When driving no more then over two miles vehicle was leaking coolant and overheated. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer corrected problem under recall at 65 thousand miles. Head gasket replaced with an aluminum part. Vehicle experienced same problem at one hundred nine thousand miles. Manufacturer refused to correct problem. *ak the manufacturer was aware of both the transmission and head gasket problems even before the consumer purchased this vehicle. Still, there were no attempt by the manufacturer to correct these problems.
1995 Ford Windstar engine complaints
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It is my understanding that ford has an unusually high number of gasket failures, and that there is already a recall on the head gasket. However - the front cover gasket failures are not covered under this recall repair. I am interested in information on the number of front cover gasket failures in the early windstar models, and whether or not this issue is under investigation. Thank you.
I had to have my engine and transmission repaired on this vehicle and from the reports I have heard I would like my money back because these things could have been avoided.
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
Engine blew out, and headgasket had to be replaced prior to that.
While driving engine check light came on, and white smoke started coming out. Then vehicle started to sputter and overheated.
Head gaskets have blown prematurely. Dealer replaced head gaskets at 80000 miles under t extended warranty policy. Head gaskets have blowed since then. Manufacturer has been notified.
Transmission failed one month after consumer's extended warranty. Vehicle is experiencing engine and engine cooling problems, head gasket blew causing timing cover gasket to fail, after repair of head gasket, engine started to rattle, now there is a bearing problem which is due to vehicle overheating, dealer stated vehicle needs a new engine. *slc the transmission failed the head gasket blew the timing cover gasket failed. The consumer wants reimbursment from the manufacturer for the above failed parts that had been replaced.
Ford replaced engine after head gaskt repairs contaminated.jerking again!!the original engine was replaced aug 2000 after ron robert's ford contaminated it when repairing the head gasket that went out. (which in order to have repaired I had to get my state attorney general consumer protection office involved because ford and ron roberts refused to replace the gasket even after I had been in and had it checked 4 months before as per an owner notification I received.) I took my vehicle to be repaired by pruitt ford in burkburnett, tx after the ron roberts fiasco. Pruitt did the engine replacement. My check engine light was still on...I took it back and had some hoses replaced. I was advised that no tune up was needed (note: my oxygen sensor was replaced 4 months before my engine blew). For the first time in 3 years my check engine was off. I just got on the road for long trip (the first since the hoses were replaced) after 1 hour the vehicle started jerking when I was travelling at 50-60 MPH. Only lower speeds (40-50mph) or higher speeds (70-80 MPH) stopped the jerks. I pulled over for about 15 mins, restarted the vehicle and, once again, the check engine light is on. The engine also stalls when making sudden and hard stops. This jerking is the exact same thing the firt engine was doing before the head gasket went out. I was told by pruitt that ford would not hold up the "100,000 mi head gasket repair" on my new engine even though it only has 12,000 mi. On it. Can the federal safety agency do anything to stop this thing. I have been going round and round with ford about my vehicle since 1998. I like the windstars ride and roominess but I do not like how ford is treating me. I have taken my vehicle in for all the owner notifications (3 so far) and keep up my maintenance. Who protects the consumer from half truths and just plain bad business ethics?
We have had ford replace the head gasket once, and the entire engine head & gasket on another occassion. Now, the engine is leaking coolant from around the timing belt housing. I can not get any satisfaction from ford motor co. My personal mechanic says that there should be no way that coolant should be leaking from that area of the engine with only 76,000 miles on the car! Can you help me? Thanks!
Transmission failure in aug. 2000, replaced at my cost,then head gasket blew, ford recall/program fixed under warranty, immediately aftr main bearing shot. Ford says it is not their problem.
Tried to start vehicle and failed. After several attempts vehicle started. Then, thick white smoke came out of rear of vehicle. Vehicle was towed to dealer, and notified consumer that head gasket blewout.
Recall on sliding door - problem ever since repaired. Rear wiper motor died three times and was replaced. Recall on head gaskets. Since ford dealer replaced them, the intake manifold gaskets blew, replaced those at our expense (approx. $1000), then the front water pump gasket blew and replaced those at our expense (approx. Another $500), then the engine blew and we were informed that the cause was water and antifreeze got into the engine and spun the bearings.... Told by the parts manager that it all started back with the head gaskets. Ford is not backing their engine due to this problem. Also, was not told the first time we came in that the replacement of the head gasket would cause more gaskets to break until after our second return to the service center. Since then, we authorized them to replace the engine. Ford does not have any on the shelf because they have gone thru so many of them and it would be another four weeks waiting period! Meanwhile, we will be wihtout a vehicle for two months and it will cost us another $1,000.! As far as the anti-lock brakes, the rear passenger side would make a loud thumping sound when brakes were applied....however, dealership said they could not find any problem. Therefore, we had to put up with the loud sound, which frightened my passengers and myself.
Ford has extended the manufactuers' warranty on this head gasket failure and associated damage up to 100,000 miles... Because our car had 104,200 miles ford was unwilling to provide any repairs. These head gaskets fail at a rate over 200 times the rate of other cars. We were well aware of this problem, however our car was asymptomatic until it suddenly failed.
Engine head gaskets failed, replaced at owner's expense, owner would like ford to help with repairs made, ford extended warranty for 7 years or 100,000 miles. Cj
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Radiator fluid was bubbling over, coming out tailpipe and smoking. Head gaskets blew out, and engine has to be replaced because of damage. Ford released a warranty extension for head gaskets. There were no prior problem when letter was received. Vehicle was to be only brought in when problem occurred. Also, letter was based on mileage which vehicle had exceeded at the time of problem. Ford was not willing to do anything dealing with letter. Rounded off it will be near $4000 damage, to be repaired.
Head gasket has failed, causing anti-freeze to leak. Ford will not cover it under extended warranty.
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.
Transmission was repaired 3 times, faulty processor replaced on two of those occasions.
Two sets of head gaskets have blowenout since replacement. Also, motor mounts broke on new engine.*ak the transmission was slipping and may fail soon.
The 3.8 engine , cover for anti freeze has deteriorated, and is leaking antifreeze into engine compartment.
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. .
Have heard of numerous problems with heads on ford 3.8litre.
We experienced a problem with our head gasket failing and subsequent repairs as a direct result of the head gasket failure. We had received a letter from ford stating that there was a potential for the head gasket failure and there would be an extended warranty to cover the replacement of the gasket however our problem is that ford knnows there is a problem with the 1995 windstar and did not cover the additional expensed we incurred because of a direct correlation with the failure of the head gasket. We had to pay $1100 out of our own pocket. If ford had simply placed a recall on these defective parts we would not have had this expense. I have spoken to three different people at ford's customer relations and not one single person wants to hear what I have to say. Our service mmanager informed us it is a problem and form motor co. Is well aware of it and chooses to do nothing to help the customer. Basically I was told by sherwin in customer relations that unfortunately I am an unsatisfied customer and they only have a handful of unsatisfied customers. He also told me they did an investigation and found that my repairs were not a result of the failure of the head gasket. I spoke to the service manager at dennison ford in bloomington and he confirmed my suspicions that he never talked to anyone in customer relations concerning my vehicle. Luckily I was only going 25 MPH and am wondering what could, have happened if I would have been traveling at 65 MPH on the interstate when my engine failed. I tried to file a complaint with sherwin today and I was told, I do not have a complaint to file. I was told I have no proof whatsoever to back up my claims however I was told,,,,,,,,,,by someone at dennison that yes indeed some of this engine fail,ure was a result of the head gasket problem. I feel that ford is not genuinely concerned with the safety of their customers. Is there anything you can do to help me? Thank you.
Heater not working properly. Temperature gauge overheated. Took it to dealer to check out. I was informed needed a new engine. The 3.8 liter v6 head gasket was a problem they were knowingly aware of. There is a special program providing coverage for 7 years or 100,000 miles. At 105,000 miles I do not qualify. My 5 year old vehicle needs a new engine at my expense. The vehicle was religiously maintained. The dealer, and supposed zone manager, won't budge. Why didn't they recall my car and replace the faulty head gasket before the engine failed. Unbelievable. As a consumer I feel I was mislead and intentionally kept uninformed. I fail to believe ford can get away with having a product on the road they know is an engine failure time bomb.
Numerous problems with '95 windstar including head gasket, oxgen sensor etc.
Engine head gaskets have gone bad, causing a major oil leak in engine compartment. Dealer has been contacted.
I have several more incidents but these are the major ones. No safety defect mentioned in summary.
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.
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