Abs light turns on. Odometer & speedometer died. Ac not cold. Electronic [like auto sliding door, cruise control] work intermittently. This "break-down" is observed initially (fall 2007) with cruise control stops working. Since it's already out of warranty and we're a bit tight with our budget, we decided not to fix it. Every now and then, the sliding door stops working, but it seems to comeback again on its own, so we're living through these malfunctions. On may 19, 2008, the ABS light is on, speedometer and odometer died and AC not cold; thinking some of these are urgent and important we brought it to firestones which returned the car and advised us to take it to the dealer. Later I learn that this is a common problem in ford windstar 2000 and thus should have been a recall.
2000 Ford Windstar brakes complaints
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2000 ford windstar. Brake fluid leaking out of the connector at the bottom of the brake cylinder-caused an electrical short (started smoking), now the ABS light is staying on and fuse # 10 keeps blowing. When fuse 10 goes so does the operation of the speedometer and cruise control.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. Whenever the contact starts the vehicle, the ABS light illuminates on the instrument panel. He took the vehicle to autozone and advance autoparts and was informed that he needed to take the vehicle to the dealer or a service shop. The contact has not yet taken the vehicle to be inspected by the dealer. He discovered that other vehicles were experiencing the same failure. Updated 05/19/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. The contact stated that the speedometer and odometer were dysfunctional and the ABS light illuminated when the vehicle was started. Brake fluid also leaks underneath the master cylinder. The vehicle has not been serviced by a dealer. The powertrain and mileages were unknown.
Abs ECM failure - ABS brake light when it's hot. 2000 ford windstar 3.8.
2000 windstar ABS problem with dtc 1185 retrieved from ABS module. Problem occurs more when hot. Abs light on only.
Brake fluid leaking out of the connector at the bottom of the brake cylinder and caused an electrical short (started smoking), now the ABS light is staying on and fuse # 10 keeps blowing.
Yellow ABS warning light consistently comes on.
Intermittent failure of ABS braking system as indicated by dash warning light. Advised that this is probably failing ABS module.
Intermittent ABS brake light and ford trouble code c1185 problem goes away during cold weather - returns in warm weather.
Have had constant problems with my 2000 ford windstar since 40,000 miles. Have already done the overhaul for the check engine light and the ABS light still comes on and off daily for the last 3 years. Replaced the cruise control activation switch 2 years ago, but I guess the leaking fluids have destroyed my ecu. Also have cleaned and checked all wheel sensors which has not helped at all. I used to be a ford man, but after these problems and $$$ spend, I'm very cautious of fords now!
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. While attempting to stop the vehicle at 50 MPH, the brake pedal extended completely to the floor. The contact had to apply the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. The failure occurred repeatedly. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of failure. No repairs were made. The current mileage was 100,000 and failure mileage was 86,000. Received 12/12/07 64200. *tr *updated 12/12/07
Abs light frequently comes on, and sometimes goes off. Sometimes, braking is hard.
For windstar 2000, ABS light comes on after a few minutes of driving. Get code c1185. Started in may 2006 and happens daily. Recently red brake light is coming on after hard braking. Brakes have been inspected and are supposedly fine.
I purchased a used 2000 ford windstar in december of 2006. This complaint is regarding the ABS system. About 3 months ago, at 85,000 miles, the ABS light began illuminating intermittently. After checking the codes, and doing some research, I discovered that I among the many, many owners faced with an expensive replacement of the ecu. I have not spent the money to replace the unit as I am awaiting possible restitution by ford.
I had to stop abruptly for a child that ran into the street. My brakes when to the floor. After this took place I continued to have problems with my brakes; no or little brake pressure, low brake fluid even after filling this. The mechanic could not find anything wrong but felt maybe the master cylinder was bad, this was replaced. I continually still have problems with the brakes; no or little brake pressure and the brake fluid needing to be filled.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 MPH on normal road conditions, and avoiding to hit a deer, the sub frame of the engine manifold fell out. The vehicle had to be towed to an independent body shop, who determined that the sub frame rusted completely and needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted, who determined that the VIN # did not fit under any recall. The vehicle was currently at the body shop waiting for repairs. The ball joints and brakes were replaced as well. Updated 12/01/06.
Dt*: the contact stated the speedometer, odometer, and air conditioner failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealership who replaced the fuse. This problem reoccurred and the fuse was replaced multiple times. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership, who determined the brake pressure switch was leaking. The brake pressure switch was replaced. Updated 10/06/06.
1. Brake light came on and I had to have the brake reservoir filled. 2. Brake fluid was leaking from pressure switch. It caused an electrical short, which caused a fire while the van was in the basement garage. I noticed the smell of smoke while unloading the van and was able to locate its source and disconnected the battery cables. 3. I called the ford dealer I purchased the van from, they said there was no recall on my van at this time, and they could sell me a pressure switch. I purchased the switch. Then dropped the van off at the mechanic I use, and he replaced it.
Ford windstar - brake pressure switch failure - switch has failed - leaked brake fluid into the elctrical connector and causes intermittent short circuit. This short circuit blows fuse #10 10amp. When fuse blows, driver is unable to control climate control system. Lack of defrost function & loss of temperature control has caused severe fogging of windshield while operating vehicle during past two weeks.
Dt: 2000 ford windstar. The brake pressure switch on the master cylinder was leaking fluid. This caused the master cylinder to go out. The gauges on the vehicle quit working, and this is how he noticed the problem. The dealership stated this was a problem with ford, they were recalling the trucks but not the vans. The switch was replaced. The problem happened approximately a month ago. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and he just received the vehicle back.
Brake fluid found leaking from hydraulic control unit of antilock brake system. Have had issues with spongy pedal feel since car was three years old. Dealer would adjust rear brakes which provided some improvement. Recently ABS light would come on when braking to a stop down hill then would go out. This was traced to low brake fluid level. Investigation uncovered leak from control unit. There are a number of complaints listing pedal going all the way to floor. Wonder if this could be the problem? I am a hydraulic system engineer and have been fixing my own cars for over 30 years and have never seen a leak from an undamaged static seal in a braking system. This tells me that the hydraulic control unit was improperly assembled at the factory or has a material defect.
2000 ford windstar. Leaking cruise control deactivation switch. Leaked enough brake fluid from master cylinder so that brakes failed. No accident. Ford has a hold on replacement parts.
Dt: car is currently at ford dealer right now because of brake system. This problem began about 20,000. Whenever an emergency stop occurs, the anti lock brakes do not work. No repairs have n been made. Mechanic did road test the vehicle and found that the ABS did not work.
After pumping the brakes they could not stop the vehicle, and the check engine light was on. Dealer replaced the anti lock braking system , but the check engine light problem had not been repaired.*ak...also,overdrive light came on dealer replaced shaft sensor.
Consumer complained about brake rotors problem. When driving at speeds of 50 MPH or greater the front of the vehicle vibrated because of warped rotors. Consumer had the rotors replaced on 3 separate occasions within a 1 year period. Consumer contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, but received no assistance.
The vehicle kept blowing fuses, and caused the transmission to mallfunction. The manufacturer refused the claim. *ak the heater would make a thump noise inside and would not heat, the third light blew fuses and could not be shifted out of park, there was no out put from the ABS relay, there was possibly an intermittent short in the switch, the ABS light stayed on, the short was traced to the deactivator switch, leaking fluid into the switch. *sc
Abs light lit for 2 months. Brought to dealer who informed us the module "went bad" and our ABS system was inoperative. The repacement part costs over $800.00. Such a failure of a critical safety feature is worth looking at. An internet search turned up numerous reports of problems with the 2000 ford windstar ABS system.
When turning corners vehicle makes a squealing sound. Also, brakes are not working properly, there is extended stopping distance.
1st occurrance feb 2002 -ABS light came on, clunk noise from front brakes, pedal went all the way to floor butdid not stop vehicle ealer replaced rt cracked ring gear. In feb 2003 - same scenario but left side . *ak in checking internet sites, found numerous (1 site, mycarstats.com had 30+) complaints of same problem occurring-this is dangerous. Many of the complaints reported they had to hit an obstacle to stop their vehicle. Is this problem with the 2000 ford windstar being "investigated", how many complaints does it take to get action???
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