Front Suspension problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

Five problems related to front suspension have been reported for the 1996 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/11/2010

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. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle and that repairs would be at his expense. The contact stated the vehicle was not drivable. The failure and current mileages were 164,954.

2 Front Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/16/2001

No summary listed for above vehicle.

3 Front Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/30/1998

While driving vehicle about 40mph steering wheel would shake. This causes driving to be difficult. Have not taken to dealer as of yet.

4 Front Suspension problem

Vehicle has been in for repair of the front end suspension several times without remedy of the failure.

5 Front Suspension problem

No summary.




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