The transmission failed after having the fluid and pan gasket changed within the previous 6 months. Since it is a '98 and although it has the same transmission as earlier years (whose transmissions have been replaced at no cost to the owner because of either recalls or secret warranties) ford refused to replace this transmission at cost.
1998 Ford Windstar tires complaints
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While in motion, the left rear tire tread peeled off and caused extensive damage to the vehicle. Size p215/70r14, dot 30913urbw16895-1, original tires with 10,000-15000 miles on them. *ak the left rear tire tread exploded. The consumer was passing another vehicle in the left passing lane when the tread separated. The consumer pulled over and saw the tire was not deflated and the tread was tightly wrapped under the vehicle. The consumer's wife brought to his attention, the other bad experiences with the tires. One had blown out through the tread and the second tire developed a bulged that caused a wobble in the steering. *scc
While driving 10 MPH the vehicles right front tire fell off.
While driving and with no warning, tread separated from tire. P20570t15. Dot w2m01p1188.
Tires are goodyear integrity. Consumer had all four tires fail on four different occasions. *jg *jb
While driving the vehicle's tire rod squeaks when wheel is turning. Please provide additional information. Ts
The right rear tire tread separated while the consumer was driving at 70 MPH. The incident resulted in body damage to the vehicle (firestone tublps fr680, tire size p205/70r15 and dot # w2m01p1118. Tire mileage was 18000).
When shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, the van would vibrate. The dealership stated they replaced the motor mounts, however the condition still persists. The motor mounts were replaced again due to the same problem of unknown vibration. Nlm *jb the passenger side front tire wore out. The tie rod ends were replaced.
The tread separated all the way around the tire which has never been underinflated, overloaded or abused in any way.
While driving and without warning tire tread started to separate, causing vehicle to have a blowout. Consumer had to pull over. Dealer notified. Size p20570r15, dot # w2mo *ak the blown out tire caused damages to the vehicle's side panel and mud guard.
Original tires, firestone 20570r15, consumer states while traveling at highway speeds heard a big boom, vehicle started to vibrate, and consumer states it was had to keep control of vehicle. The tread seperated from left rear tire. Consumer states the weather was very hot. Please provide any further information.
Both front wheels show sign of cracks within beads of the wheels. Manufacturer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Tire blew up while I was driving on the freeway. *ak (tiresize: p20570r15)
I noticed recently a vibration in the steering wheel while driving. From past experience, I thought one of the tires needed balancing, since I did not feel any problems with the brake rotors. I went to have the tires checked, and the goodyear dealer said the tires had a defect in the belts. He recommended replacing all 4 tires, because he said they all looked bad. I made an appointment for the next day (10/12/01) to have them replaced, but wouldn't you know it, I went to drive to work on the freeway on 10/11/01 and the rear passenger side tire blew up. I think that goodyear should replace these tires at "no charge" instead of pro-rating them, but that probably won't happen without a recall right? I would not want this to happen to anybody else driving on the freeway. What if they have bad tires, but did not notice any vibration like I did? Can these tires blow up without any warning to other drivers?*ak (tiresize: p215 70r15)
I went to purchase 2 new tires after an average road hazard blowout at costco for my fwd windstar w/ antilock brakes. They refused to put the new tires on the front, even though the tires not being replaced had good tread wear remaining. They sighted an article on the counter and a handout from michelin stating it was their "policy" to place the tires on the rear. This makes no sence!. It appears to be a ploy to sell more tires by leaving old tires on the front where they wear faster, extend the warranty on the new tires by letting them wear less on the rear, and decreasing possible tire liability by having the new tires not control (steer) the vehicle! Do you have any information that this practice is safer or is it a marketing ploy that is out of control??.
Tread on the front right goodyear eagle ls tire, size: p215/70r15, dot: unknown on a 1990, ford, windstar is starting to separate, there are approximately 44,000 miles on the tires.*ak consumer states the tire did separate and decided to replaced the left front tire which also had separated, consumer then replaced all four tires.
Consumer took vehicle to repair shop because front tire tires were balled inside. Mechanic told consumer that upper ball joints and tire rod ends were defective. Consumer replaced them. There was no accident.
My wife pulled out of the driveway onto the road and heard a horrible screeching/squealing sound and smelled rubber burning. She pulled into the center lane, approximately 50 feet from our driveway and stopped. She asked our daughter to get out of the vehicle and see what was wrong. She said, "mom, the tire is touching the rear bumper". My wife turned the vehicle around in the neighbor's driveway and drove back into our driveway. She called me out and I looked at the rear right control arm on the rear axle assembly. It was completely severed and pulled approximately 3 inches apart. The rear right tire was scraping the bumper and had gouges in the tread (the tire is ruined). The left wheel was pushed slightly forward. I know if she had made it to the expressway and this piece had broke at 70 MPH, my child, her 3 friends, and my wife would be dead. I am worried that anybody with the same style and year vehicle could have the same defect, and I want it made aware to all. I am petrified to think what could have occurred. I also have digital pictures of the defect which could be e-mailed at your request.
Consumer experienced problems with three goodyear tires size: p215/70r15, dot: 4bn3ddwr037 on 1998, ford, windstar. First tire had 23,000 miles on it, and belts bunched up in it, distorting the shape of the tire, egg shaped. Second tire had 30,000 miles on it, and the steel belt came through sidewall of tire. Third tire had 46,000 miles on it, and steel belt bunched up, allowing a bubble to form in tread of tire. *ak goodyear invicta gs.
Purchased tire from t & t tire on 6/23/2000. Tire separation at 75 MPH. Store sold tire to me as new when it was 9 years old. Michelin is working with me on it but store owner doesn't seem to feel that he is responsible for damage done to vehicle and future debts to be assessed to get body damage repaired. Do not feel this is right and would like to see changes made to hold the store owner liable for all damages when knowingly sell a tire that should have been removed from stock. *ak (dot number: 1991 tiresize: p215/70r15)
Right passenger's side tire veered to right. Dealership was aware of problem. Had tires replaced with brand new ones. Dealership changed the tires to left.
3 of my 4 tires separated due to a factory defect - the belts separated, causing them to be unsafe enough not to pass virginia state inspection. The tread wear on all of them was 67%. My failed tires caused me to have to buy 4 brand new tires, even though the problem was a factory defect. We did not get into an accident - yet. These tires should be recalled if they are not safe. *ak (dot number: 4bm3ddwr38 tiresize: 2157015)
Front right coil spring broke while consumer's daughter was driving at approximately 10 MPH. When coil spring broke, it caused front right tire to blowout. Consumer replaced original tire with a spare, resulting in spare being destroyed because of broken coil spring. *ak
Tire size p205/70r15, original equipment on a ford, windstar, 1998; while driving 60 MPH tread on driver's side tire separated. *ak firestone tire dot number w2m01p1087.
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak (tiresize: p215/70r15)( dot number: tire size: p215/70r15 )
Just an angry citizen who hopes that maybe you can steer me in a proper direction. I was traveling through california to santa cruz for vacation. I own a 1992 mazda extended cab 4x4 and was the last of four cars in a very serious accident in which a brand new looking (I don't know the actual year) blew a tire (or lost front wheel) and flipped. My vehicle is totalled and it will cost me thousands to replace since my insurance will not cover all damages. Police filled out reports, people taken away in helicopters.... Yet my insurance company can't seem to find any police reports. Do I have any rights to pursue as the consumer? Shouldn't ford or the insurance company of the minivan pay for my losses? I don't mean to sound selfish or cold since many people were hurt, but I am currently being partially covered by my insurance for losses that were not of my fault.
Front left firestone tire on ford, windstar, 1998 blewout. *ak firestone fr680 p205/70r15, dot# e4027490, consumer received notification from claims precessing stating consumer would receive a decision within 30 days, however has heard nothing, consumer states 1 person was injured.
Consumer has experienced several problems with the transmission, dealer has replaced it once, however problems continue, consumer has filed for a request for arbitration, vehicle bucks, jerks, and jumps into gear before taking off. Vehicle shimmies from one side to another upon acceleration, there is a thumping sound heard also at times while driving. Vehicle experienced a speed sensor circuit problem. Speedometer jumps. Problem with power steering, dealer adjusted rack and pinion and made other repairs to steering mechanism. Right side brake light bulb failed. Battery failed. Consumer stated it felt as if vehicle was going to stall sometimes, engine has no power at acceleration, engine belt was noisy and was replaced. Tire had a slow leak due to loose tire valve.
While driving 35 MPH front two coil springs broke and vehicle's front dropped. *ak also a tire on the right side blew out. The spring was replaced.
Firestone fr680 tire (p205 70 r15) is experiencing sidewall separation.
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