Nine problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 1999 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate and stalled without warning. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
99 Ford Windstar has been having numerous battery problems in the last 6 months. Went through 3 batteries and 1 alternator. Took to Ford dealership who couldn't find a problem. Told me there were no recalls for speed control deactivation switch. My 99 Windstar was not included in this recall. Turns out car died today on major highway with electrical problem. Burning smell under hood. I am complaining because I deliberately asked about the speed control deactivation switch recall 2 weeks ago at Ford dealership and was told by dominick that my car was not included in that recall. On oct. 13 2009 my car was included in that recall. My abs light has been on for ages. . . My car has not been at Ford dealership since oct 13 2009 so I know the recall was not previously performed. The dealer is courtesy Ford in sanford florida. . . The car was towed to that location. It is Sunday so the dealership is closed. . . .
I was at a stop light at a major intersection and when the light turned green I heard a loud sound. I tried to accelerate but my car would not move forward. The engine just revved. I thought I ran something over due to the sound so inspected got out to inspect the car. I found nothing. I got back into the car and turned car off and turned back. The car would not drive. I put the car in reverse and managed to get off the road. I had the car towed to the dealership. I was told by the dealer sutton Ford in matteson IL. That the transmission just broke and would cost me $3000. 00. I have had this car less then 2 years. I had an extended warranty that just expired a few months ago. My obd light was on but was told by the dealer it was a sensor. They could turn it off but it wasn't anything major. After reading all the complaints I'm sure it is major. Since purchasing this car, I have had to replace tires at least every six months, major engine repair, alternator repair, as well as spring replacement. Overall, I've put more then $3000. 00 in repair not including the repair of the transmission I now need. I loved my Windstar but I am now discovering that it puts my life endanger to drive it. My two kids were in the car when this happened and I feared someone would hit my car. The worst part about all this is I am unable to get rid of this car as I still am buying this car. I am unable to refinance the difference. I was told to just scarp the car by the dealer and just get another car as I am even more in debt trying to repair the car. I don't want to ruin my credit so there has to be another solution. I have no inkling how I'm going to manage to get 3000. 00 for a new car and pay my bills and find an alternative method. I really would appreciate it if Ford would just do the right thing fix my transmission. Split the cost. I did damage my car in the mist of all this and just want to be able to drive to work until the car is paid off.
The vehicle's check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the fuel filter. The alternator, right inner cv boot, abs module, and brake master cylinder were replace.
There was a short in the alternator, causing a fire, claim 28-3093-207.
Short in the alternator caused vehicle fire, claim 28-3093-207.
Possible starter failure is making the vehicle difficult to start. Nlm.
Upon starting vehicle consumer noted the alternator does not turn over which causes a no start condition, consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Problem with "pulsating" of both exterior and interior lights when engine is running. In for repairs at dealer on 2-5-99, but not fixed. Been told problem is with voltage regulator. Invoice of repairs shows 'repaired' wiring at alternator.