Brake Disc problems of the 1998 Ford Windstar

Five problems related to brake disc have been reported for the 1998 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc problem

Failure Date: 07/11/2003

Consumer called complaining about front brake problems. The brakes squeaked for a long time until they were replaced. Also, front coil spring problems. Consumer started vehicle and a terrible noise came from the front of the vehicle. She stopped, and had vehicle towed to the dealer. Dealer did an alignment, and told consumer that front coils needed to be replaced.

2 Brake Disc problem

Failure Date: 09/03/1999

Both front disk brakes were gone; rotors had to be replaced.

3 Brake Disc problem

Failure Date: 04/15/1999

Ongoing probelm with excessive wear of brake pads /rotors on the left front wheel. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

4 Brake Disc problem

Failure Date: 10/19/1998

Front disc brakes wore prematurely.

5 Brake Disc problem

Brake pads are being chewed off because of the brake rotors. The dealer has cut the rotors, and problem still exists.




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