One problem related to rear axle spindle has been reported for the 2000 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Windstar based on all problems reported for the 2000 Windstar.
The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. While driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle vibrated violently and made a loud dragging noise. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear axle fractured due to excessive corrosion and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 12v193000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.