Ford Windstar owners have reported 477 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (158 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering rack and pinion (76 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The rear axle on my vehicle snapped while I was driving causing me to lose control and leave the roadway. I contacted Ford who told me there was a recall for the rear axle of my vehicle and that I would have no out of pocket expenses for the repairs and the towing of the vehicle to the service Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. While driving various speeds, there was a noise underneath the vehicle. In addition, the steering wheel became loose and the contact had to steer the vehicle in excess to keep it in position. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. While attempting to turn into the driveway, the contact heard a clunking noise and a snap. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who stated that the subframe fractured and the tie rod snapped. The vehicle was not drivable. Read details...
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Windstar. While driving at 45 mph the power steering failed. The front spring failed and punctured the front passenger tire. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the side of the road. Read details...
After employing the standard issued Ford Windstar scissors jack and raising the lr subframe at the designated jack point to change a flat tire, the subframe started to snap and buckle. The van then started to lower in height without operating the jack. The van lowered in height approximately 1-2 in. Read details...