Wheel Related Problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

Table 1 shows four common wheel related problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar. The number one most common problem is related to the wheel bolts (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the wheel rim (ten problems).

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Ford Windstar


Recently reported Wheel problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

The Wheel Bolts problem

1996, Windstar experienced numerous broken wheel studs on the left front and right front wheels. Two studs broke on right front wheel on February 15, 2004.   Read details...

The Wheel Rim problem

The original wheels on my 1996 Windstar have developed air leaks at the welds. The first time this happened, I went to a salvage yard for a replacement, and they said Windstar wheels are scarce because this seems to be a common problem. I have replaced all four wheels within the past two years.   Read details...

The Wheel problem

Had changed brake pads a week earlier. Driving 55mph and the car crashed down on it's axle as the tire and wheel passed by us going down highway, in 37 north. Studs had all broken off. The disc brake is ruined from skidding on it. Traffic was moderately heavy.   Read details...


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