general problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar

One problem related to gasoline fuel system has been reported for the 1996 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Gasoline Fuel System problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2002

While driving approximately 65 mph windshield started to fog up. Driver rolled down window for driver's door when a "popping" noise could be heard, and flames could be seen coming from vehicle. When vehicle was stopped, heavy smoke started coming from under the hood, and vehicle was engulfed in flames. A fire lieutenant suspected that fire was due to leaking fuel in engine compartment. Vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer or insurance company. Please provide any additional information / documentation.




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