Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar

Table 1 shows three common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (33 problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (eight problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Windstar

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
33
Latches/locks/linkage problems
8
Hood Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar

The Door Latch problem

Doors will not unlock via the fob or internal electronic controls due to bad lock actuators. Had drivers side door lock actuator replaced about 1 1/2 years ago (under extended warranty), but now both sliding doors have the same issue.   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that the sliding doors would periodically lock and not unlock. The failure alternated between each rear sliding door. The vehicle had not been to the dealer. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 177,000. . . . .   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

While driving on the freeway at 65 mph hood flew up and blocked consumer's view. Consumer managed to get the car to the side without causing an accident.   Read details...


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