Side/window Air Bag problems of the 2003 Ford Windstar

Five problems related to side/window air bag have been reported for the 2003 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Windstar based on all problems reported for the 2003 Windstar.

1 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/16/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph, the driver's side window air bags deployed without any impact to the vehicle and the seat belts locked. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer, who stated that the failure was due to faulty wiring. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were approximately 50,000.

2 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/11/2010

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. While driving 45 mph, the driver side air bag deployed suddenly. The contact injured her neck as a result. The contact called the dealer who stated that they would contact the manufacturer. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that the problem had to be legally handled. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.

3 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/12/2010

I was driving my 2003 Ford Windstar limited on smooth roadway at about 50 mph when the driverside side airbag deployed for no reason. No injuries except for a rug burn on my left shoulder. Dealer advised that the computer showed a side impact collision but there was no collision. I was told the cost is $1500 for repair out of my pocket. Come on Ford.

4 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 10/13/2008

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. While driving approximately 35-40 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and the side air bag on the passenger side deployed inadvertently. The passenger sustained minor injuries and the seat was damaged. The dealer advised her to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer has not yet been notified. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 135,000.

5 Side/window Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2006

While driving on smooth highway at 35 mph max, the right side airbag deployed and the button on the door post that operates the passenger side sliding door shot out. The vehicle had collided with nothing; nobody in the vehicle felt a bump. There was no visible evidence of collision found by the insurance adjuster, the Ford repair facility, or by an expert third party. Only the shop's computer showed the reason for deployment as "collision. " so the insurance adjuster listed "collisionã‚쳜 as the cause in his report. Result: we pay the deductible, our insurance rate increases, and our driving profile now includes an accident that didn't happen. There was no collision or accident. Two passengers were visibly bruised, one requiring medical attention as she was hit by the above mentioned button. Repair, which will cost approx $800, has not been done pending our trying to settle the cause and insurance issues. The repair facility has the parts on hand and a check from the insurer.


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