Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| BC9682961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50541 | Concerns for the labor time standard in tbs 96-19-02 (steering - grunt noise during steering wheel return from full right turn) is incorrect. *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 08/01/2002 | 2 | ||
| 1999 ford windstar problems with transmission, possible defect parts. *mr the consumer replaced the entire power steering assembly. the consumer previously owned a 1996 ford windstar which had a transmission problem. the consumer requested reimbursement for the repair cost. *scc *jb | |||
| 8 | 04/01/2000 | ||
| The consumer experienced the following: replaced two quick change valves, which appeared to be leaking, the tires dry rotted, and needed a new radiator. after the vehicle was picked up from repair(s), it started to make a noise, which was coming from the power steering, when turning left or right. the power steering pump nd rack needed to be replaced. the vehicle stalled in a parking lot. the dealer stated that the iac motor needed to be replaced. the vehicle stalled again, and the dealer stated that the rcm module needed to be replaced. the exterior temperature gauge was inoperative, and there was a hole in the left rear window where the latch had fallen out. the consumer has requested a refund for the money spent on repairs. scc | |||