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1995 Ford Windstar engine complaints
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A head gasket had to be replaced on the car at 69,000 miles causing additional repairs, I.e: plugs, air filter, coolant etc. The service manager advised me that this defect has been apparent on the 3.8 liter engine on the windstar, taurus and sable. I was told that the dealership has performed service on this problem at the rate of 2 automobiles per week since last year, at approximately the same mileage. We were also told that the ford motor company was replacing the head gasket on those vehicles under 75k miles at no charge to the customer up until december 31, 1998. Because you have been aware of the reoccurring problem on these vehicles and have chosen not to have an official recall, we have filed complaints against the ford motor company with the federal safety agency and the federal trade commission. The complaint is based on the fact that there is an apparent defect with the 3.8 liter engine involving the same head gasket, and that a redesigned gasket is now being used.. My windstar was serviced on june 24, 1999 for a 65k mile maintenance check at a cost of $255 showing no apparent engine difficulties and then I had to invest another $1,140 at the time of this repair 3 months later.
Engine failure due to failed cam shaft bearing. Head gasket had been replaced 6 month prior due to leakage. Ford dealership making repair could not obtain the cam shart replacement kit because "demand had exceeded expectations". We had to buy a short block. Other problems: brakes pumping - need new rotors several months after getting new pads. Another problem - interior lights that will not go off have required repair two time.
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Due to the head gasket failure, these failures occurred. Ford will not replace or reimburse for the repairs. I would like to take some action as I do not have the money to repair such a new vehicle with such low mileage. This is a manufacturing defect that necessitated a series of engine repairs. I would like my situation to be investigated. Our engine could blow up at any time and it could have overheated had we not gotten it in for the warranteed repair on time.
After receiving ford recall of vehicle in 1998, the vehicle began stalling. I took it to 2 separate dealers to ask if this was related to the recall; both said no. The car was serviced, and a routine oil change was done. One week later, we left ohio.
Sliding door rattle noise. Mjs
The engine head gasket failed, this was a known manufacturing problem and should have been covered by ford.
This defect was known about prior to or warranty expiring. Recall#98-mo1 and we were never notified. The engine could have overheated and caught on fire. Now my repair bill is $2,000. I'm not the only one to experienced this problem. I personally know of others.
Car running fine/stop at store/get back in car. Engine check light starts blinking, and car is shaking/ drove home/called mechanic/ drove to mechanic/confirmed blown engine head gasket/ returned home/ parked car since august. Ford wont help/ called cust service and been to several dealers/all said that it has been a problem but won;t fixed it/1st ford owned/last ford owned/trying to find out how to have the gasket fixed by the manufacturer/ head gaskets shouldn't go at 60,000 miles. Consumer reports mag (10-99) issue says there are hidden warranties on this problem /ford still won;t help/any help or info would be appreciated thank you.
Virtually no first gear. At a complete stop it would hesitate until approximately 2.5 RPM and then take off. Transmission was replaced, but one week later engine head gasket blew.
Symptoms of the head gasket failure on this vehicle became manifest on 10/2/99. However, in retrospect there have been other lurking symptoms since about 40k miles that did not cause me to suspect the head gasket. This means that I may have seriously jeopardized the safety of the many who have traveled in this van at freeway speeds while this gasket was waiting to fail. It is my opinion that this is such a widespread problem with these vehicles that they should be recalled and repaired.
Same problem with head gaskets as thousands of other people are having.
While driving there is a leak in the engine and it has failed, *akpremature failure.the engine check light intermittently comes on. Please provide any futher information.
We purchased our ford windstar minivan in january 1997, with nearly 25,000 miles on it. The safety reports (especially one seen on dateline nbc) indicated that the ford windstar was superior to other vehicles of its type in traffic accidents, and this strongly influenced our decision to buy.
Head gaskets failed allowing coolant to leak into internal engine compartment. Engine burned internally and needs replacement. Total cost 3990.00. Ford has not helped stating that warranty has expired. I never received notification that gaskets were defective.
Recall for engine head gasket, wiring, also had cracked wheel and transmission problems.
Motor moves when putting the vehicle into gear due to the motor mounts breaking.
Dealer diagnosed a head gasket failure during routine 90k mile check up (anti-freeze on spark plugs). Ford refuses to pay.
Ford issued a letter to owners dated june 1998 and they ackowledged the failure and offered to increase the warranty to 5 years or 60,000 miles. They now do not consent to taking the 5 year portion after they have admitted the problem was the failure of a head gasket. I have to pay $5,000 to repair the engine and on the internet I have noticed many complaints about this specific problem and even class action lawsuits being initiated by several attorneys.
Vehicle experienced failure of the head gasket and engine cooling system, recall component however owner denied recall repair. (98m01) mjs
A blown engine head gasket. Dealer notified, and repairs made at consumer's expense. Less then a year later, mechanic informed consumer that the engine main bearing had gone bad. Estimated cost would be approimately. $2,900.00. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter, please provide information on this asap.
While driving temperature gauge went from cool to hot in seconds. There was smoke and a strange smell coming from under the hood vehicle had to be towed .
Vehicle is one of many 1995 windstars to blow a head gasket without owner neglect and have its transmission fail without owner neglect or overuse.
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Defective head gasket. Fortunately ford replaced under secret warranty. However, I have asked for credit of $4,000.00 toward purchase of 2000 windstar because of significant market devaluation caused by defective head gasket problem as well as reported widespread transmission problems in this vehicle. Ford customer assistance denied request. Both the head gasket and transmission should have been recalled. See forums at edmunds.com and cartrackers.com for further information.
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Last month my van started overheating and running out of water, which I kept refilling. Then the engine started running rough and the check engine light appeared. I immediately took the van to a garage and it was diagnosed with a blown head gasket. Upon tearing off the head gasket they found a hairline crack in the cylinder. As a result I am having to replace the engine after only 4 years of use to the tune of $4000.00. I have called ford and they basically said my warranty is up and I am out of luck. After being on the internet, I am finding that this is a wide spread problem with the 95 windstar and I plan on doing whatever is neccessary to get some satisfaction from ford. I should also mention that there are several problems which the dealer was unable to remedy when my van was under warranty, one of which was having to do with transmission and lugging.
Head gaskets blown on ford 3.8l engine.
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