Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 2001 Ford Windstar

Takata recall I'm looking to see if there was a recall on manifold in the 2001 Ford Windstar.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact started the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated. He did not want to drive the vehicle, but took it to a mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the exhaust intake and manifold failed. There were also numbers missing on the computer, which was caused by the engine. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls, although the failures were identical. The vehicle has not been driven since the failure occurred. The failure and current mileages were 99,734.

I went to have my car services on 3/14 and was informed by monroe muffler that my that the intake manifold has cracked because it was plastic and not metal. While doing some research I noticed that many other Fords have been recalled for the same reason such as vehicles affected in the american settlement use the 4. 6-litre v8 engine and include 1996-2001 Ford crown victoria, Mercury grand marquis and Lincoln town car; 1997 Mercury cougar, Ford thunderbird and Ford mustang; some mustangs from 1998 to 2001; and some Ford explorers from 2002. I was l;aso told that he has serviced at least five with the same problem in the last year.

I recently purchased a used 2001 Ford Windstar. It began showing 3 lights on the dash. (the brake light abs light and check engine light) I will begin with the engine light. After reading many articles on the internet of people experiencing the same codes p0174 and p0171 I found the TSB. It called for the replacement of the vacuum line, isolator bolts, valve cover, and port seals. The abs and brake lights call for the replacement of the whole abs module. To fix both of these problems are very costly. And after researching, I have conlcuded that these problems are not isolated. Due to the high price of labor and parts I have not been able to fix these problems. I think that the loss of abs on slippery roads and the loss of the engine due to the defective gasket parts can cause a major accident, and pose as a huge concern. Please contact me with any updates. . . Thankyou.

Check engine light came on while driving. Had the diagnostic code read and the codes were po171 and po174 where the result (bank 1 and bank 2 system too lean). Did research on the internet and found TSB 03-16-1 concerning repairs required to fix this problem. The TSB states that Ford used a lh valve cover that contained a 1/8 hole allowing oil to get on the rubber grommets of the isolator bolts which contaminated them. This resulted in breakdown of the rubber grommets and a vacuum leak to occur in the intake manifold. The TSB also recommends replacing the lh valve cover gasket, port seals, isolator bolts u-shaped vacuum line, and upper intake halves seal to prevent future occurrences. This problem is a result of faulty parts used in the engine intake manifold and would not have occurred with proper parts. The internet is filled with problems the owner of Windstars from 1999-2003 have had. Eventually, the engine will run very rough and can stall causing an unsafe condition while driving.

: the contact stated while driving there was a gasoline odor emitting from the vents of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over and the hood was opened for inspection. The plastic fuel line failed where the plastic line connects with the steel line. As a result, fuel sprayed onto the engine. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for replacement of the entire fuel line which corrected the problem. The intake manifold failed. Updated 06/12/06. 8jb.

Onset of dull "knocking" noise in running engine at idle; sound similar to connecting-rod or piston wrist-pin bearing knock, but does not increase in severity or frequency as engine speed changes. Simultaneous significant variation in engine idle speed (+/- 200 rpm @ 1,000 rpm idle), and rough transition to cruising speed. Dealership "found" that the internal plate of the plastic intake manifold had come loose and was shifting to produce sound. Dealership speculates that the engine intake manifold developed air / vacuum leaks, compromising engine idle. Owner deduces that dealer was familiar with similar vehicle problems effecting other Windstars. At minimum, the "knock" could trigger expensive- and unnecessary engine repairs. At worst, the intake manifold malfunction could cause loss-of-power or engine inability to operate, triggering accident. A likely side-effect will be the reduction in engine operating efficiency / increase in fuel consumption, and compromises in engine emissions performance. Situation bears similarities to Ford TSB Sep 01, 2001 NHTSA item number: 625749: "make : Ford model : Windstar year : 2001 manufacturer : Ford motor company service bulletin num : 15213 date of bulletin: Sep 01, 2001 NHTSA item number: 625749 component: engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline summary: some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise that sounds like a connecting-rod knock or lifter noise. ".

After the check engine light came on, we had the codes read. P0171 and p0174. Running lean on right side and left side. Research shows many others on message boards all around the web with the same problem at the same average mileage (50,000). Dealers want over $600 to fix the issue. With so many users experiencing this design flaw, why isn't there a recall?.

Vehicle's back end swayed left and right, making it difficult to maintain control. The cause was undetermined. The consumer stated that the rear control arm broke while driving. The bolt was replaced and a rattling noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The lower rear tight side bolt was no good. The conusmer stated that the engine light was on. Tests found vacuum leaking from the intake manifold. Lower and upper intake manifold gaskets were replaced. Idle speed control was replaced. The brakes squeaked . When taking off from a stop light the vehicle idles high.

1) there were 2 major problems with our Ford Windstar 2001 which we bought brand new from our dealer. The first problem: we thought there was a lot of smoke coming out of exhaust. It looked like it was burning oil. Took it in to the dealer the first time and they replaced a seal. We took a trip and took it back to the dealer and they said there was coolant leaking into the intake manifold and we would need a new engine. We ended up spending about $3500 on the car. The second problem was related to the abs brain failed and we would need to replace it and that would be about $1200. It was at this point, we decided we would not pursue that repair as that would mean we would have put in about 5k into our car within a year. 3) Ford went in "half" with us on the engine replacement. I do not recall the exact date for the first failure. The second failure was approximately January 2005.

While driving at low speed and turning, the vehicle stalled with out any warning. Also has problem with the steering wheel and the turn signal working intermittently. The dealer replaced the upper intake manifold gasket and the idle air control valve, however the vehicle stalled again and the dealer replaced idle air control valve again. The power steering fluid was low.

The consumer noticed oil was leaking from the vehicle. The mechanic informed the consumer that the oil was leaking from the intake manifold. Please provide more information.

The tail pipe sticks out very far and has very sharp points on it. Son punctured his left knee on one of the points. It dug into his knee and left a gapping hole which needed stitches. Tail pipe sticks out too far and the end should be even all around.

Both sliding doors did not close fully. The doors would shut and pop back open even when locked. The mechanic replaced several components but only provided a temporary fix. The failure still exist. At 50,000 the intake manifold was replaced twice within a year because it contained a leak.