37 problems related to axle assembly have been reported for the 2001 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Windstar based on all problems reported for the 2001 Windstar.
The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. While driving between 5-10 mph, the vehicle dropped and came to a stop. The contact noticed that both rear wheels were folded inward. The vehicle was towed to the mechanic and they stated that the rear axle snapped due to a defective part. The part was not rusted. The mechanic replaced the rear axle. The current and failure mileages were 68,200. Updated 07/15/08 updated 07/15/08.
2001 Ford Windstar. Consumer states that the rear axle cracked and broke in to two parts the consumer stated prior to her service appointment, she heard a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when suddenly, the vehicle began to slide. Fortunately, she was able to control the vehicle. When she arrived home, she looked under the rear of the vehicle and discovered a large crack in the rear axle.