Front Suspension Strut problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

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

1 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 05/25/2001

Front left macpherson strut spring broke. Dealer was inspecting vehicle.

2 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 11/30/2000

Suspension spring broke and blew right front tire. Also, struts collapsed, and consumer lost control and came to a full stop.

3 Front Suspension Strut problem

Failure Date: 04/15/1997

Driving 30mph, went over pothole which caused strut to be pushed upwards & was crushed. Vehicle can be driven, but not for long. Took to Ford & could not find problem. Took to 2 different mechanics & informed by both of crushed strut.




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