Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 1999 Ford Windstar.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
I have had this van for a little bit more than a year now. After purchasing it I brought it to the closest dealership and had several recall issues attended to, supposedly at least. Since that time I have had many issues with the vehicle, ranging from electrical problems to neutral switches to tie rods and more. I was thinking of giving up and getting a new vehicle, I can not afford to keep up with repair costs. Then I brought it to another shop to get the check engine light taken care of recently, the mechanic informed me that many of these vans have been recalled, including those in massachusetts, and not only that but the van's are notoious for the electrical and other issues I had told him of. After inspecting the van he said the dealership shouldn't have let me leave with the vehicle and advised me not to drive it either, he deemed it unsafe. I have used this vehicle to transport my wife, our four kids, and many other family and friends and once hearing those words a literal chill ran down my spine at the thought of what could've happened. I have sent emails of my concerns to Ford themselves and was replied to in a couple of days, I have since responded three times and I am still awaiting a response from them now almost a month later. I have since left my van at my sister's as my house was much further away and I didn't want to risk it. The issues I have researched about this van include the mentioned electrical problems, as well steering problems, transmission problems, brake system problems and more. I feel the vehicle is unsafe and will not drive it any longer, also when noticing other vehicles of the same model I feel they should be notified of these issues immediately. Ford knows of these problems as cases ranging in to 5 million plus vehicles affected.
Went to pick up food and noticed my 99 Ford Windstar was smoking. I pulled over, lifted up the hood and it was on fire. It was put out with a fire extingusisher. Looked up online that there was a recall. Called Ford, they were unwilling to help us at all. Told us we'd have to pay for a diagnostic/and towing. Finally got ahold of someone through Ford who got that for no charge. Was told that it is the recalled piece that caused the fire. Now am told that it could take up to 15 days to find out if I can get a rental until the car is fixed.
Intermittent problem: problems indicated by on board message center reads "check brake lamps", "check tail lamps" check head lamps" check rear turn lamps", "check front turn lamps", noticed that interior lights will not work, auto locks will not work, key remote will not lock or unlock vehicle or open doors. Get no codes from o b d ii. Scanner. Have replaced battery because it was 6 years old and wasn't putting out proper amps. Thought would solve problem. It didn't. Thought disconnecting battery for 30 min. Would reset computer. Seamed to work a couple of times, however, now believe it was just coincidence. Sometimes when I start the vehicle everything is fine, however while driving, the message reappears and none the above mentioned, no longer work again. This is a driving hazard.
*cruise control stopped working beginning of 2011, never came back on. Light turns on/off intermittently. Started about 1 year ago; 5/2010. *side door locks don't work correctly and get stuck (have to manually pull them up). Started approx. 7/2010. *passenger door does not unlock from the outside with automatic lock button or keys. Started approx. 1/2011. *heater only works in back, not front. Started approx. 10/2010. *open regulator window loosened and broke off, shattering, while on interstate. Bought replacement window, but the regulator assembly does not come in single parts, so I have not purchased a replacement plastic securer to hold the rear of the window on. 5/7/2011. I feel there is more I'm forgetting, but I can't think of anything at this time.
I noticed when taking in my 1999 Ford Windstar se for the subframe recall that almost all the other Windstar's had rusted out sliding doors on the drivers side. Is Ford doing anything about this problem?.
Was driving a 1999 Ford Windstar stopped at work went in side a coworker was leaveing ran back inside to tell me my 1999 Windstar was on fire.
Vehicle "subframe assembly" was found to be heavily corroded (rusted) and required to be replaced. This subassembly supports entire front of the vehicle, including the body, engine and transmission( trans axle ), front suspension, steering, brakes, and radiator.
Just bought a 1999 Windstar and abs light goes on about 5 minutes after starting engine and does not go out -- is there a recall for this problem and is it dangerous -- the dealer says there is nothing wrong.
For several months now my 1999 Ford Windstar has had intermittent problems with the abs light (yellow) and trac off light (yellow) coming on while driving.
Actuator motor not working; broke the switch door. This occurred during winter, unable to defrost windows, freezing weather, no heat in front.
Tensioner assembly and idle pulley defective. If inspecting engine, while van is running and hood up main belt might break and possibly causing injury to inspector.
Bad irmc, I was responsible for a $200 deductible, then van had to go back to shop (engine light still on) now output speed sensor shaft is bad , that will be another $200 deductible/unable to afford a renatl car due to repairs. . . Ts.
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Engine check light appears on dashboard permanently. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer will furnish additional information.
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The paint on the roof is peeling off and I have taken it in to the Ford dealer a total three times and it only lasts for a few months and starts to peel off again. The following number is the case number from Ford manufacturing: tracking kmm348947c0km case 101425. No safety defect.
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