When stopping at a light, engine sometimes will die. Vehicle would lunge forward after pulling off from a stop. Took vehicle to dealer, they replaced something, and two weeks later problem reoccurred. *ak the engine stalls whenever more than one device is turned on at the same time. This problem makes it impossible to turn head lights and windshield wipers on together. The vehicle also shakes violently after being driven for few hours.
1996 Ford Windstar: sudden unintended acceleration
9 of the 1,386 complaints about the 1996 Ford Windstar describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
While driving and upon attemtping to accelerate by depressing accelerator pedal, there was no response from vehicle. Also, without no prior warning vehicle suddenly accelerated without driver depressing accelerator pedal. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
When transmission was in drive engine raced, and unexpectedly surged forward. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and was not able to duplicate the problem.
Due to a defective transmission, while applying the gas pedal, the vehicle hesistated and lunged forward which may have caused a crash. Dealer had replaced transmission with a rebuilt transmission. Engine check light comes on. Also,dealer replaced coil and a spark plugs, but problem is still occurring. Dealer could nt determine the cause of the problem. Please provide further information.
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration which caused the consumer to get a speeding ticket. Nlm
While driving vehicle accelerated without the gas being pushed,and also decelerated own its own.dealer has been notified of this problem for the second time. Dealer could not replicate, and therefore could not repair.
Vehicle experiencing problem with sudden acceleration whenever cruise control is engaged. Dealer notified and some repairs were made. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter. *ak
While driving in low speeds gas pedal went to the floor and vehicle suddenly accelerated.braking system did not stop the vehicle which resulted in an accident. Please provide further information.
Vehicle was in collision due to sudden acceleration.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / long crank, cold start stall, cold rough idle concern
- Experiencing accelerator pedal "buzzing" noise and / or exhaust "droning" noise at approximately 1700 RPM...
- A harsh 1-2 shift on light throttle, at normal shift speeds of 10-15 mph
- Long crank - sticking idle air control (IAC) valve - vehicles built from 11/1/94 through 3/30/96 -stall -...
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1‑888‑222‑2751.
Recall number 09V399000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Ford Windstar sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 1996 Ford Windstar?
9 of 1,386 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Windstar (1%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Ford Windstar?
There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Ford Windstar
ABS 99Engine failure 83Check engine light 78Coil spring 63Overheating 57Brake failure 46Fire or smoke 41Transmission failure 40Misfire 30Stalling 27Ball joint 26Grinding brakes 25Adaptive cruise 22Slipping 16Loss of power 13Tire blowout 13Wipers 13Knocking 11Door locks 10Fuel leak 10Fuel smell 9Won't shift 9Jerking 8Harsh shifting 7Premature wear 7Fuel pump 6Headlights 6Power steering loss 6Seat belt 6
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