Abs & brake light intermittently come on. Brake fluid level is normal. Brake pads & shoes are good. No other problems with hydraulic system. No brake fluid leaks.
2003 Ford Windstar brakes complaints
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I had prior brake issues. Took my van to be inspected and had complete rear brakes replaced and front brakes were still ok, not needing replacement. After about 20 miles on my way out of town on my new brakes, the ABS and brake lights came on. Got back in town and took it back to where I got the new brakes. They said the brakes were fine, just not seated yet, so they ran a scan. My van threw the code c1185 (ABS control module circuit relay) and I was told I needed to have an electrical diagnosis done.
The ABS light comes on randomly. The shop told be the computer is reporting faulty ABS codes. I will have to ask for the specific code.
Abs light on air bag little on won't turn off brake light also will come on at time feels like something is sticking like driving with brake on.
On my 2003 windstar I have been having problems with the ABS for quite some time don't know the exact time that it first happened its been a few years. The ABS lights come on and shut off periodically. As of today the check engine light came on and the ABS and brake lights came on. And the cigarette lighter fuse keeps blowing I went to get the codes read and the fuse was blown so I changed it and it blew right away again so put in one more so the codes could be read. It came up with 18 codes from just one day they are c1145, c1234, c1185, c1198, c1194, c1254, c1246, c1250,c1242, c1214, c1210, c1446 ,u1262, b1318 all having to do with the ABS they could tell me exactlly what was going on and told me to google it. Also codes p0171, p0174.
Abs and brake light would go on and off intermittently beginning around 55000 miles. The mechanic told me fords were known for this, but should not present a problem. Back wheels started smoking and leaking fluid at 76000. This contaminated the wheel wells and brake pads. The ABS/brake light also stay on consistently now. Repaired the problem and ran a diagnostic on the ABS. Mechanic told me I had a faulty ABS module that the dealer would have to repair. Have not done that yet, looking to see if there has been a recall on this problem. Apparently ford has not addressed this issue. I have this van to transport my disabled son, now concerned that our safety is at risk.
The brake light has been coming on, the check engine light has been on for some time, and the vehicle is currently leaking what appears to be brake fluid.
In the middle of driving red brake lights and ABS lights came on. Keep coming on and shutting off.
Abs light come on after vehicle warm up also brake light come on at the same time. Going to garage tomorrow to check on recalls and to see is the is a serious problems on windstars. From what I been reading on the internet it seem to be a major problem for windstar owners.
The brake and ABS light came on the day after I bought the 2003 windstar. I had to do some research to figure out that it needed a little bit of work because the previous owner lied about why they wanted to sell the van. They said nothing was wrong with it and it ran great. Well now there are some major issues with the windstar. Shortly after the brake and ABS light came on the engine light came on. Now I am trying to come up with the money to fix this problem.
We bought this car today and intermittently the ABS and brake lights will come on and won't turn off until we turn off the car.
The ABS brake light will not go off.
The ABS light, advanced trac control indicator light, and dash lights are flashing on and off intermittently for several seconds. Alarms beep and the engine loses power. This has occurred multiple times over the past several weeks. Then coming onto the freeway this morning it occurred again and the engine shut off. It would not restart. After almost getting hit by another vehicle as a result of the engine shutting off, I was able to pull over and turned off the key. Tried to start the van several times and after a few tries it started and I was able to get off highway without getting hit. This is a recurring problem many 03 windstar van owners are experiencing. Called ford and they said it is not a documented problem with them. I have read hundreds of comments from other owners experiencing these same problems. Ford dealerships have repaired/replaced various components to correct this problem but it keeps recurring. Something needs to be done. It is a design thing.
Abs and brake lights are on. Premature ABS failure no fix but to replace pump and control unit.
Abs brake light goes on after driving a few minutes and ABS brakes don't work. Light is not on upon next start.
While driving my 2003 ford windstar model sel, I'm encountering a problem with the braking system/ABS, as well as, my cluster gauge going haywire doing what it wants on and off on its own. The braking system is starting to become more frequent. I've gone to ford for this particular problem and a few others. Ford looked at my car and told me the rear axel had cracked and they repaired the axel on recall. I informed them about the ABS breaking system. I've been to two separate dealers in staten island, ny. One dealer told me it looks like I have an electrical problem not sure if it's related to cluster gauge/braking system. They told me I had a problem with the right rear window motor as well, which ford fixed supposedly. As far as the braking system goes they told me they took it for a ride and did not see anything wrong with my vehicle. I told them about the cluster gauge doing what it wants, the ABS working/not working. Having a hard time stopping car, as well as, telling both ford dealers about my wife having no choice but to pull off the highway because she was having this particular brake problem. I told them the only way she was to stop the vehicle was to crash into these big green metal commercial garbage containers at approximately 10 miles per hour. I showed them the damage to the front of my vehicle as well as telling them my wife had hurt her neck, I was told from both ford dealers that we don't see a problem we can't fix a problem and I am now reading on the web that there seems to be a problem with these cars up to 2003 with everything I have explained up til now. If anybody has any input or contact info for me to call to help me, I would deeply appreciate any help you can provide before one or all of my family members become injured or god forbid fatalities.
Ran thru stop signs replaced all brakes and the brake peddle just pulsed and would not stop my van.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle exhibited an abnormal noise. The contact noticed that the rear drivers side wheel was abnormally tilted inward. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the axle was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v193000 (power train). The approximate failure and current mileage was unknown. Updated 03/26/14*lj the consumer stated cracks in the rear axle, were not visible and re-enforcement repairs were done, to the rear axle and front subframe lower control arm. However, the repair failed, while the consumers husband was driving. Ford wouldn't pay for the repairs. They stated they had already full-filled their obligations, when they made the re-enforcement. Also, the anti-lock brakes did not work. Updated 03/27/14
Braking distance suddenly increased. Abs light on, on dashboard. Brake light on, on dashboard. Recall work was done.
Abs light and code c1185 came on. A relay failure for ABS brakes.
Abs light came on, mechanic said the ecu was shorted and ford was looking into a recall. Ford has nothing on their website, but have found many external sites offering the same problem.
Abs and brake lights began coming on my dash. They will go off periodically, and then come back on. The first date this happened was in 2010. I drive a 2003 ford windstar. I took it to the auto shop right away and was quoted over $1,000 to fix it. I asked what the part does and was told that it mostly controls the ABS system. I asked him what I could do if I did not fix it, because there was no way I could afford that. He suggested to pump my brakes when braking. The system is dangerous when trying to make a fast stop. I have been hearing that it has happened to other vehicles of this same model vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford windstar. The contact stated that the ABS light remained illuminated and failed to engage in a timely manner. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test and they were unable to locate a failure code. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. The current mileage was 113,000. Updated 03/31/14*lj updated 04/01/2014
Abs system warning light on continuously.
The speedometer, odometer & cruise control did not work & ABS pump ran continuously. Abs & brake light stayed on. This only happened when the outside temp. Was around 80-85 deg.f & lights shut off once the engine cooled. Diagnosis was defective brake control mod. Pulled fuse 101 to keep pump from running. In 2012 the lights remained on with fuse in and the speedo & odo would go out intermittently. Nov. 2013, lost speedo & odo all together.
Abs module frequently sends warning with multiple trouble codes. My understanding is that the ABS system is not functional when this occurs.
Anti-lock brake system became inoperable according to code c1185 ABS light and brake light illuminated on instrument panel.
The ABS and brake lights have been on for quite sometime, it would not pass emissions. A few weeks ago I almost got in an accident, due to the fact, I could not stop the van!! I have a young child and this is unacceptable ford!! Never again will I purchase a ford.
Abs light on and off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford windstar. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,000.
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