The smell was coming from inside of the vehicle. Consumer pulled over to investigate the smell, and noticed that the rear passenger door speaker was on fire. Consumer was able to put out the fire.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the air conditioner, cruise control, and radio failed.the contact inspected the switch on the master cylinder and noticed that the switch for the cruise control was covered with fluid.the cruise control switch was replaced; however, the new switch also failed.he cut the wires to the switch in order to operate the vehicle.he then heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment.the lifters were replaced, but the knocking sound continued.the upper intake was replaced as well.the purchase date was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 119,000.
On july 9, 2001, while changing a flat tire, the jack failed. It crumpled just near the apogee. I put the jack exactly where instructed. The towing service told me they had seen other jacks fail in similar ways. When i contacted the dealer, i was made to feel that i had done something wrong and there was reluctance to replace my jack. Only when i continued to complain did they put in a warranty request.
My drivers side back door will not open from the inside or outside and my passenger side back door will not open from the inside. My (abs) light will not go off. There is a cracking noise under where my front tires are on both sides.
For months, the abs light and traction control lights come on intermittently.currently the lights are staying on and it must be jumped to start.the battery was checked and was okay.something is draining the battery.
Abs warning light and brake warning light come on intermittently,when it rains ,when the weather is hot and humid,and also when it snows.
Brake and abs lights up at operating temp.computer shows several unrelated trouble codes.dealer stated a bad module.
Abs light steadily on will not turn off. Codes reads no codes: brake lights appears at will.
My abs and emergency brake lights remain on, we have fixed the part for the cruise control, but the brake lights remain on. 96,000 miles.
The brake light and abs light come on soon after start up.this indicates a malfunction in the abs braking system.ford has done nothing to correct the problem and can not identify the cause.
Abs and brake lights come on and off at different times when driven. My light system stays on all the time.please help me get it recalled.
Abs and brake lights have been off and on for years. Have had the brakes looked at many times and they are always said to be fine. Today, while driving along, the radio went off when i rolled up the window...thought that was strange so opened window....radio back on, closed window....radio off. Thankfully i was very close to home as the windows stopped opening and closing, radio shut off, odometer reading disappeared, clock lights disappeared. I made it to the driveway, turned it off and it did not turn back on. Came inside and started to search "2001 ford windstar abs and brake lights on"......i'm appalled at how many complaints i have found. Husband and friend did a check and it may be the alternator....but after what i've read we will definitely be checking for fluid in the abs control module. If it turns out it is the abs control module (after reading the numerous complaints) i will be calling ford to let them know what i think. For many, many years we let ford service our van and i swear after each service we ended up with another problem within weeks of the service. I've not had trust in our local ford dealership for a long time. Based on what i've read in the last 2 to 3 hours i am completely shocked and saddened that ford hasn't stepped up and offered to rectify this problem. I love my windstar! as long as we can be certain that it is still safe to drive we will keep it on the road. But when it is time.....we will never do business with ford again.
My brakes and abs light stays on even after repairing brakes my abs system is not working, one day while raining i try to stop my vehicle and it kept on going.
When driving a various speeds, abs and brake lights come on and stay on.
2001 ford windstar sel my brake light and abs light are on frequently . . . I notice this during and after rain or when conditions are wet outside . . . Also after i hit a bump in the road they seem to come on.my vehicle has been like this for at least a year and the dealership told me i needed new brake pads on the front. I replaced them and the problem continues to occur.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear brake lights failed to illuminate whenever the brake pedal was engaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the brake light fuse and both bulbs had to be replaced.the vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The vehicle had not been repaired the failure mileage was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact was driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle surged forward until he abruptly applied to the brakes.the failure also occurred while the contact was stopped with the brakes depressed.in addition, the brake light would intermittently illuminate while the vehicle was shut off.the vehicle was not taken to have the failures diagnosed and was not repaired.the contact stated that neither failure occurred until after the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly).the failure and current mileage was 126,000.
I own a ford windstar 2001. Concerned that the abs lights on and brake lights are always on- they will not come off and the hand brake is down.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear center brake lights would illuminate for hours at a time and would not shut off. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the failure may be due to a sensor, but he was not sure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 35mph on a street in rainy weather, the brake warning light illuminated.a bystander alerted the contact that the rear brake lights were inoperative.upon initial inspection the contact determined the rear brake wiring harness was wet and corroded from rainwater and it needed to be replaced.the dealer and manufacturer were alerted.
2001 ford windstar, abs light and brake light constantly coming on.mechanic says there are over 11 codes showing up.this is the third time i've attempted to have this problem fixed, nobody can fix it, just keeps happening.i've heard about fires occurring and am worried about the safety of my family.
My 2001 ford windstar-brake lights stay on.vehicle is in park and turned off.must pull up on the brake pedal to make the lights turn off.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear brake lights failed to illuminate whenever the brake pedal was engaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the brake light fuse and both bulbs had to be replaced.the vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The vehicle had not been repaired the failure mileage was unavailable.
My 2001 ford windstars brake lights remain on once the vehicle is in park and turned off. I must pull up on the brake pedal to make the lights turn off. I had the car serviced at a private mechanic 4 times now and the problem has not been corrected. Is there any known recalls/problems with fords brake lights??
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch in my 2001 ford windstar is faulty. This may create a fire i was informed.
Leaking of the brake pressure deactivation switch on my 2001 ford windstar causing my cruise control to malfunction and possible fire hazard.
Dt*:the contact stated the brake and tail lights will stay on while the vehicle is parked.the lights will go off temporally when the keyless entry is pressed.the dealer replaced the switch and actuator assemblies.this did not remedy the problem.
Brake pressure diff switch is leaking brake fluid on the wires under it and fuses and popping.odometer, speedometer, a/c, abs and o/d have all posted as not working.
Abs light, red brake light, trac off light illuminated in dash board.
I had new brakes put on my vehicle (all four brakes) and about two weeks after having them put on i noticed my brakes were wanting to fail.when i go to stop the brakes squeal really bad, are hard to get to stop like i am pushing on a brick (i have to put all my body weight into brakes to stop vehicle) and sometimes will keep rolling.i had the lines checked and nobody can find out what is going on with my vehicle.
In the fall of 2006 i began experiencing isolated instances where the brake lights stayed on after the release of the brake pedal.i first noticed it when the battery was dead by the end of the work day.frequency increased over the next several months.i found i could resolve the problem by lifting the pedal slightly from behind.on march 12, 2007 the problem began happening with each stop, so i removed and examined the brake light switch.it appeared to be functioning correctly.i examined its placement on the brake booster rod.the wear pattern appeared to be very slightly off-center.i reinstalled the switch, but inserted the spacer insert from the opposite side.when dissassembling, the spacer was inserted from the passenger side.when i reassembled it, i inserted it from the driver side.i have driven the car approximately 1200 miles and the problem has not returned.i have previous experience as an ase master certified mechanic.
Intermittently, the brake lights stay on after brake pedal is released.this causes 2 problems: 1. The brake lights to stay on while driving, and 2. The brake lights stay on when the vehicle is parked, thus causing the battery to discharge.
Problems with turn signals on 2001 ford windstar.*mr(nar)
While driving at low speed and turning, thevehicle stalled with out any warning. Also has problem with the steering wheel and the turn signal working intermittently.the dealer replaced the upper intakemanifold gasket and the idle air control valve, however the vehicle stalled again and the dealer replaced idle air control valve again.the power steering fluid was low.
For quite some time i felt that my left directional signal was going on all by itself after making a right turn.i not only confirmed this to be true but can make it happen after every right turn.after the steering wheel begins to turn to go straight after making a right turn, a gentle push to the left will cause the directional signal to signal left all by itself.i have an appointment with the dealer for this and many other strange things which have infected this van!i also have bubbles and dents in my tires which appears to have been caused by chains during shipping.my concern is that these tires can fail with this sort of defect.my selling dealer did not provide me with tire warranty information and the dealer i made a service appointment with doesn't have a clue who covers them!i guess i will find out on 8/2/02, the day of my appointment!.
Rear axle snapped in half with no warning as i was driving about 40 mph on a busy road. Very dangerous.
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall *tgwthe consumer stated she took the vehicle to the dealer because she received a recall letter in the mail. The dealer inspected the vehicle and informed her she would receive another letter in the mail stating when to return with the vehicle. The consumer stated she has not received a letter. The consumer stated the vehicle is emitting gas fumes.. Updated04/26/11
Frequent stalling and inconsistent engine idle, especially when car is stopped but still in gear (at traffic lights, etc).parts repaired and/or replaced include: coil wire, cam sensor, cylinder wire and fuel pump. Repeated blown fuses for fuel pump.even after repairs car still stalls when stopped and engine idle is inconsistent, worse when stopped.has been a problem with this vehicle since 2002.
Repeated failure and replacement of various parts of the electrical system including wiper motor, rear wiper motor, fuel pump, fuel pump fuses, alternator, repeated replacement of battery, repeated replacement of brake lights and light sockets and brake light switch, repeated failure and replacement of electric door locks, repeated replacement of coil wire, replacement of egr valve. Constant stalling of vehicle in rain or humid weather.vehicle stall when air conditioner is in use.rough idle and stalling when vehicle is stopped and engine is running.all of these complaints have been constant and ongoing despite repeated replacement of electrical components since delivery of the vehicle in december of 2000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact first purchased the vehicle, it shut off.the rings in the engine had to be replaced.she also heard a rumbling sound when the brake pedal was depressed.an auto repair shop stated that the brakes were operating normally; however, after much complaining, the contact had the front brakes replaced.the windshield wipers stopped working after a new windshield was installed.the vehicle was diagnosed and the motor was found to be the cause of the failure.the motor was replaced.a couple of months later, the vehicle began leaking antifreeze and was towed to a repair shop.the contact was informed that the fuel injection hoses were leaking.the leak was repaired.three weeks later, the vehicle would buck and shut off.she was informed that the catalytic converter was completely destroyed.lastly, the contact noticed an issue with the rear of the vehicle.it would fishtail or wobble while driving various speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer included in the factory warranty.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current mileage was 74,056 and failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Check engine light, codes read p0171 (lean bank 1).followed repair procedure per ford tsb 03-16-1 (replace isolator bolts and port seals under upper intake manifold).also replaced vacuum line from fuel pressure regulator to intake manifold.
Car emissions light came on. Then when filling up, gas backs up and spews out past nozzle.can't get car to accept gas.
Reoccurring engine lightcoming on after vechicle in for first courtesy service. Dealership cannot determine exact problem. So far have replaced fuel pump assembly, pressure transducer and asbly fuel vapor control. No success. Reported problem to manufacturer and awaiting a desicion from regional engineer for a possible vehicle exchange.
Car emissions light came on. Then when filling up, gas backs up and spews out past nozzle.can't get car to accept gas.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving there was a gasoline odor emitting from the vents of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over and the hood was opened for inspection.the plastic fuel line failed where the plastic line connects with the steel line.as a result, fuel sprayed onto the engine.the vehicle was towed to the dealer for replacement of the entire fuel line which corrected the problem. The intake manifold failed. Updated 06/12/06. 8jb
Smelled gasoline and found both fuel lines spraying gas at front of engine. Fuel lines appeared to have disintegrated.took car to ford dealership - don chalmers in rio rancho, nm. Dealer replaced fuel lines from tank to engine - had to be ordered from michigan. Total cost $667.03dealer retained parts.
I have repeatedly contacted my dealer for the problems that exist with my vehicle. The brakes fail after prolonged pressure at red lights. I was told to set my parking brakes to adjust. I had two large bumps on the steering wheel. I was told that it was a broken bearing and they replaced my steering wheel and fixed the broken bearing. The new wheel has the exact same bumps. I was told not to worry about it. The air conditioner was making grinding sounds. The compressor was replaced. The enige has a ticking noise when vehicle is in gear but stopped with brake. I was tols this is the injectors and nothing was wrong. The van stalls at any speed for no reason after long periods of driving. I was told it was my alternator. Ihave had my van not long and already have a rebuilt new van. I went to the dealer and drove another van. None of the above problems were seen. I was told there is nothing that i could do but to trade in and pay mega bucks for another one. My van has been in the shop for 9 days the first time and 15 days the second time. I feel i have been wronged by the ford motor company and i should be given a vehicle that i can drive and feel safe in. I feel that the vehicle has more problems then the 1980 aerostar that i replaced with this one. Please let me know if there is anything that i can do to solve this problem. If there is nothing, then please warn others from the problems that i have encurred.
When the windshield wipers are engaged they will either work for a few seconds and quit or not work at all. Dealership replaced the wiper motor twice, and the front electronic control module. But problemsstill exists.recall 01v261000was issued,but this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin.also, clunking on the front driver side at low speed or when turning left.dealership checked the vehicle and later replaced the brake rotor.starter were also replaced.*la
This is the second time i have had the van in because the check engine light came on.the first time they told me it was a faulty sensor but now they say it is a cracked seal in the fuel tank.when i asked the part's guy when i could expect the part in he told me that there was a "national backorder" on the fuel tank because ford has had to replace a lot of them.
This form was filled out two days ago and i couldn't get the form to do what i wanted.the first report on this vehicle involved a craked ceramic fitting at the top of the gas tank.this report involves a sudden and rapid loss of fuel to which the fire department said could have resulted in a fire and a subsequent explosion.please refer to my report of two days ago.thank you.
This vehicle was serviced on 7/12 and on the way home the engine light came on. I contacted the dealer and took the vehicle in for correction. Finally determined that a ceramic plug at the top of the gas tank had cracked. Needed to replace entire tank and it was.two weeks later driving and a big time gas leak developed-fire dept called and vehicle towed for repair. Fire department stated that we were lucky that there was not a fire and ensuing explosion.there was another windstar at the dealer at the same time with the same problem.
Failure in gas tank which led consumer to believe that it was a design failure.*lathe fuel pump/fuel filter assembly rubbed on the gas tank from the inside when the tank was full, which caused the gas tank to have a pin hole leak, with the leak the system was unable to pressurize, which caused the check engine light to illuminate.
Fuel filler vent is clogged, resulting in fuel overflowing when filling with gasoline.it can take up to 30 minutes to fill the tank.
While filling the gas tank, the nozzle turns off,the gas backs up and leaks out.it can take up to a half hour to fill the tank.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
1)2001 windstar minivan stalled at low idle while making a turn.2)driver nearly wrecked due to loss of power.vehicle stalled several more times while moving before repair was done.3)dealer diagnosed problem as bad fuel intake gaskets which were replaced.problem persisted until iac valve was cleaned.my conclusion is that the iac valve is to blamed, and could cause accidents due to loss of power while driving.
Brakes continually have failed causing accidents. Pedal goes all the way to the floor before and after new brake pads and bring bled.throttle idle sensor causes vehicle to stall while driving. Abs light and brake light and check engine light keeps coming on. Now they just stay on. I need to know what,if any recalls have been repaired or any options that may be available.
We had our left rear tire blow out and it tore off our fuel filler pipe. I imagine this could be extremely dangerous if the rim had sparked it could have caught fire.
Replaced fuel pump and gas gauge is showing empty when there is 10 gallons of gas in the tank.i have tried to reset it but that doesn't work. Please recall this and fix them. I do a lot of traveling and i do not want to take the chance of running out of gas.
These lights stay on even after repairs are done. They go off for a couple days and then come back on. This has been going on for at least 2 years. I also have electrical problem with my speedometer and gauges. I also have been having a problem with my fuel vacuum causing the gas to spill out when pumping and tank is not full.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
The dome, and door lights came on unexpectedly and impaired consumer's vision.
Interior lights flash on and off very fast with key out and doors open. Will this be a bigger problemin the future and why should i pay for this problem to be corrected.
My 2001 ford windstar has broken through 2 rear axles! also the interior lights blink on and off as i am driving and sometimes come on and stay on and while turned off will sometimes drain the battery and the headlights and hazard lights will blink on and off and the horn will beep. Also at times my power windows will not function.
Repeated failure and replacement of various parts of the electrical system including wiper motor, rear wiper motor, fuel pump, fuel pump fuses, alternator, repeated replacement of battery, repeated replacement of brake lights and light sockets and brake light switch, repeated failure and replacement of electric door locks, repeated replacement of coil wire, replacement of egr valve. Constant stalling of vehicle in rain or humid weather.vehicle stall when air conditioner is in use.rough idle and stalling when vehicle is stopped and engine is running.all of these complaints have been constant and ongoing despite repeated replacement of electrical components since delivery of the vehicle in december of 2000.
Interior door latch on passenger side loading door is broken. Door cannot be opened from the inside to release passengers from rear section of the vehicle.
I have had problems with my 2001 windstar passenger rear automatic door since the day i bought the car brand new.the door would constantly close and reopen.i have had it checked at least 3 times for this problem.most recently the door would not close all the way and has been rattling.the problem now is the door has closed and locked and will not open.my ford dealer needs to pry it open with some device just to check the problem.minimum cost for this is $250.00.i cannot drive this vehicle with a jammed door because i have two small children.if i ever needed to get them out in an emergency i would not be able to. I have contacted ford motor company to see if there has been any recalls of this nature.ford did not acknowledge this problem and dismissed it and me.i think ford should investigate this further and i think they should be responsible to fix the problem for free. An automatic door malfunctioning seems like a recall situation to me even if there is only one person whom its happened to so far there may be others.
My 2001 windstar had been making a scrunching noise each time i went off a curb.i took it to a tire place as that's when i found the crack in the axle in august 2010.the tire dealer didn't make that kind of repair so i call ford dealership who told me to bring the car in and that a recall had just been issued.my car sat for six months.on 1/26/2011 the dealer called and said my axle had been repaired and that i could pick the car up.i couldn't pick it up that day. On 1/27/11 i heard the news state a new recall and i looked it up.turns out my car is involved in that recall too.i went to the dealer and i communicated to them that i do not want that vehicle back under any circumstances.the abs light has been malfunctioning for three years or more.since i got the vehicle i hadmany problems with sensors and i have had to replace the transmission after having only around 78,000 miles on the vehicle.i completed all maintenance on my vehicle as suggested by ford, yet i have had so many problems.i called ford on 1/27 and told them i do not want the vehicle back.they said a buy back isn't being offered for this recall at this time.it may be offered when the letter is distributed.i still do not want this vehicle back.i have three children and i cannot trust that this vehicle is safe.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
The passenger sliding door will not unlock, and once it locks you can not even pull the lock up trapping the people in the back.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the passenger side sliding door opened as far as the lock would allow.the dealership determined the alignment was off, after realigning the door, the problem persisted.the door had to opened manually to get inside the vehicle.also, while parked on an incline the same door slammed shut, the dealership was not alerted.
Dt:contact states the automatic door on her vehicle will not stay closed.the door is located on the rear driver's side of the vehicle.while driving, the door will come open.she tried locking the door to keep it closed, but this does not work.the dealer installed a new part, but it did not correct the problem.the manufacturer is aware of the problem and is trying to find a remedy to the defect. Updated 10/31/2006 - after several attempts to fix the door the dealer told the consumer they were unable to fix the problem.the dealer said they would contact a ford engineer to see if the problem could be resolved. The vehicle's check engine light illuminated.the dealer replaced the dpfe sensor
Power sliding doors on my 2001 ford windstar either pop open or jam closed.when jammed, the door is neither locked or unlocked and will not release from the inside or outside.luckily, this was discovered before serious incident.i can only imagine if there were an emergency and i could not get to my children in the back seat via either sliding door.
A 5 year old child got his arm caught in sliding door. Consumer was unable to open the door from the inside of the vehicle.consumer had to kick and pound the door to get it open. Consumer finally got the door opened but not by the handle.manufacturer was contacted.
Since about two months after receiving the vehicle, the passenger side power sliding door has repeatedly malfunctioned.there are three separate problems.the first and most common is that the door will close, only to instantly open again.any of the three buttons used to close the door automatically cause the same problem.on these occasions, if we attempt to close the door manually, it will not latch at all.usually after 20+ attempts the door will latch properly.slightly less common is the second problem, when the door will refuse to unlock.the lock button can't be pulled up, and the buttons on the key fob or door will not unlock the door.again, this problem only pertains to the passenger sliding door.the third and most recent problem is that, on half a dozen or so occasions, the door has spontaneously opened while the vehicle is moving.the most recent occasion was when the vehicle was exiting a highway and traveling at about 35 mph, in approximately 25 degree weather, with an infant in the seat by the door.on these occasions the door will also exhibit the first noted problem, refusal to remain closed.two ford dealerships have made the repairs authorized under warranty, but beyond that have stonewalled.one dealership referred the problem to the "regional rep", but there has been no resolution of the problem.
The psd on our 2001 ford windstar opened while driving the vehicle with our two small children in the back seat. With the car off, parked and children in their seats, my wife closed the psd with door button in post. Door would not activate. After several pushes on the outside handle, the door closed with power and engaged. After driving several minutes the driver side psd tried to open while she was driving the vehicle. The door opened half way. My wife push the door button on the ceilingand it began to close again. Then it closed and reversed 3 to 4 inches and closed again. Then it repeated the 3 to 4 inchesclosed and could not be operated. It stayed closed until she reached her destination (10 mins). When she stopped the passenger psd opened on its own. The drivers psd would not open at all power or manual. The children left the van through the passenger psd. We took the car to ford the next day. They replaced the door switches and contact pads and the power door lock motor on the stuck driver side slider door. The car was outside of warranty (57,000) and we paid $556.44 for the repairs. By sept 12, the driver side power sliding door was opening again by itself, this time while it was in a park mode. We returned the car to ford, they could not determine a problem and suggested replacing the sliding door hinge, they thought they saw wear. But they could not say if this would solve the problem. We did not complete the second repair ($250) since it wasa guess. We have the parts replaced for the recent repair. The doors worked poorly since we first bought the car. These included two warranty services for the same issue of psd opening on their own or not closing on 6/20/2003 and 9/12/2003. With the first ford replaced the b-pillar switches and the second could not diagnose a problem.since ford has again been unable to find a problem on 9/12/2005 and we are nervous about it occurring again with the children being hurt or falling out while the vehicle is moving.
The 2001 ford windstar door open indicator symbol on the dash is constantly on.all doors are closed.in the beginning the interior lights would come on and go off, door open bell would chime, and doors wouldlock and unlock while driving.now the indicator symbol on dash stays on and interior lights are not working when you open the doors and doors do not lock automatically when driving off.problem cannot be located.
We have a 01 ford windstar limited with automatic doors, with safety sensors.the drivers side door was working intermittently, not always opening and closing with the buttons.my 3yr old daughter reached in the van to get a toy and the door closed on her arm,(without anyone touching a button to close the door) the door eventually opened.the injury consisted of broken skin and a severe bruise on the outer and the inner side of the arm.the van was still covered by extended warranty and four parts were replaced:1.contr asy bdy s2.sensor asy - ac3.r/contr & lat a4.actu asy - bdy sdthe door is still having problems opening all of the time.the ford dealership cannot find a problem with it.
2001 ford windstar - driver's side sliding door unlatches without warning. Both while in motion and/or parked. Two times i came out to my car in the morning and found that my battery was dead because the sliding door unlatched in the middle of the night and the interior lights were on, for how long i do not know. I have brought the vehicle into the dealership 4 times already for this very important safety issue (problem) and they say it doesn't happen with them but they adjust the door and it continues to happen with me. I have contacted ford's customer relations and they just keep telling me to bring it to the dealership service center. It seems to happen mostly when i use the overhead console button or the button near the door iteself when closing it.
Sliding passenger door has opened by itself on a couple of different occasions. The driver's side sliding door does not always shut properly. Will not close completely. Have taken the car to dealer for repairs and they say they have fixed it. Still have problem occasionally.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning driver's side sliding door came open.
Consumer stated the power doors locked on their own. Consumer was concerned thatin an emergency they will be trapped inside .the transmission was difficult to move from park.once it was pulled out of park it made a loud bang.
Automatic sliding doors. Upon pressing the button to close the automatic door it does not close completely. Consumer has to push the door from the outside to close it completely. Tookvehicle to dealerfor repairs. However, the dealer had done nothing ,but put a band aid on it. The problem still exists.*tc
We have had a continual problem keeping our passenger side sliding door to stay open when the van is parked on even the slightest of an incline. We have even switched our child's car seat to the driver's side because of this issue.
The abs light and brake light on dash come on in my 2001 ford windstar. I had the brakes checked out by my mechanic. Can't find a reason why. Lights still keep coming on.
Went to dealer got recall fix and they found abs totally fried the said it's not cover and will run about 2,500 to fix with no guarantee due to not having wire harness anymore ...
Abs and emergency brake light comes on at the same time while driving in the summer time. It doesn't happen at all in the dead of winter.
2001 ford windstar has abs warning light combined with emergency brake engaged light causing intermittent warnings.the vehicle has appx 145k miles on it currently.have been experiencing dash warning lights that warn me that my abs system is not working correctly.new brakes, inspection and cleaning. Recently but problem persists.have not been able to determine the conditions that lead up the warning errors.based on research through the internet, conversations with local mechanics and other windstar owners, this problem is not only common but becoming anticipated.it's also my understanding that when the abs light is illuminated the abs system is non functional and my braking ability is compromised.various sources point to a fault in the monitoring system through the design of particular components and repair/replacement is running around $600.it seems clear there was a design flaw in the brake system that is leading to my family's safety being compromised by not having the abs functioning correctly.
Abs brake light, brake and trac off light turn on intermittently.
My 2001 ford windstarabs emergency parking brake and over drive ,speedometer , van caught a minor fire , had the abs module changed when it had warrantystill had problems reported it to ford two years ago before the recall fixed again out of pocket. This time need to take action.
Abs light on 2001 ford windstar stays on & all odometer functions & radio cease operation & freeze in place!
Vehicle makes a grinding noise on the front passenger side. While turning as well as a hissing noise/clicking noise.also my abs light and emergency brake light are always onand they never turn off.
Abs light and brake light on dashboard coming on at the same time.this is intermittent and usually disappears next time the car is started.this started happening after the brake pressure differential deactivation switch (scds) was replaced due to recall.the dealer said that there was brake fluid leakage at this switch when it was replaced.
Abs & brake lights on intermittently. This happens mostly when outside temperature is above 24c.checked, but the scanner didn't show any of the codes? the mechanic said could be the malfunction of the computer? the problem not fixed because replacing the computer is too expensive and the brake would function ok without abs.
Just bought 2001 ford windstar and in couple days the abs light and break light comes on while driving.took to shop come up with code: c1185.lights will goes off when turn ignition off and restart.but after driving for a bit lights come back on.don't know what's really happen.
This is a 2001 vehicle.after warrnaty expired we have invested almost $2000 in repairs and things continue to break.
I own a 2001 ford windstar and the abs light keeps coming on and disabling the abs system and the parking brake light comes on.is there a recall on this?
I was driving my van down the road at about thirty five. Heard a loud thunk and realized i was not accelerating anymore. The van stopped almost immediately after. Called a tow truck because i thought it was the transmission. After evaluating the damage we realized that the frame had broken where the wheel stabilizer arm mounts to the frame on the passenger side. Also my passenger drive shaft pulled out from the transmission.so in this repair it is going to take a sub frame. And the half shafts from transmission to wheel.
Had recall work done10/30/11 preventative repairs failed.rear axle split while driving.
Stopped to get my oil changed, they showed me where the entire right front subframe has rusted away making my windstar unsafe to drive. I looked online and found this is an ongoing problem with this model withof these having the same problem with the passenger side right front. This can cause you to loose steering control or in an extreme the engine to fall out going down the highway, ford recalled the same problem on the rear axel,,why not fix the front also. I live in arkansan but bought the windstorm from a person in missouri wherei see ford list as a state with a rust problem but doing nothing to fix it.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign id number: 12v193000 (power train). The contact was advised that there was additional rust on the transmission mount and the front driver's side corner of the under carriage. The manufacture was not notified of the failure. The current and failure mileage was 96,000.
Rear axle broke while driving even though recall brackets were properly replaced. This issue could cause death or severe injury. Luckily for us, we were just turning a corner on the way to the store. Ford will not help with financial costs due "extended warranty having expired in oct of 2016". People still driving these vehicles should be made aware that unless you've had this completely replaced, and really that's no guarantee,this could still occur while you are driving.
While driving with my three small children, the rear axle of my van broke. I was going at a minimal rate of speed and was able to pull over without injury. This vehicle has been subject to numerous recalls, several of which have included corrosion of the subframe and axle. Our local ford dealership is telling me that i may be responsible for payment for repair of the recalled product. However, i do not feel safe driving this vehicle anymore. They have stated that they will repair the damaged part with the same rear axle that has been recalled numerous times. This is not a remedy. I am trying to get them to consider a trade-in or product buy-back. If they will not, i will be leaving a signed statement with new south ford (meridian, ms) stating that i do not feel comfortable driving the vehicle off the lot due to the risk of rear axle corrosion/failure.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the rear of the vehicle failed to stay in position. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the rear driver side tire tilted inwards. In addition, the contact stated that while attempting to reverse after inspecting the vehicle, theaxle fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was aware of nhtsa campaign number: 12v193000 (power train ) however, the vin was not included.the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,361.
Rear axle broke in half while driving causing a roll over accident.
Rear axle snapped in half with no warning as i was driving about 40 mph on a busy road. Very dangerous.
My daughter was driving the windstar at approximately 20 mph when she heard a noise and felt something break and she was unable to steer the vehicle and she was able to get the vehicle stopped. She exited the vehicle to see if she could see what the problem was. She noticed both front wheels were pointing in different directions.this vehicle was recalled in 2011 to have brackets placed to support the subframe.the vehicle was towed to a local garage. Upon inspection it was determined that the passengers side lower control arm had pulled out of the subframe.
2001 ford windstar 150,000 miles, driving on highway approx. 55 miles per hour, vehicle starting swaying then heard a load crash and a lot of smoke coming from under vehicle, thought it was a blow out. Pulled on to a side road both rear tires were bowed in and rear axle had split.
When driving van in hot weather or going up steep hills or grades the transmission will start leaking out transmission fluid. Enough will be coming out to create a visible cloud of smoke behind the vehicle as it is hitting the exhaust system. Had new trans axle seal installed but the problem still is there. If you park the van for about 45 minutes it quits leaking and you can proceed. For some reason the fluid gets so hot it is basically boiling out of the transmission.
There was a problem with the transmission which required the vehicle to be pulled to the side of the road and towed to a dealer for service.the van only has 105,000 miles on it and has had regularly scheduled maintenance.after having a couple transmission places look at it, the problem was determined to be internal and the transmission needed to be replaced.at the same time that i had my van into the transmission shop there were 3 or 4 other ford windstars in for similar problems.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
Stopped at a stop sign, pressed the gas and nothing happened as if the van had been put in neutral. The transmission has failed. None of the gears will engage. Through my own research i've found numerous complaints with the ford windstar transmission and still no recall. The company should be held accountable. They will fix a small inexpensive censor but not the transmission.
While driving axle broke on van while going down alley. Contacted ford motor company end result they say reinike ford a dealership in lima, ohio replaced the faulty support brackets in 2011. Which was a recall on van. While all along dealership wasn't telling me they did the recall work. I feel this needs to be addressed before someone losses there life. Which there were drivers that have lost there life and many seriously hurt because of the same issue. Ford has put there recall out. But something needs done with the dealer.
The front right axel broke, i didn't have an accident nor did i run it into a ditch. The frame has cracked, its where the axle and the frame meet. It's a 2001 and yes, it's an old vehicle, but its the only transportation i can afford right now. If i can take it to a ford dealership to be repaired i would.some how, i believe their is a god.
Abs light is o in my 2001 ford windstar even after the recall in 2009 for abs ecm failure - abs brake light.the light continues to stay on for the past year almost and it is causing other defects in my vehicle. My vehicle will shut down on me completely and nothing in my vehicle will work until i get a jump ad it is causing issues with my brake system and transmission!
While driving 2001 ford windstar on a 1-hour trip toward home, i noticed the back wheels fish tailing that occurred in every rough spot in the road.i immediately thought the tire was going flat and pulled over to check it.since the tires visually looked fine, i drove to the next exit to a gas station and checked the tire air pressure and found it was at proper levels.i was still unsure what could cause the "fish tailing" or "hydroplaning" feeling, yet i was able to make it the rest of the way home without a major accident; although my car kept "fishtailing"..the next morning, my husband took the windstar to a service mechanic to inspect the tires. What he found was a rear axle that was "rusted from the inside out" about 3/4 of the way.the mechanic's initial estimate is $1000 (for replacement of new axle and labor).we are relieved that the rear axle didn't break while we were driving as the car could have flipped and killed all of us. What could cause corrosion on the inside? the rear axle should be made to never corrode or break under normal road driving conditions. After researching on the internet, i have found other 8 year old, same make/model windstar owners reporting the same conditions.this is an unsafe part especially noting that people are keeping their cars longer due to economy.ford should own up to this part failure and recall and replace this part at no charge to the owners immediately!
I bought this car used 1 yr and 8 months ago .. Haven't had any major problems with it.we received the recall for the rear axle, they checked it out was fine, we never received this last recall in 2011 but it may have helped if we did. On dec 2 i was pulling out of a school, was at a complete stop then started pulling out to take a right only going about 5 mph we heard a bang (something fell in the front end) then the car just took over, there was no steering, the throttle stuck took us from 5 mph to about 30 mph in like 3 seconds crossing 4 lanes of traffic and just missing 2 vehicles, i crashed into a sign, 2 fences and a tree which made us stop, there was this awful sound that was getting faster and faster, we jumped out of the car because we thought it was going to blow up!!!everything that is in the front end is laying on the ground!! this is very dangerous and i am outraged that something like this could happen.if my husband and i hadn't gone anywhere that night, i would have had my 3 small children in it the next morning!!i am so thankful that we were not hurt (except for emotionally) and that we also didn't hurt anyone else .. If those cars were 1 second earlier we would have smashed into those cars that were going about 50 mph .. Wouldn't have a been a very good outcome!!! now waiting to see what will happen with the van, if it is fixed i will not get in it ever again!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of an unknown recall regarding the rear axle. The contact took the vehicle to blackwell ford inc (41001 plymouth rd, plymouth, mi 48170; 734-453-1100) where it was determined that a repair was not needed. The recall was deemed completed. Approximately two years after the recall, the vehicle underwent routine inspection and it was diagnosed that the rear axle fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who informed the contact that, due to the vehicle passing inspection for the recall, they were unable to provide the repair. The approximate failure mileage was 113,628.
While driving the vehicle at highway speeds, i heard a crunching sound in the rear of the vehicle.the vehicle then began to sway on the road.i had to slow my speeds and pull over at a safe spot, which was a parking lot to inspect what the issue was.after inspection, i noted the passenger rear tire was at an angle with the top of the tire inward touching the frame.i took the vehicle to the closest repair shop where i found from their inspection that the axle was broke and the vehicle was not driveable.my vehicle was part of the ford windstar axle recall, which was serviced by the local ford dealer in 2012.this vehicle had the reinforcements added to the axle in 2012.the axle broke between the reinforced plates welded to the axle during the recall check.now after towing the vehicle back to the local ford dealer for inspection, i find out that ford will not stand behind the issue and not repair or replace the axle due to the length of time from the recall. I feel lucky that i was able to maintain control of the vehicle when the axle broke.
Rear axle of 2001 windstar broke in half.
Rear axlethe rear axle on my windstar broke yesterday on the left side outside of the support bracket installed by the dealer for the 2011 recall.i was driving down the road at approximately 45 mph when i noticed the tire rubbing on the frame.i got the car to the dealership (betten ford in grand rapids, mi) who advised they would not repair the car unless i paid for the repair as the bracket held and the axle broke in a different location.ford customer support advised the same thing.
This 2001 ford windstar minivan was towed to a garage for unrelated malfunction (overheating). Mechanic told us that the rear axle hada hole in it and was unsafe to drive. This minivan had been serviced at a ford dealership for a recall for a possible crack in the rear axle and rechecked shortly before this incident.obviously the recall did not fix the problemthis was the second minivan to which we had this happen. The other was a 1998 ford windstar.we were told in january 2013 that this rear axle was cracked and undriveable. This vehicle too had been recalled and taken in.we had the 2001 minivan checked in january because of the problem with the 1998 and it was still found to be cracked in march.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle decelerated and failed to pick up speed. The contact merged to the side of the road and turned it off. The vehicle was restarted, but the speed would not increase past 5 mph. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the transmission had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate mileage was 136,000.
Recall rear axle cracks.i took my ford 2001 windstar for 3rd recall and learned that i have cracks in my axle.ford dealer and customer services said that the offer f discounted replacement expired on october 30th 2016 where i need to pay full price to fix it. We cannot afford to pay and why is consumer paying for defective parts which was the original recall where deaths occurred?instead of replacing the parts, ford was allowed to put brackets to hold up the axle.the defect is still there and now consumer are driving unsafe and when realized of situation, a substantial cost by the consumer to correct ford's negligence.why it is allow and what can be done for working folks who cannot replace new cars.we took a lot of care of our car so we can have a car.why is ford not responsible to correct their problem at no cost to the consumer?
Was riding on the highway when my car just stopped and seen transmission oil everywhere on the floor an now van wont move but turn on.
Had the 2011 rear axle recall performed by ford in 2011.they inspected the rear axle and installed the support brackets.now my rear axle is cracked.i contacted the dealership where i had the recall performed who confirmed they had performed the recall but denied any further responsibility and told me to contact ford.i have contacted ford and spoke with both a customer service rep and her supervisor who both advised ford is only responsible for the first 12 months or 12,000 miles since the recall was performed.i feel the repair was not sufficient to prevent additional cracking of the axle and they should fix/replace the axle.
On sunday july 8th, 2012 i was driving my 2001 ford windstar i stopped at a light and as the light changed i began driving and then heard a loud noise,my wheels began to squeel and pull all over and my van came to a complete stop in the road and would not move.. The front passenger side wheel was turned outward but my wheel was straight.thank god i was not on an expressway or highway with all my kids in the vehicle.. I called a tow truck the driver inspected it and said something underneath the front frame had snapped off.. So today i had it towed into a ford dealer to find out it is a new recall how can these windstar vans have so many frame and axle issues and be safe to drive exspecially with all these brackets they are having to put on them for the recalls.. If i was on an expressway me and my son would of been hurt badly if not killed.. Not to mention if i would of hit someone else i could of injured others too..i will never trust another windstar with my family this is crazy..it is the subframe front lower control arm rear attaching flages completely broke/snapped off while i was driving down a basic 40 mph road..when it broke it messed up the underneath of my vehicle it ripped the drive shaft right out of the transmission.. And who knows what else is damaged now.. People need to know about this now before someone is seriously hurt..
The minivan is equipped with a button on the gear shift. This button enables you to shift out of overdrive when you do not want the vehicle to be in overdrive mode. About this time the fuse in the fuse box would blow. Replaced the fuse a number of times but the problem is still there. The fuse may last for 5 to 10 miles and then it would blow. Tried a larger amp fuse but it would also blow. Transmission will leave the overdrive only if you accelerate going up a hill.
Driving home i heard a thud and my 2001 ford windstar spun off the road.turns out the axle cracked in half and almost killed me.towed the car into the ford dealership and even though there is an open safety recall on my windstar and ford knows of thousand of axle problems they said that it is not covered.ford's way of getting put of it even though my brothers 2003 windstar axle failed and yet ford covered that one.this is not right.they know there axles are bad and have had three safety recalls on these axles.
Cpsc#i1360214a. 2001 ford windstar. Consumer stated she took her car in for a recall on the axle and was told everything was fine. Three weeks later she was driving and the car started sounding odd. Consumer pulled over an her tire was leaning in, because the axle had snapped. *lnthe dealer informed the consumer they would not repair the vehicle under the recall, because they placed on brackets on the axle, two years prior. The dealer stated they had complied with the recall.
1. Vibration in steering wheel.2. Rear axel broke in 2 places on the new jersey turnpike. The car veered uncontrollably almost causing a serious accident.3. The car was towed 90 miles to our local service station where axel was replaced with a used part.
Transmission.
My vehicle was manufactured in 2001. There was a recall put out for the suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly. In 2011, according to sunset ford dealership (where i took it for axle repair and was denied) the recall was remedied in 2011. However, as stated along with the recall notice, the time that the brackets were mis installed caused damage to the rear axle, corrosion and fracturing. This is exactly what is happening to my vehicle right now and the dealership along with ford corporate is saying this axle repair will be fully at my cost. According to their automated recall phone information, up until 2016 they were offering to replace the axle for $300 ( a discounted rate) for customers affected. I do not at all feel i should be responsible for this repair. I contacted ford corporate a few times now and have been told no its not their fault. I was also told by sunset ford, that i would need to pay them $140 an hour for them to diagnose it and tell me specifically what is wrong. It has already been there once to check the recall where they took pictures ( included) and sent them to ford corporate where i was told no they will not fix it unless i pay for it. This repair should be fully covered and i need help getting ford to agree.
While backing out from a parking space, the passenger side lower control arm mount separated from the subframe due to extensive corrosion.the front passenger wheel was turned outwardly and the right half shaft was disengaged from thedifferential. While researching this issue on the internet, i realized the subframe should last longer than the life of the vehicle. Fortunately for some it has been detected while in a repair shop for some other reason such as brakes, alignment or other front end work. Unfortunately for others it has been discovered by malfunctioning to the point of breaking and causing other structural/mechanical damage, as well as personal injury. I would like to believe that ford stands behind its product and is willing to issue a recall for repair.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, the contact smelled a burning odor. The contact stopped the vehicle and after exiting and inspecting under the hood, the contact noticed that the smell was coming from the transmission fluid. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.
Me and my family were on our way to new york for vacation. Maybe about an hour into driving me and my husband started to smell something burning so i pulled off the high way and little do we know mg van was up in smoke we checked our oil that was good but i told my husband to check the transmission. Fluid and it was empty but before we left we had the right amount of transmission fluid in the van. We had to add about 5 or 6 quarts of fluid in order for the van to switch from reverse to drive we were able to make to sn auto part store they tested the van on there computer everything passed except the torque converter.
I heard a squeaking noise in my vehicle,i took it to local garage for inspection of problem they found my rear axel is about one inch from snapping in half. I then called a few other local places that fix these type of problems and found out that this is a recurring problem with this vehicle and that it has been reported many times. I then checked to see if there was a recall on the rear axel and found that ford has done nothing about this. I did a search on the web on this vehicle and found several stories just like mine only some more severe where accidents have been caused from this same break in the rear axel. I am still in the process of getting this fixed.i will need to replace my rear axel it can't be welded for safety purposes. This problem is very serious and needs immediate attention. My family and i have escaped serious injury but how many more complaints need to be made before something is done.
We took a 300 mile trip to chicago in our windstar that wejust purchasedless than 2 months previously. While we were out of town, the van started acting up. When we would take off from a stop, the van would jerk and bounce like maybe the brakes were locked. We stopped driving it while we were up there until we had to leave. On our drive home, we were about 100 miles from home theo/d light came on. Then a little later, i noticed some type of liquid coming out the back. We tried to get home but at 90 miles from home the van totally quit moving. We were able to coast to the side of the road. Under the van was a large puddle of transmission fluid. After having it towed home ($240) we took it to a transmission shop. They had to replace a front seal and torque converter ($950). I'm filing this complaint because i have seen on the internet where the transmission seems to be a problem with the windstar.now the brake light and abs light come on occasionally and won't go off until it's turned off and restarted.this also seems to a big problem with the windstars. I haven't taken it in for that yet but dreading it.this is a very nice vehicle and i am rather disappointed in it.
Ford windstar seems to be a good vehicle at first. With age numerous problems continue to happen. Service shops regard problems as common for a ford windstar.i think ford ignores the problems.my husband and i are loyal ford owners, i don't know how much longer we will continue. Currentlythe abs& brake lights are on. Transmission leaked out all of the fluid while driving, had to rebuild trans.speedometer doesn't work properly when brake lights are on. Engine light is on, numerous codes forthis problem.
Rear axle cracked while driving, this is the second axle that broke for this van
On a recent road trip, i noticed the transmission jumping from high gear to low gear.i took it to a ford dealer and was told the transmission needed replacement at a cost of over 1400.00.i bought my windstar new and it only has 32,000 miles on it.i have always owned fords and was looking at a fusion for my next vehicle. However, i think i will see what chevy has to offer.
I have a 2001 ford windstar with 45,000 miles.our transmission failed with a complete rebuild to be done.2,100.00.my biggest complaint is that ford's dealership was not willing to help us in getting a loaner car and with only 45,000 miles, you would think that these should not be failing so soon.
2001 ford windstar. I took it to the dealership to have some safety recalls done. A few days later i was driving along and smoke started boiling out from under the hood so i pulled over and by the time i got stopped and got the kids out safely it quit smoking. I raised the hood and could see some burned wiring under the brake master cylinder. We got back in and drove on then the transmission started shifting wrong and the brake pedal didn't feel right,it felt spongy. I took it to my mechanic who is ase master and ford senior master certified. He replaced the trans range sensor and told me that the fire was caused by a defective cruise control deactivation switch leaking brake fluid.he replaced the switch and advised me to take it back to the dealer and have them do the recall which is what they were supposed to have done in the first place. He said that it also had a damaged abs module and wiring and that was part of the recall.i called them and they said they only did the rear axle recall that was on the letter i got from ford. My mechanic said that they were required by law to complete all safety recalls while it was in their possession. I am going to take it back but i'm afraid to drive it cause it hardly has any brakes. My mechanics said it was because all the brake fluid leaked out of the switch and got air in the lines.
Golf mill ford dealership induced transmission failure. Vehicle taken in for a recall and the dealership recommended a transmission flush, injector flush, throttle body service,power steering flush and fuel filter. On feb.19, 2004 had a transmisson flush and throttle body serviced at golf mill ford.it was never written or verbally told to me that i had any transmission problems prior to this service.after having this service i experienced a number of problems on the way home. The car ran rough, it hesitated will stopping a stop light, there was a mist that came from the front vent, the car started but then quickly cut off, and lastly when i went start the car i could hear a loud whosh sound which scared me.on feb 26, 2004,i took the car back to gold mill ford where i did inform them of all the problems i was having. After inspecting the car they stated nothing was wrong. The car was safe to drive.on march 1, 2004, while on the road i noticed fluid was leaking from the car. I went to a ray skillman ford dealership in grenwood indiana they stated that there was a leak around transmission seal & the pan was not tighted properly. Tony at ray skillman ford also stated that golf mill did not place enough transmission fliud in the van.golf mill ford instructed tony to put some liquid transmission sealer in transmission & send us on our way. At the time tony told us he did not feel comfortable with doing so. Golf mill felt as though they did nothing wrong. However after waiting eight hours at the dealership tony descided to put the sealer in because he did not want to keep us any longer. After leaving indiana, 4:oo am on march 2, 2004 the car stopped on the highway. The car had to be towed 600 miles at my expense. I have contacted the ford motor customer care and golf mill ford, they feel that because i am not in warranty that there is nothing that they are going to do. It has been two months and i am paying for a car i can not drive.
Transmission failed at 58,000 miles (mostly highway miles).$3000 to replace.i only had windstar for 2 years.purchased in nov. 2002 with 11,000 miles on it.power door locks have failed to lock since purchase.they must be manually pushed down ($300 to fix).
While driving, and uponupon coming to a stop on an incline car rolls backward very freely, when on steep incline car rolls backward as if it is in neutral. Contacted manufacturer.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving at various speeds there was a noise coming from the front end.as the vehicle accelerated the noise increased.upon inspection the dealership found the differential unit needed replaced.the dealership determined the transmission normally does not need preventive maintenance at such a low mileage.the repairs have not been made.
Our 2001 ford windstar's transmission stopped working in the middle of a road.the warning light came on only moments before and said "check transmission".my concern is two fold.first, their was not adequate time to respond when the "check transmission" light appeared and the vehicle broke down.luckily my wife was just pulling out of a parking lot onto a side street and was going at a low rate of speed.secondly, the van has only 55,000 miles and the transmission malfunctioned. This is not the norm for a vehicle that is regularly maintained.
Consumer had difficulty shiftingfrom park to drive.vehicle was taken to an independent transmission shop where the mechanic found excessive metal in the pan and on the magnet. Mechanic suggested removal of the transmission for inspection.
While driving at 60 mph the engine revved the automatic transmission suddenly failed.the dealer replaced the transmission at the owner's expense.please provide any additional information.
The transmission made a grind noise and engaged and slammed into my garage. While my foot was on the brake. And now the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle jerked forward when the gear was shifted to drive. Please provide more information.
We purchased our 2001 ford windstar with approximately 24,000 miles on it.one week after we purchased the van the indicator light for the air bags would not go off.we took the van to the dealer and they fixed the problem.shortly after that incident the rear heat and a/c would not operate.we took the van to the local dealer again and they repaired the problem under warranty.a few weeks after that the check engine light came on and they tried to fix it but it came back on.they charged us for that visit. The check engine light is still on we now have around 70,000 miles on the van.when the van had accumulated about 35,000 miles the transmission started shuddering.the van would shake all over during driving.recently i had to have the transmission replaced.there is a leak around the passenger door on the left side of the van.there is a clicking noise when i brake that no one seems to know what it is or how to fix it.now there is a loud humming noise coming from the automatic power steering fluid pump.it is so loud that it can be heard even when the radio is turned on.it used to be loud when i turned a corner or onto another street but now it is loud when i am sitting at a stop light.when we first purchased the van there was a foul odor coming from the venting system.i asked the service tech at the local dealership about this but he did not know why this was happening.we still have an odor even after changing the filter twice for the vent system. We are very unhappy with our purchase and would never consider buying another windstar.
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
My 2001 windstar had been making a scrunching noise each time i went off a curb.i took it to a tire place as that's when i found the crack in the axle in august 2010.the tire dealer didn't make that kind of repair so i call ford dealership who told me to bring the car in and that a recall had just been issued.my car sat for six months.on 1/26/2011 the dealer called and said my axle had been repaired and that i could pick the car up.i couldn't pick it up that day. On 1/27/11 i heard the news state a new recall and i looked it up.turns out my car is involved in that recall too.i went to the dealer and i communicated to them that i do not want that vehicle back under any circumstances.the abs light has been malfunctioning for three years or more.since i got the vehicle i hadmany problems with sensors and i have had to replace the transmission after having only around 78,000 miles on the vehicle.i completed all maintenance on my vehicle as suggested by ford, yet i have had so many problems.i called ford on 1/27 and told them i do not want the vehicle back.they said a buy back isn't being offered for this recall at this time.it may be offered when the letter is distributed.i still do not want this vehicle back.i have three children and i cannot trust that this vehicle is safe.
While on vacation this past week,my wife, kids (5), and myself, the transmission went out with warning nor were there any symptoms to indicate that our family vehicle would leave us stranded on our first family vacation. We purchased a 2001 windstar sel from university ford in durham, nc. We purchased the extended warranty for $1500, and just when the vehicle barely surpassed the 'expiration date', the transmission, just suddenly quit. My wife and son were exchanging sandals at the local beach shop, and when she returned to the van, and tried to move it, there was no gear at all.......just park and neutral, (the two 'no' gears). They walked 3 miles in 90 degree weather back to our 'place'. I have called the university ford, and since my warranty was out by less than 2500 miles, i am stuck. The vehicle has less than 78,000 miles on it, and has been serviced from the very first day we have owned it. It was bought 'slightly used', only to be driven before by a top salesman/manager, before we purchased it. I have a fairly decent sized family and am middle class, not rich!! the transmission is supposed to be $1500-$3000 to replace, and i cant afford to replace and really dont feel responsible for a transmission that should have lasted, with normal driving, well into 100,000-150,000 miles. I have a pontiac bonneville that has almost 215,000 miles that has never given one seconds trouble out of the transmission. I have checked online and there are so many unfortunate people as myself, that this has happened to. I would like someone from your dept. To please check into the durability of the windstars transmissions, as ford, have told us (myself and other disgusted windstar owners) there is no such thing as ford making a design flaw in a transmission. Thank you for your valuable time in reading this, i am very appreciative.with kindest regards,i am johnnie wilkins
I was driving my mother-in law to a restaurant with my husband and 3 children. On the way there was a squealing sound from the rear of the vehicle and we assumed it could have been a low tire. We stopped added air and went on but the squealing continued. We went around a very winding curve at 25mph [way below the recommended] and the van was almost uncontrollable. As though someone covered the road with oil [by the way, it is 92 degrees and very sunny here]. My husband thought that maybe we had a busted shock. When we came home, my husband removed the rear, driver's side tire to find that the tire had been rubbing the fenderwell - alot [which explains the burning tire smell on our way home]. Upon inspecting the rear end of the van, the rear axle is almost in two!!! we never had any problems with the rear of the van before and actually just had tires put on 3 months ago and it was not noticed!!!i cannot drive this vehicle until it is fixed and don't know when that will happen because of the cost of this major repair.we could have all been killed if this would have happened on our way home, or on our way out-of-town tomorrow!! thank god we found the problem today!!!i find it very irresponsible that ford has not recalled this - they have recalled seatbelts, airbags and gas pedals due to safety concerns - why not this? i am not the only windstar owner this has happened too. There are others and their complaints i'm sure you have also received- they are posted on numerous sites on the internet.i would understand it not being recalled if i was the only one it happened to - but i'm not!!!
Transmission rolls or slipswhen on any incline when in any gear (d,1,2 or r)
After starting vehicle abs light stayed on and overdrive light was flashing. Vehicle not taken to dealer yet.
Consumer stated the power doors locked on their own. Consumer was concerned thatin an emergency they will be trapped inside .the transmission was difficult to move from park.once it was pulled out of park it made a loud bang.
I was getting ready to leave work, put my car in reverse and heard a loud bang. My car wouldn't move. The transmission just died. No warning in advance.the car is a 2001 ford windstar with 51,000 miles on it and cost my $ 3000 for a brand new transmission. Ford stated " no warranty" over 30,000 miles sorry. Should this be happening to a van that is only 4 years old and that cost me $27,000.the garage that installed my transmission stated that the parts melted together and we were lucky it didn't start on fire.
I have a ford windstar van with less than 50,000 miles and the transmission has failed.transmission and vehicle have been maintained.noticed other complaints on the internet concerning transmissions in windstars.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while drivingapproximately 30 mph the contact heard a rubbing noise underneath the rear end of the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the rear axle was bent.the rear axle was replaced by the independent mechanic. The failure has not recurred since the vehicle was repaired; however, transmission fluid has leaked out of the vehicle. The transmission leak was not diagnosed by the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 123,000.
Mid-summer vacation trip from west virginia to north carolina.within a few miles of return to west virginia the transmission started to leak and eventually lost approximately 8 quarts of fluid.major slippage started within 6 miles of home.we managed to limp to our driveway before the slippage was so bad we could not move the vehicle forward.i installed 8 quarts of fluid and drove it to repair shop -- no sign of leakage on that 15 mile trip.i subsequently drove the vehicle to a transmission repair shop, another 15 miles with no leakage.the transmission repair shop pulled the transmission, replaced the front seal and replaced the torque converter (slight groove on shaft that repairman said would cause the new seal to fail if the torque converter was not replaced).vehicle had just under 65,000 miles on it when failure occurred.note:the seal failure appears to be related to an overheating condition.this is made obvious by the fact that no leaks occurred during two 15-mile trips subsequent to failure and before repair was conducted.anothe downside to this experience is that after spending $1100.00 for the repair there is no warranty because the transmission repair shop did not disassemble and inspect the transmission, which would have been another major expense.the transmission function appears to be ok but i won't be trusting this vehicle again for long trips out of town.given the 65,000 mile failure and internet history of low-mileage transmission failures without resolutions from ford, this will be the last ford i will own.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
I purchased a 2001 ford windstar in october 2001. I have had to have the transmission rebuilt in december 2003. I only have 46,640 miles on this vehicle. It has cost me $2158 to have this repaired. The transmission should not have been giving me problems with this few of miles on it. The transmission starting changing really hard and starting making loud clunking noises when shifting. It began to start slipping into neutral while driving down the road. The dealership has not helped me at all and ford motor company has been informed of my problem. The state attorney general has also been notified. I thinkford motor should have a recall and pay for the repairs for these vehicles that have failed for those of us who trusted these to be reliable family vehicles. Go to www.carsurvey.org and see all the consumer complaints for the ford windstars. The windshield wiper motor had to be replaced just shortly after i purchased this vehicle. Floor to seat safety latches have been replaced due to recall in december 2003. Windshield has constant crackling noise as i am driving. *la
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
While driving 55 mph transmission lost power.consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. From time to time he was unable to shift gears out of park without some maneuvering. The dealer stated that there was a safety recall and that it was performed with the first owner. The current mileage was 129,500 and the failure mileage was 124,000. Updated 06/25/08 the dealer informed the consumer the problem he experienced was not due to the recall, and that his problem was originated from somewhere else. The consumer wished to withdraw his complaint. Updated 06/25/08
While driving 30 mph consumerheard a loud noise coming from the transmission.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Vehicle experiencing problems with transmission, brake lights and head light equipment. *mr the light kept blowing out.the driver's side twice, rear driver and passenger brake light once and the rear center brake light twice. *sc the consumer stated the transmission failed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph the automatic transmission failed, causing the vehicle to stall in the middle of the highway. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and stopped. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 51,686.
2001 ford windstar se sport, 20,000 miles abs, brake, & tire pressure lights come on after first starting car and running for a while.. Abs and brake lights go on and off, tire pressure light stays on even with all 4 new tires equally filled at 35psi. Just bought this van. Transmission slips, had it drained and serviced 1 month ago with no problem reported.
Vehicle was placed in reverse gear and car would not move in reverse.*mrthe consumer was told the transmission would cost 1800-2000 miles.
Transmission rolls or slipswhen on any incline when in any gear (d,1,2 or r)
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
While driving 45 mph vehicle lunged forward twice. As a result,transmission failed. The consumer stated that the vehicle gave no warning prior to the incident.the mechanic stated that the transmission gears broke causingthe case to crack.*tc
When reversingvehicle stalled.vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the consumer this was normal.
Abs light, brake light, and traction control light come on at once.
When the transmission got hot, after about 30-40 miles of driving the steering wheel starts to shimmy like the wheels are going to fall off. Was told that there was a flaw in the design ofa bearing that rides on the main shaft of trans, the one that connects the trans to the torque converter and engine. It was not able to handle to load and cuts a groove in to the shaft. This allows the trans to leak. Once the grove gets deep the bearings can fall out and cause more damage to the transmission. The affects of the transmission getting hot could cause the driver to lose control of vehicle or become stranded in the roadway, causing a collision. Was told the cost of repair would be $1500-$2500 depending on the amount of damage done to internal components.
While driving 65mph vehicle lost power. Prior toloss of poweroverdrive light illuminated.dealer has been notified.please provide additional information.
During preparation for an out of state trip, the transmission warning lights came on.the vehicle had 59,000 miles on it and was flushed at 40,000.previously, a whining noise had been evident and was said to be a normal occurrence for that transmission by a ford mechanic.a stop into a local lincoln-mercury dealer popped up codes relating to a solenoid and another part of the transmission.when the vehicle was serviced, the transmission pan had needle bearings and metal shavings evident.this lead to the entire transmission being replaced at a cost of $2800.00 out of pocket.at this time, no recalls have been found for this problem.
I was at a busy intersection when my 2001 ford windstar jerked a little and when i gave it the gas to go , it would not hardly move. It took a while to get it to move, very slowly. I had it towed to the transmission repair shop. He has checked it out and says the reverse gears were melted together.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning.the contact restarted the vehicle and drove to his residence.the dealer stated that there was no recall for the vehicle and repairs would only be made at the contact's expense.the transmission was the cause of the failure.through online research, the contact found numerous reports from consumers who were experiencing the same failure.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure and current mileages were 154,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle decelerated and failed to pick up speed. The contact merged to the side of the road and turned it off. The vehicle was restarted, but the speed would not increase past 5 mph. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the transmission had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate mileage was 136,000.
Towards the end of the month of july during a trip to maine my pump seal on my transmission blew and i had to get a new transmission installed in the van. The van was just over 3 yrs old and the mileage was just at 51,000 the mechanic at the repair shop said at this mileage this problem never should have happened, after phone calls to my dealership they said that their was nothing they could do because it was out of warranty. I feel that the van never should have needed a transmission at this time and that i should be reimbursed my $1800.00.
My wife was driving home from picking up the kids when the transmission failed without warning.she was able to put the car in neutral and roll backwards to the side of the road.had the transmission failed 5 minutes earlier, she would have been turning off a busy street and could have been hit by oncoming traffic with two kids in the car.the dealer diagnosed the problem as a failure of the tourque converter and valve body due to excessive wear on the rod leading into the valve body.the van has 51,000 miles on it.the replacement will cost $3,000.i don't believe that the transmission should go at this point in the cars life.
While at a complete stop vehicle started to accelerate and tried to go forward, but consumer was stepping onbrake pedal. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
My 2001 ford windstar van had its transmission replaced at47,400 miles. The reason that it failed was that the torque converter went andthe transmission overheated. I spoke to the service manager and transmission technician about this and the technician said that it was a problem common to this model.i called ford and was told that there wasn't anything that they could do for me.transmissions should not go with less than 48.000miles on them.
On 9-15-05 my wife made a round trip of 70mi. The next day there was a large pool of transmisssion fluid on the garage floor.i had my auto repaircheck out the sourse of the leak,looked like a front seal on the transmission, i called sunland ford was told its was out of warranty,this van only has 42,770 mi. The torque converter caused the trans to over heat and , blow the seal, the tranmission shop said this should never happenat this mileage,the trans had beenserviced at the required time ,when they pulled the pan it was full of steel shavings,i had to have it rebuilt at a cost of $ 1554 this is real hard when you are retired, i sent ford a letter w/ repair invoice on 9-24-05 they called on a friday about month afteri sent the letter said there were no recalls for my problem, and that is the way it stands as of now ! i see on the complaint searchthis is not the only complaint ,for trans problems and more, they should have to stand buy their claim of "built ford tough" sorry i bought a ford.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While turning at approximately 2 mph, the rear axle broke in half. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure and current mileages were approximately 120,000. Updated 11/03/10. *lj
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 40 mph a loud cracking sound was heard in the rear of the vehicle.the vehicle began to move from the left to the right.smoke was also coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact was able to drive safely onto the emergency lane. Upon examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear axle was severely cracked.the vehicle remained on the emergency lane and was not towed or further examined.the failure and current mileages were 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving between 5-10 mph, the vehicle dropped and came to a stop.the contact noticed that both rear wheels were folded inward.the vehicle was towed to the mechanic and they stated that the rear axle snapped due to a defective part.the part was not rusted.the mechanic replaced the rear axle.the current and failure mileages were 68,200. Updated 07/15/08 updated 07/15/08
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was traveling 65 mph when the rear of the vehicle began making an abnormal cracking sound. The contact shut the vehicle off to observe the failure but did not locate one. He continued driving to his destination and heard the noise again. He then noticed that the rear wheels were abnormally tilted inward. The contact, who was a mechanic, was able to locate the failure as a crack in the rear axle. The local dealer stated that the part was on backorder and they would not be able to repair the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 130,000. Updated 09/29/10. *lj
2001 ford windstar. Consumer states that the rear axle cracked and broke in to two parts *tgwthe consumer stated prior to her service appointment, she heard a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when suddenly, the vehicle began to slide. Fortunately, she was able to control the vehicle.when she arrived home, she looked under the rear of the vehicle and discovered a large crack in the rear axle.
The contact owns 2001 ford windstar. The contacted stated while driving at an unknown speed making a right turn, the rear wheels seized causing the vehicle to slide side to side erratically. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the traction sensor and rear axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact was made aware that the vehicle was included in recall nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension).the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 162,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving25 mphhis rear axle fractured.the manufacturer was notified, but because the warranty expired no assistance was provided. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 77,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated therear wheels were bending inward and causing the rear tires to wear out prematurely. The front tires had never been replaced and appeared brand new. The rear tires had since been replaced three times. The dealer advised the rear axle was out of specification and would need to be loosened and realigned to correct the formation of the wheels. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 40,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while traveling at speeds of 35 mph, the rear of the vehicle started to excessively sway back and forth. The dealer found that the rear axle had split in two. The dealer also stated that the failure was common in his model vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 149,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle began making an abnormal squeaking noise from the rear. The contact moved the vehicle from the roadway and exited the vehicle. He then discovered the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs. The failure mileage was 147,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated thatwhile making a left turn at approximately 10 mph, the contact heard a thumping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle.it was discovered that the rear axle was fractured.the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired.the manufacturer was notified.the failure mileage was 155,011.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact statedwhile reversing from a parking space, the rear axle cracked. The contact found the axle had split into two and the rear wheels were turned inward. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer advised the axle would need to be replaced at the contacts expense. There was an open defect investigation (nhtsa action number: pe10016: suspension) into the windstar axle failure but no recalls. The vin was not available. The failure mileage and current mileages were approximately 140,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While drivingapproximately 65 mph the vehicle began to bounce up and down after the rear axle broke in half and caused the vehicle to fishtail. The vehicle was towed to residence. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that there were no related recalls. The dealer had not diagnosed the failure when the complaint was filed.the failure and current mileages were 172,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar . While driving 40 mph, the vehicle responded as if it had a flat tire. When he drove onto the emergency lane he noticed that the rear wheel was tilting outward. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who stated that therear axle was cracked in half. The dealer was not been notified. The failure and current mileages were 133000.updated 10/21/10. *lj
The contact has a 2001 ford windstar. The contacted stated that while driving the rear axle broke off of the vehicle. The vehicle was traveling 65mph. There was no accdent, but the vehicle slid across the highway. The contact feels this is serious safety issue. The failure and current mileage 104000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. During vehicle inspection, a technician stated that the rear axle had developed cracks. The technician stated that it would cost $7000.00 to repair the vehicle. No repairs were made. She filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 92,000. The vin number was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact statedthat while inspecting the shocks, he discovered the rear axle was split approximately three quarters up the back. The vehicle wastaken to a local repair shop and the mechanic advised replacing the axle. The repair was performed by welding a plate on the outer inside and on the outside of the axle. The failure mileage was approximately 102,700 and the current mileage was approximately 105,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 35 mph the rear axle broke. The vehicle began to sway back and forth prior to the failure. The current and failure mileage was 204000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at various speeds and reaching 60 mph, the contact noticed vibrations on the seats, head restraints and rear window. The vehcile was taken to a local mechanic who stated that there was a crack in the right rear axle and another forming on the left side axle. The contact called the dealership but the dealer statted that the vehicle was no longer under warranty and it was repaired at the contacts expense. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000. The current mileage was 118,273. Updated 07/26/10. *ljupdated 08/03/10
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving, she noticed that the vehicle was not stable when she made left and right turns.after examining the vehicle the contact also noticed that the rear axle was broke. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 125000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving over a railroad track at 20 mph, the rear axle broke in half. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanicwho will perform a diagnostic test and advise him of the repair cost. The manufacturer was not notified. The vin was unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 160,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While examining the vehicle the contact noticed that the left rear axle was cracked. The failure was not diagnosed and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 86000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving atapproximately 45 mph, the contact heard a loud bang from the rear of the vehicle. Within seconds, the vehicle began to fishtail. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair facility where the contact was informed that the rear axle had fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 109,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while drivingapproximately 30 mph the contact heard a rubbing noise underneath the rear end of the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the rear axle was bent.the rear axle was replaced by the independent mechanic. The failure has not recurred since the vehicle was repaired; however, transmission fluid has leaked out of the vehicle. The transmission leak was not diagnosed by the dealer. The failure and current mileages were 123,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving 45 mph when he struck a pothole, causing the rear axle to fracture. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where he was awaiting repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 122,000. Updated 11/16/10. *lj
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While shifting into reverse gear the contact heard a loud crunching sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. After examining the vehicle the contact noticed that the rear axle was cracked in half. The vehicle had not been diagnosed and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 110000. The vin was not available.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact statedwhile driving at 35 mph, there was an unusual noise coming from the rear axle area, and upon further inspection, found the axle had broken. The dealer was contacted to make arrangements to replace the axle. In addition, the contact stated there were numerous complaints online pertaining to the failure in his year, make and model and believed the manufacturer should be held liable for the repair. The failure and current mileage was 120,901.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 30 mph, the rear of the vehicle unexpectedly dropped. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where the contact was advised that the rear axle was fractured. The manufacturer was not contacted.the vin was not available. The failure and currentmileages were 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving in reverse,there was a loud noise in the rear of the vehicle. The contact observed that the rear axle was broken and that the tire was pushed outward. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and will be repaired. The mechanic stated that the parts would not be available for a week. The manufacturer stated that there were no related recalls or warranties. The failure and current mileages were 157,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 40 mph, the contact noticed that the rear end of the vehicle was swaying left to right. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the rear axle needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were approximately 106,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact statedwhile driving 25 mph, there was an abnormal pop from the rear of the vehicle. The contact discovered the rear axle was fractured upon further inspection. The contact was able to locate numerous complaints online regarding the failure yet the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer and the dealer informed him that the rear axle was cracked and not to drive it until it was repaired. The contact planned to have the axle repaired by the dealer. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance as there was no official recall. The current and failure mileages were approximately 79,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 30 mph, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle swayed back and forth. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the rear axle was broken. The mechanic did not mention rust but stated that the axle was hanging by a thread. The current and failure mileages were approximately 74,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear end of the vehicle makes a popping noise when traveling at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the axle was cracked and needed to be replaced at the owners expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 116,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while replacing the brakes, he noticed the right rear axle had cracked 12 inches from the tire. He stated if he had been driving, the failure could have potentially caused a crash. The manufacturer had not yet been contacted. The failure and current mileages were 100,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving at approximately 50 mph when the vehicle began to violently shake abnormally. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the rear axle was severely cracked. The dealer was in the process of replacing the rear axle. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 150,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle on his vehicle was broken. The vehicle started swaying back and forth while driving approximately 5 mph. He looked underneath the vehicle and noticed that the rear axle had brokenin half. The dealer informed the contact that the axle had to be replaced at the owners expense for $497 along with the drums and other brake components. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.the current mileage was 62,500.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear driver side tire was crooked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle cracked and needed to be replaced. In addition, the dealer informed the contact that the axle was replaced from a previous recall, nhtsa campaign number: 12v1930000 (power train); however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 194,000. The vin was not available.
Rear axle of my 2001 windstar cracked and split in half while driving approximately 50 mph.significant safety issue.no warning signs.only 67,000 miles on well-maintained vehicle.
While driving down my street i heard a noise, it sounded like my tires were rubbing against the wheel well of my car, i pulled over and noticed my tires were leaning inwards, i looked under my van and noticed that the axel was hanging down and broken almost in half.i called ford company they said the van was no longer under warranty and i would have to pay for the repair (1,000.00- 1500.00) i don't feel this is a "normal" wear and tear to this car , the manager at the dealer ship said this is the 3rd one he has seen within this year on the same van. The tow truck driver said this should have never have happened.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 35 mph, the rear of the vehicle swerved to the right.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they discovered that the rear housing was rusted and cracked.the current mileage was 72,413 and failure mileage was 72,380.
Back axel broke on our 2001 ford windstar while driving down the highway at 65 miles an hour. We just got it towed back home, today is sunday so we will have to call on it tomorrow, but i see there are a lot of complaints with this.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
During a routine oil change on our ford 2001 windstar our mechanic noticed that the rear axle was cracked about 12 " from the drivers side tire.if the axle had failed catastrophically while driving my family would have been seriously injured or killed.an internet search revealed numerous identical failure on windstars of the same model year.
2001 ford windstar rear axle recall. I brought my van in for inspection for the rear axle recall (1os13) the ford dealership condemned the vehicle and i was provided with a rental car. Ford has no parts to fix this concern and also has no timetable when this will be resolved.this is unacceptable to me and ford needs to stand behind there products and show loyalty to there customers.
I was driving my mother-in law to a restaurant with my husband and 3 children. On the way there was a squealing sound from the rear of the vehicle and we assumed it could have been a low tire. We stopped added air and went on but the squealing continued. We went around a very winding curve at 25mph [way below the recommended] and the van was almost uncontrollable. As though someone covered the road with oil [by the way, it is 92 degrees and very sunny here]. My husband thought that maybe we had a busted shock. When we came home, my husband removed the rear, driver's side tire to find that the tire had been rubbing the fenderwell - alot [which explains the burning tire smell on our way home]. Upon inspecting the rear end of the van, the rear axle is almost in two!!! we never had any problems with the rear of the van before and actually just had tires put on 3 months ago and it was not noticed!!!i cannot drive this vehicle until it is fixed and don't know when that will happen because of the cost of this major repair.we could have all been killed if this would have happened on our way home, or on our way out-of-town tomorrow!! thank god we found the problem today!!!i find it very irresponsible that ford has not recalled this - they have recalled seatbelts, airbags and gas pedals due to safety concerns - why not this? i am not the only windstar owner this has happened too. There are others and their complaints i'm sure you have also received- they are posted on numerous sites on the internet.i would understand it not being recalled if i was the only one it happened to - but i'm not!!!
Driving my ford windstar se 2001, it felt like the rear axle was about to fall apart. Indeed, the ford dealership service department diagnosed a rear axle crack today, may 27, 2010. This is a serious safety hazard. The service department will not let me drive it off the lot unless it is repaired.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the constant-velocity joints on the passenger side were repeatedly replaced and the speedometer did not work. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that there were no recalls addressing the failures. The manufacturer was notified and offered no other assistance. The failure mileage was 139,000. Error codes po 174 and po 171 - misfire, fuel comp, cat lyst, evap 02 sensor, 02 htr, egr. Updated 10/03/2011 *ln
Backing out of driveway, the rear axel of my 2001 ford windstar cracked in half. I may repair the vehicle.
Rear axle on 2001 ford windstar is cracked.noticed a banging sound while going over bumps. Took it to a repair shop that identified the problem.
Upon replacing shocks and struts on my 2001 ford windstar my mechanic noticed a crack on axel took it in to local dealership to verify sure enough crack had me set up with enterprise to receive small loaner of a family of 6 sadneed bigger vehicle ford not budging will wait for rep to further pursue.. Ford saying approx. 2mths before repair... Sad situation all around i wish i would never bought this vehicle expect more problems after sitting for two months.
The right front axle broke without warning while i was driving to the movies with all my kids in the van.luckily no one was injured but my mechanic said that should not have happened without warning.he also said if we would have been on the freeway it would have been bad, really bad.
I have windstar 2001. My brake light and abs light were on. I searched the internet and found that there was a recall on the axle, that may have something to do with the lights being on. This was in sept. 2010. I went to the dealer,they toldme the axle was crackedand that they would have to hold my van. It is now dec.2010,iam driving a rental. No word as to when i will be getting my van back. Ford wants me to look at new cars. Monthly payments of about $400.00. Iam sr.citizen and cannot afford this. My van has 57000 miles, how safe will this be when i get it back? do i need to look for another vehicle. My husband is desabled and needs a large van toget in and out of. Please advise, since they don't want to give me much for my van, i am stuck. The dealer said that they are going to install brackets,not a new axle. Can this be safe? i have never had any major problems with this vehicle,til now.
I feel that these component failures have caused a safety risk for my family and i.i bought a windstar based mainly on it's safety ratings.this disappoints me.
We have leased a 2001 ford windstar and have had it for approximately 2 years, taking out 15,000 miles per year.several days ago, we could not move the car after we stopped at a light.we finally had to have it towed at our expense and found out that the whole transmission had been "blown." (only after 40,000 miles.)we felt that our safety was at stake, since no warning signs within the van, told us that the problem existed and we were at a major intersection, which could have resulted in some serious injuries.
Consumer states transmission shifts rough and jerks. The indicator doesn't line up.dealer adjusted indicator, and now appears to shift correctly.
Failure of speedometer, odometer, a/c compressor switch and blown fuse (#10 in fuse panel, 15 amp).failure of front passenger seat belt to remain engaged when holding a occupant.
During inspection inspecter 38573 reported a diagnostic fault as airbag control module. After failed inspection. I looked for part with the avail. Current part on vehicle is 1f2a-14b321-ee. I cannot find a part number matching.i took it to a second mechanic to verify if he infact was right. And i looked at the diagnostic and the airbag did not show up however what did show up after airbag light came on after a full memory clear was code b234 which points to driver safety belt buckle switch short circuit to ground. Or in lames terms safety belt buckle switch. This should never in a cars life ever happen. If this happened before a accident this could cause death to the consumer. Im the second owner of this vehicle i believe so im not sure if there's a recall for this particular issue as i do know there's one similar. My reinspection is due within 6 days. I feel i shouldn't have to pay for a repair for a part on something that should never need to replaced. Especially when lives are at stake.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the seatbelt would not latch on the driver's side.a mechanic inspected the seat belt and stated that the latch components were defective.the manufacturer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 01v227001 (seat belts:front:buckle assembly).the current and failure mileages were approximately 141,000.
On 11/20/05 at approximately 10:00 p.m. A deer ran in front of my van. The impact was on the drivers front left at the headlight section of the vehicle. Minor damage was done to the vehicle but the incident caused injury to my wife. The drivers airbag didn't deploy but the passengers did. This caused the airbag to break my wife's wrist in 2 places. At the same time the drivers seat belt locked but the passengers didn't causing my wife to go forward. Both of us were wearing our seat belts. This seems to me that there was some kind of defect in the system since everything happened backwards. At this time nothing has been doneto the van but ford customer affairs is suppose to be contacting me.
The driver 's sideseat belt unraveled.the consumer noticed a tear between the retractor.the mechanic informed the consumer that the seat belts was not a life time warranty.*sc
While driving a collision occurred.upon impact,air bags did not deploy, and seat belts did not engage.
Dt*:the contact stated that the air bag warning light continuously illuminated.also, the driver's side seat belt was not clicking closed.the contact researched the vehicle online, and was concerned at the air bag recall information that was discovered.there were two nhtsa recalls , #00v270000 and # 00v412000, however the vehicle was not included in either recall due to the vin.the vehicle has not been taken to a service dealer or an independent mechanic for inspection.
Complaint received via e-mail. My husband had an accident in which our car was totaled. The air bags never deployed, and the seat belts didn't hold him in place. His chest is real sore ,and he got whip lash. He is going to the doctor. On thevehicle that hit himthe air bags deployed.
Consumer collided head-on with an animal weighing approximately 80-90lbs while driving about 45-50mph on highway.the driver and passenger safety belts extracted "entirely" from their housing and did not retract to restrain occupants.the consumer and passenger suffered injuries as a result. Ts
While the consumer was driving at 35 mph hit another vehicle. During the accident the driver side air bag failed to deploy. Also, the seat belt failed. Due to this accident the consumer bruised her sternum and hurt her back.
Front passenger seat belt comes undone.this is an intermittent problem with the seat belt that we have been having and notified our ford dealer (winner ford, cherry hill, nj) about on our 25000 service.the service rep tested the seat belt latch with a tester and found no problems.i was told they would not replace the seat belt latch because ford would charge them for the part.he said they would check it again if we had any more problems.we continue to have problems with the belt latch coming undone while driving.there is no amount of tugging that will cause it to fail, the problem is intermittent.winner ford has not sent out our service sheet with the seat belt problem reported on it.it has been since 4/17/2003, and then again servicing on 4/24/2003 and no paperwork from the dealer with the problem reported by me and no remedy for this potentially dangerous safety problem.rq04011.*pco
I was in a car accident. After i slammed on the brakes, the seat belt popped off. I hit the steering wheel.the passenger air bag deployed but the driver's side air bag did not deploy.although the car was drivable, the seat belt remained locked and unusable after the accident.*nlm rq04011.*pco
Driver rear bench seat belt buckle would not latch properly.dealer was not notified at this time.
While in motion, vehicle suffered a blowout.the consumer is seeking reimbursement for charges incurred for the blown tire.*jgthe consumer found that the seat belt buckle inoperative.(recall#01v227001)the tire had less than one thousand miles when the incident occurred.*scc rq04011.*pco
Ford belt buckle inspection is probably flawed. The passenger side buckles in both my 2001 windstar and 2001 f-250 intermittently latch in the "slightly depressed" position as described in the recall paperwork. Rq04011.*pco
An electrical connector seal had to be installed, the seat buckles and rear wiper motor cover were replaced, the abs failed, and right before the engine shut down all the lights on the dash board illuminated, after the vehicle was repaired the intake manifold, speed sensor and brake sensor failed. *phrq04011.*pco
Upon impact both seat belts did not lock, and air bags did not deploy for the driver or the passenger.
Nov 9, 2002, is when we purchased the red windstar van we were told that the dealership had used it as a promotional car for the owners and their wives.february a complaint officer at ford told me they were just putting the car in our name it was listed under enterprise still.i called to asked why we were just getting the recall notice for the seat when i had called them 5 times with the call i made 2-7-07 and why had they not sent a notice for the sliding doors.
There have been numerous issues with this vehicle lately. Car would not start, power steering went out, oil light stays on, i have to put oil in every week, seat motor stop working and now the brakes do not work. We were driving out of town with our 3 kids and i went to press the brakes just to find that it was not there - it was all the way up under the dash board!!!
The vehicle was involved in an accident which caused the middle row seat to come off track and threw the seat into the air. Dealer notified. *nlm
I purchased the vehicle on november 10, 2001. The vehicle had been brought from another dealer, and when i picked it up, it was purported to have been examined and everything working. When i got a few miles down the road, i noticed that the air bag light was flashing. I called the dealership and was told to take it to a dealer as soon as possible and have it checked. Since it was saturday, i had to wait until the next week to have it checked. I was told at prestige ford that the air bag sensor module was not the right one for my car. The car was manufactured 3 days after the modules changed for the new cars. They ordered the part, i came back a week later to have it repaired. The computer still showed a problem, andmechanic said that he had replaced the part but would have to contact ford to see what to do about the other problem. A week later he called and said he had not reached ford yet. I said that my air bag worked, though, and he said no. The next day i was struck by another vehicle in a front end crash. We struck at approx.same angle and bothair bags deployed. Mine did not.istopped when i saw her come over onwrong side of the road. She hit me at approx. 35 mph.middle seat in the car came out of the anchors. I hit the steering wheel and was thrown against the door. I was injured, neck, chest, arm, side. I believe the vehicle was defective, i was allowed to drive it without the offer of a loaner, and i feel that the air bag could have diminished my injuries. I am also very concerned aboutback seat coming loose.
While driving, the seat became detached from the floor.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 30 mph, the contact crashed the front bumper of the vehicle into another vehicle.the middle seats detached from the base while being occupied by two passengers.one of the passengers was a baby sitting in his car seat.the baby received injuries to the nose and face.the other passenger received injuries to the legs.the washington state police report number was 080297419.the failure and current mileages were 120,000.
During inspection inspecter 38573 reported a diagnostic fault as airbag control module. After failed inspection. I looked for part with the avail. Current part on vehicle is 1f2a-14b321-ee. I cannot find a part number matching.i took it to a second mechanic to verify if he infact was right. And i looked at the diagnostic and the airbag did not show up however what did show up after airbag light came on after a full memory clear was code b234 which points to driver safety belt buckle switch short circuit to ground. Or in lames terms safety belt buckle switch. This should never in a cars life ever happen. If this happened before a accident this could cause death to the consumer. Im the second owner of this vehicle i believe so im not sure if there's a recall for this particular issue as i do know there's one similar. My reinspection is due within 6 days. I feel i shouldn't have to pay for a repair for a part on something that should never need to replaced. Especially when lives are at stake.
While drivingvehicle was involved in a side impact. Upon impactsecond row passenger seat unlatched from thefloor.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The abs and service brake lights would illuminate intermittently on the instrument control panel.he installed new brakes shoes, which did not remedy the failure. He took the vehicle to the dealer, and a technician concluded that the control module failed. The repairs cost $1200.00. Also the latch on the second row bucket seats have fractured. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was notified but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000. The current mileage was approximately 133,000.updated 11/10/09 updated 11/13/09
Electrical slidding door is inoperable , door will slide intermittently.dealership is aware ofproblem.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
While traveling on the highway, the door will unexpectedly open without prior warning, dealership is aware of problem. . . Also the driver seat will not move, dealer replaced the fuse, the cruise control was inoperative. And the door ajar light was on.
I purchased a 2001 ford windstar in october 2001. I have had to have the transmission rebuilt in december 2003. I only have 46,640 miles on this vehicle. It has cost me $2158 to have this repaired. The transmission should not have been giving me problems with this few of miles on it. The transmission starting changing really hard and starting making loud clunking noises when shifting. It began to start slipping into neutral while driving down the road. The dealership has not helped me at all and ford motor company has been informed of my problem. The state attorney general has also been notified. I thinkford motor should have a recall and pay for the repairs for these vehicles that have failed for those of us who trusted these to be reliable family vehicles. Go to www.carsurvey.org and see all the consumer complaints for the ford windstars. The windshield wiper motor had to be replaced just shortly after i purchased this vehicle. Floor to seat safety latches have been replaced due to recall in december 2003. Windshield has constant crackling noise as i am driving. *la
Consumer feels that the anchorsin the rear middle seat for the latch systemis causing the css harness strap plateto bend when removing the css because the plate only bends in this vehicle.
Middle passenger side seat back reclined forward with so much force that the seat hinge connector almost severed consumer hands. The consumer received stitches. The consumer was cleaning the vehicle and pressed the seat latch.when the latch released the seat it came forward with such force that the seat hinge connector almost severed her finger.the consumer had to get 5 stitches in her left index finger.the consumer currently has no feeling in that finger.*nlm
Abs and brake light comes on when the temp is hot outside, turn engine off, and back on goes out for a while, then comes back on. It seems to be a big problem but ford says it is not a recall. Or i cannot find a recall.
Since the beginning of 2011 the abs and the brake light came one.i have no idea why it comes on and staysone.i am afraid to go long distance because of this.
The abs light comes on frequently while driving.sometimes it causes the regular brake light and/or low tire pressure light to come on (even though tire pressure is fine.)many times it happens when hitting a bump in the road.my dealer mentioned that the ecm module is returning many different codes with different meanings, indicating that the ecm module very likely has a bad connection on it.the dealer did not fix it yet, but warned me that i am currently driving without antilock brakes most of the time.
My abs and brake light came on and stayed on. There is nothing wrong with my brakes or abs. I have the codes read by a mechanic and it said the rear abs sensor was bad. I got it replaced and it never fixed the issue. So i had it read again by a mechanic and it said the same thing.
Abs and brake failure warning lights constantly displayed in dashboard display.brake inspections cannot determine a cause.i just learned that many other windstar owners have reported the same problem, and that a recall for repair may be (or have been) issued.
The abs light and brake light comes on and doesn't go off.
The brake system warning light and anti-lock brake system (abs) dash light turn on and off intermittently and will remain on until the van is turned off.upon starting the van the lights will be off.i have had the van brakes inspected and serviced to include a complete inspection of the brake system with the removal of the master cylinder and system flush.technicians cannot find a reason why there is an intermittent brake system and abs warning lights turning on and off.
A couple of months after the sub-frame recall (n99 11s16) work was done both the 'abs' and 'brake' lightscame on for a few minutes and then went off again for a few weeks. The frequency of this occurrence has accelerated, over time, and now these two lights are on about 60% of time.
Abs trouble light keeps coming on and going off. It was checked andthe mechanic said it was safeto drive if i didn't want to spend the money. I have found out that the connector is absorbing fluids and shorting out. This shorting outhappens mostly in warm weather. In sub 0 weather the light pretty much stays off. There is still a chance of fire when it is shorting out. I complained to ford and was told there was no recall on this item. They gave me a case number for my complaint. It is #[xxx]. This problem is a direct cause of fluids leaking onthe modgular connector and heat from engine. [xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Brake warning light combined with abs light, abs does not function. Problem was intermittent at first, now chronic. Diagnostic code c1185.
Anti-lock brake light and brake warning light come on intermittently. Code c1185 is present.
Abs system light appeared on, abs traction activated in dry, non slippery conditions,will not disable upon reset and problem continues. Ford dealer indicates this is a problem with many windstars, but will not fix without $200 diagnostic fee.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the air bag, traction control and brake warning lights continued to intermittently illuminate. The contact noticed that a fuse blew and the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. An unknown local dealer was notified, indicated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer confirmed that there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was not available.
Abs light & brake lights come on sometimes but not always.brake function well with no issues.
The check traction control light comes on. Brake light, abs light and traction off light start blinking,turn off the ignition for a few minutes and all is well for a few seconds or maby a few days, (this doesn't happen all the time. I think the problem is somehow related to temperature because as soon as it gets cold, (below about 30 degrees) the problem goes away til warmer weather and when it gets vrey warm it happens all the time. I suspect this problem may be related to a defect in the ecm as this might explain the temp situation. Note also fortunately during the winter the traction control works fine but when this light problem is around the traction control does not work.
We wish to be contacted and have multiple issues to report. (1) odi request for information regarding engineering analysis ea10-007sub frame and (2) issues of compliance with safety recall procedures and what we believe to be fraudulent andillegal actions. Space is inadequate but will try to summarize. Vehicle subframe failed at both passenger and driver side rear mounts and thereby caused separation of the steering components and complete loss of steering, loss of brakes, and loss of transmission control. The owner used the only means available to stop the vehicle by turning off the ignition key and 'riding it out.'subframe components and the engine/transmission had been in contact with pavement. Large portions of the subframe appear to be missing from the vehicle. The exhaust system was severed. The transmission linkage pulled away and as stated the steering components separated. What is believed to be the air bag cable became wrapped around the steering components. Vehicle was towed to a dealership which refuses to inspect, disclose, photograph, or allow to be photographed the massive damage while declaring the vehicle "repairable" and the "repairs have to be done." at issue are declarations that under the recall that "responsibility" rests with the owner and a "right to deny coverage." a demand that repairs be scheduled or the vehicle be towed from the car lot with a demand that a document be signed which amounts to a release and complete misrepresentation of the facts. The dealership has been told that we will lend no truth or validity to their forceful and manipulative demands, nor will we sign any document. It is our intent to destroy the vehicle. We have incurred multiple out of pocket expenses. In essence fraud and illegal acts, under the color of federal law are alleged. We desire to submit a written statement and request for investigation.
My abs lights came on as well as my brake lights don't know why my brakes are knew.
The abs and the parking brake lights both came on while driving. After having the codes scanned, there were nine codes. C1185,c1198,c1194,c1254,c1246,c1250,c1242,c121 andc1210. There doesn't seem to be any issue with the brakes not working. I read several threads about bad solder joints.
The abs lights are illuminated stating that the ecu master relay is not getting power. This comes and goes.
Anti-lock braking system, error 1185, power relay output circuit failure.
Abs & brake warning lights come on seemingly randomly. Braking distance compromised. Believe it to be a faulty abs control module - no covered by a ford recall.
Yellow abs light comes on and off, red brake light does the same, i was unaware that ford had a recall for this problem, i am just finding out about this today.no one contacted me about the abs module, i had been contacted about other recall issues and they were repaired.
Abs light on dashand brake light on for no reason.
Abs brake lights keep coming on.
Abs light came on and will not go off. Brakes have been checked by two different mechanics at different locations and they found no reason for the light to be on. Unable to reset.
Recently acquired by the car dealer 2001 ford windstar, i took it to a machine shop to check on the conditions that he was once replaced the bulbs burn front information panel of the driver's cab stayed lit informative signals "abs" "braker" identifying a problem in the brake system i want to know how i can make a complaint to the company for this defect based on information you read right through the internet.
One year ago, both the abs light and the brake light were turned on.sometimes they are on and off frequently.
Most important is the brakes have been changed and checked. On several occasions the brakes have just failed and i would pump them enough just to get in a safe location. Aaa has had to pick me up and when the brakes where checked they were find and the fluid full. Also the rear just fell but i had that repaired by a local reputable shop on candler rd, decatur/ there is a residue all around where i put the gas in. I've had the same mechanic for almost 30 years and he says the anti-lock brakes may be faulty. The brake and engine light will not go out even when repairs are made according to the codes that come up. The scariest time was when i was driving on university ave in atlanta and the car would not stop at the light at a normally busy intersection. I began blowing the horn and thank goodness no one was ahead of me. Aaa took their sweet time coming and by the time they got there the pedal was back up but i had them to tow me home anyways. My mechanic checked it and all was find but he was concerned and so was i. I did not contact ford but it has happened again as i started it yesterday morning and the brakes were on the floor. This is just too dangerous. I told my mechanic not to come check it before contacting ford.
Abs and brake light turns on usually when its wet outside or going over a big bump, mostly in the summer but lately in winter too. Sometimes when coming to a stop it also turns on. Turns off after engine restart but usually is back on again soon after.
The abs light has been on but no one can tell me why.it goes out when the vehicle is shut off but will light up again after about 10 minutes of driving. The cruise control would work sometimes and not others.if finally quit working all together.the fuses are all fine. The power windows and door locks work sometimes and not others or might work on one side of the vehicle but not the other.
Keep having brake & abs lights coming on.i looked online trying to find a solution and was surprised at how many other windstar owners were posting the same problem.i was trying to find a time and the money to take this in to have checked.i finally took my windstar in to the shop today and they told me it was the abs module.they said they understand this is a common problem with this vehicle.they said the van is still drivable, only when those lights come on, the abs system will be disabled.the repair for this is almost $1,000 to replace the module.i believe it should be a recall issue because this happens so frequently.
Well my abs/ brake lights have been on and off ever since i bought this van and i have keep up on everything that need keeping up on. Now i am having problems with my wipers and they don't work on any of the speeds but high and next to high and the other speeds don't work. Another problem i have been having is the electronic slidding doors don't always close or want to stay shut. The doors have even tried to open when driving down the road which is very dangerous considering i have children ridding in the back of my van. I have had codes come up on my van that sound like a manufacturing problem and i have had about enough of this.i have not felt save in my van since they called me in for the recall they fixed on it at dick withems. I still think it needs an inspection by the company and they need to fix everything that is malfunctioning due tomanufacturing problems. I put my children's and my life in ford's hands when i drive this van and if anything ever happens to my children or me i will be getting ahold of ford, my lawyer. I think that when vehicle's are built they should make sure there are less manufacturing problems as possible. Please contact me.
Cannot get the abs warning brake light to stay reset and/or fix. Stays on and cannot diagnose.
Abs light, air bag light and brake light keeps coming back on while car is on.
Intermittent increase in braking distance in an emergency situation.due to abs system failure related to the ecm control unit.indicator at time of failure"yellow abs brake light" and "red brake light" on dashboard of vehicle. Resulting in interment operating of abs system. This becomes a large driving hazard when operating the vehicle during winter months when roadway is often covered in wet, snow and ice. These road conditions are typical for my winter driving months in the climate and area of vehicle purchased and operated. The cause of this abs system failure is related to the ecm control unit.root cause is identified as failure of circuit board solder joints with in the ecm unit, deactivating abs system. Poor quality of connections, heat and stress , not robust enough for application.need to have these quality and performance issue resolved by the oem.
The abs, brake, and trac lights come on while driving down the road.this doesn't happen every time, but has become more frequent. Have not found a reason for it to come on, like hitting bumps or wet whether. The electrical system issues is rear windows won't open all of the time. The door locks don't work all of the time. The lights in and outside the van dim in and out.
Abs and brake lights started coming on randomly.never when vehicle was first started but only after van warmed up/was operating for a while.as vehicle aged lights came on sooner and lasted longer.checked codes which was always a long list which included c1185.sensors were all cleaned and inspected/tested.brakes system was inspected and checked out and safe sans the abs function.many reports of the ecm main board soldering failure after running for a while and heating up.
My abs brake light keeps coming on. Mechanic said when it comes on my abs system will not work. This is not safe for myself or children i travel with daily. I have talked to others having the same issue.
Abs brake light and parking brake light came on driving down the highway and remain on at this time. The brakes were recently serviced and currently there is nothing wrong with them.there is concern for vehicle safety and braking system.it is unknown if this is a error in the module and abs still work or if abs is disabled.ford was contacted and made aware of the issues.based on the complaints for this vehicle ford is well aware of the concerns for safety, but as of this date but have yet to issue a recall. There is also a noise coming from the undercarriage that is associated with the steering column.there have been recalls on this as well, however, my vehicle was not in the recall.ford may want to extend the recall to other windstar vins.
My abs light is on and have heard it is fromecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185. It also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable.
Abs and brake light on and cruise control not working leaking master cylinder switch.
I was driving my ford windstar 2001 when the brakes failed. The cruise control stop working and the abs and the brake lights came on. The brakes became soft causing me being unable to stop thevan.
The brake and abs lights came on and stayed on. Since then they are off at times, but mostly on. Usually when the car starts up the warning lights are off, but come on after the car warms up.
The "abs" and "brake" lights come on.sometimes seem to be triggered by a bump. Worse in warm weather or wet conditions.
During normal operation of vehicle at posted driving speed limits the vehicles abs, brake warning lights have continuously come on after driving begins. It has been also noted that after several brake service inspections and repairs at major auto repair shops, such as midas, carx , and pep boys.technicians have observed that the brake systems major components and hardware appeared to have failed due to high levels of corrosion and easily rusting parts such as brake shoes, pads, wheel cylinders, brake drums, brake line hoses and connectors. Each of these repair shops have informed me that the repair/ replacement of many of these vital components would be extremely costly to repair and could result in serious injuries or create a hazardous situation for the vehicle's operator and other drivers if not repaired immediately.the vehicles brakes and hardware have been replacedmore than three times by asae certified /qualified mechanics and the brake systems warning lights continuously remain on during regular operation. The rear brakes are grinding and wearing the brake shoes down much faster than they did before even after repairs have been completed.currently when applying the brakes before coming to a full stop the brake peddle must be applied at a distance of at least 30 seconds sooner to ensure a safe stop. I do believe that there is a high risk of concern in the failure of the ford windstarbrake system operations and a thorough inspection of the abs system and brakes including its major components should be inspected immediately to prevent a serious accident or injuries to the vehicle's operator and to protect the safety of the general public.
My abs and brake lights continually come on and off and seems like a faulty issue with the electronics, but it renders the abs entirely useless when on. I have asked around if there was an official recall as this seems to be a common issue and was directed to report this on this site.i recently had the codes scanned specifically and there were so many triggered it was ridiculous.i was told that it's a faulty issue with this make and model and a repair would cost in the thousands.it sure seems like ford would have a recall on this faulty safety issue.sometimes the light is on when i start the van, sometimes it comes on after a drive for a little, but once it's on it stays on until the van is stopped and shut off.i've read that it could deal with the heat and/or corrosion issue of expanding aluminum plate.based on the inconsistency of the light it would appear that at times the computer and abs is working when in cooler situations.it's been happening for a while now but is something i've been told that doesn't impact main braking so it's hard to justify the cost of fixing an electronic piece... Is there a recall for this that i was not notified about being the second owner?i picked a random date for the 'when did this happen' as i'm unsure how long it's been occurring but was an issue with my dad before we purchased from him.
Abs brake system failure, on the master cylinder there is a leak,the rear brakes fail to work at all and the ecu sensor does not work.
I bought the van from someone drove from a hour fourtyfive min away from home got almost home and the brake light came on bk light on right went out seats stop working they electrical and the heat mess up very unpleased cause i have kids i drive to school everyday
Red brake light and yellow abs light on at same time.at first intermittent then more likely on than off in june of 2014 i found leaking brake fluid from switch on bottom of master cylinder and found brake fluid leaking to numerous electronic components causing o/d light to come on intermittently speedometer would stop working odometer shows - - - - - in place of mileage.learned of recall via internet and took vehicle to ron carter ford 3005 fm 528 alvin tx 77512 on 07/17/2014.they explained that in spite of all damage caused the only thing they would do was replace leaking switch with new one as mandated by the recall.they replaced this switch and returned vehicle with all of the same problems including brake fluid inside the transmission range selector switch and vehicle speed sensor directly underneath master cylinder.i cannot tell if the vehicle still presents a fire hazard or not as there is still brake fluid everywhere.ron carter refuses to look at vehicle or provide any further repairs even though this is clearly all related to the recall.
When driving the van at 50 mph the yellow abs warning light came on, took to the garage , said abs system gave 8 codes but they couldn't pin point a problem,light went off on its own and van regained abs function ,and now randomly the light comes on and the abs is deactivated.
The abs warning light comes on intermittently. From research on the web, this is a common problem starting with windstars dating from 1999.
The abs light and the brake light come on most of the time and i'm sure this means my braking system is not functioning properly. It hs been occurring with this vehicle for many years and hundreds of dollars later it is still not resolved.ford needs to step-up and fix this issue. A.s.a.p.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My abs and brake light have been intermittently coming on for some time. There wasn't any change in the brakes so i assumed there was a sensor switch or other computer related issue. I am not a mechanic and kept driving the vehicle. The brake lights started to intermittently stay on eventually burning out brake bulbs. Then frying the part that the bulb goes into. I am not driving the vehicle now because i feel there's a potential for fire the vehicle was always in motion when the lights came on and brake lights stayed on. I can't get them to go off even with the car stopped and turned off.
The abs and brake indicator lights randomly come on, stay on for different lengths of time, then shut off again for a while. There is no telling what causes this to happen. This issue was present when the vehicle was purchased. The previous owners had it checked out numerous times, could never find the cause. I have had them checked, same results.
The brake light and anti lock brake light and tri active lights keep coming on and staying on. I can restart my vehicle and they will stay off for a while but eventually come back on. Going into winter am worried about antilock brake system not working.
The abs light and exclamation point light stays on all the time. There is also a scrubbing, dull screeching sound when i apply the brakes. I've had it checked out and attempted to be fixed several times, but neither mechanic has been able to fix it. They turn the lights off, but they come right back on. Please recall and correct this problem before people get killed. I'm afraid to drive the van very much.
Abs and brake lights light intermittently in warm weather. Obd ii code- c1185. Dealer says it likely needs ecu and hcu replaced.this is apparently a common problem.https://duckduckgo.com/?q=windstar+c1185
Abs, traction control, cruise control and speedometer either are intermittent or not working at all.this causes issues with braking, vehicle control, driver attentiveness and other safety related issues.
I have a 2001 ford windstar, i've never had so much trouble with a vehicle. This has been going on and off for over a year. The abs and brake lightcomes on and stays on most of the time.
"check traction control" warning signal, break light, abs light, trac off light, and tire pressure light came on. Speedomoter stopped working, tachometer stopped working, vehicle would not shift when necessary. Local mechanic said it was a failure in the abs pump and abs electrical system.
Stopping at red lights or stop signs cause abs to make noise and keep you from coming to a stop with out pumping brakes have tried new brakes and bleeding of brakes and new all around calipers and other brake parts and still having the same effect.
Abs and brake lights are constantly coming on.took to the garage and they tell me it's the abs module and cost is nearly $1000 to repair.i looked it up on the internet and this appears to be a very common problem with this year model which tells me that there is a problem with that part.i can't afford that right now.the garage told me the van will run with no problems, only when those lights come on, the abs system will be disabled.i believe this should be considered a recall item because this is a problem with that particular part.there has to be a manufacturing problem with it for it to be so common.
Brake and abs warning lights are on.abs inoperative due to abs ebcm computer failure.was quoted $1,000 from dealer to replace computer.
About two years or so after purchasing our ford windstar the brakes started having problems. My husband replaced the shoes etc. The lights had to be reset. They would go out and then months later come back on. The brakes seem to be ok. A little squeaky sometimes, and then the brake and abs lights go out. They come on and off every so often when we go over bumps, or sometimes doing absolutely nothing. It's still doing the intermittent on and off thing. The fluid levels are fine etc. We replaced brake parts twice since purchasing it.
Abs brake light and brake lights turn on,usually on warm days, some times not for days, some times on all the time. The ford dealer assures me the brakes are working, but the abs module is not functioning. All the sensors seem to work, but the system itself does not work. I have replaced the master cylinder brake switch, still having the unit failure. Brake lights are working, some times they lock on also, when car is switched off. There are no signs of leakage around the master cylinder. The abs module is quite expensive, and is defective, however ford says it is not their fault.
Abs warning light comes on intermittently
After going through a heavy downpour at about 20mph the abs and brake light came on.nothing was hung up and it later cleared.we figured a sensor got wet but periodically maybe stopping quickly or even just turning off auto and restarting within 15 minutes may trigger the lights. They may stay on entire time of travel until shutting off car or they may just go away while driving.not sure if it's a brake problem or electrical because my temp notification for outside temp also does not work and the gas gauge will sometimes report empty after filling up and also i have had issues where the cruise control can not be shut off by button.i must apply the brake to shut off the cruise control.the brake lights started back in 2012 but they all did not fail at the same time.these other things have been a problem at least since 2013.i have approx. 138,000 miles on the van.
As you dirve abs and brake lights on dash come on stay on.
Abs, traction control, and brake lights came on. When the lights are on, abs and traction control are disabled. Lights came on more frequently in summer months than in winter months. I've heard these problems may be a fire hazard.
Abs light has been on for a few days now. Took the vehicle to get serviced, abs light on panel and brakes squeaking. Reliable mechanic shop informed me that the vehicles brakes were fine and no replacement is needed, but that my abs would not function properly. I was told the abs light was electrical and that it would cost a lot to fix.the brakes have failed twice recently with brakes locking and no abs. After researching i see the abs warning light is an issue with this vehicle and numerous complaints have been made. Please make a recall.
These lights stay on even after repairs are done. They go off for a couple days and then come back on. This has been going on for at least 2 years. I also have electrical problem with my speedometer and gauges. I also have been having a problem with my fuel vacuum causing the gas to spill out when pumping and tank is not full.
Abs brake lights come on when there is no problem. This has happened several times over the years i have owned this vehicle.
Brakes continually have failed causing accidents. Pedal goes all the way to the floor before and after new brake pads and bring bled.throttle idle sensor causes vehicle to stall while driving. Abs light and brake light and check engine light keeps coming on. Now they just stay on. I need to know what,if any recalls have been repaired or any options that may be available.
Abs light went off. Brakes suddenly became less effective on the snow laden icy pavement. Temporarily lost control of vehicle.
Abs light is on continuously abs is not active. This problem seems to be a problem with the ecu master relay.
The abs and brake light goes off and on, mostly on all the time on the dash , will not get a state inspection like this.........what can you do to slove this for me [xxx]....information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Coming to stop sign put on brakes the brake light and the abs light comes on, when leaving the stop sign the brakes drags and won't release.
Interior lights flash on and off including dash lightstaken in on numerous occasions but problem still exists to this day.abs and brake lights come on constantly up to and including today.noise that sounds like bones crunchingfrom steering wheel or under foot? and buzzing from right front tire on left turns. Took into ford dealer for all complaints, never fixed.
Abs failure, reading code c1185 and many other c codes referencing circuit failures at each wheel.
I got abs sign somewhere in february. It pass my may inspection too. But finally i decided to get it checked and it turned out that abs module is faulty. Because of this, i some times get brake sign also on. Dealer found that brakes are in good shape, shoes, pads and rotors are in good shape, fluid is filled up too but abs module bring brake light up sometimes.i am concerned about in case of emergency brake is not applied properly.i would like ford to replace abs module as a recall.
The abs light, traction control, and emergency brake lights have been coming on and off for about three years. Took it to the mechanic multitude of times and no problem found. Finally brakes failed and almost caused an accident. Master cylinder was replaced and lights still come on. Brakes seemed to be working fine but am terribly concerned about this and worried it might happen again. Car vibrates a little when brake is pressed when the lights are on. This is a safety issue that ford should addressed.
Just driving the van and it shows check traction control and my abs and brake lights come on and traction control off. It keeps recurring and do not know what to do to fix it. If i pull over on the side road and shut off the key and wait a minute and start it back up the lights and all go away for a bit. If i drive it with lights on and the check traction control on it smells like something is burning. So i have to pull over and shut it off all the time until the lights are gone.
The check traction control comes on..... Brake light, abs light and traction off light keep coming on intermittently.turn off ignition and then they go off for a short time then back on.
Abs lights on dash comes on especially when its hot out. Brakes lock up when trying to stop fast. Was told its a defective abs control module. Ford issued a revised or updated module. Its too expensive to replace right now.
The date pertains to the first occurance. The abs & red brake light will illuminate. When this happens the vehicle has lost the assistance of the abs durning an emergancy stop. The dealers diagnostic report requires the abs control module to be replaced at my expense. This vehicle has less than 20,000 original miles.
The abs and the red brake light came onthe instrument panel. Had the computer or something reset a couple of times but the lights keep coming on. Been doing this for a number of years.
We have had our brakes serviced back in 2008, and once before that in 2003 (almost a year after we purchased the car). In the past couple years, the abs light and the parking brake light have constantly been turning on after five minutes of driving. The brakes still work, but i am unaware of why the lights continue to come on. When we had our brakes serviced in 2008, the lights have already been coming on, and replacing the brakes did not help. Brakes have been an issue for our windstar since we bought the car.
My abs warning light came on and the brake warning light was coming on and off.i took it to be repaired and a code showed up for an abs sensor on the front left tire.it was replaced. The lights are still coming on and going off and back on etc...i took the van back and a new code appeared-c1185.this code does not show up in the list of codes for my vehicle on my mechanics computer. My mechanic believes it is an abs relay malfunction. I called a ford dealer who said his computer was not working properly and to call back another time. There have been many recalls on this model van and i have had many problems with it for many years.when it comes to brakes, it is a safety issue.
This is a continuing situation:after driving a short distance and applying the brakes the first time; as the car slows to 5mph, the brakes fail and a grinding/cranking type of noise is heard; after a small distance the brakes re-engage and stop the car; very dangerous; the abs light then comes on and the brakes work normally* without abs controls.this situation happens every time that the car is started until the abs light comes on and apparently disengages the abs system.
Abs and brake light come on at same time , this happens randomly .stop vehicleturn off and restartand lights will go out, they will stay off for one day to one month -- no pattern -- this vehicle has had the recall done.
Abs and brake light came on took it to ford dealer said its the abs ecu box. They always having this problem with a wire inside the box coming lose
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving 30 mph when the abs, traction control, and parking brake warning lights illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 122,840.
Brake and abs light go off and on could smell hot copper wire ....code like 11 brake codes all due to abs module.
Ecu module for abs is shorted out and causes gauge cluster to short out. This causes abs light & brake light to turn on and all gauges stop working and they jump around . This was diagnosed byford dealershipin wi. Said brake fluid leaks in to ecu and shorts out wires .told me. $2000.00 to fix. These problems are a safety issue . Absand speedometer and gauges don'twork . Should be a recall .
Abs light has been on for years. Took the vehicle to get serviced assuming brakes were needing maintenancedue to illuminated abs light on panel and breaks squeaking. Reliable mechanic shop informed me that the vehicles brakes were fine and no replacement is needed, but that my abs would not function properly. I was told the abs light was electrical and that it would cost a lot to fix (don't recall the cost). The brakes have failed twice recently with brakes locking and no abs. After researching i see the abs warning light is an issue with this vehicle and numerous complaints have been made. Recall should be made before people get hurt!!
Rear axle break due to corrosion of acknowledged inadequately designed axle.break happened in the reinforcement bracket installed do to initial axle recall for potential break due to corrosion..car was on city street in motion to freeway onrampfortunately the axle broke prior to entering freeway.axle break resulted in sagging axle and a wheel tilted inward at about 20 degrees and wedged against the inner wheel well.tire started to smoke.car is undriveable.the repair is estimated to $1400.ford will not accept any financial responsibility for this break in the brackets installed to prevent the break.additional components are also needing repair and replacement due to the break of the axle.
Abs light is on most of the time. Sometimes it will go off and then it is continually on.
Arrived at destinations and stopped.tried to leave, brakes had not released and would not release.. Had to drive home against the brakes which were smoking upon arrival at home.next day, brakes went back to normal.two days later, same occurrence.brakes would not release, overheated, brake pedal pushed hard up with all brakes applied.nest morning after cool down, brake pedal resting on floor; would not pump up; no brakes.since i have owned this vehicle, brake and abs indicators come on for no apparent reason, i.e., 3 drops of rain on windshield and indicators come on.ford dealer was made aware of this, said it was an ecu problem and did nothing about it, saying it would cost me about $700 to fix.
The abs and the brake light come on after driving 4-5 miles. The lights go off when the ignition is cycled. There isbrake fluid leaking onto the scds circuit which may be related to this issue. I've had this vehicle serviced by ford for about a half dozen issues and i think the scds was one of them ( 09s09 ), so what ever they did it didn't solve this safety issue.
When i started the vehicle to go shopping everything seemed fine till i got about 25 miles from my house that is when i got stopped at my first red light that when i was waiting for the light to turn green the abs and park brake lights came on so i pulled over at my nearest convenience shut the van off checked under the hood and everything looked fine, i got back into the van and the lights went out, finished my shopping the about 4 minutes after i started the van to come home while waiting in traffic the lights came back on but the brakes felt fine so i drove it home. I had a brake shop check it out and they determined that it was the abs control module (ebcm to be exact) and that it was safe to drive it just wouldn't have abs functioning when the light comes on, contacted ford dealership about the issue but when they checked it the light was out and said there was nothing wrong and because it wasn't a recall nothing can be done about it and if i wanted it brought in to fix it it would cost me $785 dollars. So i looked online and it seems to be a common occurrence with this vehicle and to me a safety issue that should be addressed by the manufacturer and fixed as it seems that it is a bad solder-joint in the ebcm that is causing this error and could potentially cause a fire from what i read in online posts. I am not looking for a free fix i just want ford to step up and fix the safety issues on vehicles they make
Problems encountered: rear windows not working,had motors replaced worked for about 6 months then intermittent then quit working within 6 months. Abs and brake light on dash goes on and off. A/c stops blowing for about 20 seconds then resumes blowing.keyless entry works sometimes,sometimes it don't. Speedometer slower than it reads and mileage may not be correct. Windshield wipers not working properly. Intermittent settings on wipers quit working and when you turn off wipers they stop in middle of windshield. I have an 88 year old father with no legs and this is the vehicle i have to drive him around in. Do not feel safe!!
Abs brake light onbrake light onthe (mostly unserviceable) ecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185.it also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable.
The issue is caused by heat in the abs (anti-lock brake system) ecm (electronic control module) (2c219) module causing expansion of a large aluminum plate (heat sink) in the ecm which is attached to the ecm main circuit board at all points. The expansion occurs when the unit gets warm especially in the summer months and causes intermittent electrical connection in the unit because the fragile board is being stretched and malformed. The code most commonly scanned by professional mechanics is code c1185. Seen by us owners as a yellow abs brake light.
The abs system have been intermittently operating for a while and cased the are to almost rear end a vehicle.both the abs and brake lights are one when if fails. This fault first occurred around 78,000 miles.replaced the abs module and thesecond one had the same issue. Ford indicated that they wanted me to buy a new part at >1250$. Not sure that it would work any better that the two i have or felt that it would not last.
Illumination of the abs and brake lights on the dash, they do not go out until vehicle is restarted, i have had the vehicle to several mechanics and none seem to be able to correct the issue. Recently the front brakes seem to be warped resulting in jerking motion while stopping, brakes and rotors just replaced 1 month ago.
A few weeks after purchasing my van i had issues with my brake light and abs light coming on while i was driving. It did seem to cause any issues and the lights when off ever time i turned my van off and then back on. A few months ago i was coming up to a red light so naturally i started to slow down when i tried to come to a complete stop i kept going. The perfect way to describe what happen, it felt like i hit my brakes on a solid sheet of ice. I could here the abs clicking and also felt the vibration in the brake pedal. That day it was 95 degrees and sunny. I almost caused an accident and the only things that stopped me was the emergency brake. It continued to do it every time i tried to slow down to stop that i refused to put my children in the vehicle. Last week after almost causing a few accidents i ended up pulling the main fuses to the abs. Since i have done this the only issue i have had is my speedometer acting up. I feel that ford needs to seriously look into this issue. I have already had 5 recalls fixed on my van and this needs to be another one.
Abs and brake lights have been off and on for years. Have had the brakes looked at many times and they are always said to be fine. Today, while driving along, the radio went off when i rolled up the window...thought that was strange so opened window....radio back on, closed window....radio off. Thankfully i was very close to home as the windows stopped opening and closing, radio shut off, odometer reading disappeared, clock lights disappeared. I made it to the driveway, turned it off and it did not turn back on. Came inside and started to search "2001 ford windstar abs and brake lights on"......i'm appalled at how many complaints i have found. Husband and friend did a check and it may be the alternator....but after what i've read we will definitely be checking for fluid in the abs control module. If it turns out it is the abs control module (after reading the numerous complaints) i will be calling ford to let them know what i think. For many, many years we let ford service our van and i swear after each service we ended up with another problem within weeks of the service. I've not had trust in our local ford dealership for a long time. Based on what i've read in the last 2 to 3 hours i am completely shocked and saddened that ford hasn't stepped up and offered to rectify this problem. I love my windstar! as long as we can be certain that it is still safe to drive we will keep it on the road. But when it is time.....we will never do business with ford again.
Abs light goes on. Mechanics clear the error and cannot find a cause. It goes on again later. Goes off sometimes when you stop and restart vehicle.
Abs and brake warning lights go on resulting in the inactivity of the antilock braking system.this is an intermittent problem resulting in a major braking safety issue.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that there was an unknown fluid leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the abs module and brake booster were defective which caused a brake fluid leak. The dealer replaced the abs module. The failure mileage was 93,850.
All recalls completed. Abs and brake lights are still on. Had tech check codes first round:c1235,c1185, c1198, c1194, c1254, c1246, c1250, c1242, & c1214second round:c1185, c1198, c1194, c1254, c1250, c1242, c1214, & c1210third round:c1198, c1194, c1254, c1246, c1250, c1242fourth round:no codes presentfive minutes driving lights come back on.
I took my vehicle for a recall for the rear axle a year ago and they sprayed some sealer on it and said it was good to go. So now the axle is cracked, and ready to snap. What should i do? also there is a recall on the brake pressure deactivation switch on my vehicle which is leaking brake fluid on the wiring harness.i shouldn't be driving it, but i need to get to boston. Again what can i do about this?
Vehicle had a recall on the speed control deactivation switch (scds) in 2009, repair was done by installing jumper as scds was not leaking.took vehicle to dealer as brake light was on.found leaking scds to be problem.ford contacted to cover repair as scds was known to be bad when recalled in 2009, but was not leaking.the leaking scds caused the jumper (installed during recall) to go bad and leak brake fluid out of scds.ford advised that "sorry, there is nothing we can do because the recall had been done."customer care personnel elevated concern to supervisor, who also reiterated ford's stance that the original recall had been performed and there was nothing that could be done.our concern is for the safety of my family and children who get taken around in this vehicle.ford kept saying, "sorry..."case was closed with no action on safety issue.i guess loss of brake fluid from a known bad part is of no concern to ford.repair for bad part and previously recalled part and labor was over $200.ford knew part would leak and advised dealers to replace scds if leaking during inspections.for knew the texas instruments part was bad, but only changed the ones leaking.if it leaked after the recall work was done, it would be the customer's responsibility.
Brake light and abs light for braking system come on randomly when driving.i brought my vehicle in to the ford dealership and they said my brakes were fine but the light still comes on.at the same time my vehicle.stumbles when operating at low speeds.
I am in the process of trying to figure out what is going on. While driving on the interstate (with cruise control on) i noticed the od light started flashing and the check engine light came on. I pulled over and the brakes were smoking to the point i was afraid there would be a fire. I had to sit on the side of the road with my toddlers and wait for it to stop smoking. I was still about 20 miles from home. I am not someone who is fortunate enough to have family nearby or friends who could help. We are on a tight budget with a child who has special needs and only one working parent so could not afford a tow. The 'check engine' light stayed on but the od was off upon starting the vehicle. The od came on 2x in the 20 miles it took to arrive. Each time it came on i pulled over, turned the van off and back on. When the od was flashing when i let off the accelerator, even on an incline, it was slowing me down so i figured the brakes were engaged. With the cruise control on i was unable to tell so i was pushing it up to 70mph with the brakes going against it. On the way home i did not use cruise control but it kept happening only it was very noticeable that the brakes were rubbing. There is now brake dust all over my tires and the side of the van. This could have caused an accident, this could have caused a fire! my daughter is disabled and in a complex child restraint system with straps and positioners. I also have a 1 yr old and if something had happened i am not confident i could have gotten them both out in time had a fire started. I need this van to carry my daughters wheel chair around. I am extremely irate. We bought this vehicle 3 months ago (second hand)!!!! something needs to be done about this issue since i have read online that it is actually common!!! they are saying the code is p1744 torque converter clutch system stuck in off position. $3000 to fix!!!
Abs/brake lights stays on.
Abs ecm failure - abs brake light on (intermittently) as well as the brake light (intermittently) and check engine light (permanently).
Abs light and brake light keeps coming on.
My brakes and abs light stays on even after repairing brakes my abs system is not working, one day while raining i try to stop my vehicle and it kept on going.
Abs and brake lights have been going on and off intermittently for several years, brakes are fine according to mechanic.ford ran a diagnostic 7/10/2013 and recommended replacing the abs module at a cost of $1061.if the brakes are fine why should i have to pay for a replacement of a module that is widely known to be defective and sadly causing my van to not pass state inspection.i cannot afford to replace this and now i have no way to continue going to work.thank you ford, you put a defective part in my vehicle and force me to have to replace it at my expense so i can get through inspection.i will never buy another ford again nor will i fix this at my expense.there needs to be a forced recall on this common defective issue.
Brake and abs lights came on during driving, can happen at any speed.it could be reset at first by stopping, turn off engine then restart.at first, it can go for a couple of weeks before it happened again.but lately it happens more often and ignition off/on to reset is only about 50% successful.
Abs and brake light constantly staying illuminated.
Just recently, in the past couple months, the abs lights go on intermittently on the dashboard, warning that there is a problem.we took it to the ford dealership, and they said it may need a new ecu or computer module, but they said it was safe to use.however, the manual says when the lights are on, the abs system and traction control are disabled...there seems to be a recall, but no one at the dealership mentioned any issue.it seems strange for a car with 68,000 miles to have this go out - we want to make sure it is not a covered item before paying $ 1,400 for a new part.thank you.
While sitting at the red light my brake light, abs light, over drive lights all came on and then my speedometer would not register when i started to go when the light turned green.
I came up to a stop sign, the entire front axle broke off the frame, i lost steering, brakes, had to slam it into park to stop. I ended up across the road. There was a recall in 2011 for the axle mount and ford decided it only needed a coating on it, 5 seconds later we would of been on the highway and killed.i emailed ford and they said the recall was still open, the ford dealer never closed it, so they won't help me. That is bull, the coated it and forgot to close it out, thats their fault, i can take pics if you want them.
I didn't have a crash i noticed that my abs brake and tire pressure light was staying on and a short time after i started hearing a loud rumbling noise in the front end every time i slow an it's impossible to make sudden stops and at times my speedometer starts flickering back and forth as well as my cruise control is currently inoperable. I have limited driving this vehicle in which i purchased due to feeling it is not in a safe manner for my children to be in. I have had several shops as well as individuals that told me these areas are common to go out on this specific vehicle and that there is possible recall. I just want to be able to drive my van with out worrying if i'm going to be able to come to a stop when needed as well as not knowing if i could possible break down or something break in the front end while i am driving at somewhat high speeds. Thank you and hope to hear from someone soon in regards to this situation!
Brake pressure switch leaking brake fluid onto wiring harness causing cruise control and abs brake issues.potential fire hazard.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the abs and the brake warning lights illuminated constantly. The dealer was notified and informed her that there were no recalls for either failure on her vehicle. The vehicle was not inspected by a mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 136,000.
Abs light and brake light on/ off more then 5 years every time driving , brake working fine. All the gauge moving crazy about 1 a week. Winter time the problem less.
Abs and brake lights keep coming on and off.also have shaking in suspension front and back.dealer conducted the back axle repair but the vehicle still has a little shake with new tires and front end alignment.
Both of my brake lights, at the same time, come on and off on my dashboard. Within the past year i have had both the front and back brakes fixed, including new lines, calipers,rotors, etc..and the lights still randomly come on.
My abs light and brake light came on. I pulled over. Waited for the car to cool down. Light didn't good away. I have already gotten the recall for cruise control done. I tested and the abs system is definitely not working. Luckily, i grew up without abs, and know to pump the brakes. I am getting the c1185 dtc.
Abs system is inoperable, abs light and brake light comes on at different intervals of time when i am driving.it often happens when i hit a bump or after the car has been running for a period of time.it comes on more frequently in hot weather.
My abs light and brake light come on some days not all the time nothing wrong with brakes.
Abs and emergency brake lights came on.turned vehicle off,waited briefly, and turned the vehicle back on, lights weren't visible. Next errand run of the day, got a couple of miles away from the house, when the lights came back on. Went into store, came back out, started the vehicle, and lights stayed off.
The brake fluid is leaking from the brake pressure differential deactivation switch.i called russ milne ford my local dealership and where the vehicle was purchased and they said there was no recall, but when i looked it up online it states it is a major problem and could cause a fire.the said it would cost about $90 or so to fix it.i have already put a over $2000 in repairs in the last 2 years on this vehicle.i feel this should be fixed for free being it is a problem that they are very well aware of.
Three days this week our van brake and abs lights came on in the morning and did not go off on my wife's drive to work. Two evenings the lights came on while running at normal speeds(55). The brakes seemed to operate properly but i don't know if my abs will function in a emergency. We bought this van new in 2001.
Turned on van with all this occurring at once: "check transmission", speedometer not working (reads 0mph), "abs" light stays on, "brake" light stays on, "o/d off" light flashing, "trac off" light illuminated, "fuel computer data error", "oil life data error", "traction control data error", outside temperature "error", odometer malfunction reads "-----------", cruise control not working, ac not cold, hot air not hot.
Brake light and abs light continue to come on. Happens more in the warmer months. Something must be wrong because it come on all the time now. If i shut the car off and turn it back on, it will go off. Sometimes it will stay off and sometimes it comes back on after a few minutes of driving. I'm concerned that this is not safe and that there may be some bigger issue. The last thing i want is for my van to lose it's ability to brake with my family inside.
The dashboard brake light and abs light illuminate sporadically for extended periods of time.
Abs light on and brake light on, nothing is wrong with the brakes they work fine. Apparently this is a known issue that ford hasn't issues a recall on it. Ecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185. It also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable.
The traction control and abs lights go on. Now the abs does not function properly when warmer weather. Reading only has shown the ecm has a faulty solder joint that wears down in summer. It is intermittent issue, but large safety risk.
Abs warning light, large red brake light turned on in instrument panel plus increased brake stopping distance.problem intermittent.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the abs and brake warning lights illuminated and that the brakes failed to function. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the abs brake module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 155,000.
Abs and brake lights come on and off at different times when driven. My light system stays on all the time.please help me get it recalled.
My abs light/brake light is on - started 2007- was told it would cost 1200.00 dollars to fix it; that it was ok to use the car in this condition. 8/14/14- replaced the wheels bearings on thefrontright andleft wheels-after the bearings / and sway bars were replace still hear a grinding noise front the right front of vehicle. Noise becomesmore pronounced the longer you drive the vehicle .also the abs/brake light is still on when you drive the car.
At approximately 16:45 after driving 6 miles that day, the windstar van was stopped and the ignition key turned off. The delivery driver went inside his destination for about 5 minutes. While loading his cargo, he smelled smoke. Looking up, he noticed flames coming out of the engine compartment between the hood and the windshield wiper plastic shielding. Using an onboard 5 lb fire extinguisher, he attempted to extinguish the flames but to no avail. He dialled 9-1-1 on his phone. Employees at his destination also noticed the fire, and contacted the local fire department as well. The fire department extinguished the flames with severe damage to the rear portion of the engine, the fire wall, brake cylinder and glass windshield. The ambient temperature that day was in the 70 degrees range, windows were down in the van, and the a/c system was not in use.
My windstarsince they day i bought it used has had the abs trac off and brake lights come on at the same time when first taking off after starting the engine and stay on until the next drive then they do it again i've heard of a lot of people having this same issue i think its time for a recall!!
Braking distance suddenly increased.abs dash light as well as red brake light illuminate intermittently .all systems checked, fluid levels at proper height, no abs codes, replaced driver side speed sensor as visual inspection revealed a crack in the housing.abs lightremains intermittent and abs activates randomly, mainly at speeds less than 10mph.
As mentioned on the http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ website, we seem to have this problem:6/25/12 - another recall effort is in the works. The (mostly unservicable) ecu master relay has a bad soldier joint which fails prematurely and causes the abs light and dtc c1185. It also causes the enhanced abs braking system to become inoperable. If your abs light is on. Report the problem at nhtsa - safercar.gov. Use the category brakes, the more reports the better a chance of continued action.
I was driving at around 30 mph, 2 cars in front slammed on brakes, i was approximately 1 1/2 car links back and hit the brakes. Abs failed, airbags failed, and slid into car in front of me. I was on a city street going straight.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the brake pedal delayed in responding. The contact mentioned that when attempting to park, the brake pedal traveled to the floor board. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle would need to be towed to another shop in regards to it being a modified vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to another independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive and that the frame was rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Abs light turning on and still keep on from since. One year before, the light is turning on in summer time and is turning off (at depend on the day orirregularities on the road). The problem ceases during fall and winter. I was informed that exist a ford recall for that, but i will never received a letter from ford. Because a lot of people have experimented problem with abs light with ford windstar 2001, i assume it is important to sign a complain for that.
The abs warning light and parking brake light both illuminated, and according to the manual that indicates that the abs system was not functional. Both lights now come on and turn off (always in unison) randomly and with no apparent reason.
Abs light and brake light keeps coming on then off.
On 8-7-13 i was driving back home an 2 lights prior to my street the brakes started clicking when pressed and after a few blocks they started working fine. Today the same happened when driving downhill from where i live. I took it to have it checked because of the abs light and i was given dtc c1185. They said that the abs modulator needs to be replaced and they gave me an estimate of $950. I was looking for the part and found that i am not alone in this issue. Therefore i am posting it.
The parking brake and abs warning lights come on intermittently and tend to stay on when the vehicle is warm.this vehicle has already had the recall 09v399000 performed on it so the lights coming on should not be related to that issue.it appears to be the same problem that many other people are experiencing with their windstar vans which is a bad solder on the abs control module circuit board.i have only driven the van a few thousand miles since the lights started coming on so i have not noticed any loss of function that other people have experienced.
My abs and brake light intermittently turns on for no reason. Sometimes when i'm stopped at a light, others when i'm braking and others i'm cruising at highway speeds. Sometimes it happens every day, sometimes once a month. If it turns on i can normally turn it off by turning the key off and restarting the car.and wile they are on my abs does not function at all.
Traction control engages when turning.acceleration is limited while traction control is engaged.anti-lock brakes engage when stopping causing extra stopping distance.dry pavement.
Intermittent illumination of abs warning lamp and red brake system warning lamp during driving - no underlying brake system malfunction; also, abs and brake system warning lamps occasionally remain on after start-up warning system check cycle .
After running/driving my van for about 10 mins. The "abs" and the "brake" lights show up on my dashboard. My brakes make a screeching noise when i apply the brake and a grinding noise as well. My main concern is the safety of my family while i'm driving my van with them in it. Please inform me of how to take care of these problems.thank you for your time.
My 2001 windstar started having electrical problems a couple weeks after i had all the other recalls taken care of.i turned the van on and all my needles went crazy darting back and forth, and my driver door censors aren't working now. The next day was the same and my abs and brake lights on the dash are on and won't turn off. I have also had to keep my interior lights turned off completely because at any given time my vans door censors will decided that the door isn't closed. This is the second windstar i have owned and at this point i will never buy another ford. The safety of my children and myself is much more important.
Vans abs light and brake light come on together affecting braking performance.
We were headed home on the freeway and turned onto our exit. My husband put his foot on the brake to start slowing the van down, but the pedal did nothing. He was able to stop the van by coasting and switching into reverse. He then got out and checked fluid which was full and checked the brake lines which were fine. There was no warning signs or anything that our brakes were going to fail. I am just glad that we were already at our exit and there was no other traffic! we had our 5 children in the van with us at the time. I have been researching and reading about the abs problems in our year windstar and am hoping ford decides to take some action on the matter!
My abs light comes on and my abs doesn't work!also my vehicle has an issue with starting. It could happen once a week or once a month. It is so weird, i have replaced the starter, the sensors. Tested everything else and nothing is bad. Don't know what else to replace.
Abs and brake lights always on
The abs and brake lights appear then disappear on dash. Unsure on the state of abs and brakes.
Abs warning light comes on along with emergency brake light.the lights stay on for varying periods and then go out only to return at irregular intervals. No change in vehicle operation is noticeable.
My vehicle has a abs fault light caused by a faulty ecu master relay.this causes the abs and brake fault lights to light on my dash board.the fault code reads c1185 from the engine diagnostics.this has rendered my abs system inoperable.
Abs and brake light have been intermittently been coming on and going off for years.i was told by a mechanic not to worry , just a loose wire somewhere!now i am concerned about the possibility of a fire!i have had all recalls completed according to the local ford dealer.the problem is worse in the summer months.i like my van but am concerned enough to start looking for another car!
Whiledriving my windstar van the abs light came on and stayed on. At random times the brake lightcomes on and off. When both brake lights are on the cruise control doesn't work.
Abs light, brake light, tail light, tire pressure light all came on.
Abs and brake warning lights light intermittently while driving. This indicates a very serious problem of failure of the ecm module that controls the anti-lock braking systema quick fix is to pull off the road, turn off the engine, and then restart it. This appears to be a very common problem with many ford windstars.
On several different occasions i will be driving my van and the abs and brake light come on. Finally today we were able to get a code and it is 1185. We were not able to get a code up until today because when you turn the vehicle off it resets thelights on the dash. My mechanic is looking up the code to see what it is. This is scary since it has something to do with the abs or master cylinder.
Intermittent abs and brake warning lights on since 2009 - 6 years without reliable abs braking system due to a poor manufacturing issue and still no recall.please investigate!!
Intermittent abs brake light.light comes on and goes off at will.
Abs system warning lights came on. Had checked out. Over last 2 years has continued and now the odometer stopped working and brake system problems with abs. Mechanic says faulty abs system again.
Abs service brakes lights come on. Has been happening since 2006 90% of the time in the summer in moderate to high outside temperatures.
Abs brakes are activating during normal braking.my abs and brake lights started coming on about 3 years ago. My abs brakes actually activated while i was braking in normal road conditions, no gravel, rain, etc.. My son was driving and i was in the passenger seat. We were coming to a stop at a highway and the car wouldn't stop when he broke. It just kept going. It was very scary. Didn't know what it was but just assumed it was a one time deal.the lights continued to come on off and on ever few weeks.about a year later the abs brakes activated again while i was driving through town (30 mpg) and coming to a stop. When i was going around 5 mpg and there was a car stopped in front of me my car would not stop. It kept "pulsating" and moving forward. Scared the heck out of me.i almost rear ended the car in front of me.at this point i took it to the local ford dealer. They ran a $100 diagnostic and said it was the abs module that needed to be replaced...$980 later.the clerk told me that this may not fix the problem but that they needed to do this *first.we did not have it replaced since they could not guarantee this would fix the problem.the lights continued to come on but at closer intervals.last week, august, 2012 it happened for the 3rd time; the abs light did not come on during this episode.i was coming to a stop at a highway entrance.... My car would not stop again! it kept pulsating and pulling forward towards the oncoming traffic. Very scary!! the brake and abs lights are now coming on 2-5 times were driving trip.
The abs and hand brake kept coming on intermittently. The braking distance has increased. And now the lights are on almost permanently. Based on reports, am afraid if this is going to result in a fire eventually.
From time to time, the abs and brake lights come on, usually as you are just driving, which makes the abs system inoperable. Ford has looked at this problem and actually stated they are not sure whatthe problem is or how to fix it. With that said, the car is not inspectable and makes it difficult.this should be a recall issue!
Abs light comes on and appears one side tries to engage abs. Mechanic says many codes are displayed.
Brake lights went on as well as abs lights and traction control lights, vehicle started to brake on its own while driving about 40 miles an hour.this happened twice for a few seconds and then i had control again. Very scary....
During the course of normal driving, on a ford windstar with less than 100k miles, the abs system failed.the abs/tc/e-brake lights all came on, permanently.i had to have the system replaced, at extensive cost.in online research it turns out this is a fairly common problem, potentially due to leaking fluid from the scds component.nhtsa please make ford deal with this!
Abs and brake lights come on. Go off when vehicle is turn off and back on. Problem is intermittent. Less so in cooler weather. Front and back brakes check out o.k. No sign of fluid leak in brake system, however abs seems nonfunctional. Had dealer check lights. Said couldn't find a problem with the brakes and that the abs module might be bad. Read that numerous other owners have the same problem. I feel that these cars were assembled with defective abs modules.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at a very slow speed, the front passenger side coil spring fractured also causing damage to the brake line. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was discovered that both the driver side and passenger side coil springs had been cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also indicated that while operating the vehicle, the abs and brake sensor warning lights would illuminate. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
While driving down the road abs light and brake light came on at the same time. This has happened from time to time and seems to go away and then come back after turning the vehicle on and off.
Abs light comes on intermittently, even in summer with no adverse driving conditions.it stays on for varying lengths of time, then disappears for some time, then out of the blue comes back on.braking a little bit harder than usual does seem to trigger it.also, recently, the cruise control just suddenly stopped working.it worked fine one day, then all of a sudden, a day or two later, i hit on, but it refused to set.i tried again on another day and it still wouldn't set.
I purchased. This car in august 2013 before i got the car has 20 miles down the road the brake light came on subsequently both the abs and the emergency brake light has come on and off the abs light is on most of the time and there is a noise when breaking my mechanic doesn't know what it is and i have found out that this is a recall problem on other vehicles by calling the ford dealer and looking online.this particular van is not covered but it's clearly having the same problem. The speed control stop working within three or four months of my having the car as well.and the rear wiper doesn't work and i'm very suspicious as to why.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the brake light continued to illuminate after the emergency brake was disengaged. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact stated there was a manufacturer's recall for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.
This van looks fine on the outside,but the frame and floor are rusted out. I was driving on a city street when the brakes went out and when i took it to be repaired the mechanic at carls body shop , where it was ti be repaired told me it was beyond repair and unsafe to drive. The van is made to transport a wheelchair and the area where the wheelchair is rusted the worst.the mechanic also took pictures of the under body to show me how bad it really was.
My abs light and brake light and tractoin controll lights are all on at all times nowand my speed domitor has slowly gone out on my 2001 windstar sel the date below is an aprox
After repairing my speed controller my abs and brake lights have been coming on the dashboard intermittently and are coming on more and more. Took it to the dealer and no codes show up,but i do not trust it .
Ford windstar brake, abs brake, cruise control, and speedometer/odometer electrical problems*brake light (red) stays on* 15 amp fuse #10 blowing out* fire or smoke coming from under the van abs ecm area while off. * melted abs ecm wiring connector. * speedometer and odometer stop working.* cruise control will not activate or deactivates without warning. * abs brake light (yellow).
Constantly being troubled by the brake/abs light on the dash board. Upon going to auto zone and checking what kind of code comes up for the problem, i received 20+ codes relating to brakes/abs problems. I looked up the problem and discovered it was very popular amongst ford windstars from 1999-2003. I have a 2001 ford windstar and this problem is very troublesome. Upon requesting a quote to fix this problem, i was looking at $2000+ (parts, labor and warranty). It seems the abs module is bad, and it itself costs $550 just in parts. This problem is persistent among a lot of ford windstar and potentially dangerous and life threatening. I would like ford to take some sort of action and issue a re-call.
Abs light comes on when the van reaches approximately 20 mph.also the brake light comes on in warm to hot weather.took the van to the dealership and was told that the problem may be the ecu.i did some research and found this is a very common issue with the ford windstar.
My 2001 windstar had been making a scrunching noise each time i went off a curb.i took it to a tire place as that's when i found the crack in the axle in august 2010.the tire dealer didn't make that kind of repair so i call ford dealership who told me to bring the car in and that a recall had just been issued.my car sat for six months.on 1/26/2011 the dealer called and said my axle had been repaired and that i could pick the car up.i couldn't pick it up that day. On 1/27/11 i heard the news state a new recall and i looked it up.turns out my car is involved in that recall too.i went to the dealer and i communicated to them that i do not want that vehicle back under any circumstances.the abs light has been malfunctioning for three years or more.since i got the vehicle i hadmany problems with sensors and i have had to replace the transmission after having only around 78,000 miles on the vehicle.i completed all maintenance on my vehicle as suggested by ford, yet i have had so many problems.i called ford on 1/27 and told them i do not want the vehicle back.they said a buy back isn't being offered for this recall at this time.it may be offered when the letter is distributed.i still do not want this vehicle back.i have three children and i cannot trust that this vehicle is safe.
I have had my 2001 ford windstar for 4 years, and i have replaced the brakes pads and rotors 5 times and looks like i will be on my 6th replacement soon...the abs light on the dashboard keeps on in the engaged and will not release.
Front end steering,disturbing front end frame sound,abs lights noticed abs braking problem,brake light,od light,interior lights flash on and off intermittently when driving. Have to cut the van off and restart for to stop that only last awhile. .took into dealer for recalls still dealing with electrical problem so forth. I never been so scared of an vehicle in my life.
The abs warning light and red brake light come on intermittently. That isonce or twice a week, usually on hot days, these lights come on.but when the car is restarted they are off. I have read on the internet that this is a common problem with ford windstars and is due to a malfunctioning abs electronic module.replacing the module does not guarantee that the problem will not come back.this can be serious problem since abs system is not working when lights are on.
Abs failure - 2001 ford windstar.
Abs failure and electronic control module not working.
The abs warning light and brake warning light on my ford windstar come on after a few minutes time.the light takes longer to come on during colder weather, but will eventually come on if i drive the van long enough.i have tested my brakes during the winter on slippery roads after this has happened and have come to realize that i lose my antilock brakes.my wheels lock up and my van slides uncontrollably. This problem has been getting worse over the past couple of years.when it first started happening it occurred only every few weeks or so; now it is a daily occurrence.i understand that this is a problem for my windstar owners.i have not had my brake system repaired yet.i cannot afford the high cost.
2001 ford windstar:speedo inop when red brake light comes on, abs light on, and red brake warning light on intermittently.took to dealer to have recall performed and they informed me that recall would not cover.called ford hotline and they talked to dealer.pulling out of dealer abs light came back on.dealer says problem is not related to abs recall.now took to another dealer and they say $2700 to fix abs ecu, which was supposed to be fixed during the recall.
2001 ford windstar: brake pressure differential deactivation switch (2b264) develops a leak causing brake fluid to work down two wires to the abs brake module, the fluid accumulates on the power connectors for the abssystem which are powered by fuses and the fluid attracts moistureand leads to fire; therefore no speedometer/odometer-cruise control abs brake electrical problems failure. Taking the van to the dealer to be fixed because of major safety problems@ our cost.
The abs light and brake light on dash come on in my 2001 ford windstar. I had the brakes checked out by my mechanic. Can't find a reason why. Lights still keep coming on.
C1185 abs code.short in abs relay output circuit.abs and brake lights continuously on and activating abs.
On or about 10 july 09, the abs light and the brake light on my 01 windstar, were coming on intermittently.on 24 july 09, i took my windstar to meridian ford in meridian, idaho to be checked out.a leaking brake switch and the abs module shorting out were the problems found.i opted to pay $174.42 to replace the leaking brake switch, and i chose to wait to spend $654.00 to replace the abs module.both abs light and brake light still come on intermittently.
I have a 2001 ford windstar.when i received recall notice 09v399000 i brought my vehicle in for the repair.the issue that i was experiencing in regards to the abs/brake lights going on while the car is in use has not been fixed.i believe that there is still and issue that needs to be addressed. This is an ongoing problem.
Many electrical problems over the last 4 years ..the latest was smoke coming from the abs unit. Had the mass air sensor burn up about 9 months ago.
2001 ford windstar abs and brake lights keep coming on for no reason. Might come on when hitting bumps and might not.i have had mechanic look at issue.many failures report.ended up brake relay/control module is bad and needs replaced.approx. Fix $1200 which explains why ford won't admit issue..my niece had same van same issue instead of dealing with it she traded van in.lights don't stay on all the time but both come on at same time and go off at same time.mechanic said brakes will work but no abs available when light is on.i would think ford would recognize this as safety issue.problem has existed for approx. 2 years or more on this van.we have owned for approx. 6-7 years.
2001 ford windstar abs brake issue. The abs, red brake light and abs control unit activates on all stops from 5 mph until a complete stop.
Abs switch below master cylindercaughton fireleaking fluidon wiresthen blew fuse to speedometer and odometer and overdrivedealer says no recall had to buy fuseandtake to garage to fix other problems causedfix wiring badly burnt.
On a very hot day i went over a bump and the red brake light and yellow abs light came on in my 2001 ford windstar.i was panicked that the brakes would fail, but after parking the van and restarting it, the lights were gone.they came back on intermittently over the next couple months.i took it to the dealer a couple times before they told me it needed a new abs module.i research the internet to understand the problem, and why it only happens when it is hot out.we decided to postpone the $700 repair, since it doesn't occur when it is cold out.we had no problems this winter, but now that ithot again, the lights are again coming on intermittently.my understanding is that we won't have abs only when the lights are on.but this is a big safety concern in that we don't know if we will be able to count on the abs system working when we need it.ford should be responsible for fixing this problem since it is definitely a safety issue that results from a defective part they designed.at this point we have not replaced the part, it is still in the van, but i anticipate that we will have to replace it soon as the weather gets warmer and the lights become more frequent.
Loss of brake fluid, melted brake deactivation switch,brake light (red), cruise control will not activate, abs brake light (yellow),ford trouble code c1185.action regarding repair is pending; service person indicated that abs is not functional but brakes will function normally without abs capability.
We bought van used... From beginning abs and brake lights on dash are constantly on. I believe this is causing the also constant beeping. We have gotten a tune up, changed the brakes, oil, airfilter and had the codes checked... Lights are still on and still lots of warning beeps going off !!
Ford windstar 2001 van.periodically the check traction control warning message along with the abs warning light and brake light was coming on.now it seems to be occurring more frequently within the past month or two.
Abs and traction control light on and system not working.
2001 ford windstar abs and brake light comes on and stays on until engine is shut down. I've pulled the fuses for the abs as i'm afraid of fire.
Abs light and brake light kept coming on.several incidents when coming to rolling stop abs brakes would activate and van would not stop even when brake pedal was to the floor. This is after the 2001 ford windstar van was taken in and had the switch recall done.had to have the abs module replaced.
2001 ford windstar sport se #drove vehicle 2 hours, parked car for approx 2 hrs, returned and then unable to start vehicle, battery would fail then car needed jumped. This happened 3 times. Turn car on, abs yellow light, e-brake red light on constantly when driving (intermittent) and will go off when car is turned off.cruise control does not work any longer.pulling e-brake from floor does not trigger red e-brake light. Looked behind air filter, brake fluid saturated on abs brake module and wiring below the brake pressure deactivation switch, leaking coming from the brake pressure switch.looked at the switch under drivers side door (below car), verified sticker on cover (next to abs ecm module) indicated ford (kelsey-hayes).checked fuse #10 & #14 (was not blown). The failure lights continue to come on sporadically.ford needs to make this a recall on the windstar.. Why is it that this is a recall on other ford vehicles with the same parts and failures.this is a huge fire safety hazard. Please make ford make this a recall.
I own two ford windstar lx's, one a 2001 and the other 2003.both have brake and abs lights that come on together.it does not happen in colder weather.in warmer weather, it happens as soon as the van is warmed up.
Abs and brake light came on and then speed thing stopped working so i didn't know what speed i was going. My mechanic said after searching for 2 days that is probably brake pressure switch. I looked it up online and saw many ford windstars had same problem that have even caused fires! thanks
I have a 2001 ford windstar and the plug that plugs into the master brake cylinder is leaking brake fluid.through research to appears that this is a frequent problem with the windstar.
Own 2001 ford windstar. Yellow abs & red brake light stay on constantly. Have already replaced de-ac switch under master cylinder and have new brake pads. Reading fault code c1185, c1198, c1194, c1254, c1246, c1250,c1242, c1214, c1210. All points to abs ecu.
Abs light is o in my 2001 ford windstar even after the recall in 2009 for abs ecm failure - abs brake light.the light continues to stay on for the past year almost and it is causing other defects in my vehicle. My vehicle will shut down on me completely and nothing in my vehicle will work until i get a jump ad it is causing issues with my brake system and transmission!
Abs brake light, brake and trac off light turn on intermittently.
2001 ford windstar with brake & abs lights on all the time.
Hi, i went in to the ford dealership to take my car for a recall for a speed control switch on 2001 ford windstar, after 2 weeks of being there my brakes and abs lights came on at the same time, i told my husband he said maybe i need it brake fluid, we put brake fluid it was missing some but nothing considerable, that was almost at the end of the winter, the lights will come on and off as they felt like it, but now they stay lid all the time, i was looking online and seems to be lots of owners of same car has same problems with both lights staying lid always. Should this be a ford problem or should i spend $800.00 plus labor to get my car fix????
Abs light on 2001 ford windstar stays on & all odometer functions & radio cease operation & freeze in place!
Brake pressure differential deactivation switch located under the master cylinder overtime develops a leak. This can cause a short and a fuse trip is engine is on. This leak falls into the abs module. My brake light and abs light is on and i'm having problems with the brakes. I couldn't make a full stop at the employee parking lot at work. Almost hit another car and one of my co-workers.
Intermittent failure of abs module assy. Ford code 1185. Occurs randomly. Have not taken any action yet. High expense items.
2001 ford windstar abs module.
Mid 2008 our family minivan abs (anti-lock brake system) light started coming on which meant this feature was disabled. The owners manual states this not to be a problem unless the brake! light also comes on and stays on. For a number of years now the brake! light has come on and it is usually just that we'd hit a bump and the e-brake handle had moved slightly and would go off when handle was reset. Recently after driving 25 miles to work with no problem the rear brake seemed to freeze when it was time to go home. The minivan had to be towed to our dealer. We were told there were a number of failures when the car was hooked up to the computer but that the only noticeable problem was there was a cracked half-shaft and tone ring broke which could have caused false computer readings. These two items were fixed and we were sent on our way knowing that if the lights were to come back on there was a possibility the abs module might have to be replaced - with nothing being said of any possible problems with this system, or any explanation of why our rear tire brakes froze. After some internet investigating is appears this problem is more frequent than stated and can result in a fire which is why this agency is being reported to. Aside from the very expensive auto bills which we have already and will have to pay to get these problems fixed we don't want our family to burn up as we're driving down the road. Thank you for your time and we hope this input and others input will help resolve this problem.
On my ford windstar 2001 the abs light and brake light come on mostly when it is warm. I have diagnostic done at harold ziegler ford and they determined the problem in the abs ecm.
2001 ford windstar:abs, traction control system, and cruise control all suddenly fail while driving at highway speeds. Each system works properly at 55mph and lower, until driving on slick or rough pavement; at 60mph or over, all 3 systems are unusable even on dry and smooth pavement.to have speed or braking system not working at the times one might need them presents possible dangerous consequences (fortunately we were able to "pump the brakes", and steer tight-fisted to avoid collisions so far).8tr
For two years my abs and brake light for my 2001 ford windstar will come on after driving for long periods.i have taken to the dealership and they say nothing is wrong and that if the abs light is on it just means that the abs system won't work.well, driving in snow and ice in chicago without abs is a huge issue.
I own a 2001 ford windstar. My abs & brake light came on about 4 weeks ago. It would come on a few min. After it gets warm & not go out till i turn off the vehicle. I took it to the ford dealership in commerce asking if they could check it out. I told the parts assoc' what was going on & he stated for about $1000.00 it could be fixed.(a new sensor) he also stated that most people who have this problem do not bother fixing it due to it will not cause any harm. The abs & brake only apply to things like a rail road track. And that i will still have brakes.
Abs & brake lights are coming on the dashboard intermittently a few times each day. Started doing research and found hundreds if not thousands of people with my exact same complaint and trouble codes stored in the computer. Had problem diagnosed at ford dealership and they say its the abs control module underneath the drivers side door mounted on the bottom of the van. We're going to replace the abs module to turn off the brake lights on the dashboard, and are going to replace the brake switch on the master cylinder to help prevent chance of fire.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch (2b264) located under the master cylinder (behind the air filter) over time develops a leak. This causes a short and a fuse trip, fuse #10 if the engine is on. This leak also causes brake fluid to leak down two wires to the abs brake module (2c219). The fluid accumulates on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attacks moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground. This switch has been the subject of other ford recalls, just not the windstar van yet. Notice the fluid that leaked on the part below it. This switch will cause cruise control problems, speedometer, odometer and abs brake system problems.
Constantly being troubled by the brake/abs light on the dash board. Upon going to auto zone and checking what kind of code comes up for the problem, i received 20+ codes relating to brakes/abs problems. I looked up the problem and discovered it was very popular amongst ford windstars from 1999-2003. I have a 2001 ford windstar and this problem is very troublesome. Upon requesting a quote to fix this problem, i was looking at $2000+ (parts, labor and warranty). It seems the abs module is bad, and it itself costs $550 just in parts. This problem is persistent among a lot of ford windstar and potentially dangerous and life threatening. I would like ford to take some sort of action and issue a re-call.
My abs and brake lights are on and off intermittently throughout every day. The mechanic said that the abs control module was faulty, but when we researched on the internet, we did some checking at the brake pressure deactivation switch and thereis fluid leaking from the bottom of the connection. We took out the fuses, but we understand that this is the problem that causes fires. Please make ford call this as a recall. We have already been through this with our 98 ford expedition.... We don't need to have another car as a fire hazard!
The abs brake system does not function as designed by ford. There is an intermittent failure caused by heat in the abs (anti-lock brake system) ecm (electronic control module) (2c219) module causing expansion of a large aluminum plate (heat sink) in the ecm which is attached to the ecm main circuit board at all points. The expansion occurs when the unit gets warm especially in the summer months and causes intermittent electrical connection in the unit because the fragile board is being stretched and malformed. The code most commonly scanned by professional mechanics is code c1185 and is revealed as a yellow abs brake light and the red brake light coming on in the instrument panel.the abs ecm part is faulty and the ford dealership says ford will not take responsibility for my repair because there is no recall.this defective part affects the safety of the passengers because the abs brake system is disabled when the failure occurs which is approximately 90% of the driving time.i ordered a new abs ecm unit to replace the defective unit to protect my family.original part has to be returned as there is a core charge associated with the purchase of the new unit.
I stopped at a red light and noticed smoke puff out from under the left side of my hood. I thought i was overheating, but my temp gauge showed nothing. As i pulled away from the red light and off to the side of the road i noticed my abs light and my brake light had come on and my o/d light began flashing. My speedometer and odometer had completely shut down. I checked under the hood and saw no visible problems. I drove the vehicle back home and over the next few days i noticed i was losing brake fluid and brake pressure. I parked the vehicle and began driving a second vehicle until i could get a mechanic to check out the windstar. I took it to my mechanic and he said the brake fluid was leaking around the brake pressure differential deactivation switch in front of the master cylinder. He said he had heard there had been problems with this on windstars and recommended i check to see if there had been a recall, which i am doing now.
Frequent and persistent deactivation of the abs system in 2001 ford windstar.this problem has come and gone on the van and there are recalls to cover the fire risk.the abs system will through an alarm when the car is driven. This is an intermittent alarm the comes and goes it the cooler months and if no most of the time in the summer months. When the abs system is disengagedthe breaking distance is much longer when compromised road conditions.we were involved in a near miss when driving in snow and ice. This prompted further investigation and it seems that this is a persistent problem for abs systems on the windstar van.
Abs and brake warning lights on dash board occasionally turn on.once on they remain on until the car is restarted.
1. Seems as if in warmer weather months(may-oct) the abs, brakewarning lights come on intermittently....not at all in rainy cooler/ freezing months (nov-apr)2. Almost everyday the abs, brake warning lights illuminate on the dash. No abs when the lights are illuminated....causing longer braking times in an emergency stop, or possibly a collision in wet weather.3.we were told approx. $1300.00 parts and labor out of our pocket if we want it corrected to replace the abs control module....i guess we will risk it....thanks ford for your outstanding quality!!!
My car experienced intermittent brake emergency light and abs light signals on dashboard, and trouble code "c1185". Dealership diagnosed abs module failure. The repair was made. I discovered from http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ that an nhtsa investigation was initiated on this issue. The dealership which repaired the car still has the old part, but wants to charge me a $100 "core charge" to return it to me. I think that they are trying to discourage me from recovering the part. I would like to know if it is federal law that they must return it to me for free, so it can be used potentially for evidence.
The abs, brake, traction control lights come on and whenever it is warm out and the abs and traction control do not work! this is a serious safety issue effecting stopping and steering control and should be a ford safety recall. A faulty computer board expands and contracts causing malfunctions in the system.
Abs module malfuntios.abs warning lights. Brake warning lights. Traction control warning lights.was told by ford dealer that unit overheats - common problem.
I have had the abs and handbrake lights coming on for a few years.i have been told by the ford dealer in lees summit mo that there is no problem and i can just keep on driving it.
Failed brakes on 2001 ford windstar cause near miss collision. No fix available: i had been driving on the highway with no problems. Exited highway for dinner and attempted to stop at stop sign. Brakes were nonresponsive until pushed all the way to the floor causing a near-miss rear-end collision with the car in front. When brake pedal was released a "popping" sound was heard. This continued for several more stop signs until reaching town to look for assistance.turned vehicle off for about 45 mins. Made calls but no service stations were opened. Restarted vehicle to return home since i was only at the beginning of the trip. Abs and brake lights appeared on dash but later disappeared. Took back roads home at low speeds and allowedextra time for braking. Brakes were fine for the next 10 minutes but then became unresponsive again.took vehicle to ford dealership when opened 2 days later. They could find nothing wrong after test driving.no repairs were made. We feel absolutely unsafe driving this vehicle given the unreliability of the brakes.
I bought a 2001 ford windstar in april 2005.by august, the abs brake came on.i promptly took it to al packer ford and they charged me $545.00 to replace the ba control plus labor.within two years (in august) the light came on again.i researched and found that many families are having a problem.it goes on and off frequently, and i am very concerned about a fire.i can not afford to pay for this piece every two years, especially when it is a defective part.thank you
The abs warning light on my van comes on intermittently.after the vehicle has been turned off for awhile, it will go out.this happens at least once a day, though the light does not come on every time the vehicle is used.this problem has been steadily getting worse over the past three months.also, the brake pressure differential deceleration switch has been leaking brake fluid for many months.i replaced it with a new part from ford a few days ago.
The abs and brake lights on the dashboard light up and stay lit. They will only go off after the key is turned off. It took several trips to the ford dealership for them to diagnose these:perform q test abs system found multiple dtc's cmdtc c1185 abs pwr relay output circuit failure, c1194 lf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1198 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1210 rf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1246 rr outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1250 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1254 rr inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1446 brake switch circuit failure open or shorted to ground, u1262 scp data link fault, fail speed deactivation switch.
2001 ford windstar - recall 09s09 completed - abs and brake lights on dashboard still come on.per internet research - abs ecm brake module 2c219 and "braking distance suddenly increased."
2001 ford windstar -brake light indicator, abs light indicator, odometer inop, squealing brake noise during turns, air conditioning just stopped working.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
Braking distance suddenly increasedwe have noticed that the braking system illuminates the abs and brake light intermittently and there is a corresponding failure of the abs system that prevents it from working properly. Fortunately, we have not yet had an accident as a result of the failure, but we have also not yet replaced the system to fix it.
Brake pressure deactivation switch leaks, causing loss of brake fluid and illumination of brake warning light.replenished fluid, but before switch could be replaced it shorted burning out fuse #10.this caused loss of function of speedometer , tachometer, odometer and ac; abs and brake warning lights illuminated and overdrive off indicator flashes.replacing switch and fuse #10 resolved issue.research on the internet found that failure of this component has led to fires due to brake fluid leaking on other electrical components, though no additional evidence of damage was found in this case.
While driving the van and approaching a stop, the brakes pedal went to the floor and the vehicle would not stop (had to use the emergency brake).we filled the master cylinder back up with fluid, and it worked for 1 day, until the fluid leaked out.then the same issue occurred, but because we were aware of some sort of brake problem, we drove much more cautiously and hesitantly.we stopped the van and drove it home very slowly.the master cylinder has developed a leak where it connects into what i believe is the power booster.in my short research, i have found that this is common, but typically results in fire or faulty dashboard lights.at this point, i have not fixed the vehicle, but will be fixing it today.the failure has not been fixed as of yet.
After filing a serious complaint about an abs brake failure earlier this evening, i continued to research 'complaints on 2001 ford windstars on your website and was shocked at the number of complaints involving the abs system. The false warning lights tied to an 'electrical' problem that are referred to throughout the complaint section are identical to an ongoing problem that we have tried to address with our local dealership for the past two years! on august 26th, the abs failure that occurred in my vehicle while traveling on a highway could have resulted in a fatal accident for myself and my 9 year old son if it had occurred just seconds later.i would have passed the weigh station that allowed the vehicle to decelerate on an incline with the car in neutral and the emergency brake deployed.
2001 ford windstar abs warning light comes on intermittently with fewer incidence of low tire pressure warning light although all tires pressure reads 32psi when cold just had scds switch replaced under recall and was told had nothing to do with the abs warning light.
I took my 2001 ford windstar in for the recall, and still my abs light and brake light are on. I researched online that many people are still having the same problem.
2001 ford windstar has abs warning light combined with emergency brake engaged light causing intermittent warnings.the vehicle has appx 145k miles on it currently.have been experiencing dash warning lights that warn me that my abs system is not working correctly.new brakes, inspection and cleaning. Recently but problem persists.have not been able to determine the conditions that lead up the warning errors.based on research through the internet, conversations with local mechanics and other windstar owners, this problem is not only common but becoming anticipated.it's also my understanding that when the abs light is illuminated the abs system is non functional and my braking ability is compromised.various sources point to a fault in the monitoring system through the design of particular components and repair/replacement is running around $600.it seems clear there was a design flaw in the brake system that is leading to my family's safety being compromised by not having the abs functioning correctly.
We purchased a 2001 windstar. After owning the pre-owned minivan for a few short months we started noticing that the abs, brake, and trac control lights would come one after we started driving. Additionally when the lights are on we do not have abs braking or traction control available. I believe the abs braking system does not work as designed. It seems to happen less frequently during the winter about 60% of the time driving the vehicle. During the other 8 or 9 months the lights are on about 99% of the time. I believe that the website www.fordwindstarrecall.info in problem 2 accurately describes the problem i am having. I believe ford should recall this vehicle to fix this problem. Thank you.
1. Electrical short in engine bay of 2001 ford windstar lx caused blown fuse #10, loss of speedometer, cruise control, abs and brake warning lights, odometer, a/c and temperature controls.replaced fuse, blew again.2. Replaced fuse twice, same results.3. Searched online, found many posts and instructions on repair.purchased a "brake repair kit" from local ford dealer, replaced the brake pressure switch under the "nose" of the brake master cylinder; cleaned brake fluid off the wires and re-connected the old connector to the new wire connector.replaced #10 fuse.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the contact was driving approximately 40 mph, the emissions, abs and rear brakes warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure would recur whenever the engine was in operation. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was previously notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unknown.
Brake light and abs come on simultaneously.
I currently keep getting grunting/popping/moaning noise from the front suspension when turning-braking-starting to move car forward. Already replaced the sway bar links and bushings but the noise still comes and goes.also my brake-&-abs lights comes on and off for no reason. And the locks on the doors work when they want too.just had inspection done again 3 weeks ago but they can not find the problems. Talk with ford about the noise to try to find out if there is any danger of a crash because of this and i keep getting the run around.
Abs, traction control, and brake lights come on shortly after starting the car.abs, traction control are 'off''.safety issue when driving in snow.this problem has occurred 3 times now,over last 2 years, each time i am told its a brake sensor, or the abs sensor. I pay several hundred each time to get it replaced, but problem returns within 6 months. Concern is safety- abs and traction control critical in northern ohio area in heavy snow area- please look into this.
The vehicle is a 2001 ford windstar sel. While driving on wet / slippery roads, the stopping distance is increased due to a failure of the abs system. The failure of the abs system is indicated by illumination of the abs and brake dashboard lights. The frequency of occurrence is any time the vehicle is running during warm / summer weather and less frequently, but still almost daily, during cool / winter weather. The brakes have been fully inspected and worn or suspect parts replaced. At the last service visit (to a different mechanic than previous visits) the mechanic stated that the computer code indicated that the abs control module needed to be replaced. He also stated that this is a common problem with ford windstar vehicles. The failure has not been fixed due to the expense.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that has problems with the "brake" and "abs" lights coming on 95% of the time.the issue has been checked by no less than 2 shops and both have determined that the issue is a faulty abs module.after some online research i have found this to be a very common issue and i believe that it should be investigated.the abs not working properly can result in issues when trying to stop in inclement weather.
My 2001 windstar, has several issues, occasionally, not every time i drive it, the parking brake light and the abs light come on and stay on....and my brake lights will stay on occasionally also, again not every time i drive it.but, if they are on and i don't catch that they are on i can smell something hot, and i have to pull up on the brake pedal and then the lights will go off.i they are left on and i shut the car off and leave and come back to it, the battery will usually be dead....is there a recall out there for this, and how do i get this fixed?
After having the ford windstar oct. 09 09s09 recall fixed on our 2001 windstar due to leaks and malfunctioning a/c and cruise control, the abs and brake indicator lights are still intermittently lighting on the dashboard.the ford dealer we took it to said that when those are on, we have no abs system because the ecm is malfunctioning at those times.we're seeing increased braking distance with this problem.
2001 ford windstar abs and cruise control will both stop working at the same time.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the abs warning light would illuminate at any time. A complaint was filed with the manufacturer, but the manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs. The dealer did not assist with repairs either. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 95,000 and the current mileage was 96,855. The recall for subframe was repaired only, however dealer refused to do a state inspection due to other damage. Updated 11/03/2011 *ln
Braking distance suddenly increased. 2001 ford windstar brake light and abs brake light intermittently on.we took our 2001 ford windstar minivan to our local ford dealership to have the 09s09 recall repaired. The repair was made; however, we are now having issues with the abs and brake light consistently illuminating on vehicle dashboard. The abs and brake light does not illuminate when vehicle is first started up; however, illuminates on vehicle dashboard while driving. Abs / brake system warning lights continue to illuminate on occasion after recall repair performed. Braking distances greatly increased / affected when warning lights are on. Brake pedal travel also greatly increased - pedal slowly continues to floor with steady pressure, accompanied by whooshing sound with no increase in braking power.
Ford windstar 2001 brake and abs light come on after a short distance of driving and remain on. Checked with mechanic who said it's a known problem with ford windstars. This causes me great concern because it means braking distances are increased in an emergency braking or slippery conditions.
Our abs and brake warning lights in the dash have been coming on intermittently for around the last 2 years. We took the van to the ford dealer and they said that the abs should be working as long as the dash warning lights are off. On a recent trip, we were traveling at 35 miles per hour and needed to stop quickly for a car turning in front of us. I slammed on the brakes and the tires squealed (brakes locked-up) instead of the abs activating, thus significantly increasing my breaking distance and nearly causing a wreck. There was no pulsing of the brakes like when the abs is functioning correctly. The dash abs and the brake warning lights were not on before nor after the incident. The dash abs and brake warning lights have come on since then, but the warning lights go off once the car is shut off for awhile. Upon researching this issue on the internet, it appears this is a common malfunction (dash abs and brake warning lights coming on) in 2001 ford windstars.
Abs and brake light indicators come on for no apparent reason. Does not seem to affect the use of the brakes, but if there is a failure how will i know if it is true or false? this has been going on for about 3 years.this appears to be a safety issue and i have talked to other owners of ford products who have the same problem.
Abs and brake light come on intermittently while driving down the road, cruise control stopped working just before fords recall. Nothing done about these problems.
2001 ford windstar. I took it to the dealership to have some safety recalls done. A few days later i was driving along and smoke started boiling out from under the hood so i pulled over and by the time i got stopped and got the kids out safely it quit smoking. I raised the hood and could see some burned wiring under the brake master cylinder. We got back in and drove on then the transmission started shifting wrong and the brake pedal didn't feel right,it felt spongy. I took it to my mechanic who is ase master and ford senior master certified. He replaced the trans range sensor and told me that the fire was caused by a defective cruise control deactivation switch leaking brake fluid.he replaced the switch and advised me to take it back to the dealer and have them do the recall which is what they were supposed to have done in the first place. He said that it also had a damaged abs module and wiring and that was part of the recall.i called them and they said they only did the rear axle recall that was on the letter i got from ford. My mechanic said that they were required by law to complete all safety recalls while it was in their possession. I am going to take it back but i'm afraid to drive it cause it hardly has any brakes. My mechanics said it was because all the brake fluid leaked out of the switch and got air in the lines.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that when starting the ignition, both the abs and brake warning indicators illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure recurred whenever the engine was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the abs module would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.updated 02/22/12*ljupdated 03/01/12
Intermittent brake and abs lights.both lights come on with great frequency.replaced leaking brake switch on master cylinder but still have problem.ford dealer says i need a new abs controller $1,0000.
Abs warning light and brake warning light come on intermittently, after send in for the recall on speed control system modification... Until to abs bulb blew up... But parking brake light remained on... Send it back to dealer... Ask the service advisor "why my both warning light on when i drive... And now my abs light off and parking brake light remain on" and the service advisor told me your abs light never light out when turn on the ignition switch mean that "this vehicle without abs" thank you for the reply given by ford dealer service advisor of he best knowledge....i will not sending my vehicle for any recall in the future.....
Abs light on.
When i started my minivan it was an afternoon.i noticed that when i started driving the minivan it was like forcing it self then i would change the speed and it would sound different but it felt like it was heavy, i would change it to n and it still make this sound like if i was driving on a wet highway and engine was still loud. When i would speed more than 30 mph it just wouldn't respond as it did before. I purchased this minivan not to long ago -i would say close to a month-. When taking it for a test drive everything looked good, sounded ok -other than the shocks that needed to be replaced- and no lights were on.but after two days had gone by the previous owner said that the abs light would "sometimes" turn on and would turn off on its own.so, i had a mechanic inspect the minivan for the replacement of the shock wondering if this might take care of the problem, but after the work was done the abs and brake light started to turn on. Went back to the mechanic because it came making weird sound on the left side so he told me that brake pads also needed to be replaced, so i thought to myself this would take care of the problem which it didn't happen. Now after close to a month of owning this minivan and weather becoming much hotter i noticed this problem. I had a mechanic look at it again today and he suggested that a take it to a ford dealership to have the minivan inspected since he was also aware of arecall done on these types of vehicles.i am just afraid to keep on driving it because i can tell something is just not right and i feel that it's just going to brake down on me anytime soon. And since i have a baby i prefer not to drive or drive a long distance or even on a high speed.
On our 2001 ford windstar: abs deactivation switch on the brake master cylinder leaked to the point of blowing fuse #10.having replaced the fuse twice, i discovered the leak and replaced the switch.the brake fluid in the reservoir was very low, that being the consequence of the leak and the "cry wolf" indication on the brake light being on all the time.the connector to the switch was burned - i replaced it.the danger for us was the brake light "on all the time" was not mentally connected to a leak and loss of fluid because it went off when i replaced the fuse (until the third fuse failure -at that point, the brake light was legitimate but we were in "cry wolf" mode).the old parts are available for inspection.
Abs and brake light come on when driving a few miles after starting car, anti lock brakes do not work. If you shut car off and start back up the lights will go off , they will come back on sometime or stay of for several hundred miles. There were no codes stored to bring up .the speed control deactivation switch has been change .
Abs and brake lights intermittent come on. Recallproblem #2 abs ecm failure on ford windstar.fixed problem #1 speed control switch, harness but not #2my switch was leaking.lucky no fire.but now my sensor (#2) doesn't work.so when the lights come on i have no abs and its scary to think of a brake problem when driving.
Red brake indicator and yellow abs indicator come on randomly. They come on at any speed and usually reset after turn off and turn on.they may come back on immediately or next day. Seems to be false indication. No indication of brake or abs problems.
Braking distance suddenly increased; abs/brake lights came on even though the maintenance for the recall was performed earlier in the day.
Abc problems light on.
Braking distance suddenly increase.
Abs brake light comes on and off.
Driving ford windstar van in warm weather.abs failure light illuminates on dash on a daily basis in summer.downloaded error codes; cleaned ecu for abs.
Regarding defect information report, ford recall 09s09, 49 cfr part 573, october 9, 2009, from the auto safety office, ford motor company, to the associate administrator for safety assurance nhtsa. "service procedure" states "on windstars with a leaking switch the repair will also involve inspection and repair,if necessary, of the abs module connector.repairs will be completed at no charge to owners."my 2001 windstar was diagnosed with a faulty abs module connector on 11/09 and needs to be replaced. The service manager at my local ford dealer refuses to investigate this problem and states he has no knowledge of this potential complication as a result of the leaking switch.abs module connector has not been replaced.
Ford windstar brake and abs brake lights on.light stay on almost all time, it come off eventually and turn on without any warning or reason.unit has been taken to dealer couple times, first visit they did not found anything wrong with it, las week i took again to dealer and they said that the abs module is bad and need to be replaced.
Customer brought vehicle in for abs light on, found scds switch to be leaking brake fluid and replaced with a motorcraft updated switch. After service while vehicle was still in shop bay with ignition off, vehicle abs unit started on fire. We then removed all power from vehicle and found that after removing the abs module connector brake fluid was found inside of abs module, and the connector was melted. We then called ford dealership to see if the were any recalls concerning this vehicle and the abs module and or switch, and were told that there were none. We have since found many articles online concerning this matter, and yet no recall ? another half hour and the doors would have been closed for the night, we would have lost our shop, all vehicles inside. Please make them stand behind this clear and evident problem.
Three months ago, i bought a 2001 ford windstar lx and about a week after the abs and the brake light started to turn on and off sporadically and i noticed that every time i pushed the brake pedal the pedal won't come back up as usual, i changed brake pads, checked the brake fluid level which was low but then everytime i use my van there's like a plastic or fluid burning smell that comes from underneath my van on the passenger side, my cruise control is not working and, i'm afraid something bad could happened in the future, i took my van to a brake shop and they told me there was a recall on the abs system on these vans, i checked fords website entered my vans vin # but there is no recall so looking in the internet i found a website that suggested that i should report that to nhtsa because there is an investigation already open and filling these report might help that investigation ending in a voluntary recall by ford.
My 2001 ford windstar abs and brake warning lights have come intermittent on and my cruise control is intermittent.searching the internet revealed that there is a problem with the "speed control deactivation switch" that is mounted on the front of the master cylinder.i have inspected my switch and it does have a fluid leak that is running down the wires.this has not caused any other problems yet.
While on vacationing in vermont. The yellow abs light and the red brake light came on. Im a mechanic so i had thecode reader for the abs system. The code was the infamous tell tale c1185. I replaced the abs module once. Unfortunately the problem has manifested again. I'm tempted to do away with the system, but the windstar transports my young children around. Its like having a gun to my head. What do i do?
Annual state inspection found rust at mount on right front subframe,,passenger rear rocker panel has rust hole.abs/brake lights stay on,even after they been fixed.
Emergency brake light come onwhen you drive or backup vehiclepaid ford dealer over $3,000 to fix the problem on basis of recommendation aug 28, 2007, replace wiring harness and abs module after servicing the brake lights continue to come on. Have taken the car in to dealer for the 5th time.ford engineers stated they do not know what is causing the problem or how to fix it. My 1 year labor warranty will expired aug 28, 2008 and ford has yet to repair car.i was told by ford dealer the car is drivable and doesn't pose a health or hazardous risk.i totally disagree.
The abs light and the brake light appears on the dashboard even though the brakes are in good working order
The abs and brake light come on intermittently. Upon conducting research, i realize that while these lights on the dash are illuminated the abs system may not function at all or correctly. Obviously upon loss of this feature, the chances of an accident would be considerably higher, especially in adverse weather such as a rain storm. I have owned another 2001 ford windstar with the same problem. Every (1999-2003)windstar owner i have spoken to has had issues with their abs system. My vehicle calls for a replacement of the abs module, which should be replaced by ford, however this abs ecm is defective, an updated part would have to be installed. I am not aware if ford has corrected the issue in a replacement part. Please conduct an investigation.
Abs lights illuminate on dashboard during which time antilock brake system and traction control does not operate at all.this occurs approximately 10-15 minutes after vehicle has been started and lasts the entire time the vehicle is being operated.this problem appears in warm weather around 95% of the time and about 30% of the time when temperatures are below freezing.appears to be the antilock brake control module overheating but i cannot confirm that.have had the speed control deactivation switch replaced under recall.dealer inspected brake system at the same time and said the control module will have to be replaced at a cost of over $1,000.i am hesitant to spend the money as i am not sure if the new control module will have the same defect.i was hoping the previous recall would solve this problem but it did not.wonder if the two issues are related.
There have been numerous issues with this vehicle lately. Car would not start, power steering went out, oil light stays on, i have to put oil in every week, seat motor stop working and now the brakes do not work. We were driving out of town with our 3 kids and i went to press the brakes just to find that it was not there - it was all the way up under the dash board!!!
The abs and brake lights are on in my 2001 ford windstar. This occurs because of a faulty abs module.
Feb 26th 2010 2001 ford windstar perfect condition no problems no lights on dash....feb 27th 2010 car is started and smoke poured out of hood on driver side after being started after that the abs light emergency brake light and o/d light are on and the computer information center on the display is advising to check transmission and there is a fuel data computer error and the odometer is blank and the speedometer is not functioning the heater on our vehicle has stopped but the fans still blow but only regular air.i've taken it to a ford dealership today to be repaired under the recall for the vehicle speed control issue and they have done the bare minimum to fix the leaking that has occurred due to the faulty switch leaking brake fluid and starting the small fire i experienced feb 27th 2010 but are unwilling to resolve the remaining issues caused by and listed above.
Had fused wiring harness installed by ford dealership as part of recall 09s09 24/11/09. 12/04/10 am now having brake/abs/trac off dash lights coming on after vehicle running for 20 minutes or so. Braking distance has since increased.
Abs light and brake light on.
Abs/ brake light comes on while driving. The manual said that if this happens you should go to a garage immediately. I went they said it was nothing to worry about and said i could ignore it. I took it to ford and i was told it happens a lot because the abs computer does that when it gets hot and if they put a new one on it may do the same thing. I have been driving that way ever since and not it is january and it is very cold the problem is still happening. The brakes still work but you just don't have abs. I think if you paid for a car that has abs as a safety feature it should be fixed the right way. I didn't replace the unit because they said it could still happen.*cw
Brake fluid consistently leaking.brake pressure differential deactivation switch leaking onto abs brake module. Have cleaned and dried thoroughly twice only to have contamination reoccur.
2001 ford windstarabs light comes on intermittently code 1185 internal power relay sticking. Sensor on master cylinder leaking. Brake fluid goes down wires to controller, shorting it out.
Abs ecm failer, ford windstar 2001:the abs and brake light come on after 5-10 min.the code for the proble is c1185 or relay problem.the abs controler is a abs ebc 430 made by kelsey-hayes .the problem first started in 2007. I see the ebc 430 unit made for the gm was recalled.this has made for some close calls when braking in bad weather.this is a big safty problem.i have found many links on line about this problem. This to a 100% failer rate.covers all windstars and freestars.the abs unit needs to be recalled and replace.
Anti-lock brake (abs) warning light comes on during warm summer months and abs system is disabled.light goes off starting in the fall and stays mainly off until late spring.
Abs and brake light comes on -- for no apparent reason and goes off -- vehicle stutters and cuts off. Safety concern, because never know when it will happen.2001 ford windstar.
Subframe broke 8/2010 and replaced. Rusted badly 12/2011 ford dealer fixed , also checked real axeland fixed,recall #11s16 for the brake pressure differential switch leaking, brake light now coming on speedometer not registering odometer not registering ,abs light on, information center says trans error fuel error temp error and also cruise control surges cuts out and the braking distance change suddenly and without warning,the abs and ecm is wet with oil not covered properly. I think this is a ongoing problem with front the brake switch recall that still not fixed.
Braking distance suddenly increasedeven after the latest recall, my car abs light continues to stay on. I have had the speed sensor replaced and the wheel sensor cleaned at the dealership yet problem persists.
Abs and emergency brake light comes on at the same time while driving in the summer time. It doesn't happen at all in the dead of winter.
There has not been an incident or crash, but the abs, trace off, and brake! light all come on at once.anti-lock brakes and traction control do not function when this happens.it has occurred intermittently for about a year, but happens almost constantly now.the lights would go off after restart, but now come on almost immediately, and stay on in spite of a restart in cold or hot weather.the ford dealership says their diagnostic code indicates a need to replace the "abs module" at a cost of nearly $1300.00 with labor on my 2001 ford windstar lx minivan which now only has 60,000 original miles.i goggled this problem and found a site at www.fordwindstarrecall.info that discussed my problem.*ln
Braking distance suddenly increased,yellow abs brake light on this can result in crash.
My 2001 ford winstar speedometer, odometer,a/c, o/d light flashing, cruise control does not work all at once. I was told it is a defictive brake switch.
The abs system light comes on while driving and it stays on until the car is turned off for some time.
The abs and brake light began coming on intermittantly a couple of months ago.it seems that the abs ecu module is the problem as multiple abs codes were read.now, two months later my cruise control no longer works.if you do the research online as well as in your complaint section for 2001 winstar it is an all too common problem.it seems to be a problem that was not addressed properly on an earlier recall by ford (09s09) which included a scds wiring harness replacement only caused by brake fluid leaking onto wiring and causing a potential fire hazard.many owners believe the fluid not only ran down the wiring continuing to run onto the abs connector causing parts to short out and fail and also onto the cruise control connector causing it to fail.i truly believe this is the reason all these abs modules are failing...it's amazing how many complaints with my same problem are on your websitethese are very expensive parts to replace (over $1000) plus labor.the absence of the abs system does cause braking problems and can cause the brakes to lock up and skid...this happened to me...just missed having a wreck!the connector to the cruise is also being effected causing it to fail as well.i think ford should be required to at least check these vehicle and replace these parts if they are found to be faulty before someone gets in an accident.they may have already.
Abs and brake light come on intermittently. Pressure switch under master cylinder was leaking causing fluid loss and potential brake failure.the switch was replaced with an oem part from a reseller.the abs light is constantly on now and a code reader indicates a bad relay and no abs motor function. This has not been repaired due to cost of parts and labor involved.
Absbrake light onford windstar 2001 , brake system has been checked and there should be no reason for the alarm. Check engine light on for ever after being checked andpaid repairs , intake system replaced, hoses replaced etc.
My abs brake light is still on.i had recall 09s09 performed at a ford dealership.my cruise control does not work.my brake! light comes on and stays on intermittently.
Consumer statesthat the brakes failed causing the driving to throw it neutral to stop the vehicle.b please provide any additional information.
I noticed a few months ago that my brake fluid was low. There was no visible leak.just recently my 2001 ford windstar had to be taken to the dealer.during an inspection it was noted that the brake switch was leaking brake fluid.i was told that this needed to be fixed immediately as it could lead to a fire.however, the dealer did not have the part in stock.i was advised not to drive the vehicle till the part could be fixed.it will be fixed this weekend and i plan to keep the old part.this is extremely concerning considering that the reason most people get this type of vehicle is because they have children.knowing that a vehicle could start on fire while children are being transported is extremely concerning to me.it is obvious from what i have found that this is a common problem that ford is aware of.
2001 ford windstar - abs and brake lights come on intermittently. Cooling the car seems to help, then turn off and restart.the lights will go out, but come back on.
2001 ford windstar beginning in summer of 2009, abs and brakelight sometimes lit on dashboard. Dashboard controls either stopped working, going on and off and controls such as rpm, gas ind, speedometer either not working or going back and forth rapidly. The rpm indicator pin actually snapped off. Now it is stuck and doesn't move at all. Drivers side window stopped working, replaced motor. Had ford dealer replace switch as indicated in recall 09s09 in november 2009. Thought problem was fixed.as of jan 18, 2010, abs and brake lights come on after engine has warmed up. Before i was notified of the recall i had full brake service on front and rear brakes in october 2009.also, not sure if related or not, i turned the car off at a red light and attempted tp restart it to turn off lights and the alternator died, had to replace.
Braking distance suddenly increased - abs and brake lights illuminate on dash with warmer temperatures.it has also occurred in january 2011 at 30 f outside temp.itde-activates abs system.this poses a major safety issue on icy roads since i'm use to the abs typically working.i never know when the abs system will drop out and add distance to my braking.
2001 ford windstar brake failure. Consumer states that the brakes gave way while she was stopped. She states that the dealer would not remedy the problem. She said this past time she went over a cement strip and hit a ground fixture.the panel on the vehicle was damaged.
My abs and brake lights came on, then all my gauges started going crazy, maxing out back and forth, then my lights would go out and blinkers stopped working. I looked around and went to the abs control moduleand saw that it was saturated with brake fluid or water. I remove the connector and found 2 pins were rotted off.
Abs and brake dash warning lights are lit indicating failure of the ecm that controls the anti-lock braking system.multiple requests for ford to investigate and repair resulted in no assignable causes.additionally, cruise control and overdrive functions have also now quit.
The abs brake light turns on my 2001 ford windstar after driving for at least 10 minutes.it stays on until i turn my engine off.when i turn the engine back on again, the light is off.it may or may not turn on again after i've driven the car for at least 10 minutes.this has just started happening about 10 days ago.i drive my car everyday but the light only came on,4 occasions.one time about 10 days ago, and the last 3 times within these past 2 days.i am going to take the car to the repair shop to see what the problem is.the brakes seem to work fine.i had them replaced 2 years ago at a local ford dealership, which is no longer there since it has been closed down.i do not do alot of driving and have low mileage on my car.it is a 2001 but i bought it brand new in 2003.it was a leftover with no miles and came with a full 3 year warranty, which expired in august 2006.my car currently has 56,230 miles.i am concerned since i have 2 small children.
Started off with yellow abs light on with the red brake light on as well. Seemed to come and go as it wanted. Some time during this i notice a connector loose off the master cylinder and connected it. Lights stayed on even longer, months at a time. Brakes still worked (abs untested). Had changed front and rear brakes, and this still hadn't corrected. At some date the cruise control stopped working. In 2010 i had the 'recall' switch replaced on the front of the master cylinder. The cruise control worked again, but a couple days later the lights were back on. I changed the master cylinder and now the brakes are even softer than before even after a lengthy brake bleeding cycle. I still get the light, but they're not always on when i start the vehicle as they were before. This is in addition to all the other lights that have come on, and all of the tsb searches and parts bought and replaced i have done in an attempt to make my vehicle safe to drive.
I have a brake problem with the van. I did a search on the internet to see if anyone could help only to find the exact problem. Lucky formy family i found the sight. It concerns the ford windstar 1999-2003 brake and abs problems. I am afraid to haul my family around in this van until it is fixed. The site is www.fordwindstarrecall.info.
I have a 2001 ford windstar and the brake light and abs light come on and go off intermittently.i smell a burning smell in the car.i t comes on and goes off at different times, lights not always on.
2001 ford windstar- abs /traction control lights on in dash.lights have been on and off for the past 2 years, we took the van in for the recall about a month ago and yesterday the abs/traction control lights are on and stay on now so thy are disabled.
In my ford windstar 2001 the yellow abs brake light and red brake light turns on after few minutes worm weather or after approximately 10 minutes in cold weather. Looks like the fault is related to thermal expansion in the abs control module. The problem started in 2006 and is getting worse.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving various speeds, the traction control, abs, and service warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel.the traction and abs became inoperative.the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that water entered the computer module and they reset the codes.immediately after the repair, the failure recurred.he took the vehicle to the dealer again and had the front wheel speed sensor replaced.after the repair, the failure codes appeared again and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer.the technician replaced the abs power relay.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer again in reference to the failure and they stated that he needed to repair the abs module at the cost of $800.the vehicle has not been repaired again.the failure mileage was 115,000 and current mileage was 119,000.
We took a 300 mile trip to chicago in our windstar that wejust purchasedless than 2 months previously. While we were out of town, the van started acting up. When we would take off from a stop, the van would jerk and bounce like maybe the brakes were locked. We stopped driving it while we were up there until we had to leave. On our drive home, we were about 100 miles from home theo/d light came on. Then a little later, i noticed some type of liquid coming out the back. We tried to get home but at 90 miles from home the van totally quit moving. We were able to coast to the side of the road. Under the van was a large puddle of transmission fluid. After having it towed home ($240) we took it to a transmission shop. They had to replace a front seal and torque converter ($950). I'm filing this complaint because i have seen on the internet where the transmission seems to be a problem with the windstar.now the brake light and abs light come on occasionally and won't go off until it's turned off and restarted.this also seems to a big problem with the windstars. I haven't taken it in for that yet but dreading it.this is a very nice vehicle and i am rather disappointed in it.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
I had notice the problem with my abs on and brake light comes a few times. I was uncertain of why ford recall 09s09. Then started to question why my abs light on and suddenly getting the recall done my brake light on steady. This is how i came across this recall about the entire problem with ford mini van. My last windstar also had the problem with the abs light on. I called east court ford in canada and they reporting the problem was their before doing the recall which has nothing to do with the recall. Thanks for all assistance general public knowledge.[xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *cc
C1185 code. Abs and brake light on intermittently. Sometimes right away. Sometimes after a long time driving.
Around march of 2008 the brake warning light and the abs warning light started coming on intermittently then about 2 months later they came on permanently and have not gone out.the antilock brakes do not work any more.a ford dealer diagnosed the problems as being a bad abs control module and a leaking speed control deactivation switch.symptoms are as follows.loss of brake fluidleaking brake deactivation switchbrake light on dashboard trouble indicator brake light (red)dashboard trouble indicator abs brake light (yellow)speedometer shows 1/2 vehicle speedcruise control will not activateford trouble code c1185 and othersan on line search using key words 2000 ford windstar speedometer problems or 2001 ford windstar abs problemshas found more descriptions of this failure then i could count. This web site ?http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/?list 12 symptoms of the problem, i have 8 of them.they also make a reference to the nhtsa concerning this problem.nhtsa id #636312, march 01 2002related investigations tying the leaking speed control deactivation switch and the failed abs control modulehttp://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/defect/results.cfm?action_number=ea08021&searchtype=quicksearch&summary=truenhtsa action number : ea08021 http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/defect/results.cfm?action_number=pe08035&searchtype=quicksearch&summary=truenhtsa action number : pe08035.
Abs, brake light and check engine light all on at the same time. Vehicle shakes like it is going to cut off.despite numerous attempts at repairs, still does it as of today (2012).
Ford windstar seems to be a good vehicle at first. With age numerous problems continue to happen. Service shops regard problems as common for a ford windstar.i think ford ignores the problems.my husband and i are loyal ford owners, i don't know how much longer we will continue. Currentlythe abs& brake lights are on. Transmission leaked out all of the fluid while driving, had to rebuild trans.speedometer doesn't work properly when brake lights are on. Engine light is on, numerous codes forthis problem.
Scary issue:abs brakes started twice without any need and without warning causing the vehicle to roll forward while brakes were firmly applied.once at an intersection while stopped and once when stopping for a stop sign at normal speeds/conditions.additionally abs and brake lights come on simultaneously and intermittently mostly when warm out and more consistently when both warm out and vehicle is stopped after reaching full operating temperature and then restarted shortly after (i.e. Stop at a store and then return to vehicle after a few minutes or while driving slowly on highway because of traffic after driving at highway normal speeds.stopping seems to allow more heat to collect to cause the problem as air does not cool the parts which may be the cause.suspect exactly what is described in http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ problem # 2.my cruise control also stopped working over a year ago and the repair was to change the switch in problem #1.i did not incur a fire but the switch did fail.
2001 ford windstar abs/brake dashboard lights come on while driving and stay on. When car is turned off, brake lights remain on. Brake pedal needs to be pumped and pulled for lights to turn off. Problem started approximately two years ago, was intermittent, but is now, as of 4 months ago, happening every time the car is driven. A friend's windstar is doing the same thing, and when researching on the internet, it appears to be a fairly common defect that should be subject to a recall by ford.
Smoke!! brought ford windstar to a local tires plus for service $310.03 - abs light on after a few minutes or more while driving. Intermittent light. Brake light comes on from leak. Need fluid. Abs light and brake light comes on while driving, when i turn vehicle off and restart the lights come on again while driving i have noticed brake fluid on the switch below the master cylinder and also on another switch bank in the area below. I have found many complaints and websites explaining this problem. Ford need to do something!! http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/.
When the abs light and brake warning lights come on, the braking distance significantly increases.this is an intermittent problem that comes on with hot weather.on a cool morning or at night there will be no warning lights, but they come up when car heats up in the sun.the ford recall 09s09 was done on this car and brakes are in very good condition.the abs seems to work when the warning light are gone, but brakes seem to be slow to respond in hot weather when heat triggers the abs warning lights.
Abs / brake system warning lights continue to illuminate on occasion after recall repair performed.braking distances greatly increased / affected when warning lights are on.brake pedal travel also greatly increased - pedal slowly continues to floor with steady pressure, accompanied by whooshing sound with no increase in braking power.
11-23-2009 vehicle recall (09s09), "abs light & brake light coming on". Work was performed this date to correct problem at croft ford, athens, pa. About a 15 minute repair. Vehicle ok for about (8) months (lights did not come on). Starting in august 2010 both lights started coming on again and come on almost everytime the vehicle is driven a few miles. I do notice during the cold weather of december and january that they don't come on very often in the cold weather.this appears to be the same problem for which recall (09s09) was put out. We are concerened about this problem especially when the weather warms back up here in new york.
I have a 2001 ford windstar se van where the brake, abs and traction control lights intermittently come on.when this happens, my understanding is that the abs and traction control systems will not function normally.to me this is a safety concern.i have had a mechanic look at the problem and run the computer codes but was unable to determine the cause.i will have to bring this vehicle to the ford dealer and spend a bunch of money to have them fix it i'm sure.in the meantime, i understand that some vehicles experiencing this problem have started on fire (mine hasn't)but this is a ticking time bomb as this is the car my wife and children ride in.i believe that ford should have to perform a recall to fix or replace the faulty part(s).
Abs warning light and brake warning light come on intermittently,when it rains ,when the weather is hot and humid,and also when it snows.
Have noticed the braking distance has suddenly increased.have inspected brakes, lines, and master cylinder and found no leaks or abnormalities.amber "abs" light and red emergency brake light come on randomly while vehicle is in motion.recall 09s09 has been completed by ford.
Antilock brake computer has failed.
Cruise control stopped working, and noticed intermittent abs/brake light.after researching, found that the brake pressure switch was leaking brake fluid through the connector.fluid had wicked into the cruise control module as well.even though this switch is the subject of failures and recalls on numerous models, the dealer refused to replace or apply the company designed fix to the vehicle.i am concerned that this issue has led to numerous vehicle fires, and that the company is not responding to this issue by replacing the switch, but only installing a fuse.repair charges were $210.00.
Abs & brake light senors continuously remain lit on instrument panel of vehicle.
The brake fluid at the master cylinder is leaking on the wires under it. Causing the abs and brake light to stay on. I am afraid this will cause a fire, due to the fluid being flammable. Now i have a repair to pay for that i have never seen happen in a car. I am almost 55 and been driving 40 years and this is a first
While investigating the 50 mph failure of the pcm module, and the ongoing off/on action of the abs module, i ran across what appears to be a mistake on page 43-3 of the fomoco "2001 wiring diagrams/windstar" manual (fcs-12255-01). I exchanged several emails, case # cas-4648613-l1x1r6 crm:03259000003405, with the ford customer relations center about this matter until they told me to contact a dealer. I sent the questions to my dealer asking for correct information, but they haven'tacknowledged my inquiry.what i suspect is all windstar's on the road today may be operating with only one-half of the scp (j1850 pwm) network operational. Now that many of the defective abs modules are failing, are other windstars in danger of engine failure at speed like ours?the two simple questions i asked fomoco are: 1) are you sure circuit 915 (data bus-) should be grounded at the abs module? 2) what is the proper termination for the ford data bus (circuits 914& 915), 120 ohms, 650 ohms, 3k ohms, what and where?
Braking distance suddenly increased.throwing abs codes 1185, 1194, 1198, 1210, 1214, 1242, 1246, 1250, 1254.
2001 ford windstar lx - failure of abs control module - dealer performed test code 1185brake / abs warning lights have been off and on for the last 2 years, just recently they are coming on regularly so that a dealer could identify the problem.
(1) i had various problems with the braking on the van starting about 4 months after i bought it with.nothing really lead up to the failures.(2) brakes would fail for no apparent reason.it was usually after i would hit a slight bump in the road while lightly applying the brakes.i would feel as the antilock brakes would kick on for no reason.the brakes would not recover until they were released and pressed again.several times i would have hit someone if they were in front of me.(3) i sent many complaints to ford, the dealerships, etc.there policy was if they could not reproduce the problem then they couldn't fix it.i could not reproduce the problem either.this would just happen out of the blue.i have had witness in the van when this happened.ford denied two dealers from working on the van (even though it was under warranty) because the dealer could not reproduce the problem.about 6 months ago i replaced the shocks and tires on the van.this problem has not happened since then.i did everything i could think of to have someone help me with this problem.talked to ford, dealers, filled out similar forms on auto safety websites, etc.i am truly disappointed that no one ever looked into this problem.if this is happening on other ford windstar's then there are some very serious safety issues that need to be investigated.
Vehicle show both brake and abs lights intermittently.apparently no failure to either.brakes were serviced in 2005 and 2010 with no apparent fix to the above lights.suspect ecm failure due to heat as shown on http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ shown as problem #2 on the website.
While driving my 2001 ford windstar, the brake light in the instrument panel illuminated and then the brakes suddenly failed.i was able to safely park the vehicle and inspect for problems.i noticed brake fluid all over the intake manifold and also running down the deactivation switch (which is mounted to the master cylinder) and parts located below it as well.since the fluid was spraying onto a hot manifold, it started to smoke but luckily did not ignite.i left the hood open to cool and waited for a tow.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed that the brake and abs warning lights would intermittentlyilluminate on the instrument control panel.once he turns off the vehicle and quickly restarts it, the warning lights will dim.he has not had the vehicle inspected to determine the cause of the failure.the failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 100,500.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact had a recall repair performed in relation to a brake fluid leak. She was not sure of the recall information and stated that it may have been issued by the manufacturer as a voluntary recall. Although the vehicle was repaired, the brake fluid leaked over the engine (it was not cleaned up after the recall repair) and the leak ruined the transmission range sensor and the abs sensor. The contact called the manufacturer who refused to correct the problem. The vin was unavailable at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000. The current mileage was approximately 126,000.
Ford windstar abs failure.abs fails due to heatsink expansion causing abs module to fail.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that when attempting to stop, the brake pedal would extend to the floorboard and abnormally pull the vehicle when attempting to stop. The vehicle was repaired several times at an automotive center but the failure recurred. Almost every component of the braking system was repaired and replaced. The vehicle was not repaired for the failure. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000 and the current mileage was approximately 134,000.
Drove to virginia- 3 hrs into trip went to rest area and brakes gave out totally- ran into the back of another mini van, no injuries. The brakes came back, later brake fluid was 100% empty, filled it back up, and just last weekend driving back from annapolis- 90 degrees -and came off 100 onto rt 1 and no brakes whatsoever!!!then almost crashed =made very sharp left turn and swerved around other vehicles-scariest moment in my lift, then brakes came back again!! did research and see there is an issue and ford is ready to do a recall---i'm so upset and haven't driven the van since-.
In sept. 2009 i purchased a used 2001 ford windstar. The day after i got home the abs and brake light came on. I took it to a mechanic who informed me that this is a recurring problem for my van. My brake lights stay on sometimes and it drains my battery. This is all surrounding the abs and brake light issues. I have replaced rotors, brake shoes, brake pads, and many trips to my mechanic. I contacted ford about my issue and they said it isn't their problem and their is no recall on it. I have researched that i am not alone. Please make ford look into this brake issue/abs.
Brake lights stays on constantly, speedometer hand constantly jumps. Sometimes feels like they are air in the brakes, sometimes no power at all to the van. When going up hill van loose all pressure when air is on. Check and made sure all hoses was connect properly and still doing it. I just can't afford to put anymore money in this vehicle.
A few months after i bought the car (may 2008) the abs and brake light started to come on, intermittently, every couple of days. It would come on when i went around a sharp curve or hit a pothole. I took the car to 3 different mechanics, when the lights were not on (no error codes) and when the lights were on (every abs error code came up). I was told by all 3 mechanics that the abs sensor board needed to be replaced. The part was going to cost over $300 plus labor to repair. They also told me that the car was ok to drive but that when the lights came on my abs was not working and that i should be careful when driving in rain or when road conditions were slick because i would need extra time to prepare for a full stop. I have researched on the internet for the same problem and found that there were many others who were experiencing the same problem and have tried many different fixes with no resolution, including the replacement of the abs sensor board. What do i need to do to ensure that my abs brakes will work correctly?
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the warning brake light and the check engine lights illuminated intermittently. The dealer replaced the coil which caused the failure. The dealer inform him after replacing the coil that there was also a problem with the abs link and the heat. The failure mileage w's 73,000. Updated 02/1710 the abs activated on its own.the dealer replaced the wheel speed sensor.updated 02/19/10.
My 2001 ford windstar's brakes were locked and i could not disengage them.i had the car serviced for this problem many times, most recently in january of 2010 when i was told that they determined that the problem was the rear speed sensor.they replaced it and told me it was all set and wouldn't happen again.yesterday (4/6/2010) while i was travelling in interstate 95 south it happened again with disastrous consequences.i put my brakes on to slow down but instead of slowing down my car came to a screeching halt in the left lane of fast moving traffic.we were hit twice and the car was totaled along with the other cars involved.i am wondering if this has happened with other 2001 ford windstars.
Abs light and brake light comes on. Had it in the shop 3 times since april 2008most recent was oct 15,2008. Light was coming as soon as brakes were applied after starting engine. Sensors have been cleaned. New brakes put on and some parts replaced.
Abs & brake lights on intermittently. This happens mostly when outside temperature is above 24c.checked, but the scanner didn't show any of the codes? the mechanic said could be the malfunction of the computer? the problem not fixed because replacing the computer is too expensive and the brake would function ok without abs.
Abs and brake light come light up intermittently on my 2001 ford windstar.brakes seem ok, but i have read of a problem common with this model that causes this from leaking brake fluid and possible fire hazard.this occurs 3-4 times a week.i am having the van looked at by my mechanic next week.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
Abs amber light, and red brake light have been coming on. Loss of brake fluid through the brake pressure differential switch and code c1185 abs main relay failure code. Non-functional cruise control.
Abs brake light comes on and disables the abs brake feature.*ln
We took our 2001 ford windstar minivan to our local ford dealership to have the 09s09 recall repaired. The repair was made; however, we are now having issues with the abs and brake light consistently illuminating on vehicle dashboard. The abs and brake light does not illuminate when vehicle is first started up; however, illuminates on vehicle dashboard while driving. White, puffy and cloudy smoke also flows through front and center air vents while lights are illuminated. We took our vehicle to mechanic who could not reproduce smoke; however, was able to pull the codes. The codes pulled are c1185, c1194, c1198, c1210, c1214, c1242, c1246, c1250, and c1254. It appears that the abs module will need to be replaced. We are scheduling this repair to me made as soon as possible, as we have four young children who ride in this van on a daily basis, and this van is the main transportation for our large family.
Good day. I have a 2001 ford windstar passenger van. On the bottom of the master cylinder, there is some kind of pressure switch. This switch constantly leaks brake fluid onto a wiring harness connector below it. My research has found that many windstars of this era also leak brake fluid from this switch. My brake lights (on the rear of the car) sometimes stay on when the car is parked. Also, since the cruise control recall was repaired, the dashboard light indicator telling me that the cruise control is on no longer operates. Also, the cruise control will not work unless i pump the brakes prior to using it. I believe all of these problems are related. The ford dealer told me he would gladly fix the problems but will charge me quite a lot of money to do it. I believe ford should be responsible for the costs associated with the repairs of these safety items. Thank you.
Braking distance suddenly increased on vehicle.abs warning light came on and stays on.
My wife's 2001 ford windstar brake, abs and trac off (traction control) lights would come on a few minutes after she would drive the car.this was more prevalent during warmer weather than in the late fall or winter.basically something was malfunctioning which caused the abs braking and traction control system from working.i had recently brought her windstar to rye ford for a brake switch recall (probably related to this) and had this problem looked at. Let me say that i purchased this vehicle for her and my family for the safety features that were now failing.the diagnosis was a bad abs module and a hydraulic valve.the cost for the parts from ford were $700 for the ca control, $1,000 for the valve asy modulator and $385 for the 166cmf (not sure what that is).labor came to $385 for a total of $2,110.00 dollars!in doing research i found this problem to be pretty common for the windstar.it has been documented by other ford windstar owners one of which has researched and figured out the cause of this malfunction.please go to:http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ and go to problem #2..basically the module malfunctions because a metal plate expands when it warms up (which explains why this problem occurs during the warmer months) and touches the circuitry.there are pictures and evidence of this malfunction on the site.i believe ford is well aware of this issue and has ignored it because it is a big money maker for them. The part cost must be a huge profit for them which is why they ignore this issue.in addition many people i am sure purchased this vehicle as i did for the safety features of the abs and traction control.when ford puts out a vehicle with knowingly inferior parts that would compromise the operation and ultimately the safety to the driver and passengers then ford should be made to correct this situation at their expense and not at the expense of their customers.
Braking distance suddenly increased, and the abs & brake light turned on.and i contacted south bay ford in regard to that issue , and i did not get any help.i am still have the same issue every day, when ever the van gets warm, the abs light turns on.
Trac active comes on, gear mesh sound for a few seconds, stops, abs light and trac off light comes on and stays on.
Had my 2001 ford windstar in for recall 09s09 (also described as 05s28 on my ford service invoice). Speed control deactivation switch was replaced after burning odor was detected and a determination that unit was leaking. Service advisor at ford told me my vehicle would need a new abs electronic control module (ecm). I replied that my on-line research indicated that problems with the ecm could or might very likely be connected to the leaking scds. His answer was that they were "unrelated". Considering my research, that statement appears to be untruthful. I have begun to notice an increase in braking distance. Both my abs and brake lights are on, allowing no distinction to be made between an abs problem and an actual brake problem. This in itself is a design flaw and defect! please note also that there is a design flaw in the ecm, the design of which causes noticeable expansion in the unit during periods of hot weather, and results in electrical contact issues within the unit. I believe this ecm issue also deserves the immediate attention of nhtsa, and an immediate recall from ford. Thank you for giving this matter your most serious consideration and attention. This is a safety issue that concerns many thousands of us, and we appreciate your advocacy on our behalf.
My 2001 ford windstar has an issue with the abs and brake warning lights. They both come on during warm weather. I have had this problemchecked and it has been determined that the abs electronic control module is failing. . this is a common problem that i have read about on the web. Ford should address this issue with a recall.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact first purchased the vehicle, it shut off.the rings in the engine had to be replaced.she also heard a rumbling sound when the brake pedal was depressed.an auto repair shop stated that the brakes were operating normally; however, after much complaining, the contact had the front brakes replaced.the windshield wipers stopped working after a new windshield was installed.the vehicle was diagnosed and the motor was found to be the cause of the failure.the motor was replaced.a couple of months later, the vehicle began leaking antifreeze and was towed to a repair shop.the contact was informed that the fuel injection hoses were leaking.the leak was repaired.three weeks later, the vehicle would buck and shut off.she was informed that the catalytic converter was completely destroyed.lastly, the contact noticed an issue with the rear of the vehicle.it would fishtail or wobble while driving various speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer included in the factory warranty.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current mileage was 74,056 and failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
2001 ford windstar with the abs and the brake warning lights on. I had a leaking master cylinder. Changed the master cylinder and the front disk brake pads. Bled the brake lines. When the van is started the lights are not on, but as it is driven down the road these two lights will come on. The brakes don't have to be applied for this to happen. It could happen in the first 100ft. Or maybe they will not come on until it has been driven several miles. I thought i had it fixed one time as i drove 65 miles without them coming on, then there they are. The van will stop and the brakes don't feel mushy.
For months my 2001 ford windstar has been showing my abs and brake light indicators.the first time it happened, i took it to the dealer because the manual indicated imminent brake failure.they told me it was my tire pressure and that my tires were worn and i needed 4 new ones.did that.lights still came on - they said there was nothing wrong with it.lights still kept coming on.they told me that i needed new pads and rotors - even though there was no sound of grinding brakes - but i did that too. And still my indicator lights kept coming on.they told me it was something about the panel that could be fixed for $700 if i wanted but it was probably not worth it and not to bother.and then, 2 days ago, my brakes failed.i was lucky.i was going slowly down a hill and i stopped the vehicle by slowing applying my emergency brake.they are now telling me that they still can't find anything wrong with it.i do not believe them.and i cannot safely drive this car anymore.
My abs & brake lights come at random at any speed. I had them to check it on the computer it said that the abs module was bad. I found that the fluid level was low. Then i seen that the brake fluid was on the wires below the switch. I had the xw7z*9f924*ba kit switch replaced. There said that it start a fire.
Why does my abs and brake lights stay on even after having a ford dealership investigate the issue and tells me that there is nothing wrong. This has been an issue for years and seems like a problem waiting to happen. How am i supposed to drive comfortably wondering if something is going to happen.
Abs light shows brakes need checking, we have new brakes, pads , and rotors are excellent.light codes read check engine, and faulty brakes. This is due to a faulty part from manufacture that they will not fix at their expense. Nothing wrong with car but cannot inspection test in utah with abs light coming on.
On a hot summer day in 2010 parked about 20 minutes with air conditioning running the abs fault with the red brake lamp first appeared. When the engine is shut down the fault lamps are cleared. Currently when the ambient temperature is above 80 fahrenheit and as the engine compartment warms i can expect the yellow abs lamp and the red brake lamp to both turn on. Had fault codes read once and it reported main relay failed. No repairs have been made as i decided it's a superfluous feature and i will drive without abs protection.
I turned inmy ford windstar on to the john west ford diler , the abs, and brake lights came on 3 days before to brought it for been diagnosed. 2 days after they gave me an estimate for $ 2400.00 dollars. That really surprise me and i answerno thanks do not fix my car.they put my van together and since that moment my van i didn't start again is like a death .they said the pcm and abs module got burned. I think they made a mistake and kill my van pcm but i cant proved. I was reading the abs recall about and sounds like there is nothing releated wiht the pcm module.any way they sent my van back home ontoa town truck and at this moment a can't find the problem yet. Oh i almost forgot some for sure they charge me $ 200.00 for diagnosis.if you want to confirm my history you can call[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Braking distance suddenly increased in ford 2001 windstar after repair of leaking master cylinder. Abs light is on non-stop.
1) none.2) multiple occasions failure of the brakes occurred after the vehical came to a compete stop.car shutters at 40,50 and 60 mph.several mis-accidents occured.these were diverted as our habits were altered to stop a minimum 10 feet from traffic and travel 10-15 mph less that posted.3) replacement of the complete break system, pads, cylinders, lines, rotors and all computers to include fuses.all factory parts.
While driving, the speedometer ,the odometer,the tachometer all stopped working.the abs light came on,the red brake light came on,and the o/d off light continues to flash. It is extremely difficult to operate this vehicle without at least a speedometer and i hope the brakes do not fail. This all occurred shortly after the brake master cylinder switch was replaced.
My ford 2001 windstar has had the abs/brake warning lights come on for five years now. I have been living with it. Is there any recall.
Brake and abs lights on dashboard come up on during driving randomly, but go off after you restart the vehicle. There is no leak under brake fluid master cylinder, so must be some other problems out there other than the recall ford made on the scds in 2009.
Abs and brake lights on dash come and go mostly on all the time.
2001 ford windstar abs light and brake light comes on while driving, when i turn vehicle off and restart the lights come on again while driving i have noticed brake fluid on the switch below the master cylinder and also on another switch bank in the area below. I am currently researching how to repair and if there is a recall on this view fordtsb 15682.
When driving, the abs and brake light will illuminate. I was told the car needs a new abs module. Upon further research on this issue i have become aware that this is a widespread phenomenon. Driving with no abs is a safety hazard! it can result in an accident with possible fatalities.
Driving on highway, the brakes slammed on, almost rear ended. When i got home by driving slowly, i noticed moisture and brake fluid was in the abs pump module, thank god my children were not in our so called"family van".
Brake pressure deactivation switch is leaking brake fluid, which causes a short and blows the fuse controlling abs, cruise control, speedometer, etc. This is in our 2001 windstar mini van.
I own a 2001 ford windstar.in august of 2010, i took the van into the dealership due to recall 09s09. They installed a fuse harness only.it appeared to fix the problem, and the abs light went out.today, the abs light came back on, so apparently there's still a problem.
Braking distance suddenly increased : abs light goes on and off intermittently and when it goes on brakes do not function normally and cause increased braking distance without warning. Twice now including today i have been parking my car (so maybe 5 mph) and the abs brakes failed to function properly and the light lit up and if a curb was not between me and the building i was parking at acting as a buffer and helping slow the car to a stop,i possibly could have hit it or crashed. I also almost hit a car in front of me recently , possibly within and inch, when it slowed/stopped somewhat suddenly (but not overly so) and then i had to slow/stop and my abs light then suddenly came on and my abs brakes failed to stop me in the usual way andusual distance for the pressure i was applying (which was stopping fast but not slamming on the brakes) and i could feel a sort of"stuttering" or "vibration" of the brakes and "slipping"with my foot on the brake peddle as if it were trying to engage but not successfully engaging. At first this intermittent abs brake light going on was only occasionally but now it is becoming more and more frequent and putting me and my family in very dangerous situations to where even though the abs brake light turns off as if it is working fine again, i now know it is not working fine and that the brakes could stop functioning properly at any moment. The light only goes on when i am pressing on the brake peddle (but not every time i brake), it does not light up without that as a pre-requisite. Then it will either stay lit for a few minutes and go away or it will stay lit until i turn my car off and go away the next time i start the car up.
Abs yellow warning light on, red brake light on and cruise control will not work. Have replaced the abs module with unit from a salvage yard in oct 2008 and it failed june of 2009. The brake pressure switch on the bottom of the master cylinder was replaced in oct 2008 and it has failed again in may 2009 with intermittent operation of the cruise control or the cruise control kicking out intermittently.
Both abs and brake lights activated on the display panel. No accident resulting yet.
The warning lights for the abs system on my 2001 ford windstar are coming on much more often now.over the past couple of years they would come on only very infrequently, maybe once a week and only after having driven for an hour or so.now they come on within minutes, though they still do not come on immediately.now that it is winter i have noticed the brakes locking up and sending me into a skid whenever there is snow or ice on the road.the problem is getting very bad and i fear for the day when the brakes go out completely and i do have an accident.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch located under the master cylinder developed a leak. My ford dealer told me this will cause a short and a fire!!!!!!!!. From what i hear this leakcauses brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module. The fluid accumulates on the power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground.ford wants me to pay them $2000 to fix this. I hear you are looking into this fire issue.
Abs and brake lights turn on during summer months on my ford windstar 2001 minivan.
Abs and brake light has been coming on and off for 2 years nowincreased braking distance. When i really needed my brakes they failed to work properly i use to be able to stop fast now it takes alot more to stop . This is dangerous and this is a family vehicle!!
The check traction control system warning illuminates, as well as the abs,trac off, and the brake system warning lights on the dash.
Intermittent c1185 abs code is being caused by heat in the abs (anti-lock brake system) ecm (electronic control module) (2c219) module causing expansion of a large aluminum plate (heat sink) in the ecm which is attached to the ecm main circuit board at all points. The expansion occurs when the unit gets warm especially in the summer months and causes intermittent electrical connection in the unit because the fragile board is being stretched and malformed. This causes an intermittent abs light due to the failure of the abs relay.this is a manufacturing defect that has serious safety ramifications, and should be replaced by ford under warranty.
Lights in my 2001 ford windstar saying "brakes and abs" comes on, every time i hit a pot hole. I got it checked at 3 different mechanics and 1 dealer, they say there is nothing wrong with brakes or abs module. Occurs everyday.
I had a total loss of brake function on my 2001 ford windstar se for 5 seconds.
Took 2001 windstar into dealer for recall on rear axle jan. 2011 was called to pick up vehicle on april29th. When vehicle was picked up the brake, abs and traction control off light were lighting up the dashboard , these lights were not on when van was taken in. Walked back into the dealer and told they had no one available to look at it but bring it back on monday when they could run an analysis on it. Stated they had replaced the axle and any number of things could have happened. Asked if vehicle was safe to drive was told it was. Came back monday morning had a total change of attitude without looking at vehicle was told it probably was not anything they did but would look at it and let me know in 10 minutes. Half hour later informed they think it was the main brain and could cost me up to $1500.00 to fix. Dealer stated that the windstar had a lot of problems he still had over 100 to repair in his lot. Was told by dealer and ford customer care that the problem was mine not theirs, replacing rear axle has nothing to do with brakes but work sheet shows they replaced the brake pads. Now i do not have abs or traction control on my vehicle.
I have a 2001 ford windstar with abs, brake, cruise control problems. About 2 years ago i started to get the brake and abs lights illuminating. I took it to a local ford dealership and they said my abs module needed to be replaced. I asked for pricing and they said it would be $450 just for the part. I declined and asked them to disable the abs system. The dealership service representative informed me there was a recall on other ford vehicles with the same abs switch leaking and that there was a recall on those vehicles but not on the windstar. Recently the vehicle developed a leak. I have been adding brake fluid on the average of a pint a week. I decided to do some research online to fix the problem and came across www.fordwindstarrecall.info which directed me to this site. I am extremely concerned this problem could start a fire and will be repairing the vehicle soon.
The brakes on my 2001 ford windstar mini-van failed on a highway. I was in the right hand lane and was able to exit the highway into a weigh station (that was fortunately on an incline) and by using the emergency brake and placing the car in neutral i came to a stop at which point i was able to turn the engine off and exit the vehicle with my 9 year old son. If any of the cars in front off me had slowed and/or tried to exit at the same time as me, i would have had to drive off the road or i would have been in an accident.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch is leaking onto the power connectors and dripping on surrounding parts.. The abs light comes on intermittently, and the brake light comes on from time to time. Brake fluid must be addedabout every 2000 miles.
Ford windstar- 2001- abs and brake light come on - or just brake light comes on - appears to be same problem as reported by many on http://http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/.
2001 ford windstar - several instances of the abs & bracket warning lights coming on. I have had the vehicle checked several times, but cannot replicate the issue. Very concerning that the abs may not function, but cannot isolate.
Abs and brake light on, o'd off flashes no odometer reading, we had smoke pouring out of hood fire dept. Said wiring burnt up. This week when all of these came on. It has been in shop again this week all week, this van has been nothing but a money pit! have had to replace transmission, fuel injectors, lost count of alignments, now they say it is electrical problem. Not safe.
Ford windstar brake, abs brake, cruise control problems: brake light stays on, abs light intermittent, cruise control inoperative. Abs system disconnected by ford dealership to prevent fire. Vehicle has developed a brake fluid leak and i have not isolated it as of yet. Since seeing an online recall on the system, i will get it repaired tomorrow.
Vehicle type - 2001 ford windstarduring warm, summer months my abs and brake lights will intermittently come on every day.there is no rhyme nor reason for when this happens other than only during warm weather. Braking distance does increase.when engine is turned off and restarted, the lights will go off.but lights will come back on after driving.this has been happening during the summer over the last 3 summers.have had mechanic check my brakes multiple times with no leak found.performed ford recall 09s09 at ford dealership but problem still is occurring.
I took my vehicle in to have it checked because my abs indicator and brake light would not go out. I was informed that my brakes were okay but the brake switch was leaking brake fluid. About once a month i have to add brake fluid,then the lights go out. I purchase a brake repair kit but has not had it installed yet.
The abs light and brake light both came on simultaneously. After turning engine off and on, indications returned to normal. Happened again a few months later. Dealer's service writer dismissed it. Now is happening regularly; sometimes multiple times per day. Checked brake fluid level and it appears to be okay. Brakes appear to function normally; no squeals, grabbing or sponginess, no apparent loss of braking ability. Car stops in a straight line. Brakes have been serviced.
Vehicle was purchased in november 2009. I first began having problems with the abs/brake light coming on, in february 2010. The next incident was the power windows on drivers side and back window would not role down. The next incident was the heater wont work. A recall and repair was done on the rear subframe 11s16 in april of 2010.vehicle repair was not complete now taking in for front under carriage repair on wed 21,2012.
Brake/abs light comes on inadvertently, because of a glitch in the computer system. I've gone to ford mtrs twice and only can get to the customer service people. The vehicle is a 2001 ford windstar,. I have been told by a mechanic that it has happened to several other people in the local area. That situation is dangerous, because, it might come on and be truthful, you ignore it and when you need them, you have no brakes. The cost to fix this problem should be fords cost, not the consumer. Thanking you in advance for your assistance in this matter.
2001 ford winstarrecall 09so09they did not fix the problem.the dealer said they only needed to change out the cruise control connector!!!i asked about the abs and other parts listed to be inspected in the recall and he denied that any of that was to be inspected under this recall.so they may have fixed the cause of the problem but did nothing about the damage to the vehicle.my symptoms are:loss of brake fluid (problem # 1) burning smell or smoke (problem # 1)brake light on after brake service. (we think this back pressure breaks the deac switch) (problem # 1) brake light (red) (problem # 1 or problem # 2) 15 amp fuse #10 blowing out (problem # 1) speedometer and odometer stop working. (problem # 1) cruise control will not activate or deactivates without warning. (problem # 1) abs brake light (yellow) (problem # 2 or problem # 1) ford trouble code c1185. (problem # 2 or problem # 1) brakes turn on squeal without warning. (problem # 2) problem codes p0171, p0174, p0401 171,174,401, egr or system too lean issue extremely excessive braking distance!!! almost been in a couple accidents because the vehicle will not brake efficiently.brakes lock sometimes when braking, causing vehicle to slide!!!ford denied to my face that any of these problems were related to the recall, but your report and other investigations prove that it was and that i have been lied to about a very important safety issue that has already put me and my families lives at risk!!!i request further investigation into this matter and do wish to see something done about it.*ln
In my 2001 ford windstar the pressure actuated sensor attached directly below the master cylinder leaked all over everything below it(after replacing the master myself and everything in that area was clean i figured the problem was taken care of,but less than a week went by and my wife lost her brakes again .thankful that she had the smarts to take proper precautions.(that was the third time )so now that it was clean i could identify the source of the problem(the sensor leaking)i went everywhere to find the part (using the # off of the defunct original)no one had it.went to drew ford explaining the problem ,they said i would have to pay for the part(ok it was 25 bucks) the thing about it is that it was a part that was designed to accommodate the problem and of course a new part #(which is why i could not find it,it was recalled everywhere)added to that the brake and abs lights on the dash have been on for quite a time our mechanic couldn't fix the problem. When i replaced the part the lights went off for a day and a half but are back on constantly.my wife and kids are planning a trip and i wanted to make sure that there are going to be no problems. There is no more fluid leaking ,but i am concerned about what i have discovered on the internet.the best site is http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 30 mph, the contact noticed that the abs failed and the brake indicator was illuminated on the instrument panel.the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, but a technician could not determine the cause of the failure.the contact called the manufacturer and stated that no compensation would be provided because there were no recalls.the failure mileage was 115,847 and current mileage was 115,884.
I have a 2001 windstar, purchased at fines ford bolton on,for the past year the brake light and the abs brake light tend to be activated after the car warms up ( 5 min) during the summer.however during the winter months the problem seems to disappear.the colder the outdoor temperature the less likely the light seem to go on.the van has only 95 000 km , and drives approximately 10-15 km on a daily total commute.during the past year we ( my wife and i) have noticed that a burning smell seems to emanate from the van immediately when parked.since we park the van in a garage the smell is more noticeable then.this past july we brought the van in to service the recallto fix the scds sensor.although for a week the abs and brake lights were not activated, the problem has resurfaced thereafter. It seems this recall only served to possibly protect a fire but not solve the real problem with the abs lights.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
Abs and e-brake light come on after a minute or so of driving. Took it to my local mechanic, they erased error codes and changed my brake fluids and bled my brake system. Lights still come on.
No accidents yet, my abs light and brake light come on within the first mile everyday i use my windstar and the abs activates and often my 2001 ford windstar has an ugly noise and the brake pedal pulsates and the car does not want to stop, just like it would in an anti-skid situation. I have replaced front brakes, rotors, calipers, rf wheel sensor (purchase abs code reader and still get rf sensor codes). Recently i took my windstar to ford and replaced the brake-cruise control recall. I questioned my dealer about the abs and they have no clue almost like i needed to leave it and they would check it out and try to locate the cause. I do not want anyone to start replacing parts that i have replaced especially the ones i replace more then once. I hear alot of talk about a control module being bad so i think if that is the remedy it should be replaced at no charge by ford and i won't demand they reimburse to me the money i have already spent to remedy this problem. I like this vehicle but would like to get this abs problem fixed or disable the abs. Also, another option for ford in my case would be to disable the abs so i don't get that anti-skid in my brakes on a dry day and all wheels are rolling. Its pretty unnerving when your car is not in a skid condition the abs takes over and you are panicking to get this car to stop. I understand this abs is an option and since i did not buy the car new i would strongly consider just disabling the abs system brakes so they would work like the old fashion brakes that skidded if you applied enough pressure...
Constant abs and brake light indication after start up of vehicle.
I have a 2001 ford windstar, the brake and abs lights on intermittently. This saturday (09-19-2009) i made a short trip to the market, the vehicle ran good, when i arrived back home the family got into the van to go a soccer game and we noticed an odor of smoke. I unloaded the family from the van and noticed smoke coming from under the hood. I couldn't find the source of the smoke. I drove the van out of the garage and parked it in the street, in that short time i saw more smoke coming from under the hood. Still could not see where it was coming from. After a few minutes the smoke went away. Monday morning i towed the vehicle to my local mechanic, after an hour or so of isolating he discovered my abs module had caught fire and melted the connector and wire harness. I contacted ford motor company today (09-21-2009), and was told there are no recalls or safety defects concerning the abs module or any fire hazards. I have not done anything to correct this failure because i do not have $2000.00 to fix my van.
Cruise control deactivation switch leaking and causing brake lights to stay on.
2001 ford windstar-recurring abs & e-brake lights on while driving in 2001 ford windstar.lights come on intermittently and stay on until vehicle is turned off.after restarting, lights will come on again once driving has started.mechanic unable to determine problem.possible fire damage.
Abs warning light goes on intermittently on 2001 ford windstar.light goes off and stays off if motor is shut off and then re-started.sometimes it stays off after restarting van and other times it comes back on.i understand there are several complaints by concerned owners and that in some cases a fire hazard has been exposed or feared.please add my vehicle to those others who have submitted complaints.i understand a recall may be in the works.i intend to have the car inspected by a reliable mechanic soon.
My 2001 windstar was giving off intermittent brake light warning. After about 1 week of this going on and i couldn't find out why this was occurring, my van had the abs light, brake light on constant. My overdrive light was flashing continuously. My speedometer, odometer and air conditioning stopped all at once. Blown #10 15a fuse.i looked into see what has gone wrong and noticed that the brake pressure relief switch that is connected to the bottom of the brake master cylinder was defective and leaking brake fluid onto the transmission range sensor and into the wiring harness that contains the wires for the brake pressure switch. This accumulation of fluid into the wiring harness has caused a short. I caught this fairly early for if i had not, this surely would have caused a fire. I have replaced the brake pressure relief switch and have not traced the short as of yet.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 5 mph, the contact noticed smoke underneath the hood.he pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle.the smoke flow gradually lessened and became controlled.he called roadside assistance and they unplugged the master cylinder switch, which seemed to be the cause of the failure.the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer.the manufacturer stated that there were no recalls pertaining to this failure.the current and failure mileages were approximately 91,000.
Abs and brake lights turn on in warm weather or when car warms updisabling abs and causing loud squealing.
Braking distance suddenly increased. 2001 ford windstar brake light and abs brake light intermittently on.happens more often in summer time than winter.usually happens more often in city driving after applying brakes several times.will usually not come on right at startup, but after driving a few miles.at the time the light is on, abs system will not work resulting in increase in braking distance on slippery pavement.ford will not replace ecm module to fix problem which has been diagnosed as the cause.
There have been a number of complaints about the ford 2001 windstar brake (pressure deactivation) switch leaking and causing loss of primary braking on www.carstats.com/safetystation.asp.see odi case numbers 10247281, 10246739, 10245833, 10245178, 10245147, 10243519. As time progresses there seems to be more and more complaints about this braking system.have you looked into this?potential problem?i myself have encountered unanticipated momentary loss of braking with my 2001 ford windstar.i have had one of my wheel cylinder actuators replaced.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the abs and brake light illuminated; therefore, the contact feared that the braking system would fail. The mechanic repaired the abs control module. The contact is concerned about the safety risk.ford has a recall on the braking system for several other vehicles. The current and failure mileages were 72,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the brakes made a loud grinding noise and then failed while driving 5 mph.the failure has caused two crashes.for both crashes, the contact had to apply the emergency brake to stop the vehicle.the vehicle was towed to the dealer both times as well.the dealer has been unable to determine the cause of failure and stated that the failure was impossible.the vin, engine size, and purchase date were unknown.the current mileage was 110,000 and failure mileage was 109,500
"brake", "abs", and trac dash lights are on most of the time for the past two years. When traveling north in colder weather the lights are off. Spoke w/ local ford service rep. And was told to rr abs module if lights bother me. Otherwise not a problem asregular brakes ok but abs will not function.just finished goggling the problem and found a description of the problem w/ the cause. The abs module circuit board is "securely" attached to a heat sink that expands/contracts with temperature changes. This expansion/contraction results in damage to the cicuit board resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of designed braking assitance/distance.i have lived with this problem for the past couple of years due to the cost of the repair, as i imagine others have. The design/assembly of this circuit board is obviously flawed as the web site has documented. A question for ford would be, "how many abs ecm inquires have been received and how many have been replaced under warranty or at customer expense?". *ln
Loss of abs & traction control.
Abs and brake light illuminated on dash.
Abs light and brake light comes on intermittently.it goes off sometimes for a week but then will come back again.
My abs and brake lights stay on and the odometer and speedometer stopped working. I reported this earlier today but need to change the category.
The yellow abs light and the red brake light come on at same time and stay on till vehicle is turned off. This is a constant problem.
Vehicle makes a grinding noise on the front passenger side. While turning as well as a hissing noise/clicking noise.also my abs light and emergency brake light are always onand they never turn off.
Periodic illumination of the dashboard warning lights for the abs and the brakes, especially during summer months, but down here in the south, also during warmer winter days.according to the ford manual, this indicates a problem with the abs control module. In looking further, i found that the master cylinder is leaking into the brake pressure differential deactivation switch.the wires are wet with fluid, leading all the way down to the abs control module.the approximate incident date is the first occurance, but i have had the lights come on ever since buying the van, used, in the spring of last year.
I have repeatedly contacted my dealer for the problems that exist with my vehicle. The brakes fail after prolonged pressure at red lights. I was told to set my parking brakes to adjust. I had two large bumps on the steering wheel. I was told that it was a broken bearing and they replaced my steering wheel and fixed the broken bearing. The new wheel has the exact same bumps. I was told not to worry about it. The air conditioner was making grinding sounds. The compressor was replaced. The enige has a ticking noise when vehicle is in gear but stopped with brake. I was tols this is the injectors and nothing was wrong. The van stalls at any speed for no reason after long periods of driving. I was told it was my alternator. Ihave had my van not long and already have a rebuilt new van. I went to the dealer and drove another van. None of the above problems were seen. I was told there is nothing that i could do but to trade in and pay mega bucks for another one. My van has been in the shop for 9 days the first time and 15 days the second time. I feel i have been wronged by the ford motor company and i should be given a vehicle that i can drive and feel safe in. I feel that the vehicle has more problems then the 1980 aerostar that i replaced with this one. Please let me know if there is anything that i can do to solve this problem. If there is nothing, then please warn others from the problems that i have encurred.
After starting vehicle abs light stayed on and overdrive light was flashing. Vehicle not taken to dealer yet.
While driving approximately 45 mph brakes failed to operate, resulting in a crash.
Abs and brake lights intermittently go on and off. After brakes were replaced the lights started this activity. After returning to the shop where brakes were replaced, they pulled the following codes off the computer, c1185,1194,1198,1210,1214,1242,1246,1250,1254 and u1262. A google search showed over 500 hits on one website for this activity. The shop says the brakes will work, but abs may or may not work as intended to. This is a safety risk to the general public.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while parking the vehicle it surged forward when the brake pedal was depressed.the mechanic stated that the abs sensor needed to be replaced and performed the repair.approximately two weeks later the problem recurred.the dealer stated that the abs sensor needed to be adjusted and performed the repair.approximately a week later the failure recurred.the vehicle was towed to two dealers, and both were unable to locate any failure.the current mileage is 90,000 , and failure mileage was unknown.
Anti-lock brake (abs) warning light comes on during warm summer months and abs system is disabled.light goes off starting in the fall and stays mainly off until late spring.
2001 ford windstar, 80,000 miles. The abs and brake warning lights come on intermittently.the dealer says a technical bulletin has been issued regarding moisture entering and corroding the abs system.$2,845 to repair.this problem has been reported in many windstars; the vehicle should be recalled for this problem and the damage repaired at no cost to the consumer.
Consumer was traveling 60mph onhighway andanti-lock brakingsystem light came ondashboad.consumer appliedbrakes and it was raining.vehicle skidded and ran into a pole.dealershipwas aware ofproblem.
Upon starting the2001 ford windstar van tuesday morning several of the warning lights stayed on, including the brake and abs lights.the digital odometer display changed from numbers to dashes and the speedometer remained at "0" when driving.also, theair conditioning (a/c ) stopped working.i took it to the ford dealership for repair.it took them 2 days to find the problem which turned out to be a defective cruise control deactivation switch.the service dept. Manager said we were fortunate that the van did not catch on fire.he told us that the switch had completely melted and had charred the surrounding wires.this problem is very similar to the problem which caused the massive ford recall in 2005, but ford claims that this has never been a problem in their minivans.the ford dealership did repair the damage at a cost of about $700.i did not think to ask at the time if i could have the burned switch.i would like this to go on record in case there are other vans out there with the same problem.perhaps the ford recall needs to be extended to include the windstars as well.i contacted ford by email and was told that there werecurrently no safety recalls involving thisvan.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the abs alarms and abs light illuminated.the abs disengaged and the vehicle skidded forward approximately 30 feet.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they performed a diagnostic.the dealer raised the abs codes and the failure was corrected for 5 to 10 miles before it recurred.the contact will take the vehicle to another dealer.the current mileage was 62,000 and failure mileage was 60,000.
2001 ford windstar, shortly after purchase in 2006, abs light and brake lights would come on intermittently.in 2006 windstar suffered front end damage, then abs and brake lights always on.mechanic said after incident, oh we had a problem getting the abs to work. My son and daughter in law have a 2000 windstar that is having the same problem.on dec 8, 2007 i was traveling between oxnard and camarillo ca. Cars in front of me suddenly hit their brakes i did the same, the car started skidding out of control, pivoted on the front right tire, turned 180 degrees and rolled over.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the abs and brake warning lights would illuminate on the dashboard whenever she entered the vehicle. The vehicle had not yet been taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The current and failure mileages were approximately 150,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The abs and service brake lights would illuminate intermittently on the instrument control panel.he installed new brakes shoes, which did not remedy the failure. He took the vehicle to the dealer, and a technician concluded that the control module failed. The repairs cost $1200.00. Also the latch on the second row bucket seats have fractured. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was notified but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000. The current mileage was approximately 133,000.updated 11/10/09 updated 11/13/09
While sitting at a stop with foot applied to the brake pedaland brake pedal failed and went straight to the floor. Vehicle lurched forward with force andentered first lane of traffic onhighway. Abs light illuminated on the dashboard, and the warning chime went off.several timesvehicle has beenat dealer to determine problem, but nothing has been found. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the brake, abs, and traction control lights illuminate intermittently.the vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer.the speed was unknown.the current mileage was 65,492 and failure mileage was 65,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the vehicle burst into flames due to a leak in the brake pressure switch.the abs had to be disconnected by the dealer.the contact wants the abs module reconnected because it will make the vehicle safer to drive.she feels that the manufacturer should be responsible for the repairs since the abs module was replaced four years ago by the dealer.the current and failure mileages were 55,000.
This is a 2001 vehicle.after warrnaty expired we have invested almost $2000 in repairs and things continue to break.
Dt*:the contact stated the abs light intermittently illuminated.the vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined the whole system needed to be replaced.updated 10/03/06.
While driving my 2001 ford windstar the entire dashboardlit up. Then the abs, odometer, and engine light remained on.speedometer stopped working, and the odometer went blank. The van was taken to apple valley ford, where we were told that abs system had been leaking for sometime with no warning indication , and shortedout the entire electrical system. The repair bill was $4500 as the front electrical module was shot due to the leakage. Dealer and ford corporation could not explain cause of leak, why warning system did not work,why the extreme damage or why the front electrical modulewas located so close to the abs system, that allowedthis to happen. I questioned if this was a manufacturingor latent defect. Repair was being done at this time.
We purchased a 2001 ford windstar 04/2005, in 09/2005 while pulling into a parking spot the brakes failed & engine surged.summer of 2006, it happened a number of times with my wife driving, very similar to the first incident. We took it to our local repair shop who replaces a brake sensor.it happened again & they replaced another brake sensor.it happened again this time we took it to dealer in 07/2006 where thesaid they had to adjust the brake sensors and that everything was safe.it happened again, we took it back to dealer in august 2006 where theyhad it until 11/2006telling us there was nothing wrong with the van.not feeling safe with the van took to another dealer who has had it 11/2006 till present 03/2007.i have talked with a number of mechanics out side ford who have seen the same thing including a ford sales woman who had it happen to her vehicle. I have been told it probably is something in the abs system & that it would be over $2000 to replace but no guarantee that this would correct the problem ( i don't have that kind of money to waste) . I also see a lot of similar complaints on this web site. This problem is a life safety issue & should be resolved by ford.we are paying & insuring a vehicle, for 9 months that is not safe to drive.help please!!!!!
To summarize, we bought a 2001 new ford windstar van on oct. 6 from courtesy ford.the brakes failed on oct. 8, causing an accident with slight damage.the van was towed to a ford dealership in wray, where they were unable to find a problem with the brakes.ford, through their corporate office, offered an extended warranty of 5 years.they also stated that they had sent an engineer from denver to wray who was also unable to find a problem with the brakes.i have a signed document from the service manager in wray stating that no one has come to look at the van.neither my wife nor i feel that this vehicle is safe to drive, especially since ford has lied to us regarding their diagnosis of the problem.we do not feel comfortable putting ourselves and/or our grandchildren at risk when there seems to be no explanation for why the brakes failed initially.i have much documentation and a chronology of the events that brought us to where we are today.the most frustrating part of this whole deal is ford's reluctance to even respond to our calls and letters.we simply want a vehicle that is free from defects.this is the first new vehicle that we have ever owned.your service comes highly recommended to us and we would appreciate any help you can offer.i can be contacted anytime at the above number or on my cell phone (970) 630-3328.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at various speeds the contact stated that if she drove over any road bump, the abs and brake warning lights would illuminate intermittently.the contact stated that she received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) and had the vehicle repaired june 2010.the contact stated that the failure persisted after the recall work was performed and that the dealer did not replace the abs control modular. The manufacturer and dealer was contacted and advised that they only had to repair the fuse wiring harness and not the abs control modular, which was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 160,000. Updated 3/21/11 updated 04/25/11
An electrical connector seal had to be installed, the seat buckles and rear wiper motor cover were replaced, the abs failed, and right before the engine shut down all the lights on the dash board illuminated, after the vehicle was repaired the intake manifold, speed sensor and brake sensor failed. *phrq04011.*pco
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed.at the time of the failure, the abs and brake lights illuminated on the instrument panel.after constantly applying pressure to the brakes, the vehicle finally stopped.the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that a new brake master cylinder and brake fluid were needed.the dealer repaired the vehicle; however, the failure recurred two weeks later.the manufacturer did not provide any assistance.the speed was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 99,600.
Consumer states that when pressing on the brakes engine starts surgingand shaking. Dealer can't duplicate problem.
Abs and brake lights illuminate on dashboard. The lights are not on when vehicle is started but comes on shortly after vehicle is driven. This problem occurred after the first brake job.the mechanic said it would cost around $400.00 to fix.i consider this a safety hazard because my anti-lock brake system is not functional.i still have standard brake function.
I own a 2001 ford windstar van.it is used by my wife.last weekend, she came home from a local shopping trip and told me the a/c was not blowing cold anymore and the abs and brake light was illuminated.also the odometer and speedometer were not working.also the o/d light was blinking on and off.later in the evening i went and checked my fuses on the van and found the #10 fuse (15amp was burnt).i replaced the fuse with a new one and started the van.the a/c was now blowing very cold and the abs and brake light now was off.after leaving the van running for about 2 minutes, i noticed heavy smoke coming from the engine.i immediately turned off the engine and got a flashlight to see what was burning.i noticed near the master cylinder, a group of wires that had burned near the deactivation switch.i then came inside and searched the internet for this issue and came across a few blogs that stated the same problem.i then brought my vehicle in the next day to an authorized ford dealership that confirmed the problem as a faulty deactivation switch.i am very lucky that my van did not catch on fire while my wife has been using the van to bring my children to many different places.this is totally an unsafe matter and ford should be looking into a recall.what more can i do to make this happen??
Abs control module heats up and causes the anti-lock brakes not to function.i have see through research that this is a very common problem with these vehicles.i sent an email to ford with my finding and was told that there were no recalls for this problem.i can not believe with the number of people affected that ford continues to ignore this problem.
Brakes failed on three different occasions (repair dates: 3/22/02, 4/1/02 and 4/15/02).first, my wife noted the brake pedal was going all the way to the floor before there was any response.the dealership advised that this was normal.we insisted that it wasn't, until there lead technician found and replaced a faulty hcu.the second failure came while i was driving my wife and 6 month old baby from mo to va.while on the west virginia turn pike, the anti-lock brakes failed again and eventually the brakeing system failed all togoether by the time we reached our destination of suffolk virginia.barton ford, in suffolk va, replaced the hcu and the ecu and repaired a brake fluid leak.the third incident occurred while driving back to mo.once again the brakes did not respond normally. Once back in o'fallon, mo. The dealership found a air bubble in the brake line and they reprogrammed the abs module.each brake failure also affected the traction control system and the speedometer.we have also had to have one window replaced, the drivers side sliding door adjusted, a seal inserted in the rear of the vehicle due to a recall item, and bolts tightened at the engine cradle mounts.recently, the fuel cap indicator light illuminated for a period of 5 days for unknown reasons and we are currently unable to fill the gas tank to its normal capacity. This vehicle is unsafe and hardly worth the $27,220 that we are paying for it.
Abs light stays on all the time.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the abs and brake warning lights remain illuminated for up to 20 minutes.afterwards, the lights dim and begin to illuminate intermittently.he took the vehicle to the repair shop and was informed that it was a very common failure.currently, the contact is driving with the air bag light illuminated.the failure mileage was 75,000 and current mileage was 90,000. Updated 12/12/2007 the consumer stated was informed that when the abs and brake warning lights are illuminated the brake system will not work. Updated 12/12/07
Intermittent abs warning light.
Error code 1085 for 2001 ford windstar brake system. Brake light on had to disconnect abs system to avoid a fire. Creates a leak of brake fluid which is flammable.
I recently purchased a used 2001 ford windstar.it began showing 3 lights on the dash. (the brake light abs light and check engine light)iwill begin with the engine light. After reading many articles on the internet of people experiencing the same codes p0174 and p0171 i found the tsb. It called for the replacement of the vacuum line, isolator bolts, valve cover, and port seals. The abs and brake lights call for the replacement of the whole abs module. To fix both of these problems are very costly. And after researching, i have conlcuded that these problems are not isolated. Due to the high price of labor and parts i have not been able to fix these problems. I think that the loss of abson slippery roads and the loss of the engine due to the defective gasket parts cancause a major accident, and pose as a huge concern. Please contact me with any updates...thankyou
Emergency brake light come onwhen you drive or backup vehiclepaid ford dealer over $3,000 to fix the problem on basis of recommendation aug 28, 2007, replace wiring harness and abs module after servicing the brake lights continue to come on. Have taken the car in to dealer for the 5th time.ford engineers stated they do not know what is causing the problem or how to fix it. My 1 year labor warranty will expired aug 28, 2008 and ford has yet to repair car.i was told by ford dealer the car is drivable and doesn't pose a health or hazardous risk.i totally disagree.
Intermittent illumination of amber abs warning lamp and red brake system warning lamp during driving - no underlying brake system malfunction; also, abs and brake system warning lamps occasionally remain on after start-up warning system check cycle . Erroneous malfunction warnings consume owner time and funds to have diagnosed, with no actual brake malfunction present. Likely "boy who cried wolf" scenario, in which owners conditioned to ignore false warnings will disregard when true warning of actual defect occurs. Nhtsa tsb no.: 15682 on this issue not recognized by ford dealership service department, or ford oasis bulletin systems.
Abs light, red brake light, trac off light illuminated in dash board.
Abs and brake light stay on in my 2001 windstar.i have been on a website that includes information with over 5 thousand people with the same problem.i have had it checked at the dealer before and was told nothing was wrong.
Abs light (and brake light) go on intermittently on our 2001 ford windstar.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the abs and brake lights illuminated during normal driving conditions.the warning lights illuminated while driving between 10 and 40 mph.the current mileage was 72,000 and failure mileage was 68,000.
I own a 2001 ford windstar and the abs light keeps coming on and disabling the abs system and the parking brake light comes on.is there a recall on this?
Abs and brake warning lights come on intermittently for no reason.sensors replaced.lights still come on.started june/07. Ongoing.
2001 ford windstar, shortly after purchase in 2006, abs light and brake lights would come on intermittently.in 2006 windstar suffered front end damage, then abs and brake lights always on.mechanic said after incident, oh we had a problem getting the abs to work. My son and daughter in law have a 2000 windstar that is having the same problem.on dec 8, 2007 i was traveling between oxnard and camarillo ca. Cars in front of me suddenly hit their brakes i did the same, the car started skidding out of control, pivoted on the front right tire, turned 180 degrees and rolled over.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the abs warning light illuminates intermittently.he took the vehicle to the dealer and the service technician was unable to determine the cause of failure.the speed was unknown.the current and failure mileages were 89,000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar 3.8 l and the abs ans brake light illuminate intermitantly durnig the summer months and hotter weather but does not come on during colder months.
Abs and brake warning dashboard lights come on intermittently and are only cleared when vehicle is restarted. Brakes checked by dealership--not related to problem. Dealer service dept stated they could not replicate diagnostic code and could not recommend remedy; however, they stated this is a common problem. Safety issue is that this creates a lack of confidence in early warning system for brakes, potentially leading to driver ignoring a real brake failure.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
I had new brakes put on my vehicle (all four brakes) and about two weeks after having them put on i noticed my brakes were wanting to fail.when i go to stop the brakes squeal really bad, are hard to get to stop like i am pushing on a brick (i have to put all my body weight into brakes to stop vehicle) and sometimes will keep rolling.i had the lines checked and nobody can find out what is going on with my vehicle.
Power steering system failure. Traction control failure. Anti-lock brake (abs) system failure. Tire pressure monitor system failure.
Abs and brake lights intermittently go on and off. After brakes were replaced the lights started this activity. After returning to the shop where brakes were replaced, they pulled the following codes off the computer, c1185,1194,1198,1210,1214,1242,1246,1250,1254 and u1262. A google search showed over 500 hits on one website for this activity. The shop says the brakes will work, but abs may or may not work as intended to. This is a safety risk to the general public.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving atapproximately 7 mph, the anti-lock braking system warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to apply the brakes but they would not engage. She then attempted to engage the emergency brake to no avail. She shifted into park and coasted off the roadway. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where she was advised that the abs modular would need to be replaced. There were no recalls for her particular vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 127,020 and the current mileage was 127,039.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that when starting the ignition, both the abs and brake warning indicators illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure recurred whenever the engine was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the abs module would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.updated 02/22/12*ljupdated 03/01/12
On my 2001 ford windstar minivan, at about 62,500 miles on the odometer, the amber abs light and red brake light illuminated.was told by the dealer that it was a faulty hydraulic control unit that was leaking brake fluid on the abs module (estimated repair cost was about $1,100.i had previously researched this problem online, and have found entire forums of windstar owners dedicated to this problem.users had cited a fire hazard that is created by the leaking brake fluid on the abs electronic control unit (one owners van had caught fire due to this on a long trip).i asked about this at the dealership, and they confirmed that this could indeed be a fire hazard.i have pulled the fuses to de-energize the abs ecu, but because of that, am currently operating with no abs braking capability. The leaking fluid had also damaged the cruise control cutoff switch, so i had it repaired at the dealership.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 10 mph, the brakes squeaked when the brake pedal was applied.in addition, the abs warning indicator light illuminated.the mechanic replaced the flow switch; however, the failure continued to occur.the failure mileage was 45,000 and the current mileage was 51,000.
2001 ford windstar with intermittent brake light and abs light illuminated. Reportedly a failed abs module.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the abs warning light was illuminated on the instrument control panel. A mechanic stated that the abs control unit needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted in reference to recall 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). A technician stated that since the abs failure had no relation to the recall, they would only provide a free remedy for the speed control.the manufacturer was notified, but assistance was provided. The current mileage was 95,180. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving at an unknown speed, the emergency brake and abs lights illuminated on the instrument panel.in addition, the speedometer and odometer gauges blanked out and other gauges began to sporadically flash simultaneously.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and a diagnostic was performed.the failure codes indicated that the braking system was faulty due to water or fluid entering the abs connector.brake fluid was found leaking onto the abs module as well as fluid build-up in the connector.the abs module and pump were replaced.the dealer also attempted to reprogram the abs module, but was unsuccesful.the vin was unable to be entered into the system.the current and failure mileages were less than 123,000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar 3.8 l and the abs ans brake light illuminate intermitantly durnig the summer months and hotter weather but does not come on during colder months.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 25 mph, the abs and brake warning lights illuminated.the contact stated that the lights illuminate five minutes after driving the vehicle.the contact took the vehicle to a private mechanic and he stated that a new abs module was needed.the contact has not spoken with ford.the current and failure mileages were 109,600. Updated 01/09/08,*ljupdated 12/12/07
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 40 mph, the abs and brake lights illuminated simultaneously.a mechanic stated that the abs sensor failed.no repairs were made.the current mileage was 98,000 and failure mileage was 48,000.updated 10/23/07
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving at an unknown speed, the abs, track off, and brake light icons illuminated on the instrument panel.the vehicle was taken to a dealer twice, but has not been inspected.the dealer stated that the abs module failed.the current mileage was 112,000 and failure mileage was 110,000.updated 04/11/08
Car produced a stong sulfer smell and immediately the abs light and brake light illuminated, the "o/d off" light began flashing, the speedometer died and the odometer cleared.
2001 ford windstar lx - failure of abs control module - dealer performed test code 1185brake / abs warning lights have been off and on for the last 2 years, just recently they are coming on regularly so that a dealer could identify the problem.
Abs control module under drivers seat which is right next to a fuel line burned up. Also intermittent brake failure from brakes then all of a sudden they work normal.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the warning brake light and the check engine lights illuminated intermittently. The dealer replaced the coil which caused the failure. The dealer inform him after replacing the coil that there was also a problem with the abs link and the heat. The failure mileage w's 73,000. Updated 02/1710 the abs activated on its own.the dealer replaced the wheel speed sensor.updated 02/19/10.
Oil leaks leading to the engine$700.00 @60,000 milesabs ---system replaced $1200@74,500mileshead gaskets replaced and some suspension problem$2,000 @ 7500miles.
I noticed a few months ago that my brake fluid was low. There was no visible leak.just recently my 2001 ford windstar had to be taken to the dealer.during an inspection it was noted that the brake switch was leaking brake fluid.i was told that this needed to be fixed immediately as it could lead to a fire.however, the dealer did not have the part in stock.i was advised not to drive the vehicle till the part could be fixed.it will be fixed this weekend and i plan to keep the old part.this is extremely concerning considering that the reason most people get this type of vehicle is because they have children.knowing that a vehicle could start on fire while children are being transported is extremely concerning to me.it is obvious from what i have found that this is a common problem that ford is aware of.
When applying brakes, brake light comes on. Has to pull brake pedal up from floor. Brake lights do not turn off unless the brake pedal is manually pulled up. This occurs both at low and high positions of pedal adjuster. The dealer could not duplicate the problem.
While driving brakes were making a grinding noise. Brakes would skip before they stopped vehicle. While coming to an intersection brakes failed, they allowed consumer to slow down. Then, consumer had to put car in park. Consumer had vehicle towed to dealer.please provide any further information.
When the windshield wipers are engaged they will either work for a few seconds and quit or not work at all. Dealership replaced the wiper motor twice, and the front electronic control module. But problemsstill exists.recall 01v261000was issued,but this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin.also, clunking on the front driver side at low speed or when turning left.dealership checked the vehicle and later replaced the brake rotor.starter were also replaced.*la
When the windshield wipers are engaged they will either work for a few seconds and quit or not work at all. Dealership replaced the wiper motor twice, and the front electronic control module. But problemsstill exists.recall 01v261000was issued,but this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin.also, clunking on the front driver side at low speed or when turning left.dealership checked the vehicle and later replaced the brake rotor.starter were also replaced.*la
Vehicle's back end swayed left and right, making it difficult to maintain control. The cause was undetermined. The consumer stated that the rear control arm broke while driving.the bolt was replaced and a rattling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle.the lower rear tight side bolt was no good.the conusmer stated that the engine light was on. Tests found vacuum leaking from the intake manifold.lower and upper intake manifold gaskets were replaced.idle speed control was replaced. The brakes squeaked .when taking off from a stop light the vehicle idles high.*tc
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving at various speeds, the vehicle sporadically loss excessive brake fluid.the dealer stated that the wiring harness that was connected to the vehicle speed cruise control failed and needed to be replaced.the vehicle was repaired at the cost of $86.67.secondly, the technician stated that there was a recall and her vin was excluded from the vin range.the contact was in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 101,000 and current mileage was 103,032.updated 09/16/08 the was a leak in the brake master cylinder.updated 09/22/08.
My 2001 ford windstar developed a brake fluid leak from the speed control deactivation switch mounted on the master cylinder. This appears to have caused the speedometer and odometer to stop working. I plan to make repairs tonight, but i noticed that many other ford products are under a recall for this same problem, and i wanted to include the information that this problem has occurred on my windstar. It appears to be a potential fire hazard.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed a loss of brake fluid in the vehicle.the contact would add fluid one week, and the following week, it would almost be empty.the dealer stated that the master brake cylinder and accessories needed to be replaced.the current mileage was 101,000 and failure mileage was 99,000.
While driving down the road, i pressed my brakes to stop and the pedal went to the floor. I had no brakes until i pumped my brakes several times. While doing this my brake light and abs light came on and stayed on. My o/d light was flashing and my speedometer stopped working along with odometer. And my a/c stopped working. We stopped to work on it and found fuse number 10 was blown. We replaced fuse. When we turned to key to start the motor blue smoke came up from motor area and fuse instantly blew. Upon further inspection found that the sensor under master cylinder was leaking brake fluid into electrical harness. Have not fixed sensor yet.
While driving dashboard lights illuminated intermittently. The odometer went out. Consumer stopped the vehicle to look under the hood. There were little sparks of fire under the hood. The wiring that were connected to the master cylindermelted. There was brake fluid leaking down on the wiring.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 55 mph and without warning, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when depressed and would not stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,750.
This even has happened many a times, since '07 when i purchased the vehicle. The brake pedal seems to get stuck/or doesn't release all the way. I purchased the vehicle and was told it had new brakes; but now i need brakes.. In the beginning i had repairs done to it because the airbag light would not go off, and the cruise control would not turn on... The cruise control issue has started again, and i feel it is because the brake pedal is sticking.i can put my foot under it and raise it and most times this is the remedy for the situation. This brake pedal fault has now lead me to buy a portable power supply aka portable jumper cables, because of this happening and the brake pedal is staying pushed in far enough that the brake lights stay on and drain the battery dead... Which has happened more then 10 times.. I was at an event last night when i stated i had to go make sure the brake pedal had not came back down and put the rear lights back on; on my vehicle; when the young man i as speaking to, stated "our car does the same thing".. I then asked what kind is it, the result is we both drive ford windstar '01 vehicles..i am sure that there are not only two cases of the malfunction... And yet i do not find here in the recall list. If there is another was to find out or if there is an recall for the function please inform me.
Complete separation of the front lower control arm attaching bracket from the front sub frame on the passenger side of the vehicle. This is the same problem that is described in the nhtsa recall no. 11v030. And ford recall no. 11s16.the dealer that inspected the vehicle said it was not covered by the recall because the vehicle was not purchased or registered in a (salt-belt) state.
2001 ford windstar 280,000 miles ne oh 10-11-10. Right side lower control arm separated from frame.65 mph from left lane crossed 3 lanes rush hour traffic.no warning signs somehow no collision. Axle pulled from transmission.replaced: tire, axle, boots. Frame shop reinforced and straight frame, aligned front end. Repair damaged transmission cooling lines and required replacement.
The contact owns a2001 ford windstar.while driving 10 mph and proceeding to a stop sign, the contact experienced a loss of steering control and the front wheels locked.the vehicle was inoperable and there were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel.roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer.the technician stated that the failure was related to the lower control arm brackets at the subframe.the vehicle is currently being repaired.the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved.the failure and current mileages were 64,000.
I took my van in for the 11s16 recall and now problems are taking place afterwards. I got my van back and now the check engine light is on and coolant is leaking everywhere.
I was driving on interstate 39 towards wisconsin dells with my wife and daughters. About 15 miles out of madison wisconsin my daughters began screaming i looked back and there was smoke everywhere. I immediately pulled to side of highway and got everyone out of the vehicle. Both my rear tires had collapse. I had to get towed into a ford dealer in madison wisconsin. The rear axle on the van had split in half. Calling ford was no help. They stated that a recall had been on that vehicle a couple years back and that the warranty on that recall had expired. Luckily nothing happened to my family but if these issues on this recall whichwas done two years ago hasn't fixed the problem someone is going to get seriously hurt! even if i fix this problem iwill not be able to trust this vehicle. Please look into this someone. There are many windstars that were repaired around the same time because of recall that will begin to fall apart again. Problem not fixed!
We wish to be contacted and have multiple issues to report. (1) odi request for information regarding engineering analysis ea10-007sub frame and (2) issues of compliance with safety recall procedures and what we believe to be fraudulent andillegal actions. Space is inadequate but will try to summarize. Vehicle subframe failed at both passenger and driver side rear mounts and thereby caused separation of the steering components and complete loss of steering, loss of brakes, and loss of transmission control. The owner used the only means available to stop the vehicle by turning off the ignition key and 'riding it out.'subframe components and the engine/transmission had been in contact with pavement. Large portions of the subframe appear to be missing from the vehicle. The exhaust system was severed. The transmission linkage pulled away and as stated the steering components separated. What is believed to be the air bag cable became wrapped around the steering components. Vehicle was towed to a dealership which refuses to inspect, disclose, photograph, or allow to be photographed the massive damage while declaring the vehicle "repairable" and the "repairs have to be done." at issue are declarations that under the recall that "responsibility" rests with the owner and a "right to deny coverage." a demand that repairs be scheduled or the vehicle be towed from the car lot with a demand that a document be signed which amounts to a release and complete misrepresentation of the facts. The dealership has been told that we will lend no truth or validity to their forceful and manipulative demands, nor will we sign any document. It is our intent to destroy the vehicle. We have incurred multiple out of pocket expenses. In essence fraud and illegal acts, under the color of federal law are alleged. We desire to submit a written statement and request for investigation.
Stopped to get my oil changed, they showed me where the entire right front subframe has rusted away making my windstar unsafe to drive. I looked online and found this is an ongoing problem with this model withof these having the same problem with the passenger side right front. This can cause you to loose steering control or in an extreme the engine to fall out going down the highway, ford recalled the same problem on the rear axel,,why not fix the front also. I live in arkansan but bought the windstorm from a person in missouri wherei see ford list as a state with a rust problem but doing nothing to fix it.
This vehicle has shut off on me while driving several times.during the latest event which occurred while going approximately 30 mph and the minivan just shuts off without warning.there is not a stalling warning or anything. All lights appear on the dash and it is very difficult to steer the van when it happens.in order to get the vehicle to restart you have to turn it off with the key and then start it up again.i have investigated this problem online and there are many, many people complaining of this.i'm very surprised to see that a recall has not be made.with most of the complaints i've seen online many of the mechanics do not seem to know what the problem is.it's scary to see that many of us are complaining of the same thing.during some of the other incidents it also seemed to happen during lower speeds such as 5 or 10 mph however twice it happened going higher speeds, once at 25 mph and the other at 30 mph. Thank you for checking into this.
While backing out from a parking space, the passenger side lower control arm mount separated from the subframe due to extensive corrosion.the front passenger wheel was turned outwardly and the right half shaft was disengaged from thedifferential. While researching this issue on the internet, i realized the subframe should last longer than the life of the vehicle. Fortunately for some it has been detected while in a repair shop for some other reason such as brakes, alignment or other front end work. Unfortunately for others it has been discovered by malfunctioning to the point of breaking and causing other structural/mechanical damage, as well as personal injury. I would like to believe that ford stands behind its product and is willing to issue a recall for repair.
I am reporting my 2001 ford windstar limited for the same problems that have been recalled in the "salt belt states".i live in fauquier county, virginia.this windstar was originally bought at rick hunt ford in warrenton, va and resided in the 20186 zip code until we bought it in 2005.it was traded into jerry's lincoln/mercury in manassas from whom we purchased it.we have lived in fauquier county the entire time we have owned this vehicle, in remington, va and now warrenton, va.i noticed in my regular maintenance that it appeared that the "front sub frame" was doing the same thing that others had complained of and ultimately was recalled in the "salt belt states".on 01/19/2012 what used to be rick hunt ford and now is sheey ford of warrenton, va looked at the "front sub frame".the service manager said that my concerns were correct about the "front sub frame", that it is doing what these vehicles were recalled for in the "salt belt states".he also said that the "rear axle" had a crack in it, also what they were recalled for in the "salt belt states".the results were that ford would not take care of it even though it had the same problems that they recalled in other states.i contacted ford customer service on 01/20/2012 and was told by the original person's supervisor that and i quote "ford has agreed to add your vehicle to the recall list".i was to take the van back to sheehy so they could document everything and take care of it.i did so, dropped it off 01/23/2012.i called on 01/25/2012 to find out if it was ready that ford would not take care of it since it had not been registered in a "salt belt state".i am requesting that the nhtsa look into these vehicles again and require ford to recall the windstars in all states.if you look around on the internet one can find people in almost every state who have the same problems.thank you
After noticing wobbling of my back tire driving my daughter home from school my father looked at me vehicle to not only see that my rear axel had cracked (in process of insepction for recall repair on that) but also notuce the the front sub frame is rusting so much that everything attached to it is starting to detach.
Stopped at intersection. Began moving forward making a right hand turn and steering disengaged, steering wheel was freely going in circles. Accelerated through intersection, over curb and into grass area to be clear of cross traffic. Had difficulty moving gear shift but was able to force it into park, shut off engine. Looked under vehicle and found both front subframe lower control arms had broken free.there was no indication failure was going to occur.
Vehicle is no longer drivable & is sitting at a ford dealership service lot.incident occurred on tuesday, january 25, 2011 at approximately 4:30pm. Vehicle front subframe cracked and passenger side tire separated from car while driving resulting in loss of control of vehicle. Car would not steer or move, could not be pushed out of traffic.
While backing out of my driveway the subframe fell out of my vehicle causing the throttle body to open all the way dropped out of reverse and went into drive lost steering ,lost brakes jammed vehicle into park to stop 1 foot from telephone pole. Had vehicle towed to ford took 1 week to here anything from them ,was told i could not have a rental or loaner vehicle while they had my car. Called ford customer service line was told i could only get rental car for 1 day for subframe and 1 day for rear axle recall , as of 7/14 2014 was told i would maybe have my vehicle back by next week after ford evaluated my car for repairs. I did not receive a phone call from ford dealer until 7/14/2014.
I was driving my ford windstar at approximately 30 mph when i heard a clunk.shortly thereafter i heard a metal-on-metal clanking noise.i then drove home, parked the van until the next day.on saturday, october 25, 2014, i removed the front right tire to find the sway bar bracket completely rusted away from the subframe.the rust was so extensive, the subframe also had a rust hole, the size of a quarter right through the subframe directly beneath where the sway bar bracket "was" located.the following monday, october 27th, i called and made an appointment at willowbrook ford.they had my van for two days before calling me with their decision.they told me that they will not cover the cost to fix my vehicle despite ford having a recall on the subframe.they also called they sent the ford district manager various photos showing so the corroded sway bar bracket and subframe. They told me the dm at ford also rejected paying for the repairs.i am very disappointed since this 2001 windstar has received several recalls, many of which were associated with corrosion around the subframe and rear axle.my windstar is now not safe to drive!very disappointed with this ford windstar and with ford in general.
The front end of my 2001 ford windstar makes a lot of noise like it is going to fall apart. I'm afraid because my rear axle broke in 2 pieces going 65 mph on the interstate. I'm sure something is going on with my front subframe. How do we get this investigated?
On sunday july 8th, 2012 i was driving my 2001 ford windstar i stopped at a light and as the light changed i began driving and then heard a loud noise,my wheels began to squeel and pull all over and my van came to a complete stop in the road and would not move.. The front passenger side wheel was turned outward but my wheel was straight.thank god i was not on an expressway or highway with all my kids in the vehicle.. I called a tow truck the driver inspected it and said something underneath the front frame had snapped off.. So today i had it towed into a ford dealer to find out it is a new recall how can these windstar vans have so many frame and axle issues and be safe to drive exspecially with all these brackets they are having to put on them for the recalls.. If i was on an expressway me and my son would of been hurt badly if not killed.. Not to mention if i would of hit someone else i could of injured others too..i will never trust another windstar with my family this is crazy..it is the subframe front lower control arm rear attaching flages completely broke/snapped off while i was driving down a basic 40 mph road..when it broke it messed up the underneath of my vehicle it ripped the drive shaft right out of the transmission.. And who knows what else is damaged now.. People need to know about this now before someone is seriously hurt..
Brakes failed on three different occasions (repair dates: 3/22/02, 4/1/02 and 4/15/02).first, my wife noted the brake pedal was going all the way to the floor before there was any response.the dealership advised that this was normal.we insisted that it wasn't, until there lead technician found and replaced a faulty hcu.the second failure came while i was driving my wife and 6 month old baby from mo to va.while on the west virginia turn pike, the anti-lock brakes failed again and eventually the brakeing system failed all togoether by the time we reached our destination of suffolk virginia.barton ford, in suffolk va, replaced the hcu and the ecu and repaired a brake fluid leak.the third incident occurred while driving back to mo.once again the brakes did not respond normally. Once back in o'fallon, mo. The dealership found a air bubble in the brake line and they reprogrammed the abs module.each brake failure also affected the traction control system and the speedometer.we have also had to have one window replaced, the drivers side sliding door adjusted, a seal inserted in the rear of the vehicle due to a recall item, and bolts tightened at the engine cradle mounts.recently, the fuel cap indicator light illuminated for a period of 5 days for unknown reasons and we are currently unable to fill the gas tank to its normal capacity. This vehicle is unsafe and hardly worth the $27,220 that we are paying for it.
Making a left turn, heard a loud bang.the sway bar link came loose attached to a chunk of rusted metal from the subframe.the sway bar and link are fine.it is a part of the subframe where it attaches to that came off.there is no way to reattach the sway bar as the whole section where it attaches to subframe is rusted.called ford dealer in ithaca, this is not covered by their recalls.
I recently had my windstar front end worked on by a local ford dealer, who was supposed to take care of all recall issues. They did a crappy job of that and now the vehicle is sitting my driveway with the axle snapped in half. Had it towed to my home when it broke on the highway. This is not a safe vehicle and we were very lucky no-one got hurt.
In 2011 ford recalled over 400000 vans (1997-2003) due to serious corrosion of axles and other components. Special repairs were done at ford expense. Recently my mechanic informed me that the rear motor mount and the van sub frame had continued to rust badly to the extent that the unit was a safety risk. A search of the internet indicates thatmany, many repaired ford vehicles have experienced very serious corrosion of the sub frames and the repaired axles with serious results including failure of sub frames and or axles when driving!!
I have a 2001 ford windstar that was serviced for the safety recall 11s16,(11v030000 nhtsa campaign number) 04/11/2011. My vehicle was grounded do to significant subframe rot but it was deemed repairable by ford. On february 2, 2013 i noticed a 2 inch long crack/perforation on the top part of the sub-frame where the repair bracket was attached when i was rotating the tires. I took it back to the ford dealership and they said they were unable to help because it was repaired once and they wont pay to have it repaired again. Im not sure if they missed this the first time it was fixed or what. I do know that according to ford's specs for determining if a subframe is repairable or not this crack would deem in non-repairable because its within the 2 inch mark from the tooling hole. Now im just waiting for the subframe to completely crack while im driving down the road. The repair bracket that was supposed to solve the problem to begin with will not hold the subframe together if it completely cracks at the spot at which its located in. I also believe that due to downward force on the subframe body mount and the fact where the u shaped bracket is sitting on the subframe that holds the bracket on the subframe, it is acting like a fulcrum point where the subframe is bending and cracking.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The steering wheel then independently turned in a complete circle. The sub frame detached from the vehicle and dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure). The dealer refused to replace the other components that were damaged as a result of the failure. The affected parts were the clock spring, exhaust flex pipe, power steering belt and transmission bracket, which had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.updated 12/4/13
Between my march 2015 oil change and my july 30 2015 oil change the control arms broke and completely ruined a tire all the way around the tire. Chewed it up very badly putting me at risk for an accident from a blow out or loss of control.i don't know exactly when the problem occurred.the problem was found by the shop at the oil change.i am finding online where there is much concern about the control arms on these vehicles.both front lower control arms were replaced by the shop. The brought one of the tires into the lobby for me to see and it was absolutely chewed up all the way around the tire.it is a wonder i did not have an accident.
After making a right hand turn heard a thump noise. When trying to complete the turn and straighten out the wheel,the car jumped to the left and ended up in the middle of a two laned road. After having vehicle towed to shop was informed that front subframe had rusted out, causing axle to disengage from front right tire rendering vehicle inoperable. Could not push vehicle to side of road. Had to wait for police vehicle to push to side of road.*ln
Front sub-frame badly rusted and sway bar welded mounts on the sub-frame have rusted and broken in half causing poor steering control and excessive body roll.as a note, this vehicle was rustproofed when new and inspected over the life of the vehicle each year.also, ford has inspected the front sub-frame in january of 2011 on a recall and it appears did not find a problem with the sub-frame in this area.given the severity of the rust it would appear the problem existed at the time of inspection.
Car was in an single car accident. Steering and body damage. All fixed now.need verification for salvage sticker.
I purchased this 2001 ford windstar sel 11/18/04 from pohanka chevrolet.on my way to kansas on 11/20/04 the cd/cassette player went out.than i started hearing a noise in the steering.when i returned they eventually replaced the stereo and after numerous times in, they replaced the power steering pump.after that i started hearing a grating sound when coming out of a parking space.pulling out in reverse, or going forward, after turning the wheel to go straight it would make this sound.they could not figure it out so i took it to a ford dealer who said this was normal for a windstar.it doesn't feel normal and i hope they will replace anything it may be damaging.also, after the power steering was "fixed" i started feeling and hearing this whirling sound from the engine.a few times the car almost cut off at a stop light, but i put it in neutral and it continued running.again, they said this is normal for a windstar.i now see why there are no new windstars.i just wanted it noted that this has been addressed a number of times with pohanka and ted britt ford, to not avail.pohanka even offered me a chevrolet malibu, plus more money out of my pocket, as a replacement.i wanted a van, not a car.
Our van has a rusting subframe. We brought it in to a mechanic because of a scraping sound we heard when making sharp right-hand turns, especially when driving down an incline. The mechanic told us of a potential recall on a rusting subframe so we brought it into a ford dealership. They refused to take responsibility of the subframe at their cost.
My daughter was driving the windstar at approximately 20 mph when she heard a noise and felt something break and she was unable to steer the vehicle and she was able to get the vehicle stopped. She exited the vehicle to see if she could see what the problem was. She noticed both front wheels were pointing in different directions.this vehicle was recalled in 2011 to have brackets placed to support the subframe.the vehicle was towed to a local garage. Upon inspection it was determined that the passengers side lower control arm had pulled out of the subframe.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle made an abnormal noise as the steering wheel seized without warning.the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed stated that the vehicle was not repairable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Just 18-months after the ford windstar safety recall repairs were completed, the front sub-frame of my 2001 ford windstar cracked resulting in loss of stability.the vehicle was taken to the ford dealership in midland michigan.it was deemed unsafe to drive by the ford dealership service manager and repair technician.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.
The same part indicated in recall is bad, my van needs fix. The recall doesn't cover my part or repair because my vin isn't showing any recalls. When the same problem happened to me indicated in the recall. Is there anything i can do?
I came up to a stop sign, the entire front axle broke off the frame, i lost steering, brakes, had to slam it into park to stop. I ended up across the road. There was a recall in 2011 for the axle mount and ford decided it only needed a coating on it, 5 seconds later we would of been on the highway and killed.i emailed ford and they said the recall was still open, the ford dealer never closed it, so they won't help me. That is bull, the coated it and forgot to close it out, thats their fault, i can take pics if you want them.
Failure of bracket holding upper control arm to frame on 2001 ford windstar with 58,000 miles on the odometer.failure caused wheels to go their own way causing total lack of control of vehicle.
I started hearing a knocking -- popping noise whenever i turned the wheel.i took it to the mechanic and he said it could be the buckles in the steering rack.when i brought the van to be fixed, the mechanic stated that my problems are worse than that.the rear axle carrier is cracked and needs to be replaced and the front subframe to body is almost completely rusted through and needs to be replaced.he stated that he has seen this problem alot in 2001 ford wnidstars with mileage over 100,000 miles.my van has 108,000 miles.i have had many problems with this van including replacing struts, steering rack, abs lights constantly on the dash.check engine light on.all these issues have been addressed and still no resolution.i am very frustrated.this latest "mechanical" issue going to costme way above $2000.i have always driven ford cars/vans.i am not sure if given the opportunity, if i would buy another ford vehicle. I am very disappointed with ford.
Had the vehicle serviced for 2 corrosion recalls. Was driving on the freeway approx. 60mph, heard a pop in the area of the right front tire. Took van to the shop i use, where i was told it was part of the frame and need to take it to the dealership(blackwell ford, plymouth, mi. 48170). Dealership said the van needed a subframe assy. And right sway bar bushing bracket, and possibly more. All was due to corrosion, combination poor design and inferior material. They contacted ford motor, sent estimate, pictures and information. Fords response is that it wasn't part of any recall, even though there has been at least two for corrosion that i am aware of. This is clearly a design and/or a material issue with my windstar. It is not safe to drive, and there is no way, with my conscious that i can try to sell it. This is an ongoing issue with the windstar. I'm sure this is part of hundreds if not thousands of complaints on this issue, what can be done? how many injuries or deaths have there been because of corrosion issue with the windstar? help!!!!
Fortunately there was no accident, but my vehicle is very unsafe to drive. I took the vehicle to the dealer for safety recall 11s16 . The dealer contacted ford because sway bar bushings are completely rusted out and broken, leaving nothing to attach the sway bar to. Ford says the bracket is outside the scope and advises the dealer to perform the repair. The sway bar has broken off from the front sub-frame passenger side of the car. The dealer said the sub-frame is so rusted that the only way to reattach the sway bar is to replace the entire front sub-frame at a cost of $2900. The dealer deemed my car unsafe to drive, as i won't have control of my car on quick turns or be able to make fast maneuvers in the event of an accident or to avoid potential accidents. Another risk is that my engine may fall out the bottom of my car while driving (which i see has happened to others with my same problem), endangering my family and others on the road. I plan on parking this car in my driveway and waiting for ford to be forced to recall these vehicles.
2001 ford windstar lx 40,000 mileswe had to replace the "worn out" (stated by ford mechanic) rack and pinion steering, pump and reservoir for a cost of us$ 1,100.00. I did research online with other 2001 windstar owners and found several cases of this exact same repair. The entire steering assembly cannot have an effective life of 40k miles, this should be a recall service for ford to make good on.*nlm
Removed subframe to replace faulty torque converter.found substantial rusting at firewall end of subframeon both "arms", requiring replacement of subframe.called local dealers, no "open" recall (over 15 year-old van) and $4,900 new subframe quote provided, with no dealer or manufacturer coverage, after calling national and canadian mfctr recall numbers.mfctr/dealers of no assistance, whatsoever.part not actually available.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) and was taken to the dealer for repair. After the vehicle was repaired, the contact heard a grinding and a cracking sound in the front end of the vehicle while driving approximately 65 mph. The vehicle would also shake vigorously and the steering wheel began to turn on its own forcefully. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
The subframe in the front had cracked after having the repair/recall done by ford.this is the passenger side, right by the mount to the body.
My abs light/brake light is on - started 2007- was told it would cost 1200.00 dollars to fix it; that it was ok to use the car in this condition. 8/14/14- replaced the wheels bearings on thefrontright andleft wheels-after the bearings / and sway bars were replace still hear a grinding noise front the right front of vehicle. Noise becomesmore pronounced the longer you drive the vehicle .also the abs/brake light is still on when you drive the car.
I was driving at 35mph when i heard a loud boom and my windstar careened wildly back and forth and felt like i had slammed on the brakes. The windstar could not even be driven to the shoulder. The tow truck driver said the subframe was broken and possibly the tie rods had broken as well. The front wheels were pointed outward in opposite directions.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering wheel was not aligned in the correct position. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to a local mechanic who stated that the lower sub frame needed to be replaced. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 140,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit a loud, abnormal noise when attempting a sharp turn at low speeds. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
The subframe rusted & sway bar ancor bracket broke lose. I was able to weild it back on. I noticed the sub frame had a rusthole in it between the the repairs done by ford recall 11s16 afew years ago.i called ford motor company ,was told my van was to old & to many miles on it.i got recall for the rear axel [15s27] took to local dealerand asked about front subframe. Theytold me it was up to ford .
I have a 2001 ford windstar.the vehicle currently has 100,205 miles on it.i have had to replace the front strut bearings and struts at 75,000 miles and again at 100,000.i have also had to replace the inner and outer tie rods at 69,000 miles.and the left outer tie rod again at 100,000.i have had over $2,500 in repairs in the time frame of one year, not including 4-wheel brake job.i brought the vehicle in for service at 82,000 miles and told the ford dealership that i was again hearing the "bad strut noise".at this time the 1 yr, 12,000 mile warranty would have picked up the cost of the repair.i was told that there was not anything wrong with the struts.i would be interested to know if anyone else has had ongoing strut and tie rod problems.
The mounting ears on the right front subframe (h-frame that all the suspension, steering , and drivetrain) that connects the lower control arm tothe frame rotted off the frame allowing the passenger side tire assy. To swingout from under the vehicle causing a loss of control. Fortunately it happened when turning left at a intersection and not on the freeway. The whole front h frame has to be replaced. The vehicle is an 01 ford windstar with approx. 61,000 miles, always taken good care of and garage kept. Original owner neverany accidents.
While driving through an intersection i heard a loud bang underneath the car and i lost all steering control!i parked the car and called for a tow. When van was on the flatbed i observed the engine mounting had detached on both sides of the car. The engine and other components were hanging down. Had van towed home. Through my own research i found that my van was part of recall no. 11s16 for corrosion related fractures at the front lower control arm rear attaching brackets and body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe. I was shocked that i had not been notified of this recall because i had been notified regarding recall no 11s13 for rear axle corrosion related cracking. Van was taken for inspection axle and we were told it passed and nothing else needed to be done. Had van towed again, this time to dealer. Dealer says subframe and rear axle need replaced and ford wants to do the replacement. As a result of the frame detachment, the intermediate shaft needs replaced. There are other unknown components that may need repaired/replaced and they won't know until they do the work. The other repairs may or may not be paid for by ford. Under ford's own remedies, if brackets can not repair the original subframe, then a repurchase offer for the vehicle should be made. To date,ford has refused this as a remedy. Instead, they want to replace the subframe and axle that would have to be attached to other corroded parts of the vehicle. My family's lives were already put in danger enough by these defective products. I was not notified regarding the subframe recall and the rear axle was improperly handled. The axle should have had reinforcement brackets attached even if it did pass inspection. This was not done nor were we told to bring it back in to be done. Ford should be forced to buy back my vehicle under it's own remedy instructions provided to the nhtsa.
I have a ford windstar 2001 mini van and i live in new york state. On december 7th, 2010, as i was pulling left into a parking space i heard a loud cracking sound. (at first i thought i had rolled over a very large piece of ice) i again proceeded to pull in, but my car would not move. (engine was still on) i got out and found 3 of my tires facing left and 1 facing right. I called aaa and was preparing to have it towed to a mechanic. When the driver/mechanic from aaa,informed me that the lower control arm (drive arm) had tore away from the main frame (front axel) at the front of the car, and had tore away all of the driving mechanisms and would need a welder first , not a mechanic . So i had him take it to a local welder. He was able to find some clean metal to weld it back on and then recommended i take it to a mechanic to finish up with everything else that was needed. The mechanic told me that it would need a cv joint and the linkage for the transmission in order to have it working again. I have never had any issues with the engine, or transmission prior to this day. And the car has very little rust on it's body. So i would have never thought to look underneath for any. And because it was always maintained well,a mechanic was hardly ever under her to see if there was any possible damage either. She has less than 75,000 miles on her so i never expected this to occur. I have filed a report with ford after the incident but all they could say was thank you and they'll make a not of it. And that the rear axel was on recall....but if that was the case, why not the front axel too???
I was driving my van down the road at about thirty five. Heard a loud thunk and realized i was not accelerating anymore. The van stopped almost immediately after. Called a tow truck because i thought it was the transmission. After evaluating the damage we realized that the frame had broken where the wheel stabilizer arm mounts to the frame on the passenger side. Also my passenger drive shaft pulled out from the transmission.so in this repair it is going to take a sub frame. And the half shafts from transmission to wheel.
Front end steering,disturbing front end frame sound,abs lights noticed abs braking problem,brake light,od light,interior lights flash on and off intermittently when driving. Have to cut the van off and restart for to stop that only last awhile. .took into dealer for recalls still dealing with electrical problem so forth. I never been so scared of an vehicle in my life.
While driving at low speed and turning, thevehicle stalled with out any warning. Also has problem with the steering wheel and the turn signal working intermittently.the dealer replaced the upper intakemanifold gasket and the idle air control valve, however the vehicle stalled again and the dealer replaced idle air control valve again.the power steering fluid was low.
I have repeatedly contacted my dealer for the problems that exist with my vehicle. The brakes fail after prolonged pressure at red lights. I was told to set my parking brakes to adjust. I had two large bumps on the steering wheel. I was told that it was a broken bearing and they replaced my steering wheel and fixed the broken bearing. The new wheel has the exact same bumps. I was told not to worry about it. The air conditioner was making grinding sounds. The compressor was replaced. The enige has a ticking noise when vehicle is in gear but stopped with brake. I was tols this is the injectors and nothing was wrong. The van stalls at any speed for no reason after long periods of driving. I was told it was my alternator. Ihave had my van not long and already have a rebuilt new van. I went to the dealer and drove another van. None of the above problems were seen. I was told there is nothing that i could do but to trade in and pay mega bucks for another one. My van has been in the shop for 9 days the first time and 15 days the second time. I feel i have been wronged by the ford motor company and i should be given a vehicle that i can drive and feel safe in. I feel that the vehicle has more problems then the 1980 aerostar that i replaced with this one. Please let me know if there is anything that i can do to solve this problem. If there is nothing, then please warn others from the problems that i have encurred.
While driving theft light on dash comes on rear wiper comes on by it self and engine turns off leaving vehicle moving with no power, no steering, no brakes.after stopping vehicles ignition is locked out with no power/no crank.
Power steering system failure. Traction control failure. Anti-lock brake (abs) system failure. Tire pressure monitor system failure.
The power steering hose failed.
Fluid from power steering system leaked onto some hot engine component, probably the exhaust system, and produced a rolling fire at the rear of the engine compartment below the firewall. Vehicle was being parked in a parking space in front of a service station when fire erupted. My son who was inside the station, saw the fire and rushed out to warn us out of the vehicle. Station personnel brought a fire extinguisher and my sons (the other was driving) raised the hood and extinguished the fire.the fire was burning fiercely and was difficult to reach, but was extinguished before any fuel system components became involved. Smoke had come from under the engine compartment twice previously during the day, but we assumed that the transmission had been overfilled and the excess was being vented and boiling off on the transmission. I called ford with the assumption that excess transmission fluid was leaking and was told that the transmission would probably be alright. Since this was my mother's funeral, we decided to continue in the vehicle to the cemetery.smoke again came from under the hood when we parked at the cemetery, but cleared quickly.we had driven about 10 miles from the cemeterywhen the fire occurred.
Vehicle has 76,000 miles. Power steering fluid was being gradually lost and steering noise occurred as the fluid level went down. Took it to dealership, and they explained power steering pump was leaking. Replaced with a new one at another shop and today all fluid was lost in less than 15 minutes of driving, leaving me with unassisted steering. Took it back to the shop (with difficulty) and they said the new pump was faulty and is leaking at the same place, however, stains are now on the left side of vehicle when the pump is actually on the right. Previously, stains were on the right side, now they are on the left so it can't be the pump again. Shop will not honor their warranty on parts/labor. I am concerned that this will cause an accident, or start a fire under the vehicle. I have seen on the internet that power steering leaks on this model are very common, so please investigate this matter and let me know what you come up with.
We purchased our 2001 ford windstar with approximately 24,000 miles on it.one week after we purchased the van the indicator light for the air bags would not go off.we took the van to the dealer and they fixed the problem.shortly after that incident the rear heat and a/c would not operate.we took the van to the local dealer again and they repaired the problem under warranty.a few weeks after that the check engine light came on and they tried to fix it but it came back on.they charged us for that visit. The check engine light is still on we now have around 70,000 miles on the van.when the van had accumulated about 35,000 miles the transmission started shuddering.the van would shake all over during driving.recently i had to have the transmission replaced.there is a leak around the passenger door on the left side of the van.there is a clicking noise when i brake that no one seems to know what it is or how to fix it.now there is a loud humming noise coming from the automatic power steering fluid pump.it is so loud that it can be heard even when the radio is turned on.it used to be loud when i turned a corner or onto another street but now it is loud when i am sitting at a stop light.when we first purchased the van there was a foul odor coming from the venting system.i asked the service tech at the local dealership about this but he did not know why this was happening.we still have an odor even after changing the filter twice for the vent system. We are very unhappy with our purchase and would never consider buying another windstar.
Noticed a squeaking sound under drivers side found two defective tie rods.
I had my van for 1 year. Recently,the inner tie rod on the drivers side had to be replaced, because it was already worn out with just 56,000 miles on it. I had this done because the vans steering had a lean to it.it would feel like the left tire was leaning when i would go through a turn. At normal speeds, i have even had the van lurch to the right about 3 feet when making a left turn on a curve. I am putting it back in the shop, because my mechanic can't find the problem. We looked today(04-01-03) and when you turn the wheel, the entire rack will move. It moves before the tires even move. A definite safety issue to say the least. Definitely not what you would expect from a $27,000 dollar van with mostly highway miles on it.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 60 mph she noticed that she could turn the steering wheel but the vehicle would not change directions.the vehicle was stopped and shut off.the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the frame under the vehicle was severely corroded and that the tie rods failed.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileages were 150,000.the vin was unavailable.
This is a 2001 vehicle.after warrnaty expired we have invested almost $2000 in repairs and things continue to break.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 56 mph, power steering fluid was leaking from the end seals of the rack and pinion, which caused the power steering to fail.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that, in order to repair the vehicle, a whole new rack and pinion steering system was needed to replace the seals.the repair would cost $600 without any reimbursement.the vin was unknown.the current mileage was 59,000 and failure mileage was 57,000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar and for the 3rd time the rear end tire support has broken in half driving down the road. My family and i feel lucky to be here to write this at this time and it is my 17 year old sons primary car to drive so i can have general insurance but not full coverage. I feel if he was driving when this happened he would have been in a terrible accident, god was watching out for us.it has cost me over a thousand dollars for each repair and at this time i am without the family vehicle and don't see that it would be a good idea to fix this again knowing that its going to break again. I cant afford a new vehicle and this car has been dependable other than this problem. The rear end is scarce at salvage yards, we haven't been able to locate one yet that tells me i'm not the only one having the problem. The van is made for seven and there are 5 in my family so overloading is not the problem, nor rust they are free from that and the last repair we replaced the shocks to reduce vibration problems if it existed.i fear soon i will read about a family tragedy because of this problem and i want it on record about this complaint. Before making each repair we checked to see if there was a recall and to date there is none. I am in the service work business and i understand thing fail, brakes, water pumps, computers, engines but i should have never had to put a nickel into this problem. Any help or guidance you can give me would be greatly appreciated.thank you for listening.
I was driving a 2001 ford windstar minivan with 154k miles on a rainy night at highway speed on a 3 lane interstate with 5 children aboard. I heard a loud noise from the vehicle and lost all control as the steering and braking wasn't working right.as i tried to get onto the shoulder, it kept swerving toward the left, back into the lanes.when it finally stopped moving, we were sticking out into traffic and i feared we would be hit.the tow truck driver showed me that the right tire wasn't even pointing straight ahead anymore and said that the axel probably broke.the mechanic told me that the frame cracked and in his opinion, he wouldn't recommend fixing the vehicle.the insurance company said theright front lower control arm mount rotted off which pulled out axel and broke tie rod end and so on, due to normal wear and tear.i received zero dollars for my auto claim and my family of seven had to use our 3 seater pickup truck as the family vehicle for months after the incident.i live in a snow belt state and i do not believe that normal wear and tear occurred in a mere 8 years.i have pictures of the vehicle after the incident as well.thank you for the opportunity to provide information for open investigation #pe10-026.my hope is that my story is useful enough to help prevent this same thing from happening to other 2001 ford windstar owners.
Took in for a recall on subframe put on support brackets. Went to get it inspected. Subframe is rotted out. I was told another recall was done for those in cold weather climates. Ford recall computer is down.the consumer was informed the vehicle was unsafe to drive, as the frame was structurally unsound. No was willing to fix the other problems with the vehicle, due to the rusted out frame.updated 05/12/14
While driving through an intersection i heard a loud bang underneath the car and i lost all steering control!i parked the car and called for a tow. When van was on the flatbed i observed the engine mounting had detached on both sides of the car. The engine and other components were hanging down. Had van towed home. Through my own research i found that my van was part of recall no. 11s16 for corrosion related fractures at the front lower control arm rear attaching brackets and body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe. I was shocked that i had not been notified of this recall because i had been notified regarding recall no 11s13 for rear axle corrosion related cracking. Van was taken for inspection axle and we were told it passed and nothing else needed to be done. Had van towed again, this time to dealer. Dealer says subframe and rear axle need replaced and ford wants to do the replacement. As a result of the frame detachment, the intermediate shaft needs replaced. There are other unknown components that may need repaired/replaced and they won't know until they do the work. The other repairs may or may not be paid for by ford. Under ford's own remedies, if brackets can not repair the original subframe, then a repurchase offer for the vehicle should be made. To date,ford has refused this as a remedy. Instead, they want to replace the subframe and axle that would have to be attached to other corroded parts of the vehicle. My family's lives were already put in danger enough by these defective products. I was not notified regarding the subframe recall and the rear axle was improperly handled. The axle should have had reinforcement brackets attached even if it did pass inspection. This was not done nor were we told to bring it back in to be done. Ford should be forced to buy back my vehicle under it's own remedy instructions provided to the nhtsa.
Rear axle broke, car was towed (flatbed) to repair facility.broken axle assembly removed and replaced with a new axle.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that was serviced for the safety recall 11s16,(11v030000 nhtsa campaign number) 04/11/2011. My vehicle was grounded do to significant subframe rot but it was deemed repairable by ford. On february 2, 2013 i noticed a 2 inch long crack/perforation on the top part of the sub-frame where the repair bracket was attached when i was rotating the tires. I took it back to the ford dealership and they said they were unable to help because it was repaired once and they wont pay to have it repaired again. Im not sure if they missed this the first time it was fixed or what. I do know that according to ford's specs for determining if a subframe is repairable or not this crack would deem in non-repairable because its within the 2 inch mark from the tooling hole. Now im just waiting for the subframe to completely crack while im driving down the road. The repair bracket that was supposed to solve the problem to begin with will not hold the subframe together if it completely cracks at the spot at which its located in. I also believe that due to downward force on the subframe body mount and the fact where the u shaped bracket is sitting on the subframe that holds the bracket on the subframe, it is acting like a fulcrum point where the subframe is bending and cracking.
Rear axle fractured while driving my ford windstar 2001. As a result i lost control of the vehicle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While stationary, the contact noticed that the front engine cradle of the vehicle was severely rusted and corroded. The contact stated that there were holes in the engine cradle. Matthews ford oregon in oregon, ohio was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa. The failure mileage was 190,000.
On feb. 21, 2010 it was necessary to have my vehicle towed by aaa.after the driver got it on the ramp truck, he told me he wanted to show me something at the rear of the vehicle.there is a crack in the middle of the rear axle.he informed me that mine was the third vehicle of the same kind in about 2 weeks, that he had to tow because of a broken axle.i haven't driven it since, until i can make some arrangements to get it fixed.apparently from information i have found, there are numerous people who have had the same problem.it happens unexpectedly and usually around 100,000 to 122,000 miles.there is as yet no recall but i think there should be.it's a definite safety issue.
2001 ford windstar se:may 4, 2010, backing out of driveway, loud noise, could not drive car.driver's side rear axle fractured, car towed to mechanic who repaired and reinforced said fracture by welding.august 2010, ford announces recall of windstars, issues letters to affected owners late september, 2010.received ford recall notice during the week of october 18, 2010. Sunday, october 31, 2010, while driving on side road (5 passengers, plus driver) same loud noise, car immobilized.passenger side rear axle fractured.passengers left stranded. Car towed first to residence then to dealership on monday am.told by dealer that car would not be repaired until january or february, 2011 (at the earliest) as no parts available.
Brakes failed on three different occasions (repair dates: 3/22/02, 4/1/02 and 4/15/02).first, my wife noted the brake pedal was going all the way to the floor before there was any response.the dealership advised that this was normal.we insisted that it wasn't, until there lead technician found and replaced a faulty hcu.the second failure came while i was driving my wife and 6 month old baby from mo to va.while on the west virginia turn pike, the anti-lock brakes failed again and eventually the brakeing system failed all togoether by the time we reached our destination of suffolk virginia.barton ford, in suffolk va, replaced the hcu and the ecu and repaired a brake fluid leak.the third incident occurred while driving back to mo.once again the brakes did not respond normally. Once back in o'fallon, mo. The dealership found a air bubble in the brake line and they reprogrammed the abs module.each brake failure also affected the traction control system and the speedometer.we have also had to have one window replaced, the drivers side sliding door adjusted, a seal inserted in the rear of the vehicle due to a recall item, and bolts tightened at the engine cradle mounts.recently, the fuel cap indicator light illuminated for a period of 5 days for unknown reasons and we are currently unable to fill the gas tank to its normal capacity. This vehicle is unsafe and hardly worth the $27,220 that we are paying for it.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the front subframe was severely corroded and an abnormal noise was heard from the front passenger wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the vehicle was severely corroded and was previously inspected per nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.
Paint blistering and coming off, 2001 ford windstar se, color is emerald.has come off on the hood down to bare metal and also the panels under the doors.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and took the vehicle to the dealer for recall service. The contact stated that unbeknownst to him, the recall repair was not fully completed and the vehicle was still unsafe to drive due to the sub-frame being completely rusted. The president of the company and the board of directors were informed of the failure. A letter was mailed to the contact advising that they would not assist with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 85,000.the consumer stated the dealer repaired only part of the front sub-frame, they did not replace it. The consumer later learned ford's instruction was to perform cosmetic repair of the corrosive damage on the front sub-frame. Six months later, when the consumer took the vehicle to a local service station for an oil change, he was informed the sub-frame mount was completely rotted out. The consumer was informed by letter, after writing to ford,they would not honor any new repairs. Updated 02/11/13
2001 ford windstar with a cracked rear axle. No letter has been received to address this matter.our van made creaking noises and we had heard through the media that a recall was beginning.the dealership and the ford customer relations dept. Will not give us a definite answer as to when we can expect a resolution.we were given a 30 day rental and 14 days have passed and no answers.we are given $30 a day for a rental car by ford but must pay taxes totaling $3.30 a day.the voucher is $38 daily with $8 used for insurance if needed.we pay through our private insurance company for such coverage.why cannot ford use the additional $8 a day to cover our taxes?the explanation for the recall was to be no expense to the owner for correcting the problem.we did not create this problem and bought our van in good faith of the ford motor co. Reputation.this certainly doesn't make for good customer relations.no definite deadline for repairs and giving up the van to use a 4 door car has been very inconvenient.i am requesting a deadline be established and for ford to use the additional $8 we are not using but was allocated for coverage of this problem to be covered for those customers who already have insurance for rental cars under their private insurance carrier.
Without any warning the rear axel on my 2001 ford windstar minivan snapped completely in two. We had just gotten off a busy highway and luckily were going very slowly on a side street. We all would surely have been killed if this had happened 5 minutes earlier.
Bought the used vehicle from a used car dealer.didn't check for paint peeling or rust, thought a 2 year old car wouldn't have any.i washed the car, and as i waxed it, discovered the peeling paint on the roof rib, almost entire lenghth of vehicle, then found rust at the bottom of the front passenger door and rear passenger sliding door.contacted ford, instructed me to go to local dealership, went to gervais ford in ayer ma.service manager looked over the car, made notes, informed me he would contact ford headquarters to see if they will do anything.two weeks later, he contacted me and informed me there was nothing they could do regarding the paint or the doors rusting from the inside out.
The consumers child stuck her finger inside of the a small hole in the console and a saw had to be used to get the child's finger out of the hole.*nlm
Rear axle on 2001 ford windstar is cracked.noticed a banging sound while going over bumps. Took it to a repair shop that identified the problem.
I own a 2001 ford windstar limited and while driving the car the rear axel snapped in half. I was stuck but thankfully was able to have a tow truck bring it to my house. Both back tires and totally bent in as the axel is literally broken in half. I now have no means of transportation which kills me as we always kept this car up to date on all maintenance. We just had the front aligned, tie rods replaced as well as many other repairs recently. As i said we always have the oil changed and all other scheduled maintenance on time. This is a real blow as right now we don't have the money to fix it or replace it. I cannot believe ford does not have to have a recall on this and their error is our loss and the loss of many others. I am disgusted and although a ford costumer for many, many years will no longer consider ford in the future. Shame on you ford, lives are at stake her; have a conscience.
Had the vehicle serviced for 2 corrosion recalls. Was driving on the freeway approx. 60mph, heard a pop in the area of the right front tire. Took van to the shop i use, where i was told it was part of the frame and need to take it to the dealership(blackwell ford, plymouth, mi. 48170). Dealership said the van needed a subframe assy. And right sway bar bushing bracket, and possibly more. All was due to corrosion, combination poor design and inferior material. They contacted ford motor, sent estimate, pictures and information. Fords response is that it wasn't part of any recall, even though there has been at least two for corrosion that i am aware of. This is clearly a design and/or a material issue with my windstar. It is not safe to drive, and there is no way, with my conscious that i can try to sell it. This is an ongoing issue with the windstar. I'm sure this is part of hundreds if not thousands of complaints on this issue, what can be done? how many injuries or deaths have there been because of corrosion issue with the windstar? help!!!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a recall related to the lower control arm. The contact stated that the repair for the lower control arm was completed; however, the subframe was rusted. The rust was within the connection between the control arm and the subframe. The dealer determined that the rust was part of the recall repair that was completed. The recall information was not provided. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Rear axel cracked in two driving around 40 mph as of today do not have the money to fix it 07/01/2010.also pass side door opens every once and awhile when driving.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 70 mph, the contact heard a loud, unusual explosion. The contact was able to exit the vehicle and found that the front sub frame and axle had fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.updated 11/19/10.*ljalso, the oil pan gaskets was leaking. Updated 11/24/10
I have a 2001 ford windstar that the front subframe failed on.i was sitting at a stop light waiting for it to turn green.when the light changed i took my foot off the brake and pushed on the gas.i heard a big clunk sound and the steering wheel began to spin freely.i slowly drove the vehicle into the center median and found that the front subframe had failed right under the floorboards.had this occurred at a high speed the outcome could have been grave.i had no way to steer the vehicle.this failure needs to be addressed asap.the vehicle has been driven in the salt belt as they say all its life.
I own a 2001 ford windstar. I noticed strange sound when cornering and brought car to dealer. The rear axle is severely cracked. Being a front wheel drive car, the rear axle is more of a stabilizer, an inverted, u shaped length of steel. Crack is half way up one side of u and over the top. $500 part plus labor would be $1000+ repair. Still deciding to repair or scrap car. It is too unsafe to drive. Dealer states they've never seen anything like it. On web boards, i have seen several cracked / broken axle complaints. This is a real safety issue. Axles should be inspected for cracks. The vehicle was not involved in any collision or incident and dealer can vouch for maintenance record. Dealer thinks crack started small and grew with each turn - especially when turning over a hill or into a low point in the road when flex pressure is largest.they've worked on car several times over past year ' replacing brakes . . . The crack is glaring now and hard to miss. I agree that it probably started small.axles on windstars should be examined carefully for hairline cracks which will grow.
Driving along at minimal speed, +/- 30 mph, i heard and felt a "snap" in the rear of my ford windstar. Then an immediate dragging feeling and scraping of metal from the rear end followed. The car swerved and slowed to a stop. No additional vehicles were involved, but an easy collision could have resulted, if not for the fact i was approaching a left turn lane and was able to steer clear of traffic. I checked the back of the vehicle and the axle was cleanly broken in two, as if a seam had split. This could have been an extremely dangerous situation, life threatening in my opinion if i was driving at highway speeds.
The lower control a-arm on the passenger side broke loose from the frame causing the van to dropto the ground. This luckly happened when i just pulled into a parking spot in front of a wendy's.
There was no crash or injury, i was just wanting to know if there was a recall on the paint on a 2001 windstar.i just bought one and did not realize the roof paint is peeling.i called the dealer and i guess i am screwed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The steering wheel then independently turned in a complete circle. The sub frame detached from the vehicle and dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure). The dealer refused to replace the other components that were damaged as a result of the failure. The affected parts were the clock spring, exhaust flex pipe, power steering belt and transmission bracket, which had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.updated 12/4/13
2001 ford windstar rear axle recall. I brought my van in for inspection for the rear axle recall (1os13) the ford dealership condemned the vehicle and i was provided with a rental car. Ford has no parts to fix this concern and also has no timetable when this will be resolved.this is unacceptable to me and ford needs to stand behind there products and show loyalty to there customers.
On november 3rd, 2009, the rear axle failed in my 2001 ford windstar while i was on the highway. The car had begun performing erratically so i was not traveling at high speed, but even at low speed it was essentially uncontrollable when the failure happened. In the weeks leading up to the actual failure, i had experienced handling problems with the vehicle.after my mechanic replaced the front struts and rear shocks the car still didn't handle right.they thought this might be because the rear alignment was not a little out of spec - they were waiting for shims to come in to correct that when the axle failed. In addition to my unhappiness about the complaints - the vehicle kind of swerved when going around corners, especially highway on/off ramps - the only warning the car gave in the weeks up to the failure was seemingly-random indications from the tire-pressure warning light.in end end, the garage i took the car to ended up replacing the rear axle assembly and the two rear tires - when the axle failed the tires had rubbed against the tire wells.when searching online for other reports of this problem i came across several here, and posted my own.(my own description as well as four pictures of the failed part are on the site under november 3rd 2009:http://www.carcomplaints.com/ford/windstar/2001/drivetrain/rear_axle_snapped_in_two.shtml.
2001 windstar was fishtailing when i hit bumps. Looked under there and the rear axle was cracked. Only hanging together by less than 1"got another from a junkyard and it is cracking now too. Safety issue!! ford should pay!!!
The front sub-frame on the right side has severe rusting and corrosion where the sub-frame meets the control arm.i took it in for inspection and was notified by the mechanic that it would not pass without replacement and was not even safe to drive out of his shop.he also said that he was surprised the car passed inspection at the ford dealership last year.thankfully, it was discovered before the sub-frame detached.
I was backing out of a driveway when the car began rocking and then i heard a grinding noise.when i looked at the rear end i realized the rear axle had snapped in half.
I am the original owner of this 2001 ford windstar se minivan which now has a rusted, corroded and broken passenger side engine subframe which renders the vehicle unsafe to drive. I complied with the earlier ford recalls with regard to this issue (11s16) and the service was completed (6/20/2012) at the ford dealership. Now after 27 months and less than 16,000 miles later, the engine subframe breaks and the cost to repair of about $5,000.00 exceeds the kelley blue book values for the vehicle. Ford has refused any help and claims they have complied with the recall work and the matter is closed. I believe the recall support bracket that was installed was nothing more that a band-aid approach to correct a major safety issue with substandard engine subframe parts. I have asked ford to buy my vehicle back, as that was an option under the recall(11s16) but they have refused again saying the matter was closed.it seems to me that the engine subframe parts should last much longer than 13 years or 97,000 miles.after all ford suggests the 1st engine tune up for this vehicle at 100,000 miles.i guess i won't be worrying about that in the future.i have this vehicle now for a short while and i have pictures of the broken subframe. I will be getting rid of it probably to a junk yard for scrap value. I am worried about all the other windstar owners driving around with this same potential condition on our roads and highways.i want you to initiate a follow up investigation into the effectiveness of the recall fix(11s16) as seen on my vehicle and others.as a result of this experience, i will never own another ford in my life.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the dealer (gurley leep ford lincoln, 320 e ireland rd, south bend, in 46614, (574) 291-6910) indicated that they serviced an unknown recall from the manufacturer for the reinforcement brackets and that they had not been required to provide any additional repairs. The dealer replaced the rear axles due to the reinforcement brackets fracturing while the vehicle was being driven below 25 mph. The dealer stated that they were not required by the manufacturer to reinstall reinforcement brackets. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested replacing the same oem rear axles. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was not available. Consumer stated i feel the rear axles fail even with the recall brackets on, so i feel ford should pay for the bill. The tires went bad and out when this happened. The recall did not work and put new recall parts on new axles. Updated 10/16/18
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the sway bar bracket became fractured as a result of the sub-frame being corrosion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection, who informed the contact that the entire sub frame would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.returned by usps on 9-12-2013. Second attempt on 10-31-2013 failed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 5 mph, the subframe completely fractured and fell apart without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic (spielmann service center mn; 952-546-0508) where it was confirmed that ford would not pay for the damage. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (luther north country ford, located at 10401 woodcrest dr nw, coon rapids, mn 55433; (612) 424-7648) where it was diagnosed that the engine, transmission, and drive train needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted at 800-392-3673 and stated that only the subframe could be repaired for free, but the damage for the engine, transmission, and drive train would have to be paid for by the contact. A case number was not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 184,500.
I was driving home when i went around a corneri heard a thump in the front passenger side of my windstar, the following morning i took it into my mechanic. He looked the vehicle over and told me the sub frame has rusted out where the stabilizer bar connects. This issue was supposed to have been addressed by ford the previous year when they had it in for the rear axle recall. I find ford had made the decision to put some useless brackets in and not replace the sub-frame. I called customer care concerning the problem and was told there was only a year warranty on the work so there was nothing they could do as i had picked up the van end of april /beginning of may 2011. A recall was issued for this problem and quite evidentlytheir fix with some little brackets did not repair the issue, i am not sure how some brackets are suppose to correct a rusting out sub frame to begin with.
This van was recalled for known issues with the rear axle corroding. This recall involved installing support brackets on the axle. The axle has now cracked almost all the way through next to the bracket. This happened while going over a speed bump slowly. From my research online, this seems to be a common issue with the repair that was issued in this recall.
Car was in an single car accident. Steering and body damage. All fixed now.need verification for salvage sticker.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The dealer (russ milne ford, 24777 hall rd, macomb, mi 48042, (877) 821-8648) indicated that a recall remedy was provided for the replacement brackets before the contact owned the vehicle. Within a year of owning the vehicle, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that a recall had already been provided. Although the contact informed the manufacturer that the recall remedy failed to correct the failure, they stated that the contact would need to repair the vehicle. In addition, the engine cradle was completely rusted to the point of fracturing, causing shaking and a strong vibration. The failure mileage was not available.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (structure). The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the brackets were installed properly, but failed to provide a correct diagnosis. The contact stated that the tire rubbed against the frame in the rear and fractured the rear driver's side bracket. The vehicle was parked at the contact's residence due to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a knocking noise emitted from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the frame engine cross member was corroded. The contact was informed by the dealer that the remedy for nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure) was performed approximately 4 years ago. The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced additional failures related to the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,400.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that was serviced for the safety recall 11s16,(11v030000 nhtsa campaign number) 04/11/2011. My vehicle was grounded do to significant subframe rot but it was deemed repairable by ford. On february 2, 2013 i noticed a 2 inch long crack/perforation on the top part of the sub-frame where the repair bracket was attached when i was rotating the tires. I took it back to the ford dealership and they said they were unable to help because it was repaired once and they wont pay to have it repaired again. Im not sure if they missed this the first time it was fixed or what. I do know that according to ford's specs for determining if a subframe is repairable or not this crack would deem in non-repairable because its within the 2 inch mark from the tooling hole. Now im just waiting for the subframe to completely crack while im driving down the road. The repair bracket that was supposed to solve the problem to begin with will not hold the subframe together if it completely cracks at the spot at which its located in. I also believe that due to downward force on the subframe body mount and the fact where the u shaped bracket is sitting on the subframe that holds the bracket on the subframe, it is acting like a fulcrum point where the subframe is bending and cracking.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the frame was severely corroded underneath the vehicle near the sliding doors and rocker panels. As a result, there was not place to support the universal jack. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who inspected the vehicle and confirmed that the frame and the areas near the rocker panels were corroded. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 230,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 35 mph, the contact heard a noise on the floorboard and the check engine and brake indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the subframe was rusted beyond repair. The technician stated that the option was a complete replacement of the frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the recall expired after three years. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
Our van has a rusting subframe. We brought it in to a mechanic because of a scraping sound we heard when making sharp right-hand turns, especially when driving down an incline. The mechanic told us of a potential recall on a rusting subframe so we brought it into a ford dealership. They refused to take responsibility of the subframe at their cost.
I heard loud clunking sounds in the front that were more pronounced when i went over bumps. The sway bar has broken off from the front sub-frame passenger side of the car. The dealer said the sub-frame is so rusted that the only way to reattach the sway bar is to replace the entire front sub-frame at a cost of $3,500. It is not covered under previous recalls, since the prior 2 recalls in 2010 and 2011 only specifically covered the rear axle and the separation of the front lower control arms attaching brackets and body mount attachments at the rear of the front sub-frame. This problem is so similar to the jan. 2011 recall w/a part breaking off from a rusted sub-frame. It's the corrosion of the sub-frame that is at the root of these problems. They should have just replaced the sub-frame at that time instead of doing a patch job w/ brackets. The dealer deemed my car unsafe to drive, as i won't have control of my car on quick turns or be able to make fast maneuvers in the event of an accident or to avoid potential accidents. Another risk is that my engine may fall out the bottom of my car while driving (which i see has happened to others with my same problem), endangering my family and others on the road. I plan on parking this car in my driveway and waiting for ford to be forced to recall these vehicles.in the meantime, if any of you have a similar problem, please report them to ford corporation and the nhtsa, so what i believe to be an inevitable recall will be expedited.even the ford customer service rep encouraged me to file a report with the nhtsa because she has gotten calls with other similar complaints.she was very sympathetic to my situation but said there is nothing she can do until enough complaints get filed with the nhtsa so they open an investigation. What happened to companies wanting to help their customers w/o being forced by a governmental agency?!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While a rack and pinion was being installed on the vehicle, the contact was informed by the service technician that the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the previous repair was not adequate. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
1. Rear axle fractured severely & broke making the car un-drivable on 24 jan 2019 while in motion driving in city traffic. Ford put braces on this vehicle under recall# 10s13, but they failed to prevent further corrosion and metal fatigue. The axle was a bad engineering design from the drawing board combined with not e-coating the metal during manufacturing to prevent corrosion of the metal due to road salt. The axle fractured next to the brace on the driver side as shown in the 4 images below. I have one tow bill (flat-bed) to get the car off the downtown street to my home & will have another tow bill to transport it to where i can replace the axle. 2. Front cradle frame's mount rusted off that anchors the stabilizer bar so the stabilizer bar had to be removed. This happened several years ago. The cradle frame probable was not e-coated during manufacture either. I can take a pic and probable have the repair invoice detailing the date and the mechanic's work to remove the stabilizer bar. To fix the car will need a new front cradle frame, stabilizer bar, and possibly mount brackets.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed that the paint on the roof and rear of the vehicle had abnormal discoloration and was becoming progressively worse.two months later, he noticed water leaking through the windshield.a professional technician stated that the hooks holding the windshield together were defective.the vehicle has not been repaired.the dealer stated that there were no recalls regarding this failure.the failure mileage was 55,000 and current mileage was 63,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into drive, the frame became fractured and the engine detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician verified that the sub frame was fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 95,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear passenger side tire was bent and noticed that the sub frame was rusted. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure). However, the vin was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
Driving down the road and sounded like a tire blew.pulled off road and noticed rear passenger tire completely buckled in.looked under vehicle and saw rear axle was in 2 pieces.had to replace rear axle, brake line, and tire.
Takata inflators;iford denying my request f vin #[xxx] i have an obvious crack (see photos) directly under the bracket a band-aid that ford issued in an earlier recall on my rear axle with the sole purpose of this band-aid to prevent such cracking.apparently my bracket part was deemed installed correctly, effectively causing a denial for a replacement part on my windstar.clearly this bracket failed and did not stop my rear axle from experiencing cracking! ford clearly new exactly where this cracking would occur because the crack appears directly under the bracket installed to create a stronger part.the only thing holding this rear axle together is this bracket. This particular part in question is directly below the gas tank, should this crucial part experience failure while driving on a 70mph highway what would happen? also looking at my windstar on a lift we noticed the center of the windstar seems to be sagging (see photos) from what appears to be the under carriage breaking down from rust and corrosion, this appears to be causing extreme structure failure.i do reside in one of the stated salt belt states as being the state of iowa. What would the full criteria for this recall and buyback program on certain windstar?s in 2011 thru 2013 be? why was my windstar limited excluded in this recall?i still have not been advised not to drive my windstar by any current ford representatives.however former ford mechanics have advised me not to drive my windstar, these same mechanics? are adamant my windstar is unsafe! i have been attempting to fix the concerns that moffitts ford in boone iowa wanted me to repair at the time of the axle inspection. Only having more concern brought to my attention about the axle. I wrote [xxx] a letter 2/15/17 asking to overturn and allow repair[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While operating the vehicle, a clunking noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cradle mount fractured due to corrosion and rusting. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The rear axle broke in the place that was "fixed" by the recall work in 2010. Noticed squeaking noises (tire was rubbing) and a large clunk and wiggle when turning into a parking lot. Took a photo when i got to the parking lot. My rear driver's side tire was at an angle to the vehicle and the rear axle was broken under the collar that had been attached by a dealer for the recall. The weld held up, but the axle snapped underneath the fix-up job. Apparently the recall fix wasn't really a fix.towed it into a dealer, who took photos and talked to ford. Ford said they wouldn't do anything. Cost me $$ to tow it to the dealer and back home again. Don't have $1,000 to pay the dealer for a new rear axle. Very disappointed that they didn't stand by their work. Very thankful that i was not on the freeway, and that all my children were not with me at the time. It could have been so much worse!
I was driving at around 30 mph, 2 cars in front slammed on brakes, i was approximately 1 1/2 car links back and hit the brakes. Abs failed, airbags failed, and slid into car in front of me. I was on a city street going straight.
There is a re-occurring door failure and extensive rust damage on 2001 ford windstar. The first incident occurred in oct 2006 when the front stabilizer bar failed causing the van to loose control. Ford will not release the record of repair. My van is a modified wheelchair van and we are experiencing a severe sag in the floor on the passenger side, have had to replace the transmission, had multiple repairs due to rust and yesterday the top guide rail for the sliding door cracked and the top of door fell down almost hitting the car next to me. The tracks are extremely rusted and as the floorboard, becoming a safety hazard. I believe the rust issue in this vehicle are far more extensive than the 2 recalls currently in place. This may also be acerbated by authorized modifications to allow wheelchair access. In essence, the van is rusting apart.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while turning right into a parking space, a loud clunking noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the front sub frame was corroded and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since there were no recalls related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 167,500 and current mileage was 168,000.
My '01 windstar had subframe repair in spring 2011... Was said to be " inspect subframe- did not pass but can be repaired".it was repaired at that time. Last week, i had it into a mechanic for an unrelated problem where he had it on the lift.he told me that the subframe is "completely rotted".i currently plan to return to ford dealer. ..updated 04/16/12
I received a safety recall in 2012 about the subframe supporting the motor and transmission. Ford put two brackets on my vehicle over the rust spots. Now the frame has almost rusted away. My mechanic said i should not drive the vehicle in that condition, it is not safe. Instead of replacing the rusty component ford patched it. I still drive the van, it has 138,000 miles on it. I live in minnesota where rust is a problem. The fix was inappropriate for the area. Updated 07/20/2017
Removed subframe to replace faulty torque converter.found substantial rusting at firewall end of subframeon both "arms", requiring replacement of subframe.called local dealers, no "open" recall (over 15 year-old van) and $4,900 new subframe quote provided, with no dealer or manufacturer coverage, after calling national and canadian mfctr recall numbers.mfctr/dealers of no assistance, whatsoever.part not actually available.
Passage side sub frame is rusted, almost broken.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the brake pedal delayed in responding. The contact mentioned that when attempting to park, the brake pedal traveled to the floor board. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle would need to be towed to another shop in regards to it being a modified vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to another independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive and that the frame was rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Vehicle is no longer drivable & is sitting at a ford dealership service lot.incident occurred on tuesday, january 25, 2011 at approximately 4:30pm. Vehicle front subframe cracked and passenger side tire separated from car while driving resulting in loss of control of vehicle. Car would not steer or move, could not be pushed out of traffic.
Hoping they have a repair for the subframe passenger rear mine is badly rotted and afraid to drive it as it can cause a major accident or be possibly hazardous ford please cure this.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving he heard a noise underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnose that the sub frame of the front passenger side of the vehicle needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle had already been repaired under recall nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: under body shields). The failure mileage was 142,023.the consumer statedthe recall part was not replaced in front or rear subframe. A bracket was put in front of sub frame just in case it breaks. Rear sub frame was covered with foam. It will break later. Updated 12/28/2012
I was driving on interstate 39 towards wisconsin dells with my wife and daughters. About 15 miles out of madison wisconsin my daughters began screaming i looked back and there was smoke everywhere. I immediately pulled to side of highway and got everyone out of the vehicle. Both my rear tires had collapse. I had to get towed into a ford dealer in madison wisconsin. The rear axle on the van had split in half. Calling ford was no help. They stated that a recall had been on that vehicle a couple years back and that the warranty on that recall had expired. Luckily nothing happened to my family but if these issues on this recall whichwas done two years ago hasn't fixed the problem someone is going to get seriously hurt! even if i fix this problem iwill not be able to trust this vehicle. Please look into this someone. There are many windstars that were repaired around the same time because of recall that will begin to fall apart again. Problem not fixed!
Front right subframe broke and allowed wheel to be trapped in weelwell very close to crash had replaced and used replacment broke just over one year later
When i received the recall about the possible axle cracking due rust i took my car in and had the brackets put on and then i received a recall the have the brackets checked which i did and they were correct. Today i took my van in for pa inspection and was told my rear axle on the drivers side had a crack in it which you could see through the opening of the bracket they installed.when i asked the mechanic if ford was going to pay to replace it now since the bracket didn't keep it from cracking he said no. Then i asked if the bracket was strong enough to hold it so i can keep driving, he said he wouldn't trust it.i only have a 115,500 miles on it, so what i'm basically being told is the minute the recall went out i should have had them replace the axle, instead of the stupid brackets which were just band aids to placate upset owners.i only have one car so i have to drive it until i can afford to get it fixed or buy another car. I'm just one person, how many more are faced with the same situation. I only have until october when my inspection expires and i'm panicking trying to figure what i can do. Ford knew those bracket s at best just bought the owners a couple of more years before their cars could again be a highway hazard. It's still russian roulette in my opinion the axle at a minimum should be replace with a discount to the original owners.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 30 mph, the front end frame fractured and disengaged from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the shock absorber, front end spring, and frame were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Annual state inspection found rust at mount on right front subframe,,passenger rear rocker panel has rust hole.abs/brake lights stay on,even after they been fixed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an inspection. The technician informed the front portion of the frame was completely rusted. There was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields); however the vin was ineligible. In addition, the vehicle was not originally sold or registered in the states mentioned in the recall defect. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
The axle was part of recall #11s16. As part of the recall the axle was patched, but the axle is now broken because the "repair" did not correct the structural flaws in the axle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). Upon having the repairs completed, the contact was informed that the front sway bar link also needed to be replaced due to excessive corrosion, but were not included in the recall. No additional repairs were performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 156,503. Updated 11/03/11updated 05/12/2012
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was undergoing a routine check-up at an independent mechanic shop,the technician noticed that the subframe was rusted. The contact was advised not to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to benna ford superior (715-394-8669, located at 3022 tower ave, superior, wi 54880) where it was diagnosed that the subframe was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware and stated that the failure was due to the age of the vehicle and the mileage. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 250,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number:11v030000(structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The vehicle was not able to pass state inspection due to corrosion and a crack in the frame. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted.the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 107,136 and the current mileage was 116,700.
After noticing wobbling of my back tire driving my daughter home from school my father looked at me vehicle to not only see that my rear axel had cracked (in process of insepction for recall repair on that) but also notuce the the front sub frame is rusting so much that everything attached to it is starting to detach.
In march 2015, i reported to ford that the rear axle broke in half while driving.we had been driving down the interstate 10 minutes before going 70 mph.if it had broken then, my husband and two daughters (13, 15) would have most certainly been killed.however, god spared us because we were only going 30 mph on a side street when the axle failed.when i reported it, ford told me that the rear axle recall ( i had performed in 2012) warranty had expired.also, any private mechanics i approached said it was a ford recall and would not perform the repair.so, at 137,000 miles we junked the vehicle at a junk yard because we couldn't get it repaired.
This van looks fine on the outside,but the frame and floor are rusted out. I was driving on a city street when the brakes went out and when i took it to be repaired the mechanic at carls body shop , where it was ti be repaired told me it was beyond repair and unsafe to drive. The van is made to transport a wheelchair and the area where the wheelchair is rusted the worst.the mechanic also took pictures of the under body to show me how bad it really was.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear sliding doors would not unlock. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.
At a major intersection getting onto a highway our subframe gave out and we came to a screeching halt & a dead stop. The entire subframe under the passengers side of the van rotted and the wheel was up against the frame of the car. It could have caused a major accident. It cost us $1,500.00.
In 2011 ford recalled over 400000 vans (1997-2003) due to serious corrosion of axles and other components. Special repairs were done at ford expense. Recently my mechanic informed me that the rear motor mount and the van sub frame had continued to rust badly to the extent that the unit was a safety risk. A search of the internet indicates thatmany, many repaired ford vehicles have experienced very serious corrosion of the sub frames and the repaired axles with serious results including failure of sub frames and or axles when driving!!
The exterior and underpart of the van has tons of rust on it. The exterior is the least of my worries, but all the metal pieces under the car continue to rust like no other.
The power rear doors attempt to shut but then fail to latch leaving the doors ajar.this happens regularly during hot weather.my daughter was injured when both doors failed to latch and then the children shut the door manually (non-power assist)injuring her fingers in the door. This problem with the failure to latch has been reported by other ford windstar owners we know with 1999 or 2000 models. This time the tempture was in the 70's
Problems with side sliding doors.this problem has been bought to the dealer's attention 6 times.the dealer has attempted to repair the problem but has not been successful.
Only method of opening vehicle door fromoutside using a key is throughdrivers side door or usingremote entry system.consumer complaint is that if driver's door is inoperable ,and electrical system is inoperable, there is no way to open vehicle from outside. There should be an option to manually open each of the doors.eliminating this option was just to save a few dollars on the part of the manufacturee.
Consumer noticed that driver's rear side door did not latch. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection andmechanic replaced the door switch.however, the problem recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer.
Driver's side slinging door automaticly opened while driving. Dealer is inspecting the vehicle. Please provide further information.
I have read numerous complaints on edmunds.com (town hall) from other windstar owners. I'm concerned for my family with these doors failing. I am going back to my ford dealer for a second visit to have them fix a problem that is of grave importance to my family and families of windstar owners.ford needs to take this matter more seriously and provide more support to fix these problems with these doors failing to work properly. Your attention to this matter is appreciated. *ph**dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**770812
The consumer stated that while a child was getting out of the vehicle, the sliding door caught the child's right arm which resulted in injury.please provide further information.*nlm
Both power sliding doors will not stay closed. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 6 times, hinges and motor have been replaced. Dealer unable to remedy the problem.
Consumer states the automatic doors have no sensors to stop them if someone or something is in the way.door already closed on consumer while removing children from vehicle.
I own a 2001 ford windstar sel with power sliding doors.i am concerned with the problem i am having because one of the mechanisms used to operate the door is inoperable and the door no longer works electrically.the standard cost for this repair is $1800.00, alot of money for a door repair.my concern is that if the power mechanism is not working these doors should be able to operate safetly manually.that is not the case the door is excessively heavy (heavier than a manual door) and when the vechicle is on an incline the door will not stay open.i have two children (ages 3 and 1) and i am concerned for their safety with this door.i feel there should be some safety precaution to hold the door open when the power fails.the door should require some sort of slight tug or pull to close not just gravity.i think if this issue is not resolved on these power doors someone is going to lose a finger, hand or much worse.otherwise i think that manufacturers should make these repairs more affordable, most families (which is the majority of owners of mini-vans) are on tight budgets and $2000.00, is just outrageous for a door repair!
Both sliding doors did not close fully. The doors would shut and pop back open even when locked. The mechanic replaced several components but only provided a temporary fix. The failure still exist.at 50,000 the intake manifold was replaced twice withina year because it contained a leak.
Sliding door behinddriver keeps coming open while driving.dealer has made numerous adjustments and problem keeps occurring.consumer states vehicle is not safe for children or anyonein the rear.please provide any further information.
Power sliding door failed to stay close. Whiledriving along door ajar signal on the dashboard will illumintate to alert that door has popped open.power sliding door cannot be manually forced to close.dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
Nov 9, 2002, is when we purchased the red windstar van we were told that the dealership had used it as a promotional car for the owners and their wives.february a complaint officer at ford told me they were just putting the car in our name it was listed under enterprise still.i called to asked why we were just getting the recall notice for the seat when i had called them 5 times with the call i made 2-7-07 and why had they not sent a notice for the sliding doors.
My drivers side back door will not open from the inside or outside and my passenger side back door will not open from the inside. My (abs) light will not go off. There is a cracking noise under where my front tires are on both sides.
Consumer states right sliding door hangs 1/2 way at times.right side door lubed and adjusted.door moulding needs to be replaced.drivers door weatherstrip replaced.check windnoise, no problem found. All door locks and rear liftgate shocks were greased. Right door hangs up and will not open easily.
The passenger sliding door mechanism sealed completely on my right thumb. It did not sense that there was an obstruction and my thumb was damaged extensively. When thumb was released, it was completely flat (size of a flat quarter) and had extensive crushing damage. Had no feeling for 4 months. Nail died and took until january 2002 to fall off, causing much discomfort and inability to perform daily tasks for family. Currently, nail has not grown back and may not ever. This door mechanism, when tested shut on plastic cups, sticks, and other small objects. This is a family vehicle and should have an infa red sensor that backs up the door whenever its beam is broken. It currently has a mechanical sensor so only if something substantial (ie: an adults whole body) is wedged in door, will it back up. Even then, it closes considerably (and frighteningly on victom) before opening. I fear that one of my children will get wrist or hand closed and cause serious damage. I still have shooting pain in joint of thumb and no thumb nail. I need help demonstrating product malfunction before my child or someone else's is seriously crushed!
Sliding door shut on its own.toddler was caught in the door, and the door struck his hand.there should be a sensor for people exiting or entering the vehicle.
The passenger front door opened as the consumer turned a corner.the door was closed and there was no indication from the computer it was ajar.
While driving down a 2 lane highway, my driver's side automatic door opened on it's own.i immediately pulled to the side of the road, turned off the automatic setting, and shut the door manually.luckily, i was in the van alone, not with my wife and 3 1/2 year old daughter.i called the dealership and told me to get it to them right away.they could not get it to malfunction while in the service department, but i did inform them that the door, when fully closed, does stick out further than the passenger side.they readjusted the door and said that no other reports of this happening has ever occurred when they talked to ford engineering.but, i see on this site many reports of a similar nature.waiting on dealership for possible exchange of vehicle.
While driving, the automatic sliding door intermittently opens, dealer has replaced automatic door sensor, but that did not remedy the problem. *yd
Sliding door locks malfunctioned,and is unable to unlock. Dealer notified.
Passenger rear slider door will not stay open when vehicle is parked on a hill. Dealership is aware of problem.
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
Without warning side electrical door will open and shut without command. Also sensor on door is not functioning accurately, dealer has been notified. Mechanic has serviced vehicle 8 times, and has not resolved the problem. Consumer adds that the passenger side sliding door is the problem.the door will also close or open pathway then change directions.door motion can go on for 5 minutes.sensor also failed.door will push on anything that is in its way.
When closingpassenger sliding door the door would not close. Consumer made contact with the dealership.
While traveling on the highway, the door will unexpectedly open without prior warning, dealership is aware of problem. . . Also the driver seat will not move, dealer replaced the fuse, the cruise control was inoperative. And the door ajar light was on.
The passenger side power sliding door opens on its own while the car is moving.it happened twice in one day.i was told that ford is "aware of the problem"and that they are working on a new hinge assembly.in the meantime, i am afraid to put my kids in the van.i see other complaints for this same issue (738418, 866315, 871988, 730676, 871684).i also know of two other people who had the same problem.luckily, no one was hurt, but this needs to be addressed.
The power sliding door does not always close to the "flush" position. The minivan has been brought back to dealership where purchased on three separate occassions. 1st time: door goes to the closed position then retracts slightly open and stays there. Repeated attempts to powerslide where unsuccfessful. Brought it to the deal and they mad an "adjustment" (details not available).2nd time: door retracts slightly after reaching the closed position. Will eventually reach the closed position but only with multiple attempts. Also, detection of object in the path of sliding door not working well.i needed to stop the door from sliding with the entire force of my body (this ould have seriously injured my 3-year old if she had been standing there at the time). A visit to ford resulting in reprogramming the sensor as they are receiving information from ford on these repairs on a weekly basis. Tested the sliding door in ford's parking lot before leaving the dealership and it was working fine. Got home, switched around my carseats, again, the door did not close all the way. Left it alone for a while, went back outside and the door successfully closed on the first attempt. Did not have occassion to use the sliding door for 4 days, open.
Sliding side doorhas a faulty mechanism. While driving door just opened on its own. Please provide any further information, andidentification number.
Back passenger sliding door opens unintended and does it while the vehicle is on.
We have a 01 ford windstar limited with automatic doors, with safety sensors.the drivers side door was working intermittently, not always opening and closing with the buttons.my 3yr old daughter reached in the van to get a toy and the door closed on her arm,(without anyone touching a button to close the door) the door eventually opened.the injury consisted of broken skin and a severe bruise on the outer and the inner side of the arm.the van was still covered by extended warranty and four parts were replaced:1.contr asy bdy s2.sensor asy - ac3.r/contr & lat a4.actu asy - bdy sdthe door is still having problems opening all of the time.the ford dealership cannot find a problem with it.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
The liftgate glass shattered without any cause. Dealer couldn't determine the cause, but replaced the glass. *mr
On 3/22/05 i was completely stopped at a traffic light with no-one behind my van when my back liftgate window exploded. This is the second window in the past 5 months to explode in my van.(see complaint of incident 10-23-04) the only commonality between these events was that both mornings were cool and the inside of the van had been warmed for 20-30 minutes.the dealer and glass repair company asked if the frame had been bent in the past, but this van has never been in an accident of any kind -not even a fender-bender.
While the vehicle was parked, the rear liftgate window shattered twice. With both occurrences, the weather was moderate, parked, locked and unoccupied, no keys were in the ignition. *sc
On 10/22/04 i dropped my child at school, and exiting the parking lot the left rear side window of my 2001 windstar van exploded.i was in a school parking lot, traveling approximately 10 mph.on 3/22/05 i was completely stopped at a traffic light with no-one behind my van when my back liftgate window exploded.the only commonality between these events was that both mornings were cool and the inside of the van had been warmed for 20-30 minutes.
The hood of the suv is partially made of chrome which rattled at high speeds.*nlm
Roof brackets are loose. This is causing a loud rattling noise. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while having the vehicle serviced, he noticed rust on the rear passenger side of the engine frame. The mechanic stated that it would eventually rot and the engine could fall out from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a second mechanic who confirmed the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The current mileage was approximately 77,000. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
I own a 2001 ford windstar. A little over a year ago i was driving with my family southbound on the henry hudson bridge, driving to manhattan from the bronx in nyc.i was proceeding at approximately 50 mph, the speed limit for that road.i was driving along when all of a sudden the entire front end of the vehicle collapsed.the front-end sub-assembly completely failed!i lost complete control of steering for the vehicle.the vehicle began to swerve, but i was able to apply the brakes and eventually stop the vehicle before a collision with other vehicles occurred.the entire front-end sub-assembly had to be replaced.the repair work, including parts and labor, cost me approximately $2,000.00 out of pocket.i contacted the ford dealer where i bought the vehicle, but they refused to compensate me for the damages.i just read an article in the wall street journal that the nhtsa is investigating ford motor company for this very problem.
Front sub-frame badly rusted and sway bar welded mounts on the sub-frame have rusted and broken in half causing poor steering control and excessive body roll.as a note, this vehicle was rustproofed when new and inspected over the life of the vehicle each year.also, ford has inspected the front sub-frame in january of 2011 on a recall and it appears did not find a problem with the sub-frame in this area.given the severity of the rust it would appear the problem existed at the time of inspection.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 35 mph the contact lost control of the vehicle after a hearing a loud noise. When the vehicle stopped the contact noticed that the front end of the vehicle had broken off. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the front sub frame was replaced. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the sub frame and they stated that there was nothing they could do. The contact was concerned aboutnumerous complaints regarding the front sub frame. If the vehicle was traveling any faster than it was it could have caused a major crash. The failure mileage was 247,000.
Rear subframe axle assembly part #2f2z 4b435 aabroke in halfcausing loss of control of vehicle & loss of brakes.
Vehicle began to pull dramatically when operated and could not be aligned properly.makes a loud thumping sound when driven. The front right sub frame has corroded such that it has nearly broken off.i have spoken to several mechanics and there is no repair that can be done short of a replacement of the front sub frame.it is to the point where the engine will drop out of the vehicle and the right front wheel will no longer be attached to the vehicle.while i have had the vehicle in for alignment, it can not be aligned again and i have been advised that the condition is extremely dangerous.i brought the vehicle in to a ford dealer for other recall work and was advised that there is no recall for this dangerous condition.
We heard a noise when vehicle turned and then while pulling away from a stop light the subframe fell off of the car landing on the road. It had completely rusted through.the bolt was still attached. The mechanic confirmed that it had rusted through. This is a dangerous problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.
2001 ford windstar limited. Subframe and frame needs repair due to salt corrosionin ohio. There should be a recall to repair these items as fordco. Should have used salt resistant materials to take care of this problem. Updated ivoq 03/17/11
I would like to report a recurring problem that ihave had with my ford windstar2 years ago while pulling out of a parking space the front right control arm pulled free from the sub-frame on my windstar.fortunately no one was hurt.i had the sub-frame replaced with another used frame by a local mechanic.last friday i took the van to the local ford dealer to take care of the most recent recall on the rear axles.the dealership called me at home and told me the front sub-frame was severely rotted and the right control arm was barley holding on to the frame.they deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive.i have pulled the vehicle from the road until i can get it fixed.i feel fortunate that it did not break at highway speed with my wife and three kids in the van.
Vehicle front subframe structure corroded and caused the passenger side lower control arm to break off where the mounting tabs connect into the frame and the passenger side sway bar mount also corroded causing it to fail at the same time.occurred while driving causing the car to skid as the passengerside axle came right out of the transmission when the frame failed.
While driving on a local road at approximately 35 mph, my 2001 ford windstar broke down and was immobile.after being towed and inspected by a repair service, the cause was determined to be the front subframe.the front passenger side tire was facing right while all others were forward facing.this easily could have resulted in serious injury or a crash if other vehicles had been near or had the vehicle been traveling at higher speed.
After making a right hand turn heard a thump noise. When trying to complete the turn and straighten out the wheel,the car jumped to the left and ended up in the middle of a two laned road. After having vehicle towed to shop was informed that front subframe had rusted out, causing axle to disengage from front right tire rendering vehicle inoperable. Could not push vehicle to side of road. Had to wait for police vehicle to push to side of road.*ln
My wife was pulling out of a driveway with her 2001 ford windstar when there was a loud noise and the wheels turned and locked in position.the vehicle was towed to an auto repair shop and it was determined that the subframe was completely rusted through. This could have been a very dangerous situation if it would have happened at highway speed.the vehicle has 96,000 miles on it.it cost $1,600 to get repaired.ford has a problem with the metal on these vehicles.vehicle frames should not rust out.
2001 ford windstar.subframe rusted away where it attaches to the main frame.consequences might be loss of steering, rollover or other serious accident.fortunately, the problem was discovered and repaired at the cost of $1700 before a serious accident occurred.
As my wife backed the van out of the driveway the rear axle broke in half.
I have a 2001 ford windstar.while driving home the other day i turned the corner and heard a loud "pop", lost all steering andcould not move the vehicle.when the tow truck driver came and lifter the van up and looked underneath he told me the news was not good.he showed me where the frame had broken and where the "arm" was suppose to be welded to.he showed me the"arm/bar" behind the right tire.thankfully i did not hit anyone and no one hit me when this happened.the police did come because i was a safety hazard sitting in the lane the cars were trying to drive in.if i had been on the highway when this happened going 60 miles an hour i surely would have flipped or caused a major accident as eventhough it happened while slowly turning a corner i had to slam on my braked causing my tires to squeal and smoke and the whole van to swerve from side to side.i sat shaking in my van for several minutes.please take the time to read my complaint and consider adding it to the list of recalls.i do not know how i am going to pay for this repair.as a single mother of three children my money is very tight and this is not something insurance covers. When i told the tow truck driver it was a 2001 vehicle he was very surprised to see this problem.please do something and very quickly to correct this potentially fatal problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 5 mph, the contact stated that the sub frame on her vehicle was covered with rusted and damaged. The dealer was notified and stated that the sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle will be repaired by an authorized dealer.the manufacturer had not been contacted. The current and failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the subframe was fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the frame failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,302.
Failure of the right lower control arm mounts at the subframe occurred with no warning or prior symptoms. My vehicle is a 2001 ford windstar with approximately 71k miles. My children and i were on a highway on-ramp approaching highway speed when the failure occurred, causing the wheel to swing out from the vehicle and the axle shaft to pull out of the transaxle. The van swayed and bucked with the rear end bouncing up and down off the ground nearly flipping the vehicle. I can't imagine what could have happened four or five seconds later at highway speed. The van was towed to a local service station where it remains about 100 miles from my home. My local dealer was contacted but the service writer said i would need to contact the ford customer relations center who in turn informed me that it was not within ford motor company's guidelines to offer any assistance. Linda, the department supervisor, said that there is nothing she can do, unless the nhtsa issues a recall, because the van is out of warranty and out of the 5 year range they use for making "good relations allowances". I know there has been at least 12 or 13 similar complaints on the nhtsa web sight and others on blogs (ie allworldauto.com ) so i agree with one of your complainants that "this is a severe failure that is premature, not easily detectable, potentially fatal, and will likely occur more frequently as these vehicles age". I too, strongly urge the nhtsa to conduct an engineering investigation regarding this failure.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated the engine fell out of the vehicle while driving. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer who stated the front sub frame was completely covered with rust which caused the engine to fall off of the vehicle. The contact never received a recall notice for nhtsa recall campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The failure and current mileage was 142,000.
Abs brake light comes on and disables the abs brake feature.*ln
Tl - the contact owns a 2001 windstar. The contact stated that after receiving the repairs for recall nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (component: structure: frame and members:underbody shields) the vehicle was vibrating, it did not have any power when pressing the gas and it was making a loud noise. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the motor mount was defective and needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repaired the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance since the recalls repairs were done up to code. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 185,000. Pm
I am the original owner of a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at highway speed, the rear axle snapped, which resulted in the loss of control of thevehicle. As a result, i was involved in a collision with a vehicle in the next lane.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the passenger side subframe had rusted; the vehicle made a thumping sound as if the wheel would fall off. The contact also noticed that the bolts near the wheel were also rusted. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The vin was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were approximately 120,000.
After hearing some noise when turning i inspected my 2001 ford windstar lxand found the subframe/cradle rusted out on right side rear mount. I have not done anything yet to fix it (looking for prices) but i know the subframe/cradle is bad and needs to be replaced.
During a rear tire check on our 2001 ford windstar it was discovered that there is a crack in the rear axle beam.friends of ours have the same year vehicle and last year their windstar rear axle beam broke in two and locked up the rear wheels, luckily there was no accident.i have been monitoring our axle beam since then and now it is cracking.i don't dare have my wife drive it, especially on the highway.why has ford not recalled this???this could be catastrophic at highway speeds if it snapped.i need to get this fixed immediately and have heard it is at least $1,000 !!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The dealer advised that due to excessive corrosion of the frame, the rocker panels were defective and would collapse. The manufacturer was contacted who was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to consult with the local dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 170,000.
Clunking noise from r/f of vehicle when turning left, and severe pull when accelerating. Found front subframe rusted thru and cracked at passenger side rear mount. Had to replace front subframe.
The cradle on my 2001 ford winstar broke off on the passenger side due to rust. Other side is fine. But in the passenger is totally broken off, making popping and cracking noises. Vehicle is unsafe to drive.
While on a family trip today in my 2001 ford windstar i noticed an extremely loud grinding /rubbing noise coming from the front psgr. Side, when i returned home i took it to the shop immediately where i was told that the subframe had completely rusted through on the passenger side and was nearly through the other side as well and was told that my entire family had been at risk of injury or death had the otherside failed as well, and to stop driving it immediately and that it would cost in excess of $2000 to fix. My anger and horror multiplied when while trying to locate affordable used replacement part online i discovered that ford has received many complaints about this safety issue, how dare they put my loved ones and countless thousands other at risk because they used defective or substandard parts. I will be contacting ford directly to find out what they intend to do to correct this issue and appreciate anything the nhtsa can do to help expedite the recall of said parts.
201 ford windstar. Engine/transmission subframe/cradle rusts through leaving vehicle uncontrollable. It is reported to be caused by ac drain dripping directly on subframe assembly.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that repairs were made to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: under body shields) in 2001. The contact stated that per the recall, attaching brackets were installed to both front lower control arms. Most recently, the sub frame was found to be fractured near the steering column.the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that they previously repaired the vehicle under the recall and would not make the repair a second time. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who advised the contact that the recall did not pertain to the sub frame and that the dealer who performed the recall did so accordingly. The manufacturer offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 45,500.
Took the vehicle in for new tires because one was going bald fast and they found that the passenger side rear sub frame mount was rusted away.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph when the vehicle experienced a completely loss of steering control and drifted into the opposing lane without intent. The vehicle came to a stop when the brakes were applied. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the subframe was defective and caused damages within the steering and suspension mechanisms. The vehicle was previously repaired under a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The failure occurred after the recall repair. The contact stated the remedy did not correct the failure. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The failure mileage was approximately 59,524.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop for inspection and the mechanic explained that the subframe and engine cradle were rusted and needed to be replaced.the mechanic further stated that the failure was very uncommon.the contact believes that this is a manufacturer defect.the failure seems to originate from the air conditioning unit.through online research, the contact found numerous others experiencing the same failure.the manufacturer stated that they were not responsible for the failure; therefore, they expected the contact to pay for the repairs.the current and failure mileages were 108,000.
My windstar is at dealers for broken rear axle and i was told front subframe is rusted.
Front sub frame rusted through front end collapsed while driving 25 mph.
I own a 2001 ford windstar with just over 119,600 miles on it.on friday, august 6, 2010i was driving home from work.i was going between 35 and 40 mph.suddenly i heard a loud noise somewhere close behind me and i saw smoke and/or dust coming from the rear of the van.i thought i had blown a tire but when i got out and looked all the tires were fine although i thought the rear tires were tilted toward each other.when my husband came to pick me up, we looked under the rear of the van and noticed that the rear axle had broken almost in half.
My 01 ford windstar van sub frame has lot of corrosion. I have notice this after reading rear axel recall.
We had just left the expressway.we pulled into a parking lot and went to turn into a parking space and the shaft which was attached to the wheel connecting it from the frame to the wheel, broke at the point of the factory weld causing the wheels to do the "splits"and pulling out the driveshaft from the transmission.the dealer called the car "totalled" .this car is in great condition except for the metal socket holding the tie rod from the wheel to the frame allowing the drive shaft to be yanked out. This is a factory weld that broke and if it had broken while on the freeway, we could have been killed.ford motor refused to do anything to remedy the situation.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 60 mph she noticed that she could turn the steering wheel but the vehicle would not change directions.the vehicle was stopped and shut off.the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the frame under the vehicle was severely corroded and that the tie rods failed.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileages were 150,000.the vin was unavailable.
Our not for profit owns a 2001 ford windstar which failed to pass nys inspection because the sub-frame is rusted through. This vehicle had less than 160k miles on it. We wash our vehicles every month or so in the winter to rid them of salt so that corrosion is kept to minimum. Too bad ford doesn't stand by their products like toyota, (which paid owners of defective pick-ups which had underbody corrosion 1 & 1/2 blue book value for vehicles). Another reason not to buy american: shoddy materials, shoddy workmanship &uncaring customer satisfaction.
2001 ford windstar confiscated by dealer during recall inspection on 11/10/2010 due to crack in rear axle.as of 01/04/2011, no parts are available or expected to be available in the next few weeks.i am concerned about the mounting costs of this confiscation including loss of use of vehicle, reduced vehicle value even after possible repair, cost of interim rental vehicle, lack of communication by ford and the dealership.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was being serviced, an independent mechanic discovered that the rear and front subframes were severely corroded. In addition, the front subframe exhibited a hole on the driver side and the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure), but the subframes were not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,120. Updated 02/18/15*ljupdated 10/2/2015
I took my 2001 ford windstar se to bull valley ford dealership for rear axle recall and was informed of severe rusting of the front passenger side subframe from one of the service desk representatives after the inspection.after more research i have found several internet postings regarding this same problem on the ford windstars.is there an investigation regarding this inferior product that ford manufacturing has used on these subframes?it is a severe safety issue not only for the vehicle owner/operator but everyone else on the roadways!!!
Broken subframe on 2001 ford windstar.
I own a 2001 ford windstar limited and while driving the car the rear axel snapped in half. I was stuck but thankfully was able to have a tow truck bring it to my house. Both back tires and totally bent in as the axel is literally broken in half. I now have no means of transportation which kills me as we always kept this car up to date on all maintenance. We just had the front aligned, tie rods replaced as well as many other repairs recently. As i said we always have the oil changed and all other scheduled maintenance on time. This is a real blow as right now we don't have the money to fix it or replace it. I cannot believe ford does not have to have a recall on this and their error is our loss and the loss of many others. I am disgusted and although a ford costumer for many, many years will no longer consider ford in the future. Shame on you ford, lives are at stake her; have a conscience.
My 2001 windstar has severe corrosion on the subframe. The corrosion is located on the right side of the vehicle near the front wheel. The vehicle is currently being held by a dealership for the axle recall, i have made them aware of the corrosion but it seems they have no intention of repairing it since it is not a recall.
It was raining & i was driving home with my sons in the van when it suddenly swerved out of control, fish-tailing into the direction of oncoming traffic.i almost lost complete control and narrowly avoided hitting another vehicle.i proceeded home cautiously, thinking the way the van was now handling was due to road conditions.the next day it continued to handle difficultly, and i noted a squealing tire sound with turns - i thought perhaps the tires needed air, and it was still raining.that afternoon, as i was merging onto the highway, the van randomly started to fish-tail over two lanes, nearly rolling over.i was barely able to obtain control.i proceeded home cautiously, noting the tires were squealing more with turns & it was more difficult to handle.once home i checked the tires & they seemed fine.i loaded my sons in the van, against my better judgment, to have dinner at a friends house.i planned to have her boyfriend check it while we were there (my husband was gone for two weeks).i cautiously drove down our road and when i took the long curve by the school the tires began to squeal loudly and the van started swerving all over, into oncoming traffic.it rocked and swerved & nearly flipped, scaring all 3 of us nearly to death.i finally was able to stop the van & had my son get out and watch as i drove past slowly.he immediately started screaming to get out! the wheels were about to fall off!i slowly & fearfully pulled into the church lot we were next to and discovered that both rear tires were tipped in at the top, like a tee-pee.we were all shaken, knowing how close we came to dying.the van was eventually loaded onto a flatbed truck and brought home. My husband got home & discovered the steel support beam was split nearly in half in the middle.i thank god we didn't go over the bridge that night - we would've had a massive accident, injuring/killing who-knows how many people!we wont replace it with used parts & there aren't new ones.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar le. The contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the right front sub-frame separated and fractured the engine cradle. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed off road.the contact was uninjured and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the right sub-frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileage was approximately 127,000.
My 2001 ford windstar was brought to my mechanic for potential problem with front stabilization.upon lifting to vehicle on the lift, it was obvious to the mechanic that the rear mount on the passenger side of the subframe was completely rusted to the point that it was hanging down.i was instructed not to drive this vehicle..the issue at hand appears to be as identified in the nhtsa action number: pe10026.
While driving 2001 ford windstar on a 1-hour trip toward home, i noticed the back wheels fish tailing that occurred in every rough spot in the road.i immediately thought the tire was going flat and pulled over to check it.since the tires visually looked fine, i drove to the next exit to a gas station and checked the tire air pressure and found it was at proper levels.i was still unsure what could cause the "fish tailing" or "hydroplaning" feeling, yet i was able to make it the rest of the way home without a major accident; although my car kept "fishtailing"..the next morning, my husband took the windstar to a service mechanic to inspect the tires. What he found was a rear axle that was "rusted from the inside out" about 3/4 of the way.the mechanic's initial estimate is $1000 (for replacement of new axle and labor).we are relieved that the rear axle didn't break while we were driving as the car could have flipped and killed all of us. What could cause corrosion on the inside? the rear axle should be made to never corrode or break under normal road driving conditions. After researching on the internet, i have found other 8 year old, same make/model windstar owners reporting the same conditions.this is an unsafe part especially noting that people are keeping their cars longer due to economy.ford should own up to this part failure and recall and replace this part at no charge to the owners immediately!
2001 windstar [xxx] sel sub frame snapped while driving almost causing a serious accident. Tow company said this was very rare that the subframe had rusted through. Repaired at a cost of $1058.03 total parts (used subframe) and labor.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)*ln
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact heard a loud noise outside of the vehicle while he was backing out of a parking space and shifting into the "reverse" position. The vehicle suddendly failed to operate in reverse.immediately, the gear shifter was placed into the"drive" position; followed by no power response.the driver turned the engine off and inspected the vehicle. The front passenger wheel was turned outwardly when the right shaft disengaged from the differential. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated that the failure was contributed to the engine cradle which exhibited severe rust and caused the lower control arm to break.the vehicle was repaired for malfunction. The contact had concern of the safety risk involved. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 71,000.
Whilst turning a corner the front subframe mount sheared at the lower control arm connection. I lost steering and power. My car ended in a ditch at the side of the road. Myself and my one year old son were in the car at the time, we were both shaken but not injured.when the subframe failed the half axle left the transmission, thus losing power and the two front wheel were left pointing in opposite directions.we have not had this repaired yet but have been told that's parts will be in excess of $1800 plus labor. This could cost $2500.worse still if this had have happened on the motorway, it does bear to consider the consequences!i have seen thousands of similar cases posted on various internet sites, this needs to be remedied before someone gets seriously hurt!
I have a 2001 ford windstar which is showing signs of a sub-frame corrosion failure similar to the one described in investigation pr 10-026.there is a "u-shaped" subframe element which connects to the main frame near the outboard side of both front seats and extends forward around the front of the car. It does appear various suspension and steering members are connected to this sub-frame.the passenger-side end of this sub-frame where it connects to the vehicle frame shows severe rusting and metal delamination and a crack has formed on the end. The driver-side end of this subframe shows normal wear and is not in immediate risk of failure. The corrosion to the passenger-side end is excessive as compared to the driver's side and other frame elements in the vicinity. Something is accelerating the corrosion on the right side. It may be due to the condensate drain from the air-conditioning system.at this time, the sub-frame has not failed but the vehicle represents a significant safety risk since failure-related crashes have been reported. The repair costs are estimated to be in excess of $2000 for frame replacement. I believe that ford should quickly develop and deploy a means of reinforcing the frame member and offer the repair via recall to windstar owners.since the parts are currently still on my vehicle, i can take photographs showing the deterioration of the sub-frame ends.as a side note: my windstar is equipped with the rearseat air-conditioning system. The evaporator is in the rear quarter-panel on the driver's side in the rear or the vehicle. While this affected components do not appear to be a critical part of the vehicle's structure, there is significant corrosion to the parts which are in the path of the condensate drain for the rear a/c system as well.this seems to confirm the belief that a/c condensate run-off is a key factor in the sub-frame corrosion issue.
I had to replace the subframe on my 2001 ford windstar.
I was driving my car and heard noise in back , car was steering erratic , went to repair shop and was told the rear axel on my 2001 ford windstar broke . I was told this is a ongoing problem with windstars and ford won't do anything about it . It will cost me 1200.00 to fix . Ford is lucky no one was killed in a accident with this problem . Look on the internet i found over 60!!!! complaints on different sites regarding this problem . Do something please. Luckily i was going slow !!
Broken rear axle in my 2001 ford windstar-2nd occurrence had the axle repaired/welded in 2009 on the left rear and now the right rear is cracked rendering the car undriveable.
2001 ford windstar right lower control arm mount failure. Just driving down the road when i notice my steering wheel was not centered, slowed down until i got into parking lot. Went to turn and lost drive, looked at front end and right tire was pointing to right and left tire was straight, looked under van and saw that mount had come off frame and axle pulled out of transmission. Had van towed back to my house. Went right to my computer to see if there was any complaints about front end failure and their is. Was going to have van rear axle checked per recall but can't even get it to ford dealership for that. Called ford and their is no help. I am a mechanic and have never seen a mount come off a frame like this. This van has always been parked in a garage and washed at a high pressure wash with under car rinse. I think this is poor metal or a poor design.
2001 ford windstar minivan rear axel break.went on-line and have read hundreds of complaints about rear axles breaking in half.no other cars axles are breaking.
My 2001 windstar failed the yearly state saftey inspection because of frame rotting at the passenger side rear frame mount. I trust my mechanic and he strongly suggested that i do not drive this car ! he would not put a sticker on the car. His estimate for repair was over$2000 .
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. He stated that while driving at 55 mph, the right front subframe broke and the right wheel made a left turn and caused the vehicle to slow down and stop. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where they replaced the front sub frame at the owners expense. The dealer was contacted and they stated that there were no open recalls and that there was nothing they can do for him. The failure mileage was 105000 and current mileage is 107000.updated 5/6/10 the consumer statedthe right front control arm and frame mount broke. Updated 06/18/10
My wife's 2001 ford windstar has had a persistant clunk in the front passenger side. While doing some work on the vehicle this evening i discovered severe rust on the rear body mount of the front subframe. The area to the rear of the bushing is corroded through and cracked. I have good digital pictures and will provide them to you if you desire. This problem has been described repeatedly by many windstar owners. Frankly, i find ford's claim that this doesn'tpresent "an unreasonable risk" infuriating. I am calling on you to recall this vehicle before someone gets killed.
Rear axle on my son's 2001 ford windstar cracked almost all the way through on the drivers side. About 14 inches from the wheel. Both rear tires were wrecked because of rubbing inside of wheel well.
Nhtsa expands ford windstar corrosion probe to front subframes.i have not had an accident due to this but have had to have the h-frame in the front of my windstar replaced due to corrosion where the driver side front wheel connection had corroded through and the wheel was going to potentially come off. It was making a lot of noise and not performing correctly so my mechanic took a look to see if the shocks, ball joints needed replacement. He found the h-frame corroded and required replacing. This was 2 year ago and cost about $2000 to replace. I am now having issues with my rear end which is causing loud noises going over bumps and vibrating at speed. Went to the same mechanic and he says that the u-frame holding up the rear end is cracked and corroded. Eventually it will break through and drop the car. Since this is a 2001 ford windstar with 80,000 miles, i have decided not to undergo the repairs but to look for a new vehicle. The windstar has been garage kept for its entire life.
2001 ford windstar was making noises in the back for a couple months. Just recently, the noise got much louder when backing up and going out of my driveway.before driving today, i looked under the back of the vehicle to see that the rear axle beam was cracked at least 95% about 18 inches from the drivers wheel. I could have been killed if i was driving on the expressway and lost control.i have to get this fixed and cannot drive the van.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while attempting to make a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle made a very loud banging noise.the dealer stated that the engine cradle was rotted out.the repair cost was estimated at more than $500.the failure and current mileages were less than 110,000.updated 04-23-09updated 04/24/09.
Our 2001 ford windstar started making a popping noise a couple of months ago, usually at slow speeds and while turning.when we had it checked out, we were told the subframe has rusted through at one place.this could potentially pose a significant safety risk, as the motor mounts, steering control arms, etc., are attached to this subframe.
On a sunday evening,october 10, around 9:00 p.m., while making a turn into my street,, i heard a loud noise, the van abruptly stopped leaving most of the vehicle in between two roads. The van could not be pushed out of the way. The police responded to redirect traffic and called for a flat bed tow which cost $180!they needed to be extremely careful so that the tires or other parts would not be damaged. Without knowing what was wrong with the vehicle, it was towed to my repair shop.the next day i was informed they could not do the repair.then it was towed to a repair shop that could do the repair (another $40). Iunderstand the frame cracked.the repair shop removed axel shaft, seal rebuilt frame at rear of lower control arm and undercoat. Installed new seal, axel assembly and fluid for the cost of $546.i can't imagine the outcome if this happened while driving home from work on the thruway doing 65 mph.
Driven down the road the front passenger axle pops out lose of alignment vehicle wont run both front tires are looking the opposite way.... How can i find out how to fix this. Vehicle is not drivable.
2001 ford windstar 70,000 miles, had a minor fender bender took to the dealer for repair, once i received the van back an hour afterthe check engine light came on, called dealer they stated that they needed to reset the codes bring it back when i could. The very next day and every day after that until the final day i called stating the steering wheel seemed odd and i had to slightly turn it to the left to go straight. I again was told that they just needed to realign the steering wheel but not to worry. On the fifth day i called and said i wasn't sure the vehicle was safe to drive because the wheel now had to be turned half way to the left to go straight. Again i was told not to worry just bring it in the next day. 3 minutes later the vehicle stopped and wouldn't move. A tow truck was called and it turns out the control arm that was just replaced fell off!! the dealer informed me it was not their fault due to the fact that the frame was rotted out, something they claim to have never seen.needless to say after hours on the phone with ford and the dealer so far i have gotten no where. So i decided to do some research online and found this site which informed me that there are almost 15 cases of the same thing reported! why does ford think this is not their problem and are they waiting for a fatal accident to do something about this?
I heard a popping sound 2 times am i safe in my vehicle, i did buy it used. I looked at the side of the door panel and it was made in canada, do i have something to fear???
My wife pulled out of someone's driveway and without a warning, the front end of our 2001 ford windstar had fallen out destroying the control arm, strut and possibly more damage. The van got taken to a garage where it was revealed that the cradle had basically split and if this had happened on the highway, there was a high percentage that my wife and three children would have been seriously injured or killed thanks to ford manufacturing deathtrap parts. Parts like this should be the last thing to ever go. We bought the van in june 2009 with only 112,000 kms on it. Ford should be footing the bill and a recall should be ordered immediately. I will never buy a ford ever again. I will be getting the van fixed next week and i will be keeping the old cradle as evidence and my receipt for the cost of repairs.
The rear axle collapsed, just as my family was heading to the highway for a road trip. We were able to have the car towed to the dealership where they repaired the vehicle to the cost of $900. We had no choice but to authorize the repair as it was the only car we had that could transport my family of six to a christmas vacation. I had read about rear axle failures in these mini vans two years ago from this website when i researched and filed a complaint after the brakes failed while traveling at 65mph on the highway in this same vehicle.
I have a ford windstar 2001 mini van and i live in new york state. On december 7th, 2010, as i was pulling left into a parking space i heard a loud cracking sound. (at first i thought i had rolled over a very large piece of ice) i again proceeded to pull in, but my car would not move. (engine was still on) i got out and found 3 of my tires facing left and 1 facing right. I called aaa and was preparing to have it towed to a mechanic. When the driver/mechanic from aaa,informed me that the lower control arm (drive arm) had tore away from the main frame (front axel) at the front of the car, and had tore away all of the driving mechanisms and would need a welder first , not a mechanic . So i had him take it to a local welder. He was able to find some clean metal to weld it back on and then recommended i take it to a mechanic to finish up with everything else that was needed. The mechanic told me that it would need a cv joint and the linkage for the transmission in order to have it working again. I have never had any issues with the engine, or transmission prior to this day. And the car has very little rust on it's body. So i would have never thought to look underneath for any. And because it was always maintained well,a mechanic was hardly ever under her to see if there was any possible damage either. She has less than 75,000 miles on her so i never expected this to occur. I have filed a report with ford after the incident but all they could say was thank you and they'll make a not of it. And that the rear axel was on recall....but if that was the case, why not the front axel too???
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The main sub frame was separated and covered with rust on the front passenger side door. While driving 35 mph he heard a noise coming on the front passenger side of the vehicle. A local mechanic discovered that the frame was covered with rust and separating from the side of the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no program or warranty to cover the failure.claim#0355841870 was filed with the manufacturer regarding the failure. The failure and current mileages were 69,000.
I just got off the expressway and made a left turn when the front wheels of my 2001 windstar both turned out in opposite directions. I had it towed and found out the frame broke. I had the frame replaced with a used one. Cost $1,187.15 plus tow $105.10. Now i hear this is a common problem and i am concerned it could happen again. At highway speeds i worry about loss of control.
Rear axle cracked in half causing further damage to the van.
The right control arm broke off of the sub frame while backing out of our drive way. The van is not drivable (contacting ford to find out what can be done).
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 10 mph, the front ball joint broke and the driver lost control of the steering wheel; however, he was able to avoid a crash. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the engine cradle rusted and caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired when the complaint was filed. There were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were approximately 91,000.
On december 27th, my wife had her ford windstar lx recall on the rear axle fixed at jim kiem ford in hilliard, ohio.she also wanted ford to look into a really bad noise thatshe was hearing in front when she was turning.it was a loud banging noise.jim kiem ford told us that the sound that we heard was the sub-frame.they said the sub-frame was rusted and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive.they said that the engine might fall out of the car!my wife and children have been using this van everyday.i have read many windstar owners comments online about the same problem.what does it take to get a recall?do children have to die!
The mounting ears on the right front subframe (h-frame that all the suspension, steering , and drivetrain) that connects the lower control arm tothe frame rotted off the frame allowing the passenger side tire assy. To swingout from under the vehicle causing a loss of control. Fortunately it happened when turning left at a intersection and not on the freeway. The whole front h frame has to be replaced. The vehicle is an 01 ford windstar with approx. 61,000 miles, always taken good care of and garage kept. Original owner neverany accidents.
I own a 2001 ford windstar.we are the original owners and have performed all routine maintenance on the vehicle.it began making a grinding noise in the back when turning into our driveway which has a slight ridge at the end of it.we had our mechanic check it and he found that the rear axle is cracked half way through.fortunately we found this before it broke while traveling on the highway.i don't know what we are going to do to fix it yet because we can't afford an $1100 repair bill.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was being serviced the mechanic noticed that the k frame was covered with rust. The local mechanic replaced the k frame. The failure mileage was 96,000 and the current mileage was 99,000.
Front sub frame rusted out on the right passenger side. After going to a transmission shop to have my trans rebuilt i went to a mechanic to see why i kept hearing strange noise from the passenger side of the van. When the mechanic lifted the van he showed me the rusted subframe and stated that eventually it will fail and that it needs to be replaced.the only way to resolve this problem is to replace the sub frame, because it is too thin to weld in their opinion.
My wife lost control of vehicle, 2001 windstar, 71,000 miles, right front lower control rod broke loose from engine cradle and she lost control of steering. I had vehicle towed to ford dealership. Subframe rusted out at right lower control rod mounting, vehicle is not driven in winter,do not understand how this could have rusted out and caused a possible catastrophic failure. Subframe has been ordered, estimate for repairs from ford dealer is $2,000.00. I have not contacted ford motor company, it appears that they do not care about this failure judging from other customer complaints for the same failure. If this is caused by water dripping from the ac compressor or a defect in the subframe metal, ford should be assisting in these repairs. I have been a loyal ford customer for 30 years and can not believe they would not help with this type of safety issue.
Today i was driving my 2001 ford windstar from yonkers ny to white plains ny when the rear axle cracked.it was a clear, dry day.this axle had cracked before - in august 2010, prior to the recall being issued. At that time, as there was no repair being offered by ford, i had the axle welded.welding the axle was a 'fix' reported by other windstar owners so i was not too bothered.until today i had no problems with the rear axle.the new crack is approximately an inch from where the first one had been.the van had to be towed to my usual mechanic.i am trying to find out if ford has the part to fix this.my mechanic called but said theydid not have a replacement.i am not sure what i can do now - this really leaves me in a bad spot as i use my car daily.others i know who have this same vehicle and trying to have the recalled part taken care of have been having problems because of lack of parts and/or problems getting appointments.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact took the vehicle in for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact stated that the vehicle sat idle on the dealers lot for approximately three months before the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired due to excessive corrosion of the front part of the sub frame. The contact was advised to have the sub frame repaired before recall repairs could be performed. The contact stated that the front and rear of the sub frame was one whole part and if the front was replaced, the entire frame would have to be replaced. The frame was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was also repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) and as a result, the entire cruise control system became inoperable after recall repairs. The contact was concerned with the potential of the vehicle catching fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 74,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields and was taken to an authorized dealer for repairs. After the repairs were completed, the contact noticed that the front frame was unstable and he could easily shift it using his hands. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was told that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and would not pass inspection. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure and current mileage was 167,000.
I started hearing a knocking -- popping noise whenever i turned the wheel.i took it to the mechanic and he said it could be the buckles in the steering rack.when i brought the van to be fixed, the mechanic stated that my problems are worse than that.the rear axle carrier is cracked and needs to be replaced and the front subframe to body is almost completely rusted through and needs to be replaced.he stated that he has seen this problem alot in 2001 ford wnidstars with mileage over 100,000 miles.my van has 108,000 miles.i have had many problems with this van including replacing struts, steering rack, abs lights constantly on the dash.check engine light on.all these issues have been addressed and still no resolution.i am very frustrated.this latest "mechanical" issue going to costme way above $2000.i have always driven ford cars/vans.i am not sure if given the opportunity, if i would buy another ford vehicle. I am very disappointed with ford.
The front end of my 2001 ford windstar makes a lot of noise like it is going to fall apart. I'm afraid because my rear axle broke in 2 pieces going 65 mph on the interstate. I'm sure something is going on with my front subframe. How do we get this investigated?
1/23/11 while driving to baptism van all of a sudden started to clunk in the right front suspension.while driving home clunking kept happening on right hand turns.got home, jacked up van, pulled passenger front tire, found excessive rust and sway bar completely broken from subframe.also noticed front a arm excessive rust not safe to drive.vehicle will be parked and only 10 years old. Don't know what to do next????wife and kids are not safe to drive in. Van is super clean and well maintained and no rust elsewhere.now what do we do??? ?please help!!!!*ln
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 5 mph and attempting to make a turn, the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the outside of the vehicle. The vehicle exhibited a slight vibration for a couple of seconds and continued in operation. The vehicle was taken to an independentmechanic where a diagnostic test was performed and they informed that the engine cradle completely rusted due to corrosion. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure mileage was 142,000.updated 12/01/2011 *ln
My wife and i own a 2001 ford windstar. The other day as we were driving down the road we heard a loud pop from the front passenger side of the car. We pulled over to find that the subframe had broken.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact noticed an unusual cracking noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that the frame that held the rear wheels together had fractured in half. The contact informed the dealer of the failure but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The current and failure mileages were approximately 106,000.
I owna 2001 ford windstar and while driving the rear axle beam snapped in half this should not happen this is not a isolatedeventford should be held accountable for this.
Front subframe rusted through at passenger side mounting point requiring replacement of the front subframe. The condition was noticed immediately after failure due to a change in the direction of the steering wheel and a popping noise during turns, confirmed and repaired at an independent repair shop before any further damage accumulated.i noticed a recall issued on kias of the same vintage for the same problem.
The front subframe suspension mount failed while i was driving my 2001 ford windstar van at highway speed and thus i loss steering control of the vehicle.
Vehicle: 2001 ford windstar lx; mileage approx. 113ktoday, i had a scheduled appt. For my local garage to inspect a noise/vibration issue with the family minivan.this is the vehicle which my wife and kids use routinely.while backing out of my driveway to get to the garage, i heard a large snap and the rear-end of the van slumped onto the driver's rear tire.the rear axle beam had snapped in half.in reviewing online forums with other ford drivers, this is failure is a frequent occurance with ford windstars after 100k miles.that is not a large number of miles, considering the "investment" typical middle class families need to make in order to have a vehicle for commuting.i shudder what could have happened if my family was traveling at higher speeds on an expressway.it is to a point that one can not find replacement rear axle beams for repairs because of the great number of repairs required in the market.pleaseinvestigate this trend with the ford windstar... This can be another toyota lying in wait.
2001 windstar rear axle broke in half causing the rear tire to smoke and burn the rubber off the tire and the undercoating on the wheel well. Driving on highway at 55 mph. Started to feel a sway just before it broke, nearly causing an accident. Tire was very hot and smoking,we were told she was lucky the tire did not blow.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while reversing at approximately 4 mph, the motor detached, fell from the vehicle, and pulled all the cables for the gear shift. In addition, the abs, the airbag, and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the mechanic stated that a rear axle and the front sub frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 236,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact inspected the vehicle and detected that the subframe exhibited substantial rust corrosion. The vehicle had not been diagnosed. The contact had concern of the potential safety hazard. The failure mileage was 90,000. The vin was unavailable.
My 2001 windstar had been making a scrunching noise each time i went off a curb.i took it to a tire place as that's when i found the crack in the axle in august 2010.the tire dealer didn't make that kind of repair so i call ford dealership who told me to bring the car in and that a recall had just been issued.my car sat for six months.on 1/26/2011 the dealer called and said my axle had been repaired and that i could pick the car up.i couldn't pick it up that day. On 1/27/11 i heard the news state a new recall and i looked it up.turns out my car is involved in that recall too.i went to the dealer and i communicated to them that i do not want that vehicle back under any circumstances.the abs light has been malfunctioning for three years or more.since i got the vehicle i hadmany problems with sensors and i have had to replace the transmission after having only around 78,000 miles on the vehicle.i completed all maintenance on my vehicle as suggested by ford, yet i have had so many problems.i called ford on 1/27 and told them i do not want the vehicle back.they said a buy back isn't being offered for this recall at this time.it may be offered when the letter is distributed.i still do not want this vehicle back.i have three children and i cannot trust that this vehicle is safe.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle pulled to the right and the check engine light illuminated. The dealer stated that the frame on the front driver side was severely rusted beyond repair. The vin was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
This complaint is related to your nhtsa action # ea10007january 12, 2011, my wife was driving our ford windstar on hwy 155 north of saint germain, wi.without warning the front end right wheel dislodged and the car swerved violently all over the highway. Luckily, no other cars were near. The roadside ditches where the failure occurred are more than 12' deep, so there could also have been injuries and or damage if she had not reacted as quickly and forcibly as she did.she was able to wrestle the car onto the shoulder and call for help. Upon towing to the nearest ford dealership, it has been determined that the undercarriage failed, the front right axle dislodged from the transmission, and various other damage can also have occurred.updated ivoq 02/16/11
While driving our 2001 ford windstar which has only 60,000 miles at about 20 mph,a loud snap sound occurred, followed by wobbling from the back of the car and burning rubber smell as the vehicle came to a scrapping stop. We got out to see that the rear axle bar had snapped in two about a foot or so from the drivers rear wheel. We called geico and filed a claim, they are going to repair it but we will still have to pay a $500 deductible. They said that if they are successful in going after ford for this "defect", we would them be eligible for the $500 back . We see on the internet that there are two youtube.comvideos about this same problem and these axles are snapped exactly where ours let go. We also see on the internet that the nhtsa has been investigating this problem since may of2010. As of that date there were almost 300 occurrences of this failure in the northeast,i guess more and more of this occurrence will continue until ford recalls this defective weld or inadequate thickness of the rear axel bar itself. We hope no-one has to loose their lives before ford addresses this issue. We are so glad that we never made it to the entrance of the highway, because i cannot imagine what would have happened at highway speeds.
My family (7 members) was returning home from a vacation day.we were 2 1/2 hours from home when suddenly our van jerked to the right very hard and i lost all control of the steering.our vehicle was heading straight for a guardrail and concrete bridge wall.somehow we managed to miss both and ended up in the ditch over 500 yds from where we first lost control.imagine my surprise when i got out expecting to see maybe a flat tire, but instead saw the passenger front tire sideways.not knowingalot about cars, i called my neighbor to possibly help me.he drove the large distance with his trailer to come pick us up.when he got there he looked and saw the front subframe had completely rusted away from the body mount and had caused the lower control arm to sheer off the frame.this in turn caused the axle to pull out of the transmission rendering the vehicle completely inoperable.when i got home the next morning i found out through the newspaper that the rear axle had just been recalled for similar corrosion problems.i was astonished.what more amazed me was given the fact that serious injury or death could have easily occurred that more was not done to resolve the situation.when we contacted the manufacturer we were told that they wouldn't help us, but we could take the vehicle to their dealer and they would be happy to repair it at our cost, but it would come with a 1 yr./12,000 mile warranty.this repair could cost upwards of $5,000.i nor my neighbor,who has been a mechanic for years, have never seen a vehicle less than 10 years old rust apart like that when there is barely any rust on the body of the vehicle.this situation needs serious action because the problem is not one that is easily detected by anyone who doesn't know what they are looking for.unfortunately ours was not detected ahead of time , and thankfully my family was able to make it through with only some bad dreams and scared kids.
On october 19, 2007 i backed out of my driveway, shifted into drive and began to go forward when i felt an alarmingsensation in my car.i pulled over to the side of the road to inspect my tires.all looked fine so i returned to my car, shifted into drive again and began to go forward when i felt the rear of the car sway.i pulled over again and looked under the back of the car when i saw that my rear axel has snapped in two.on the day of the event my car had 65,700 miles on the odometer. I had my car towed to a local mechanic in wakefield, mass.both the tow truck driver and the mechanic seperately told me this was shocking and not something that should happen to a car.after analyzing my car the mechanic determined that the broken axel was a manufacturer defect.there is a clean break in the axel where the two broken parts fit together snug like a puzzle.there is no evidence of an accident or tampering to the axel. Themechanic showed me where there is a part of the axel where water can get in, but there is no way for the water to escape.as a result the axel rusted from the inside until it weakened and broke.my mechanic has photographed this part and is holding it at his garage for inspection.as an aside, i have also contacted the owner of stoneham ford, mark melkonian, to report the problem.he looked up my service account and verified i have "been faithful in the maintanence schedule." i, like my mechanic, believe this is a serious issue in which other consumers will soon, if not already, experience an axel break.had the axel given when i was on the highway with my children in the vehicle, the outcome might have been much more severe.i am afraid if this is not reviewed another family may have a critical outcome in the course of the axel giving way.could you please advise what i need to do to have someone look at this part of the car and how it simply cracked in two.
Disturbing sounds from right side front end of my 2001 form windstar.steering wheel became off center. Problem diagnosed as subframe corrosion.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a loud abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle.the vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, who stated that the sub frame was completely rusted.the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure, suspension), however the failure persisted.the manufacturer was notified of the failure.the approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
While pulling out of my driveway, the rear axle on my ford windstar snapped in half. Clean break with both rear tires holding up the rear of the car.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that during routine inspection for an oil service, a mechanic located excessive rust in the engines sub frame. Engine failure while driving increases the risk of vehicle crash.the vehicle has not been repaired. He notified the dealer and the manufacturer of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 87,000.
2001 ford windstar 280,000 miles ne oh 10-11-10. Right side lower control arm separated from frame.65 mph from left lane crossed 3 lanes rush hour traffic.no warning signs somehow no collision. Axle pulled from transmission.replaced: tire, axle, boots. Frame shop reinforced and straight frame, aligned front end. Repair damaged transmission cooling lines and required replacement.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal pop noise and immediately, the power steering assist failed. The contact stated that the vehicle was extremely difficult to control, especially when attempting a turn. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the front sub frame was corroded and cracked near the front passenger area. The vehicle was taken the dealer who inspected and ruled the vehicle as unsafe to drive. The manufacturer would not assist with the repairs because the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: under-body shields). The vehicle was not repaired.the failure and current mileage was 92,000.
The front sub frame and control arm rusted at 116,000 miles only.this is a big safety issue on all ford windstars, mine is a 2001 model.
Front wheel on passenger side disconnected from frame while moving.frame rusted.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact was driving 35 mph downhill when the vehicle made a loud, crashing noise followed by a loss of power steering and braking power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was advised that the sub frame cradle had fractured from the frame while driving.the dealer also advised that the steering components, transmission, drive train and frame would need replacing.the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
While driving our 2001 ford windstar pulling a 7'x12' trailer at 60 m.p.h. On a two lane state route road we crossed an intersection of a county road there was a small hump at the intersection there was a very loud bang followed by a tire screeching and loss of steering the van pulled very hard to the right into the grass correcting we came back into our lane and started into the oncoming lane i was able to bring the van back to our lane andthen slowlyback to the grass where we came to a stop 1500' past the intersection after looking at the van i had found that the back mount of the right lower control arm was wet and had rusted and broke off causing the right wheel to turn out pulling the drive shaft out and locking up the wheel causing the loss of steering i believe that over time the evaporator dripped condensation on to the mount causing it to rust a fail this is a very serious structural failure and could cause serious injuries or death and is just not a pleasant time not wanting to pay $900 to $2000 to be repaired i found a good sub frame at a junk yard for $150( some frames may be more money) and will replace it myself this is a very big and hard project that will take a lot of time i have the right tools and knowhow i don't recommend trying for everyone this is a backup vehicle so i have the time to fix it ford or the n.h.t.s.a. Should recall all vehicles with the potential of this problem before some one gets badly hurt or dies this problem will not go away only get worse i urge all owners of any windstar to check there right lower control arm mounts to see if they are bad.
Had just gotten onto highway going about 45 mph ,changed lanes to accelerate and felt like a tire blew out ,heard something dragging, luckily exited offquickly pulled over to find that rear axel had broke and both tires were on their way to caving in.no accident or injury-thank god. Called ford dealership and was told no recalls on axlesand this was a "common occurrence."
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While having the vehicle examined by an independent mechanic for steering issues, the contact was informed that the sub frame was corroded. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 116,000.
Went for a routine oil change and my mechanic discovered the passenger side sub frame is all but rusted out.
I was driving down i-75 in toledo ohio at 70 mph when my rear axle broke in half on my 2001 ford windstar minivan.lost control but was able to not hit anyone or roll over.i have had no help from ford and nothing but a run around from them help!!!i have 4 children and no transportation.my eldest daughter has no busing in our county so i have to transport both ways and no vehicle.no way to get groceries or dr. Appts.ford promised me a rental but 9 days have gone by and no help.what do i do?they are telling me it will be over three months before i can have my van repaired.
I was driving my 2001 ford windstar making a right turn when i straightened out i noticed that my steering wheel was still turned at a 45 degree angle. Being cautious now listened for warning sounds of possible further problems,there was no strange sounds or shaking nothing to indicate what would happen next. As i continued on my journey i was driving 50km an hour when suddenly the front end of the van dropped sitting on both front tires,causing me to lose control of steering and braking.i slid down the street eventually crashing into the curb thankfully no one was injured and no other vehicle was involved. I exited the vehicle and noticed transmission fluid pouring out onto the road.my van was towed to the mechanics and we discovered that the right control arm that is connected to the front sub frame brackets were totally roughed out due to bad design in the sub frame in which the brackets are welded to the frame which has a bowl like base which collects water and salt and speeds up the corrosion time. This is a serious safety issue for other windstar vans, if i was on a major highway doing 100kmthis would of been a fatal accident. If this would of happened the police would of determined that i was going to fast or some other reason other than the control arm breaking of.there has been a recent recall for the rear axle cracking and splitting in half due to bad u shape design of the axle in where again salt and water become trapped and speed up the corrosion time. So i believe that the control arm is a serious safety issue which needs to be dealt with by issuing a recall as well.
For several months, my wife and i noticed a creaking/thumping sound coming from the left rear of our 2001 ford windstar sel, which has 111,000 miles on it.the sound was especially noticeable when turning at low speeds and at the same time experiencing an elevation change (e.g., entering a driveway from the road).the ford dealer told us we needed new rear shocks, which we replaced for $500+.the vehicle handled a little better and the sound seemed to be reduced, but never totally went away.over the next couple months, the sound gradually worsened.we were planning a long road trip for our summer vacation, so we took the vehicle back to the dealer the day before we were going to leave.this time, the dealer told us the rear axle beam was cracked.i'm sure that was part, if not all, of the problem that we experienced the first time we brought it in, because the sound was the same.regardless, we were fortunate enough to discover the problem before we were on the road with our three children and a van fully loaded for a 10-day vacation.i asked the ford technician how it could possibly be that ford could make a minivan with a rear axle beam that failed after only nine years of routine use.he didn't have much to say, but all you need to do is take a close look at the axle beam to understand why.it's as thin as an aluminum baseball bat, and it's just as hollow.a pop can has more structural integrity.i mentioned the problem to a neighborhood auto mechanic, and he said this happens on 'all' windstars.rather than pay the $1000 repair bill, and given the dozens of other issues we've had with this substandard vehicle, we decided to just buy a new vehicle.we were considering trading the windstar, but before doing so, i decided to see if this problem was as common as the local mechanic implied.turns out it is. This is a serious safety issue, and all affected vehicles need to be recalled immediately.
Traveling along a major highway approx. 70 mph, the engine cradle assembly became detached from the frame due to corrosion and subsequently the cv axel became detached from the wheel and the control arm also became detached. The vehicle became un controllable and luckily we didn't flip or hit someone else. This is a very serious condition and a sub frame assembly shouldn't come apart on a vehicle with only 70k miles on it. I have called ford motor co. With no help or even an apology as there is no recall for any issues like this. Again, this isvery serious issue and we were luck we weren't killed.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
We observed clunking in the front end prior to the failure. While turning the wheel to the right to park, a loud noise was heard in the front end. After that, the steering wheel was turned right while the car was going straight down the road. After inspection, the passenger side attachment point for the sub-frame was rotted off and separated from the mount. Substantial corrosion was also noted on the drive and passenger side control arm attachment points.
2001 ford windstar sel, passenger side lower control arm broke off frame because of rusted, corroded cradle.
Numerous things have gone wrong since we bought the vehicle.items covered under warranty: electric seat stopped working twice,and transmission wouldn't shift when it was supposed to.items not covered under warranty: brakes replaced at 30,000+ miles-told was normal for them to wear out so quickly; rack and pinion replaced at around 55,000 miles; months after brakes replaced, brakes grind loudly when coming to a stop (brakes checked numerous times, but was told they were ok); abs brake light comes on and stays on after driving (not illuminated on start up, but comes on later); back dome light not secure-falls out; dome lights sometimes come on when braking; check engine light on for months, didn't have it checked, but turned off by itself; sliding door drags-rusted on vechicle frame.
Brake light was on in my 2001 ford, windstar.brought the vehicle to our mechanic to check it out and make necessary repairs.our mechanic called me and informed me that the frame of the vehicle was rotted out and that in his opinion it was unsafe to drive and the cost to repair it were not worth it.we bought this vehicle new in october of 2001 and it only has about 28,000 miles on it.we do not live any where near the ocean, but live in massachusetts, where salt and sand are used on the roads in the winter. But as you can tell with the low mileage on the vehicle it was not driven much any way.i am forced to buy a new vehicle to replace this one.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds over road bumps and pot holes, the vehicle would exhibit a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they advised her that the cradle to the frame was severely rusted. The contact was advised not drive the vehicle because the frame could detach while driving. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000. The vin was unavailable.
- the contact stated that the2001 ford windstar frame was cracked. On 02/23/07the vehicle was raised to see if the cause of a loud noise which came from the rear passenger tire could be found.she stated that the tire leaned inward.it was observed that the frame had a crack about 3 inches from the brake drum. The contact had not called anyone to find out what should be done.a new framed was installed on the vehicle.she stated that she still has the tire that came from the vehicle. The contact will submit pictures of the tire and of the cracked frame from the vehicle.the current mileage was 90000.the axle was replaced. Updated 04/05/07.
Front end steering,disturbing front end frame sound,abs lights noticed abs braking problem,brake light,od light,interior lights flash on and off intermittently when driving. Have to cut the van off and restart for to stop that only last awhile. .took into dealer for recalls still dealing with electrical problem so forth. I never been so scared of an vehicle in my life.
2001 ford windstar. Right front subframe rotted at mounted point to main frame. Had been hearing slight grinding noise for past week or so from right side of vehicle. Several attempts were made to diagnose noise with no success. Vehicle was raised on jacks for inspection and it was found that the frame had rotted through at the mounting point. Vehicle requires complete front subframe replacement.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number:11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The contact stated that the vehicle was reinspected after the recall repairs and she was informed that rust was still present and could possibly cause the engine to drop from the vehicle. The dealer sprayed the vehicle with an antirust agent but the remedy did not work. The contact stated that the recall repair was inadequate and needed to be changed. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact received a second recall notice associated with nhtsa campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The authorized dealer stated that the vehicle was safe to drive and did not need to be repaired. The vehicle was taken home, and while driving at low speeds the vehicle stopped and would not drive any further. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed that both front wheels were pointing outward and the lower control arms were fractured. The authorized dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would attempt to buy the vehicle back. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 113,000.
In 2008, i experienced a failure of the subframe on my 2001 ford windstar cargo van. I do mostly small-town driving - i.e. Not over 45 mph, with occasional trips on the nys thruway. I purchased the van used at 57,000 miles from johnson ford, kingston, ny. The failure occurred at 85,419 miles. I drove my van to a local business at about 45 mph, a distance of 4-5 miles. That day or the day previous i had heard a funny noise as i turned the wheel, but it was not repeated. (i realized afterward that this was the sound of the subframe cracking, but it was not loud enough to really raise any concern when i heard it.) on the day of the failure, i arrived at my destination, parked my car, and a few minutes later, when i came out of the store, i discovered that my tires had apparently broken off and were leaning inward , the car was undrivable. I had it towed to my local mechanic and he was able to find me a used subframe to replacethe one that broke. There was. Of course, no information from ford at that time regarding this defect.i have now (feb. 2011) received a recall and had my subframe checked by the dealer and am waiting for thecall about a "reinforcement kit", while still being expected to drive this vehicle. I do not consider this a safe vehicle, with or without the "reinforcement" . I believe that ford should be compelled to buy back all windstars still on the road as they were improperly engineered and therefore violated nhtsa law as to merchantability. I want a vehicle whose parts are all safe, not a vehicle patched together with epoxy and baling wire. My life and everybody else's lives are at risk from any of these vehicles that are left on the roads. I am unwilling to drive this vehicle anymore, and i am now compelled to purchase a new vehicle, which i cannot afford. For the present i am borrowing a vehicle from a family member, which is ok in the short-term, but it doesn't address my long-term needs.
Ford windstar rear axel break1. Heard odd sound under car2. Rear axel broke near driver side of car.3. Dealer says they cannot get the part, i must find my own.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact heard a banging noise coming from the front subframe on the vehicle and it began to shake between 50 and 55 mph. The dealer confirmed that the subframe was covered with rust. The manufacturer advised the contact that his vehicle was not included in recall number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and offered no other assistance.no repairs were performed.the current mileage was 99,000.the failure mileage was 98,000. Updated 05/26/11the dealer placed two brackets on the front frame. However, they stated the repair can fail at anytime. Updated 05/31/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the front passenger side tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that she would need to replace the sub frame and cradle assembly due to rusting. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,958.updated 03/02/11 updated 04/28/11
This vehicle has been ruining every front tire put on it ever since the recall front subframe work was done on it by ford in 9/2011 and it has been through 2 sets of front tires in the last 4,500 miles since the work was done.ford does not acknowledge any responsibility and the last dealer who looked at it told me i needed tires.no kidding.the last time i took it to firestone to get tires, they told me they wouldn't touch it and that i needed to take it to a body shop; the specs were so off.the dealer that did the original work redocumented the car's problems 3 times but the manufacturer refused to buy it back and they did the work on it the best they could and this is what i am left with: an unsafe vehicle.i had a blow out on interstate 95 on christmas eve that could have taken my life and another blow out since then at a slower speed (thank god!)i need help nailing ford to the wall on this and making them be responsible for risking my safety and i am sure that i am not the only one.i wonder if other people have been hurt or lost their lives over this??over a few dollars??ford needs to be made to admit they did not protect their customers properly.i wonder if it all comes down to avoiding liability for people that have been injured.please help me.
While backing out of my driveway the subframe fell out of my vehicle causing the throttle body to open all the way dropped out of reverse and went into drive lost steering ,lost brakes jammed vehicle into park to stop 1 foot from telephone pole. Had vehicle towed to ford took 1 week to here anything from them ,was told i could not have a rental or loaner vehicle while they had my car. Called ford customer service line was told i could only get rental car for 1 day for subframe and 1 day for rear axle recall , as of 7/14 2014 was told i would maybe have my vehicle back by next week after ford evaluated my car for repairs. I did not receive a phone call from ford dealer until 7/14/2014.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that during a routine check-up, an independent mechanic diagnosed that the sub-frame was completely corroded. The vehicle was towed to the colonial ford, inc dealer (508-746-3400, 147 samoset st, plymouth, ma 02360) where it was confirmed that the sub frame was rotted out. The technician, however, stated that there was no recall.the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 106,031.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to ford recall #11s16 involving the subframe lower control are due to rust/corrosion *tgwthe consumer was informed by his mechanic, that the steering issues he was experiencing were related to the subframe recall.subframe brackets were installed at that time. However, while driving, the consumer heard a knocking sound coming from the right front passenger side of the vehicle, whenever there was a bump in the road.the consumer returned to his mechanic and was told the problem was still due to the subframe issue. The consumer stated the mechanic was surprised that the dealer had repaired the problem with a kit, instead of replacing the subframe.the consumer returned to the dealer and was informed the problem was with the sway bar, which had disconnected from the subframe, but it could not be repaired unless the rusted subframe was replaced at a cost of $ 2,781.00. The dealer sent ford pictures of the subframe, but they refused to replace it at their expense.
Before ford recalled for this problem, my rear axle broke in half at 65 mph on the highway resulting in loss of control and fumes filling the car from tires rubbing against wheel wells.in march of 2011 ford recalled and reinforced the subframe.inspection is now due on my vehicle and my mechanic will not pass it due to the installment of the recalled reinforcement.reportedly the installation was performed and attached to an equally as corroded part and failure is once again imminent.i returned the vehicle to the ford dealer that made the recall repair and was told that it is indeed safe.i am now stuck with a potential repair bill of $700.00 that will not fix the problem due to the model year parts having the same issues, or just driving the vehicle until failure occurs (again) and going back to ford with a lawsuit as i cannot in good conscience sell this vehicle to anyone else.
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to recall for sub frame rusting *tgwthe consumer stated the dealer reinforced the bracket. However, they claimed the bracket that rusted holding the sway bar was not covered by the recall, which caused the vehicle to sway in the wind.
The contact owns a 2002 ford windstar. The contact was driving approximately 20 mph when she heard an abnormal pop and the vehicle began to steer improbably.the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the dealer replaced the front sub frame due to severe rust. The contact stated that the sub frame was fractured in two. The failure mileage was 140,445 and the current mileage was 145,000.updated 01/12/11*ljupdated 04/19/11
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to defective front end *tgwthe consumer stated two recalls were issued and for the past year, he has been unsuccessful at getting his vehicle inspected. The consumer was informed by several dealers, they were not performing any recalls.
On sunday july 8th, 2012 i was driving my 2001 ford windstar i stopped at a light and as the light changed i began driving and then heard a loud noise,my wheels began to squeel and pull all over and my van came to a complete stop in the road and would not move.. The front passenger side wheel was turned outward but my wheel was straight.thank god i was not on an expressway or highway with all my kids in the vehicle.. I called a tow truck the driver inspected it and said something underneath the front frame had snapped off.. So today i had it towed into a ford dealer to find out it is a new recall how can these windstar vans have so many frame and axle issues and be safe to drive exspecially with all these brackets they are having to put on them for the recalls.. If i was on an expressway me and my son would of been hurt badly if not killed.. Not to mention if i would of hit someone else i could of injured others too..i will never trust another windstar with my family this is crazy..it is the subframe front lower control arm rear attaching flages completely broke/snapped off while i was driving down a basic 40 mph road..when it broke it messed up the underneath of my vehicle it ripped the drive shaft right out of the transmission.. And who knows what else is damaged now.. People need to know about this now before someone is seriously hurt..
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to recalls *tgwthe consumer stated he received a postcard in the mail advising him to see his local dealer regarding two recalls. However, when he arrived at the dealer, they informed him the recalls had already been done. The consumer stated the problems are present in his vehicle.
Stopped to get my oil changed, they showed me where the entire right front subframe has rusted away making my windstar unsafe to drive. I looked online and found this is an ongoing problem with this model withof these having the same problem with the passenger side right front. This can cause you to loose steering control or in an extreme the engine to fall out going down the highway, ford recalled the same problem on the rear axel,,why not fix the front also. I live in arkansan but bought the windstorm from a person in missouri wherei see ford list as a state with a rust problem but doing nothing to fix it.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving approximately 70 mph when the rear axle fractured followed by a loud noise which caused difficulty in steering. The contact had received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly) and the vehicle was towed to the dealer for repairs. The dealer advised that the part needed for repairs was not yet available and the contact would be notified when the part had become available. The contact was still waiting for the parts to become available. Most recently, the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) but the vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact believed that a reasonable time to adhere to the recall had passed and the vehicle had not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.updated 03/29/11*ljthe consumer stated the vehicle has been in the dealer's possession for six months to remedy two recalls. Updated 09/19/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the dealer inspected the rear axle for recall 10v385000 suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly they also located a failure at the front h frame which was corroded and separated. The manufacturer stated that the failure wasn't recalled, but if a recall was issued in the future he could be reimbursed for the repair. The vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and current mileages were 114,000 miles.the ac compressor leaked water onto the frame and caused it to rot.updated evoq 11/12/10 updated 01/20/11 updated 04/13/11
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall *tgwthe consumer stated she took the vehicle to the dealer because she received a recall letter in the mail. The dealer inspected the vehicle and informed her she would receive another letter in the mail stating when to return with the vehicle. The consumer stated she has not received a letter. The consumer stated the vehicle is emitting gas fumes.. Updated04/26/11
The rear axle, is rusted and snapped literally right in half while driving with my two young children! we were lucky enough not to have been seriously hurt or in an accident!
Vehicle was purchased in november 2009. I first began having problems with the abs/brake light coming on, in february 2010. The next incident was the power windows on drivers side and back window would not role down. The next incident was the heater wont work. A recall and repair was done on the rear subframe 11s16 in april of 2010.vehicle repair was not complete now taking in for front under carriage repair on wed 21,2012.
When driving the front end of my van would start shaking at 54mph.took it in to my mechanic julyof 2012told me my subframe was bad.ford recalled my van in jan of 2011 had it for four monthsrecallon subframe and rear axle was completed in may of 2011contacted ford they will not help me.
Just 18-months after the ford windstar safety recall repairs were completed, the front sub-frame of my 2001 ford windstar cracked resulting in loss of stability.the vehicle was taken to the ford dealership in midland michigan.it was deemed unsafe to drive by the ford dealership service manager and repair technician.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and took the vehicle to the dealer for recall service. The contact stated that unbeknownst to him, the recall repair was not fully completed and the vehicle was still unsafe to drive due to the sub-frame being completely rusted. The president of the company and the board of directors were informed of the failure. A letter was mailed to the contact advising that they would not assist with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 85,000.the consumer stated the dealer repaired only part of the front sub-frame, they did not replace it. The consumer later learned ford's instruction was to perform cosmetic repair of the corrosive damage on the front sub-frame. Six months later, when the consumer took the vehicle to a local service station for an oil change, he was informed the sub-frame mount was completely rotted out. The consumer was informed by letter, after writing to ford,they would not honor any new repairs. Updated 02/11/13
My 2001 ford windstar was repaired at valley ford in valley view ohio on 4/14/2011 under recall #20287.i had the van in for an unrelated matter on 12/07/2011 at that time i was informed by my mechanic that the sub-frame was rusted through. After contacting ford's national service center i took the van to valley ford.they inspected it and confirmed that the sub-frame was rusted through.they forwarded their finding to ford motor co. And ford motor co. Was not willing to address the issue with the sub-frame. I believe this issue should have been addressed under the initial recall. Since at least april of2011 any time my children, myself, or anyone else rode in the vehicle it was subject to a catastrophic failure of the sub-frame which could have caused serious or fatal injury to the occupants or others.
Making a left turn, heard a loud bang.the sway bar link came loose attached to a chunk of rusted metal from the subframe.the sway bar and link are fine.it is a part of the subframe where it attaches to that came off.there is no way to reattach the sway bar as the whole section where it attaches to subframe is rusted.called ford dealer in ithaca, this is not covered by their recalls.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at any speed, an unusual noise was heard underneath the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the frame underneath the front end of the vehicle was badly rusted and was considered unsafe to drive. The technician informed the contact that the noise was coming from parts of the frame that were fractured. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 111,759. The vin was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 35 mph, the axle fractured. The vehicle was towed to ricart ford (4255 s hamilton rd, groveport, oh 43125) where it was diagnosed that the rear axle needed to be replaced. The repair was no longer covered under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). The local dealer contacted the manufacturer and was informed that they would cover the inspection; however, the vehicle repairs would be the contact's responsibility. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that he received notification of nhtsa campaign number 12v195000 (suspension) and took the vehicle the dealer for repairs. On a later date while driving 65 mph, the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who inspected the vehicle and stated that the rear axle recall replacement had never been completed.the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 163,000.
Removed subframe to replace faulty torque converter.found substantial rusting at firewall end of subframeon both "arms", requiring replacement of subframe.called local dealers, no "open" recall (over 15 year-old van) and $4,900 new subframe quote provided, with no dealer or manufacturer coverage, after calling national and canadian mfctr recall numbers.mfctr/dealers of no assistance, whatsoever.part not actually available.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received a notification for nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). While the vehicle was at the dealer, the technician found that the axle was cracked and needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the axle would be replaced under the recall, but the dealer was charging for labor. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 154,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at approximately 70 mph, the rear of the vehicle began to fishtail. The contact was able to regain control and resume. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed that the rear driver's side axle rusted and partially detached. In 2011, the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension) however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 245,500.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact had received notification of nhtsa campaign number:10v385000(suspension) and had taken the vehicle to the dealer to service the vehicle under the recall.the dealer was expected to inspect and if necessary install the rear axle reinforcement brackets.the contact stated that they inspected and sprayed anti-corrosion spray on the axle. On a later occasion,the contact stated when she exited the vehicle she noticed that the rear driver side tire was leaning into the frame.the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis and the mechanic stated that rear axle was fractured and needed to be replaced.the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure.the approximate failure mileage was 170,917.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the rear axle detached from the vehicle. The contact rented a truck and towed the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) regarding the rear axle however, the failure occurred after the recall repair was performed. Jordan ford (609 e jefferson blvd, mishawaka, in 46545; (574) 259-1981) was contacted and informed the contact that the rear axle needed to be replaced however, the repair was no longer covered under the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed what the dealer stated. The approximate failure mileage was 164,952.
I was driving my vehicle and the rear axle crack i was driving on a on a city street and was scared my tires was rubbing and smoking.
Right front (passenger side) sway bar mounting bracket separated from vehicle, at front lower control arm rear attaching bracket, less than 30 days after recall ( nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000)was performed. This has rendered the vehicle unsafe to drive and it will not pass new york state vehicle safety inspection.ford dealership denies any responsibility and ford, the manufacturer, will not repair as part of recall.
Rear axle failed after recall repairs were made by dealer.
While driving through an intersection i heard a loud bang underneath the car and i lost all steering control!i parked the car and called for a tow. When van was on the flatbed i observed the engine mounting had detached on both sides of the car. The engine and other components were hanging down. Had van towed home. Through my own research i found that my van was part of recall no. 11s16 for corrosion related fractures at the front lower control arm rear attaching brackets and body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe. I was shocked that i had not been notified of this recall because i had been notified regarding recall no 11s13 for rear axle corrosion related cracking. Van was taken for inspection axle and we were told it passed and nothing else needed to be done. Had van towed again, this time to dealer. Dealer says subframe and rear axle need replaced and ford wants to do the replacement. As a result of the frame detachment, the intermediate shaft needs replaced. There are other unknown components that may need repaired/replaced and they won't know until they do the work. The other repairs may or may not be paid for by ford. Under ford's own remedies, if brackets can not repair the original subframe, then a repurchase offer for the vehicle should be made. To date,ford has refused this as a remedy. Instead, they want to replace the subframe and axle that would have to be attached to other corroded parts of the vehicle. My family's lives were already put in danger enough by these defective products. I was not notified regarding the subframe recall and the rear axle was improperly handled. The axle should have had reinforcement brackets attached even if it did pass inspection. This was not done nor were we told to bring it back in to be done. Ford should be forced to buy back my vehicle under it's own remedy instructions provided to the nhtsa.
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed when they heard a loud popping sound coming from the vehicle. The driver looked out the rear-view mirror and saw smoke coming from the vehicle. The driver pulled over to the side of the roadway. The driver called the contact to come to where the vehicle was pulled over to inspect the vehicle. The contact became aware that the driverā€™s side rear axle was fractured. The contact had the vehicle towed to his residence. The contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer to be inspected. The mechanic confirmed that the driverā€™s side rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired because the manufacturer denied that the rear axle bracket matched the measurement for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage 136,397.
Had brackets installed on rear axle on a previous safety recall and brought vehicle in today to ford for another recall for inspection of brackets installation.i was told that the brackets are correctly installed but my axle is broken and needs to be replaced and is going to cost me $300.00.axle should have been replaced in the first place and there are thousands of other vehicles with the same issue.i am also contacting the nys attorney general.
The rear axle broke in the place that was "fixed" by the recall work in 2010. Noticed squeaking noises (tire was rubbing) and a large clunk and wiggle when turning into a parking lot. Took a photo when i got to the parking lot. My rear driver's side tire was at an angle to the vehicle and the rear axle was broken under the collar that had been attached by a dealer for the recall. The weld held up, but the axle snapped underneath the fix-up job. Apparently the recall fix wasn't really a fix.towed it into a dealer, who took photos and talked to ford. Ford said they wouldn't do anything. Cost me $$ to tow it to the dealer and back home again. Don't have $1,000 to pay the dealer for a new rear axle. Very disappointed that they didn't stand by their work. Very thankful that i was not on the freeway, and that all my children were not with me at the time. It could have been so much worse!
Right side of vehicle underneathsubframe broke . Heard nosie and vehicle quit could not controlhad someone look at it and underneath is rusted out and brokei was told it was the subframe.
The front right axel broke, i didn't have an accident nor did i run it into a ditch. The frame has cracked, its where the axle and the frame meet. It's a 2001 and yes, it's an old vehicle, but its the only transportation i can afford right now. If i can take it to a ford dealership to be repaired i would.some how, i believe their is a god.
On november 3rd, 2009, the rear axle failed in my 2001 ford windstar while i was on the highway. The car had begun performing erratically so i was not traveling at high speed, but even at low speed it was essentially uncontrollable when the failure happened. In the weeks leading up to the actual failure, i had experienced handling problems with the vehicle.after my mechanic replaced the front struts and rear shocks the car still didn't handle right.they thought this might be because the rear alignment was not a little out of spec - they were waiting for shims to come in to correct that when the axle failed. In addition to my unhappiness about the complaints - the vehicle kind of swerved when going around corners, especially highway on/off ramps - the only warning the car gave in the weeks up to the failure was seemingly-random indications from the tire-pressure warning light.in end end, the garage i took the car to ended up replacing the rear axle assembly and the two rear tires - when the axle failed the tires had rubbed against the tire wells.when searching online for other reports of this problem i came across several here, and posted my own.(my own description as well as four pictures of the failed part are on the site under november 3rd 2009:http://www.carcomplaints.com/ford/windstar/2001/drivetrain/rear_axle_snapped_in_two.shtml.
Rear axle broke in half while driving causing a roll over accident.
Making a left turn, heard a loud bang.the sway bar link came loose attached to a chunk of rusted metal from the subframe.the sway bar and link are fine.it is a part of the subframe where it attaches to that came off.there is no way to reattach the sway bar as the whole section where it attaches to subframe is rusted.called ford dealer in ithaca, this is not covered by their recalls.
I am very concerned for the safety of my family, because of an undiagnosed humming noise in my 2001 ford windstar.the noise is a high pitched, humming sound that occurs sporadically, and intermitently, every time we drive the vehicle.the noise can occur while the vehicle is in park, and when the vehicle is in motion, but the noise never fails to occur, intermitently, while the vehicle is on. The noise is loud enough to be heard above the radio at normal volume.it occurs frequently, usually in 30 second spurts, and 3 to 5 minute intervals.we just purchased the vehicle a month ago.i have noticed the sound ever since.at first, i thought it was the sound of the wind howling. I have taken it back to the dealership twice (ed schmid ford).the dealership also detected the noise, but failed to diagnose and solve the problem.it sounds like a faulty mechanical/operational noise, rather than a squeak and rattle noise.
1. Rear axle fractured severely & broke making the car un-drivable on 24 jan 2019 while in motion driving in city traffic. Ford put braces on this vehicle under recall# 10s13, but they failed to prevent further corrosion and metal fatigue. The axle was a bad engineering design from the drawing board combined with not e-coating the metal during manufacturing to prevent corrosion of the metal due to road salt. The axle fractured next to the brace on the driver side as shown in the 4 images below. I have one tow bill (flat-bed) to get the car off the downtown street to my home & will have another tow bill to transport it to where i can replace the axle. 2. Front cradle frame's mount rusted off that anchors the stabilizer bar so the stabilizer bar had to be removed. This happened several years ago. The cradle frame probable was not e-coated during manufacture either. I can take a pic and probable have the repair invoice detailing the date and the mechanic's work to remove the stabilizer bar. To fix the car will need a new front cradle frame, stabilizer bar, and possibly mount brackets.
Fortunately there was no accident, but my vehicle is very unsafe to drive. I took the vehicle to the dealer for safety recall 11s16 . The dealer contacted ford because sway bar bushings are completely rusted out and broken, leaving nothing to attach the sway bar to. Ford says the bracket is outside the scope and advises the dealer to perform the repair. The sway bar has broken off from the front sub-frame passenger side of the car. The dealer said the sub-frame is so rusted that the only way to reattach the sway bar is to replace the entire front sub-frame at a cost of $2900. The dealer deemed my car unsafe to drive, as i won't have control of my car on quick turns or be able to make fast maneuvers in the event of an accident or to avoid potential accidents. Another risk is that my engine may fall out the bottom of my car while driving (which i see has happened to others with my same problem), endangering my family and others on the road. I plan on parking this car in my driveway and waiting for ford to be forced to recall these vehicles.
The rear axle, is rusted and snapped literally right in half while driving with my two young children! we were lucky enough not to have been seriously hurt or in an accident!
In 2011 ford recalled over 400000 vans (1997-2003) due to serious corrosion of axles and other components. Special repairs were done at ford expense. Recently my mechanic informed me that the rear motor mount and the van sub frame had continued to rust badly to the extent that the unit was a safety risk. A search of the internet indicates thatmany, many repaired ford vehicles have experienced very serious corrosion of the sub frames and the repaired axles with serious results including failure of sub frames and or axles when driving!!
At a major intersection getting onto a highway our subframe gave out and we came to a screeching halt & a dead stop. The entire subframe under the passengers side of the van rotted and the wheel was up against the frame of the car. It could have caused a major accident. It cost us $1,500.00.
Before ford recalled for this problem, my rear axle broke in half at 65 mph on the highway resulting in loss of control and fumes filling the car from tires rubbing against wheel wells.in march of 2011 ford recalled and reinforced the subframe.inspection is now due on my vehicle and my mechanic will not pass it due to the installment of the recalled reinforcement.reportedly the installation was performed and attached to an equally as corroded part and failure is once again imminent.i returned the vehicle to the ford dealer that made the recall repair and was told that it is indeed safe.i am now stuck with a potential repair bill of $700.00 that will not fix the problem due to the model year parts having the same issues, or just driving the vehicle until failure occurs (again) and going back to ford with a lawsuit as i cannot in good conscience sell this vehicle to anyone else.
I took the van in for service and i was told the right front sway bar could not be re-attached because of excessive rust .my mechanic mentioned he thought there was a recall for this but i never received one.is there anything i can do about it now?
I am reporting my 2001 ford windstar limited for the same problems that have been recalled in the "salt belt states".i live in fauquier county, virginia.this windstar was originally bought at rick hunt ford in warrenton, va and resided in the 20186 zip code until we bought it in 2005.it was traded into jerry's lincoln/mercury in manassas from whom we purchased it.we have lived in fauquier county the entire time we have owned this vehicle, in remington, va and now warrenton, va.i noticed in my regular maintenance that it appeared that the "front sub frame" was doing the same thing that others had complained of and ultimately was recalled in the "salt belt states".on 01/19/2012 what used to be rick hunt ford and now is sheey ford of warrenton, va looked at the "front sub frame".the service manager said that my concerns were correct about the "front sub frame", that it is doing what these vehicles were recalled for in the "salt belt states".he also said that the "rear axle" had a crack in it, also what they were recalled for in the "salt belt states".the results were that ford would not take care of it even though it had the same problems that they recalled in other states.i contacted ford customer service on 01/20/2012 and was told by the original person's supervisor that and i quote "ford has agreed to add your vehicle to the recall list".i was to take the van back to sheehy so they could document everything and take care of it.i did so, dropped it off 01/23/2012.i called on 01/25/2012 to find out if it was ready that ford would not take care of it since it had not been registered in a "salt belt state".i am requesting that the nhtsa look into these vehicles again and require ford to recall the windstars in all states.if you look around on the internet one can find people in almost every state who have the same problems.thank you
The rear axle broke where ford repaired it in 2011. They are saying that my van is out of warranty on the recall because it is over 150000 miles. If they had replaced my rear axle in 2011 instead of a bad patchjob on that recall i wouldn't be having this trouble. I feel that since ford had it under recall in 2011 they should have fixed it right at that time. I went into town on monday 10/14/19 and when i came out of the store i noticed that the rear wheels were leaning in against the body.
On sunday july 8th, 2012 i was driving my 2001 ford windstar i stopped at a light and as the light changed i began driving and then heard a loud noise,my wheels began to squeel and pull all over and my van came to a complete stop in the road and would not move.. The front passenger side wheel was turned outward but my wheel was straight.thank god i was not on an expressway or highway with all my kids in the vehicle.. I called a tow truck the driver inspected it and said something underneath the front frame had snapped off.. So today i had it towed into a ford dealer to find out it is a new recall how can these windstar vans have so many frame and axle issues and be safe to drive exspecially with all these brackets they are having to put on them for the recalls.. If i was on an expressway me and my son would of been hurt badly if not killed.. Not to mention if i would of hit someone else i could of injured others too..i will never trust another windstar with my family this is crazy..it is the subframe front lower control arm rear attaching flages completely broke/snapped off while i was driving down a basic 40 mph road..when it broke it messed up the underneath of my vehicle it ripped the drive shaft right out of the transmission.. And who knows what else is damaged now.. People need to know about this now before someone is seriously hurt..
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the rear of the vehicle failed to stay in position. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the rear driver side tire tilted inwards. In addition, the contact stated that while attempting to reverse after inspecting the vehicle, theaxle fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was aware of nhtsa campaign number: 12v193000 (power train ) however, the vin was not included.the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,361.
While backing out from a parking space, the passenger side lower control arm mount separated from the subframe due to extensive corrosion.the front passenger wheel was turned outwardly and the right half shaft was disengaged from thedifferential. While researching this issue on the internet, i realized the subframe should last longer than the life of the vehicle. Fortunately for some it has been detected while in a repair shop for some other reason such as brakes, alignment or other front end work. Unfortunately for others it has been discovered by malfunctioning to the point of breaking and causing other structural/mechanical damage, as well as personal injury. I would like to believe that ford stands behind its product and is willing to issue a recall for repair.
The rear axle collapses while driving on the fdr drive, ny city,the van was towed to a shop in brooklyn. I was informed that the subframe of the rear axle has to replaced.there was a recall done on the vehicle in 2011 for the rear axle but at the time i do not have a problem. What ever fixed that was supposed to be done did not work caused the axle subframe broke.
The rear axle split/broke while driving 5 mph turning onto a street. Both wheels are now rubbing against the frame.
I took my vehicle for a recall for the rear axle a year ago and they sprayed some sealer on it and said it was good to go. So now the axle is cracked, and ready to snap. What should i do? also there is a recall on the brake pressure deactivation switch on my vehicle which is leaking brake fluid on the wiring harness.i shouldn't be driving it, but i need to get to boston. Again what can i do about this?
Took my 2001 ford windstar to the local ford dealership for rear axle recall. I was advised by the service manager at my ford dealership that rear axle was cracked, and that the metal was rusted and pitted. It was determined by the service manager that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. Apparently there are several windstars with this problem. While performing the rear axle inspection, the dealership found that the front subframe assemblies on both sides of the vehicle are severely rusted and cracked. This also appears to be a common problem. However, ford has yet to issue a recall on this problem. Have your dealership check your subframe assemblies, and if problems are found, file a complaint with nhtsa so we can alsoget this unsafe condition remedied. There is an ongoing investigation, and it appears there are more and more cases arising. There needs to be sufficient number of claims in order for ford to recall these vehicles.
Stopped to get my oil changed, they showed me where the entire right front subframe has rusted away making my windstar unsafe to drive. I looked online and found this is an ongoing problem with this model withof these having the same problem with the passenger side right front. This can cause you to loose steering control or in an extreme the engine to fall out going down the highway, ford recalled the same problem on the rear axel,,why not fix the front also. I live in arkansan but bought the windstorm from a person in missouri wherei see ford list as a state with a rust problem but doing nothing to fix it.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 30 mph, the front end frame fractured and disengaged from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the shock absorber, front end spring, and frame were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
While driving 2001 ford windstar on a 1-hour trip toward home, i noticed the back wheels fish tailing that occurred in every rough spot in the road.i immediately thought the tire was going flat and pulled over to check it.since the tires visually looked fine, i drove to the next exit to a gas station and checked the tire air pressure and found it was at proper levels.i was still unsure what could cause the "fish tailing" or "hydroplaning" feeling, yet i was able to make it the rest of the way home without a major accident; although my car kept "fishtailing"..the next morning, my husband took the windstar to a service mechanic to inspect the tires. What he found was a rear axle that was "rusted from the inside out" about 3/4 of the way.the mechanic's initial estimate is $1000 (for replacement of new axle and labor).we are relieved that the rear axle didn't break while we were driving as the car could have flipped and killed all of us. What could cause corrosion on the inside? the rear axle should be made to never corrode or break under normal road driving conditions. After researching on the internet, i have found other 8 year old, same make/model windstar owners reporting the same conditions.this is an unsafe part especially noting that people are keeping their cars longer due to economy.ford should own up to this part failure and recall and replace this part at no charge to the owners immediately!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at an unknown speed, the rear driver's side wheel started to rub against the body of the vehicle. The driver was able to coast into a parking lot and could not be driven. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) by heller ford (located at 700 w main st, el paso, tx 61738, (309) 527-6050); however, the repair did not correct the failure. The vehicle was not towed to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer informed the contact that the recall was no longer active and did not offer further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar.the vehicle currently has 100,205 miles on it.i have had to replace the front strut bearings and struts at 75,000 miles and again at 100,000.i have also had to replace the inner and outer tie rods at 69,000 miles.and the left outer tie rod again at 100,000.i have had over $2,500 in repairs in the time frame of one year, not including 4-wheel brake job.i brought the vehicle in for service at 82,000 miles and told the ford dealership that i was again hearing the "bad strut noise".at this time the 1 yr, 12,000 mile warranty would have picked up the cost of the repair.i was told that there was not anything wrong with the struts.i would be interested to know if anyone else has had ongoing strut and tie rod problems.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at a very slow speed, the front passenger side coil spring fractured also causing damage to the brake line. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was discovered that both the driver side and passenger side coil springs had been cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also indicated that while operating the vehicle, the abs and brake sensor warning lights would illuminate. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
Safety recall 15s27/nhtsa recall 15v-608, had my vehicle inspected as per the recall was told it was fine, less than a month later the rear axle cracked causing a tire to blow. Now they do not want to honor the recall solution
I was told by my mechanic in october 2010 that i have a crack in the front subframe on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Takata inflators;iford denying my request f vin #[xxx] i have an obvious crack (see photos) directly under the bracket a band-aid that ford issued in an earlier recall on my rear axle with the sole purpose of this band-aid to prevent such cracking.apparently my bracket part was deemed installed correctly, effectively causing a denial for a replacement part on my windstar.clearly this bracket failed and did not stop my rear axle from experiencing cracking! ford clearly new exactly where this cracking would occur because the crack appears directly under the bracket installed to create a stronger part.the only thing holding this rear axle together is this bracket. This particular part in question is directly below the gas tank, should this crucial part experience failure while driving on a 70mph highway what would happen? also looking at my windstar on a lift we noticed the center of the windstar seems to be sagging (see photos) from what appears to be the under carriage breaking down from rust and corrosion, this appears to be causing extreme structure failure.i do reside in one of the stated salt belt states as being the state of iowa. What would the full criteria for this recall and buyback program on certain windstar?s in 2011 thru 2013 be? why was my windstar limited excluded in this recall?i still have not been advised not to drive my windstar by any current ford representatives.however former ford mechanics have advised me not to drive my windstar, these same mechanics? are adamant my windstar is unsafe! i have been attempting to fix the concerns that moffitts ford in boone iowa wanted me to repair at the time of the axle inspection. Only having more concern brought to my attention about the axle. I wrote [xxx] a letter 2/15/17 asking to overturn and allow repair[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My vehicle was manufactured in 2001. There was a recall put out for the suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly. In 2011, according to sunset ford dealership (where i took it for axle repair and was denied) the recall was remedied in 2011. However, as stated along with the recall notice, the time that the brackets were mis installed caused damage to the rear axle, corrosion and fracturing. This is exactly what is happening to my vehicle right now and the dealership along with ford corporate is saying this axle repair will be fully at my cost. According to their automated recall phone information, up until 2016 they were offering to replace the axle for $300 ( a discounted rate) for customers affected. I do not at all feel i should be responsible for this repair. I contacted ford corporate a few times now and have been told no its not their fault. I was also told by sunset ford, that i would need to pay them $140 an hour for them to diagnose it and tell me specifically what is wrong. It has already been there once to check the recall where they took pictures ( included) and sent them to ford corporate where i was told no they will not fix it unless i pay for it. This repair should be fully covered and i need help getting ford to agree.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). When the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs, the contact was informed that the repair would cost $300. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Had the vehicle serviced for 2 corrosion recalls. Was driving on the freeway approx. 60mph, heard a pop in the area of the right front tire. Took van to the shop i use, where i was told it was part of the frame and need to take it to the dealership(blackwell ford, plymouth, mi. 48170). Dealership said the van needed a subframe assy. And right sway bar bushing bracket, and possibly more. All was due to corrosion, combination poor design and inferior material. They contacted ford motor, sent estimate, pictures and information. Fords response is that it wasn't part of any recall, even though there has been at least two for corrosion that i am aware of. This is clearly a design and/or a material issue with my windstar. It is not safe to drive, and there is no way, with my conscious that i can try to sell it. This is an ongoing issue with the windstar. I'm sure this is part of hundreds if not thousands of complaints on this issue, what can be done? how many injuries or deaths have there been because of corrosion issue with the windstar? help!!!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph the rear axle snapped.the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was confirmed that the axle had fractured and would need to be replaced.the manufacturer was made aware of the issue.the failure mileage was 129,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle received the initial repair for nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension) in mid october of 2010. The remedy did not repair the vehicle. The dealer installed rear axle brackets that did not support the frame. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was a crack in the rear frame. The mechanic stated that the brackets needed to be removed to repair the condition. The contact later received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) and the dealer scheduled the repair for november 11, 2015. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the unreasonable appointment date. The manufacturer was unable to provide a reasonable time frame to remedy the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.
Rear axlethe rear axle on my windstar broke yesterday on the left side outside of the support bracket installed by the dealer for the 2011 recall.i was driving down the road at approximately 45 mph when i noticed the tire rubbing on the frame.i got the car to the dealership (betten ford in grand rapids, mi) who advised they would not repair the car unless i paid for the repair as the bracket held and the axle broke in a different location.ford customer support advised the same thing.
I was driving on interstate 39 towards wisconsin dells with my wife and daughters. About 15 miles out of madison wisconsin my daughters began screaming i looked back and there was smoke everywhere. I immediately pulled to side of highway and got everyone out of the vehicle. Both my rear tires had collapse. I had to get towed into a ford dealer in madison wisconsin. The rear axle on the van had split in half. Calling ford was no help. They stated that a recall had been on that vehicle a couple years back and that the warranty on that recall had expired. Luckily nothing happened to my family but if these issues on this recall whichwas done two years ago hasn't fixed the problem someone is going to get seriously hurt! even if i fix this problem iwill not be able to trust this vehicle. Please look into this someone. There are many windstars that were repaired around the same time because of recall that will begin to fall apart again. Problem not fixed!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that after having repairs to the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension) he noticed that the rear axle was corroded and a cracked had developed where the reinforcement brackets were installed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician refused to provide any assistance since the vehicle had been repaired under the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 124,000 and the current mileage was 144,000.
Rear axle break due to corrosion of acknowledged inadequately designed axle.break happened in the reinforcement bracket installed do to initial axle recall for potential break due to corrosion..car was on city street in motion to freeway onrampfortunately the axle broke prior to entering freeway.axle break resulted in sagging axle and a wheel tilted inward at about 20 degrees and wedged against the inner wheel well.tire started to smoke.car is undriveable.the repair is estimated to $1400.ford will not accept any financial responsibility for this break in the brackets installed to prevent the break.additional components are also needing repair and replacement due to the break of the axle.
The rear axle broke when our daughter was driving home from work at night. When she got home she told us that the van was not handling well at all. It turns out the rear axle had cracked which caused the driver's side rear wheel to push up into the wheel housing and start rubbing against the wheel well. Luckily this happened near our home and she didn't have much further to go as it became very difficult to handle. Also lucky the speed was only about 30 mph, because i'm not sure it would have made it safely home if it happened while driving at a higher speed. Our van was part of a recall that was done in 2011 where they installed brackets/clamps instead of replacing the rear axle. The break has occurred right under the clamping bracket. It also appears to be cracked on the rear passenger side as the tire is tilting into the wheel well on that side also. It appears ford has left many windstar drivers in a potential very dangerous situation.
My 2001 ford windstar was repaired at valley ford in valley view ohio on 4/14/2011 under recall #20287.i had the van in for an unrelated matter on 12/07/2011 at that time i was informed by my mechanic that the sub-frame was rusted through. After contacting ford's national service center i took the van to valley ford.they inspected it and confirmed that the sub-frame was rusted through.they forwarded their finding to ford motor co. And ford motor co. Was not willing to address the issue with the sub-frame. I believe this issue should have been addressed under the initial recall. Since at least april of2011 any time my children, myself, or anyone else rode in the vehicle it was subject to a catastrophic failure of the sub-frame which could have caused serious or fatal injury to the occupants or others.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 70 mph, the contact heard a loud, unusual explosion. The contact was able to exit the vehicle and found that the front sub frame and axle had fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.updated 11/19/10.*ljalso, the oil pan gaskets was leaking. Updated 11/24/10
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that after having the vehicle serviced under nhtsa campaign id number: 12v194000 (suspension) remedied on the vehicle, the rear axle became cracked. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer, who stated that they would not remedy the cracked axle because the manufacturer would only guarantee the bracket repair for one year. The failure mileage was 160,000. Updated 03/05/14*lj
Complete separation of the front lower control arm attaching bracket from the front sub frame on the passenger side of the vehicle. This is the same problem that is described in the nhtsa recall no. 11v030. And ford recall no. 11s16.the dealer that inspected the vehicle said it was not covered by the recall because the vehicle was not purchased or registered in a (salt-belt) state.
I was driving home when i went around a corneri heard a thump in the front passenger side of my windstar, the following morning i took it into my mechanic. He looked the vehicle over and told me the sub frame has rusted out where the stabilizer bar connects. This issue was supposed to have been addressed by ford the previous year when they had it in for the rear axle recall. I find ford had made the decision to put some useless brackets in and not replace the sub-frame. I called customer care concerning the problem and was told there was only a year warranty on the work so there was nothing they could do as i had picked up the van end of april /beginning of may 2011. A recall was issued for this problem and quite evidentlytheir fix with some little brackets did not repair the issue, i am not sure how some brackets are suppose to correct a rusting out sub frame to begin with.
I own a 2001 ford windstar van.while coming home today from workwe lost control and was fishtailing (i am so glad that this happened when no cars where coming the other way or 15 mins earlier when we were on the highway)when we were able to safely stop and get out to see what happened we noticed the rear passenger tire was back about 2 to 3 in, compared to the other tire.when my husband got down and looked underneath he found out the rear axle broke in 2.right now the van is sitting in my parents driveway as we are unable to pay to get it fixed.
I own a 2001 ford windstar.we are the original owners and have performed all routine maintenance on the vehicle.it began making a grinding noise in the back when turning into our driveway which has a slight ridge at the end of it.we had our mechanic check it and he found that the rear axle is cracked half way through.fortunately we found this before it broke while traveling on the highway.i don't know what we are going to do to fix it yet because we can't afford an $1100 repair bill.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while the vehicle was inspected by a local mechanic, the contact was advised that the front sway bar was fractured due to corrosion. The manufacturer was contact but denied assistance with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 121,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While reversing at approximately 1 mph, there was an explosion on the rear passenger side near the rear tire. In addition, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear passenger side after the tire was repaired. The tire had fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the rear axle had fractured and that the vehicle needed to be towed to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 179,000.
I recently had my windstar front end worked on by a local ford dealer, who was supposed to take care of all recall issues. They did a crappy job of that and now the vehicle is sitting my driveway with the axle snapped in half. Had it towed to my home when it broke on the highway. This is not a safe vehicle and we were very lucky no-one got hurt.
Rear axle snapped on 2001 ford windstar lx van while driving at highway speed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the rear axle fractured.the vehicle was towed to a dealer. The technician verified the failure and stated that the rear axle needed to be replaced.the manufacturer was made aware of the issue.the failure mileage was 129,000.
Most important is the brakes have been changed and checked. On several occasions the brakes have just failed and i would pump them enough just to get in a safe location. Aaa has had to pick me up and when the brakes where checked they were find and the fluid full. Also the rear just fell but i had that repaired by a local reputable shop on candler rd, decatur/ there is a residue all around where i put the gas in. I've had the same mechanic for almost 30 years and he says the anti-lock brakes may be faulty. The brake and engine light will not go out even when repairs are made according to the codes that come up. The scariest time was when i was driving on university ave in atlanta and the car would not stop at the light at a normally busy intersection. I began blowing the horn and thank goodness no one was ahead of me. Aaa took their sweet time coming and by the time they got there the pedal was back up but i had them to tow me home anyways. My mechanic checked it and all was find but he was concerned and so was i. I did not contact ford but it has happened again as i started it yesterday morning and the brakes were on the floor. This is just too dangerous. I told my mechanic not to come check it before contacting ford.
Our rear axle has sheared in half three times. The third time (after they admitted a recall) we were 40 miles from home when it broke, ford told us there was nothing they could do since it was a saturday. We were forced to drive it home on the interstate, as a family of 6 in a town with no rental places we had no choice. Ford put their "patch kit" on my recalled axle last year, and it failed. Now they have given me a 1992 sable as a rental while my van is in the shop. My family can't fit in it, and my children can't even fasten their seatbelts in it, and one of my children has to sit in the front seat with the airbag. They told me there's nothing they can do. My subframe is under recall, as well as the control arms and body mounts. Fords fix for this is to patch them like they did my axle, which broke. Now i am stuck with a ticking time bomb and four children. Fords bandaids for these devestating failures only buys them a few months time, and puts lives at risk. My front end clicks when i turn, my tires rubbed all the way home on the broken axle, the transmission leaks horribly, the undercarriage is rusted and rotted beyond repair, and all these admitted faulty parts are being patched and sent out the door. I dont feel safe driving my kids around in this! and im being told my choices are buy a new van at my expense, or drive this one and take a chance!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the rear axle failed and became fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the driver's side rear axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000.updated 9/5/13updated 09/13/2013
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at approximately 10 mph, there were two loud pops coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and observed that the rear axle beam fractured. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where it was not diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 210,000. The vin was unavailable.
Today returning home from wisconsin me and my family was almost killed, it was a 4 hr drive of tollways of speeds of 65-70, when we were coming to a rural stop( thank god) when we heard a loud thud and smoke, lost control of van, pulled van to shoulder where upon examination of van seen rearaxle split in half...thank god we just got off tollway- of 70 mph driving, had 2 kids in car, and my brother, stranded miles from home....all these vehicles should be taking off the roads b4 more people are hurt or killed i am still upset over the incident of cheating death, and hope this don't happen to any body else...
I currently keep getting grunting/popping/moaning noise from the front suspension when turning-braking-starting to move car forward. Already replaced the sway bar links and bushings but the noise still comes and goes.also my brake-&-abs lights comes on and off for no reason. And the locks on the doors work when they want too.just had inspection done again 3 weeks ago but they can not find the problems. Talk with ford about the noise to try to find out if there is any danger of a crash because of this and i keep getting the run around.
Ford=fix or repair daily!!!!!!!!!!! i am writing to try and get ford to do the right thing. My mother's ex-husband told me to never buy a ford and i did not listen. I bought a windstar 2001.i took it in for the recall on the axle. They inspected and told me it was fine. I was unaware that they did anything to it.three weeks ago, i was driving home from the gym when my car started sounding odd. I... Pulled over and noticed my tires were leaning in. My axle had snapped. I called the ford dealership andthey said they would indeed fix it due to the recall. I had it towed to the dealership in taylor.that next monday was memorial day so i did not hear anything from them until they called on tuesday and stated they will not fix it because they had placed brackets on it 2 year ago. Theysaid they had complied with the recall and they were not responsible for this repair.what i do not understand is how they believe this is acceptable. If ford had fixed the problem in the first place this would not have been an issue. I could have been driving on the freeway or my kids could have been in the car. I have contacted ford and asked for them to reconsider this tono avail.thank you
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the axle had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000.
Noticed that my front tires are worn out a lot in the inner edges. Took it for wheel alignment on dec 22, 2011. Pep boys auto shop in arizona avenue, chandler, az refused to do it saying that rear axel is bent. So it is not safe. I also took it to ford dealership at 7300 w. Orchid lane, az, 85226 (ph 480 940 4442) for "speed control system modification" recall. Service advisor [xxx] visually confirmed that wheels are bent outwardly.i am concerned for the safety of my family and me, and want this issueaddressed. Thanks.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The recall 10s13 rear axle inspection and repair was performed on my car in 2011. Ford dealer inspected, cleaned and painted areas of rear axle recommended by ford. They installed additional support parts. Now rear axle rusted thru where work was done during recall work. It is safety concern. Ford's temporary fix does not work as permanent fix. When i called ford regarding this problem, they say that the recall work warranty 12 months only.
From one year back i was hearing a noise from rear axle of my windstar. Finally, at december, the axle broke at 25mph. This is very dangerous because it can cause the death of someone. Please help people of puerto rico , we are american citizen too.
Advised by ford dealership service manager that the front subframe assemblies on both sides are cracked and severely rusted.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 mph, an unknown part on the vehicle fractured causing the rear driver side tire to cave. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the body mount split in the middle from rust and knocked off the shock. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 136,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle emitted a loud abnormal noise from the rear driver side. The contact discovered that the rear driver side tire was angled at 90 degrees towards the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact previously received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension). When the vehicle was brought to the dealer to be repaired under the recall, the mechanic stated that the repair was not necessary. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 209,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a recall related to the lower control arm. The contact stated that the repair for the lower control arm was completed; however, the subframe was rusted. The rust was within the connection between the control arm and the subframe. The dealer determined that the rust was part of the recall repair that was completed. The recall information was not provided. The failure mileage was 140,000.
Report receipt date: aug 26, 2010 nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 ford's recall no. Is 10s13. This vehicle (vin#: [xxx]) had the recall performed back in 2001 for the rear axle. On 12/1/2014, my girlfriend brought to my attention that the left rear tire of the vehicle was leaning in towards the inner fender, come to find out, the axle has now failed and cracked after the recall was performed, and both the ford dealer i took the van to, and also ford corporate will not repair or replace the axle, stating that the recall was only good for 12 months, or 12,000 miles. Upon doing some research online, there has been multiple ford windstar owners who have had similar problems, and with no help from ford to resolve this issue. (found this forum online where owners have had similar problems as i am: http://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-t554_ds514052).i feel that it's not fair that these axles are failing after a recall, and ford is not doing anything to further fix this issue. I'm bringing this to your attention, because i feel a recall should fix the problem, not postpone a known failure. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).updated 1/19/2016
The same part indicated in recall is bad, my van needs fix. The recall doesn't cover my part or repair because my vin isn't showing any recalls. When the same problem happened to me indicated in the recall. Is there anything i can do?
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 51 mph, the contact noticed a burning odor entering the vehicle. In addition, the contact and passengers heads was hitting towards the windows. The contact stated that the rear driver side tire was bent in and noticed that the axle was fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was holes and cracks in axle causing the axle to be fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact contacted evansville ford 428 n union rd, evansville, wi 53536 where they informed the contact that they were aware of the hole and cracks but unable to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact mentioned that a year ago that the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
Abs and brake lights keep coming on and off.also have shaking in suspension front and back.dealer conducted the back axle repair but the vehicle still has a little shake with new tires and front end alignment.
While driving the van, the rear axle broke after going over a minor dip in the road from frost heaving. The safety recall had been completed by the local ford dealership. Although the reinforcements were applied, and axle inspection completed by ford certified mechanics the axle broke where the reinforcements were installed. Fords engineered fix has apparently only bought time for the next set of axle problems. I attempted to have the costs incurred for the axle replacement reimbursed to no avail. This is a concern because there are other windstar owners who unknowingly driving vehicles that they believe are safe ,because this inadequate recall hasbeen completed.
While drivingthere is a loud grinding noise when making a sharp turn or when there is cold weather. Please provide any further information.
We wish to be contacted and have multiple issues to report. (1) odi request for information regarding engineering analysis ea10-007sub frame and (2) issues of compliance with safety recall procedures and what we believe to be fraudulent andillegal actions. Space is inadequate but will try to summarize. Vehicle subframe failed at both passenger and driver side rear mounts and thereby caused separation of the steering components and complete loss of steering, loss of brakes, and loss of transmission control. The owner used the only means available to stop the vehicle by turning off the ignition key and 'riding it out.'subframe components and the engine/transmission had been in contact with pavement. Large portions of the subframe appear to be missing from the vehicle. The exhaust system was severed. The transmission linkage pulled away and as stated the steering components separated. What is believed to be the air bag cable became wrapped around the steering components. Vehicle was towed to a dealership which refuses to inspect, disclose, photograph, or allow to be photographed the massive damage while declaring the vehicle "repairable" and the "repairs have to be done." at issue are declarations that under the recall that "responsibility" rests with the owner and a "right to deny coverage." a demand that repairs be scheduled or the vehicle be towed from the car lot with a demand that a document be signed which amounts to a release and complete misrepresentation of the facts. The dealership has been told that we will lend no truth or validity to their forceful and manipulative demands, nor will we sign any document. It is our intent to destroy the vehicle. We have incurred multiple out of pocket expenses. In essence fraud and illegal acts, under the color of federal law are alleged. We desire to submit a written statement and request for investigation.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the subframe detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that the subframe was corroded. The vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v194000 (suspension). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated no further repair would be provided. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.
Ford windstar01 recall on rear axle cracking
I was turning a corner and heard a loud bag, as if metal has snapped. I took the car to my ford dealer who said that the font subframe where the sway bar was attached had rusted through and that the sway bar was now not attached to the subframe and was banging. Ford has fixed the frame on two different rust recalls under "recall 11s16", but said this was not covered and would cost $2085.75 for the subframe plus labor and hardware. I asked if the car was safe to drive and received a non specific answer! if ford windstar has this much problem with there frame rusting why is this not covered??
My 2001 windstar was recalled for a issue with the rear axle beam.ford installed a patch on the bean made to reinforce the area which rust in high salt states.1 week ago the axle broke under that patch and as you can see it is now in two pieces,after contacting ford i was told the patch was only warranted for two years and there is no way ford can help.it is my belief if you recall a part and the repair fails then it should be repaired again or replaced.i am always hearing commercials reporting we warranty our repairs for the life of the vehicle.ford is obviously not the one making that claim.i was fortunate we were pulling into a parking lot when it broke and nobody was hurt.i am fixing it myself because i cant afford the $1000 repair bill.i was told by a ford representative to save my recite and if there is another recall i can get reimbursed.i wonder how they will reimburse me for my time.
I heard loud clunking sounds in the front that were more pronounced when i went over bumps. The sway bar has broken off from the front sub-frame passenger side of the car. The dealer said the sub-frame is so rusted that the only way to reattach the sway bar is to replace the entire front sub-frame at a cost of $3,500. It is not covered under previous recalls, since the prior 2 recalls in 2010 and 2011 only specifically covered the rear axle and the separation of the front lower control arms attaching brackets and body mount attachments at the rear of the front sub-frame. This problem is so similar to the jan. 2011 recall w/a part breaking off from a rusted sub-frame. It's the corrosion of the sub-frame that is at the root of these problems. They should have just replaced the sub-frame at that time instead of doing a patch job w/ brackets. The dealer deemed my car unsafe to drive, as i won't have control of my car on quick turns or be able to make fast maneuvers in the event of an accident or to avoid potential accidents. Another risk is that my engine may fall out the bottom of my car while driving (which i see has happened to others with my same problem), endangering my family and others on the road. I plan on parking this car in my driveway and waiting for ford to be forced to recall these vehicles.in the meantime, if any of you have a similar problem, please report them to ford corporation and the nhtsa, so what i believe to be an inevitable recall will be expedited.even the ford customer service rep encouraged me to file a report with the nhtsa because she has gotten calls with other similar complaints.she was very sympathetic to my situation but said there is nothing she can do until enough complaints get filed with the nhtsa so they open an investigation. What happened to companies wanting to help their customers w/o being forced by a governmental agency?!
Rear axle needed to be replaced, due to rust corrosion from road salt. There was apparently a recall on this that also failed. The axle was about to break in half.
I have a 2001 ford windstar.in december 2009 my rear axle snapped in half while driving at about 30 - 40 mph.no injuries occurred.repairs cost about $600 (in addition to a car rental cost of $250) as this occurred about 2 hours from my home.i called my ford dealer and they claimed to have no knowledge of similar problems with ford windstars, however, i read today that the nhtsa is investigating this very problem.at the time of the repair the garage doing the work indicated that "ford windstars are notorious for this problem"it was the second axle replacement he had done on a ford windstar in a week.please add my name/experience to the list of complaints related to this problem.if it is determined that a recall is in order i would appreciate the opportunity to recoup part/all of my expenses associated with this problem ($850).thank you very much and if you have any questions or need further information please feel free to contact me.
Upon replacing shocks and struts on my 2001 ford windstar my mechanic noticed a crack on axel took it in to local dealership to verify sure enough crack had me set up with enterprise to receive small loaner of a family of 6 sadneed bigger vehicle ford not budging will wait for rep to further pursue.. Ford saying approx. 2mths before repair... Sad situation all around i wish i would never bought this vehicle expect more problems after sitting for two months.
2001 ford windstar rear axel cracked while driving on the city streets . I see recalls for other similar vehicles for the same problem.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. After the vehicle was inspected under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension), the technician stated that the rear axle was cracked and needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the failure occurred after the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired due to the technician stating that the original recall repair was performed properly. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a scheduled maintenance and was informed by the mechanic that the rear axle was severely rusted and needed replacement. The contact also stated that a recall notification was received for nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) and that the vehicle was repaired for the same failure previously. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000.
I was on my way home from work, when my van started to shake and sound like i had a flat tire. I got out of the van and looked no flat. When i made it home i noticed that the back tire was leaning at an angle. I checked my lug nuts but they were tight. I looked under the van and seen that the axle brace was broken. I called ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673 they told me that the recall on the rear axle was fixed in 2010 and it didn't matter that it was the same problem they were not helping. This problem could have caused an accident. If there is a recall shouldn't it stay in effect untilthe problem is completely fixed no matter how many times it takes to correct the problem? when i asked if it had caused an accident if it would have been covered then they said no!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the right front passenger wheel assembly was corroded and rusted from the frame which caused the wheel to fall off. The vehicle was repaired at a local repair shop. The dealer stated that there were no related recalls. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 87,160.
While pulling out of my driveway, the rear axle on my ford windstar snapped in half. Clean break with both rear tires holding up the rear of the car.
Ford=fix or repair daily!!!!!!!!!!! i am writing to try and get ford to do the right thing. My mother's ex-husband told me to never buy a ford and i did not listen. I bought a windstar 2001. I took it in for the recall on the axle. They inspected and told me it was fine. I was unaware that they did anything to it.three weeks ago, i was driving home from the gym when my car started sounding odd. I... Pulled over and noticed my tires were leaning in. My axle had snapped. I called the ford dealership and they said they would indeed fix it due to the recall. I had it towed to the dealership in taylor. That next monday was memorial day so i did not hear anything from them until they called on tuesday and stated they will not fix it because they had placed brackets on it 2 year ago. They said they had complied with the recall and they were not responsible for this repair.what i do not understand is how they believe this is acceptable. If ford had fixed the problem in the first place this would not have been an issue. I could have been driving on the freeway or my kids could have been in the car. I have contacted ford and asked for them to reconsider this to no avail.thank you.
2001 ford windstar rear axle failure.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that she contacted the manufacturer regarding nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension) and stated that the vin was not included. The contact also mentioned that the rear axle on the vehicle was cracked, corroded and would make loud banging noises when driving at various speeds. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 122,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While backing out of the driveway, the rear passenger wheel suddenly buckled inward. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was due to severe rusting and corrosion of the axle, which caused the brackets to also separate. The vehicle was towed to schicker ford in st. Louis, missouri where it was diagnosed that the axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 196,000.
My daughter was driving the windstar at approximately 20 mph when she heard a noise and felt something break and she was unable to steer the vehicle and she was able to get the vehicle stopped. She exited the vehicle to see if she could see what the problem was. She noticed both front wheels were pointing in different directions.this vehicle was recalled in 2011 to have brackets placed to support the subframe.the vehicle was towed to a local garage. Upon inspection it was determined that the passengers side lower control arm had pulled out of the subframe.
Rear axle snapped while driving, recall repair was done less than 5 years ago (10/2015).ford will not fix it.an axle should last the life of the vehicle, not just 4 1/2years.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving various speeds, the rear driver side axle fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the axle fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin and failure mileage were unknown.
Our van has been in the garage since sept. 2010 waiting on the replacement part for the axle recall, and now the front sub frames might also need to be replaced. I think both parts should be replaced while the dealers have everybody's vehicle. .i don't really want to get our van out of the garage just to turn around and put it back in. But i will if i have to because i think that ford should replace the ones that need it, before there is more accident and injuries. ///it would also be cheaper to them to fix the problem than to buy everyone's vehicle from them. We've had enough recalls on these. Let's just get them fixed right and get it over with.
Took in for a recall on subframe put on support brackets. Went to get it inspected. Subframe is rotted out. I was told another recall was done for those in cold weather climates. Ford recall computer is down.the consumer was informed the vehicle was unsafe to drive, as the frame was structurally unsound. No was willing to fix the other problems with the vehicle, due to the rusted out frame.updated 05/12/14
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact experienced a failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.
One week prior to a scheduled vacation (900 mile south) we askedmechanic to check the rear axle because of the previous repair for the recall. Brackets installed 4/12/2011 by haldeman ford in allentown, pa for the recall 10s13 were in place per our mechanic. Several serious cracks and rust around the brackets were found in the axle during this inspection and pictures were taken.haldeman ford agreed that the axle needed to be replaced based on severe damage and rust, sent pictures to ford motor company,for approval of replacement of the rear axle under the recall. Ford engineers examine the pictures sent by haldeman ford denied the repair. Ford motor co. Said " the brackets did what they were supposed to do". Haldeman ford was surprised that the repair work was denied called sara at ford's customer relation center who indicated that their policy was that the ford engineers determination was final.mananger told us:ford's policy was that the repair was done per required by the recall 10s13 and that there was a 1 year warranty on the repair and it is passed the warranty period andagain denied the repair request. We were never told of a one year warranty. (i have the original copy of the ford "repair order details" with no "small print" or otherwise regarding the warranty).haldeman ford stated they was unaware of a 1 yr. Warranty. Had rear axle replaced for the cost of $918 forvacation 2 days later.please investigatei would appreciate any assistance you could provide with securing payment for the repair that ford was responsible for.never received a "recall notice" from ford motor despite being the only owner of the windstar (was a demo vehicle) living at same address.when we first took it to haldeman ford about the recall, they said they didn't know anything about the recall and would not repair it until they were notified.
Took ford windstar van 2001 in for brake inspection back on march 31,2014 was shown picture of rear axle that was cracked in half but had the ford manufactured bracket installed as a fix to the recalled axle ( which i was not told about when we purchased the used van from the dealership).on march 31, 2014 my mechanic told me he would not go on the expressway with it. Today, 7/30/14 i was driving with my children in the van and i heard a terrible noise coming from rear of the van. I slowed down and drove home. When i got out of the van at home both of my rear tires were leaning inwards and upon further inspection looked under the van and saw the axle completely cracked in half with a good half an inch wide crack through the axle. When the mechanic took picture back in march the crack was a hairline crack. Please let everyone be aware of this life threatening situation. If you drive a ford windstar that has been recalled and fixed with a bracket for the rear axle do not get behind the wheel it is a death trap!!!!!!!!!!!!
I came up to a stop sign, the entire front axle broke off the frame, i lost steering, brakes, had to slam it into park to stop. I ended up across the road. There was a recall in 2011 for the axle mount and ford decided it only needed a coating on it, 5 seconds later we would of been on the highway and killed.i emailed ford and they said the recall was still open, the ford dealer never closed it, so they won't help me. That is bull, the coated it and forgot to close it out, thats their fault, i can take pics if you want them.
This vehicle has been ruining every front tire put on it ever since the recall front subframe work was done on it by ford in 9/2011 and it has been through 2 sets of front tires in the last 4,500 miles since the work was done.ford does not acknowledge any responsibility and the last dealer who looked at it told me i needed tires.no kidding.the last time i took it to firestone to get tires, they told me they wouldn't touch it and that i needed to take it to a body shop; the specs were so off.the dealer that did the original work redocumented the car's problems 3 times but the manufacturer refused to buy it back and they did the work on it the best they could and this is what i am left with: an unsafe vehicle.i had a blow out on interstate 95 on christmas eve that could have taken my life and another blow out since then at a slower speed (thank god!)i need help nailing ford to the wall on this and making them be responsible for risking my safety and i am sure that i am not the only one.i wonder if other people have been hurt or lost their lives over this??over a few dollars??ford needs to be made to admit they did not protect their customers properly.i wonder if it all comes down to avoiding liability for people that have been injured.please help me.
I am not a mechanic but will attempt to relay my best interpretation of what i believe happened. While my wife was driving a total loss of steering occurred.very luckily she was not on a major highway travelling at high speed or in the process of navigating a turn.after inspection by our mechanic it was determined that the cradle that supports the front suspension fractured.this occurred on the front passenger side of the vehicle and the front axle connected to passenger side wheel was then disconnected from the transmission this was either caused by lower control arm disconnected or the vice/versa.the vehicle lost the ability to turn and luckily there was nobody tailgating as she was forced to park the vehicle stranded in the middle of the road.it is my opinion that an existing open defect investigation,pe10026 , is an exact match to the problem encountered.i tried to resolve with ford but at this time they do not consider the 100+ instances of this occurring as sufficient cause to warrant a recall and i guess that over the next year or two as this component of the vehicle continues to age we will see more incidents like this.i just had the vehicle serviced and my mechanic knew to check for the rear axle failure but had there been proper notification already in place they may have been able to check for this defect before the vehicle was put back on the road at risk of human life.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, there was a whistling sound coming from the passenger side. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven. While driving approximately 30 mph over a man hole cover, the vehicle jerked to the left and right. The failure recurred on several occasions while driving at various speeds when the vehicle drove over any type of bumps, cracks, and man hole covers on the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.ma 10/16/15
Driving the vehicle became uncomfortable at both low and high speed; therefore, i started investigating to try to identify the cause.1st i found one of the rear shocks was very bouncy, the rear tires were not straight and both rear tires were wearing on the inside.replaced both rear shocks.that didn't solve the problem and the rear tires were still not straight.next i went to mike naughton ford dealership and talked with a service representative about the problem and asked if there was a recall.the technician said that i needed to bring the vehicle in for an alignment and have the rear cambers shimmied so that the wheels would be straight at a estimate cost of $200.00, that there were no recalls to have this work done.last night (10-13-2013), i jacked the vehicle up to look under to see how difficult it would be to perform the work myself.i decided that i would take the vehicle to ford and pay them to do the work.i was jacking the vehicle up to remove the jack stance and both tires fell almost to the floor.i look under the vehicle to identify what happened and found the axle housing bent/broken in half.it appears that it has been cracked/broken for some time because the initial break was rusty.have not been able to follow-up with the ford dealer yet - i believe that the service department might be closed today (columbus day) because i haven't been able to reach anyone by phone.
I was driving back to home and the windstarget out of control and finally i stop the minivani was scared.
The bracket that holds the passenger side front suspension lower armto the subframe failed while driving the car.this bracket that holds this arm to the subframe was completed corroded away, causing the failure.all that is left on the subframe is corrosion and weld marks.the arm is completely disconnected from the subframe.without this lower arm, the wheel on the passenger side, toed out and had negative camber which popped out the drive shaft from the transmission.fortunately, this happened at a low speed, 10 mph and there were no injuries.at a higher speed, i speculate that this was a very dangerous condition since the vehicle pulled very hard to the right and you didn't have adequate control over the steering.i have talked to a ford representative and he indicated that they had no information on this type of failure, and that there isn't any recall.i understand that your department is looking into it.
Due to dust it has a sever damages in front arms, it becomes dangerous and engine will fall down at any time wile runing.i already looked for recalls by the vin numbers at the following aplies:nhtsa recall number: opens 10v385000 manufacturer recall number: 10s13nhtsa recall number: opens 11v030000 manufacturer recall number: 11s16i need your help to know what are the steps i sould follow up to fixmy windstar.
My axel broke on my 2001 ford windstar and i almost got killed on a highway. I had to pull on narrow shoulder lane. I had it towed and had to pay 625. To have it fixed. I just read this week they are investigating and their is class action suit about these axles how do i get recall info and report this?
The lower control a-arm on the passenger side broke loose from the frame causing the van to dropto the ground. This luckly happened when i just pulled into a parking spot in front of a wendy's.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph and making a right turn, a loud abnormal thump noise emitted from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road where the contact noticed that the left rear wheel was tilted inward. The contact mentioned that the vehicle had recently been repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension).the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rear axle needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 12v194000 (suspension). The contact noticed corrosion in the engine cradle and sway bar mounting after the recall repair was performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
The vehicle pulled to the left, the vehicle was in the repair shop for suspension problems on 3 occasions.
We left the house and was driving and the van felt like it was sliding back and forth. I stopped and checked and the back wheel was setting crooked. I checked the lugs and the were tight. We turned around went back home. I looked under it and found the axle cracked and broke. We called ford and they had a recall on that but said they were no longer repairing them.
Vehicle is no longer drivable & is sitting at a ford dealership service lot.incident occurred on tuesday, january 25, 2011 at approximately 4:30pm. Vehicle front subframe cracked and passenger side tire separated from car while driving resulting in loss of control of vehicle. Car would not steer or move, could not be pushed out of traffic.
I was driving down the road and there was a loud snap and grinding sound from the rear of the car. Both rear wheels were at an approximate 20 degree angle off center.
I was driving at 35mph when i heard a loud boom and my windstar careened wildly back and forth and felt like i had slammed on the brakes. The windstar could not even be driven to the shoulder. The tow truck driver said the subframe was broken and possibly the tie rods had broken as well. The front wheels were pointed outward in opposite directions.
Government has never answered odo 10252007 (life threatening ford 2001 windstar axle defect.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, she noticed smoke emitting from the vehicle as the vehicle became difficult to maneuver.the contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the rear tires were awkwardly turned outward. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the rear axle was fractured. The contact was informed of a recall for the failure under nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the recall had been performed on the vehicle more than a year prior to the recent failure. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure and current mileage was 136,000.
Ford axle recall in certain states. I took my vehicle to the ford dealership approximmently 5 months ago. They said brackets were ok. Axle broke 08/26/2019 mileage on vehicle 100607. Vehicle was in motion, van almost flip. Tires are angled out and ruined.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle became fractured. The contact was able to stop the vehicle without incident. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 12v195000 (suspension) for the rear axle, but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. The failure and the current mileage was 190,000.
While backing out of my driveway the subframe fell out of my vehicle causing the throttle body to open all the way dropped out of reverse and went into drive lost steering ,lost brakes jammed vehicle into park to stop 1 foot from telephone pole. Had vehicle towed to ford took 1 week to here anything from them ,was told i could not have a rental or loaner vehicle while they had my car. Called ford customer service line was told i could only get rental car for 1 day for subframe and 1 day for rear axle recall , as of 7/14 2014 was told i would maybe have my vehicle back by next week after ford evaluated my car for repairs. I did not receive a phone call from ford dealer until 7/14/2014.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While drivingapproximately 60 mph the contact noticed a slight shaking in the steering wheel. The contact stopped the vehicle at a gasoline station and noticed the rear drivers side tire was slanted inward. The contact inspected the vehicle and also noticed the rear axle had fractured. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technicians stated the rear axle fractured due to corrosion and had to be replaced. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vin was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
On my 2001 ford windstar ford installed these brackets on rear suspension subframe and almost 2 years later my axle has split from one side all the way around to the other and any tiny bump you hit the van jumps all over the roadway. They won't repair the axle because the "brackets " were installed "properly".
Takata recall, due to rust the sway bar bracket has broke from subframe. Didn't know it until i got it looked at for an alignment issue.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the rear suspension collapsed and caused the drivers side rear tire to blowout. The contact was able to drive to his residence where the vehicle was later towed to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired nor was the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure and current mileage was 201,000. The vin was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, the rear end of the vehicle began swaying. The contact noticed that the two rear tires were facing inwards. The contact maneuvered to the emergency lane and shut off the vehicle. The contact discovered that the rear axle was cracked. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension) the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
Had the 2011 rear axle recall performed by ford in 2011.they inspected the rear axle and installed the support brackets.now my rear axle is cracked.i contacted the dealership where i had the recall performed who confirmed they had performed the recall but denied any further responsibility and told me to contact ford.i have contacted ford and spoke with both a customer service rep and her supervisor who both advised ford is only responsible for the first 12 months or 12,000 miles since the recall was performed.i feel the repair was not sufficient to prevent additional cracking of the axle and they should fix/replace the axle.
Cpsc#i1360214a. 2001 ford windstar. Consumer stated she took her car in for a recall on the axle and was told everything was fine. Three weeks later she was driving and the car started sounding odd. Consumer pulled over an her tire was leaning in, because the axle had snapped. *lnthe dealer informed the consumer they would not repair the vehicle under the recall, because they placed on brackets on the axle, two years prior. The dealer stated they had complied with the recall.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the dealer (gurley leep ford lincoln, 320 e ireland rd, south bend, in 46614, (574) 291-6910) indicated that they serviced an unknown recall from the manufacturer for the reinforcement brackets and that they had not been required to provide any additional repairs. The dealer replaced the rear axles due to the reinforcement brackets fracturing while the vehicle was being driven below 25 mph. The dealer stated that they were not required by the manufacturer to reinstall reinforcement brackets. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested replacing the same oem rear axles. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was not available. Consumer stated i feel the rear axles fail even with the recall brackets on, so i feel ford should pay for the bill. The tires went bad and out when this happened. The recall did not work and put new recall parts on new axles. Updated 10/16/18
The rear axle is brokenduring drive to 45 mphwith my family.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at approximately 30 mph, the front passenger tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the axle and the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Driving under 30 mph and noticed a strange sound pulled off the street and inspected rear drivers tire was leaning and discovered rear axle was broken
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at any speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound. The contact took the vehicle to a service station and the mechanic stated that the abnormal noise was an axle issue. The vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension). The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Front sub-frame badly rusted and sway bar welded mounts on the sub-frame have rusted and broken in half causing poor steering control and excessive body roll.as a note, this vehicle was rustproofed when new and inspected over the life of the vehicle each year.also, ford has inspected the front sub-frame in january of 2011 on a recall and it appears did not find a problem with the sub-frame in this area.given the severity of the rust it would appear the problem existed at the time of inspection.
While traveling at 60 m.p.h. , the rear axle broke on the right side of the vehicle where the axle is welded, recall number 10s13 was completed on the vehicle, where they installed the support brackets so the axle wouldn't break, the axle broke an inch away from where the support bracket was installed, there wasn't an accident with the vehicle and no one was hurt, but this could have easily been an accident,
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) and was taken to the dealer for repair. After the vehicle was repaired, the contact heard a grinding and a cracking sound in the front end of the vehicle while driving approximately 65 mph. The vehicle would also shake vigorously and the steering wheel began to turn on its own forcefully. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
Rear axle cracked in half causing further damage to the van.
Just 18-months after the ford windstar safety recall repairs were completed, the front sub-frame of my 2001 ford windstar cracked resulting in loss of stability.the vehicle was taken to the ford dealership in midland michigan.it was deemed unsafe to drive by the ford dealership service manager and repair technician.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, a burning rubber smell came from the rear of the vehicle. The contact moved off the roadway to examine the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side tire was rubbing against the wheel well. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who stated that the rear axle was broken. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 12v194000 (suspension) but was told by the dealer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Rear axle snapped while driving on normal roads.
Rear axle broke when driving slowly pulling into our driveway on street.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at approximately 45 mph and making a left turn, there was an abnormal sound. The rear axle fractured and the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2001 ford windstar with a cracked rear axle. No letter has been received to address this matter.our van made creaking noises and we had heard through the media that a recall was beginning.the dealership and the ford customer relations dept. Will not give us a definite answer as to when we can expect a resolution.we were given a 30 day rental and 14 days have passed and no answers.we are given $30 a day for a rental car by ford but must pay taxes totaling $3.30 a day.the voucher is $38 daily with $8 used for insurance if needed.we pay through our private insurance company for such coverage.why cannot ford use the additional $8 a day to cover our taxes?the explanation for the recall was to be no expense to the owner for correcting the problem.we did not create this problem and bought our van in good faith of the ford motor co. Reputation.this certainly doesn't make for good customer relations.no definite deadline for repairs and giving up the van to use a 4 door car has been very inconvenient.i am requesting a deadline be established and for ford to use the additional $8 we are not using but was allocated for coverage of this problem to be covered for those customers who already have insurance for rental cars under their private insurance carrier.
While driving the car doing about 15mph i noticed a smell like burning rubber and the tire slantedinwards at the top of rear passanger side. I immediatley pulled over. I was rigjt in front of a auto repair shop who onformed me the rear axle assemble had broken. I had just left my home so i was no mre than four blpcks from home when the incident occured.
While driving this vehicle the rear axle broke; there is a recall on this vehicle due to corrosion of the rear axle and possibly break.in 2011 this vehicle was taken in for recall repairs on the rear axle. There was approximately 99000 miles on it. The repairs performed were as follows:they sprayed anti corrosion on the axle and put two support brackets on the axle. The rear axle cracked under the bracket. I believe the bracket may have trapped more water and salt and made it worse.the bracket did not support the axle at all.the axle fell to the ground as if there was no bracket at all.the vehicle currently has 139000 miles on it.i feel ford should take full responsibility for the cost of the repair of the rear axle. This is my daughters family van.her and her husband, along with their two young daughters,drive all over the country in this vehicle. By the grace of god nobody was hurt in this vehicle.how can ford be held responsible for this?
The rear suspension had been making noise for a few days. Visual inspection didn't show anything obvious. Backing out of the driveway the rear axel snapped in half approximately 18 inches from the drivers side tire.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While attempting to park, the rear driver side axle fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the axle was fractured and needed replacement or welding. The axle was welded. A year earlier, the rear passenger side axle fractured and was welded. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 192,000.
I bought this car used 1 yr and 8 months ago .. Haven't had any major problems with it.we received the recall for the rear axle, they checked it out was fine, we never received this last recall in 2011 but it may have helped if we did. On dec 2 i was pulling out of a school, was at a complete stop then started pulling out to take a right only going about 5 mph we heard a bang (something fell in the front end) then the car just took over, there was no steering, the throttle stuck took us from 5 mph to about 30 mph in like 3 seconds crossing 4 lanes of traffic and just missing 2 vehicles, i crashed into a sign, 2 fences and a tree which made us stop, there was this awful sound that was getting faster and faster, we jumped out of the car because we thought it was going to blow up!!!everything that is in the front end is laying on the ground!! this is very dangerous and i am outraged that something like this could happen.if my husband and i hadn't gone anywhere that night, i would have had my 3 small children in it the next morning!!i am so thankful that we were not hurt (except for emotionally) and that we also didn't hurt anyone else .. If those cars were 1 second earlier we would have smashed into those cars that were going about 50 mph .. Wouldn't have a been a very good outcome!!! now waiting to see what will happen with the van, if it is fixed i will not get in it ever again!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at an unknown speed, the driver heard a noise coming from the rear driver's side tire. The contact coasted the vehicle into a parking lot and noticed that the rear driver's side axle had detached without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 280,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving 10 mph she heard an abnormal crackling sound, followed by a loud screeching sound. The contact then noticed that the entire rear of the vehicle had dropped to the ground. The contact was able to drive off of the main road where the police informed her that her rear axle had detached from the vehicle and was still in the middle of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was advised of nhtsa campaign number 12v195000 (suspension) however, the vin was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
Rear axel broke.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The contact received a second notification, nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was discovered that the reinforcement brackets that were installed under nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension), were properly installed; however, the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was unable to be repaired under the recall due to the fractured axle. The contact was told that the rear axle would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000. Updated 05/20/16*lj
The rear axle on my 2001 ford windstar broke in half as i was backing up out of a parking spot.i had to have the rear axle replaced.u have heard from many people that this is a common problem with ford windstars.
The subframe in the front had cracked after having the repair/recall done by ford.this is the passenger side, right by the mount to the body.
Yes i contacted ford about the recall on the rear axle they said i dont have a recall on my van but my rear axle just split
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph in snowy conditions, the vehicle began to slide and veer to the left. The contact moved the vehicle to the shoulder to inspect the vehicle and noticed that the front axle had failed and the passenger front tire was leaning inward in the wheel well. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 12v194000 (suspension:front:control arm). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving 20 mph, burning fumes started to emit into the vehicle and the vehicle started to shake violently. The contact stated when the driver inspected the vehicle he noticed the rear driver side tire had blown out. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed the axle had fractured. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but refused to provide any assistance, stating the vehicle had already been repaired under recall nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 35 mph over a bump or pothole in the road, the rear of the vehicle began to sway abnormally from left to right. The contact also stated that the tires sounded as if they were whistling. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the axle needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 132,000.
On 01/06/2011 i took my minivan in for the recall on the axle. They told me it was fine and sent me home. On friday while driving on northline road in southgate michigan, my axle snapped. I took it to the taylor ford and they said it would be fixed by ford. I was told today 05/28/2013that they would not cover the repair due to the fact they put brackets on it in 2011. I was not informed of the fact they put brackets on it in 2011. I was driving a vehicle that was dangerous on the freeway.
A major crack in the rear axle beam was discovered during routine maintenance rendering the vehicle unsafe for use. Ford had a recall to fix this problem, but my vehicle was not included in the recall because the vehicle was not sold in a state that used salt on the roads in winter (i live in florida where there is a lot of salt in the air - all the time!) i believe that all windstars should have been included in the recall because it is obviously a major design flaw and therefore a major safety issue.
The axle was part of recall #11s16. As part of the recall the axle was patched, but the axle is now broken because the "repair" did not correct the structural flaws in the axle.
Recall rear axle cracks.i took my ford 2001 windstar for 3rd recall and learned that i have cracks in my axle.ford dealer and customer services said that the offer f discounted replacement expired on october 30th 2016 where i need to pay full price to fix it. We cannot afford to pay and why is consumer paying for defective parts which was the original recall where deaths occurred?instead of replacing the parts, ford was allowed to put brackets to hold up the axle.the defect is still there and now consumer are driving unsafe and when realized of situation, a substantial cost by the consumer to correct ford's negligence.why it is allow and what can be done for working folks who cannot replace new cars.we took a lot of care of our car so we can have a car.why is ford not responsible to correct their problem at no cost to the consumer?
The back axle broke andmy car get out of control i lookup the recall in your page and call the ford and they check my vin i they said that my car is not in the recall because not all that fabrics have that recall so i made the decision to makethe complaint i am with no car, knowing that recall is here in the nhtsa page.
The subframe is rusting and corroding where the control arm attaches to it. My vehicle will not pass inspection. I have researched this online and have learned that nhtsa is investigating this on the ford windstar.
My wife lost control of vehicle, 2001 windstar, 71,000 miles, right front lower control rod broke loose from engine cradle and she lost control of steering. I had vehicle towed to ford dealership. Subframe rusted out at right lower control rod mounting, vehicle is not driven in winter,do not understand how this could have rusted out and caused a possible catastrophic failure. Subframe has been ordered, estimate for repairs from ford dealer is $2,000.00. I have not contacted ford motor company, it appears that they do not care about this failure judging from other customer complaints for the same failure. If this is caused by water dripping from the ac compressor or a defect in the subframe metal, ford should be assisting in these repairs. I have been a loyal ford customer for 30 years and can not believe they would not help with this type of safety issue.
While driving approximately 20 mph front left side axlebroke.dealer andmanufacturer were contacted. Feel free to provide any further details concerning this matter.
While switching from rear drive to forward drive, big noise was heard. Unable to drive car after due to front wheel suspension break, passenger side. Front suspension was replaced.
The front sub-frame on the right side has severe rusting and corrosion where the sub-frame meets the control arm.i took it in for inspection and was notified by the mechanic that it would not pass without replacement and was not even safe to drive out of his shop.he also said that he was surprised the car passed inspection at the ford dealership last year.thankfully, it was discovered before the sub-frame detached.
I took my 2001 windstar sel into a dealership upon receiving a recall notice for suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly in march of 2011. Our vehicle passed this inspection. At the time our vehicle was at the dealership for this recall notice there was another recall relating to structure: frame and members:underbody shields although we were unaware of this recall. We have not received a recall notice about the second problem to date. The recall was brought to our attention by a friend who watched a news program regarding the recall which prompted a phone call to the dealership that serviced our vehicle in march. His statement was if our vehicle was one of the recalled vehicles and it was just in the service department for another recall the service technician would have addressed the most recent recall also. He asked for our vin which at the time was not available but reassured me both recalls would have been addressed since they were both open recalls. On august 1, 2011 i was driving at 65-70 mph on a freeway when my steering wheel started to jerk and turn counter-clockwise (the last time i looked at the steering wheel the area that encloses the horn was vertical). I thought my right passenger wheel was punctured at first but knew it was more than that within the next few seconds. Something from the van kept hitting the freeway and jerking me around and the back end of the van on three occasions seemed like it was coming off the ground. Once i slowed down enough the safely brake that is exactly what i did wherein the rear end of the vehicle jerked to the left. I exited the vehicle and called 911. Not only did the subframe break due to rust but the axle came apart from the vehicle as did the right arm holding the wheel in place. At this point the dealership where the car was towed to said ford is offering to replace the subframe and have offered to pay for two days for a rental vehicle.
I have a 2001 ford windstar which is showing signs of a sub-frame corrosion failure similar to the one described in investigation pr 10-026.there is a "u-shaped" subframe element which connects to the main frame near the outboard side of both front seats and extends forward around the front of the car. It does appear various suspension and steering members are connected to this sub-frame.the passenger-side end of this sub-frame where it connects to the vehicle frame shows severe rusting and metal delamination and a crack has formed on the end. The driver-side end of this subframe shows normal wear and is not in immediate risk of failure. The corrosion to the passenger-side end is excessive as compared to the driver's side and other frame elements in the vicinity. Something is accelerating the corrosion on the right side. It may be due to the condensate drain from the air-conditioning system.at this time, the sub-frame has not failed but the vehicle represents a significant safety risk since failure-related crashes have been reported. The repair costs are estimated to be in excess of $2000 for frame replacement. I believe that ford should quickly develop and deploy a means of reinforcing the frame member and offer the repair via recall to windstar owners.since the parts are currently still on my vehicle, i can take photographs showing the deterioration of the sub-frame ends.as a side note: my windstar is equipped with the rearseat air-conditioning system. The evaporator is in the rear quarter-panel on the driver's side in the rear or the vehicle. While this affected components do not appear to be a critical part of the vehicle's structure, there is significant corrosion to the parts which are in the path of the condensate drain for the rear a/c system as well.this seems to confirm the belief that a/c condensate run-off is a key factor in the sub-frame corrosion issue.
Failure/braking of the front coil springs.
I own a 2001 ford windstar in the space of less than three weeks, both of my front coil springs have broken and gone through the front tires. Fortunately both times we were traveling at low speeds, but if this had occurred at 65 mph on the interstate, it would almost certainly have resulted in a serious accident. I check the internet for recalls on this , but didn't find any for this model year.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and entering onto the interstate, the subframe from the engine separated from the vehicle. She then lost control of the vehicle and was unable to stop until the vehicle coasted to a stop. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the lower control arm mount had rusted out causing separation of the arm of the axle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj
Consumerhad to replace tires in fewer miles than whattire were warranted for has took vehicle to dealer, mechanic stated needed an alignment. Alignment was done, tire wearwas still occurring. Consumer had taken vehicle back to dealer, mechanicindicatted there was nothing else that could be done. Consumer had notified manufacturer, and representative stated there was nothing else that could be done ifalignment met specs.
The front end of my 2001 ford windstar makes a lot of noise like it is going to fall apart. I'm afraid because my rear axle broke in 2 pieces going 65 mph on the interstate. I'm sure something is going on with my front subframe. How do we get this investigated?
Clunking noise from r/f of vehicle when turning left, and severe pull when accelerating. Found front subframe rusted thru and cracked at passenger side rear mount. Had to replace front subframe.
My husband was backing out of the driveway at work, when the tires were turned inward because of the break in the rear axle. After having it towed my husband bought a rear axle from another vehicle and replaced the broken one.
I own a 2001 ford windstar that i recently had the subframe replaced as it had corroded through on the right side of the subframe.i noticed the failure of it while driving.i heard a loud clunk and then my steering wheel abruptly turned to the right and the front end started vibrating similar to when the front end is out of alignment.i was traveling at a low rate of speed when this occurred and id not result in a crash, but made the vehicle undriveable.
My 2001 ford windstar has a crack in the rear axle.i've read on the internet about several instances of this happening and the axle cracks in two pieces causing at least that the vehicle is not drivable.if this would happen even at moderate highway speeds there could be devastating consequences.so far i don;t see a recall for this defect from ford.the mileage of my ford windstar is 71,000 miles.it seems that the axle is rusted from the inside but my vehicle has been garage kept since it was first purchased.i believe this incident should be recalled for safeties sake.i think all windstars with this axle design should be recalled and have the axle replaced.
Failure of the right lower control arm mounts at the subframe occurred with no warning or prior symptoms. My vehicle is a 2001 ford windstar with approximately 71k miles. My children and i were on a highway on-ramp approaching highway speed when the failure occurred, causing the wheel to swing out from the vehicle and the axle shaft to pull out of the transaxle. The van swayed and bucked with the rear end bouncing up and down off the ground nearly flipping the vehicle. I can't imagine what could have happened four or five seconds later at highway speed. The van was towed to a local service station where it remains about 100 miles from my home. My local dealer was contacted but the service writer said i would need to contact the ford customer relations center who in turn informed me that it was not within ford motor company's guidelines to offer any assistance. Linda, the department supervisor, said that there is nothing she can do, unless the nhtsa issues a recall, because the van is out of warranty and out of the 5 year range they use for making "good relations allowances". I know there has been at least 12 or 13 similar complaints on the nhtsa web sight and others on blogs (ie allworldauto.com ) so i agree with one of your complainants that "this is a severe failure that is premature, not easily detectable, potentially fatal, and will likely occur more frequently as these vehicles age". I too, strongly urge the nhtsa to conduct an engineering investigation regarding this failure.
We own a ford windstar (2000) with 68000 miles, this morning as my wife was leaving for work the right front spring broke cutting through the tire side wall. If this would have happened on the highway there would have been no way to control the van or to safely stop. The spring coil was resting on the tread and the total suspension drop was so low that i had trouble getting the jack under the frame rail.
The mounting ears on the right front subframe (h-frame that all the suspension, steering , and drivetrain) that connects the lower control arm tothe frame rotted off the frame allowing the passenger side tire assy. To swingout from under the vehicle causing a loss of control. Fortunately it happened when turning left at a intersection and not on the freeway. The whole front h frame has to be replaced. The vehicle is an 01 ford windstar with approx. 61,000 miles, always taken good care of and garage kept. Original owner neverany accidents.
2001 ford windstar 280,000 miles ne oh 10-11-10. Right side lower control arm separated from frame.65 mph from left lane crossed 3 lanes rush hour traffic.no warning signs somehow no collision. Axle pulled from transmission.replaced: tire, axle, boots. Frame shop reinforced and straight frame, aligned front end. Repair damaged transmission cooling lines and required replacement.
We had just left the expressway.we pulled into a parking lot and went to turn into a parking space and the shaft which was attached to the wheel connecting it from the frame to the wheel, broke at the point of the factory weld causing the wheels to do the "splits"and pulling out the driveshaft from the transmission.the dealer called the car "totalled" .this car is in great condition except for the metal socket holding the tie rod from the wheel to the frame allowing the drive shaft to be yanked out. This is a factory weld that broke and if it had broken while on the freeway, we could have been killed.ford motor refused to do anything to remedy the situation.
The contact owns a2001 ford windstar.while driving 10 mph and proceeding to a stop sign, the contact experienced a loss of steering control and the front wheels locked.the vehicle was inoperable and there were no warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel.roadside assistance was called to the scene and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer.the technician stated that the failure was related to the lower control arm brackets at the subframe.the vehicle is currently being repaired.the contact was concerned of the safety risk involved.the failure and current mileages were 64,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 1 mph, the contact heard a loud bang and the vehicle would no longer accelerate. Upon examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the front passenger side wheel was pointed in the opposite direction of the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence; it had not been inspected or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 132,000.the consumer stated even before the vehicle was towed the garage, he could see that the bracket that held the lower control arm to the frame had completely broken off the frame. When the control arm lost that attaching point, the wheel was allowed to pull away and also pulled the axle shaft away from the transmission. The subframe and transmission seal had to be replaced.updated evoq 02/15/11
Failure of bracket holding upper control arm to frame on 2001 ford windstar with 58,000 miles on the odometer.failure caused wheels to go their own way causing total lack of control of vehicle.
While driving my 2001 ford windstar on m-20 near remus, mi i heard a loud boom from the front of the vehicle.i pulled off of the road to investigate and found the driver side front coil spring broken.i had to replace the spring and strut assembly on that side.i was told that i should replace the other side as well.both front spring/strut assemblies were replaced at my personal cost.
I was driving a 2001 ford windstar minivan with 154k miles on a rainy night at highway speed on a 3 lane interstate with 5 children aboard. I heard a loud noise from the vehicle and lost all control as the steering and braking wasn't working right.as i tried to get onto the shoulder, it kept swerving toward the left, back into the lanes.when it finally stopped moving, we were sticking out into traffic and i feared we would be hit.the tow truck driver showed me that the right tire wasn't even pointing straight ahead anymore and said that the axel probably broke.the mechanic told me that the frame cracked and in his opinion, he wouldn't recommend fixing the vehicle.the insurance company said theright front lower control arm mount rotted off which pulled out axel and broke tie rod end and so on, due to normal wear and tear.i received zero dollars for my auto claim and my family of seven had to use our 3 seater pickup truck as the family vehicle for months after the incident.i live in a snow belt state and i do not believe that normal wear and tear occurred in a mere 8 years.i have pictures of the vehicle after the incident as well.thank you for the opportunity to provide information for open investigation #pe10-026.my hope is that my story is useful enough to help prevent this same thing from happening to other 2001 ford windstar owners.
When driving at any speed there is vibration in front end of vehicle. Vehicle is at dealership at this time.
While driving on interstate the passenger side front lower control arm broke loose from the frame causing total loss of vehicle control. Van has 60k miles and was well maintained
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at approximate speeds of 55 mph, the sub frame and control arm fractured and fell off of the vehicle. The contact was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and proceeded off of the road. The failure mileage was 82,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while accelerating from a stop, the contact felt as if the vehicle had a flat tire.when he pulled the vehicle over, the front end dropped and he heard the fan striking the metal.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the front passenger side control arm mount rusted from the subframe and the engine cradle.the dealer replaced the engine cradle.the vehicle is still under repair.the current and failure mileages were 44,139. Updated 04/21/08
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 50 mph a loud bang was heard.the vehicle then went out of control; going into a ditch, across the highway, and finally stopping in another ditch.the vehicle was towed to a dealership where it was determined the front control arm rusted away from the vehicle. Updated 04/17/06
2001 ford windstar 70,000 miles, had a minor fender bender took to the dealer for repair, once i received the van back an hour afterthe check engine light came on, called dealer they stated that they needed to reset the codes bring it back when i could. The very next day and every day after that until the final day i called stating the steering wheel seemed odd and i had to slightly turn it to the left to go straight. I again was told that they just needed to realign the steering wheel but not to worry. On the fifth day i called and said i wasn't sure the vehicle was safe to drive because the wheel now had to be turned half way to the left to go straight. Again i was told not to worry just bring it in the next day. 3 minutes later the vehicle stopped and wouldn't move. A tow truck was called and it turns out the control arm that was just replaced fell off!! the dealer informed me it was not their fault due to the fact that the frame was rotted out, something they claim to have never seen.needless to say after hours on the phone with ford and the dealer so far i have gotten no where. So i decided to do some research online and found this site which informed me that there are almost 15 cases of the same thing reported! why does ford think this is not their problem and are they waiting for a fatal accident to do something about this?
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while making a left turn at 10 mph, the contact heard a loud noise.the vehicle was towed to the repair shop and it was discovered that the lower control arm bracket failed and the sub-frame was rusted.the repair would cost $1,000.the vehicle is no longer under warranty.the current and failure mileages were 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to drive or reverse. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the front lower control arm fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact heard a loud noise outside of the vehicle while he was backing out of a parking space and shifting into the "reverse" position. The vehicle suddendly failed to operate in reverse.immediately, the gear shifter was placed into the"drive" position; followed by no power response.the driver turned the engine off and inspected the vehicle. The front passenger wheel was turned outwardly when the right shaft disengaged from the differential. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated that the failure was contributed to the engine cradle which exhibited severe rust and caused the lower control arm to break.the vehicle was repaired for malfunction. The contact had concern of the safety risk involved. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 71,000.
When driving and turning in cold weather the front end makes a very loud noise. The struts where replaced under the 36.000 mile warranty but started making this loud noise again last fall of 2005. I can'tbelieve they keep putting on bad struts there must be some kind of defect.
2001 ford windstar coil spring broke while backing slowly out of driveway.we heard a loud "snap" from the front right tire.upon inspection, we saw the coil spring had cracked in two pieces. Ford windstars had a recall for 1997 and 1998 for this very problem.i believe this should be investigated. May be a recall needed here.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving in a parking lot, a clunking noise was heard. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front coil springsfractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.
I was driving downtown to pick up pizza for my family, as i braked for a stop sign and came to a stopi heard a loudnoiseand experienced a very hard shaking from the front of the van as if i had been hit by something. After investigating and finding no visible damageo vehicle i drove home slowly. After traveling approximately a mile or so i began to smell something hot. As i began to pull over to the edge of the road i saw smoke,and then i experienced a blowout of the left front tire and the left front sideof the vehicle dropped towards the ground. Prior to this event i had no problem with thevehicle and heard no noises related to this. I am now having the vehicle transported to the local ford garage ,where they are going to replace the front springs,and assess for any other damage caused by this incident.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving in reverse out of the drive way the front coil spring broke in half. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The manufacturer will be contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failureand the current mileage was 68,000.
Dt:the consumer states the front coil spring on his vehicle broke puncturing the tire on the left hand side.the service dealer states there are no parts available to have this repaired. There is a recall for this component, but the contacts vehicle does not fall under the recall campaign.
2001 ford windstar spring broke and tore through the tire on the vehicle.*mr a recall was issued but not for the consumer's model of vehicle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 30 mph, the driver side front tire blew out.the vehicle was pulled over, but the tire was unable to be changed due to broken parts.the vehicle was towed to the dealer.the dealer stated that the coil spring failed and caused the tire to blow out.the current and failure mileages were 136,000.
We have a 2001 ford windstar mini-van. We took van in for service due to "check engine" light. Wife also noticed thumping in tire well. Egr regulator was changed for "check engine" light, but the thumping turned out to be two (2) broken front coil springs!! how does a highway driven mini-van get two (2) broken springs? that was three (3) weeks ago and the van is still in the dealership waiting for the replacment springs which we are told are on back order. Appears to me that if these springs are on back order, there must be a pretty good demand for them. The fact that both are springs broke with highway usage indicates a possible design problem. I believe this should be investigated. May be a recall needed here.
I was traveling at 25-30 mph heard a heavy clunking noise, felt the steering wheel lose control of the wheels and pulled over almost immediately and called a tow truck.we replaced the coil springs on both front wheels.
- the contact has a 2001 ford windstar.while the vehicle was parked heard a loud bang.he looked at the front suspension and noticed that the driver's side coil spring failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, where the van was being fixed. The contact called the manufacture r, and they told him that it was out of warranty, and they could not help him. The contact said that he had pictures,and will have the part to send.
Dt*: the contact stated while pulling out at 7mph a snapping noise was heard from under the vehicle near the passenger side tire.the vehicle was towed to the dealership.upon inspection the dealer determined the front coil spring needed to be replaced due to road salt corrosion.the front coil spring is currently being replaced at the dealership. 08/02/06updated.
On october 19, 2007 i backed out of my driveway, shifted into drive and began to go forward when i felt an alarmingsensation in my car.i pulled over to the side of the road to inspect my tires.all looked fine so i returned to my car, shifted into drive again and began to go forward when i felt the rear of the car sway.i pulled over again and looked under the back of the car when i saw that my rear axel has snapped in two.on the day of the event my car had 65,700 miles on the odometer. I had my car towed to a local mechanic in wakefield, mass.both the tow truck driver and the mechanic seperately told me this was shocking and not something that should happen to a car.after analyzing my car the mechanic determined that the broken axel was a manufacturer defect.there is a clean break in the axel where the two broken parts fit together snug like a puzzle.there is no evidence of an accident or tampering to the axel. Themechanic showed me where there is a part of the axel where water can get in, but there is no way for the water to escape.as a result the axel rusted from the inside until it weakened and broke.my mechanic has photographed this part and is holding it at his garage for inspection.as an aside, i have also contacted the owner of stoneham ford, mark melkonian, to report the problem.he looked up my service account and verified i have "been faithful in the maintanence schedule." i, like my mechanic, believe this is a serious issue in which other consumers will soon, if not already, experience an axel break.had the axel given when i was on the highway with my children in the vehicle, the outcome might have been much more severe.i am afraid if this is not reviewed another family may have a critical outcome in the course of the axel giving way.could you please advise what i need to do to have someone look at this part of the car and how it simply cracked in two.
Had just gotten onto highway going about 45 mph ,changed lanes to accelerate and felt like a tire blew out ,heard something dragging, luckily exited offquickly pulled over to find that rear axel had broke and both tires were on their way to caving in.no accident or injury-thank god. Called ford dealership and was told no recalls on axlesand this was a "common occurrence."
On or about december 15, 2007 my husband noticed when he hit a bump in the road the rear end of our 2001 ford windstar lx felt loose.we thought the shocks were starting to ware.on december 20, 2007 my husband started on his way home from work around 3:30 pm he headed south on i55 out of chicago and reached our driveway in the southwest suburbs approximately 5:00 pm.at 5:30 p. Our family with two children got into the van to go christmas shopping.as we were pulling out of the driveway the van jerked and screeched.we thought we hit someone that had parked behind us.we jumped out to see what happened and noticed our rear tires looked funny and the back end was really low.when we looked under it we saw that the axle was broken in two.it had just snapped.if this had happened a half hour earlier this would have happened on the expressway in rush hour traffic and i hate to think what would have happened, or 15 minutes later when we were on i355 going christmas shopping with our children.we were more than happy to have this happen in our driveway but this is our only vehicle and we don't have the 1000.00 it will cost to replace the part.the van is no longer under warranty, it has 72,915 miles on it.how inconvenient!
I own two 2001 windstars and on both vehicles the rear axle cracked causing severe swerving, it happened last year about 3 weeks apart, because i used to be a mechanic i replaced both axles myself. My sister also owns a 2001 fordstar and because of what happened to me i inspected her car earlier this year and did not see any cracks but today while she and her kids were driving down the highway her rear axle snapped in half and she stated she almost lost control. They could have been killed!! the car has not been fixed and i still have the old axles for my cars.
Rear axle broke on a 2001 ford windstar with 125,000 miles.seems to be a defect that show up at this mileage.12-18 inches in from the left (driver's) side. Could be a rear safety issue on 1000's of these vans.
2001 ford windstar van, rear axle snapped in half while driving.
This is on a 2001 ford windstar with less than 100,000 miles. It started when my wife was complaining about a rubbing noise in the rear that seemed to be worse on corners. I was driving the car during a light rain shower on a right curve at about 35 mph. The back of the car felt like it was about spin out on me. I backed off the gas and it felt better. The next day while driving it again i notice that there was tire squeal mostly on right turns. When i got home i could see that the top of the left rear tire was leaning in. I could also see where the tire was rubbing on the inner wheel well. After removing both rear wheels and looking around i found the axle beam cracked almost all the way around. I have since found out that this is not uncommon in 2001 ford windstars, and probably other years of this model. We were planning on taking this vehicle on vacation duringthe july 4th weekend. I can't imagine what would have happen if this broke all the way through at highway speeds with a load of luggage and my family at highway speeds. I will not even drive this vehicle to turn it around in my driveway let alone take it on the road. I have not started to see what can be done to fix this because nothing is open today, but atleast i can fix it myself if i can find the parts.
2001 ford windstar rear axel cracked in half while driving down the street and hitting a pot hole. Loss control of car, not hitting anything or anyone; just swerved into other lane and unable to drive van. Tires damaged and left tire tilted inward. Possible damage to rear brakes.
A loud noise from the rear suspension while turning led me to look under the rear end and find the rear axel had a crack approximately half way through it in the center.
Been driving my 2001 ford windstar. And the back started making noises and shifting. Everytime i apply the brake or back up it makes the loudest sound. Well after putting it up on the jack to look underneath the car. We noticed a crack about 8 inches long and continues around the bottom of the axel. Estimate to repair is going to be over a $1000.00. There needs to be something done about this.
I was driving about 55 mph on a highway when the back end started to sway side to side. I slowed down, heard a loud noise, smoke and burning rubber was noticed and i pulled over. As i got out i noticed the drivers rear tire tilted in. I walked behind the van and noticed the axel was snapped in two. I called my mechanic and he stated this seams to be a common occurrence with this vehicle. Miles are 118,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact heard a loud noise outside of the vehicle and maneuvered to the side of the road. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed that the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they stated that the rear axle required replacement. There was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly); however the vehicle was ineligible because it was not currently registered or sold in the united states, as mentioned in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 12 mph, the rear of the vehicle lowered and the rear driver's side tire became stuck under the wheel well. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact looked underneath the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side axle had fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,500.
2001 ford windstar-rear axle cracked in half by the driver's side tire.the abs light and brake lights kept coming on, we had brakes checked,then we heard noise like something rolling around in the back of the van.then we had the smell of rubber burning and my husband checked and notice the tires tilted in at the top .looking underneath he saw the axle cracked.in doing some research i notice many ford windstar owners with the same problem.i can't help but wonder if there has been accidents where this was the cause and it was written off as a result of the accident.
While driving at highway speeds the rear axle cross member on my 2001 ford windstart lx failed.nothing unusual occured prior to this in terms of driving or on the road.rear axle had to be replaced at cost of $1,300.
My husband was backing out of the driveway at work, when the tires were turned inward because of the break in the rear axle. After having it towed my husband bought a rear axle from another vehicle and replaced the broken one.
My 2001 ford windstar had a squeaking noise in rear of vehicle .noticed over bumps or just rocking front to back. Researched on internet and came across the same complaint about rear axle cracking and braking. Inspected and found the axle cracked ontherear and half way around. Had not cracked all 360 deg or else more damage andpossibly injury could have happened.
The car was making noise that i couldn't pin point.then it started feeling like it was swaying side to side intermittantly.then it felt like the car skipped or skiddded on a turn, i pulled into my driveway and the car bounced, lurched and jolted to a stop.i got out and looked and my rear tireslooked like this/ \instead of ||. I did a google search for broken rear axle and it auto filled in windstart.this is the 4th problem i've had with this car.two of the others involved the abs system.one of those was finally recalled but only after i fixed it myself.i'm afraid that i will have to junk the car.it's unfair that i've had to poor so much into this car that i will never be able to recoup or be made whole.i just thank god nobody got hurt w/ this or the abs problem.
The rear axle on my 2001 ford windstar broke in two about 8-12 inches inboard of where the trailing arm is welded to the assembly. I had the left side welded earlier for the same failure before it was bad six months earlier and this time it totally failed on the right side in exactly the same location. My car is the third windstar axle failure i know about in my town.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While installing new tires on the vehicle, it was discovered that the rear axle was fractured. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 12v193000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 181,618.
During a rear tire check on our 2001 ford windstar it was discovered that there is a crack in the rear axle beam.friends of ours have the same year vehicle and last year their windstar rear axle beam broke in two and locked up the rear wheels, luckily there was no accident.i have been monitoring our axle beam since then and now it is cracking.i don't dare have my wife drive it, especially on the highway.why has ford not recalled this???this could be catastrophic at highway speeds if it snapped.i need to get this fixed immediately and have heard it is at least $1,000 !!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle broke while in reverse. The vehicle became inoperative and was towed to the dealer. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The manufacturer was notified, and also informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the above recall. The manufacturer did not offer any assistance towards the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage 130,000.
2001 ford windstar rear axle broke in half.
1. Rear axle completely cracked at 50 mph driving on the highway. Able to control vehicle and got off the highway since exit was very closed.2. Once3. N/a.
On june 18th my wife and son returned from a trip to youngstown, we live in cleveland.my wife ask me to take a look at the car she said it was driving funny.while driving at 70 to 80 mph, she said she was all over the road and at one point almost lost control of the car, when she pulled in i noticed the rear tire was low so i put air in it and took it for a test drive around the block.i kept hearing the wheels making a chirping noise as if i was in a skid. When i got back i had her drive it and i followed in our other car to see what i might notice, it was obvious there was a problem with the rear end.i made her return home and looked under the car to find a huge crack in the axle.i don't understand how ford could let this happen to a major part of the van.i was going on a vacation the next day and was planning on using this van!i can't imagine traveling down to myrtle beach with my family with a loaded van doing 70 mph.someone is going to die from this defect and i am very lucky my wife didn't when she was driving it.please make ford do a recall or i am sure we will be reading the in the news of someone's death when it does happen and you did nothing!
I was traveling down hwy 18 s/b near new brunswick, nj at approx. 45 mph when i heard and felt a loud "boom" from the rear of the vehicle.immediately after the noise i could hear a rubbing noise and see smoke (from the tire rubbing against the wheelwell).i pulled over to the shoulder, looked under the back of the van and could plainly see that the rear axle had snapped in half.i had the vehicle towed to my local mechanic who fixed the vehicle(replaced the rear axle).the tow truck operator advised me that he has towed 5-6 vans with the same problem and when the mechanic contacted the parts supply man, he was advised that the part was in stock because this is a common problem and the new part(axle) is manufactured to better specs so this does not happen again.(as opposed from getting a used axle from a junk yard). I have pictures if you need them.
I was driving my family home from a summer fest, as i was going over a fairly smooth railroad crossing i felt the van start handling strange. I pulled over and found the right rear wheel out of align. I carefully drove it home and went underneath to check it. To my surprise i found the axle beam cracked 3/4 of the way thru. There is no reason a beam of this size should crack like this unless there was a material or design fault in the van. I am the first owner of this van and it was never overloaded.at this point i am not sure what i am going to do to repair/replace the axle.after reading the dozens of complaints from other windstar owners (at least 15 from just the 2001 model year) i see this problem is not unique.
Ford co. Is causing undue hardship in our attempt to get safety recall completed.we have one car, so made appt. W/ local dealer (1/2 hr away) & got confirmation # for recall 10s13 on a day both of us had off work.had to get someone to follow (1 hr drive) to bring us back.dealer would not honor appt. And told us to make another one in 3 - 4 wks.i e-mailed ford co.detailing poor service we had and the difficulty this created for us. Recv'd response 2 days later that they are working on it.one week later, still not heard from ford co and was concerned about our safety, so i called and explained dilemma to cust serv rep.she tried to get us an appt w/ a dealer 40 mins away, but she was not able. After waiting 20 mins. I had to go back to work, so i called ford co. That night and this cust. Serv rep tried to get us appt. W/ different dealer who was 1 hr. Away, but they could not look at it.i was then disconnected, so called right back.another rep said we could go to a dealer in s.c.i don't think it is reasonable to require us to travel long distances for their bad product.again, we have one car, so have to ask someone to follow us to dealer.we work retail (christmas season) so cannot request special time off.we have made five attempts and gone far beyond the call of duty to have this recall done.ford needs to do their part and provide customer service for the safety of their customers.
I have a ford windstar 2001 mini van and i live in new york state. On december 7th, 2010, as i was pulling left into a parking space i heard a loud cracking sound. (at first i thought i had rolled over a very large piece of ice) i again proceeded to pull in, but my car would not move. (engine was still on) i got out and found 3 of my tires facing left and 1 facing right. I called aaa and was preparing to have it towed to a mechanic. When the driver/mechanic from aaa,informed me that the lower control arm (drive arm) had tore away from the main frame (front axel) at the front of the car, and had tore away all of the driving mechanisms and would need a welder first , not a mechanic . So i had him take it to a local welder. He was able to find some clean metal to weld it back on and then recommended i take it to a mechanic to finish up with everything else that was needed. The mechanic told me that it would need a cv joint and the linkage for the transmission in order to have it working again. I have never had any issues with the engine, or transmission prior to this day. And the car has very little rust on it's body. So i would have never thought to look underneath for any. And because it was always maintained well,a mechanic was hardly ever under her to see if there was any possible damage either. She has less than 75,000 miles on her so i never expected this to occur. I have filed a report with ford after the incident but all they could say was thank you and they'll make a not of it. And that the rear axel was on recall....but if that was the case, why not the front axel too???
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle vibrated. Once the contact parked the vehicle at his residence, the rear driver side wheel collapsed due to the rear axle malfunctioning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
I have a 2001 ford windstar that has the rear axle cracked almost completely through.i cannot drive the van because it's making a lot of creaking sounds as if the axle will break.i've contacted ford and have not gotten any response.
2001 my ford windstar limited rear axle (non-driving) broke in half and the rear wheels were rubbing the wheel well. Luckily while the vehicle was not driving well, i did not get in an accident.however, 5 miles earlier i was on the highway at highway speeds.the vehicle had to be towed and the part was available at the closest ford dealership to my location???this was a $975.00 repair at the firestone dealer in canton, mi.i have the paperwork if you need the documentation.
I was driving down i-75 in toledo ohio at 70 mph when my rear axle broke in half on my 2001 ford windstar minivan.lost control but was able to not hit anyone or roll over.i have had no help from ford and nothing but a run around from them help!!!i have 4 children and no transportation.my eldest daughter has no busing in our county so i have to transport both ways and no vehicle.no way to get groceries or dr. Appts.ford promised me a rental but 9 days have gone by and no help.what do i do?they are telling me it will be over three months before i can have my van repaired.
Rear axlebroke while i was taking my grand daughter home..i am on a fixed income...now i have no transportation until i can get enough money to pay to have it fixed...my grand daughter could have been killed..luckily i was just pulling away from a stop sign when it happened...
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the vehicle would make cracking noises while attempting to make a left or right turn.while undergoing a scheduled oil change, an independent mechanic found a huge crack in the rear axle.the manufacturer was called and instructed him to bring the vehicle to the dealer for inspection.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure and current mileages were 120,000.
On may 7, 2010 my 2001 ford windstar the axle broke on me coming from picking up the kids from school causing an accident with the van flipping over two times.
I have a 2001 ford windstar and for the 3rd time the rear end tire support has broken in half driving down the road. My family and i feel lucky to be here to write this at this time and it is my 17 year old sons primary car to drive so i can have general insurance but not full coverage. I feel if he was driving when this happened he would have been in a terrible accident, god was watching out for us.it has cost me over a thousand dollars for each repair and at this time i am without the family vehicle and don't see that it would be a good idea to fix this again knowing that its going to break again. I cant afford a new vehicle and this car has been dependable other than this problem. The rear end is scarce at salvage yards, we haven't been able to locate one yet that tells me i'm not the only one having the problem. The van is made for seven and there are 5 in my family so overloading is not the problem, nor rust they are free from that and the last repair we replaced the shocks to reduce vibration problems if it existed.i fear soon i will read about a family tragedy because of this problem and i want it on record about this complaint. Before making each repair we checked to see if there was a recall and to date there is none. I am in the service work business and i understand thing fail, brakes, water pumps, computers, engines but i should have never had to put a nickel into this problem. Any help or guidance you can give me would be greatly appreciated.thank you for listening.
Rear axle failure . Axle rotted through and disabled vehicle.
Rear axle broken in our 2001 ford windstar.the vehicle has never been in a crash, has approximately 92,000 miles, and in overall good condition.the vehicle has never been driven hard or on rough terrain.there is no apparent reason for this malfunction. After conducting searches on the internet, we discovered this is a common problem with these vehicles, although ford is denying it is a defect.
1. 2001 ford windstar 158,000 miles has a broken real axel. The vehicle has only had normal use.no accidents.2.the broken axel makes the vehicle undrivable. No injuries or accidents involved.3. Looking into repair but yet unsure of costs.won't buy a used replacement due to the frequency of this problem.
I have just came home from vacation in az and my van the whole time on vacation was making this noise i didn't know what it was until we backed in our driveway and the driver side tire was cocked in at the top so my husband jacked the van up and the rear axle was snapped in half i have to say ford needs to pay for all the repairs!!!! i do have pic's of this i have to say that we have guardian angels watching over us to make it home this van was driven on vacation 5,200 miles thank god it didn't happen on the highway!!! my husband dose mechanics and he has seen this happen to other ford windstars and it breaks in the same spot on all of them ford needs to open there eyes and fix this problem before a family dies from ford windstar vans!!!!!!!!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received notification of an unknown recall regarding the rear axle. The contact took the vehicle to blackwell ford inc (41001 plymouth rd, plymouth, mi 48170; 734-453-1100) where it was determined that a repair was not needed. The recall was deemed completed. Approximately two years after the recall, the vehicle underwent routine inspection and it was diagnosed that the rear axle fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who informed the contact that, due to the vehicle passing inspection for the recall, they were unable to provide the repair. The approximate failure mileage was 113,628.
I own a 2001 ford windstar lx i was driving down the expressway at 55mph when the rear of the van start to sway and pull eratically i pulled off the side of the expressway and found that the rear axle on my van had cracked in half.
Rear axle broke into twopieces about one-third of the way from the driver's side of the vehicle. Rear tires are running on the inside edge with the top inside edge of the tire being torn up by the body of the car. Handling was difficult for about a week including driving on hard packed and slippery snow. Very hard to keep car traveling straight.backing out of the driveway and applying the brakes there was a sharp crack sound. About 10 miles later the axle snapped, the tires interfered with the wheel wells and the car stopped.had we been traveling faster or in more congested conditions this could have been serious.
2001 ford windstar rear axle beam about to break in half.
2001 ford windstar rear axle broke while driving down the road.118k miles on the vehicle.no previous accidents.no warning signs the axle was about to break.
On may 29, 2010, my wife was driving her 2001 ford windstar van at 55 mph on the highway when the rear axle suddenly cracked in two pieces. The broken end of the axle then began digging into the highway and caused a loss of control. Luckily she was able to avoid concrete barriers and other vehicles of the construction area that she was in and ended up in the ditch. The rear tires went out of alignment and the tops of the tires were angled in causing them torub against the wheel wells. We are still in the process of assessing the total damage caused by the rear axle failure.
I am the original owner of a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at highway speed, the rear axle snapped, which resulted in the loss of control of thevehicle. As a result, i was involved in a collision with a vehicle in the next lane.
I heard a clunking noise for about a month my husband looked under vehicle and seen rear axle was broken in half.the van was towed and a used rear axle was put on. We do have old axle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving 40 mph, the contact drove over a bump in the road and suddenly the rear end of the vehicle fell to the ground.he did not notice any differences beforehand.the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the rear axle needed to be replaced.the current and failure mileages were 148,000. Phone update on 10/28/08: ms. Corby drove over a dip on the road and immediately heard a loud crack. The vehicle swerved and smoke came out from the driver side rear wheel area. She said that there was brake fluid on the ground and that the rear axle had severed. The left rear tire slanted a lot and the right rear tire slanted less. No prior warning. She had four children in the van at that time. She drove over that road thousands of times and never had a problem.
Ford windstar rear axle u failure - split/crack joints.
As i was driving home from work, the vehicle began to wobble from the rear, resembling a flat.i immediately pulled over to the side of the road.after having the vehicle towed to my home a few days later, i looked underneath and saw a deep fracture in the rear axle.i called a ford dealer and was told that there is no recall regarding this defect and if i had the vehicle brought in for repair that i will be charged.
Rear axle cracked.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 45 mph, the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the rear axle failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
2001 ford windstar making noise in rear , when i looked under the van i saw the axle was broken in half !!!i am on the highway every day.
My 2001 ford windstar has a crack in the rear axle.i've read on the internet about several instances of this happening and the axle cracks in two pieces causing at least that the vehicle is not drivable.if this would happen even at moderate highway speeds there could be devastating consequences.so far i don;t see a recall for this defect from ford.the mileage of my ford windstar is 71,000 miles.it seems that the axle is rusted from the inside but my vehicle has been garage kept since it was first purchased.i believe this incident should be recalled for safeties sake.i think all windstars with this axle design should be recalled and have the axle replaced.
For 2-3 weeks, at times, we noticed a popping noise from the back end when turning into driveways/parking lots.then one tuesday we noticed the back end of the van would sway after hitting a bump in the road.on thursday of that week while driving to work i noticed the van would "vibrate" after hitting a bump.i liken it to riding on an old fashioned washboard. I slowed to a stop and then decided it would be best to get off the road.the van would not move.upon examination the rear axle was broken through on the drivers side and the tops of the rear wheels where turned in toward the van. The vehicle was towed to a shop where repairs were done - a new rear axle, 2 rear shocks (both were bent as a result of the broken axle), a new tire (damaged from rubbing on the wheel well) with its associated items and alignment.
2001 ford windstar. Rear axle snapped.
2001 ford windstar rear axle recall. I brought my van in for inspection for the rear axle recall (1os13) the ford dealership condemned the vehicle and i was provided with a rental car. Ford has no parts to fix this concern and also has no timetable when this will be resolved.this is unacceptable to me and ford needs to stand behind there products and show loyalty to there customers.
I own a 2001 ford windstar with 80,000 miles on it, never had an accident and the rear axle broke in half today.car is not drivable, i had it towed to my mechanic.i maintain my vehicle all the time but i have had such problems with the 2001 windstar.i have a file on all that i have had done on the car. This vehicle was not abused by us.it is a defective car.in may, i had the fuel injection fixed cause the car just died.the windstar is not a very safe car.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that he received a recall letter 10v385000, suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly and took his vehicle in for the recall on 10/29/2010. The dealer inspected the vehicle and offered him no assistance. While driving approximately 35 mph the rear left trailing arm broke on november 16, 2010. He drove the vehicle into a parking area and later had it towed to an authorized dealer. The dealer advised him that he needed to make some phone calls and would call him back.the dealer later advised him that the part that failed was not under the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired and remained in the dealers possession.he called the manufacturer on 11/18/2010 and was advised of the same information provided by the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 115,800.
While operating the vehicle i heard the rear tires screeching followed by a loud crack, along with difficult steering and frightening fish-tailing. There was smoke and an odor of burning rubber. I stopped the vehicle, with my three young children inside the car, and immediately noticed that both of the rear tires were coming-in at the top. I inspected under the vehicle and observed that the rear axle had a large crack located on the drivers side. This vehicle has never been in an accident and currently is not at all drivable. I have spoken with my local ford dealership and have been quoted a repair estimate of $1100-$1500. Themileage at the time of occurrence is 155,000.
I had been hearing a dull squeaky, clicking noise from the left rear of my van for approximately a month. I took my van to the mechanic on 8/31/09 and they told me i needed new tires, an alignment and some front end work. I told them again that the noise was coming from the back, so i wasn't sure why i needed front end work and not back. I paid $767.00. On 9/2/09 & 9/7/09, i took the van back because i was hearing the same noise. They test drove the car and didn't hear anything. They put the van on the lift, took the tires off and they couldn't find anything. The more i drove the van, the more i heard the noise. I noticed that the van would "fish tale" or shake more whenever i went over a bump. On 9/20/09 i took my van to a different mechanic to see if they could find anything wrong. I told them that it felt like i needed an alignment, although i had just had one on 8/31/09. The mechanic showed me that the top of the left rear tire was bent inward, causing the van to lean to one side. The mechanic put the van on the lift and showed me a crack so deep that if i had gone over one big pothole, my daughters and i could have been injured. I became infuriated at the place where i took my van initially, because i thought there was no way they could have missed that crack when they changed the tires. I took my van back to the initial mechanic. When they put the car on the lift, they said that they definitely would have noticed a crack that significant if it had been there before. I went on line and was amazed at the amount of cases i found that were very similar to mine. There is no way that all of these incidences are coincidences. The total amount to have it replaced was $836.00. I called the ford place and the person that i spoke with said that ford won't do a recall unless there are at least 2,000 complaints. I wonder how many have actually died in a 2001 ford windstar because the axle broke . Unfortunately, they didn't live long enough to write a complaint.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving 20 mph when the rear of the vehicle began to sway abnormally. The contact was able to move the vehicle onto the shoulder where it was towed to the dealer. The dealer performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the rear axle lower bracket arm, which was corroded. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 200,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 25 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the rear driver side was leaning inwards and rubbing against the wheel well. The contact also noticed that there was a crack on the rear axle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to another mechanic, but the contact was unsure about the part that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension). The failure mileage was 110,000.
The rear axle of a 2001 ford windstar rusted through.the vehicle vin is outside the scope of the recall.
After reading of numerous occurrences of rear axle cracking, i examined my 2001 ford windstar on 6/27/2010 and found a 2 inch crack in the rear axle on the drivers side.contacted ford dealer for repair cost and was quoted approximately $1300.i am having axle replaced with new axle by reliable independent shop for $1000. Car was taken to ford dealer early march 2010 for oil change and to be checked over for expected extensive travel this summer.repairs performed at ford dealer came to over $2000 and included replacing driver side rear axle seal.no mention was made of the crack at that time, however the amount of rust on the crack appears to indicate the crack started quite some time ago. Vehicle has never been in an accident and has always been registered in the new york area. Mileage is 113,854 at time of repair.
2001 ford windstar rear axle cracked in half - driving vehicle and heard a loud popping sound,(thought i broke a shock), back end of vehicle became unstable. Looked underneath and found rear axle broken in half about one and a half foot from drives rear tire. Have vehicle towed to garage to have fixed, they are aware of the problem since they said they have replaced several.
Noise coming from rear of car. Further investigation reveals large crack in rear axle. The axle is cracked three quarters of the way thru just to the drivers side of centerline. This could be a serious safety issue if it broke at highway speed. The car has never been in an accident and has had normal maintenance and good care. Rust does not appear to be a cause for this failure.
Own a 2001 ford windstar minivan .on tuesday, 8/24, i was driving from rhinebeck ny to yonkers, ny, mostly along the taconic parkway. This parkway has many potholes due to the grates sinking over the course of a year and it is very hard to avoid many of these grates because of their location along the right edge of the right lane.after driving along this route for a while (not sure how long) the van started to squeak on some turns and there was a smell of burning rubber that came and went.there were no problems managing the car or continuing to drive and there was no problem breaking.because of the late hour (we arrived home at 9 pm) i opted to keep moving to get home and not stop along the road.the squeaking was mostly when i made right turns - i could not tell when/or why the smell would return.upon returning home i pulled into the driveway and there was a sort of 'clunk' as i parked.next morning i went out to see the van and noticed the rear wheels were no longer parallel.i have multiple sclerosis so i did not get down to look at anything and there was no immediate need for car so waited for my husband to come home.he looked at the rear undercarriage and told me the axle was cracked.he was able to get it to a nearby mechanic who was surprised i was able to get home with it and asked about what i 'hit'.i did not hit anything except potholes and was not driving above legal limit of 55 mph (too dark and area known to have deer crossing so would not risk going over limit).it is currently in for repair now. Also we have not had any accidents with this vehicle prior to this date and it has reasonably low mileage on it for its age.
My 2001 ford windstar minivan was in for air conditioning service and a tune-up on june 1, 2010 and the vehicle was diagnosed with multiple cracks in therear axle. The mechanic issued a stern warning about driving the vehicle, especially at highway speeds because the axle was in danger of splitting and could cause loss of control. He indicated that it looked like the u-shaped axle design collected water and road salt and caused rust, which led to the cracks.
2001 ford windstar rear axle failure.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was included in recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). When he spoke with the dealer, he was informed that parts would not be available for the repair for five months. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 111,000.
Rear axle broke completely in half causing the wheels to turn inward while approaching highway speeds.i was able to control the vehicle as it swayed form side to side and pull to the berm.i had the van towed home and haven't repaired it yet.
I was driving down the interstate going 55 mph in a construction zone. I was in front of a semi truck. I had my 3 young kids in the van. The van started feeling funny and i was looking for a safe place to pull off, when the rear axle snapped in 2 pieces. This caused my van to start to spin. We were almost hit by the semi and then we almost went off the road where i am afraid we probably would have rolled over. We ended up facing the wrong way in the passing lane which thankfully had construction barrels up so it was closed otherwise we would have probably been hit head on. The tow truck driver, the semi truck driver, the police officer, my husband and my father all said that they had never seen this before and that rear axles just don't snap that way. We now have to replace basically everything in the rear of my van. As we were doing research to price the replacement parts we found that there were many stories just like ours and that it had been reported to ford to no avail. Mechanics are saying that the problem seems to be near the wheel where water can get in but can't get out so they are rusting from the inside out and snapping. So even after i replace my axle i still can't feel safe b/c they have not fixed the design flaw and apparently don't intend to. We could have been killed if the road was any different that day. I would hate to see another family not have the fortunate circumstances that we did that day and someone lose their life! please please please don't let ford let it get to that point!!! please make them recall this part so there will be a safer axle for my van and all the otherford windstars, these vehicles are used by families for their small kids. Thank you for your time and consideration of my letter.
I have a 2001 ford windstar minivan and in february 2010 i was driving my daughter and her friends home from dance when the rear axle beam cracked in half and i was fortunate enough to be able to get off the highway and pull into a parking lot before the back wheel fell off.this cost me $800.00 to fix using a used part.
2001 ford windstar approximate mileage 122,000, broken rear axle, no accident no rust , just completely cracked, needed new rear axle installed.
The rear axel in my ford windstar ls van has broken apart in two pieces. The rear axel looks as though it is cut into two parts. I am very lucky that it happened in a place where i could pull over and assess the problem. I had recently taken a trip with my four children and if this had snapped during highway driving it could have flipped the van and hurt or killed us all not to mention any cars that could have been involved. The tires are leaning up against the wheel wells (turned out) and the axel is split. I hope that this is looked into further. Ii have had no accidents, or incident that would have caused this. I feel as though it may have started on the inside of the axel due to the clean break. I have not yet fixed the vehicle. This is a situation where it could have been a serious safety issue for my family's life. I am concerned about the quality ford is providing its consumers, and the safety risk factor that is not considered. Ford axels are defective, and salt belt states deserve the same safety standards and quality as other states. I am blessed to live through this experience and frustrated at the quality ford has provided. I am seriously considering not purchasing ford products in the future.
With no warning the rear axle of our 2001 ford windstar broke in half at 120,000 miles. There was smoke. The neighbor came running after us to tell us. Many people have the same problem. We were lucky. Will the next people be so lucky? this is a very dangerous problem. All 2000 & 2001 ford windstars should not be used until this issue is taken care of.
I drive a 2001 ford windstar and was relieved to find out there has been a recall on the rear axle for this vehicle. I have been driving a ticking time bomb since may 2010 the tire pressure light came on the same day i drove the car off the lot and i have replaced four rear tires since. Not until i had my mechanic come and lift the vehicle up to see why i could not control the vehicle coming to work one morning did i realize the severity of the matter only after my 17 year old daughter was driving it the day before to run errands. Scary how the life of my child could have been lost because of such negligence. The van now sits at my job and is undriveable, and i found out the state i live in is not under this recall. What exactly will it take to realize the windstar is a hazard. I will fight to get this state added to the recall list, do what i need to do, talk to whom ever will listen.
While driving the van (2001 ford windstar) it began to handle erratically.this was an intermittent experience, but at times quite sever.after arriving home, i inspected under the vehicle for any odd drips, hanging parts, etc.when pushing on each wheel i noticed the right rear was canted inward.upon further look under the van, i could see a large crack under the right side axle.i have stopped driving as it is unsafe at this point.there is no rust, and was no warning of trouble, it simply appears to have failed.the crack is nearly complete with only about 1 inch near the front of the axle holding it together.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that she received a recall notice in reference to recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). She has contacted three different dealers in her area who informed her that they have a waiting list in which she would not be able to get in for a repair until february of 2011. The manufacturer was contacted and advised her to drive 200 miles away from her area with a unsafe vehicle.
Rear axle on 2001 ford windstar ltd. Broke in 2 pieces. Vehicle is at mechanic who stated never saw anything like that before.
2001 ford windstar was making a bang in rear with right turn taking to the mechanics for yearly inspection and rear axle was cracked in half. This could have been real problem had it broke while being driven someone could have been seriously hurt or even killed. Now waiting to get new part and how much it will cost to fix.
I read the article in the morning call in allentown, pa about the rear axles of the ford windstar and decided to go check our van. Low and behold, there is a crack about 18 inches in from the driver sideand is about3 inches vertically.
The rear axle of my 2001 ford windstar has snapped in two pieces while riding at 45 mph. The van swayed violently but i was able to bring it to a safe stop. Prior to axle snapping i heard and felt cracking metallic sound from the rear of the vehicle. I investigated this on the internet and found that have been numerous incidents involving ford windstars and broken rear axles. I could not imagine what would happened if my family was in this vehicle at the time the rear axle snapped in two. The extra weight in the car may have caused the vehicle to go completely out of control and cause serious injury or death to my passengers and myself. I am wondering why the 2001 ford windstar has not been recalled to fix this very serious defect. This is a very expensive repair andis a resultof poor design anddefects in manufacturing. Please don't wait for a family to be killed in one of these vans before you recalled them. This a very real problem and the consequences could be deadly.
2001 ford windstar rear axle failure. While driving at city speeds a loud clunking was noticed in the rear. No loss of control occurred. The dealership confirmed a rear axle failure and recommends replacement. The vehicleis owned in a "salt-belt" state, has 91,000 miles and has been lightly driven and well-maintained.
While driving 65 mph in my 2001 ford windstar the rear axle snapped in half i hit the guard rail,blew the tires,and was extremely lucky not to be killed. I now find out it is an inherent problem that ford refuses to recognize.
I own a 2001 ford windstar se.in july 2010 i noticed two cracks in the rear axle.manufacturer warranty has expired on this vehicle.i had the cracks repaired (welded).
2001 ford windstar se sport rear axle broke in half with no warning. Fortunately, the car was coming to a stop at a traffic light, not at highway speeds, when a loud clunk was heard. Managed to pull into a parking lot nearby, and the rear tires were tilted inward. The axle was snapped in half towards the driver's side. Tow truck driver said he has seen several of these the past two years and doesn't know why a recall hasn't occurred. My ford dealer said this was the third one they saw.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact heard a loud banging sound along with a burning smell.the steering became very difficult to maneuver, but she was able to safely pull off the road.the contact noticed that the rear axle had completely failed.the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they verified that the axle failed.the vehicle has not been repaired because the contact is waiting on a response from the manufacturer.she has pictures of the failed component.the failure and current mileages were 70,000.updated 6/16/08 updated
My 2001 windstar van had a slight shimmy when i would hit a pothole, which lasted for a few days.thought i needed an alignment.then just driving normally last saturday, 2-6-10, at approximately 30 mph, it felt like the bottom dropped out and my van stopped.luckily i wasn't going 65 mph on the expressway.my husband got out and looked underneath the van and the rear axle had broken in two.we had to have a flatbed tow it to our house.then a dealership sent out someone to pick it up for repairs and he had to tie a 2x4 to the axle to drive it into the trailer.it is still at the dealership.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle was fractured and an abnormal bumping noise was heard. The contact parked the vehicle and noticed smoke coming from the rear tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who found an unknown recall associated with the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 142,000.
1. Driving to the supermarket with my family.2. The rear axel broke in half, almost crashed.3. Having it towed and to be fixed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at speeds of 25 mph, the rear axle broke in half. The vehicle was left at the scene of the incident and was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 115,000.
I was driving my 2001 ford windstar lx minivan at approximately 60 mph on interstate 270 in madison county, illinois at approximately 7:30 pm on wed. 8/18/2010 when the vehicle's back end started to shake uncontrollably. Thinking it might be a blown tire, i immediately pulled over to see if i could find the problem. Seeing how all tires were fine, i continued. When reaching speed of 35 mph, the vehicle began to violently shake again. I was able to exit the interstate and continue on my journey at a rate of speed that did not exceed 25 mph. Was able to make it home (under 5 miles through minimal city traffic) as the vehicle did not shake due to slower speed. When i reached home, i checked underneath the vehicle and noticed a large crack in the rear axle near the center of the axle.when researching the internet on windstar axles, i discovered that other windstar owners have experienced the same problem due to the windstar's axle design.also while doing research, i have discovered that ford is knowledgeable about the axle's defective design but has not evoked any action to correct the situation or has presented a recall.the 2001 ford windstar lx i own has 160,000 miles on it, but has not had any overwhelming mechanic failures on it except for air conditioning and minor electrical problems. The vehicle was recently taken to a local ford service center in alton, il on sat. 7/24/2010 for recall work, and even though the vehicle went through an inspection at the time, nothing was brought up about the axle showing signs of deterioration.the vehicle will go to a local mechanic tomorrow for an estimate. Luckily, i will take it there myself because my life was at risk this evening due to the axle failure.
My van windstar 2001 rear axle broke during driving. Ford asked what did we do to drive so poorly to cause this? gave us a price of $1,500.00 at least to repair.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection, the technician noticed that the rear axle was bending and caused the rear driver and passenger side tires to wear unevenly. The vehicle was repaired due to a previous recall on the axle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 318,000.
Without any warning the rear axel on my 2001 ford windstar minivan snapped completely in two. We had just gotten off a busy highway and luckily were going very slowly on a side street. We all would surely have been killed if this had happened 5 minutes earlier.
Rear subframe axle assembly part #2f2z 4b435 aabroke in halfcausing loss of control of vehicle & loss of brakes.
2001 ford windstar se:may 4, 2010, backing out of driveway, loud noise, could not drive car.driver's side rear axle fractured, car towed to mechanic who repaired and reinforced said fracture by welding.august 2010, ford announces recall of windstars, issues letters to affected owners late september, 2010.received ford recall notice during the week of october 18, 2010. Sunday, october 31, 2010, while driving on side road (5 passengers, plus driver) same loud noise, car immobilized.passenger side rear axle fractured.passengers left stranded. Car towed first to residence then to dealership on monday am.told by dealer that car would not be repaired until january or february, 2011 (at the earliest) as no parts available.
2001 ford windstar was bouncing over bumps and felt like shocks needed replacing. I did web search and also found complaints of rear axle failures. I replaced the shocks and decided to check the axle while i was under the car. Sure enough, just in from the right rear wheel, the rear portion of the rear axle has a 3-4 inch crack.
1) no warning signs2) 2001 ford windstar se the rear axle snapped while driving down the road and we lost control of the vehicle.3) the dealer informed me that there are no problems with this issue.my mechanic (not a dealer) told me this is a known problem.
Rear axlebroke while i was taking my grand daughter home..i am on a fixed income...now i have no transportation until i can get enough money to pay to have it fixed...my grand daughter could have been killed..luckily i was just pulling away from a stop sign when it happened...
Ford windstar 2001 rear axle broke on highway.van began to shake my wife pulled over and van had to be towed.
Vehicle's back end swayed left and right, making it difficult to maintain control. The cause was undetermined. The consumer stated that the rear control arm broke while driving.the bolt was replaced and a rattling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle.the lower rear tight side bolt was no good.the conusmer stated that the engine light was on. Tests found vacuum leaking from the intake manifold.lower and upper intake manifold gaskets were replaced.idle speed control was replaced. The brakes squeaked .when taking off from a stop light the vehicle idles high.*tc
2001 ford windstar ...driving on july 3rd ,hit pothole and didn't realize till later that the rear axle beam cracked....the vehicle is at the mechanic shop and we are having trouble locating a used part that is not cracked...the new one is too expensive ..please help.
My 2001 ford windstar was making an abnormal sound and 'swaying'. When i looked underneath, i saw a large crack in the rear axel. Further inspection by my mechanic revealed approximately a 70-75% crack through the axel. I was told it could be replaced with either a new axel (on backorder from ford) or with one from the junkyard. I chose neither as i was concerned over the safety of my children.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repairs for recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). The dealer stated that the parts for repairs were not available and they did not know when to expect them. The failure mileage was 92,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle began to veer in one direction independently. In addition, the rear of the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear axle fractured. The recall that was related to the failure, nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension), had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.
Rear axle fractured while driving my ford windstar 2001. As a result i lost control of the vehicle.
Rear axle on 2001 ford windstar van broke while driving
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact waited for the manufacturer to perform the recall repair for three months. The vehicle crashed into another vehicle due to the faulty rear axle. The driver suffered injuries due to the crash. The dealer found a crack in the axle and advised her to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer stated that they would call give her a call when they determined the repair process or they wouldbuy the vehicle back. The failure mileage was 120,000.
I have a 2001 ford wind star sel that had a cracked rear axle today. I was pulling out of my church parking lot and heard a little strange noise from the back. As i was driving the car started swaying in the back and when i pulled over i noticed that the rear axle had a crack in the middle and the tires were angled in because of it. Thank god my family was not with me when i pulled out of the parking as the additional weight might haveaggravated the problem and there have been a accident. I was quoted anywhere from 700-1000 dollars for the repair which will be done this week. I do not understand why a rear axle would break since i have a family of 3 kids and they are small so weight is not a problem and i also had my shocks replaced 1 year ago. This puts serious doubt in ford craftsmanship and wont be buying another ford again.
No events led up to this serious safety issue.we have owned a 2001 windstar lx with 235,000 miles on it.it has been plagued with numerous recalls even so far as having the front floor mats replaced.on march 6, 2010, after driving over two hours at freeway speeds (70 mph), we parked in a parking lot to watch a sporting event.when leaving and backing out of the parking spot, the rear axle broke in two pieces.after searching this issue on the web, i am finding this is not an isolated incident.there was no previous sound or indication that the axle was about to fail.in fact, the michelin rear tires on the vehicle have close to 100,000 miles on them.had we been on the road at 70 mph, this would have probably been a fatal accident for four people in the car, not to mention any car in the vicinity.currently i am waiting to see if i can get a used axle to replace.i will make sure that the old part is saved for further research.i'm sorry i do not have the vin number as the car is in ypsilanti, mi awaiting repair and i am in grand rapids, michigan which is about 2 hours away.i will gladly submit the vin number at a later date if i can be contacted about this matter.
I was pulling my van into a parking spot at my doctor's office.all of a sudden, there was a loud "boom" sound.the van felt like it dropped down closer to the cement.i noticed the brake fault light on the dash came on.i immediately put the car into park and turned the ignition off.i got out of van and both of the rear wheels were pointed in at the top of the tire.the rear axle had broke completely in two right in the middle.thank god my twelve year old wasn't with me and we weren't going 55 mph down the road.i've looked this up on-line and it seems to be a problem with ford windstar's.iquestion why there hasn't been any publications on this problem.this will cause a serious or catastrophic injury.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. He stated that whiledriving over a bump at unknown speeds, the rear end of the vehicle swerved and produced an abnormal noise. Uponfurther investigation, the contact found that the rear suspension had fractured. The dealer advised the repairs would beat the contact's expense. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were 106,000.updated 10/27/10. *lj
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension). While driving at an unknown speed, an abnormal noise was heard from the rear of the vehicle. The contact noticed that the rear driver side tire was pushed in the vehicle and the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,000.
I went to run an errand & the van seemed to be handling strangely.it felt like the rear was jumping/shifting on "normal" pavement.i turned around (only .5 miles from home) & found the rear tires on my 2001 windstar "caved inwards".i was able to safely make it the short distance back to my home & look underneath to see that the rear axle is split through (not completely, but badly).we have not yet had it towed to get an estimate for repair.
Ford windstar 2001 rear axle cracked and had to be replaced by ford dealership at our expense.the dealer is the person who noticed the problem upon doing routine work on our van.we went in to see and take pictures as we thought this should be a recall and were very thankful that it did not break while we were in the van with our children.they stated that they wereseeing it more often and were checking cars as they worked on them.
Ford wind star rear axledaughter driving to work at 70 mph weather clear,dry & daylight.on straight away vehicle ended up rolling over 2&1/2 times.
I was driving my 2001 ford windstar when i noticed that the rear of my car seemed to be swerving. I was having difficulty being able to control the car. The tire pressure indicator came on so i assumed that i needed to inflate the tires. Fortunately i made it home and after inspecting the tires came to find that my rear axle was almost completely broken apart. You can almost completely see through the axle and there is rust around the break. The tires were leaning inward toward the wheel well. I had to have a flat bed tow truck tow it to our mechanic. Ford told us that this is not a known issue however i have found hundreds of complaints for the exact same issue for this vehicle.ford has told us that it will cost $497 for a new axle. Our mechanic called around looking for a used part at junkyards and was told that they have been selling a lot of these for this same issue and an old part would run $400. So obviously this is a known issue that ford is not acknowledging. I can't believe that a recall has not occurred. I really hope that it doesn't have to take serious accidents possibly causing death for them to acknowledge it.
My 2001 ford windstar's axle broke in half while doing 30 mph down a paved road.the vehicle has 131,000 miles and resides in chicago metro area so vehicle has been driven on paved roads with no utility purpose other than driving five kids around town.tow truck driver and 60 year old mechanic were astonished and mechanic stated axles are not suppose to break in half, ever !!!!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle would have to be held by the dealer for months for recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). The contact stated that the manufacturer provided a rental vehicle but it was not comparable to the vehicle being repaired. The contact believed that the repair was going to take too long. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
I turned into my driveway today in my 2001 ford windstar and the rear axle snapped in half. The roadway-to-driveway transition is smooth. I wasn't hauling or towing anything. No injuries or property damage. I haven't had it repaired yet and there may be other damages to the vehicle such as the tire and the wheel bearing.
2001 ford windstar rear axle broke in half tire caved in.
2001 ford windstar mini van with about 80,000 miles.rear axel snapped in half while driving my kids to soccer.we were lucky that we were in a residential area close to home.it cost us close to $900 to fix.we have the old part which showed rust.mechanic said he had never seen anything like it and recommended we report it.we would like a recall and reimbursement for the repair.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 55 mph, the rear of the vehicle began to sway back and forth. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was told the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was repaired by the independent mechanic. The vehicle was also included in recall 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle did not need to be repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 120,000.
Sept 4, 2010, approx 5 pm on interstate 80 in heavy traffic in altoona, iowa my 2001 ford windstars rear axle snapped in 2 and we miraculously cut across several lanes of traffic onto the shoulder. I truly thought this was going to be the end of our lives. We were not injured. The highway patrol got us off the interstate and my van is now sitting in a junk yard. The axle is completely severed and my tires are lying flat. We could have gotten killed because ford neglected to inform me of this life threatening defect. Waiting until sept 27 to start sending recall notices may be too late to some victims. God took the wheel this time. I will not ever drive that van again. My children are traumatized as so am i.
2001 ford windstar rear axle broke about 18" in from drivers side tire. My wife was pulling out of a parking lot when it happened.
1. Vibration in steering wheel.2. Rear axel broke in 2 places on the new jersey turnpike. The car veered uncontrollably almost causing a serious accident.3. The car was towed 90 miles to our local service station where axel was replaced with a used part.
2001 ford windstar rear axle broke in half about 16 inches from left rear wheel.isn't it funny how there have been so many complaints about this issue for all model years of the windstar and no complaints with the freestar's rear axle.this is due to ford knowing that the axle on the windstar was faulty and re-designed the axle for the freestar.i don't know why people post a complaint on this site; because if there isn't a fire or a crash they could care less.i cannot believe that this isn't a safety issue that isn't worth looking into.i am so tired of these government agency that are in bed with the auto manufacturers.do your jobs and save some lives.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact first purchased the vehicle, it shut off.the rings in the engine had to be replaced.she also heard a rumbling sound when the brake pedal was depressed.an auto repair shop stated that the brakes were operating normally; however, after much complaining, the contact had the front brakes replaced.the windshield wipers stopped working after a new windshield was installed.the vehicle was diagnosed and the motor was found to be the cause of the failure.the motor was replaced.a couple of months later, the vehicle began leaking antifreeze and was towed to a repair shop.the contact was informed that the fuel injection hoses were leaking.the leak was repaired.three weeks later, the vehicle would buck and shut off.she was informed that the catalytic converter was completely destroyed.lastly, the contact noticed an issue with the rear of the vehicle.it would fishtail or wobble while driving various speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer included in the factory warranty.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current mileage was 74,056 and failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
I have a 2001 windstar.my rear axle snapped in half after exiting the freeway.the mileage is about 152,000.my wife was driving at the time it occurred with our 3 children in the vehicle.she heard a nap while driving, but the vehicle made no noticeable change in the manner in which it drove.when i drove the car i heard the tire rubbing the fender while taking a sharp left and pulled over immediately.i inspected the rear and found the axle split in two but was held together by friction.i had it taken the repair shop immediately and left my family on the curb.ford is lucky this didn't kill anyone. With all the complaints i have recently seen while investigating this issue on the internet they obviously know about the problem.it is only a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt.given the nature of the vehicle, a minivan, the odds of having children in the car at the time of failure are high.regardless if there is a recall, notices should be sent to at least warn the current owners to have the vehicle's rear axle inspected.in my opinion, because of the numerous complaints filed, ford is now responsible for any and all injuries that come as a result of a failed rear axle until they notify the owners.
Abs brake light comes on and disables the abs brake feature.*ln
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at 40 mph, the contact heard a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the rear driver side axle cracked. In addition, the contact noticed that the rear driver side tire was tilted inwards. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,037.
We had our 2001 ford windstar being checked by a garage before a long trip and were told our rear axle is cracked almost in half.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.whenever driving over a bump at various speeds, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle would sway from left to right.the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the rear axle cracked in half.prior to the failure, the contact heard a creaking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.the current and failure mileages were 59,138. Updated 11-19-08 updated 11/20/08.
2001 ford windstar.rear axle catastrophically failed while driving down a freeway.metallic clicking occurred while the car was driven in reverse the day before the catastrophic failure.
My 2001 ford windstars rear axle cracked in half yesterday 10-26-10 while i was driving.i received the recall from ford on 10-23-10.these vans need to taken off the road not just told to bring them in to get checked.this was extremely dangerous for me and i thank god my children were not in the van when this happened.i wonder how many people will have to dir before realizes how serious this problem is.the dealership has my van which they will keep until parts come which i;m being told is maybe sometime in january.ford has given me a rental that is a four passenger car which is must smaller than my 7 passenger, but i will have to deal with that.i hope the nhtsa can do more to get these vehicles off the road because this problem is only going to get worse before it gets better.maybe the top executives should put their families in a windstar when the axle cracks in half so they can understand the danger of this problem.
Rear axle split on a 2001 ford windstar lx. At that point, the right rear tire was resting against its wheelwell and the car could not be driven. I was only driving 20mph when this occurred, but it could have been very dangerous at highway speeds.
I owna 2001 ford windstar and while driving the rear axle beam snapped in half this should not happen this is not a isolatedeventford should be held accountable for this.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear axle fractured. The vehicle was previously serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 12v195000 (suspension) in 2013. The contact felt that the recall remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 110,919.
I had been hearing a clunking noise after my wife reported it to me when she was backing up. It took a few days before i heard it as well. I couldn't figure out if it was the exhaust or suspension. A few weeks goes by and it got worse. Managed to look under it at a gas station and saw a crack on the back side of the axle from bottom to almost the top. Normal driving, no towing. I haven't fixed it yet because i don't want to spend $1000 on a repair using another failure prone part, same reason i haven't attempted the abs repairs on the van.
My 2001 ford windstar has broken through 2 rear axles! also the interior lights blink on and off as i am driving and sometimes come on and stay on and while turned off will sometimes drain the battery and the headlights and hazard lights will blink on and off and the horn will beep. Also at times my power windows will not function.
Windstar 2001 broken down rear axelo rear complete suspension, this part broken in the left side .
Broken axel beam.
Several weeks prior to september 13, 2008, we began hearing an intermittent creaking noise at the rear of the vehicle as our 2001 ford windstar would go over bumps at a slow speed (best example is driving over the curb leading up our driveway).on friday september 12th, while heading on a 45 minute trip to our weekend home with my wife and 2 young sons, i commented to my wife that i was planning on taking the vehicle in the following monday for an inspection.on saturday the 13th, while enroute to a restaurant, we heard a "whistling noise."we got out and discovered both rear wheels were leaning in at the top.we hobbled the car back and upon inspection the following day discovered that the rear axle was nearly severed in two.it appeared that it had rusted out from the inside.keep in mind that the vehicle is only a 2001 and is nearly rust free everywhere else save for a few telltale signs os beginning rust in the usually spots (wheel wells).given that the outside of the axle is rust free, i'm not sure how i would have detected it (or even expected it to happen in 7-year old vehicle) except for the creaking noise.i'm thankful that the axle did not fail while on the highway or while my wife was using the vehicle (she uses it daily to go to work and transport our kids to school).i did note that there were 6 other identical complaints on "carcomplaints.com."i do not have the car in the shop yet - arranging for repairs is today's' task.given the comments i've seen online in the aforementioned complaints it does not appear that 1.)ford has anything to say about the incidents and 2.)mechanics can't believe that a non-serviceable part like this would fail on a 2001 vehicle.
2/26/2010:we discovered that the rear axle was cracked on our 2001 ford windstar.this axle might have cracked over 2 years ago based on the length and amount of rust.we had our vehicle serviced at ford at least twice a year while it was under warranty for 7 years or 70,000.our vehicle is at 61,400 miles now.if there was a crack we were not told.if this was discovered under warranty that would have been much safer and less expensive.the bill was $961.30 and only $252. Was labor.we have maintained our vehicles pristinely with proper servicing this should not have happened.we believe that our family's lives were endangered as a result of this fracture/crack of the rear axle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 40 mph, the rear of the vehicle shook. The following day, the contact noticed that the rear driver's side wheel was tilted inward. He checked under the vehicle and noticed that the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that, due to the age of the vehicle, they could not assist and repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.
2001 ford windstar vehicle seemed to have a suspension problem with a lot of bouncing. Rear axle failure that needed replacement at 164000 miles. 7/13/09 $868.90axle tube and hooks replaced.
While driving our 2001 ford windstar which has only 60,000 miles at about 20 mph,a loud snap sound occurred, followed by wobbling from the back of the car and burning rubber smell as the vehicle came to a scrapping stop. We got out to see that the rear axle bar had snapped in two about a foot or so from the drivers rear wheel. We called geico and filed a claim, they are going to repair it but we will still have to pay a $500 deductible. They said that if they are successful in going after ford for this "defect", we would them be eligible for the $500 back . We see on the internet that there are two youtube.comvideos about this same problem and these axles are snapped exactly where ours let go. We also see on the internet that the nhtsa has been investigating this problem since may of2010. As of that date there were almost 300 occurrences of this failure in the northeast,i guess more and more of this occurrence will continue until ford recalls this defective weld or inadequate thickness of the rear axel bar itself. We hope no-one has to loose their lives before ford addresses this issue. We are so glad that we never made it to the entrance of the highway, because i cannot imagine what would have happened at highway speeds.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 30 mph, the front axle rusted off and the contact was unable to steer. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that the failure was caused by corrosion. The contact called the dealer and referenced recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly) and was told that the repairs would not be covered because the recall was related to the rear axle. The failure mileage was approximately 100,700 and the current mileage was approximately 100,900.
I took my 2001 windstar sel into a dealership upon receiving a recall notice for suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly in march of 2011. Our vehicle passed this inspection. At the time our vehicle was at the dealership for this recall notice there was another recall relating to structure: frame and members:underbody shields although we were unaware of this recall. We have not received a recall notice about the second problem to date. The recall was brought to our attention by a friend who watched a news program regarding the recall which prompted a phone call to the dealership that serviced our vehicle in march. His statement was if our vehicle was one of the recalled vehicles and it was just in the service department for another recall the service technician would have addressed the most recent recall also. He asked for our vin which at the time was not available but reassured me both recalls would have been addressed since they were both open recalls. On august 1, 2011 i was driving at 65-70 mph on a freeway when my steering wheel started to jerk and turn counter-clockwise (the last time i looked at the steering wheel the area that encloses the horn was vertical). I thought my right passenger wheel was punctured at first but knew it was more than that within the next few seconds. Something from the van kept hitting the freeway and jerking me around and the back end of the van on three occasions seemed like it was coming off the ground. Once i slowed down enough the safely brake that is exactly what i did wherein the rear end of the vehicle jerked to the left. I exited the vehicle and called 911. Not only did the subframe break due to rust but the axle came apart from the vehicle as did the right arm holding the wheel in place. At this point the dealership where the car was towed to said ford is offering to replace the subframe and have offered to pay for two days for a rental vehicle.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While the dealer inspected the rear axle for recall 10v385000 suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly they also located a failure at the front h frame which was corroded and separated. The manufacturer stated that the failure wasn't recalled, but if a recall was issued in the future he could be reimbursed for the repair. The vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and current mileages were 114,000 miles.the ac compressor leaked water onto the frame and caused it to rot.updated evoq 11/12/10 updated 01/20/11 updated 04/13/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000, suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told they would have the necessary parts to complete the remedy within one week. The vehicle was never repaired and the contact was continuously told the necessary parts would be available within 1 month.the failure and current mileages were 83,000.
2001 ford windstar, rear axle split in two. Miles 118,000. Updated 11/16/10 the consumer learned a recall had been issued for the exact problem he experienced. However, the consumer had already had the axle replaced at his expense.the consumer was then informed his vin was not included in the recall. The consumer also stated the axle that is now on his vehicle came from a another windstar that is being recalled. Updated 11/23/10
2001 ford windstar. Consumer states that she received a recall for the vehicle and was told the parts weren't available. She states the vehicle has been sitting at the dealer while she is paying for insurance and can't drive it.axle recall # 10v385000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving between 5-10 mph, the vehicle dropped and came to a stop.the contact noticed that both rear wheels were folded inward.the vehicle was towed to the mechanic and they stated that the rear axle snapped due to a defective part.the part was not rusted.the mechanic replaced the rear axle.the current and failure mileages were 68,200. Updated 07/15/08 updated 07/15/08
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall repair under nhtsa campaign id 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly), and during the inspection the technician noticed that the front passenger side rear mount engine cradle was cracked with substantial corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received a recall notification associated with the nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the part was unavailable until march of 2011. The contact stated the dealer would provide a loaner vehicle at the manufacturer's expense; however, the owner would be responsible for the taxes on the loaner vehicle. The contact also stated that the recall remedy was not being performed within a reasonable time. There was no failure mileage.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact receivedrecall notice 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) in october 2010. As of march 2011, the vehicle had been in the dealers possession waiting to be repaired. The contact stated that six months was too long to wait for a recall repair. The manufacturer could not tell him when the parts would be available. There are no failures at this time.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that vehicle was taken to the dealer on november 1, 2010 for recall repair 10v385000 suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly; while the dealer examined the rear axle they noticed that the front axle was also corroded around the motor and transmission area. The manufacturer stated that they would not assist with the front suspension failure. The vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 139,000. Updated 12/14/2011 the consumer is still waiting on the rear axle to be repaired. Updated 05/04/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact received a recall notification under nhtsa campaign id number 10v385000(suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the part was on a massive back order and would not be available for three months. The manufacturer provided a loaner vehicle during the repair; however, the owner was responsible for the sales tax. The contact was displeased about the extensive time period for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 94,794.updated 01/20/11 updated 04/15/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and entering onto the interstate, the subframe from the engine separated from the vehicle. She then lost control of the vehicle and was unable to stop until the vehicle coasted to a stop. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the lower control arm mount had rusted out causing separation of the arm of the axle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 mph, there was a loud abnormal sound coming from the rear passengerā€™s side of the vehicle with black smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact parked in a parking lot and saw that the rear passengerā€™s side tire was leaning towards the inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to her residence and then the dealer. The contact stated that the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a fractured rear axle that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) in april of 2011. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving approximately 70 mph when the rear axle fractured followed by a loud noise which caused difficulty in steering. The contact had received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly) and the vehicle was towed to the dealer for repairs. The dealer advised that the part needed for repairs was not yet available and the contact would be notified when the part had become available. The contact was still waiting for the parts to become available. Most recently, the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) but the vehicle was not yet repaired. The contact believed that a reasonable time to adhere to the recall had passed and the vehicle had not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.updated 03/29/11*ljthe consumer stated the vehicle has been in the dealer's possession for six months to remedy two recalls. Updated 09/19/11
This complaint is related to your nhtsa action # ea10007january 12, 2011, my wife was driving our ford windstar on hwy 155 north of saint germain, wi.without warning the front end right wheel dislodged and the car swerved violently all over the highway. Luckily, no other cars were near. The roadside ditches where the failure occurred are more than 12' deep, so there could also have been injuries and or damage if she had not reacted as quickly and forcibly as she did.she was able to wrestle the car onto the shoulder and call for help. Upon towing to the nearest ford dealership, it has been determined that the undercarriage failed, the front right axle dislodged from the transmission, and various other damage can also have occurred.updated ivoq 02/16/11
The contact owns 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle began to sway right to left when driving at 40 mph. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the rear axle was cracked and needed to be replaced. The contact called the manufacturer who stated they were unaware of such a failure. The failure mileage was 123,822. Updated 11/03/10 the consumer stated the issue has been resolved. Ford issued a recall. Updated 11/04/10
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to defective front end *tgwthe consumer stated two recalls were issued and for the past year, he has been unsuccessful at getting his vehicle inspected. The consumer was informed by several dealers, they were not performing any recalls.
The rear axle on my 2001 ford winstar cracked and broke. This is a safety issue and engineering defect and should be corrected by ford and the dealer.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 40 mph she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median. She stated that she lost control of the vehicle without receiving any warning lights. When the vehicle crashed into the median in a vertical position on a highway another vehicle crashed into her vehicle. The front end of the other vehicle was damaged. There were no injuries. A police report was not filed. The contact stated that her vehicle was towed to her residence. The tow truck driver advised her that her rear axle was cracked in half. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was waiting for her insurance company to inspect the vehicle. She contacted the manufacturer and was advised that her vehicle was part of recall 10v385000, suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly but the contact stated that she did not receive a recall letter.the vehicle was purchased used in 2002.the approximate failure and current mileages were 109,000.
- the contact stated that the2001 ford windstar frame was cracked. On 02/23/07the vehicle was raised to see if the cause of a loud noise which came from the rear passenger tire could be found.she stated that the tire leaned inward.it was observed that the frame had a crack about 3 inches from the brake drum. The contact had not called anyone to find out what should be done.a new framed was installed on the vehicle.she stated that she still has the tire that came from the vehicle. The contact will submit pictures of the tire and of the cracked frame from the vehicle.the current mileage was 90000.the axle was replaced. Updated 04/05/07.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While having the rear axle repaired under a recall 10v385000, suspension rear axle, non-powered axle assembly; the dealer informed the contact that the front sub-frame on the vehicle was covered with rust and corroded to the point that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated that they did not experience any problems prior to taking the vehicle in to have the rear axle recall repair performed. The failure and current mileages were 126246.
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall *tgwthe consumer stated she took the vehicle to the dealer because she received a recall letter in the mail. The dealer inspected the vehicle and informed her she would receive another letter in the mail stating when to return with the vehicle. The consumer stated she has not received a letter. The consumer stated the vehicle is emitting gas fumes.. Updated04/26/11
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to recalls *tgwthe consumer stated he received a postcard in the mail advising him to see his local dealer regarding two recalls. However, when he arrived at the dealer, they informed him the recalls had already been done. The consumer stated the problems are present in his vehicle.
The contact ownsa 2001 ford windstar.when attempting to make a turn into her drive-way at 40 mph,smoke began emanating from the rear of the vehicle.upon further inspection she noticed that the axle had fractured, and that the tires were tilted. The dealer was notified, but no assistance was provided. No repairs have been made. The failure and current mileage was 103000.
Broken rear axle beam.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to shake. The contact discovered that the rear wheels were bent. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that clamps were placed on the axle in 2015. The vehicle was towed to quality auto mall (55 state rt 17, rutherford, nj 07070, (201) 935-2400) where the failure was diagnosed as a fractured axle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 195,000. The vin was not available.
Rear shock absorbers failed with only 3,000 miles on vehicle.
Both rear shocks have broken while traveling at highway speed of 65-70 mph. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
I have made contacts before with ford.many items upon my vehicle have went bad since purchase.my main concern was tire blow outs.i contacted ford after 2 tires blow outs within 3 months time.since my contact i have had to replace an air conditioner, and other items. But my main concern was a tire blow out again that left my vehicle with front damage and my lower back in pain.
Consumer states front wheel bearings or something is making noise.dealer found tires need rotating, wheel bearing ok.
While in motion, vehicle suffered a blowout.the consumer is seeking reimbursement for charges incurred for the blown tire.*jgthe consumer found that the seat belt buckle inoperative.(recall#01v227001)the tire had less than one thousand miles when the incident occurred.*scc rq04011.*pco
Driving the vehicle became uncomfortable at both low and high speed; therefore, i started investigating to try to identify the cause.1st i found one of the rear shocks was very bouncy, the rear tires were not straight and both rear tires were wearing on the inside.replaced both rear shocks.that didn't solve the problem and the rear tires were still not straight.next i went to mike naughton ford dealership and talked with a service representative about the problem and asked if there was a recall.the technician said that i needed to bring the vehicle in for an alignment and have the rear cambers shimmied so that the wheels would be straight at a estimate cost of $200.00, that there were no recalls to have this work done.last night (10-13-2013), i jacked the vehicle up to look under to see how difficult it would be to perform the work myself.i decided that i would take the vehicle to ford and pay them to do the work.i was jacking the vehicle up to remove the jack stance and both tires fell almost to the floor.i look under the vehicle to identify what happened and found the axle housing bent/broken in half.it appears that it has been cracked/broken for some time because the initial break was rusty.have not been able to follow-up with the ford dealer yet - i believe that the service department might be closed today (columbus day) because i haven't been able to reach anyone by phone.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
We had our left rear tire blow out and it tore off our fuel filler pipe. I imagine this could be extremely dangerous if the rim had sparked it could have caught fire.
2001 ford windstar se sport, 20,000 miles abs, brake, & tire pressure lights come on after first starting car and running for a while.. Abs and brake lights go on and off, tire pressure light stays on even with all 4 new tires equally filled at 35psi. Just bought this van. Transmission slips, had it drained and serviced 1 month ago with no problem reported.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
Power steering system failure. Traction control failure. Anti-lock brake (abs) system failure. Tire pressure monitor system failure.
2001 ford windstar abs warning light comes on intermittently with fewer incidence of low tire pressure warning light although all tires pressure reads 32psi when cold just had scds switch replaced under recall and was told had nothing to do with the abs warning light.
The tire pressure indicator will illuminate for no reason.
I didn't have a crash i noticed that my abs brake and tire pressure light was staying on and a short time after i started hearing a loud rumbling noise in the front end every time i slow an it's impossible to make sudden stops and at times my speedometer starts flickering back and forth as well as my cruise control is currently inoperable. I have limited driving this vehicle in which i purchased due to feeling it is not in a safe manner for my children to be in. I have had several shops as well as individuals that told me these areas are common to go out on this specific vehicle and that there is possible recall. I just want to be able to drive my van with out worrying if i'm going to be able to come to a stop when needed as well as not knowing if i could possible break down or something break in the front end while i am driving at somewhat high speeds. Thank you and hope to hear from someone soon in regards to this situation!
Re: 2001 ford windstar minivanhaving continuous problems with the abs/ brake light /tire gauge being displayed on the dashboard. Also having problems with the speedometer not working . Have had the van in several times to be repaired & problem keeps occurring.
While the vehicle was running, the tire reset warning light illuminated until the vehicle was shut off.
Over thirty separate warranty repairs over two years.faulty electrical door locks (kids couldn't exit), transmission leakage, transmission failure, front-end defects with loud thumping noises and several body problems.most notable body problems are wind noise and water leakage through doors and windows.most recently, the fuel pump failed (@ 37,000 miles).ford has all along refused to acknowledge the problems.now that the vehicle is out of warranty, they have again said they will not doing anything.the vehicle is unreliable and unsafe to operate.
Three months ago, i bought a 2001 ford windstar lx and about a week after the abs and the brake light started to turn on and off sporadically and i noticed that every time i pushed the brake pedal the pedal won't come back up as usual, i changed brake pads, checked the brake fluid level which was low but then everytime i use my van there's like a plastic or fluid burning smell that comes from underneath my van on the passenger side, my cruise control is not working and, i'm afraid something bad could happened in the future, i took my van to a brake shop and they told me there was a recall on the abs system on these vans, i checked fords website entered my vans vin # but there is no recall so looking in the internet i found a website that suggested that i should report that to nhtsa because there is an investigation already open and filling these report might help that investigation ending in a voluntary recall by ford.
The check traction control comes on..... Brake light, abs light and traction off light keep coming on intermittently.turn off ignition and then they go off for a short time then back on.
Ford windstar 2001 van.periodically the check traction control warning message along with the abs warning light and brake light was coming on.now it seems to be occurring more frequently within the past month or two.
The abs, brake, traction control lights come on and whenever it is warm out and the abs and traction control do not work! this is a serious safety issue effecting stopping and steering control and should be a ford safety recall. A faulty computer board expands and contracts causing malfunctions in the system.
Abs lights illuminate on dashboard during which time antilock brake system and traction control does not operate at all.this occurs approximately 10-15 minutes after vehicle has been started and lasts the entire time the vehicle is being operated.this problem appears in warm weather around 95% of the time and about 30% of the time when temperatures are below freezing.appears to be the antilock brake control module overheating but i cannot confirm that.have had the speed control deactivation switch replaced under recall.dealer inspected brake system at the same time and said the control module will have to be replaced at a cost of over $1,000.i am hesitant to spend the money as i am not sure if the new control module will have the same defect.i was hoping the previous recall would solve this problem but it did not.wonder if the two issues are related.
Abs light and brake light on dashboard coming on at the same time.this is intermittent and usually disappears next time the car is started.this started happening after the brake pressure differential deactivation switch (scds) was replaced due to recall.the dealer said that there was brake fluid leakage at this switch when it was replaced.
We purchased a 2001 windstar. After owning the pre-owned minivan for a few short months we started noticing that the abs, brake, and trac control lights would come one after we started driving. Additionally when the lights are on we do not have abs braking or traction control available. I believe the abs braking system does not work as designed. It seems to happen less frequently during the winter about 60% of the time driving the vehicle. During the other 8 or 9 months the lights are on about 99% of the time. I believe that the website www.fordwindstarrecall.info in problem 2 accurately describes the problem i am having. I believe ford should recall this vehicle to fix this problem. Thank you.
2001 ford windstar- abs /traction control lights on in dash.lights have been on and off for the past 2 years, we took the van in for the recall about a month ago and yesterday the abs/traction control lights are on and stay on now so thy are disabled.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the air bag, traction control and brake warning lights continued to intermittently illuminate. The contact noticed that a fuse blew and the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. An unknown local dealer was notified, indicated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer confirmed that there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was not available.
Abs and brake lights come on intermittently on my 2001 windstar se sport. I know of one other windstar in our town who has the exact same problem.
I saw a recall on the speed sensor, my traction controls keeps coming on mother of 4 children and everyday driving van.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while drivingapproximately 40 mph in rainy conditions the abs light illuminated on the dashboard and a message displayed reading "check traction control".the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure because the service light was no longer illuminating on the dashboard.the failure began to intermittently recur while driving under normal conditions.the vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer approximately 4 times where they never attempted to diagnose the failure.the vehicle was never repaired.the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.
Just driving the van and it shows check traction control and my abs and brake lights come on and traction control off. It keeps recurring and do not know what to do to fix it. If i pull over on the side road and shut off the key and wait a minute and start it back up the lights and all go away for a bit. If i drive it with lights on and the check traction control on it smells like something is burning. So i have to pull over and shut it off all the time until the lights are gone.
My wife's 2001 ford windstar brake, abs and trac off (traction control) lights would come on a few minutes after she would drive the car.this was more prevalent during warmer weather than in the late fall or winter.basically something was malfunctioning which caused the abs braking and traction control system from working.i had recently brought her windstar to rye ford for a brake switch recall (probably related to this) and had this problem looked at. Let me say that i purchased this vehicle for her and my family for the safety features that were now failing.the diagnosis was a bad abs module and a hydraulic valve.the cost for the parts from ford were $700 for the ca control, $1,000 for the valve asy modulator and $385 for the 166cmf (not sure what that is).labor came to $385 for a total of $2,110.00 dollars!in doing research i found this problem to be pretty common for the windstar.it has been documented by other ford windstar owners one of which has researched and figured out the cause of this malfunction.please go to:http://www.fordwindstarrecall.info/ and go to problem #2..basically the module malfunctions because a metal plate expands when it warms up (which explains why this problem occurs during the warmer months) and touches the circuitry.there are pictures and evidence of this malfunction on the site.i believe ford is well aware of this issue and has ignored it because it is a big money maker for them. The part cost must be a huge profit for them which is why they ignore this issue.in addition many people i am sure purchased this vehicle as i did for the safety features of the abs and traction control.when ford puts out a vehicle with knowingly inferior parts that would compromise the operation and ultimately the safety to the driver and passengers then ford should be made to correct this situation at their expense and not at the expense of their customers.
There has not been an incident or crash, but the abs, trace off, and brake! light all come on at once.anti-lock brakes and traction control do not function when this happens.it has occurred intermittently for about a year, but happens almost constantly now.the lights would go off after restart, but now come on almost immediately, and stay on in spite of a restart in cold or hot weather.the ford dealership says their diagnostic code indicates a need to replace the "abs module" at a cost of nearly $1300.00 with labor on my 2001 ford windstar lx minivan which now only has 60,000 original miles.i goggled this problem and found a site at www.fordwindstarrecall.info that discussed my problem.*ln
Consumer states cruise control comes on and goes at certain speeds and will not set accurately.dealer checked speed control, but could not duplicate problem.consumer states safety recall 02s33 relating to the trailer tow connector / sealer cannot be performed due to lack of parts at dealership.
Bought the used vehicle from a used car dealer.didn't check for paint peeling or rust, thought a 2 year old car wouldn't have any.i washed the car, and as i waxed it, discovered the peeling paint on the roof rib, almost entire lenghth of vehicle, then found rust at the bottom of the front passenger door and rear passenger sliding door.contacted ford, instructed me to go to local dealership, went to gervais ford in ayer ma.service manager looked over the car, made notes, informed me he would contact ford headquarters to see if they will do anything.two weeks later, he contacted me and informed me there was nothing they could do regarding the paint or the doors rusting from the inside out.
9-10-2015 after numerous attempt's to resolve recall i was driving to work on ritchie hwy and the rear axile which was one of the many recalls made me loose control of vehicle and once i gained control car was drivin to near supermarket parking lot and driver's side axile broke and car was disabled i later made it to work and was taken via ambulance to hospital onset panic attack. Contacted car ins and ford customer service since 9-10-15 i was given case# cas7858636 not until 9/2016 i contacted ford after numerous calls within 1 yr period spoke to christie and she explained me that customer service failed to contact me "sorry" then she contacted ford bob bell service station and i towed car again with my money. And have yet to hear from them i almost died in this car and no one has made my experience good i know have anxiety and no car......no rental.
This vehicle was serviced on 7/12 and on the way home the engine light came on. I contacted the dealer and took the vehicle in for correction. Finally determined that a ceramic plug at the top of the gas tank had cracked. Needed to replace entire tank and it was.two weeks later driving and a big time gas leak developed-fire dept called and vehicle towed for repair. Fire department stated that we were lucky that there was not a fire and ensuing explosion.there was another windstar at the dealer at the same time with the same problem.
Takata inflators;iford denying my request f vin #[xxx] i have an obvious crack (see photos) directly under the bracket a band-aid that ford issued in an earlier recall on my rear axle with the sole purpose of this band-aid to prevent such cracking.apparently my bracket part was deemed installed correctly, effectively causing a denial for a replacement part on my windstar.clearly this bracket failed and did not stop my rear axle from experiencing cracking! ford clearly new exactly where this cracking would occur because the crack appears directly under the bracket installed to create a stronger part.the only thing holding this rear axle together is this bracket. This particular part in question is directly below the gas tank, should this crucial part experience failure while driving on a 70mph highway what would happen? also looking at my windstar on a lift we noticed the center of the windstar seems to be sagging (see photos) from what appears to be the under carriage breaking down from rust and corrosion, this appears to be causing extreme structure failure.i do reside in one of the stated salt belt states as being the state of iowa. What would the full criteria for this recall and buyback program on certain windstar?s in 2011 thru 2013 be? why was my windstar limited excluded in this recall?i still have not been advised not to drive my windstar by any current ford representatives.however former ford mechanics have advised me not to drive my windstar, these same mechanics? are adamant my windstar is unsafe! i have been attempting to fix the concerns that moffitts ford in boone iowa wanted me to repair at the time of the axle inspection. Only having more concern brought to my attention about the axle. I wrote [xxx] a letter 2/15/17 asking to overturn and allow repair[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. Occasionally, the contact has to spend time maneuvering the gear shift out of park. The dealer stated that there was a related safety recall; however, it was performed on the vehicle with the first owner. The current mileage was 129,500 and the failure mileage was 124,000.updated 06/25/08 the consumer requested to withdraw his complaint, since the dealer said the problem was originating from somewhere else and the recall problem was not the issue. Updated 06/25/08
Over drive flashing off and on will not go off. Fuses blow out right after you start up the van.it started when i made a turn at a green light. On the back roads.
This is the second time i have had the van in because the check engine light came on.the first time they told me it was a faulty sensor but now they say it is a cracked seal in the fuel tank.when i asked the part's guy when i could expect the part in he told me that there was a "national backorder" on the fuel tank because ford has had to replace a lot of them.
On two occasions we have had to have our axel replaced. This happened 6/18/2009 and 7/13/2010.the mileage was 156,000 and 171,210 respectively.the amount with towing came to $1,473.37.reimbursement check came 1/29/2011 for$978.80 with no explantion regarding the difference and both receipts returned.brought windstar to schultz ford in nanuet, ny and was told there were no cracks in the axel and i would be notified when replacement part was in.this was october. It is now going to be february and still no parts at the schultz ford in nanuet to ensure this axel doesn't crack. Please help. It seems as if they are delaying hoping your car will no longer be in service to require this recall. How very dangerous to place money over safety.
Power steering system failure. Traction control failure. Anti-lock brake (abs) system failure. Tire pressure monitor system failure.
I was told by my mechanic in october 2010 that i have a crack in the front subframe on the passenger side of the vehicle.
"check engine light" - ford vehicles have this problem.i had a 95 ford aerostar, 95 windstar and the check engine light occationally turned on.i called the dealership and was told not to worry because it's only for the emmision system.i have a 2001 windstar and 2002 explorer sport tract with the same problem - the check engine light.my wife brought the windstar back to the dealership and they fixed the problem with the fuel cap not properlly closed, according to the mechanics.can the manufacturer make a different warning light rather than confusing the driver with an engine problem?
The rear axle broke when our daughter was driving home from work at night. When she got home she told us that the van was not handling well at all. It turns out the rear axle had cracked which caused the driver's side rear wheel to push up into the wheel housing and start rubbing against the wheel well. Luckily this happened near our home and she didn't have much further to go as it became very difficult to handle. Also lucky the speed was only about 30 mph, because i'm not sure it would have made it safely home if it happened while driving at a higher speed. Our van was part of a recall that was done in 2011 where they installed brackets/clamps instead of replacing the rear axle. The break has occurred right under the clamping bracket. It also appears to be cracked on the rear passenger side as the tire is tilting into the wheel well on that side also. It appears ford has left many windstar drivers in a potential very dangerous situation.
Power rear sliding doors. Will open when driving!!! have two small children in the back and they have popped open at speeds in excess of 50 mph. Took to mechanic who cleaned tracks that doors run on. Fixed issue for two (2) days then issues returned. Ford claims it is regular wear and tear, but the mechanic says there is no issue with vehicle parts...it's the exposed track getting dirty that can cause this issue!!!
Front subframe rusted on passenger side at lower control arm attachment point.rear side of attachment point is completely rusted away.front side of attachment point is still intact but is rusted and cracked.vehicle is deemed unsafe to drive.photographs can be submitted if required.
I recently had my windstar front end worked on by a local ford dealer, who was supposed to take care of all recall issues. They did a crappy job of that and now the vehicle is sitting my driveway with the axle snapped in half. Had it towed to my home when it broke on the highway. This is not a safe vehicle and we were very lucky no-one got hurt.
Rear axle broke when driving slowly pulling into our driveway on street.
Took vehicle to dealership for brake examination (abs light came on) and service advisor told that there were corrosion holes in rear axle and it was not safe to drive!!! should have been recalled by ford and repaired at their expence as i was told it has been dangerous to drive for some time...
Ford windstar 2001 - problems with abs/brake light:coming on and off intermittently. Sometimes it will stay on for a long time, then goes off. Then will come back. Replacing brake shoes, drums, brake pads, bleeding cylinders, did not solve the problem. It cost me over then $500 in repairs but problem still there.
On november 2nd of 2010, i was driving and noticed the vehicle was not steering properly and the wheel was not aliened as it should be, i then got under the vehicle as i was replacing an o2 sensor and noticed the extensive corrosion on the passenger side sub frame, i took a photo of it and showed my husband, he said in no way to drive that vehicle. I had it towed.the sub frame was so corroded by not driving in my opinion saved my 83 year old moms life, and mine. The drivers side is almost as bad, i have photos and the repair slip cost me 324.00 to weld to safety.this obviously is a major problem with these vehicles and needs to be addressed.i took over this vehicle november 30th of 2010, my mom owed it in new york since 2003.
I was turning a corner and heard a loud bag, as if metal has snapped. I took the car to my ford dealer who said that the font subframe where the sway bar was attached had rusted through and that the sway bar was now not attached to the subframe and was banging. Ford has fixed the frame on two different rust recalls under "recall 11s16", but said this was not covered and would cost $2085.75 for the subframe plus labor and hardware. I asked if the car was safe to drive and received a non specific answer! if ford windstar has this much problem with there frame rusting why is this not covered??
Brought my van in for recall for rear axle. Dealer showed me how front passenger side subframehad rusted to a point where it is now unsafe to drive. This could have been a problem if i was driving at the time. I know ford is now under investigation with the same vans and wanted to let you know i have one. The underside of my van is nearly rust free except for the subframe mounting point only on the passenger side.
I was driving my van down the road at about thirty five. Heard a loud thunk and realized i was not accelerating anymore. The van stopped almost immediately after. Called a tow truck because i thought it was the transmission. After evaluating the damage we realized that the frame had broken where the wheel stabilizer arm mounts to the frame on the passenger side. Also my passenger drive shaft pulled out from the transmission.so in this repair it is going to take a sub frame. And the half shafts from transmission to wheel.
Abs modal failure bad soder connection abs light and thus brake lights on dash stay on
At a major intersection getting onto a highway our subframe gave out and we came to a screeching halt & a dead stop. The entire subframe under the passengers side of the van rotted and the wheel was up against the frame of the car. It could have caused a major accident. It cost us $1,500.00.
Yes i contacted ford about the recall on the rear axle they said i dont have a recall on my van but my rear axle just split
2001 ford windstar. Consumer writes in regards to recall letter and repairs *tgwthe consumer did not specify which recall.
Rear axle is cracked after brackets were put on due to recall. We noticed this is an old crack and saw it while checking for the cause of a rattle noise. We have no idea when the crack occurred but the recall brackets were put on several years ago by keller bros. Ford lebanon, pa. They reinspected the brackets and said they were put on correctly. If that's the case; why did the axle crack? why won't ford pay to have it fixed if it's known to have a problem cracking?
2001 ford winstar. Consumer writes regarding recall *tgwthe consumer stated she has called several dealers to have the recall performed. However, due tothe large volume of recalls,dealers are only servicing vehicles that were purchased at their dealership.the dealership where she purchased her vehicle from is no longer a ford dealership. Consumer did not reference recall.
Between my march 2015 oil change and my july 30 2015 oil change the control arms broke and completely ruined a tire all the way around the tire. Chewed it up very badly putting me at risk for an accident from a blow out or loss of control.i don't know exactly when the problem occurred.the problem was found by the shop at the oil change.i am finding online where there is much concern about the control arms on these vehicles.both front lower control arms were replaced by the shop. The brought one of the tires into the lobby for me to see and it was absolutely chewed up all the way around the tire.it is a wonder i did not have an accident.
When i started my minivan it was an afternoon.i noticed that when i started driving the minivan it was like forcing it self then i would change the speed and it would sound different but it felt like it was heavy, i would change it to n and it still make this sound like if i was driving on a wet highway and engine was still loud. When i would speed more than 30 mph it just wouldn't respond as it did before. I purchased this minivan not to long ago -i would say close to a month-. When taking it for a test drive everything looked good, sounded ok -other than the shocks that needed to be replaced- and no lights were on.but after two days had gone by the previous owner said that the abs light would "sometimes" turn on and would turn off on its own.so, i had a mechanic inspect the minivan for the replacement of the shock wondering if this might take care of the problem, but after the work was done the abs and brake light started to turn on. Went back to the mechanic because it came making weird sound on the left side so he told me that brake pads also needed to be replaced, so i thought to myself this would take care of the problem which it didn't happen. Now after close to a month of owning this minivan and weather becoming much hotter i noticed this problem. I had a mechanic look at it again today and he suggested that a take it to a ford dealership to have the minivan inspected since he was also aware of arecall done on these types of vehicles.i am just afraid to keep on driving it because i can tell something is just not right and i feel that it's just going to brake down on me anytime soon. And since i have a baby i prefer not to drive or drive a long distance or even on a high speed.
Vehicle was pulling away from a stop sign when there was a loud thunk.the engine ran away, the steering became unresponsive, and the brakes stopped working.fortunately the vehicle was headed uphill and beached itself on a snow drift on the sidewalk.both rear attachment points for the engine subframe had rusted out and given way.the engine dropped until it was supported by the remainder of the frame and exhaust system dragging the road.if this had not happened at such a low speed, this could easily have been a deadly failure.as a long time engineer in the auto industry, i find this type of failure within the service life of the vehicle to be totally inexcusable.this form does not even have a listing for a frame failure. On a final note, i called ford about this failure.they informed me that the vehicle was out of warranty and they had no interest in investigating the failure - also inexcusable.
The air flow from air condition stops plwing whe the vehicle reachs the speed of 40 miles in motion
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
The rear axle split/broke while driving 5 mph turning onto a street. Both wheels are now rubbing against the frame.
Nhtsa recalls 01v261000 and 01v207000. Dealer has been contacted for repairs.dealer failed to return phone calls over a two week period, after filing a complaint with nhtsa, the dealer scheduled an appointment.
I was driving down the road about 35 mph when my gauges started to bounce back and forth like crazy until 1 of them broke off. I manage to fix the broken gauge and then about 5 days later it happened again. I manged to fix it once again and now it's doing it more often. I've had the altanator checked, battery checked, and i've had the codes pulled on it and there is no codes on it.
Good day, i was driving on a road going 40 mph when my rear axle cracked and my rear wheels caved in. I had my wife and kids in the van with me on the way to work. It was around 5:45 when this happened. I was able to regain control. Luckily no one was hurt. Is there's a way i could get help??
I was driving and turned into a parking lot and heard a thump, originally i thought i may have ran over something. The noise continued when turning as i drove home. On december 27, 2010 our vehicle was taken in for the rear axle recall and to diagnose the thump noise in the front passenger wheel. We were told by the ford dealership mechanic that the sub frame front passenger side was corroded and needed to be replaced ... $1900service estimate!!
Re: nftsa safety recall 15v-608we had to pay ford $300 or else they were not going to perform the recall work.why should we have to pay anything at all for a recall which is a fault of ford and not us at the owner? we are not happy at all with this situation but felt forced to pay for the safety of the driver and passengers of this vehicle.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
Regarding defect information report, ford recall 09s09, 49 cfr part 573, october 9, 2009, from the auto safety office, ford motor company, to the associate administrator for safety assurance nhtsa. "service procedure" states "on windstars with a leaking switch the repair will also involve inspection and repair,if necessary, of the abs module connector.repairs will be completed at no charge to owners."my 2001 windstar was diagnosed with a faulty abs module connector on 11/09 and needs to be replaced. The service manager at my local ford dealer refuses to investigate this problem and states he has no knowledge of this potential complication as a result of the leaking switch.abs module connector has not been replaced.
Vehicle lurches forward and revs at very high rpms while moving at slow speeds.
The contact owned a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while parked and unoccupied, the vehicle engulfed into uncontrollable flames, which moved intensely in the direction of a nearby residence and burned the front structure of the house. The fire department extinguished the excessive flames. The fire was contributed to an electrical issue involving the speed deactivation switch. The vehicle was declared destroyed and towed to a savage facility. The contact discovered a recall after the failure occurred and was displeased to know that she was not previously notified of the recall. The recall was associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). The contact experienced the identical consequence mentioned in the recall. The manufacturer was notified and they stated that the vin was included in the recall, but they were unable to provide additional assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. The vin was unavailable.
Braking distance suddenly increased.
I am writing this to whom this may concern speed control on windstar 2001 is the idling problem when putting drive the idle goes up to 35 the 40 mile an hour running making it hard to stop until it drops if it drops vehicle likes to lunge forward when leaving a stoplight or stop sign or sitting still in line at traffic this is a real problem i have had the sensors changed twice this problem still exists soon as you touch the gas pedal the vehicle jumps to 35 to 40 mile an hour. If there's a recall for this problem i sure would like to know about it thank you very much.[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The abs and brake light began coming on intermittantly a couple of months ago.it seems that the abs ecu module is the problem as multiple abs codes were read.now, two months later my cruise control no longer works.if you do the research online as well as in your complaint section for 2001 winstar it is an all too common problem.it seems to be a problem that was not addressed properly on an earlier recall by ford (09s09) which included a scds wiring harness replacement only caused by brake fluid leaking onto wiring and causing a potential fire hazard.many owners believe the fluid not only ran down the wiring continuing to run onto the abs connector causing parts to short out and fail and also onto the cruise control connector causing it to fail.i truly believe this is the reason all these abs modules are failing...it's amazing how many complaints with my same problem are on your websitethese are very expensive parts to replace (over $1000) plus labor.the absence of the abs system does cause braking problems and can cause the brakes to lock up and skid...this happened to me...just missed having a wreck!the connector to the cruise is also being effected causing it to fail as well.i think ford should be required to at least check these vehicle and replace these parts if they are found to be faulty before someone gets in an accident.they may have already.
My abs light and brake light and tractoin controll lights are all on at all times nowand my speed domitor has slowly gone out on my 2001 windstar sel the date below is an aprox
My abs brake light is still on.i had recall 09s09 performed at a ford dealership.my cruise control does not work.my brake! light comes on and stays on intermittently.
I was driving down the highway, and engaged the cruise control.upon approaching an intersection, i hit the off button and the cruise control would not dis-engage.
2001 ford windstar abs warning light comes on intermittently with fewer incidence of low tire pressure warning light although all tires pressure reads 32psi when cold just had scds switch replaced under recall and was told had nothing to do with the abs warning light.
While sitting at a stop with foot applied to the brake pedaland brake pedal failed and went straight to the floor. Vehicle lurched forward with force andentered first lane of traffic onhighway. Abs light illuminated on the dashboard, and the warning chime went off.several timesvehicle has beenat dealer to determine problem, but nothing has been found. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
Abs yellow warning light on, red brake light on and cruise control will not work. Have replaced the abs module with unit from a salvage yard in oct 2008 and it failed june of 2009. The brake pressure switch on the bottom of the master cylinder was replaced in oct 2008 and it has failed again in may 2009 with intermittent operation of the cruise control or the cruise control kicking out intermittently.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact had the cruise control set at 60 mph when the vehicle suddenly accelerated to over 60 mph. When the contact applied the brake, the cruise control did not disengage. When the contact shifted into neutral, the cruise control disengaged. The failure occurred twice after the vehicle was taken to the local dealership for repairs for recall 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). The contact planned to take the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis. The current and failure mileages were approximately 18,000.
When i started my minivan it was an afternoon.i noticed that when i started driving the minivan it was like forcing it self then i would change the speed and it would sound different but it felt like it was heavy, i would change it to n and it still make this sound like if i was driving on a wet highway and engine was still loud. When i would speed more than 30 mph it just wouldn't respond as it did before. I purchased this minivan not to long ago -i would say close to a month-. When taking it for a test drive everything looked good, sounded ok -other than the shocks that needed to be replaced- and no lights were on.but after two days had gone by the previous owner said that the abs light would "sometimes" turn on and would turn off on its own.so, i had a mechanic inspect the minivan for the replacement of the shock wondering if this might take care of the problem, but after the work was done the abs and brake light started to turn on. Went back to the mechanic because it came making weird sound on the left side so he told me that brake pads also needed to be replaced, so i thought to myself this would take care of the problem which it didn't happen. Now after close to a month of owning this minivan and weather becoming much hotter i noticed this problem. I had a mechanic look at it again today and he suggested that a take it to a ford dealership to have the minivan inspected since he was also aware of arecall done on these types of vehicles.i am just afraid to keep on driving it because i can tell something is just not right and i feel that it's just going to brake down on me anytime soon. And since i have a baby i prefer not to drive or drive a long distance or even on a high speed.
The check traction control system warning illuminates, as well as the abs,trac off, and the brake system warning lights on the dash.
Consumer states cruise control comes on and goes at certain speeds and will not set accurately.dealer checked speed control, but could not duplicate problem.consumer states safety recall 02s33 relating to the trailer tow connector / sealer cannot be performed due to lack of parts at dealership.
Subframe broke 8/2010 and replaced. Rusted badly 12/2011 ford dealer fixed , also checked real axeland fixed,recall #11s16 for the brake pressure differential switch leaking, brake light now coming on speedometer not registering odometer not registering ,abs light on, information center says trans error fuel error temp error and also cruise control surges cuts out and the braking distance change suddenly and without warning,the abs and ecm is wet with oil not covered properly. I think this is a ongoing problem with front the brake switch recall that still not fixed.
While pulling into a parking space, after removing foot from accelerator, the vehicle surged forward and could not be stopped with normal braking.the vehicle struck the side of another car before standing on the brakes finally resulted in stopping the vehicle. Mr
The needles on the temperature gauge, rpm gauge and gas gauge started to move up and down in a crazy manner. After a while, it stopped, but it comes back occasionally.also, the abs and brake light will come on at times. I had the brakes looked at and nothing appears to be wrong.
Abs, traction control, cruise control and speedometer either are intermittent or not working at all.this causes issues with braking, vehicle control, driver attentiveness and other safety related issues.
I turned inmy ford windstar on to the john west ford diler , the abs, and brake lights came on 3 days before to brought it for been diagnosed. 2 days after they gave me an estimate for $ 2400.00 dollars. That really surprise me and i answerno thanks do not fix my car.they put my van together and since that moment my van i didn't start again is like a death .they said the pcm and abs module got burned. I think they made a mistake and kill my van pcm but i cant proved. I was reading the abs recall about and sounds like there is nothing releated wiht the pcm module.any way they sent my van back home ontoa town truck and at this moment a can't find the problem yet. Oh i almost forgot some for sure they charge me $ 200.00 for diagnosis.if you want to confirm my history you can call[xxx]information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Speed control pressure switch up under the master cylinder is linking and caused fuse #10 to short out, i had to disconnect speed control amp in order to drive my car.
I was driving down the interstate going to a local fast food when i loss all acceleration the car was slowing down even though i was giving it gas. Knowing i was slowing down i turned my hazard lights on and coasted to the shoulder lane the car was still running so i turned the car on and off. I still had no acceleration the car wouldn't go into any gear or reverse i had know choice but to tow it home.i looked around on the internet to find out what the problem is it seems that this is all to common with ford windstars. Just looking for a solution to what seems to be a problem even if you go down the list of possible replacements just needing help with a solution. I didn't have the usual indicators that you would have when something goes wrong my engine light didn't come on at all which is weird.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the dealer repaired the vehicle under the nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) recall, but the failure recurred.the manufacturer denied any assistance with repairing the defect.the contact stated the recall did not give a solution to the defect, but instead slows down the failure from occurring.the failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 116,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that brake fluid was leaking onto the wiring harness and caused a shortage with the vehicle speed control, instrument cluster and the radio. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control), which the dealer installed a connector to the brake pressure switch but the repair did not correct the failure. The dealer did not include the fused wiring harness in line with the scds. The contact stated that after the vehicle was taken to his home, he installed a number 10 fuse however, the connector was still faulty and caused smoke to emit from the wiring harness.the dealer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was also notified, who advised that they had performed the required recall repair but could provide no further assistance. The failure mileage was 103,153.
Consumer states vehicle jumps forward sometimes when first start off.dealer states appears to be operating normal.
Customer brought vehicle in for abs light on, found scds switch to be leaking brake fluid and replaced with a motorcraft updated switch. After service while vehicle was still in shop bay with ignition off, vehicle abs unit started on fire. We then removed all power from vehicle and found that after removing the abs module connector brake fluid was found inside of abs module, and the connector was melted. We then called ford dealership to see if the were any recalls concerning this vehicle and the abs module and or switch, and were told that there were none. We have since found many articles online concerning this matter, and yet no recall ? another half hour and the doors would have been closed for the night, we would have lost our shop, all vehicles inside. Please make them stand behind this clear and evident problem.
The abs light has been on but no one can tell me why.it goes out when the vehicle is shut off but will light up again after about 10 minutes of driving. The cruise control would work sometimes and not others.if finally quit working all together.the fuses are all fine. The power windows and door locks work sometimes and not others or might work on one side of the vehicle but not the other.
I purchased. This car in august 2013 before i got the car has 20 miles down the road the brake light came on subsequently both the abs and the emergency brake light has come on and off the abs light is on most of the time and there is a noise when breaking my mechanic doesn't know what it is and i have found out that this is a recall problem on other vehicles by calling the ford dealer and looking online.this particular van is not covered but it's clearly having the same problem. The speed control stop working within three or four months of my having the car as well.and the rear wiper doesn't work and i'm very suspicious as to why.
After having the ford windstar oct. 09 09s09 recall fixed on our 2001 windstar due to leaks and malfunctioning a/c and cruise control, the abs and brake indicator lights are still intermittently lighting on the dashboard.the ford dealer we took it to said that when those are on, we have no abs system because the ecm is malfunctioning at those times.we're seeing increased braking distance with this problem.
While traveling on the highway, the door will unexpectedly open without prior warning, dealership is aware of problem. . . Also the driver seat will not move, dealer replaced the fuse, the cruise control was inoperative. And the door ajar light was on.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving there was a burning smell coming from the vehicle.it was parked and when the hood was open, flames erupted from the engine compartment.the fire was extinguished and the vehicle was driven to a dealer.upon inspection, the fire started from the cruise control deactivation switch.there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v388000, regarding the vehicle speed control.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the model and vin.
Abs and brake light on and cruise control not working leaking master cylinder switch.
I took my van in for the 11s16 recall and now problems are taking place afterwards. I got my van back and now the check engine light is on and coolant is leaking everywhere.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact depressed the brake pedal with the cruise control engaged, the cruise control would not activate again.the vehcile was driving 65 mph at the time.when she used the controls on steering wheel, she would be able to use the cruise control again.otherwise, until the vehicle came to a complete stop, the cruise control would not power up again.a mechanic nformed her that there was a recall for the issue; however, the dealer stated that one did not exist.the contact was also informed that there was some sort of switch on the master cylinder that could catch fire.the current mileage was 94,636 and failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch (scds) (2b264) located under the master cylinder (behind the air filter)developed a leak. This caused a short and a fuse trip, fuse #10 if the engine is on. This leak also caused brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module (2c219). The fluid accumulated on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground. Lights that stay on are: abs,and brake, od flashes.speedometer and odometer do not work.also there is noheat or ac.
Abs light comes on intermittently, even in summer with no adverse driving conditions.it stays on for varying lengths of time, then disappears for some time, then out of the blue comes back on.braking a little bit harder than usual does seem to trigger it.also, recently, the cruise control just suddenly stopped working.it worked fine one day, then all of a sudden, a day or two later, i hit on, but it refused to set.i tried again on another day and it still wouldn't set.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact was driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle surged forward until he abruptly applied to the brakes.the failure also occurred while the contact was stopped with the brakes depressed.in addition, the brake light would intermittently illuminate while the vehicle was shut off.the vehicle was not taken to have the failures diagnosed and was not repaired.the contact stated that neither failure occurred until after the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly).the failure and current mileage was 126,000.
No recall notice sent to me regarding cruise control switch recall that could cause fire while driving or idle.my 2001 ford windstar was parked in my driveway approximately 5:30 pm on 04/21/2010 and at 10:57 the engine caught fire and blew up.the fire also melted the siding on the house.
2001 ford windstar. I took it to the dealership to have some safety recalls done. A few days later i was driving along and smoke started boiling out from under the hood so i pulled over and by the time i got stopped and got the kids out safely it quit smoking. I raised the hood and could see some burned wiring under the brake master cylinder. We got back in and drove on then the transmission started shifting wrong and the brake pedal didn't feel right,it felt spongy. I took it to my mechanic who is ase master and ford senior master certified. He replaced the trans range sensor and told me that the fire was caused by a defective cruise control deactivation switch leaking brake fluid.he replaced the switch and advised me to take it back to the dealer and have them do the recall which is what they were supposed to have done in the first place. He said that it also had a damaged abs module and wiring and that was part of the recall.i called them and they said they only did the rear axle recall that was on the letter i got from ford. My mechanic said that they were required by law to complete all safety recalls while it was in their possession. I am going to take it back but i'm afraid to drive it cause it hardly has any brakes. My mechanics said it was because all the brake fluid leaked out of the switch and got air in the lines.
Intermittentlyvehicle has a 6-7 second delay response to acceleration. When throttle is appliedengine revs up, and jerks before accelerating.problem is more likely to happen in the morning.dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
The abs and brake lights on the dashboard light up and stay lit. They will only go off after the key is turned off. It took several trips to the ford dealership for them to diagnose these:perform q test abs system found multiple dtc's cmdtc c1185 abs pwr relay output circuit failure, c1194 lf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1198 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1210 rf outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1246 rr outlet valve coil circuit fail, c1250 lf inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1254 rr inlet valve coil circuit fail, c1446 brake switch circuit failure open or shorted to ground, u1262 scp data link fault, fail speed deactivation switch.
Takata recall. My van will not shift out of 1 gear. Only can reach maximum of 20 miles per hour.
After coming to a stop brakes were applied but engine still raced. This happened a second time on june 18, 2002.the vehicle lurched foward as consumer was attempting to place vehicle in park.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
Abs light on 2001 ford windstar stays on & all odometer functions & radio cease operation & freeze in place!
Cruise control deactivation switch leaking and causing brake lights to stay on.
The brake deactivation switch leaking break fluid down onto the cruise control.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.while driving at various speeds, the vehicle sporadically loss excessive brake fluid.the dealer stated that the wiring harness that was connected to the vehicle speed cruise control failed and needed to be replaced.the vehicle was repaired at the cost of $86.67.secondly, the technician stated that there was a recall and her vin was excluded from the vin range.the contact was in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 101,000 and current mileage was 103,032.updated 09/16/08 the was a leak in the brake master cylinder.updated 09/22/08.
The contact owns a 2001 ford wind star. The contact noticed that he was losing brake fluid.he then proceeded to take off in the vehicle.upon further investigation he noticed that brake fluid was leaking on the wire harness.he disconnected the cruise control switch and replaced it with a 3 way valve to stop the brake fluid from leaking on the wiring harness.he went to adealer to determine if the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign#01v207000 (vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal). He contacted the manufacturer and was informed that his vehicle was not included in the current recall for the vehicle speed control and no compensation would be offered. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The failure mileage is 140,000 and the current mileage is and the vin are unknown. Bl
While sitting at the red light my brake light, abs light, over drive lights all came on and then my speedometer would not register when i started to go when the light turned green.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact took the vehicle in for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact stated that the vehicle sat idle on the dealers lot for approximately three months before the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired due to excessive corrosion of the front part of the sub frame. The contact was advised to have the sub frame repaired before recall repairs could be performed. The contact stated that the front and rear of the sub frame was one whole part and if the front was replaced, the entire frame would have to be replaced. The frame was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was also repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) and as a result, the entire cruise control system became inoperable after recall repairs. The contact was concerned with the potential of the vehicle catching fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 74,000.
Abs and brake light come on when driving a few miles after starting car, anti lock brakes do not work. If you shut car off and start back up the lights will go off , they will come back on sometime or stay of for several hundred miles. There were no codes stored to bring up .the speed control deactivation switch has been change .
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that after having repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control), the vehicle experienced major electrical problems and brake fluid leaking.the fluid leaked on the abs modules, causing the electronic components to have a short, including the brakes. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the abs module needed to be replaced.the failure mileage was 106,000. The vin was not available.
Had fused wiring harness installed by ford dealership as part of recall 09s09 24/11/09. 12/04/10 am now having brake/abs/trac off dash lights coming on after vehicle running for 20 minutes or so. Braking distance has since increased.
The cruise control stopped working and i thought it was a fuse blown.however, my wife was at a traffic light and a big puff of smoke came from under the hood of the car. We took it to a friend who worked for a ford dealership. He stated that the brake fluid from the reservoir had leaked onto the modules below and they had shorted out.he had seen this many times before and told us it would be about $1300 to get it fixed. As of today, we have not been able to afford the repair.we feel it is unsafe to drive; consequently, the car awaits a recall or a lottery win by us to get it repaired.i am thankful that my wife and other drivers were not injured when this happened. Engineers pride themselves on having an engineering solution for every problem. My hope is that this complaint will help them see the need, along with the others, to bear the burden of this repair, and probably engineer cars that are not slow-ticking time bombs.
Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in an idle position, smoke began coming out from under the hood.there were no warning signals prior to the incident.upon inspection, the cruise control deactivation switch and the brake master cylinder were observed to be completely burnt.the service dealer was contacted, and determined that the fire began in the deactivation switch.the dealer refused to offer a new cruise control deactivation switch and wiring for the electrical system.the manufacturer alerted the contact that replacement parts that were available were defective.
While at a complete stop vehicle started to accelerate and tried to go forward, but consumer was stepping onbrake pedal. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
2001 ford windstar. 96,000 miles.date of incident 01/30/2010while traveling on i95 in the baltimore area my cruise control did not disengage. Instead the vehicle's speed increased to over 80 mph.this happened one time as i will not use the cruise control again.on 02/08/2010 the local ford dealer told me that the recall on my windstar was only for a leaking switch. After completing the recall repair i was told that the cruise control is ok.certainly was not ok on 01/30/2010.
I didn't have a crash i noticed that my abs brake and tire pressure light was staying on and a short time after i started hearing a loud rumbling noise in the front end every time i slow an it's impossible to make sudden stops and at times my speedometer starts flickering back and forth as well as my cruise control is currently inoperable. I have limited driving this vehicle in which i purchased due to feeling it is not in a safe manner for my children to be in. I have had several shops as well as individuals that told me these areas are common to go out on this specific vehicle and that there is possible recall. I just want to be able to drive my van with out worrying if i'm going to be able to come to a stop when needed as well as not knowing if i could possible break down or something break in the front end while i am driving at somewhat high speeds. Thank you and hope to hear from someone soon in regards to this situation!
Had ford motor company recall 09s09 that was issued in october of 2009 performed on my vehicle. Wire harness was replace, no leaks found, however the yellow abs and red brake dash lights remain on. Research indicates that the yellow and red lights on the dash indicate a possible ecm failure which has resulted in fires in several instances.
After repairing my speed controller my abs and brake lights have been coming on the dashboard intermittently and are coming on more and more. Took it to the dealer and no codes show up,but i do not trust it .
I have a 2001 ford windstar.when i received recall notice 09v399000 i brought my vehicle in for the repair.the issue that i was experiencing in regards to the abs/brake lights going on while the car is in use has not been fixed.i believe that there is still and issue that needs to be addressed. This is an ongoing problem.
Ecu module for abs is shorted out and causes gauge cluster to short out. This causes abs light & brake light to turn on and all gauges stop working and they jump around . This was diagnosed byford dealershipin wi. Said brake fluid leaks in to ecu and shorts out wires .told me. $2000.00 to fix. These problems are a safety issue . Absand speedometer and gauges don'twork . Should be a recall .
Loss of brake fluid, melted brake deactivation switch,brake light (red), cruise control will not activate, abs brake light (yellow),ford trouble code c1185.action regarding repair is pending; service person indicated that abs is not functional but brakes will function normally without abs capability.
Feb 26th 2010 2001 ford windstar perfect condition no problems no lights on dash....feb 27th 2010 car is started and smoke poured out of hood on driver side after being started after that the abs light emergency brake light and o/d light are on and the computer information center on the display is advising to check transmission and there is a fuel data computer error and the odometer is blank and the speedometer is not functioning the heater on our vehicle has stopped but the fans still blow but only regular air.i've taken it to a ford dealership today to be repaired under the recall for the vehicle speed control issue and they have done the bare minimum to fix the leaking that has occurred due to the faulty switch leaking brake fluid and starting the small fire i experienced feb 27th 2010 but are unwilling to resolve the remaining issues caused by and listed above.
Abs brake light comes on and disables the abs brake feature.*ln
The parking brake and abs warning lights come on intermittently and tend to stay on when the vehicle is warm.this vehicle has already had the recall 09v399000 performed on it so the lights coming on should not be related to that issue.it appears to be the same problem that many other people are experiencing with their windstar vans which is a bad solder on the abs control module circuit board.i have only driven the van a few thousand miles since the lights started coming on so i have not noticed any loss of function that other people have experienced.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the vehicle began to smoke under the dashboard.the vehicle was driven to a dealer and they disconnected the vehicle speed control.the cruise control relay switch was replaced in 2002.the current and failure mileages were 96,000. Updated 11-19-08 updated 11/20/08.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving at various speeds the contact stated that if she drove over any road bump, the abs and brake warning lights would illuminate intermittently.the contact stated that she received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) and had the vehicle repaired june 2010.the contact stated that the failure persisted after the recall work was performed and that the dealer did not replace the abs control modular. The manufacturer and dealer was contacted and advised that they only had to repair the fuse wiring harness and not the abs control modular, which was not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 160,000. Updated 3/21/11 updated 04/25/11
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The vehicle was parked and engulfed in flames. The fire department was called to scene and the fire was extinguished. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The vehicle was towed to a recovery facility. The contact stated that the failure was directly related to the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number09v399000(vehicle speed control). The recall remedy repair was performed on the vehicle prior to the fire. The cause of failure had not been determined at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 155,816.
While traveling down a hill, and without any indication, the vehicle started to surge forward. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.
Brake light on when it should not be. The dealer wanted to replace the abs control unit at considerable cost.i am concerned that the abs unit and speed control deactivation switch are defective, which could lead to fire as referenced by the attached web site http://www.2carpros.com/forum/previous-vt49767.html?postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=
I have a 2001 ford windstar. I started encountering lose of cruise control about 7 months ago. Then about 3 months ago, the odometer and speedometer just quit working. I paid $400.00 to have the speed sensor replaced but that still didn't work.
Hi, i went in to the ford dealership to take my car for a recall for a speed control switch on 2001 ford windstar, after 2 weeks of being there my brakes and abs lights came on at the same time, i told my husband he said maybe i need it brake fluid, we put brake fluid it was missing some but nothing considerable, that was almost at the end of the winter, the lights will come on and off as they felt like it, but now they stay lid all the time, i was looking online and seems to be lots of owners of same car has same problems with both lights staying lid always. Should this be a ford problem or should i spend $800.00 plus labor to get my car fix????
I had the recall 09809 repair done on my 2001 ford windstar on 12-0-09 (inspected deactivation switch, leaking, replace switch and apply grease to connectors). Prior to that on 7-13-09 i reported to ford dealer that the red brake and yellow anti-lock brake lights came on especially when the ac was on. They quick checked the module and filled brake level per the receipt for $29.50. This past week i took it in again with the same problem and also an oil change and told them i thought the recall repair needed to be done again.they told me the lights coming on where not related to the recall and gave me code #s and stated that it needs abs control modules with a part estimate of $853.88 and labor at $97.50. They stated they contacted ford as i had told them i was wanting an adjustment on the cost of checking on it again and they said fordoffered no assistance. When i had first taken the car in i attempted to show the man a consumer reports article about the recall in the january 2010 edition which mentions the faulty cruise control switch leaking causing potential for a fire. Anyway the second man when i went to pick up the van would also not look at the article and asked me where i heard of it "on the internet?". I feel like the problem stems from what was supposedly fixed in the recall and from what i have now seen on the internet it appears others are still having the same problems after recall repairs. I don't know if i should get the module fixed, have them undo/remove the cruise or abs system or what. I feel ford is trying to get by not entirely fixing the problem due to financial reasons. Please let me know if an investigation can be opened if one has not been already and what my safest best course of action would be.
2001 ford windstar brake failure. Consumer states that the brakes gave way while she was stopped. She states that the dealer would not remedy the problem. She said this past time she went over a cement strip and hit a ground fixture.the panel on the vehicle was damaged.
The abs and hand brake kept coming on intermittently. The braking distance has increased. And now the lights are on almost permanently. Based on reports, am afraid if this is going to result in a fire eventually.
Brake pressure switch defective and leaking on to main wire harness causing fuse to short out.defective part is available.
A few weeks after purchasing my van i had issues with my brake light and abs light coming on while i was driving. It did seem to cause any issues and the lights when off ever time i turned my van off and then back on. A few months ago i was coming up to a red light so naturally i started to slow down when i tried to come to a complete stop i kept going. The perfect way to describe what happen, it felt like i hit my brakes on a solid sheet of ice. I could here the abs clicking and also felt the vibration in the brake pedal. That day it was 95 degrees and sunny. I almost caused an accident and the only things that stopped me was the emergency brake. It continued to do it every time i tried to slow down to stop that i refused to put my children in the vehicle. Last week after almost causing a few accidents i ended up pulling the main fuses to the abs. Since i have done this the only issue i have had is my speedometer acting up. I feel that ford needs to seriously look into this issue. I have already had 5 recalls fixed on my van and this needs to be another one.
I saw a recall on the speed sensor, my traction controls keeps coming on mother of 4 children and everyday driving van.
An electrical connector seal had to be installed, the seat buckles and rear wiper motor cover were replaced, the abs failed, and right before the engine shut down all the lights on the dash board illuminated, after the vehicle was repaired the intake manifold, speed sensor and brake sensor failed. *phrq04011.*pco
Whiledriving my windstar van the abs light came on and stayed on. At random times the brake lightcomes on and off. When both brake lights are on the cruise control doesn't work.
On 08/09/2008, the emergency brake light and the abs light illuminated on the dashboard while driving at 60 mph under normal conditions.the vehicle then had to be jump-started, and i noticed a faint burning smell while driving.upon exiting the vehicle, i noticed the burning scent was extremely strong.the vehicle is now inoperative.the battery, purchased at sears on 06/04/2005, can no longer hold a charge.the electrical system has gone haywire.for example, the headlights now come on, dimly, when the switch is in the off position.the mileage at the time of this incident was 119,200.i had one prior experience with the emergency brake light and the abs light illuminating on the dashboard.in june 2007, both warning lights came on intermittently only when the vehicle was in reverse and were accompanied by a loud squealing sound in the brakes. Twice, on wet pavement, my brakes did not function normally.although i avoided any collision, on one occasion i was forced to proceed through an intersection where the traffic light had just turned red.an independent garage inspected the brakes and could find nothing wrong.the computer diagnostic was code c1185.as a precaution, they flushed the brake system.thereafter, the brakes functioned normally.the emergency brake light and the abs light came back on intermittently again in may 2008.again, this happened when the vehicle was in reverse and was accompanied by squealing brakes.i had a ford dealership go over the vehicle and received a written report in may 2008 that showed the brakes to be in acceptable condition.there were no further incidents until august 2008.because of the complaints i've read on the nhtsa website, i will mention that the cruise control deactivation switch on this vehicle has not worked in quite some time.i must use the brake pedal to turn off the cruise control.i urge you to continue your investigation into this dangerous situation.
My 2001 ford windstar abs and brake warning lights have come intermittent on and my cruise control is intermittent.searching the internet revealed that there is a problem with the "speed control deactivation switch" that is mounted on the front of the master cylinder.i have inspected my switch and it does have a fluid leak that is running down the wires.this has not caused any other problems yet.
Had my 2001 ford windstar in for recall 09s09 (also described as 05s28 on my ford service invoice). Speed control deactivation switch was replaced after burning odor was detected and a determination that unit was leaking. Service advisor at ford told me my vehicle would need a new abs electronic control module (ecm). I replied that my on-line research indicated that problems with the ecm could or might very likely be connected to the leaking scds. His answer was that they were "unrelated". Considering my research, that statement appears to be untruthful. I have begun to notice an increase in braking distance. Both my abs and brake lights are on, allowing no distinction to be made between an abs problem and an actual brake problem. This in itself is a design flaw and defect! please note also that there is a design flaw in the ecm, the design of which causes noticeable expansion in the unit during periods of hot weather, and results in electrical contact issues within the unit. I believe this ecm issue also deserves the immediate attention of nhtsa, and an immediate recall from ford. Thank you for giving this matter your most serious consideration and attention. This is a safety issue that concerns many thousands of us, and we appreciate your advocacy on our behalf.
2001 ford windstar abs and cruise control will both stop working at the same time.
My brakes started getting soft and we realized there was a leak we replaced the master cylinder and the problem continued we realized that the leak is coming from the cruise control switch.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving approximately 8-9 mph the contact stated that the abs and red brake light illuminated on the dashboard. The contact checked the brake fluid, and added fluid to the vehicle.he was able to continue driving to his destination with the warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The dealer advised him of recall 09v399000, vehicle speed control and performed the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to an auto parts store for diagnostic testing; however, there were no failure codes displayed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,534 and the current mileage was 131,768.
Abs light, air bag light and brake light keeps coming back on while car is on.
When the abs light and brake warning lights come on, the braking distance significantly increases.this is an intermittent problem that comes on with hot weather.on a cool morning or at night there will be no warning lights, but they come up when car heats up in the sun.the ford recall 09s09 was done on this car and brakes are in very good condition.the abs seems to work when the warning light are gone, but brakes seem to be slow to respond in hot weather when heat triggers the abs warning lights.
The contact's parents own a 2001 ford windstar.while the contact's parents were driving 40 mph, the vehicle completely lost power.they pulled over to the side of the road and noticed flames underneath the hood.after five minutes, the vehicle exploded four times and was destroyed.the fire department was called and a report was filed.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current and failure mileages were approximately 70,000. Updated 11/17/08 the consumer stated he read on the internet that his make and model had problems with the cruise control . Updated 11/18/08.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While driving 55 mph with the cruise control activated and attempting to make a turn, the vehicle proceeded to drive forward without warning. The vehicle caught fire and a fire report was filed. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
The brake pressure differential deactivation switch (2b264) located under the master cylinder (behind the air filter) over time develops a leak. This causes a short and a fuse trip, fuse #10 if the engine is on. This leak also causes brake fluid to wick down two wires to the abs brake module (2c219). The fluid accumulates on the (always on) power connectors for the abs brake system which are powered by fuses 101 and 102 and are both 40 amp. The fluid attracts moisture, road salt and leads to a fire when the fluid and moisture act as conductor between the hot leads and ground. This switch has been the subject of other ford recalls, just not the windstar van yet.this switch will cause cruise control problems, speedometer, odometer and abs brake system problems.
While driving dashboard lights illuminated intermittently. The odometer went out. Consumer stopped the vehicle to look under the hood. There were little sparks of fire under the hood. The wiring that were connected to the master cylindermelted. There was brake fluid leaking down on the wiring.
Brake and abs light go off and on could smell hot copper wire ....code like 11 brake codes all due to abs module.
The same part indicated in recall is bad, my van needs fix. The recall doesn't cover my part or repair because my vin isn't showing any recalls. When the same problem happened to me indicated in the recall. Is there anything i can do?
Failure of cruise control brake switch which caused firecar was "power braking", causing overheat of rotors , brakes, torque converter and transmission.
The accelerator jammed which caused the vehicle to surge backwards and struck some boulders.*mr
While turning into a parking space consumer removedfoot from the accelerator pedal to apply the brakes, andvehicle suddenly accelerated.consumer had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal, and put the van in neutral to stop van from accelerating.dealershipserviced the van twice for this issue, but the problem recurred.
Vehicle's back end swayed left and right, making it difficult to maintain control. The cause was undetermined. The consumer stated that the rear control arm broke while driving.the bolt was replaced and a rattling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle.the lower rear tight side bolt was no good.the conusmer stated that the engine light was on. Tests found vacuum leaking from the intake manifold.lower and upper intake manifold gaskets were replaced.idle speed control was replaced. The brakes squeaked .when taking off from a stop light the vehicle idles high.*tc
-the contact stated that while he was driving 35 mph the adjustable accelerator pedal became stuck to the floor. The contact depressed the brake pedal but, the vehicle continued to accelerate. This acceleration continued for a number of seconds. Then, the contact shifted the vehicle into neutral and applied the emergency brakes in order for the throttle to disengage.the road condition on the date of the incident was fairly dry, so contact feels that the weather condition was definitely not an issue.the contact took the vehicle to the dealership and they stated that they wouldn'tbe able to cover his vehicle under the nhtsa recall number 01v207000 due to the fact that his vehicle wasn't built until 06-20-01.
Receivedrecall notice in mail concerningthrottle pedal sticking, and contacted dealership. Inquired if had parts available before bring vehicle in, and was informed they did. Took vehicle in, and later informed no parts were available.would need to order parts,andwould have mats in a few days. Ownerwas upset regarding issue.
While driving atlow speed accelerator pedal stuck in full throttle. As a result,driver hit a wall at 60 mph.no injuries reported.
While trying to stop consumer will pressaccelerator pedal instead onbrake pedal due to the fact thatacceleratorpedal and brake pedal are too close. Dealer notified.
Vechicle accelaration when foot is off gas.pumping gas pedal did not stop this action. Pumping brakes or pressing hard on brakes do not stop action. Only placing the car in neutral and then shifting back into drive stop this action. Was on merritt parkway in ct when this occurred. This is the second occurrence for this vechile.
Dt*:the contact stated while driving 35 mph the adjustable accelerator pedal became stuck the floor.the contact depressed the brake pedal put the vehicle continued to accelerate.this accelerationcontinued for a number of seconds. Then, the contact turned off the ignition and shifted the vehicle into neutral.subsequently the o2 light came on.this happens when theignition is turned off at a high rate of speed, per the owner's manual. This happened on a windingtwo lane road why contact's wife and children were in the vehicle. There isnhtsa recall # 01v207000 regarding the accelerator pedal.the vehicle had the same problem as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin number.
The location of the brake peddel in relationship to the gas pedal has resulted in the gas pedal being depressedwhen trying to brake as they are too close together.(my husband will no longer drive the van as this is a problem thatoccurs most often for him due to his larger shoe size.) additionally, the brake pedal is much higher than the gas pedal and my foot became tangled under the brake pedal, causing me to roll into on comming traffic when trying to stop while exiting from a parking lot.no accident occured as the on-coming traffic stopped in time to avoid my van.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact heard a popping sound and noticed smoke coming from her vehicle.the vehicle caught fire.the cruise control switch shorted out and caused brake fluid to leak into the wiring harness.the leak then flowed into the abs module and created the fire.the contact filed a claim with her insurance company and they found that the vehicle had a defective part from the dealer.the claim was closed.the vehicle was towed to a ford dealer.when the contact stated that she notified her insurance company, both the dealer and the manufacturer decided not to pay for the damage.the vehicle sustained $2,197.50 worth of damage.the current and failure mileages were 123,000.
The contact owns a 2001 ford wind star. He stated the brake pressure switch is leaking brake fluid and this causes his cruise control not to work.while he was driving the vehicle using his cruise control it slowed down and he could not put the cruise control back on.he took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told the brake fluid is leaking and not going into the brake pressure switch which operates the cruise control.he contacted the manufacture and was told his vehicle is not under warranty or recall.the failure mileage is 115,500. Bl
Cruise control stopped working, and noticed intermittent abs/brake light.after researching, found that the brake pressure switch was leaking brake fluid through the connector.fluid had wicked into the cruise control module as well.even though this switch is the subject of failures and recalls on numerous models, the dealer refused to replace or apply the company designed fix to the vehicle.i am concerned that this issue has led to numerous vehicle fires, and that the company is not responding to this issue by replacing the switch, but only installing a fuse.repair charges were $210.00.
2 years ago my cruise control went out on my 2001 ford windstar and shortly after that i noticed brake fluid leaking. One morning my wife started the van and smoke poured out from under the hood and we took it to a shop in alvin texas. They replaced a fried speed control switch. When i contacted ford they said it was not under recall and would not reimburse my losses.at the repair shop they stated it is the same switch that is under recall in the other ford products.i still have the switch and have no idea what to do next. Any suggestions from the nhtsa wouldbe greatly helpful.
Consumer experiencing problems turning the cruise control on in the 2001 ford windstar.*mr*sb
On my 2001 ford windstar minivan, at about 62,500 miles on the odometer, the amber abs light and red brake light illuminated.was told by the dealer that it was a faulty hydraulic control unit that was leaking brake fluid on the abs module (estimated repair cost was about $1,100.i had previously researched this problem online, and have found entire forums of windstar owners dedicated to this problem.users had cited a fire hazard that is created by the leaking brake fluid on the abs electronic control unit (one owners van had caught fire due to this on a long trip).i asked about this at the dealership, and they confirmed that this could indeed be a fire hazard.i have pulled the fuses to de-energize the abs ecu, but because of that, am currently operating with no abs braking capability. The leaking fluid had also damaged the cruise control cutoff switch, so i had it repaired at the dealership.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's cruise control activation sensor caught on fire and melted the control module switch and the component caught on fire.the fire was contained in that area and extinguished before it could spread.the manufacturer has this problem on three different models and for the same component whether the vehicle was on or off.this vehicle was off the day the fire incident.updated 10/25/2006 -
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the air conditioner, cruise control, and radio failed.the contact inspected the switch on the master cylinder and noticed that the switch for the cruise control was covered with fluid.the cruise control switch was replaced; however, the new switch also failed.he cut the wires to the switch in order to operate the vehicle.he then heard a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment.the lifters were replaced, but the knocking sound continued.the upper intake was replaced as well.the purchase date was unknown.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 119,000.
Car produced a stong sulfer smell and immediately the abs light and brake light illuminated, the "o/d off" light began flashing, the speedometer died and the odometer cleared.
Dt:caller was concernedabout cruise control burning up. Hemight have had it fixed, but he didn't know for sure. Caller said cruise control would not work, and then the horn would not work. Dealer replaced the steering column. That is all the caller thinks the dealer did.consumer feels vehicle had a defective cruise control and should be included in recall.*sb
Cruise control sensor is malfunctioning and starting to smoke like it could catch on fire under the hood. Sensor has to be replaced.
While the consumer was trying to stop the engine revved from 1000 to 5000 rpm.the dealer replaced the idle control as a possible cause of the problem.the consumer was concerned about the danger if the problem reoccurs.
Off switch on cruise control on my 2001 ford windstar does not work. It stopped working in 2004. I can disengage the cruise control by hitting the brake but it is still active and if i touch the 'resume' button by mistake, suddenly i am back at cruising speed.this has happened twice and both times inarrowly avoided an accident. I spoke to an official in the ford safety dept. And he said it was not a safety issuesince the control could be disengaged.i believe he was wrong and see the potential for an accident here. Additionally there is no indicator light on the dash panel to say whether the cruise control is on or not. This adds to the risk.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the cruise control feature stopped working.the vehicle was taken to the mechanic and brake fluid was found in the cruise control cylinder.the mechanic replaced the cylinder and the failure was corrected.the current and failure mileages were 70,000.
Dt:the contact stated while driving vehicle it caught on fire.the contact pulledover, turnedoff the ignition,and the fire went out.he then drovevehicle to a local mechanic.the mechanic determinedthe fire started as a result of the cruise control deactivation switch.the wires under the hood were burned.the cruise control on the vehicle stopped working approximately one month ago.no repairs weredone to the vehicle.updated 11/29/2005 -
Dt*: the contact stated while turning the ignition off the cruise control caught on fire.the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they determined that the vehicle was not included in the recall #01v207000 due to the vin however the cruise control onnector wasfaulty.the dealer disconnected the part in order to keep the vehicle from further incidents of fire.the dealer recommended the contact call nhtsa to file a complaint.
At about 8:30 at night, i was at home alone and heard strange thumping and hissing noises outside my living room window.i went outside to investigate and discovered flames billowing from under the hood of my 2001 ford windstar van, which was parked in the driveway approximately four feet from our wood frame house.it had not been driven since 4:00 pm.i immediately called 911, and neighbors helped contain the fire with a garden hose while we waited for emergency personnel to arrive.it took firemen a good 20-30 minutes to fully extinguish the flames, which disintegrated the engine, windshield and dashboard area.thankfully the fire did not spread to our house.one of the neighbors who helped that night is a ford service technician.he said that in his opinion the fire was undoubtedly caused by a short in the speed control system.since our vehicle was not one of those recalled for that problem, we had not received any type of warning that our car might spontaneously burst into flames while sitting in the driveway on a cool january night.now that's it's too late, and after doing some internet research, i recognize some symptoms that line up with speed control system failure:1) a few weeks ago my brake light came on.we added brake fluid and the light went off.2) four days before the fire, i tried to use my cruise control in a 30 mph zone and it wouldn't work.that speed may have been too slow to engage the cruise control, but it had worked before.3) two days before the fire, the engine was running very rough.at first i was concerned, but it cleared up as soon as i was able to get out of stop-and-go traffic and onto the highway.after that it ran as usual. I'm grateful that no one was injured by this massive system failure.
Consumer states to check wiper blades.dealer could not find problem.left rear window rattles.dealer tighten window bracket.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.when the contact first purchased the vehicle, it shut off.the rings in the engine had to be replaced.she also heard a rumbling sound when the brake pedal was depressed.an auto repair shop stated that the brakes were operating normally; however, after much complaining, the contact had the front brakes replaced.the windshield wipers stopped working after a new windshield was installed.the vehicle was diagnosed and the motor was found to be the cause of the failure.the motor was replaced.a couple of months later, the vehicle began leaking antifreeze and was towed to a repair shop.the contact was informed that the fuel injection hoses were leaking.the leak was repaired.three weeks later, the vehicle would buck and shut off.she was informed that the catalytic converter was completely destroyed.lastly, the contact noticed an issue with the rear of the vehicle.it would fishtail or wobble while driving various speeds.the dealer stated that the vehicle was no longer included in the factory warranty.the manufacturer has not been notified.the current mileage was 74,056 and failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
2001 ford windstar sport minivan was parked.one person entered thru the drivers side sliding door and pushed thebutton to open the sliding door on the passenger side.loud popping noise was heard and rear passenger side window exploded.large chunks of glass were shattered both inside and outside the car.minor cuts from the glass were sustained. Window was replaced at my expense.
Last night at approximately 8:30 pm, a pleasant evening at about 65 degrees and a light rain; for no reason whatsoever the rear quarter (automated) window exploded on the drivers side. The glass was on the inside of the vehicles back and middle seats as well as in the driveway. Because i have seen several other complaints about this issue, i think this qualifies as a safety hazard because of the shards of glass flying everywhere; if there would have been anybody in the van this could have caused them serious injury. Ford motor company needs to be held accountable for this issue and back it up with action by finding and fixing the problem; or at the very least cover the cost of the damages.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the windshield wipers failed to operate intermittently. The contact also mentioned that the wipers would stop midway and the contact would have to manually reset the wipers. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 169,000.
Well my abs/ brake lights have been on and off ever since i bought this van and i have keep up on everything that need keeping up on. Now i am having problems with my wipers and they don't work on any of the speeds but high and next to high and the other speeds don't work. Another problem i have been having is the electronic slidding doors don't always close or want to stay shut. The doors have even tried to open when driving down the road which is very dangerous considering i have children ridding in the back of my van. I have had codes come up on my van that sound like a manufacturing problem and i have had about enough of this.i have not felt save in my van since they called me in for the recall they fixed on it at dick withems. I still think it needs an inspection by the company and they need to fix everything that is malfunctioning due tomanufacturing problems. I put my children's and my life in ford's hands when i drive this van and if anything ever happens to my children or me i will be getting ahold of ford, my lawyer. I think that when vehicle's are built they should make sure there are less manufacturing problems as possible. Please contact me.
Take my vehicle to recall a year later the wiper went crazy,apparently they did the recall .i called the ford and they told me that if the wiper motor was good not changed and cover
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
7/21/2011 bought van from private party. Recall completed in march of 2011 regarding back axle.on 7/13/20128pm, my 18yr old son, while driving home from lacrosse practice, nearly killed. Upon pulling out onto the main road, he lost all controls, no steering, no brakes and no power. He coasted and prayed it would stop. I arrived, we called aaa. Flatbed to my homedriver could not believe his eyes. The engine had fallen out. 7/16/12 called ford in mich and spoke to rep. To be towed 13 miles away to route 23 auto at our expense. Really?route23wanted nothing to do with me (they did recall). Went back and forth then per rt23 "it will be a month until we can look at it" getting know where.7/18-22 borrowed friend car for tournament.8/1/12 called magarino ford and with great concern had a flatbed that night. This tow truck driver could not believe it. Fluids raced out anddouble stabilized for engine sliding during transport.8/2/12 magarino called 9am, pictures sent to ford and awaiting reply.8/5/12 t/c from m stating ford refuses to buy back and sending a subframe. You mean a recalled one?magarino caught in middlei questioned whether he would put his children in this van. He softly replied, "no" what am i to do, out of work 2 years, single parent with no car to find work. 8/8/12i questioned ford why this van ever left rt 23 auto, according to researched paper a part was waiting on.you mean to tell me that upon this fixed axle nobody noticed the subframe was rotted from inside out causing the engine to fall out the next summer nearly killing my son! but they signed it was fine! really?now we have case # 13730919928/10/12 picked up van.broke= a/c, r-window, heaterengine, airbag, brake light on, runs hotsteering= thumps makes noise (full fluid)skip gears, sways, barely can get up a hill.11yr old scared to drive in it
Today i had the rear window defroster on and drove my ford windstar home and parked it in the garage.about one half hour later we heard a huge explosion and found that the rear window had blown out.it smelled like it had been burned.
Turned on rear defogger andback window shattered. Dealer notified.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Dt: the contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact states that the driver's side rear window exploded. No one was around the vehicle at the time of the incident.
On 10/22/04 i dropped my child at school, and exiting the parking lot the left rear side window of my 2001 windstar van exploded.i was in a school parking lot, traveling approximately 10 mph.on 3/22/05 i was completely stopped at a traffic light with no-one behind my van when my back liftgate window exploded.the only commonality between these events was that both mornings were cool and the inside of the van had been warmed for 20-30 minutes.
Rear window shattered while driving about 45 mph in parallel traffic.
While parked in a driveway, without ignition running, on a rainy, 60-degree day, rear window exploded for no reason. Luckily, there were no kids in the back seat or the driveway, as this could have been tragic. It was quite an explosion, as the largest piece of glass was the size of a silver dollar.
Consumer was driving about 70 mph when suddenly the rear window shattered without cause.
Turned on rear defogger andback window shattered. Dealer notified.feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
While sitting curbside on the street in my front yard, the rear window of my ford windstar blew out.it was about 10:00 am on a 75 degree morning.my wife and neighbor were in the front yard and witnessed the event.ford denied a problem and forced us to go through our insurance to fix the problem.luckily the car was not being driven on the road.
While idling at red light the rear quarter panel window on the driver's side of my 2001 ford windstar exploded. Nothing struck the glass from inside or outside of the vehicle to trigger the explosion. Glass flew into the interior of the vehicle covering the rear seat where my children are normally sitting. Fortunately i had not yet picked them up from school. I have owned the vehicle for three years and to my knowledge there were no cracks or other damage to the window prior to the explosion. The vehicle and windows are generally in good repair. I still do not know the cause of the explosion. These events occurred on april 21, 2011 in boise, idaho.
Turned on rear defogger-window shattered
The door does not bounce back.my 2 year old daughter and myself got caught in the door while it was trying to close.my five year old had to push the button.i took the car to the manufacturer and they tested the door and said it was working fine.they said that is how the car is made.you have to have to put a lot force on the door in order for it to bounce back.there is no way to adjust the censors.there 2003 van requires even more pressure than mine.how is a 2 year old child suppose to apply a lot of pressure.
Consumer states that the power sliding door does not have a sensor to stop them from closing quickly causing passengers entering vehicle to be crushed.consumer took vehicle to dealer to have door close manually.dealer states to see owners manual, and oiled tracks, but problem still exist.consumer found owners manual does notinstruct on how to manually operate door.
Problems encountered: rear windows not working,had motors replaced worked for about 6 months then intermittent then quit working within 6 months. Abs and brake light on dash goes on and off. A/c stops blowing for about 20 seconds then resumes blowing.keyless entry works sometimes,sometimes it don't. Speedometer slower than it reads and mileage may not be correct. Windshield wipers not working properly. Intermittent settings on wipers quit working and when you turn off wipers they stop in middle of windshield. I have an 88 year old father with no legs and this is the vehicle i have to drive him around in. Do not feel safe!!
Vehicle was purchased in november 2009. I first began having problems with the abs/brake light coming on, in february 2010. The next incident was the power windows on drivers side and back window would not role down. The next incident was the heater wont work. A recall and repair was done on the rear subframe 11s16 in april of 2010.vehicle repair was not complete now taking in for front under carriage repair on wed 21,2012.
Repeated failure and replacement of various parts of the electrical system including wiper motor, rear wiper motor, fuel pump, fuel pump fuses, alternator, repeated replacement of battery, repeated replacement of brake lights and light sockets and brake light switch, repeated failure and replacement of electric door locks, repeated replacement of coil wire, replacement of egr valve. Constant stalling of vehicle in rain or humid weather.vehicle stall when air conditioner is in use.rough idle and stalling when vehicle is stopped and engine is running.all of these complaints have been constant and ongoing despite repeated replacement of electrical components since delivery of the vehicle in december of 2000.
This is a 2001 vehicle.after warrnaty expired we have invested almost $2000 in repairs and things continue to break.
There were 2 cracks on the base of the windshield. It appeared that the cracksoriginated from the base of the molding.it was later determined that a small peddle caused the windshield to crack.
2nd attempt to fix noise coming from windshield, cowl was replaced, but problem still persists.sounds like windows are open inside when air is off, all windows are shut.speeds reach 55 and over, loud squeek coming from lower windshield area. When i spoke to mechanic he mentioned that this was other ford vans with same problem, but no recall has been issued, why? it doesn't seem safe in this vehicle knowing that there is air coming in under the windshield. We are going in for our 3rd attempt and we are concerned about our manuf. Warranty running out before this matter is corrected. Please help!
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed that the paint on the roof and rear of the vehicle had abnormal discoloration and was becoming progressively worse.two months later, he noticed water leaking through the windshield.a professional technician stated that the hooks holding the windshield together were defective.the vehicle has not been repaired.the dealer stated that there were no recalls regarding this failure.the failure mileage was 55,000 and current mileage was 63,000.
Windshield has broken on two separate occasions when debrisfrom traveling hitwindshield. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.
While vehicle was parked in drive way rear windshield broke. Ts.
Dt*: the contact stated that a recall on the replacement of the windshield wipers cover was not performed on the vehicle.an independent repair shop notified the contact of the recall and determined that the dealer should be contacted for repairs.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the recall work had already been issued on the vehicle and no other service was performed.the vehicle was taken back to the independent repair shop who stated that the recall pertained to the replacement of the windshield wipers cover and the prior recall work that had been done on the vehicle was for the addition of silicone over the molding holes.the manufacturer was notified and would not assist the contact with recovery work to the recall.
Windshield wipers stopped working. Dealer said windshield wipers stopped because of water damage and corrosion.
On june 27th 2005, i was driving and it was raining heavy and my wind sheild wipers stopped working, i could'nt see anything, so i drove slowly to the side of the street and i almost hit this lady and her daugther who was crossing the streets cause i could not see them cause the rain was coming down so heavy.
Regarding recall # 01v261000. My 2001 ford windstar [xxx] was not included in that recall.however, i am having the exact issue as described in this recall.i contacted ford and they are unwilling to do anything about it.my vehicle is the same year as the year listed in the recall.it seems very odd that i am having this issue yet i some how missed the recall window by a small margin.this is a safety related issue and i am disappointed that ford has not responded appropriately. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Consumer stated arm rest on the passenger side of the vehicle is broken, cause unknown. Clunk noise in front end while turning or accelerating from a stop, can also be felt with vibration, passenger side dash area hanging.both sliding door rubber stops missing, driverside sliding door stop replaced.grinding noise in rear when applying brakes.when heat is on vent smells like something is burning. Wipers will not clear windshield, washer solvent sprays in one spot.normal operation.
- the contact stated that the 2001 ford windstar's windshield wipers no longer work .the contact stated that they started with the intermittent wipers whichwould not completely wipe the window unless one continuedt o work the knob.she stated that now the windshield wiper doesn't wipe the windows at all. The contact found arecall01v261000for visibility: windshield wiper/ washer: motor. She called the manufacturer, and they informed her that this recall should have been taken care of by now, and would not help her with any other information.the contact felt that thisvehicle should be apart of therecall since the vehicle only had 74,000 miles on it. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Dt*:the contact stated the wipers stopped working on the vehicle and the wiper/washer motor was getting hot.there is a nhtsa recall, # 01v261000, regarding the wiper/washer motor.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin.updated 4/11/2006 -
This is a 2001 vehicle.after warrnaty expired we have invested almost $2000 in repairs and things continue to break.
On june 27th 2005, i was driving and it was raining heavy and my wind sheild wipers stopped working, i could'nt see anything, so i drove slowly to the side of the street and i almost hit this lady and her daugther who was crossing the streets cause i could not see them cause the rain was coming down so heavy.
Nhtsa recalls 01v261000 and 01v207000. Dealer has been contacted for repairs.dealer failed to return phone calls over a two week period, after filing a complaint with nhtsa, the dealer scheduled an appointment.
I purchased a 2001 ford windstar in october 2001. I have had to have the transmission rebuilt in december 2003. I only have 46,640 miles on this vehicle. It has cost me $2158 to have this repaired. The transmission should not have been giving me problems with this few of miles on it. The transmission starting changing really hard and starting making loud clunking noises when shifting. It began to start slipping into neutral while driving down the road. The dealership has not helped me at all and ford motor company has been informed of my problem. The state attorney general has also been notified. I thinkford motor should have a recall and pay for the repairs for these vehicles that have failed for those of us who trusted these to be reliable family vehicles. Go to www.carsurvey.org and see all the consumer complaints for the ford windstars. The windshield wiper motor had to be replaced just shortly after i purchased this vehicle. Floor to seat safety latches have been replaced due to recall in december 2003. Windshield has constant crackling noise as i am driving. *la
When the windshield wipers are engaged they will either work for a few seconds and quit or not work at all. Dealership replaced the wiper motor twice, and the front electronic control module. But problemsstill exists.recall 01v261000was issued,but this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin.also, clunking on the front driver side at low speed or when turning left.dealership checked the vehicle and later replaced the brake rotor.starter were also replaced.*la
Dt: the callercomplainedabout windshield wiper/motor problem. There was nhtsarecall 01v261000 on this issue and the repairswere done by the previous owner. Dealer said the recall work was already done,andthe caller hadto pay for it. Manufacturer said the work was done on december 7, 2001.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact stated that the windshield wipers would malfunction while being used during inclement weather.the contact called the manufacturer regarding the windshield wipers and the manufacturer informed the contact their is a recall regarding the windshield wipers (recall 01v26100) but his vin number was not included.the contact stated this is a major safety issue and the manufacturer should be responsible for the repairs.the failure mileage was unknown.
No summmary listed for above vehicle.
Rear axle snapped on 2001 ford windstar lx van while driving at highway speed.
1. Rear axle fractured severely & broke making the car un-drivable on 24 jan 2019 while in motion driving in city traffic. Ford put braces on this vehicle under recall# 10s13, but they failed to prevent further corrosion and metal fatigue. The axle was a bad engineering design from the drawing board combined with not e-coating the metal during manufacturing to prevent corrosion of the metal due to road salt. The axle fractured next to the brace on the driver side as shown in the 4 images below. I have one tow bill (flat-bed) to get the car off the downtown street to my home & will have another tow bill to transport it to where i can replace the axle. 2. Front cradle frame's mount rusted off that anchors the stabilizer bar so the stabilizer bar had to be removed. This happened several years ago. The cradle frame probable was not e-coated during manufacture either. I can take a pic and probable have the repair invoice detailing the date and the mechanic's work to remove the stabilizer bar. To fix the car will need a new front cradle frame, stabilizer bar, and possibly mount brackets.
The rear axle broke in the place that was "fixed" by the recall work in 2010. Noticed squeaking noises (tire was rubbing) and a large clunk and wiggle when turning into a parking lot. Took a photo when i got to the parking lot. My rear driver's side tire was at an angle to the vehicle and the rear axle was broken under the collar that had been attached by a dealer for the recall. The weld held up, but the axle snapped underneath the fix-up job. Apparently the recall fix wasn't really a fix.towed it into a dealer, who took photos and talked to ford. Ford said they wouldn't do anything. Cost me $$ to tow it to the dealer and back home again. Don't have $1,000 to pay the dealer for a new rear axle. Very disappointed that they didn't stand by their work. Very thankful that i was not on the freeway, and that all my children were not with me at the time. It could have been so much worse!
On 01/06/2011 i took my minivan in for the recall on the axle. They told me it was fine and sent me home. On friday while driving on northline road in southgate michigan, my axle snapped. I took it to the taylor ford and they said it would be fixed by ford. I was told today 05/28/2013that they would not cover the repair due to the fact they put brackets on it in 2011. I was not informed of the fact they put brackets on it in 2011. I was driving a vehicle that was dangerous on the freeway.
The axle was part of recall #11s16. As part of the recall the axle was patched, but the axle is now broken because the "repair" did not correct the structural flaws in the axle.
While driving the vehicle at highway speeds, i heard a crunching sound in the rear of the vehicle.the vehicle then began to sway on the road.i had to slow my speeds and pull over at a safe spot, which was a parking lot to inspect what the issue was.after inspection, i noted the passenger rear tire was at an angle with the top of the tire inward touching the frame.i took the vehicle to the closest repair shop where i found from their inspection that the axle was broke and the vehicle was not driveable.my vehicle was part of the ford windstar axle recall, which was serviced by the local ford dealer in 2012.this vehicle had the reinforcements added to the axle in 2012.the axle broke between the reinforced plates welded to the axle during the recall check.now after towing the vehicle back to the local ford dealer for inspection, i find out that ford will not stand behind the issue and not repair or replace the axle due to the length of time from the recall. I feel lucky that i was able to maintain control of the vehicle when the axle broke.
Rear axel broke.
Normal driving of 2001 ford windstar.rear axle broke and car was non drive able.rear axle design is obviously bad and can create a life threatening condition as the rear wheel assemblies would fall off.at highway conditions this would be catastrophic and would be life threatening.very poor design that does not allow road conditions for a factory auto with 8 seats.very bad estimates of passengerweight and safety factors.vehicle never in a hard crash or hard damage.never used to carry heavy equipment or non ordinary family travel.design of back wheel assembly is a formed metal and not a solid structure to meet normal highway conditions.metal sheared most of the way through.obvious design limitations that will not meet multiple passenger operations on local roads and highways.very-very dangerous design and fabrication specifications.axle was welded to make it slow road worthy to get it to car repair shops.replacement of bad axle is necessary for complete operation.calls to ford dealers resulted in conversations that ford would not fix obvious flaws at their expense.life threatening design, engineering, and fabrication must be corrected by ford.critical failure would cause major problems.car shops claim that material and design caused problem as no damage or collision was made.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar.the contact noticed that the top of the wheel was leaning inward and the bottom was leaning outward.he also noticed that the linkage between the two wheels was cracked.the contact drove the vehicle to his residence.the dealer and manufacturer have not been notified.the vehicle has not been repaired.the vin was unknown.the current mileage was 75,500 and failure mileage was 75,000.
Rear axle snapped while driving on normal roads.
Vehicle had voluntary recall done to it in 2011. It has now broken in same place as others have explained. Recall is a sham and ford is getting away with continuing to replace with defective parts. Please investigate.
During normal operation of vehicle at posted driving speed limits the vehicles abs, brake warning lights have continuously come on after driving begins. It has been also noted that after several brake service inspections and repairs at major auto repair shops, such as midas, carx , and pep boys.technicians have observed that the brake systems major components and hardware appeared to have failed due to high levels of corrosion and easily rusting parts such as brake shoes, pads, wheel cylinders, brake drums, brake line hoses and connectors. Each of these repair shops have informed me that the repair/ replacement of many of these vital components would be extremely costly to repair and could result in serious injuries or create a hazardous situation for the vehicle's operator and other drivers if not repaired immediately.the vehicles brakes and hardware have been replacedmore than three times by asae certified /qualified mechanics and the brake systems warning lights continuously remain on during regular operation. The rear brakes are grinding and wearing the brake shoes down much faster than they did before even after repairs have been completed.currently when applying the brakes before coming to a full stop the brake peddle must be applied at a distance of at least 30 seconds sooner to ensure a safe stop. I do believe that there is a high risk of concern in the failure of the ford windstarbrake system operations and a thorough inspection of the abs system and brakes including its major components should be inspected immediately to prevent a serious accident or injuries to the vehicle's operator and to protect the safety of the general public.
Interior lights flash on and off including dash lightstaken in on numerous occasions but problem still exists to this day.abs and brake lights come on constantly up to and including today.noise that sounds like bones crunchingfrom steering wheel or under foot? and buzzing from right front tire on left turns. Took into ford dealer for all complaints, never fixed.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the right passenger side tire failed and noticed that the sub frame rotted out while installing the spare tire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000.
Axle snapped while driving on highway rear wheels bent inward.
Government has never answered odo 10252007 (life threatening ford 2001 windstar axle defect.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact stated that the front subframe was severely corroded and an abnormal noise was heard from the front passenger wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the vehicle was severely corroded and was previously inspected per nhtsa campaign number: 11v030000 (structure). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.
Rear axle break due to corrosion of acknowledged inadequately designed axle.break happened in the reinforcement bracket installed do to initial axle recall for potential break due to corrosion..car was on city street in motion to freeway onrampfortunately the axle broke prior to entering freeway.axle break resulted in sagging axle and a wheel tilted inward at about 20 degrees and wedged against the inner wheel well.tire started to smoke.car is undriveable.the repair is estimated to $1400.ford will not accept any financial responsibility for this break in the brackets installed to prevent the break.additional components are also needing repair and replacement due to the break of the axle.
We had our left rear tire blow out and it tore off our fuel filler pipe. I imagine this could be extremely dangerous if the rim had sparked it could have caught fire.
We left the house and was driving and the van felt like it was sliding back and forth. I stopped and checked and the back wheel was setting crooked. I checked the lugs and the were tight. We turned around went back home. I looked under it and found the axle cracked and broke. We called ford and they had a recall on that but said they were no longer repairing them.
My vehicle was manufactured in 2001. There was a recall put out for the suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly. In 2011, according to sunset ford dealership (where i took it for axle repair and was denied) the recall was remedied in 2011. However, as stated along with the recall notice, the time that the brackets were mis installed caused damage to the rear axle, corrosion and fracturing. This is exactly what is happening to my vehicle right now and the dealership along with ford corporate is saying this axle repair will be fully at my cost. According to their automated recall phone information, up until 2016 they were offering to replace the axle for $300 ( a discounted rate) for customers affected. I do not at all feel i should be responsible for this repair. I contacted ford corporate a few times now and have been told no its not their fault. I was also told by sunset ford, that i would need to pay them $140 an hour for them to diagnose it and tell me specifically what is wrong. It has already been there once to check the recall where they took pictures ( included) and sent them to ford corporate where i was told no they will not fix it unless i pay for it. This repair should be fully covered and i need help getting ford to agree.
The contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While reversing at approximately 1 mph, there was an explosion on the rear passenger side near the rear tire. In addition, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear passenger side after the tire was repaired. The tire had fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the rear axle had fractured and that the vehicle needed to be towed to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 179,000.
Occurrence: 12 october 2010. Traveling i-95 washington,dc/suitland, md. Vehicle: ford windstar, 2001. Speed : 60-65 mph. Traffic : dense. Failure of defective part : rear axle snapped in two parts while traveling on smooth highway, northbound. Explosive sound , lots of smoke, extreme consternation/fear of heart attack experienced by my wife and i ( my wife has a dangerous heart condition "ihss")at occurrence. I immediately turned on hazard flashers.managed to maneuver across several lanes of traffic to get to highway shoulder safely!!thank god for the alert fellow travelers behind us!!! if we were hit by any 18-wheelers on the highway, i wouldn't be writing this complaint now!!!concern for our safety was shown to us by fellow travelers; particularly, md traffic safety person, who should be commended by his superiors for his professional and understanding actions!!he looked at the damage and said that he had never seen anything like it before; and he said that we were lucky to be alive!!!van was transported by professionals to the nearest ford dealership where i first became aware that a recall notice was in force for my vehicle!!! at this point, i became greatly disturbed that i had no previous notification of this dangerous conditionand that my wife, grand children, etal were traveling in potential rolling coffin!in my opinion, this seems to be criminal; particularly if greater profit motives might be involved!i certainly hope that inferior materials were not used in this regard!!i was informed that my van would have to remain at the ford dealership until ford motor company decides how i will be provided with a safe vehicle , since no replacement axles were available. (nb ; i have no idea whatever other damage exists as a result of this awful failure! i certainly don't want a duplicate axle replacement to replay this horrific catastrophe!in my wife's delicate condition, i cannot expect her to travel in this unsafe vehicle!justice!!!
Vehicle shook uncontrollably while making a right turn.driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle. The left front wheel sheared off, and the lugs: nuts were still attached to the wheel.vehicle was towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the wheel, lugs: nuts, and other parts needed to be replaced.
At 20-25mph front right wheel bolts and nuts separated, causing damage tovehicle. Dealer is inspectingvehicle.
The rim cracked into the tire, which caused the tire to leak air.
The rim on the vehicle separated.
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