The vehicles transmission locked up while driving and caused the vehicle to stall. The dealer has been notified.
2000 Ford Windstar transmission complaints
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Automatic transmission failure. Riding along at constant velocity it would knock like you are going over rumble strips. With a few thousand miles we took the van into the dealer reporting a "clunk" at about 10 MPH. They said it was not a problem. At 40,000 miles now they say I need a new torque converter. Not knowing I had previously brought the van in we told them about the clunk and they said it was a problem. My neighbors who bought the same van from the same dealer the same day also had the transmission replaced about 1 month ago with about 39,000 miles. Her van just quit in the middle of an intersection.
Purchased new transmission for vehicle at 38500 miles due to torque converter failure that damaged transmission beyond repair. New ford factory transmission installed in december required rebuild iin january of 2003 after only 1500 miles.
Torque converter failed with no warning. Upon failure, debris shot up into transmission. Internal damage to transmissin was so severe that we had to purchase a new transmission. Vehicle had only 38,500 miles at time of incident.
I was driving up an incline when my 2000 windstar van made a very loud noise and suddenly stopped in the middle of the street. I turned the van off for a minute or so then re-started the vehicle and attempted to proceed forward but the van started going in reverse instead. I had to have that windstar with apprximately 43,000 miles towed home because it would not go forward. I have contacted ford motor co. Customer service to no avail. All they could tell me was that the van has more than 36,000 miles so they we're not responsible for the expense of replacing the transmission. The van is at a ford dealer at this very moment. It is estimated that the cost to replce the transmission will exceed $2000.00 . I now know that there have been numerous complaints about the ford windstar 2000 transmissions please have something done about this problem before some one dies.
While driving the vehicle the "over drive" light would come on. The transmission is no longer working. Dealer has been notified. Ph
The transmission in our vehicle, a 2000 ford winstar sel, went on us while driving the on a busy six lane road. The vehicle does have 68,000 miles on it. However, I've produced maintenance records for ford and the dealership which clearly show we've followed ford's maintenance recommendations; included having the transmission serviced by the dealership (at 42,000). This seems to be one example in a long line of ford transmission failure. When will the federal safety agency, or another government agency, finally step in and confront ford? Ts
Consumer transmission failed on the bay bridge. Nar 1-22-03 the consumer was experiencing problems with the transmission prior to the failure. The transmission would hesitate from 1st to 2nd gear, but the consumer was told on 2 occasions it was normal. The ABS lamp illuminated and the dealer replaced the relay. The windshield washer warning light had come on, the washer bottle had to replaced. The vehicle also shuddered while braking.
While driving at any speed, and without any indication, the transmission failed causing the vehicle not to accelerate. Dealer notified. Ph the vehicle made a popping noise which was slight and irregular. The transmission has been replaced.
While at a stop light in a construction area, at 9:00 pm on a busy intersection, the transmission failed to do anything, no gears at all. My wife was alone when this happened amd it was very frightening to be alone in the dark with a car that will not move, and people blowing their horns and yelling at her. We finally had the car towed to the dealer and in the morning were told by the service department the transmission was no good and had to be replaced even though there was only 43,000 miles on it and only on the road 26 months. Ford did not want to take responsiability for it and neither did the dealer, saying we did not have an extended service contract. If ford can't guarentee a transmission for more than 36,000 miles this disaster is going to rival ford's tire problem's of the last few years. The ntsb must look into this potential life threating problem. Dt
Transmission failed after accelerating from a stop in bumper to bumper traffic. Dealer won't provide details of the component failure only that the transmission must be replaced. The dealer serviced the vehicle at the required intervals for routine maintenance but claims because I didn't have the trans case drained by them at 30,000 that the unit failure is my fault. My '95 windstar had the transmission fail at 50,000 miles. Seems like a pattern I should learn from. Dt
Transaxle failure dealer advises entire transaxle needs to be replaced. Dt
Total failure of transmission and torque converter while driving on off highway street. Vehicle was driven under normal conditions, no towing or pulling stress warranty expired. Dt
Premature transmission failure, saw several other complaints in internet. Cost of repairs $2838.06. Dt
Consumer was attempting to merge onto interstate travelling approximately 55 MPH. Depressed throttle pedal to accelerate and vehicle dropped into "passing gear". Once on interstate, vehicle continued to accelerate and pedal was stuck to the floor. Consumer turned the engine off, placed van in neutral and restarted. Van suddenly accelerated back to 65mph. Consumer had to turn off engine and coast until van slowed down enough to pull over.mr
Had esp contract for 60000 and transmission failed at 62000... 2000 lousy miles over and the ford dealer or ford customer service would not honor the extended contract.. The transmission locked up, car stopped hard and I hit steering wheel with no pain however.. This would be dangerous at high speed... I had it repaird at aamco but would like ford to reimburse me for $2279. Ts
Transmission will downshift very roughly, driver gets thrown forward. Dealer cannot find cause.*ak the transmission was down shifting with a terrible jolt at low speed. The vehicle was difficult to start when cold and damp, also when the ignition was switched off and then back to start the engine fires and runs. The vehicle stalling was determined to be fuel pump failure. The gas mileage dropped from 23 mpg to 16 mpg and the vehicle burns more oil. The lights flicker when driving at night and A/C is on, also the vehicle shakes while idling with the A/C on. The driver?s seat cut and slashed the consumer?s clothing. There was a weak green light from the battery. Vehicle vibrates at high speed. The driver?s door was difficult to shut.
Manufacturer states; van is built to their specifactions, thus there is nothing wrong with it. No safety defect listed.
The consumer child was able to move the gear shift lever out of park, the consumer feels the information in reference to the interlock system in the owners manual is misleading. Nlm
While driving transmission would not shift to next higher gear. Dealer rebuilt transmission at 35700 miles. At this time, transmission is shifting down while driving.
Vehicle was at a complete stop, went to accelerate and heard a popping noise. Vehicle stalled out. Transmission failure.
Vehicle is using 1 quart of oil in 1000 miles. Vehicle inspected by ford tech engineer. Found no exterior oil leakage and states vehicle operating as designed at this time. *tt transmission fluid was leaking from the pan gasket. The servo cover was resealed. Updated
This vehicle is junk!!!!!!!! Ford motor co. Is of no help. No safety defec tlisted.
Vehicle can shift out of gear without applying brake pedal. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Exciter ring came loose from axle assembly, causing ABS to intervene when it shouldn't have, with resultant loss of braking. This has occurred twice with this vehicle, the left axle in october 2001, at 24215 miles, and the right axle in may 2002, at 34625 miles. Both times we nearly rear-ended another car, when the ABS unexpectedly reduced braking power.
Vibration and knocking noise coming from underneath vehicle. Gears are stuck while shifting. Dealership is aware of problem.
Transmission vibrates and clunks excessively when put into gear. Dealer contacted part replaced.
During family trip transmission failed while parked at gas station. Had towed to independent dealer to repair because ford dealer was too busy and warranty had expired. Called ford, they were no help at their customer service number and two dealerships. Would like ford to reimburse me $2237 for transmission rebuild and replace. Not asking for damages or a refund, just the cost of transmission.
While parked in driveway and idling vehicle jumped from park into reverse, and rolled backwards. Had emergency brakes on. Dealer contacted. Please add VIN.
Consumer was at a stop light and transmission failed without any warning at 38,483 miles, dealership replaced transmission and paid 60% of cost for transmission. *ak
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