I am writing this to whom this may concern speed control on windstar 2001 is the idling problem when putting drive the idle goes up to 35 the 40 mile an hour running making it hard to stop until it drops if it drops vehicle likes to lunge forward when leaving a stoplight or stop sign or sitting still in line at traffic this is a real problem I have had the sensors changed twice this problem still exists soon as you touch the gas pedal the vehicle jumps to 35 to 40 mile an hour. If there's a recall for this problem I sure would like to know about it thank you very much. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
2001 Ford Windstar: sudden unintended acceleration
8 of the 1,686 complaints about the 2001 Ford Windstar describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 8
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- typical mileage
- 45,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact was driving approximately 35 MPH when the vehicle surged forward until he abruptly applied to the brakes. The failure also occurred while the contact was stopped with the brakes depressed. In addition, the brake light would intermittently illuminate while the vehicle was shut off. The vehicle was not taken to have the failures diagnosed and was not repaired. The contact stated that neither failure occurred until after the vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The failure and current mileage was 126,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. The contact had the cruise control set at 60 MPH when the vehicle suddenly accelerated to over 60 MPH. When the contact applied the brake, the cruise control did not disengage. When the contact shifted into neutral, the cruise control disengaged. The failure occurred twice after the vehicle was taken to the local dealership for repairs for recall 09v399000 (vehicle speed control). The contact planned to take the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis. The current and failure mileages were approximately 18,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford windstar. While parking the vehicle it surged forward when the brake pedal was depressed. The mechanic stated that the ABS sensor needed to be replaced and performed the repair. Approximately two weeks later the problem recurred. The dealer stated that the ABS sensor needed to be adjusted and performed the repair. Approximately a week later the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to two dealers, and both were unable to locate any failure. The current mileage is 90,000 , and failure mileage was unknown.
While driving 45 MPH vehicle lunged forward twice. As a result, transmission failed. *ak the consumer stated that the vehicle gave no warning prior to the incident. The mechanic stated that the transmission gears broke causing the case to crack.
While turning into a parking space consumer removed foot from the accelerator pedal to apply the brakes, and vehicle suddenly accelerated. Consumer had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal, and put the van in neutral to stop van from accelerating. Dealership serviced the van twice for this issue, but the problem recurred.
While traveling down a hill, and without any indication, the vehicle started to surge forward. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.
While pulling into a parking space, after removing foot from accelerator, the vehicle surged forward and could not be stopped with normal braking. The vehicle struck the side of another car before standing on the brakes finally resulted in stopping the vehicle. Mr
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1‑888‑222‑2751.
Recall number 09V399000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans equipped with an adjustable pedal option. The driver floor mat could interfere with the accelerator pedal.
- Risk
- This can result in a stuck throttle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both front driver and passenger side floor mats in the vehicle. Owner notification began july 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 01V207000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 Ford Windstar sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 2001 Ford Windstar?
8 of 1,686 owner complaints about the 2001 Ford Windstar (0%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Ford Windstar?
There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Ford Windstar
ABS 576Adaptive cruise 98Ball joint 62Fire or smoke 62Check engine light 47Grinding brakes 46Brake failure 42Stalling 23Harsh shifting 21Wipers 21No deployment 19Transmission failure 18Airbag light 16Coil spring 16Door locks 16Power steering loss 16Jerking 14Tire blowout 14Knocking 13Overheating 11Engine failure 10Headlights 9Seat belt 8Steering noise 8Fuel pump 6Loss of power 6Power windows 5
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