Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1998 Ford Windstar

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

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/18/2007

1998 Ford Windstar van. Front passenger lug bolts. All five lug bolt failed with no warning. Vehicle mileage 33300. No notice before failure. No shaking or vibrations. 60 mph at time of incident. All parts saved. Replaced 5 lug bolts, 5 lug nuts, rotor.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2003

Front brake rotors completely rusted through with only 47,000 miles on vehicle.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2001

While traveling at approximately 25 mph left front wheel disconnected from vehicle due to rotor bolts shearing off. Consumer stated that a recall was issued for this problem in canada when aftermarket rotors were put on vehicles in place of Ford brake rotors. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

4 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/05/2001

Tie rod and rotors needed to be replaced at approximately 35000 miles. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

5 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 12/13/1999

Manufacturer does not have rotors for vehicle.

6 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Brake rotors failed. Yh.




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