Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
01I007000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 12/13/1993 to 07/03/1998I94849212/10/2001ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY07/12/200107/19/2001
Defect SummaryThis is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 1995-1998 ford windstar minivans. the front coil springs could potentially fracture due to corrosion. note: the 1997-1998 windstar mini vans are also covered by nhtsa safety recall 01v-199/ford recall 01s19. the mini vans covered by the safety recall were originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin, and in the district of columbia.
Consequence SummarySome tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Corrective SummaryFord is extending the warranty for front coil spring replacement to a total of 10 years of service from the warranty start date, with unlimited mileage. this coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners at no charge. if either front coil spring fractures during the coverage period noted above, the dealer will replace both springs at no charge to the owner.
NotesFord has decided to conduct a service campaign to extend the warranty coverage for the front coil springs. owners can contact ford at1-866-436-7332, concerning this program.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SUSPENSION
0213207/08/2002635987Grunt / popping noise coming from the front suspension at speeds below 20 mph when turning. *tt11/04/2002
9711001/02/19976091315Suspension-diagnostic aan inspection for front suspension noise (s)- service tip. *ak tip.08/07/2000
SUSPENSION - FRONT
98513711/01/1998613274Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind / crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *tt06/20/2000
1211411/01/1998613104Some vehicles may exhibit a front end grind/crunch noise during a slow speed turn. *mjs06/16/2000
BC123195090609/01/199545761A popping of clunk noise may intermittently be heard from the front of the unit under acceleration, braking or turning. the main cause of this noise is is from stones trapped in the lower spring insulator. *tw04/25/1996
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
BC024796010212/01/199595-22-1446454The wheel bearing assembly part # in tsb 95-22-14 (f58z-1104-a) is incorrect. the part # listed is for the hub assembly which does not include the wheel bearing assembly. the correct part # for the front right/left wheel bearing assembly i04/25/1996
SUSPENSION - REAR
1147404/01/1998613384Some model year vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *tt07/10/2000
98253504/01/1998603555Exhibiting a customer concern of rear end noise over bumps. *yc02/24/1999

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SUSPENSION
EA00027FORD MOTOR COMPANY12/08/200007/31/2001SUSPENSION COIL SPRING BREAKAGE01V199000
 Alleged that a front suspension coil spring breaks, resulting in a collapsed suspension.
PE00024FORD MOTOR COMPANY06/23/200012/08/2000SUSPENSION COIL SPRING BREAKAGE
 Alleged that while driving or stationary, a front suspension coil spring breaks, resulting in a collapsed suspension.
EA00027FORD MOTOR COMPANY12/08/200007/31/2001SUSPENSION COIL SPRING BREAKAGE01I007000
 Alleged that a front suspension coil spring breaks, resulting in a collapsed suspension.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION
12/23/2010175250
 Overdrive light starts flashing and does not go into gears as it should. also have recently had to replace struts--broke as i was driving along. had to replace rear axle already and have been told my year of windstar was not included in recall.
12/24/20041160001007/01/1994
 Numerous problems with my 1995 ford windstar. it is the worst car i have ever purchased! as soon as one repair is completed (two transmissions, head gasket, electrical problems, brakes, suspension), then another one occurs. now, as in every christmas, the engine light is on and the car is running so poorly that you can't even pull the car out of the driveway without it choking and spitting, lots of smoke, and the car is actually shaking!!! i know it is another head gasket and i just can't pay anymore money into this piece of garbage. i have been looking for a new car and it certainly will not be a ford!
02/04/200478000502/03/2004
 I asked the seller at ford to completely service the van before i would buy it. he said his mechanic would. i checked the van out two weeks later, low on oil, no brake fluid, trans fluid very low, no water hardly at all in receiver, then the starter went out, replaced it no good, replaced switch, no good, brakes gone out, can't keep fluid in systems, engine light came on, emission problems, mechanic stalls for the hour amount, and still can't fix/test ii code. inside lights dim when extra. lights come on. it's a damn piece of junk and they sold us a lemon. i paid over $4,000.00 cash for it, and all they wanted to so was sell it for money. what can i do? it has 72,000 etc mile and now has 82,000. we are both disabled with two kids. we have been screwed. i can get the ford info on the ford windstar 95 3.8 it rattles, water runs out of the exhaust pipe and the converter. i want to sue them, i calld them and they said the hell with you, you bought it as it was. ford products are the worst auto's on the market. we want revenge and all our money back now. avery herring res8cvfs@verizon.net 8284977787. what is next a head gasket? i heard that cost over $1,600.00 to fix. and there are alot of them going out. ford needs to stand behind it's products or get out of the bussiness. i have had my kids tossed to the dash when i step on the brakes before we even get out of our drive way. we wear seatbelts, i wouldn't dare ride in it. it is a death trap tp me.*ak
06/15/20030
 Brake work x2 transmission x2 all belts tire & suspension work lugs on wheels not properly replaced ,it almost fell off still paying on vehicle while it sits in ashley ford parking lot w/ dead transmission i am unable to pay close to $2000 for repairs
12/11/2001700001002/10/1999
 Abs locks and vehicle does not stop. have spent over $2000 trying to fix braking issue. tone rings, struts, suspension, front brakes, rear brakes, bearings, cv joints, master cylinder, among other replacements. over bumps, small hills, straight roads, anytime coming to a stop, vehicle intermittently fails to stop completely. have pumped brakes and found that brake pedal gets hard and loud, still does not help to stop vehicle. steering wheel feels loose at when this happens. brake pedal also kicks back, sometimes with excessive force, makes a load grinding noise. controlling the car becomes difficult as loss of brake pressure and steering wheel rocking (on decent of small hill) combined make for a deadly combination. i am being forced to purchase a better vehicle, not ever ford again. *jb
09/13/2002111704107/30/1994
 While driving and without warning the stabilizer bar snapped causing the consumer to loose steering control and was forced to pull over. dealer notified. *mr the rear shocks were replaced. *jb *scc
07/06/2002306/01/2095
 Three of the five lug studs in one front wheel broke simultaneously, causing severe vibrations of the whole car. we were able to maintain control and slow down to a safe stop at the side of the freeway. we were towed 150 miles from akron to columbus. we have followed the manufacturer had had an alignment and wheel rotation at germain ford in columbus in march 2002. three possible causes: metal failure of the studs, torquing the lugs too tight when the tires were rotated, or lugs coming loose. the service people at germain ford have ruled out loose lugs due to the finding that none of the lug holes were out of round. if all five lug studs had failed at once, we probably would have had a fatal accident. we had driven about 10 hours from manchester, ct and broke down just east of akron, oh. speed was generally between 65 & 75 mph. we were towed home to columbus. germain ford did a torque test on the other studs in all wheels today, and none of them failed. however, we chose to replace all studs in all wheels.
01/05/2002109/01/1994
 I have had numerous problems with my 1995 windstar. the transmission failed in 10/99 and i had to replace the entire transmission. i have had many problems with the computer/electrical system with sensors and fuses going out. my timing gasket cover cracked and coolant was leaking (10/01). i had to have that replaced along with the water pump, etc. now, my engine has either a bearing or has thrown a rod and i have been told i need to have my engine replaced at a cost of $3500. there have been many more problems (struts, engine mounts, etc....). i have spent over $6000 (not including regular maintenance costs --oil changes, brakes, tires, tune ups, etc). i have had to spend much $$$ on car rentals while my car was being repaired. now i'm faced with a huge new problem--the engine. *ak
09/13/20011
 Consumer was traveling 50mph on highway, and heard a knocking noise coming from the right front of the vehicle, consumer stated the vehicle will make a loud noise if turning right, and if turning left the noise is not that loud. *ak *slc
04/08/2001104/14/1995
 Consumer was inside the house and heard a loud crash sound. conusmer was unaware that it was the vehicle. front end was mounted on wheels. dealer stated springs were corroded. consumer hired a investigator to inspect vehicle further. springs collapsed because coating for corrosion prematurely wore off. cost to repair was $952. *ak a suspension spring failed and punctured the front tire, both springs were replaced along with the tires, the poor adhesion of the black coating material is apparently a design problem in the spring, it is possible the stresses and bending moments in the bottom of the spring are greater and therefore caused the bond between the coating and the spring to slowly deteriorate, through the continuous loading of the spring and slow deterioration of the bond of the coating, the coating started to flake off exposing the bare steel. *slc
02/23/2001107/01/1994
 We purchased our ford windstar new in 7/94 (it was anearly 1995 release). problems began immediately with the engine control, door closure sensor, etc. there were also other nuisances such as the suspension that had a banging noise when going over any bump. the door sensors and engine computer were replaced. the suspension problem was never resolved. then before the warranty expired (36,000 miles) there were problems with the check engine light coming on (which it is still on 5 years later). after trips to the dealer and a $500.00 tune-up the engine light problem was supposedly fixed-- which it never was. at that time years ago i told them that the transmission did not seem to shift properly especially when we went on vacation through the mountains. their answer whiule it was under warranty was that the engine was electronic and that if a sensor was bad or the fuel mixture was not proper it would cause that to happen. they said that the sensors did not indicate a transmission problem. we, however, knew that something was wrong. the car progressively became worse , but again the only thing they could find is that the engine indicated that it was running too lean. the check engine lights came on and eventually would go off, but this happened more frequently. finally, the car became unreliable, and we again took it to the dealer. they said that they would check the engine head gasket. sure enough it was going bad! they estimated to fix it would cost $2000+ i said that my concern was also that the transmission was perhaps in failure also. they said that again they didn't think so. with all of the problems, i was hesitant to pay that much too fix the head gasket. i then asked if ford warranty would pick up any of the cost. after talking to numerous people the answer was, no! shortly, thereafter, the engine failed and i had it towed to an independant mechanic who agreed to fix it for $800-900. since that time the engine has never been the sam
07/15/2000106/01/2000
 After purchasing a used 95 windstar just 58 days ago from pundman ford while traveling 35-40 miles an hour on 61-67 in imperial mo. with four passengers (2 adult couples) after changing into the curb lane to be prepared for a right turn some ways down the road there was a sudden jolt/drop as best i can describe and immediately the van was swerving,skidding,and traveling sideways out of control. it was all i (driver) could do to struggle and fight with the steering to manuvere it to the side of the road in a vacant parking lot.(avoiding a horrific accident) the passengers were hysterical and amazed that i was able to maintain compose long enough to bring it to a safe stop. we thought we must have blown a tire but once the hysteria had dissipated and the men began a visual inspection of the van they found the tires were intact. upon further inspection it was noticed beneath the car something was indeed broken and the left rear tire was now wedges into the rear bumper.when aaa came to tow us to the nearest ford dealer he too was amazed we were able to aviod the traffic (the lord was all over this ordeal)and a major collision he said that this was a first for him seeing anything like this. the car is now on rutherman ford's lot on richardson rd. in imperial,mo.waiting to be looked at on monday (this happened on a sat. evening). *ak
12/15/199904/01/1995
 This is the continuation of problems with a highly problematic vehicle. 5 years, 90,000 miles have replaced so far: head gaskets, rear suspension twice, front suspension, ignition wires, o2 sensors twice, and now injector and fuel pump. over $3,000 in out of pocked expenses over what was covered on extended warrantee. vehicle is not reliable and am looking to trade in on anything other than a ford! at ford, quality is job none!
 While traveling noticed fumes from the tail pipe. also there was a smell. engine check light came on. also, vehicle was pulsating. dealer has been notified. please provide further informaton. *ak
1
 Vehicle pulling and grinding resulting in tire wear due to suspension problems.
SUSPENSION - FRONT
1
 While driving at any speed vehicle severly vibrated. dealership was unable to duplicate the problem. *ak
09/01/20031180001
 While driving, a rattling noise was heard. the dealer found that the right front sway bar was corroded and split. dealer replaced the right front sway bar. *ak
09/11/20001
 Front struts had to be replaced. front end alignment performed. caster and camber reset. there is a squealing noise from front end when turning, dealer replaced outer tie rods and right control arm. *tt
08/09/2002101/01/2095
 During right turn, lost steering control. after stopping, right front tire was positioned for sharp left turn, and left front tire was positioned for a right turn. right front outer tie-rod failed. both right and left front tie-rods were replaced. these are sealed units and can't be lubricated. i suggest that failure was due to lubricant breakdown or loss over the years, a serious design and safety issue.*ak
05/10/2002110/01/2098
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
 Vehicle would have severe shaking in front wheels when speedometer reaches 50mph and above. can maintain control of vehicle when vibrating. problem is most noticeable when vehicle is loaded down or going down hill. been to dealership, and informed problem was normal.*ak
07/01/2001
 No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
05/30/2001106/01/1995
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
05/15/2001103/01/1997
 I have read in the paper that this has been a problem in several hundred thousand ford windstar vans (report by nedra pickler chicago suntimes) i'm wondering what your department is going to have ford do about this problem. i am concerned about my wife and three children who always ride in this van. no safety defect listed in summary. *ak
09/22/1999102/01/1995
 I was exiting a golf course parking lot at about 10-12 mph when i hit a small pot hole. i heard a noise like a sharp snap. i exited the parking lot and proceeded down a two lane paved road at about 45 mph, the speed limit. i heard the right front tire become flat. i called a tow truck whose operator informed me that the coil spring broke. russ milne ford replaced rt front strut, spring, &spring seat. the rt front tire was slashed by the broken spring, requiring both front to be replaced & front to be aligned. i believe the coil failure was caused by faulty heat trearment.
106/01/1994
 When vehicle is being driven, and when a right or left turn is made, noise occurs in front end of vehicle on driver's side, cause unknown. *ak consumer said problem could quite possibly be from strut or spring. *yh
10/19/1999102/01/1995
 Notified by ford sliding door latch, had it repaired. then front end doesn't stay in alignment, head gasket blew, causing loss of starter and other related parts, total cost of $1800.00 at this time the car only had around 50,000 miles. door light stays on indicating that a door is open when one isn't. sometimes goes on and off and beeps. interior lights stay on for extended period of time. heard on news about recalls and buy back, called ford, they tell me about 3 other recalls on the van,: head gaskets, hood separation, feul tank mounting (which will only replace or repair if they feel its necessary). i looked on the net and found that there is also an airbag problem on the passenger side. i was never notified of these and only recently became aware of them. i am in the process of trying to get a refund for the $1800.00 on the head gasket and related problems. i was told to go and speak to a mary flanagan at the sanders ford in jacksonville, nc where i live and purchased the vehicle. i would like to find out more information a out all these recalls and repairs that are needed and if the buy out program applies to my vehicle. i have 3 children and i am feeling very unsatisfied with safely transporting them in this vehicle. *ak
 When traveling consumer noticed shaking coming from the front end engine compartment area. also, fluid was coming from the tail pipe , and there was a burning smell within the passenger compartment. consumer has contacted the dealer. dealer noticed a cracked head gaske,t causing fluid leak. dealer has yet to correct the problem. please provide any further details. *ak
01/01/1995
 Engine head gasket failed after warranty had expired, replaced transmission after warranty had expired, steering locked up (repaired under warranty), wears out tires because has pulled to right since day one, have replaced braking system twice
07/09/1998205/01/1997
 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 windstars. 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. *ak
09/05/1994508/01/1994
 1. front end looseness from the very beginning to the present tie bars ctc. replaced without any noticeable improvement. 2 speedometer failure at 45k 3. power window motor (left front) quit. 3. transmission failed/ replacement (with only 17k failed.4. head gasket blew. i find in researching the defects that my experience is quite common but that ford has not take responsibility in some of these areas -especially the failed transmissions,. it is my hope that your org. can verify these fefects as being worthy of ford compensating the owners who have had to pay for these mfailures of manufacture. please advise me of the status of your work . thank you, geary leason. *ak
07/01/199805/01/1997
 A loud front end rubbing sound when you turn wheels. this is just one complaint my friends who own this van years 1995, 1996 and 1997 are having the same problem. some have tried to have it fixed and have not succeeded. others have simply waited to see if it was fixed by others. we all have heard other vans make the same noise when the wheels turn at a lower speed. no mechanic has fixed the problem yet on any of the vans we know about. *ak
11/01/1994110/01/1994
 Leaking oil from seals of steering rack,oversized cylinder bore,dealer replaced . noise in front end when turning and hitting bumps, dealer never has fixed it , its been in shop 4 times before 2 years they told me if they could fix one they could fix them all. the sound is still there, it never was fixed. now the transmission wont go into 1st or reverse, leaving you maby out to far into the traffic lane with no way to back up and get out of harms way.ford has known of this defect in mid 1994 , but sold defective transmissions till mid 96. then they replaced the alum. piston that fails, with a steel piston. i feel ford is responsible for repairs knowing beforehand they would fail prematurely under 70000 miles in most cases.
10/20/199805/01/1995
 I have spent a total of $5,000.00 in repairs for our 1995 ford windstar van - a 3.8 engine, 6 cyclinders. ford sent out a notice in june of 1998 advising the drivers of 1995 ford windstars that they would possibly experience head gasket problems. ford s
09/09/1998105/15/1998
 Frame bent or out of alignment causing premature wear of the tires.
12/22/1998
 The sub-frame bushing is failing due to unknown reasons (design has been changed. ) also, whenever stopping or turning, there is clunking noise that sounds like the wheel well, sound comes from the left front. *ak
07/01/1996304/12/1995
 Ford ordered by california dispute settlement board to replace front braking system. caliper failure results in premature wearing of right front brake pads. this was done in april of 1997. less than one year later, front brakes show 35% wear on left an 100%. front suspension has also made popping sounds for a long time, with no reason offered by ford.
05/11/1995
 Brakes replaced, vehicle computer chip failed, air conditioner malfunctioned, the motor started missing, at 36,000 miles the vehicle started making chirping noises, belt frayed and a warbeling sound started in the tires and front end.
11/12/1994110/21/1994
 Vehicle pulls right.
11/01/19951
 Misalignment, causing vehicle to pull to the right. *sd
02/07/19957
 Suspension noise/alignment problem.
11/01/19941
 Vehicle constantly pulls towards the right at all speeds. *skd
12/20/1994
 Traveling 60mph front end made loud noise and vehicle locked up. due to an electrical problem. tt
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM
12/01/1997
 Bob keim replace control arm / spindle assembly first week of jan. 1998. this was covered under ford 3 year 36 month warranty. bob keim would not replace transmission as 36 month warranty expired april 3rd which was the date that vehicle was originally put into service. amco completely rebuild transmission for me 5/15/98 at a cost of $1,958.99
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM
05/20/2000
 While driving on highway at the normal speed limit left rear dropped like in a blowout. vehicle started to fishtail. pulled over, and noticed that left rear was down, and the shocks were blownout. had vehicle towed to dealer. consumer was told that left rear control arm snapped, causing it to disconnect the rear axle from frame. *ak
110/01/1996
 Right front sub frame to control arm bushing inner sleeve rotates in subframe mounting bracket. the separation on the front of the bushing inner sleeve wears on the mounting bracket, eventually enlarging the mounting hole and wearing the metal thickess away. the result is a clucking noise in the front end because of the now loose lower control arm. nhtsa item #'s sb036893 and sb045761 reference the complaint but not the real problem. if the front bracket fails totally at some point, the van will lose its rf suspension and steering. also causes the van to pull to the right, and makes it impossible to align the front end because off approximately noticable toe variation on there right wheel. ford dealer mechanic says it is a common problem. just tighten the bolt and hope for the best or replace the entire subframe. *ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT
1
 The right front ball joint axle broke. *ak *jb
SUSPENSION - FRONT - MACPHERSON STRUT
06/01/2001106/01/1998
 I have had a continuing stream of endless repairs to this ford windstar. staring with the water pump one week after purchase; then the left front spring and strut collasped; next the abs system almost cost me my life by failing on a downgrade into an intersection; a compoent of the fuel injection system in the main computer failed; the rear master cylinder on the brakes was leaking; the transmission has never shifted correctly almost giving passengers whiplash; the rear power door lock on the tailgate has just never worked form day one; i did receive a recall for the hood and that was replaced; now the power windows operate without the key in the ignition, but the door locks do not work and the vehicle is totally diabled, it will not start or even try to turn over. i am just a nurse not a millionaire, i have paid almost $5,000.00 in repairs into this vehicle in the 2 1/2 years i have owned it. and now it is dead, leaving me with no transportation to work, my only source of income. please help.
04/10/20011
 Consumer walked toward vehicle and noticed spring was hanging down. day before consumer was driving it with no problem. consumer has contacted us first to see if there was a recall. no further steps have been made.*ak consumer states the left front coil spring broke in half with a sharp point of coil very close to tire, consumer suspects lack of support or weak springs. front struts and springs were replaced. *slc
08/02/20001
 Strut was repaired. *slc
01/12/20001
 The struts were replaced. *slc
11/15/1998106/01/1994
 Abs/transmission failures. also replaced front brake calipers/struts/wiring. engine head gaske tblew out, causing engine to leak. engine check light comes on/off. *ak
12/14/19981002/01/1995
 Ford is aware of defective trasmissions in '95 windstar. car lurches forward after not accelerating from a stop position, could cause accident if another car were in front, slipping transmission at 50,000 is unconscionable. dealer checked and said i would have to have a new transmission installed at $2,400. check online under ford windstar automatic transmission problems there are thousands of cusotmers with transmissions and head gaskets blowing at very low milage. is there a class action suit regarding this defect? apparently, ford is aware of the problem but won't do a recall because it's too expensive. i am single mom with 3 children whom i must drive to and from school every day and i am very concerned about our safety. please help me! according to other owners, after their transmissions began to slip, it was only weeks before the whole thing blew. i do not have the money to buy a new transmission. ford should do something. *ak strater faile at 55,955 miles. the vehicle would not start numerous times. abs light stays on due to master cylinder failure. loud noise in front suspension due to struts failure. brakes make grinding noise. serpentine belt failed. temprature guage running hot because of temprature sensor failure. the consumer states that the vehicle is a lemon and should be recalled. *yh
10/18/1995110/21/1994
 Loud noise in right front when turning, due to upper strut bushing.
04/01/19941
 Struts too short for vehicle, causing noise. *dsh
06/01/19951
 Front strut failed. *skd
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER
05/14/2002
 At 35mph shock absorbers snapped, causing vehicle to have no acceleration. cause unknown. dealer notified. *ak
02/01/2001101/01/2000
 The front shocks broke causing noise to be emmitted from the wheel well. nlm
10/02/1996110/27/1994
 Shocks replaced.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
06/06/2008150000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford windstar. while driving 55 mph over a bumpy road, the contact heard a loud explosion coming from the vehicle. she pulled the vehicle over and noticed that the tire was shredded. she placed a spare on the vehicle and drove to a service station. the mechanic stated that the front passenger side coil spring failed and punctured the tire. the vehicle has not been repaired. her insurance company emailed her a list of recalls that may have applied to her vehicle. ford stated that there were no recalls for her vehicle. the email stated that ford would offer a warranty for 10 years for the repair of the coil springs for her vehicle. ford stated that they could not assist. the failure mileage was 150,000 and current mileage was 157,000.
06/25/2007104/09/2001
 '95 windstar was denied alignment due to fractured front left coil spring. the fracture is within the 1st coil from bottom, so not noticeable until technician casually noticed it. the crack is quite rusty which would indicate that it's been broken for a long time. was told ford would replace, but upon calling, told that for only 10 years (nhtsa id: 01i007000) - even though it's probably been cracked for years. ford dealer now wants $385+. if cracks again, could puncture tire & cause sudden accident. amazed that this is not mandatory recall!!! *tr
07/25/20072350001
 Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford windstar. on july 24, 2007, the vehicle was taken to have the transmission serviced. at that time, the contact learned that the coil springs were cracked and failing. he searched the internet and found the nhtsa website. he discovered safety recall number 01i007000 (suspension: front:springs:coil springs). the service representative stated that his vehicle was included in the recall, but the ten-year free period expired. the contact informed the representative that he had never received a safety recall notice. the representative stated that it was nhtsa's responsibility to mail out the recall notices. the purchase date was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 235,000.
06/28/200697657103/07/1996
 On 6/28/06 i took my 1995 ford windstar vin: 2fmda5140svc78066 into a firestone auto service center in wexford pa for replacement of a broken right front sway bar. after conducting an inspection, i was informed that the left front coil spring was rusted and broken. that it had to be replaced, along with the right coil spring. i was on vacation in the pittsburgh, pa area at the time. my residence is in rhode island. having no time to conduct an investigation of recalls, safety notices, or find a ford dealership that could take the vehicle in, i had firestone replace both coil springs & struts, along with the sway bar. i returned to my residence in rhode island today an learned from your website that there was a nhtsa campaign id #01i007000 issued on july 12, 2001 for the front coil springs. specifically that: 1995 -- 1998 ford windstar minivans. the front coil springs could potentially fracture due to corrosion. the remedy listed on your site indicated that ford was extending the warranty for replacement of the coil springs for 10 years from the warranty start date. i purchased my ford windstar from rizzo ford as a used vehicle on/about 3/7/1996. i called ford at 1-866-46-7332 as listed in the notes of your site and spoke to a walter. he informed me that there were no open programs listed for my specific vehicle using the vin. the problem i encountered was a fractured front coil spring resulting from corrosion. it is exactly the issued described. i saved the coil spring and front strut. *nm
04/15/20064
 Dt*: the contact stated that there are on going problems with the transmission. the vehicle was taken to independent mechanic for repairs on 4 occasions. the vehicle continued to slip out of gear while driving even after repairs were done. on the fourth visit the mechanics extended the warranty on the transmission and determined that the coil springs were out dated. the manufacturer was contacted regarding coil springs they determined that the vehicle was not protected under warranty any longer.
02/15/2006145000110/19/2004
 Dt*: the contact stated while having the tires rotated at an independent repair shop, the mechanic discovered the right front coil spring was cracked. there is a nhtsa recall, # 01i007000, regarding the front coil springs. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. although the problem persisted, no repairs were made. updated 03/03/06. *jb
01/10/2006100930107/14/1994
 1995 windstar purchased new on july 14, 1994, i am the original owner. the vehicle has approximately 100930 miles on it. the tires have less than 600 miles on them. have had all maintenance on the vehicle done at the dealership where purchased. also, have had all recalls that i was made aware of fixed at this dealership. driver's side spring fractured, puncturing tire with a hole approximately 4 long by 1 high as it was being backed out of the driveway. the vehicle is currently at the dealership where purchased to be repaired. cost to be well over $700.00, not including the cost of a new front tires. contacted ford customer service and, after explaining problem i was told that ford would only cover this for a 10 year period from the original date of warranty, because this was not a safety problem and therefore ford would not cover the repairs. my questions are how can the instantaneous failure of the front springs on a vehicle and subsequent puncturing of the front tires, without warning, while driving the vehicle not be a safety problem?; how can the manufacturer and the nhtsa be aware of the problem and not notify the vehicle owners?; why isn't there a process to appeal this outside of the manufacturer's own customer service organization?; and is there a process to have this problem reevaluated and followed up on?. *jb
05/07/2005102/08/2000
 I would very much like ford to stand by the email below dated july 11th, 2005 from kristen kinley of ford fcsd public affairs 313-337-2786 kkinley@ford.com which states that: i am still eligible for the 01m03 extended coverage on the front springs. i would very much appreciate it if either ford, or my ford dealer would reimburse me for the money i paid out of my own pocket to my ford dealer on may 7th, 2005 to have those front springs replaced since ms. kinley's email dated july 11th, 2005 states that i am still eligible for the 01m03 extended coverage on the front springs.the front springs were replaced at my expense on may 7th, 2005 at ed carney ford inc. 189 route #10 east hanover twp, nj 07936 phone: (973) 386-1771 fax: (973) 386-9093 salescarney@earthlink.net robert pinkus rpinkus@research.att.com po box 2379 livingston, new jersey 07039 ----original message----- from: kinley, kristen (k.l.) [mailto:kkinley@ford.com] sent: monday, july 11, 2005 12:53 pm to: pinkus,robert j (robert) subject: fw: 1995 ford windstar 2 dr gl passenger van robert, i called our customer service center directly. here's what they told me about your '95 windstar. briefly... i don't have the details on each of these, but if you provide the recall numbers (those listed before the description below) to the dealer, they should be able to look it up in their database and pull up the specific repair procedures for each. hope this helps. you are still eligible for the 01m03 extended coverage on the front springs 02s36 brakeline - repaired 6/20/02 97s88 hood separation - repaired 12/6/00 98m01 head gasket - repaired 11/22/99 this vehicle was not part of the affected population for the other field actions kristen kinley fcsd public affairs 313-337-2786 kkinley@ford.com 1. suspension:i-beam:solid:front spring:coil recall number: 01i007000. *jb
07/01/2005130000112/01/2003
 Dt: the consumer states on her 1995 ford windstar, there was nhtsa recall 01i007000 on the front coil springs. the spring on the passenger front broke when turning and caused the tire to blow out. the vehicle was towed at that time to a mechanic, and they informed the consumer about the recall. when she called ford, they told her it was too late, that because the vehicle was originally bought in 1994 the warranty ran out. when she purchased the vehicle, in 2003, she received no notice there was a recall. ford did not even have her as the current owner of the vehicle. the mechanic did find that the driver's side coil was broke. the tire was damaged, and there were no injuries.*ak the consumer stated she has been having problems with the abs since 2003. *jb
03/29/2005175000110/10/1995
 1995 ford windstar - without warning the front end of van dropped slightly. heard scraping and grinding sounds from front right. removed tire and found broken coil spring with sharp point about 1 inch above tire tread. mounted spare tire, drove to dealership. they replaced both front springs under ford safety improvement campaign. there was no recall in efect for these dangerous defective parts. dealer kept old part. ford is aware of defective springs and notified owners in 2001 about safety improvement campaign. they should recall and replace all of these dangerous springs regardless of mileage and length of service on the vehicles.*ak
08/20/20041050001
 While parked front driver's side coil spring broke. as a result, the tire exploded. *ak
07/13/2004128601104/05/2001
 We were driving our 1995 ford windstar when the right front coil spring broke and slashed the inside of the tire which caused it to deflate immediately to the rim. we were lucky to be able to stop and avoid an accident and no one was hurt. we pulled the tire off and put on the donut. the coil spring was broke and jutting out like a knife. we took the vehicle to our auto mechanic who replaced the broken coil spring as well as the other one (since it was rusted and compressed). he also had to replace the struts and bearings since when the coil spring broke something flew up and hit the boot where the bearings are located. that was on 7/13. someone told us to look on the internet to see if there was a recall on the broken coil springs. we saw that there is a nhtsa campaign id number 01i007000 referencing coil springs breaking and tires deflating on 1995 ford windstars. it also states that ford is extending the warranty for front coil spring replacement to a total of 10 years of service from the warranty start date, with unlimited mileage. it says that this coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners at no charge and if either front coil spring fractures during the coverage period noted, the dealer will replace both springs at no charge to the owner. i called the phone number listed for ford...866-436-7332...and they said they didn't have a recall. i'm wondering if my particular 1995 ford windstar was made at a different manufacturing facility and that is why they didn't see anything covering the vehicle. either way...the same type of failure and damage happened to my vehicle and i am a very careful driver...i baby my vehicles. this failure and damage is not acceptable to me and ford should cover my vehicle. we went to our auto mechanic, not a ford dealership since we are second owners, we didn't know what ford dealership to go to. thank you.
11/08/2003360006
 I own a 1995 ford windstar the paint is blistering off in huge pieces. ford says it is not their problem , paint should not peal from a car like this it is blistering off in sheets . i have read that ford is paying for painting only if the customers are really loud about complaints. i have also read that many complaints have already been sent here. this automobile has been a nightmare with defects and recalls. anyone in the automotive business laughs when they here what kind of car i own. 10 years to pay it off, 3 head gaskets later rebuilt trans engine heads warped from factory coils springs breaking electrical malfunctions , paint lifting off the vertical sides, brake problems....the list goes on and now ford no longer lists the windstar on their site. they have changed the name to free star i wonder why?
01/08/2003102/01/1997
 Front coil spring broke, punctured passenger front tire, this was after inspection at dealership for recall notice. dealership replaced springs and one tire. i replaced struts and other three tires. no way can a quick visual inspection allow a tech to know if coil spring is likely to have metal fatigue/failure. *nlm
04/01/2002
 Left front coil spring broke while driving, causing vehicle to shimmy and collapse. when vehicle collapsed, left front tire was punctured. dealer has repaired vehicle. please provide additional information.*ak
04/06/1999
 While making a right turn the coil spring popped off, causing it punch left front tire. dealer notified. *ak
03/04/1999
 While making a right turn coil spring popped out, causing it to punch left front tire. dealer notified. *ak
10/19/2001
 Consumer received recall notice 01i0070000. dealer and manufacturer were refusing to perform repairs. they stated that there was no obvious corrosion damage on springs. *ak
06/01/2001106/01/1998
 I have had a continuing stream of endless repairs to this ford windstar. staring with the water pump one week after purchase; then the left front spring and strut collasped; next the abs system almost cost me my life by failing on a downgrade into an intersection; a compoent of the fuel injection system in the main computer failed; the rear master cylinder on the brakes was leaking; the transmission has never shifted correctly almost giving passengers whiplash; the rear power door lock on the tailgate has just never worked form day one; i did receive a recall for the hood and that was replaced; now the power windows operate without the key in the ignition, but the door locks do not work and the vehicle is totally diabled, it will not start or even try to turn over. i am just a nurse not a millionaire, i have paid almost $5,000.00 in repairs into this vehicle in the 2 1/2 years i have owned it. and now it is dead, leaving me with no transportation to work, my only source of income. please help.
04/08/2001104/14/1995
 Consumer was inside the house and heard a loud crash sound. conusmer was unaware that it was the vehicle. front end was mounted on wheels. dealer stated springs were corroded. consumer hired a investigator to inspect vehicle further. springs collapsed because coating for corrosion prematurely wore off. cost to repair was $952. *ak a suspension spring failed and punctured the front tire, both springs were replaced along with the tires, the poor adhesion of the black coating material is apparently a design problem in the spring, it is possible the stresses and bending moments in the bottom of the spring are greater and therefore caused the bond between the coating and the spring to slowly deteriorate, through the continuous loading of the spring and slow deterioration of the bond of the coating, the coating started to flake off exposing the bare steel. *slc
06/07/200105/01/1999
 Leaked quite a bit of antifreeze...had to replace timing cover gasket. also more recently, a front tire blew due to rusted front springs and struts which had to be replaced. *ak
06/04/20011
 Vehicle was parked in garage, consumer heard a loud noise, went over to vehicle and saw that front right of vehicle had dropped. front passenger's side coil spring broke. no prior problems on this issue. *ak
05/24/2001106/13/1996
 Front suspension spring had snapped while pulling into driveway. contacted mechanic, and informed consumer not to drive vehicle, but have it towed in for repairs. *ak
 While traveling and without any indication front left spring had broken, causing front tire to go flat. please provide further information. *ak
02/14/2001
 Left front coil spring broke while driving ,shreading the tire. dealer and manufacturer have been notified.*ak
06/19/19982
 On two occasions front coil springs broke, causing tire to blowout. *ak the design of the left front coil spring has broken twice, the spring broke and cut the tire, which then blew out at 70- 75 mph.*jb
04/13/2001
 Consumer was going a maxium of 10mph and vehicle was hit on left side, just in front of rear tire. next day, consumer noticed vehicle pulling to left and making a loud noise when making a sharp turn. insurance adjuster stated that front coil spring broke. dealer didn't believe that coil spring was broken from accident. consumer's warranty will not cover repairs. *ak
06/01/2000
 While traveling at approximately 45 mph left front suspension spring broke. consumer was still able to operate vehicle. dealership replaced spring. then, in may 2001, while turning the vehicle on, there was a loud boom noise that came from vehicle. upon examination, left front suspension spring had broken again. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
07/01/1994
 Loud noise from front coil springs, but ford dealers say no problem as noise is normal. *ak
06/01/2000108/01/1994
 Spring broke while vehicle was being parked after completing a 70 mile highway trip with family of 6 in van. severely punctured tire. requesting reimbursement for repair of failed part. no longer own vehicle due to unsafe conditions and excessive recalls/owner notifications. *ak
04/10/20011
 Consumer walked toward vehicle and noticed spring was hanging down. day before consumer was driving it with no problem. consumer has contacted us first to see if there was a recall. no further steps have been made.*ak consumer states the left front coil spring broke in half with a sharp point of coil very close to tire, consumer suspects lack of support or weak springs. front struts and springs were replaced. *slc
 Both front suspension coils have boken onto front wheels. manufacturer has been notified.*ak
03/23/1998108/30/1994
 The front left coil spring broke while parked in garage. nlm
01/19/20001
 Front spring in the suspension system broke and punctured tire while backing out of garage. nlm
 Right coil spring broken and punctured tire while backing out of driveway. dealer notified, and informed consumer that the vehicle was not cover under a recall. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak
12/16/2000101/01/1996
 Backing out of a parking space there was odd noise. consumer stopped, got out and driver's side front end was down to ground. moving vehicle so tow truck could get to vehicle. coil spring punctured tire. warranty was expired. dealer didn't give explanation for cause. *ak the cause for front end failure was coil spring breaking. *yh
06/01/1999
 Consumer backed out of driveway, put vehicle in drive and front dropped, driver's side coil spring had broken. *ak
02/11/2001104/20/1994
 While driving left front coil spring broke and punctured right tire, causing front end to fall down. also, right coil spring cracked. *ak
06/22/2000108/01/1994
 Major head gasket problem with this vehicle now problem with front engine cover due to poor workmanship when engine was replaced. ford needs to admit that this is a real problem and fully compensate for repairs . coil spring failure is very dangerous. i am glad that it happened when the vehicle was going into the driveway and not at highway speeds like when the engine blew. it is two bad this model year was a disaster and ford play such a game with a serious safety issue.a m. *ak
07/08/1999
 Ea 00 027/suspension coil spring breakage: while backing up into driveway left front coil spring broke and punctured tire. vehicle towed and repaired by an independent repairs shop. feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak
01/23/2001109/01/1996
 Right front coil spring broke while i was driving. the spring bunched up on the strut and punctured the right front tire. i spoke to a mechanic where i had the spring changed, he said this happens all the time. i am thankful i was not travelling at highway speeds when the tire blew out, as i may have lost control of my car. this is a pretty poor design if the spring is not contained when it breaks. there are many windstars on the road and i hate to think that any of these could do this at any time like mine did. thank you.*ak
06/01/2000108/01/1995
 Driver side front suspension spring broke. initially vehicle was drivable but eventually the spring collapsed enough to cause rubbing on the tire. spring was replaced after a 3 month wait due to ford not having any. this is on top of 2 head gasket replacements and a transmission replacement. the vehicle is a lemon, ford knows it, and the consumer gets screwed. .*ak
04/07/2000109/01/1996
 I read that there have many problems with springs on ford windstars. the ford garage told me that this was an unusual problem. it seems to me that these springs are defective if there are this many occurrences. we were told that if this failure occurred at a high speed the tire would be punctured and a serious accident would have happened. thanks, jim briggs. *ak
02/01/2001106/23/1995
 While driving front end made noise. took vehicle to service station and spring coil was broken. *ak
12/15/2000102/01/1996
 Front left coil spring broke and punctured tire while traveling approximately 20-25 mph. dealer notified, and made repairs at consumer's cost. *ak
04/10/20001
 Vehicle was parked when the right coil spring broke, puncturing tire, vehicle then collapsed and caused further damage to spring bar assembly, struts, and front end alignment, a repairman stated that the spring must have cracked some time ago due to cracked parts being rusted. *slc
01/22/2001105/01/1997
 While driving on icy road conditions at 15 mph or less front coil spring broke off, and went through driver's side tire cutting, and damaging the tire. consumer has contacted dealer. *ak
03/24/1998
 Ea00027; front driver's side coil spring broke unexpectedly which may have caused a crash. please provide further information. *ak
01/29/2001108/14/1995
 Ea00027; front suspension coil spring broke while driving 20 mph, causing damage to tire, struts and bearing. *ak *slc
01/15/20011
 While making a right turn at 5 mph front left coil spring broke, causing front end to drop. dealer has been contacted.*ak the coil spring breaking damaged the strut and velocity axles. the vehicle was leaking coolant due to water pump failure. *yh
09/04/2000107/01/1996
 The front coil spring broke and moved down from its position and began rubbing against the inside sidewall of the tire causing the tire to smoke and blowout violently. nlm
08/03/2000111/01/1994
 Coil spring broke and pierced the tire causing it to blow. potential for serious accident
05/04/2000104/01/1995
 Left side front coil spring broke. *ak
06/22/2000108/01/1994
 The coil spring failed during night-time storage in our garage. the broken spring was resting on the front left tire. breakage at highway speed could have been catastrophic.*ak
07/12/2000112/01/1996
 Pulling out of a parking lot i heard a rubbing noise. i parked the vehicl and turned the wheel. the tire exploded. when i looked the coil had broken and one end was jammed through the tire. i called ford and they said nothing could be done. i could not find a part any where. i called 3 ford delaerships and they said all the parts were back ordered and could not be delivered for months. i called ford customer sefcie as my car was broken down 100 miles from my home. they said to put my name on an order form and wait for the part, even though i was paying $43.00 a day for a rental car. when towing the car to a dealership for repair both windows exploded fro no reason. we ended up ordering a used spring from ohio over 600 miles away and had to pay to have it shipped. when it arrived it was the rear coil and had to be sent back and reordered. the new part is due to be delivered monday. i will be without the vehicle for 7 days if the part is put on tuesday.
06/21/2000103/01/2000
 While backing from parking spot, driver heard a large bang. driver smelled burning rubber during 3 mile drive home. broken spring was found which destroyed front driver's side tire.
104/01/1995
 Front coil springs broke, casing front suspension to drop down onto the front tires. dealer has been contacted.*ak
06/18/20001
 Left front spring broke, causing a puncture in tire which then burst. dealer claimed there was no new spring available, that the best they could do was to provide consumer with a used spring. *ak *ml
05/10/200009/15/1997
 While pulling out of a parking ramp driver's side frame fell over tire. vehicle towed to an independent repair shop. mechanic informed consumer that front coil spring broke. manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall due to vin. *ak *ml
03/01/1997
 Front suspension spring coil broke, and blew out tire. *ak
02/21/200010/01/1999
 Driver's side front coil spring broke, which may cause a loss of vehicle control and a crash. also problems with transmission system which needs to be replaced. automatic transmission was sluggish at 67000 miles, progressively got worse--over drive light was flashing and transmission was not going into the next gear while driving.
 While entering the vehicle the coil spring broke. dealers had replaced both coil springs. *ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
 Front left leaf spring broke while driving at 65-70 mph. spring punctured tire, causing a blowout. ford has been contacted. *ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - TORSION BAR
05/01/2001105/01/1997
 During a nys vehicle inspection the front anti-sway bar was found to be broken - one end hanging dangerously down. the anti-sway bar is made of tubing, rather than solid bar stock. when my repair shop called a ford dealer to obtain a replacement he was told the dealer kept stock on hand as it was common for them to break.*ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR
05/29/2006132950102/28/2005
 1)my van was pulling to the right and the tires were worn. 2) i took my 1995 ford windstar to firestone to have new tires put on and an alignment done. they installed the tires and told me they could not do the alignment because the sway bar was broken in two. they also stated it was bad craftsmanship because the bar is a hollow metal tube instead of a solid piece. they also said i needed both inner tie rod ends replaced because the lack of control from the sway bar put stress on them and damaged them. 3) tires were replaced and i was given an estimate of $400 for the sway bar and $300 for the tie rod ends and alignment. *jb
02/12/2005125000102/02/1995
 1995 ford windstar gl w/3.8l engine - broken front stabilizer bar near passenger side bushing caused erratic and unstable steering response, and body roll. this could easily have resulted in a serious accident had the car been driven at highway speeds with the broken bar. broken bar seems to have been caused by corrosion, and design deficiency as the original part, which was essentially a bent hollow-center pipe, has been replaced by ford with a solid-bar type design. *ak
06/04/20042
 While driving a loud banging noise was heard from the front. vehicle shook uncontrollably. consumer was able to maintain control of vehicle, and drove it home. consumer contacted dealer to make an appointment to have it towed in for repairs. *ak
01/07/2003109620010/27/2001
 Broken sway bar detected during state safety inspection.
08/21/1995
 Driver and passenger side makes noise when making turn also wearing tires, bracket that welds frame to vehicle stablizer bar. tt
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
11/01/1996111/01/1996
 Noise coming from front suspension, dealer notified and informed consumer that it was due to a cracked/broken bushing, vehicle was not covered under a recall, also warranty expired.*ak consumer states the problem was brought to the attention of the dealer shortly after purchase, the dealer stated that noise was in most of the windstars and that manufacturer was aware of the problem and that no repair at that time, dealer tried to reapir but had no success, consumer received a notice from ford about the extension of the warranty for the front coil springs, but was informed by ford that his problem and the notice that was sent out are not related.*jb
06/01/2000
 Front right wheel bearings were causing a ticking noise during operation of vehicle. dealership replaced wheel bearings three times, and has not been able to remedy problem. please provide any additional information / attachments.*ak
08/02/1996304/01/1995
 Consumer has had the subframe bushings replaced on 2 occasions within a five year period under 70,000 miles, on one occasion at 65488 miles the vehicle experienced the same symptoms (knocking under the floorboards) as before when the bushings needed replaced, however this time the dealer diagnosed the problem as loose subframe bolts which did not correct the problem, so a month later the dealer stated the subframe bushings had failed again, consumer is requesting reimbursement. *slc
09/01/1999207/01/1995
 My 1995 windstar has had problems since day 1. paint job had to be repaired; windshield had crack..replaced; sliding door was leaking and had to be adjusted 3 times; head gasket failure; timing gasket failure; wheel bushing failure; interior parts not installed properly; abs light/elect system failure (2x); i feel so bad about this thing i don't know what to do. ford doesn't care. i can't sell this thing with a clear conscience....but ford did. can you help us!!!! there are many, many others like me. i am very concerned the tranny will go next as has been reported by so many other windstar owners when they reach the 60-75000 mile range. in addition, the timing cover gasket costs approximately $850 to fix. i don't want to pay for this repair but neither ford or my dealer will fix the problem. mechanics i have spoke with said to talk with the dealer...this should not happen at such a low mileage. i believe it was happening since day one intermittantly. (i have always had antifreeze leaking on my garage floor since day 1. the dealer said it was loose fittings. so now i am stuck with it. help us!!!
 When traveling on the interstate speed 60 mph and upon exiting the highway, making a right hand turn and approuching a parking lot, when the driver's side front wheel bearing separated from the axle assembly. consumer has contacted the dealer. please proviide any further details. *ak
 When traveling on the interstate speed 60 mph and upon exting the highway making a right hand turn approuching a parking lot, when the driver side front wheel bearing separated from the axle assembly. consumer has contacted the dealer. please provide any further details. *ak
SUSPENSION - REAR
1
 The front axle and sway bar failed causing the vehicle to lean to the right and over steer, there is also a banging noise in the front wheel. nlm
04/15/2001110/01/1994
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
04/15/2001
 While driving 25-30 mph vehicle shifted to right , had vehicle towed home, and discovered that rear control arm had broken. *ak
07/15/2000
 Rear stablizaber bar broke, causing the rear axle to shift and cause a loss of vehicle control. please provide further information.*ak
04/03/199706/01/1995
 I am exasperated at my losses and frustrated trying to recoup my money. i wish to achieve an amicable resolution with ford. please assist. thank you, sincerely, nicola zanghi. no safety defect mentioned in summary. *ak
05/01/1996108/17/1995
 Struts (stabilzer bar) failed.
04/13/1998103/07/1995
 Rear control arm broke and driver was unable to control vehicle.
11/27/1997
 Driving at approximately 65-70 mph sway bar bracket on the highway broke , back end was moving uncontrollably. dealer said rare for this defect to happen, replaced bracket. *ak
07/12/1996112/07/1994
 Sway bar rusted through in 2 spots, causing it to break/accident.
10/18/1995110/21/1994
 Rear suspension makes loud clunk due to insufficient lubrication.
SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER
04/01/1996103/01/1995
 Rear shocks failed at 3000 mi. a/c compressor relay failed summer of 1996 (hasn't work reliably since). tailgate lock motor failed, pass window motor faled, sliding door elec contacts replaced, head gaskets failed 3 times in 80000 mi. and many other problems that the dealers have fixed under warranty or service bulletins. how much will it take for ford to take responsibility for the 1995 lemon windstar !!!
03/01/1996108/17/1995
 Shock absorber failed.
06/01/19951
 The rear right shock absorber failed, the truck made a lot of noise and could be heard over the radio. tt
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
01/12/1995
 Driver heard a loud bang and noticed torsion bar broke. tt
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
02/06/200104/01/1999
 When spring broke the l/f almost new tire was punctured and ruined. *ak

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