Transmission has never worked properly. Hard shifts between gears, and reverse gear fails intermittently. Have had to ford many times in last 5 years (when under warranty) and they refused to look at or fix saying "that's the way it's supposed to be" (don't think that's true since there are days I can't back my van up). Ford has never owned up to this problem. The 1995 windstar is a lemon with multiple problems and should be taken off the road. Other problems are a leaky engine head gasket and spongy/faulty ABS brakes.
1995 Ford Windstar: soft or spongy brake pedal
9 of the 3,325 complaints about the 1995 Ford Windstar describe soft or spongy brake pedal.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 26 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Soft or spongy brake pedal by model year
- 20031
- 20022
- 20011
- 20004
- 19991
- 19981
- 19963
- 19959
What owners say
While driving, experienced ABS failure, when during panic stop, at approx. 45mph, pedal grabbed then released, pedal travel too far down, brake action wasn't fast enough, pedal became spongy, went to floor , rearended another vehicle.
At hwy speeds, while applying brakes, pedal pulsates then fades, becomes spongy, does not stop fast enough, resulting in extended stopping distance, dealer replaced pads and resurfaced rotors at 13,000, problem persists.
While driving, exp. Abs failure, when attempting to slow/stop pedal goes almost to floor, pedal seems spongy, not stopping fast enough at approx. 30-35mph.
Anti-lock brake and regular brake warning light comes on , sometimes remaining on, when applied brakes make grinding noise. Soft pedal, extended stopping distance in any type weather, dealer ground down brake drums, vehicle available for inspection..
While sitting at an intersection brake pedal became spongy and upon applying the brakes, action seemed ineffective, resulting in extended stop distance.
Brakes system failure, brakes are spongy, pedal goes all the way to floor when braking. Tt
Spongy brakes.
Brake system; pedal soft/spongy, brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Slight amount of fluid residue on the outside of the rear wheel cylinder dust boot on vehicles with rear...
- Exhibiting intermittent anti-skid brake system and / or red brake lamp on at times while driving
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet...
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Some vehicles may exhibit ABS (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no (DTC) diagnostic...
- Some vehicles may exhibit ABS (anti-lock brake system) low speed false activation with no DTC (diagnostic...
- Some vehicles built through 9/8/97 may exhibit a condition of multiple diagostic trouble codes
- Some vehicles may exhibit rear drum brakes that drag or will not release properly when operated in wet...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain minivans 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, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. During assembly, some brake lines were installed in a twisted position, causing contact with the dash panel insulator above the catalytic converter. This contact could abrade the brake line corrosion protection, consequently, salt or water absorbed in the dash panel insulator would promote corrosion. This corrosion could ultimately lead to a leak in the brake line.
- Risk
- Leakage of brake fluid will result in brake light activation. Extended stopping distance could also result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake line for corrosion and clearance conditions. A brake line that is not corroded will be repositioned. A brake line that is corroded or leaking will be replaced with a nylon coated brake line and secured using three retaining clips to assure clearance from the insulator. Owner notification began may 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.
Recall number 02V101000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Ford Windstar spongy pedal
Is soft or spongy brake pedal a common problem on the 1995 Ford Windstar?
9 of 3,325 owner complaints about the 1995 Ford Windstar (0%) mention soft or spongy brake pedal. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Ford Windstar?
There is 1 recall and 26 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Ford Windstar
Engine failure 249Transmission failure 225Overheating 213ABS 179Brake failure 114Check engine light 92Slipping 75Stalling 75Fire or smoke 62Jerking 60Coil spring 55Grinding brakes 48Knocking 45Won't shift 43Hesitation 42Loss of power 42Ball joint 30Fuel leak 29Harsh shifting 22Tire blowout 22Wipers 21Adaptive cruise 20Won't start 20Fuel smell 19No deployment 15Door locks 15Sudden acceleration 14Misfire 12Fuel pump 11Seat belt 11Power windows 10Headlights 9Airbag light 7Oil consumption 6Pulling 6Power steering loss 5Steering lock-up 5
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