1995 Ford Windstar: windshield wiper failure

Filed Feb 19, 2003 · Visibility · 174,000 miles · NJ

The windshield wipers failed, the dealer replaced the wiper motor, however the problem recurred.

Filed Feb 14, 2001 · Brakes, Engine · OH

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.

Filed Oct 27, 2000 · Visibility, Wheels · KY

Wheels - 2 wheels (rims) warped without reason. Caused constant vibration. Had checked 3 times before problem found. Found at non-ford garage. Rearview mirror fell off while parked. Windshield wipers have never worked properly, constantly smear. Replace at various times.

Filed Apr 7, 2000 · Engine, Transmission · TN

Engine head gaskets needed to be replaced. Consumer spoke with customer service concerning extension of warranty. Request was denied. Also, rear axle/ windshield wipers/ cassette, & oil pump were broken. Manufacturer wasn't responding. Dealer was out of business.

Filed Jun 21, 1999 · Engine, Transmission · MA

A local ford dealer has informed me that this vehicle needs a head gasket replacement. I find it unacceptable that a head gasket failure should be expected at any time, especially in a vehicle that has not seen severe driving conditions. In the two years that I have owned this vehicle, various dealers have been unable to correct some issues that were merely annoying (speedometer wavering and jumping; whistling sound coming from engine compartment; rear wiper arm boot failure; buildup of snow/ice on front wipers during snow). With this recent failure (head gaskets), I am convinced that I have purchased a lemon.

Filed Apr 30, 1999 · Visibility · NY

Windshield wipers do not squirt out water when trying to clean the windshield. Electronic control could be defective. Rear wipers works properly. Dealer notified and tried to remedy the problem at owners expense. Problem still exists.

Filed Feb 7, 1999 · Visibility · MI

Windshield wipers stalk control arm works only intermittently. Both wipers and washer fail to operate without turning control on and off a number of times.

Filed Jan 8, 1999 · Electrical, Locks · PA

In addition to the transmission failure, there have been numerous electrical problems with the heating/ AC, door locks, wipers and door sensors. My windstar also had the defective head gasket which was part of a voluntary recall by ford. The transmission failure of this model is well known. Additional anecdotal info can be obtained through the car trackers website on internet. The transmission failure on the 95 windstar is a known problem at ford, however no recall has ever been issued.

Filed Dec 17, 1998 · Engine, Transmission · CA · crash

When driving at 40 MPH and without prior warning the vehicle overheated, lost power, and shut down,causing the consumer to pull over to the side of the road and wait to start the vehicle back up. When starting the vehicle I back up, the vehicle overheated again and cut back off. Consumer is also having problems with the windshield wipers, the transmission was replaced at 40,000 miles,the new transmission began to slip because of a blown head gasket and the dealer can not determined the problem's. *ak

Filed Sep 12, 1998 · Body, Brakes · OH

Transmission/ABS brakes/electric windows, and rear windshield wiper failed. Also, sliding door comes off.

Filed Aug 4, 1998 · Brakes, Engine · NH

Transmission blew out, causing the vehicle to stall, almost resulting in an accident. Dealer did a transaxle repair, problem is reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine problem. Also problems with the heater blower motor/ head gaskets/ intake manifold/ ABS system, and rear wiper switch motor.

Filed Apr 7, 1998 · Steering, Visibility · MN

Power steering pump failed, fluid is always low and pump whines. In addition, windshield wiper motor and passenger's side defroster malfunctioned.