Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Windstar

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 1997 Ford Windstar. The number one most common problem is related to the body (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame and members (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford Windstar


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1997 Ford Windstar

The Body problem

Tl- the contact owns 1997 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while traveling 65 mph the rear axle beam broke off. The manufacturer was contacted. The private mechanic stated that the rear axle beam needed to be replaced. There were not made on the vehicle.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The subframe assembly on my 1997 Ford Windstar has broken/cracked in two different locations * on two separate occasions. The first repair was in September of 2002. The most recent repair was September 2003.   Read details...

The Tailgate problem

Tailgate installed with improper alignment with body. Corrected one year after purchase.   Read details...


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