This is the second time in 3 years I have to replace my tailgate window for my 2000 ford windstar. 2007 july, it just shattered without any sign/ warning when I was on my trip to the provincial park. I replaced it thinking about I may be the 'lucky one'! Last night again on my way to ottawa around kingston on hwy 401, it started from the wiper/ brake light area and shattered. My daughter was so afraid because she was seating at the back 2 times in a row!! I was questioning about the occurance and frequency??? I have to pay $400 for each replacement!!
2000 Ford Windstar visibility complaints
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I have a 2000 ford model sel - my wipers stopped working. I took it too ford to get the problem fixed since I have an extended warranty on my vehicle (intercontinental warranty services -iws - 1‑800‑333‑3028) iws first agreed to cover the repairs to the burned out wiper motor. Ford (305‑266‑3000) called iws to get an additional cable to be covered as well since the pins that were attached to that cable where also attached to the wiper motor and broke off. They got corroded with water and rust build up. Iws then decided to reject coverage since water damage is not covered in their policy. I spoke with iws and they gave me recall #01s25 and advised me ford would have to cover the repairs. I called ford back and they advised me that no recalls show up for my VIN#. However, I find that the same issue of this recall is affecting my vehicle as well and feel it needs to be covered by ford or iws. Www.customersaskford.com per mike (at ford, no recall shows up for my VIN#). I checked on the ford website and was advised that no recall shows for my car.
Every time we get heavy rains my front windshield leaks. While checking recalls I have come across this problem which my mechanic explained to me exactly as the recall reads. Ford will not fix the problem because there is no recall on their site. I was told it could be because the recall was too old or it was already taken care of but they don't know which. This vehicle was purchased from a ford dealer almost a year ago. I was told in event of an accident my windshield may come loose because of the bonding and could result in injury or death.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. While driving in rainy weather conditions, the windshield wipers suddenly failed and impaired visibility. The dealer stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v261000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor), although the failures were identical. The contact would be responsible for the repair costs. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The speed was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 136,000.
2000 ford windstar with multiple manufacturer defects. Consumer states these are some of the problems windshield washer fluid pump failure, reverse sensor system failure, brake light switch is sticking and more. *kb the message center started to read error when displaying the outdoor temperature. The consumer found one of the male prongs on the sensor plug had corroded and broken off, which indicated that the sensor plug was not adequately protected from moisture. One of the coolant lines to the rear heater corroded and failed at the point where it crossed under the frame at the rear of the vehicle. The check engine light illuminated. The mechanic stated the engine was running lean due to an air leak. The coolant crossover tube sprang a leak.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. While driving 55 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the windshield wiper motor. The wipers and wiper park function worked intermittently. As of november 23, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 01v261000 (visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor). The failure mileage was 149,900 and current mileage was 150,000.
Windshield wiper failure while driving in rain on I-5 seattle washington, failure mode is similar to prior recall # 01v261000. It appears that the recall implemented in 2001/2002 was either ineffective or wiper motor was already damaged. The dealer repaired wiper by replacing damaged motor and wiring harness. Corrosion was extensive. As in the original recall it looks like heating may have occurred. Wiper failed and left blade stuck in a position that obstructed drivers view.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was parked in the driveway and the keys were out of the ignition while the windshield wipers engaged by themselves. Black and white smoke erupted from under the hood. The contact raised the hood and disconnected the windshield wiper motor which stopped the wipers. Although smoke was present, no visible flames or fire was observed. Upon further inspection, heat damaged the wiring harness and throttle body. The contact determined the windshield wiper motor shorted out. Although the dealer was alerted, the vehicle was not inspected.
2000 ford windstar driver side window shattered. *ts the passenger side sliding door window shattered but did not break. There was no evidence on the glass of any sort of impact. It was still intact and perfectly flat (no indentations, marks, scuff etc).
Dt: the contact stated the interior lights, power windows, radio, and heater would stay on after the ignition was turned off and the key is removed. The fuse has to be removed every time the vehicle is turned off. He found recall 00v351000 on line concerning this problem. When he contacted the dealer , they said that this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. Also there was a problem with the cruise control. The off switch for cruise control did not work. The cruise control could only be turned off by applying the brakes.
Dt: vehicle was parked friday all day and on saturday morning consumer noticed a shepard hook crack in the windshield. There was a recall, but according to the manufacturer, this vehicle was not part of the recall.*ak
Dt: the windshield wipers worked intermittenly and then quit working completely. There is a recall for this problem, but thid vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN.
Rear window blew out for no apparent reason.
Rear hatch window exploded while waiting to pull into disabled parking--sending glass throughout vehicle and embedding glass in my head as well as causing stroke symptoms...with 18 recorded incidents this is a defect that should be investigated and ford should be charged for this condition with rear hatch window.
The intermittent function on my windshield wiper motor has failed. Ford has a recall on certain models of my vehicle, but evidently my particular vehicle is not included in the recall even though I have the malfunction. Vehicle also has hard shift when downshifting going around a corner.
The heater blower chamber malfunctioned, causing defroster/ defogger and the heat system to become inoperative. Thus, reducing consumer's visibility. The entire heater blower chamber had to be replaced. *ak
Information request. Letter and package is in the mail concerning our complaint! *ak the consumer wanted to know the status of his complaint.
Passenger's side middle window located on the sliding door blew out when the consumer shut the door.
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
While driving during rainy weather, the windshield wipers failed. *ak the vehicle was recalled in august 2001. Recall# 01v261000. A few months later while driving in the rain, the wipers quit. The vehicle was still under warranty. The wipers failed again during a thunderstorm while traveling on the highway. The consumer contacted ford and again they refused to fix them. *sc
Recall of wiper moter cover. Van was sitting in my driveway and started smoking, disconnected battery and found that the wiper motor shorted out. Wiper motor was replaced by recall, with further investigation wiper motor cover was not properly installed, took van back to ford dealer, they told me they would not replace it out of warranty. Ford wanted over $500.00 to replace it, so I replaced it my self for under a $100.00.
While driving at normal speed rear window burst unexpectedly.
While driving at normal speed and under normal weather conditions rear window burst without warning. There were no injuries.
On may 27, 2002, I was on vacation with my family using our 2000 ford windstar. I was sitting in the middle row seat and was trying to get out when I tripped and landed with my knee on stepping area of the vehicle. The force of my landing (which wasn't that hard) caused the side door to unlatch from it's grooved molding and shut on my arm with full force. I was lucky not have any broken bones (but did have to go to the doctor and have x-rays) however I was unable to work or really take care of my children (I had a 1 yr old and 5 yr old at the time) for a good month (I went back to work after a week but with pain). I called fullerton ford and told them what happened and they said the first step was to come in and have them look at the vehicle, which I did. Jaime, the service rep, looked at the car and said there was nothing wrong with the car however this is a flaw in the overall design as the automatic windstar doors have a locking mechanism and the manuals only have this small molding. He recommended that I call ford motor company and lodge a complaint for a recall. He also stated that he would document all this in his computer for when ford reviewed the complaint. I called ford immediately and they said they would take my information and that would be it. When I asked about a recall they said it was doubtful but write a letter. I sent out a letter on june 15th explaining what happened and how I felt very uncomfortable driving this car as the door had slid other times in the past and I just didn't feel safe that my son wouldn't get hurt or some other child down the road. I asked them to allow me to be released from my lease and to give me a credit toward a purchase of a different vehicle...they responded on paper within two days or receiving my letter however, they chose not to mail it to me until 8 weeks later. In august, I received their response and it said that they dealership said there is nothing wrong with the car so they were going to do nothing
At this time we are leasing a 2000 windstar lx and we can't wait to turn it in to the dealership - and we plan to never purchase another ford product again. We have purchased a used honda accord and expect that we will be quite happy with it... There was a recall on the exhaust/emissions was fixed and the light came on again and will not go out - eastgate ford, dayton, oh does not know why the light will not go out. The paint on the luggage rack is peeling off. The door actuator on the passenger sliding door - does not work - it takes 2 people to open the door, one inside and one outside. The power steering pump is faulty. Ford has a service bullentin out - but there is no recall because ford does not believe there is a safety issue here - I do not agree. Proper steering is pretty important and if a smaller size female or male was turning left and the pump failed, it could be quite hazzardous. Our biggest complaint is the way ford motor company and eastgate ford have treated us. There is no accountability on either part. Ford or eastgate won't stand behind their product.
Right from the day I bought the van, I have had one issue or the other. Here are some of the major issues. 1. Tires - my new van had bumps on all 4 tires. Every tire dealer told me they would burst on driving. They were general tires. I went to ford many times and opened a case with them also to no avail. After 12,000 miles, I decided to buy 4 new tires myself for the safety of my family at my own expense. 2. At 15,000 miles, I had to get my front brakes changed as they had reached their end of life. 3. At 15,000 miles, I also had to get my transmission fluid as well as drop pan changed as they worn out 4. At 30,000 miles, I had to get my front brake pads again changed (these were also worn out). What is surprising is that my rear brakes are fine 5. At 30,000 miles, I also had to get my transmission fluid as well as drop pan changed as they worn out 6. At 40,000 miles, my check engine light came on, for which I had to get the entire cooling system changed as well as had major engine work done to remove the light. The bill was in a few thousand, and I still don't know what they did to get it all fixed 7. At 45,000 miles, I had to get front rotors and brakes again. 8. At 45,000 miles I also had to get my front tie rods changed as they were squeaking 9. My automatic door sensor has never worked since I bought the van. If you shut the doors using the electronic door openers, and if something is in the way, it will still shut the door trapping the item, rather than reversing the process. 10. My drivers side power seats have just failed, and I am yet again faced with a large expense. I will never buy a ford again
Intermittent windshield wipers inoperable and wipers will not park when turned to off position obstructing drivers view and increasing possibility of a crash. A recall has been issued, 01s25, for certain models of same make and year for this exact description of problem. This vehicle, however, is not included based on the VIN.
Intermittently windshield wipers became inoperable, obtructing the driver's view. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models. However this vehicle was not included due to VIN.
The consumer stated that the anti-lock brake system warning light flashed intermittently while driving and the brakes made noise. The battery and wipers failed on the same day. The transmission was replaced but continued to experience problems. *ak
The rear wiper motor started to smoke. The vehicle was taken to the dealer.
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