Brake Disc Problems of Ford Windstar

Consumer called complaining about front brake problems. The brakes squeaked for a long time until they were replaced. Also, front coil spring problems. Consumer started vehicle and a terrible noise came from the front of the vehicle. She stopped, and had vehicle towed to the dealer. Dealer did an alignment, and told consumer that front coils needed to be replaced.

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When braking vehicle jolts and vibrates. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information.

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Right front brake pad burnt off, rotor damaged. Upon inspection at dealer, three front brake pads were intected and operational, but thinned from normal wear and tear. The fourth, right front outside pad, was completely gone and the outside rotor sustan heavy damage. I was told by the service rep that it was normal to wear more one side than the other, however all three intact pads were very similar in wear. I was also told that Ford designed its pad to last only 15,000 to 20,000 miles and then they were suppose to burn off, without any srcatch gaurd warning. According to the rep, damage to the rotor is normal and expected. The entire situation is obsurd. I explained that because of the uneven wear of the pads, that I believe there was a problem with the brake piston. I was then informed that only shops such as sear, walmart, and others feed customers that line so they can replace the part for more money. He stated that nothing can go wrong with the piston and that it was a myth.

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Right front brake worn out, damaging rotor, requiring replacement. Left front brake worn out, but rotor salvageable. No audible indication up to failure warning of worn pads. Looks like brakes should have lasted longer also. Vehicle not driven on highway or heavy traffic.

Both front disk brakes were gone; rotors had to be replaced.

The brake lining, sliders, rotors & 2 calipers had to be replaced due to grinding, metal to metal, & excessive wear. Brakes not holding like they should. Had same problem 1 1/2 years ago. Took vehicle to mechanic for repairs.

Ongoing probelm with excessive wear of brake pads /rotors on the left front wheel. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Front disc brakes wore prematurely.

Experiencing excessive wear of the brake pads/calipers and rotors. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer has replaced parts on a number of occasions. Sproblem still occurs. Please provide any further details.

Front brake rotors: due to rotors warping, they have been replaced 3 times since I purchased the vehicle. All have been covered under original warranty. Now, my warranty has expired, and therefore, I am stuck with any future problems. Passenger side sliding door: rust was found on inside bottom of door. It was temporarily fixed; dealer is waiting for Ford to approve new door to be installed (under original warranty).

Consumer noticed left front brakes grab without depressing brakes and while traveling at any speed.

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The brakes make a loud sound like a rolling drum when you try to stop. It shakes, rattles and makes a loud dragging like noise until the car stops. Now you have to press the brakes all the way down in order to just slow the van down. Also sometimes when you try to accelerate the van will start to move backwards when it's in drive. Then with a hard kick which sort of feels like someone is rear ending you, the van will go forward. The brakes are so bad at this point that sometimes the emergency brake is needed just to stop the van.

Ongoing problem with excessive vibration from front end during braking. Local dealer , bayview Ford Lincoln-Mercury in daphne al unable to resolve.

Brake pads are being chewed off because of the brake rotors. The dealer has cut the rotors, and problem still exists.

Vehicle's front disc brakes have premature wear and tear at 12,000. The brakes had to be replaced. Dealer stated that other Windstars have the same problem.