Frame And Members Problems of Ford Windstar - part 2

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited a loud pop from the front passenger side while the vehicle was parked. The contact noticed that the spring had fractured yet the plate in which the spring was attached was still in place. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields) and contacted the manufacturer. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle would need a diagnostic performed before determining if the failure was related to the recall and if the repairs would be covered. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired because the front driver side spring failed. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

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My son-in-law and daughter we driving on hwy 421 at 50 mph. The van started shaking and they smelled rubber and heard grinding. He pulled over and the back tires were pushed in and the right back tire lost its lug nuts and tire was falling off. They removed the children from the car. It scared them to death! my son-in-law started walking to a gas station. My daughter looked under the van and saw the axle was snapped in half. A nice tow truck man stopped to help. He said, this van is on recall do you know what an axel is. . She said yes. . . . He looked under there and told her it was for sure snapped in half! I can't believe the Ford Windstar is doing this! it is very upsetting. It was towed to hersh Ford in michigan city, indiana and were given a rental and told it could take over 4 months. How am I going to fit a family of 6 into a Ford focus??.

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2001 Ford Windstar limited. Subframe and frame needs repair due to salt corrosion in ohio. There should be a recall to repair these items as Ford CO. Should have used salt resistant materials to take care of this problem. Updated ivoq 03/17/11.

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While driving at low speed, a loud bang was heard and all steering control was lost.

We recently had our 2000 Ford Windstar into the dealer for a subframe recall. The dealer found a crack in the passenger side subframe mount but stated it was under 3mm so it was not considered unsafe. They deamed it safe to drive and put me back on the road in it, my childrens lives are at risk, they refuse to buy it back or give me a loaner and stated I had to wait untilt he parts come in to fix it. Please help us Ford is screwing over all of us, I have three children and I am so scared to drive it!!!.

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The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar le. The contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the right front sub-frame separated and fractured the engine cradle. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed off road. The contact was uninjured and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the right sub-frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure and current mileage was approximately 127,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the sub frame did not exhibit any signs of the failure listed in the recall. The vehicle was released to the contact and the contact was advised that the vehicle was safe to drive although a crack was discovered on a stress point of the frame. The dealer stated that the crack found on the contacts frame was not included in the recall. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was informed that they would have to take the dealers word and would not provide any further assistance. The contact was concerned with the safety of driving the vehicle with the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 94,540.

Broken subframe on 2001 Ford Windstar.

I went to the service station for recall they first told me my car was'nt abled to be fixed then they tell me it is able to be fix I have to be I little sckeptical when there flip flop like especially when my family life at stake.

Ford Windstar recall, front subframe lower control arm rear attaching flange and body mounts could separate from the subframe in high corrosion area. Ford claims restitution of vehicles considered unsafe to buy back vehicle at 150% of the kelley blue book private sale excellent rate. For my sel Windstar the private sale excellent rate is $4275. 150% of the value of my car is $6412. 50. Ford is offering a non-negotiable buyback of $4253. Less than the kelly blue book value of my vehicle. Ford should honor the national traffic and motot vehicle safety act, title 49 u. S. C section 13120 claiiming as such (premium offer of 150% of an average kelley blue book for model and trim level at private party, excellent condition and 12,000 miles per year. My vehicle is a 2000 Ford Windstar sel with only 125,000 miles, which is less than 12,000 per year. My complaint is that Ford is not honoring this nrmvs act and taking advantage of consumers.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact took the vehicle in for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact stated that the vehicle sat idle on the dealers lot for approximately three months before the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be repaired due to excessive corrosion of the front part of the sub frame. The contact was advised to have the sub frame repaired before recall repairs could be performed. The contact stated that the front and rear of the sub frame was one whole part and if the front was replaced, the entire frame would have to be replaced. The frame was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was also repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v399000 (vehicle speed control) and as a result, the entire cruise control system became inoperable after recall repairs. The contact was concerned with the potential of the vehicle catching fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 74,000.

My 2000 Ford Windstar did not pass safety recall 11s16 thay called me to tell me it was grounded. Then they proceeded to tell me I cannot rent a vehicle because I donot have a credit card. Although I offered them my debit card which they said was not good enough. I live in n. H. Where insurance is not required. So I do not have insurance but I am not required to since iam over 21 years of age and have a good driving record. I also have lived at my address for 9 years with the same phone number. So it comes down to my car is unsafe to drive but if I want a car to get places I need to since, iam hanicapped also on a fixed income. They told me I would have to sign a waiver stating my car was unsafe to drive to get it back. They are putting me in a situation that I have no other choice but to drive my car. Or otherwise I have no car to get anywhere. They did not try to work with me at all regarding my safety driving Fords unsafe vehicle. Also I was called at the end of the day to tell me all this when I dropped my car off at 7:30 a. M. Now it looks like im not going to be able to get to any doctor appointments or grocery stores etc. Etc. My life is on hold with Ford. :( this is a very disturbing situation they have put me in. Also I would like to ask why they are sending recall letters out before they even have the parts when they arnt going to help you with another vehcile in the meantime? just to let you know I will sign there stupid wavier cause they have given me no other choice!!! to make it perfectly clear not by my choice. So I pray god will be watching over me!! thank-you.

Saftey recalls concerns: 09v399000, 10v38500, 11v030000. Recall on # 10v385000 was repaired but still having a problem with the repair have taken bak three times they couldnt find anything, but there is still a problem it makes a popping noise when vehicle shifts. Recall on #11v030000 was not reparied, took in for inspection to Ford they said as long as I was in alabama I nothing to be concern about, the recall notice stated if the vehicle passed inspection the dealer is authorized to complete reinforcment, my vehicle passed inspection but no repair was made. Recall on 09v399000 I have talk with them several times they informed me there was no recall for this vehicle for that recall .

Today I was driving my 2001 Ford Windstar from yonkers NY to white plains NY when the rear axle cracked. It was a clear, dry day. This axle had cracked before - in August 2010, prior to the recall being issued. At that time, as there was no repair being offered by Ford, I had the axle welded. Welding the axle was a 'fix' reported by other Windstar owners so I was not too bothered. Until today I had no problems with the rear axle. The new crack is approximately an inch from where the first one had been. The van had to be towed to my usual mechanic. I am trying to find out if Ford has the part to fix this. My mechanic called but said they they did not have a replacement. I am not sure what I can do now - this really leaves me in a bad spot as I use my car daily. Others I know who have this same vehicle and trying to have the recalled part taken care of have been having problems because of lack of parts and/or problems getting appointments.

Disturbing sounds from right side front end of my 2001 form Windstar. Steering wheel became off center. Problem diagnosed as subframe corrosion.

I took my van in for recalls. They supposedly fixed the axle however I think they just put stuff on it and didn't even check it. Then they found some other stuff they wanted to fix like the tie rod links. I didn't let them fix it but I took it to someone else and they found a serious crack and corrosion on my front frame. It is about to break!! they didn't tell me about this. Almost everything under my van has corrosion and if the axle is faulty because of that why isn't the other stuff under recall. Is Ford waiting for me or someone else get killed and then take care of it or is my life not important to them?.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The contact was driving 30 mph when there was an abnormal noise coming from under the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front passenger sub frame was fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was advised that he would have to speak with the manufacturer to determine how to repair the vehicle. The contact was awaiting a response from the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 65,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired, by an authorized dealer, for the recall associated with NHTSA campaigj id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The contact was also informed that the subframe was severely corroded and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not been repaired for the subframe failure. The manufacturer was contacted, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 242,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id numbers: 10v385000 (suspension: rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) and 11v030000 (structure: frame and members: underbody shields). The contact stated that the manufacturer and dealer were not properly inspecting or handling the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. The current mileage was 200,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Ford 3f2z-5c145-CA frame asy on my 2000 Ford winstar is rusted to the point I can put my finger through it. Not part of any recall but it is used to hold up the motor. Photo available if you wish to see.

My wife's 2001 Ford Windstar has had a persistant clunk in the front passenger side. While doing some work on the vehicle this evening I discovered severe rust on the rear body mount of the front subframe. The area to the rear of the bushing is corroded through and cracked. I have good digital pictures and will provide them to you if you desire. This problem has been described repeatedly by many Windstar owners. Frankly, I find Ford's claim that this doesn't present "an unreasonable risk" infuriating. I am calling on you to recall this vehicle before someone gets killed.

Fleet owned 1999 Ford Windstar. Vehicle has been located in the chicago area since new. Complaint was that the exhaust was loud and looked to be hanging low. The exhaust flange on the flex-pipe section rusted thin and broke off from the y-pipe. I then noticed that the passenger side rear of the subframe was completely rusted out and the subframe was hanging down about 1. 5" from where it is supposed to be. The exhaust y-pipe flange is much lower than it should normally be, which tells me that the engine/trans assembly is leaning towards the rear of the vehicle. The drivers side rear mount of the subframe is cracked where it meets the body. Also noted that on the passenger side subframe where the engine mount attaches and the subframe rear crossmember meet, the subframe is almost completely rusted through. I can foresee this problem eventually causing the axles to remove themselves from the trans, wire harnesses getting damaged, lower control arms becoming detatched from the subframe, exhaust damage, steering rack damage, wheel alignment issues, etc. The only repair that I can see making this vehicle safe to drive again would be subframe replacement.

During oil change a visual inspection of surrounding areas revealed a fracture of right rear subframe mount. #1 long term a/c use, #2 rusting of right subframe at rear mount causing fracture of subframe,#3 subframe on order. Van has been in florida since sold new in 2003.

1/23/11 while driving to baptism van all of a sudden started to clunk in the right front suspension. While driving home clunking kept happening on right hand turns. Got home, jacked up van, pulled passenger front tire, found excessive rust and sway bar completely broken from subframe. Also noticed front a arm excessive rust not safe to drive. Vehicle will be parked and only 10 years old. Don't know what to do next???? wife and kids are not safe to drive in. Van is super clean and well maintained and no rust elsewhere. Now what do we do??? ? please help!!!!.

While driving at 30 mph the passenger side engine cradle broke. Signs of severe rust in the area. Vehicle not repaired as of yet. This is a bad problem and it is a good thing I was not driving on the highway.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 11v030000 (structure: frame and members:underbody shields). The contact had the vehicle repaired under the recall. However, the contact stated that the sub frame was severely damaged and unsafe. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the sub frame needed to be replaced and that the contact would have to pay for the repairs. The manufacturer was notified and they confirmed that the contact would be responsible for the repairs. The failure mileage was 147,000.

This complaint is related to your NHTSA action # ea10007 January 12, 2011, my wife was driving our Ford Windstar on hwy 155 north of saint germain, WI. Without warning the front end right wheel dislodged and the car swerved violently all over the highway. Luckily, no other cars were near. The roadside ditches where the failure occurred are more than 12' deep, so there could also have been injuries and or damage if she had not reacted as quickly and forcibly as she did. She was able to wrestle the car onto the shoulder and call for help. Upon towing to the nearest Ford dealership, it has been determined that the undercarriage failed, the front right axle dislodged from the transmission, and various other damage can also have occurred. Updated ivoq 02/16/11.

The right lower control arm pulled loose from the subframe crossmember due to excessive rust. The leadup to the inceident was completely unexpected. The control arm pulled loose at 70 mph and caused the Windstar to veer back and forth using 4 lanes of traffic to come to a stop. Lucky for me was that there was no traffic in my imediate area and no other cars were involved.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, he noticed that the vehicle would drive abnormally rough and that the engine and transmission warning light was illuminated. He then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the front passenger side sub frame was fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

My 2001 Windstar failed the yearly state saftey inspection because of frame rotting at the passenger side rear frame mount. I trust my mechanic and he strongly suggested that I do not drive this car ! he would not put a sticker on the car. His estimate for repair was over $2000 .

While driving on a local road at approximately 35 mph, my 2001 Ford Windstar broke down and was immobile. After being towed and inspected by a repair service, the cause was determined to be the front subframe. The front passenger side tire was facing right while all others were forward facing. This easily could have resulted in serious injury or a crash if other vehicles had been near or had the vehicle been traveling at higher speed.

Brought my 2003 Ford Windstar in to my local Ford dealership because it failed state safety inspection as the abs light was on. Ford took the vehicle and inspected it based upon a recall on the rear axle and said that it failed. They provided me with a rental. The next day, I called the dealership and asked them to check the abs right away anyway as if they were able to repair the axle issue soon, I would still not be able to drive the vehicle off their lot as it wasn't safe. At the time, the service manager agreed. I waited for a call back and received none. A month later, I placed another call and was told that there was going to be another recall for the front subframe and that Ford was going to buyback vehicles that were already in with both issues so I should wait for the recall to become officially in progress. I waited another couple of weeks and when I heard nothing, I called back and inquired about the status. I was told that virtually no cars were failing the inspection for the front subframe, so I would have to wait until an axle was available for me to get my van back. I have still not heard the cost to repair my abs issue, so my question is, am I going to hear anything about this before they repair my axle, as I am going to be past the 60 days that I am allowed to repair the abs issue before massachusetts has the right to revoke my registration for not re-inspecting my vehicle. I am going to call my insurance company tomorrow to find out what I should be doing next, but in the meantime, I am left unknowing what is going to happen. As it stands, I will not have a safe vehicle to drive once they repair the axle as they are unwilling to do any work on the vehicle until they repair the axle.

I would like to report a reoccurring problem that I have had with my Ford Windstar 2 years ago while pulling out of a parking space the front right control arm pulled free from the sub-frame on my Windstar. Fortunately no one was hurt. I had the sub-frame replaced with another used frame by a local mechanic. Last Friday I took the van to the local Ford dealer to take care of the most recent recall on the rear axles. The dealership called me at home and told me the front sub-frame was severely rotted and the right control arm was barley holding on to the frame. They deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive. I have pulled the vehicle from the road until I can get it fixed. I feel fortunate that it did not break at highway speed with my wife and three kids in the van.

I took the winstar to have the two recalls repaired and when the basil Ford service department was done with that they informed me that my van was undriveable because the right front sub frame was cracked. They said it would cost $1600. To repair it. With all the rust on the doors and door sill I find it rediculous to spend that amount when the rust would bring down the value of the van to almost nothing. This is the fifth Ford I have had and you would think I would have learned about the rust factor. Getting back to the sub frame I phoned the number listed on the Ford web page but after about five phone calls I decided to call the corporate office. I was directed to a voice mail. . . Gave my information and was told we would hear from them in so many business days. It didn't happen. Then we recieved a form to fill out about how well we thought our phone inquiry went. We had a letter about the axel recall and this web site is listed so I thought it was time.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle pulled to the right and the check engine light illuminated. The dealer stated that the frame on the front driver side was severely rusted beyond repair. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.