Speed control deactivation switch on 1999 ford windstar was leaking brake fluid. Problem found when ABS light came on and speedometer, odometer, brake-shift interlock, air conditioner and a few other items no longer functioned. Apparently fluid caused a short that activated a fuse, disabling these items. Requested ford repair at their cost as switch is same as was recalled under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v388000. They refused since recall does not include windstar. Switch was replaced, at my cost, and problems appears resolved.
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Cruise control wiring harness started to smoke and melt. Caught it on time thank god. I know there have been recalls about this on other vehicles but not on the windstars. Ford motor company needs to be made aware of this. This is a safety issue and they know it. And on top of that it is about $300 to get this repaired after it burns which it is not affordable these days.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front end of the vehicle. After closer inspection of the vehicle, he noticed that the wiring harness leading to the master cylinder was melted. The failure LED to a small fire under the hood. His model was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control). The contact still has possession of the melted wiring harness. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 162,000. Updated 12/02/08. *lj updated 12/03/08.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The vehicle has been leaking brake fluid. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the leak was caused by failure in the electrical system and the vehicle speed control. After researching the issue, she discovered that there was an investigation currently taking place for the same failures (electrical system: wiring), (vehicle speed control: cruise control). She called the dealer and they stated that they could not repair the vehicle for free because it was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 100,000 and current mileage was 103,000. Updated 12-15-08 *bf updated 12/17/08.
Brake fluid leaking out of the speed control brake differential deactivation switch. Possible fire hazard.
I have a red brake light intermittently illuminating, and my cruise control quit working. The brake switch just below the master cylinder has evidence of leakage and it is seeping onto the wiring and speed control box. If it continues without service serious damage is eminent.
Brake pressure deactivation switch leaking fluid causing cruise control not to work and possibly causing problems with the ECM control module. Also a possible risk of fire caused by the leaking fluid into the wiring for the ECM control module causing it to short out. Abs brakes not working due to faulty ECM control module. Parts have been priced,but no repairs have been scheduled yet due to a lack of money to pay for repairs.
1999 ford windstar brake, ABS brake stays on, cruise control went out, and speedometer/odometer went out. Fuse blew and continues to blow. Ford has a redesigned brake pressure switch, but will not say it is a recall.
I was preparing to turn over the ownership of my 1999 ford windstar van to my son. After going over the vehicle and checking the fluid levels, I remembered the fact that the van had used an inappropriate amount of brake fluid over the past months. I checked the brakes, lines, calipers, etc to find the trouble. I was made aware of the areas I should search because I had a recall notice about my e150 van warning of possible failure and danger of fire from a cruise control cutout switch mounted on the bottom of the master cylinder. I checked the fuse box on the windstar because my instrument cluster had failed, I saw a blown fuse but the fuse bax did not have what the fuse controlled printed on it. I replaced the fuse and started the car. Immediately, I saw and smelled smoke coming from under the hood. I shut off the ignition. Because the master brake cylinder is not accessible for service unless the windshield wiper panel assembly, I removed the assembly and saw that the wiring to this switch on the bottom of the master brake cylinder had burned. I removed the switch and it was so burned that it fell apart in my hands. The seal in the switch had failed and allowed the brake fluid to contact the switch contacts and also leak out. I replaced the switch and wiring at my expense because the switch was not on ford's recall list even though it is the same exact problem and switch as in the e150 which was under recall.
Traveling at 55 MPH going down a steep hill with cruise control on, I needed to brake asap to prevent an accident. The cruise would not shut off, I tapped on my brakes and nothing happened the on off switch did nothing either, since I was going down a steep hill I slammed on my brakes until they started burning before I rear ended the dump truck in front of me. I was able to put the van in neutral with the engine still racing and pull over and shut it off. When I restarted the van the idle was normal. I continued on my way but ABS brake light came on and stayed on. From that day on the ABS system kept causing problems until my mechanic pulled the fuse. The dealer could not replicate the problem. As of today I have no ABS the cruise just hunts for position when on and the overdrive lights keeps flashing. I hope this will help you.
Not only does my 99 windstar stall and jerk and will not pick up speed properly but the check engine light will not go off and the ABS light will come on after I start the van and stay on as well. If I drive over 55 the o/d light flashes. When I take off from a light the o/d light flashes and the van will not pick up speed and then it jerks into gear. If I am at an incline the vehicle will not go into gear or it will make a real loud noise and jerk into gear. If anyone else who is having the same problem would like to file a class action suit against ford about this problem.
(1) started vehicle and smoke started to come from under the hood. Was determined to be the cruise control switch issue that has been found and recalled in many other ford models. (2) had cruise disconnected and took to ford dealership to have replaced (3) ford dealership replaced, but I had to pay for it since my particular vehicle has not been recalled. Service tech did say the switch was burned up.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. While driving 75 MPH, the contact smelled smoke. He pulled over and exited the vehicle, but did not find anything wrong. He returned to the vehicle and drove off with the cruise control engaged. When he arrived to his destination, the vehicle began to shake and rattle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who stated that the cruise control switch was burnt. After driving home from the mechanic, the failure intensified. The current mileage was 100,000 and failure mileage was 82,500.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford winnebago brave. The model of the vehicle was not listed in the drop down menu at the time of this complaint. The contact stated that the cruise control does not work. After using the component, he cannot get the device to set again. He stated that there is a recall on this component, but is unaware if the recall applies to his particular vehicle. The engine size and a valid VIN were unknown. The current mileage is 40,000 and failure mileage was 35,000.
I am writing to you concerning a complaint I have against ford motor company. I own a 99 ford windstar. Approximately 117,000 miles. He cruise control recently caught on fire. It was at five star ford now being repaired. I have a letter to you drafted, however, it was to long for this field. Please contact me, and I will forward it.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle speed control relay on the master brake cylinder caught on fire after the vehicle was parked and turned off. The contact noticed smoke from the engine compartment and saw fire coming from the relay when the hood was opened. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency.
We noticed a leak of an oil product and took our van in to be checked. The repair person said there was a leak of brake fluid where the speed control deactivation switch connects to the brake fluid reservoir. They said they thought there was a recall on this and to take the van to a ford dealer. We haven't done anything because our windstar (1999) is not part of the just announced recall, but this is a problem, we need to keep adding brake fluid.
1999 windstar speed control deactivation switch overheated. *ts ***nar*** the consumer was driving when she smelled something burning. The consumer indicated there were sparks and black smoke and that the switch was destroyed. The consumer request reimbursement.
Cruise control disengages on it's own then does not restart when I try to reset it
Upon depressing the brake pedal to make a stop vehicle accelerated, resulting in unwanted and unexpected acceleration
1999 ford windstar cruise control system caught on fire.
While driving down the interstate, moving at a speed of 65 MPH, the fuse (10)controlling the speed control module, ABS module, brake shift interlock solenoid, powertrain control module, etc. Etc. Blew. Instantly, I had no speedometer, ABS light came on and my rear A/C began blowing on its own. I have since replaced #10 fuse and it has blown repeatedly. Since this past friday, I have also learned that my cruise control is no longer functioning. I have done the research and have found from my fellow ford lemon owners, that this is not an uncommon occurance. I will be replacing the cruise control switch and/or brake pressure switch (which is located by the master cyclinder; which commonly seems to have a short in the circuit due to the wonderful job ford did designing their vehicles.
When trying to stop the vehicle on the highway pedal went to the floor, and the vehicle accelerated to 80 MPH. Consumer had to press the brakes very hard to stop, causing damage to the brake pedal. Vehicle was towed, and throttle cable was discovered to be defective. Consumer contacted manufacturer, and was told the vehicle was too old and had too many miles.*ak the throttle stuck, causing severely damaged to brakes. Consumer was advised that ford did recall on 932 of its 1999 and 2000 model for this problem. *bf
Engine revs unexplainable, causing unexpected and difficult to control sudden acceleration of vehicle. Extreme brake application needed to stop vehicle during incidents. Has occurred in excess of 20 times so far during the life of the vehicle, nearly causing accident on several occasions. Ford dealer unable to identify the problem.
When vehicle is stopped at a light engine revs and vehicle lunges forward. Please provide any further information.
When stopping at a light vehicle revs as if foot is on gas pedal.
Consumer applied accelerator at intersection engine revved, but vehicle would not move. Dealer rebuilt transmission. In july 2002, transmission would not shift into gear at start up, again transmission was rebuilt.
After coming to a complete stop hit gas pedal to pull off and vehicle would not accelarate.also, transmission had blown. Had transmission replaced 3 times; however, problem still occurred. . Contacted dealer.
While driving at highway speeds, consumer took foot off accelerator, the vehicles dash lights illuminated and the engine died. Took vehicle to dealer who replaced the valve throttle assembly. *ak consumer also states that the valve cover was replaced.
While driving and when removing feet from gas pedal vehicle will cut off and lose power steering. Resulting in loss of control.
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