Consumer complained about two. First, the transmission will not shift properly when changing gears. This condition almost caused a rear end collision. Secondly, driver's side seat belt will not latch if any type of debris got inside of the buckle opening, leaving the driver without any restraint if the vehicle got involved in an accident.
2003 Ford Windstar transmission complaints
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There were problems with the transmission and brake equipment on 2003 ford windstar. *mr the transmission downshifted at a low speed, the vehicle locked up while pulling out of a parking space, loud grinding noises, and the brake pads jumped. *sc
Purchased vehicle 10/17pm with 50 miles registered on odometer. Driving the car home from king's ford, the engine light came on and the shifting was rough upon starting and stopping the car. The overdrive light was also flashing on and off. 10/18 am, the windstar was taken back to king's ford service where 2 diagnostic checks showed transmission trouble.
There is a noise in the rear break drums caused by moisture. *mr there was a noise in the rear brake. The dealer stated that the problem was due to moisture and not to worry. The transmission was problematic, and the rear brakes had started to not stop properly. The rear brakes were readjusted, and a new transmission was added. The noise in the brakes had returned. *scc
Nar 05/21/2003 *mr the consumer has made two major safety related repairs (transmission, and steering pull) made to the vehicle over an 11 month period. Please review for further investigations.
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