1995 ford windstar, transmission failure, electrical gremlins, power steering box failure, engine failure.
1995 Ford Windstar transmission complaints
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Engine failed twice due to a faulty head gasket. Also, original automatic transmission failed and was rebuilt. About two years later, transmission failed and the dealer replaced it with a new transmission. Another two years later, the transmission failed again and was rebuilt. The cause of the failures was not determined. *ak the recalled engine blew and the manifold gasket blew. When the consumer contacted ford they stated they couldn't do anything right now but would notify them later and maybe they could help. Consumer had two windows that didn't go up or down - replaced $412.34. Both tie rods were replaced. *ph
Vehicle transmission went out on 1995 windstar.*mr when starting up vehicle the van was engulfed in white smoke. The consumer was informed that engine needed to be replaced, water had leaked through the head gasket destroying the engine. *ts
Stalls at stop, slips, then shifts hard in to gear. Spoke to two persons in the transmission shop they both agree that it's ford company's problem because they see at least six vans a month with same problems with transmission stalling.
On the date indicated below while travelling with my children (the youngest only 18 months old) and my mother to visit relatives in leonardtown md, approximately 4 hours from my home, my 1995 ford windstar transmission failed completely, shortly after exiting the ft. Mchenry tunnel, which was very crowded. I had the van checked before I left for my destination, particularly the transmission fluids and other fluids, and there was no indication that failure was imminent. I was stranded by the side of the road for over 2 hours, but consider myself lucky because if this van had stalled in the tunnel, we probably would have been killed. The problem is that this is the third time the transmission has failed on this vehicle which only has 73,400 miles. I am currently looking at an out of pocket expense of $2,000.00 and I would like to know what the problem is with this van, which has consistently given me problems since I purchased it. I have also filed a complaint with the ford company, but have not yet heard from them. I have filed numerous complaints with ford regarding the 1995 windstar (which various ford employees have told me is one of the worst vehicles ever made) and the company does not want to acknowledge that the van is indeed a lemon. I paid good money for this van, and expect to last a little longer then it has. Thank you for taking the time to review this complaint.
While driving and with no warning, the left rear axle snapped. The dealer was notified. *ak *scc the consumer also stated the vehicle had engine problems in the past.
The consumer stated that the vehicle was not shifting properly. The transmission was replaced but 15000 miles later the transmission was leaking again. This is the third transmission in 8 year and less than 100000 miles. *ph
It's us again!!! On our vacation to ga, about 250 miles or less, our engine check light came on. We went to the nearest ford dealer in lumbngton, nc and had an engine diagnostic done. The ford dealer was said they fixed the problem. Codes p1150, p1151, and another code. However the engine check light came on again while in ga and then went off. I called the ford dealership back in nc and he stated that we should be okay and should make it back home safely. On our way back home the check engine came on again aroound nc-va and s no warning lights came on, nor did the engine overheat and it was driving okay. We decided to pull over at a rest stop and thats when the car hesitated to move and then smoke came out from the tailpipe and underneath the hood and leaked out all the transmission fluid including all over the back door and windows was greasy from the leak. . This is the second time something like this has happened to us while driving long distance. Thee vans are very unsafe to drive and ford needs to do a recall on these vans. We have put more money into this van then I can imagine in a lifetime. These incidents has also cause us unneccesary strain. In addition, our door ajar lights comes on, cruise control don't work, our gears do not shift correctly and gets stuck between gears, overdrive light starts blinking when we try to use it, the air conditioner makes strange noises when using it and driving,etc. It just does not work. I am very unsatisfied with this van and would appreciate a remedy and prompt solution. This is our only means of transportation and we still owe more than what the vehicle is worht. Please help us and contact me when you have receive this. Thanks and I look forward to something being done to take care of us ford windstars owners. We would also like reimbursement for our emergency expenses,tow charges to freedom ford from emporia, virginia. We also had our oil changed by freedom ford before we left and a 15 point multi inspection done.
First of all we have had to have the head gasket repaired on our van twice. The first time it took the dealership almost 3 months. Now when we are driving on the highway at the speed limit of 65 MPH, transmission slips back into 2nd gear and makes a grinding noise. The tachometer grows up and down. Sometimes it does not even go out of 2nd to accelerate. I do not feel like this is a very "safe" vehicle to have anymore. And all the dealerships state there is no recall. However many of the people we know with the same vehicle have the same problem.
1995 ford windstar's transmission has completely failed for the second time (this is now the third transmission) within 97,000 miles. Ford will not acknowledge existence of transmission problems which has impacted my family in over $5,000 financial costs, in addition to potential safety issue.
While driving down the highway in akron ohio,I had the tac drop and the engine quit. It then came back on,(the engine). So stop at daughter to pick up sum furniture to take to dayton. As I was going down the interstate 71 toward columbus,ohio I got off the interstate and put fuel in the van. I contiune down the interstate at a reduce speedand the check engine light was on and I had I analized by autozone autopart store near my home said bank one running lean,then the van die all toghter,so I toe it to my home and brother and I took the belt off the engine and the pulley and vibation damper fell off of the engine. The vibation damper was sheared off from the engine.what would case this to do this?the cam shaft has the rest of the vibation damper still on it . What would cause this rebuilt engine to do this ?
1995 windstar lx transmission failure and head gasket failure three weeks apart.
Consumer states that after spending a lot of money on her vehicle, to have it repaired, because ford would not honor recall notices because the vehicle was over the mileage. Her automobile caught on fire and was completely demolished. She stated that wiires were completely melted. After the fire was put out the fire chief stated that he thought the fire started because of leaking transmission fluid. Consumer stated she was stranded in jerome, idaho, and ford will not assist her in getting to her destination after not honoring recall.
Total transmission failure on the 4th transmission in 1995 ford windstar replaced by ford.
While applying gear into drive vehicle hesitates and vibrates.
Brake light come on frequently. Door ajar light stays on occasionally causing interior lights to remain on even when all doors are shut. Dash light quit working. Took to certified mechanic and found the problem was in the ashtray light, disconnected ashtray light and dash lights started working again. Engine light staying on. Took to certified mechanic, was told that vacuum hose was off the egr valve. Mechanic put vacuum hose back on. Problem recurred 3 days later but this time not vacuum hose. Believe the problem to be egr valve itself. Engine surges/misses constantly. Did a tune up, replacing plugs wires, etc.. Problem still exists especially after vehicle is run for a while. Often shifts hard during acceleration. Have done transmission service, problem still exists. Do not take off hard from stops.
The automatic transmission hesitated to shift gears, and when it did shift gear, it shifted hard. The transmission was replaced 3 times and the torque converter was replaced 4 times.
Abs locks and vehicle does not stop. Have spent over $2000 trying to fix braking issue. Tone rings, struts, suspension, front brakes, rear brakes, bearings, cv joints, master cylinder, among other replacements. Over bumps, small hills, straight roads, anytime coming to a stop, vehicle intermittently fails to stop completely. Have pumped brakes and found that brake pedal gets hard and loud, still does not help to stop vehicle. Steering wheel feels loose at when this happens. Brake pedal also kicks back, sometimes with excessive force, makes a load grinding noise. Controlling the car becomes difficult as loss of brake pressure and steering wheel rocking (on decent of small hill) combined make for a deadly combination. I am being forced to purchase a better vehicle, not ever ford again.
Transmission failed on 5/30/02 on our 1995 ford windstar when mileage was 78,476. Cost of new transmission was $2732.92. Previously we had replaced transmission in 8/00 when mileage was 61,210.
Transmission went out. The van spent over a month in the shop as every time I would go get it, I had to take it back because it was still shifting into 2nd gear very hard. It has been only a few months and the problem is back. I do not drive vehicles hard.jb
Transmission failed causing vehicle to lurch forward. *ak nlm
Consumer having problem with the automatic transmission. Dealer has been notified. Please provide information. Ph
1995 ford windstar engine head gasket failure - ford will not admint to a defect in quality. This van now sits in my driveway for over a year and no one will fixit for under 3500.00. Problem is that because of the defects in this van, the value of it is 1000.00. I also put two transmittions into it, water pumps, thermostats, radiator and no one informed me of a potental defect with the head gaskets
Consumer called complaining about having problem with the speedometer instrument do not provide the right speed, needle go up and down after 45 MPH. Please provide further information. Mr
The entire engine was replaced, however the vehicle continued to have engine problems, the transmission side pan gasket, heat, power window, defroster, door switch assembly, were all replaced, the dome light would stay on continuously, and the right caliper was leaking.
This vehicle has a very questionable reliability. Premature engine and transmission failures. Ford should do something to compensate car owners for their lack of quality control. Dt
The vehicle will not go into gear once you come to complete stop. Also, surges into gear when you give it gas from a complete stop. Forward clutch piston has failed. Has this part been recalled yet? Dt
Consumer stated that vehicle was disengaged with key removed from ignition. The automatic transmission gear shift lever was moved by a child causing the van to roll backwards with three children inside. Ts
While driving at any speed up hill and with no warning transmission will decelerate, even when foot is on accelerator. It will be hard forconsumer to control vehicle. Dealer notified.
Consumer stated there was a starting problem, the vehicle would not crank but the lights would illuminate, consumer also stated that there was a rattle around the steering column and speedometer, dealer stated that the outer tie rod ends needed replaced and also stated that the failed tie rods were not used anymore due to a lubrication defect.
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