Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford windstar. The check engine light illuminated on april 19, 2008, which was the purchase date of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the light would dim after fuel was placed into the vehicle; however, the light remained illuminated. The dealer placed sensors and new motor mounts on the engine and, afterwards, the contact was unable to drive more than 25 MPH. Due to the loud noise from the engine, a mechanic at a muffler shop advised her that there were no new motor mounts on the vehicle. In fact, the motor mounts on the vehicle were old and defective. The dealer has had the vehicle since may 1, 2008 and stated that no additional repairs will be made. The dealer accused the contact of damaging the motor mounts and adding 750 miles since purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle has been at the dealer several times since it was purchased. The estimated failure mileage was 135,000.
1995 Ford Windstar engine complaints
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I purchased a 1995 ford windstar from a private owner who reported no problems with it. After owning it for about 1 year, the engine began to run roughly. Shortly after, it would stall out if idling and I noticed the smell of gasoline. I took it to a repair and they told me it was shooting raw fuel out of the exhaust. I replace the computer module, two blown open fuel injectors, the spark plugs and the wires. They said that should correct the problem. Two months later the exact same thing happened again. This time it was suggested that the entire engine be replaced along with a new computer module. I donated the vehicle to a group listing all the items that were recommended to be fixed. We do not miss our "blow up mobile".
Purchased the van used in 2004. A few weeks later the transmission had to be rebuilt. Shortly after that the brake lights came on. Mechanic could not find anything wrong with the brakes, although periodically they made a noise and would stiffen up, then the pedal would go slack and then return to normal. The muffler fell off and was put back on. The check engine light had been on, when hooked up to the computer it only showed codes for the exhaust system. Then it started overheating and a bit of white smoke came from the tailpipe. The intake manifold gasket was replaced. 2 days later the overdrive light started blinking and the van didn't have much power and would stall out while emitting a thick cloud of white smoke from the tailpipe. Mechanic says now the head gasket is blown.
My wife was leaving church in the parking lot, the head gasket blew. Hi. My name is [xxx]. I am the unlucky owner of a 1995 ford windstar. The windstar has a factory defect in the head gasket mounting, that causes premature gasket failure(service bulletin #00m09). Well my windstar blew the head gasket on january 15th, of 2006. The van only has 76,000 original miles on it. When I contacted ford about this, they informed me that they would not repair it. I made 3 contact attempts to riser ford, in hot springs, and 2 contact attempts to the customer relations dept' at ford motor co. Each time they said they would not help me. I intent to take this all the way. I should not be responsible for defective part repairs to my vehicle. *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 15 MPH in normal conditions, the engine blew a head gasket. The contact noticed white smoke and water coming from the exhaust system. The vehicle was driven back to the residence where it was inspected. The contact discovered the #1 plug was full of water and no repairs were made. Updated 03/22/06.
Main engine bearing failed at 96,000 miles and took the transmission along with it. Total cost was $12,000. Since it was under warranty; customer paid only the deductible expense. Only the engine block was replaced. Other parts; head gasket, spark plugs etc were not. Which eventually lead to the following failure: the engine again blew a head gasket at 40,000 miles. Leaking anti-freeze, no heat, window defroster failed to work properly, could have caused a fatal crash etc. Customer finally had to junk 1995 ford windstar. No satisfaction from dealer's service department.
Dt: the contact owned a 1995 ford windstar. The contact purchased the vehicle on june 3, 2005 and the odometer read 59,000 miles. Contact ran a car fax report, and in the year 2000 the report was showing 100,300 miles on the vehicle. Also, the vehicle was not drivable because the transmission, head gasket, and fuel injection broke. She spoke with the dealership, and stated when they sold the van for someone else they would try to get contact money back.
Dt: took vehicle to dealer to be serviced in february 2005. Dealer told consumer motor mount was bad. The motor mount was replaced. 3 days later the new motor mount failed. Took vehicle back to service department and it was replaced. Was able to drive vehicle afterwards, but currently the motor mount broke again. *ak front motor mount had to be replaced. *tt
Defective 1995 ford windstar with recurrent mechanical malfunction. *bf the transmission was replaced soon after the vehicle was purchased. The consumer experienced an engine knock for the 3rd time which was due to a mechanical malfunction.
1995 ford windstar-engine overheated due to defective head gasket failure. Cylinder heads resurfaced, new head gaskets, replaced damaged connecting rod bearings and o2 sensors. Total cost $2454.
Vehicle lost power and commenced to make a hissing noise while driving 60 MPH. Vehicle was taken to the repair shop, and mechanic replaced two vacuum hoses that disintegrated from the excessive heat coming from the catalytic convertor. The dealer was not notified.
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!
Head gasket failure. Took to dealer and was told it had been recalled - I never got a notice and am now out of warranty. Estimate of $1800 to replace. Reading other posts, t appears this is not a definite permanent solution. My van only has 97,000 miles on it.
1995 windstar with 3.8v6. Head gasket leak. Have researched online and came across scores of this problem and have seen that many of these issue were reolved at no charge because it is a manufacturing defect. I am wondering if this is so and how do I present this to the ford repair people. Thank you for your time and consideration sincerely, james haugh.
Engine overheated once. Mechanic said coolant was leaking from timing chain cover. While saving for repair, have kept coolant added and engine has not overheated again, but now engine surges while idling, misses sometimes, and has low compression in three cylinders. Mechanic said all due to coolant leak, and engine unsafe, may blow at any time. Dealer said there was a ford information campaign on problem. I was not notified. Only have 69000 miles on vehicle, but ford told dealer they would not assist in repair. Please give any information about problem to help me when I call ford myself. Thank you!
My 1995 ford windstar started cutting off on me when I was driving it. I usually am transporting my children and their friends around and it is dangerous when in traffic the van just shuts off. It starts right back up, but I do not feel comfortable driving it anymore. After several visits to the dealer and other car repair places, the dealer sent us home without fixing the problem. We have replaced the iac valve, fuel filter, air filter, mass air flow sensor, and the camshaft position sensor. One place we took it checked for vacuum leaks and checked the fuel flow, which according to them was all fine. We did not keep any of the old parts listed above. There has got to be a reason for a car to just shut off, but everyone seems to be baffled. Event leading up to the failure the first time: got in the van to take my son to an orthodontic appointment. And as I pulled into the parking place in front of the building it just turned off. After the appointment. Driving home, it cut off on me 3 more times. I was very scared someone was going to hit me from behind or as I made a turn it cut off and a car just missed my front end. Another thing that is scary is when the engine cuts off, the steering locks up and I can barely get it pulled over to put it in park to start it again. If you can help I would really appreciate it.
Took 1995 ford windstar to haldeman ford (this where I purchased the van), because it was overheating, they made the repair which we paid $614.54 and told us that we needed a head gasket, we had an extended warranty for the used vehicle and that was suppose to be included on the warranty, but they told us that because we did not maintenance the car the proper we had to pay for it ourself, and that we had to buy a new engine (not a head gasket like they said at first) and pay out of our pocket $3,000 not including labor. I need to know what steps should we take in order for some one to hear us out. I also have copies of the warranty, receipts for the oil change and the receipt that I had paid for the repair. Thank you .
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 [xxx] 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 called 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. [xxx]. 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 business. 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 to me.*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Problems with head gaskets, transmission, and faulty brakes on 1995 ford windstar.*mr
On february 2001 dealership replaced the head gasket. Two years later the same problem recurred, engine overheated. Mechanic replaced the head gasket at consumer's expense of $2500.
I have owned my van since january 2000. Shortly after purchasing, my van had a blown head gasket, which was fixed under the ford recall. Still within the recall, a head gasket blew again. Ford told me the recall only allows for a one time repair. Since then, my van is on its third engine and third transmission. Most recently we have had to replace the main computer as well. We have spent more money fixing the van than what we paid for it.
The engine head gasket cracked and the anti-freeze went into the motor and the vehicle stopped running on mother's day. Previously, the vehicle had no power and anti-freeze was seen coming from the exhaust. The consumer could not drive the vehicle so he had it towed to the dealer who told the consumer that he had a cracked engine head and it would cost the consumer approximately $2000.00 because there was no recall on the problem. *ak *sc
I want to complaint on the ford windstar headgasket/engine. 4 time repair now again need repair and ford is refusing to fix it unless I pay 4100.00
Water in oil due to blown head gasket. On a 1995 ford winstar.
Consumer wanted to know if there are any pending class action suits against ford motor company regarding engine and transmission problems with 1995 ford windstar. *la *sc
Had to have heads replaced, electronic brain, and the transmission failed all within 1 1/2 years from date of purchase.
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?
Fwd let to regional administrator (region 9) on behalf of dolores & ira dahm (ca) re defective engine head gasket for a 1995 ford windstar, requests a defect investigation, reply attn. Joan b. Paredes@ san francisco ofc. *ph *jb
1995 ford windstar overheating - blown head gasket.
When consumer took vehicle to dealer for an oil change, dealer determined that engine head gasket needed replacement.
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