This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
When pulling out a parking space the ABS light illuminated, indiating a malfunction within the ABS braking system. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts.
The ABS light comes on. Due to a broken relector ring on the cv joint, speed sensor activates when it should not. Also the brake master cylinder malfunctioned, resulting in no braking ability. This may have caused a crash.
Ea 96026; when traveling and upon making a normalstop, there was movement within the brake pedal causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the dealer, also, rear wheel brake cylinder rusted.
Currently our vehicle is awaiting a new engine after having the head gasket replaced on a recall notice from Ford last October. While we have an extended warranty on this vehicle, we feel it is not fair they should have to provide replacement in light of other similar complaints about the same problem on other Ford Windstar. This vehicle only has 34,489 miles on it. We have had transmission concerns about this van as well, however the dealer has never been able to duplicate the problems experienced. We are very concerned that this van is infact a lemon, and we have contacted the Ford customer service line, which advised us that no assistance would be provided because the vehicle was out of manufacturers warranty by time, not by miles.
Have questioned these items with dealer always with no cause for concern. Talked about whether I needed an extended warranty at the time of warranty renewal and was not told of engine, transmission, or any of the problems with the engine by Ford.
Brakes squeak and growl, but so far have stopped the vehicle when applied. They don't show any unusual wear. I would like Ford Motor Co. To reimburse me for $1307 for the head gasket repair since I was not notified of a recall.
Consumer experiencing ongoing brake wear problem. Brake pads/rotors were repaired or replaced four times within 43,000 mile of wear. Dealer notified, and had nothing to say concerning the consumer problem.
The ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to the floor and extended stopping distance, which almost caused an accident. Sometimes needs to turn off vehicle in order to stop. The ABS light comes on. Been to dealer several times. Also, dealer replaced calipers, rotors, etc. Problem is reoccurring.
Ford refuses to acknowledge that there is an inherrent design fault with the 1995 braking system. I have had the brakes and calipers replaced approx every 8,000 miles since new and now that the vehicle is out of warranty, I am told that I have to drive with it or replace the van. Ford should be accountable for design flaws.
Engine head gasket/radiator replaced, domn lights won't shut off, water in rear tail light, hood wont shut, airconditioning switch replaced, brakes making noise after being just replaced, didnt solve problem, . seat belt seems loose.
Engine head gaskets blown causing cracked heads. Ford extended warranty to 60,000 miles but failed to notify owners. Also, replaced entire brake assembly at 50,000 miles, ABS never worked, and plastic door panel on sliding door fell off. Transmission slips, downshifts, overdrive light flashes, check engine light goes on and off, and vehicle accelerates sluggishly.
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- El Segundo, CA, USA