Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 11v030000 (structure), 10v385000 (suspension), and 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). The contact stated that the vehicle was no longer owned due to numerous failures. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and an independent mechanic where several unknown repairs were performed, but failed to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was not available.
1999 Ford Windstar body complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. After servicing the vehicle under the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v030000 (structure), there was an abnormal noise. The contact noticed that the subframe was detaching from the vehicle due to severe corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was inspected, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 137,645. Updated 01/06/16*lj updated 1/19/16 ln
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v030000 (structure). While driving approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the subframe fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 225,000...updated 05/21/15 *bf the consumer stated that the recall was incorrectly performed. He signed over the title. Updated 11/19/15
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. While the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair, the technician discovered that the entire frame was completely rusted. As a result, the front end support bracket detached from the vehicle. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v030000 (structure); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,972.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the engine cradle and the lower control arm was corroded. The contact mentioned that the sub frame was starting to fractured. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 220,000.
Ford dealer inspected vehicle due to recall for subframe/axle rust issue. Dealer claimed frame okay. While driving the lower control arm came detached from the frame causing crash due to rusting of mounts.
Driving along when right front started to veer right and wobble. These models are not safe. Ford is aware of this yet, will not honor a recall which affects these models. Although there is a corrosion sub frame break on 1999 ford windstar's and that is exactly what happened( mechanic will testify) to mine, they keep making excuses and will not honor the expenses for their faulty design. My vehicle is a 99 ford windstar in very good shape, new tires battery,etc. It is now sitting in my driveway because of a frame broken thru by corrosion. The front right almost put me into the ditch on the way home. This is a design flaw which was is or should be covered by recall. Ford previously recalled the same models 99-2003 for this exact problem. I have contacted my ford dealer (rapids ford, wis rapids), they said the recall no longer applies. How can this be? This is a very unsafe situation.
The lancaster ford dealer performed a recall on the rear axle subframe rust issue in a satisfactory manner. However the left side rocker panel was rusted but they didn't replace it. Now it is completely gone. I am writing to see if ford replaced the rocker panels also.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward violently. The failure would occur sporadically and at any given speed. The vehicle would sway abnormally when being driven and the steering wheel would often seize without warning. Additionally, the contact experienced the vehicle lunging forward and violently jerking when in drive or reverse on multiple occasions. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure) however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer advised the contact that the timeframe had expired for the contact to have additional repairs performed that had not been scheduled within the required timeframe for the recall repairs. The vehicle was to be inspected, diagnosed and repaired. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Updated 8/14/14*cn updated 8/22/2014
Abs dash light is always on and there is no ABS function on ice. Brakes function okay otherwise. The loss of the ABS feature is troubling as I have to drive on the interstate as well as rural roads which don't get cleared quickly in the winter. Local ford service writer indicated approximately $99.00 to hook up to tester with no guarantee of repair, just cancellation of the code!!! I have run into numerous problems with faulty ford connectors, (cruise control malfunction, fuel gauge giving incorrect reading, running out of gas with gauge showing 1/4 tank, requiring a tow!).
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the rear frame and driver's side suspension was severely corroded. The contact attempted to replace the rear tire when the jack penetrated the frame. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v385000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 146,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the frame fractured on the front driver's area. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician stated that the frame would have to be replaced. There was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign number: 11v030000 (structure) that could have been related to the failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.
The subframe cracked due to corrosion. This happened in the front end, including a brace that holds the engine. This windstar was purchased in upstate new york, and was driven there from 1999-2006.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated the front sub frame was covered with rust and corroded. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for routine maintenance; however, after it was inspected they noticed the sub frame was covered with rust and corroded. The manufacturer was notified and stated to contact the federal safety agency and file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 152,000. Updated 01/06/13
Lived in the salt belt state of il. When I was driving, front subframe falling off and some components were touching the ground due to severe front subframe rusted out. I lost steering control and gear control on a multiple lane road. Ford has never sent any notice to me regarding any recall. This is a known issue via the federal safety agency action number: pe10026 and I would like ford to repair the rusted subframe and all other broken components directly caused by subfram falling off. Ford refused to provide any car rental by saying ?this is an old recall and we do not give car rental now?.
Subframe gave out, engine dropped and car was towed to my home.I had just exited a highway going 55mph. I was driving the to car to attend a work related event early evening. I drove past the entrance and proceeded to turn around on the road. As I approached the intersection the van lost power. I stopped being able to steer and brake. I turned hard on the steering wheel to move off the road. I was able to pull into a turn lane and fortunately there was very limited traffic on the road. The car came to a full stop on its own and there was a loud scrapping noise coming from under the front of the car. I was towed to my home. The tow driver stated the " subframe had given away and was dragging on the ground. It required a flat bed truck to tow. My mechanic confirmed the subframe had collapsed . The cost to fix was prohibited and I was concerned about the safety of the vehicle I contacted ford about the problem and they responded that there was no recall at that time. The car remained in the driveway in the event there was a recall on the vehicle for over one year. I finally decided to donate the car having not been contacted by the manufacturer. I was contacted that there was a recall identifying the problem in 2011 I am filing this complaint due to the fact that I was financially disadvantaged by the delays of the manufacturer to identify and notify me of the recall in a timely fashion.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact had the vehicle repaired under the recall. However, the contact stated that the sub frame was severely damaged and unsafe. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the sub frame needed to be replaced and that the contact would have to pay for the repairs. The manufacturer was notified and they confirmed that the contact would be responsible for the repairs. The failure mileage was 147,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. While parked, the contact noticed corrosion where the lower control arm connected to the front sub-frame. The contact stated that there were cracks in the front sub-frame. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. There was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v194000 (suspension:front:control arm) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
The subframe on my 1999 ford windstar van subframe is rusting into had to have it welded to get home.
Lived in the salt belt state of pa. Frame rusted out and I lost steering control and almost had an accident.this is a known issue via the federal safety agency action number: pe10026 and I would like ford to recall and fix this at thier cost.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that while turning at approximately 25 MPH a cracking sound was heard from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. The technician stated that the subframe fractured and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that while having routine repairs performed, she was informed that the subframe was completely corroded and fractured in half. The dealer was contacted who referred her to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted who did not offer any assistance since her vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The VIN was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 130,000.
The van has had both the front subframe and rear axel recall repairs completed. On picking up the van, it still had a hard pull to the right after paying for an alignment. The dealer attributed it to the tires. On putting the van in for pa inspection, it did not pass due to "subframe rotted at rear transmission mount". The ford dealer that performed the recall work subsequently looked at it, agreed the frame was rotted but that no recalls covered it. The repair cost is in excess of the vehicle value. I suspect the alignment could be related as well.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact also stated that while installing new tires, he noticed that the bracket which held the front swing arms in place was completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the failure was beyond repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 129,000. Updated 10/4/11 *cn updated 02/22/12.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. While driving 30 MPH, the contact stated that the drivers side sub frame separated from the vehicle, due to rust. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the failure. The failure and current mileage was 136,553.
Tl* the owns 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). Approximately one week later, the contact could hear a loud noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the front sub frame was rusted all the way through the sway bar mount. The contact was also informed that this failure was not included in the previously repaired recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated while having the vehicle repaired by an authorized dealer, she was informed that the front passenger side stabilizer bar was separated from the subframe. The contact was also informed that this failure was unrelated to the failure addressed in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and informed the contact that the separation occurred approximately two inches away from the location which was being addressed in the recall. No further assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,353. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer on june 30, 2011. The dealer contacted ford to see if the defect would be honored by a recent additional recall related t the subframe. Ford declined as the damage was two inches away and not covered by the current recall. The vehicle was repaired using a used front engine cradle for $528.68. Updated 08/24/11
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired, by an authorized dealer, for the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaigj id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The contact was also informed that the subframe was severely corroded and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not been repaired for the subframe failure. The manufacturer was contacted, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 242,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford windstar. The contact stated while driving he heard a loud popping noise. The contact mention that he inspected the vehicle and noticed that the sub frame on the front passenger side broke as a result of corrosion. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 180,000.
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