Four problems related to steering wheel have been reported for the 1998 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Took vehicle in to a mechanic for repair work. When mechanic placed the vehicle on the lift, he noted that the subframe that cradles the engine and transmission and serves as the attachment point for the front suspension was extremely rusted. The corrosion has caused large and numerous holes in the subframe. He stated that the vehicle is unsafe to drive in its current condition and would not work on the vehicle because it was unsafe. He stated that the engine could actually fall though the subframe, or the subframe could brake at the suspension connection points causing loss of control of the vehicle.
The rear axle broke into two separate pieces while coming to a stop in my driveway. The rear wheels were canted in at the top as a result, completely disabling the car. The vehicle had to be towed for repairs and a new rear axle from Ford motor CO was installed. Fomoco has denied my claim for repair because denver, CO is not in the recall area issued 8-26-2010 and expanded on 11-30-2010. "VIN not identified for this field service action. " I am the original owner and the vehicle continues to be driven daily. (GS for dennis dolan).
When turning steering wheel it will make a loud noise,and motor feels like it is struggling. Please provide more information.
Steering column sticks, has to jerk steering wheels. Also vehicle pulls to the left. Consumer can hear a whistling sound on left side. Contacted dealer. Dealer kept vehicle for about one hour, and told consumer it wasn't anything wrong with vehicle.