Wheel Bolts problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar

Four problems related to wheel bolts have 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.

1 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2012

Traveling 70 mph on the front driver side tire, rim, and all lugnuts just flew off. I went into a ditch. Major damage. I am discovering that this is a common issue with these vans and I plan to sue Ford.

2 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2001

The threaded screws that the lugnuts screw onto snapped in half and car was inspected by Ford dealership mechanic and they do not want to take responsibility for this problem being a defect in workmanship. Also, they won't honor a second opinion from another expert mechanic. In addition, I purchased the extended service contract for $1400 which is effect until 100,000 miles. I need someones help with this matter.

3 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 06/10/2000

While drivng wheels on right front passenger's side came completely off. All lugs:nuts were broken with no sign of wear and tear. Van was towed to dealership. Please provide any further information.

4 Wheel Bolts problem

The lug nuts came off the wheel and as a result the passenger side front wheel came off.


Other Wheel related problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar

Wheel problems
15
Wheel Bolts problems
4


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