Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
Repeat of a speedometer failure. This is the third failure since I have owned this 1996 Ford Windstar (purchased 1999). It cost me over $400 in 1999 to replace the speedometer head and now it is failing in the same manner - the needle bounces all over the place until it just pegs out at the far right. I submitted my last complaint regarding this problem in December, 2002 - ref#786265. I have been told by dealers, private repair shops and even your agency that there are obvious problems with Ford speedometers but there has yet been any assistance offered by Ford. A speedometer should last the life of a vehicle and there is no way I should be on my third one at 113,000 miles (with a new engine and superb maintenance resords)! note: it is not the airbag switch that I have issues with as it shows in the equipment section. I could not find the right options under equipment for a speedometer.
No summary. Dt.
While driving at any speed engine check light will come on unexpectedly, and will not go away. Dealer could not fix defect.
Please provide technical information regarding defect of vehicle. No safety defect listed, information request.
Door ajar warning light/audible alarm goes off and remains on for extended time despite all doors securely closed and locked.
No summary.
The 1994 and 1995 Windstars were recalled for this problem. I dont understand how come the 1996 werent. No safety defect listed within summary.
This was done during manufacturing. No safety defect listed.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
No summary provided by consumer.
The problem first occurred at 10-15-97. I took it in and the Ford dealor told me that everything checked out. The check engine light has come on 4 to 5 times since. Now that the dealor has identefied the problem they tell me it will be a 1200. 00 fix. Of course now it is out of warranty.
Electronic switch for hatch warning light failed.
The consumer requested that the manufacturer investigate a speedometer problem on Ford Windstars and escorts.
Door ajar indicator light is inoperative, doesn't know if doors are open or not. Contacted dealer.
No failure identified.
Intermittently engine check light comes on while vehicle is in motion. Dealer has not been able to duplicate or correct the problem.
In addition, the following are warranty/recall issues that need to be addressed on this vehicle. Dt.