12-15-97 at 21,145 miles I reported noticing the coolant level always being low. No leak was found and I was told there must be a leak somewhere in the radiator. 12-27-99 at 56,526 miles I began having a "cold start" problem. It acted like it was not getting fuel. 12-1200 at 74,306 miles I had the same "cold start" problem and the fuel filter was repaced. 12-22-00 at 74,930 a new thermostat & gasket. 12-29-00 at 75,113 a fuel pressure regulator. 03-02-01 at 77,569 miles a new fuel pump relay(ccrm), fuel pump and pvc valve. 09-11-01 at 87,907 miles a mult-function switch. 01-31-02 at 95,069 miles a second ccrm relay. 03-06-02 at 99,348 miles on an 80 degree day "no start" same symptoms as "cold start" problem. Instead of not getting fuel it is suspected it is flooding. 4-23-02 at 99,348 miles cold start problem, fuel injectors cleaned. 05-30-02 at 101,330 miles wouldn't start, no fuel pressure-intermittent. Had to have it towed. 6-7-02 at 101,388 miles "no start" problem. New fuel filter, fuel pump and sender o-ring. 12-01-2-01 109,530 miles van started steaming - appeared to be a coolant leak or broken hose. Added coolant direct in radiator. I have carried own coolant and added frequenlty since 1997, when I was told there must be a leak in the radiator. I could not find any trace of such a leak by putting cardboard under van. Suspected the plastic coolant container had a leak. No coolant leaks where ever found during routine oil changes. 12-04-02 109,568 m,iles found leaking front timing cover gasket. Replaced headgasket and all else that goes with it. Cost of repair $1,915.21. I believe the headgasket defect has been the problem all a long, costing me a small fortune.
1996 Ford Windstar: fuel pump failure
6 of the 1,386 complaints about the 1996 Ford Windstar describe fuel pump failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- recalls
- 0
Fuel pump failure by model year
What owners say
Engine check light came on while sitting in the driveway. My mechanic had to replace my fuel injector and gaskets. Also he said I need a new fuel pump which is located in my gas tank but that I can wait till next oil change due to expence. My car only has under 40,000 miles!!!!!
When the vehicle hits a bump engine cuts off. Has happened 6 times. Dealer has seen vehicle 6 times. Also dealer replaced a screw that held the grounding for the fuel pump.
Fuel pump fuse would short out whenever vehicle hit a bump. In return, would hit the radiator surport,causing the constant control relay moudule to short out. Dealer notified and informed consumer repairs would only be made if consumer picked up charges.
Fuel pump failed.
Fuel pump failure, causing vehicle to stall/starting problems.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1996 Ford Windstar fuel pump
Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 1996 Ford Windstar?
6 of 1,386 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Windstar (0%) mention fuel pump failure. 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 no recall or service bulletin for this area of the car on record.
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 9Sudden acceleration 9Jerking 8Harsh shifting 7Premature wear 7Headlights 6Power steering loss 6Seat belt 6
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