Suspension Related Problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

Table 1 shows 16 common suspension related problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension coil spring (55 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension stabilizer bar (nine problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

The Front Suspension Coil Spring problem

I brought kids to school and I was pulling out. I heard a noise and my tire went flat. I had to have it towed home. My husband checked it out and found the drivers side front coil spring broke and stabbed the tire. I saw there was a recall so hopefully it is still covered because I dont have 100.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar problem

Front sway bar is found to be hollow and broke in half on passengers side. Ford should be liable for the repair cost since they were aware that they would not hold up in salty and snowy conditions.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

The contact owns a 1996 Ford Windstar. While reversing out of a driveway at low speeds, the contact heard an unusually loud noise. When further inspecting the vehicle, the contact found that the brake lines was being pinched by the springs.   Read details...


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