Rear Suspension Axle Problems of Ford Windstar - part 1

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently came to a complete stop. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the rear wheels were crooked and rubbing against the inner fender well. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then later to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear axle was fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

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The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, he heard the rear driver’s side tire rubbing against the axle and then saw smoke coming from the tire. No warning light was illuminated. The contact then stated that the rear driver's side axle had fractured and was on the ground. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.

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The contact owns a 2003 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that while driving at 20 mph, there was a loud noise heard then the vehicle collapsed. The contact steered the steering wheel to move the vehicle off the road and heard metal screeching coming from the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed that the rear axle had fractured into two parts. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. The failure mileage was 158,000.

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The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact stated while driving 25 mph, there was a loud abnormal sound coming from the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle with black smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact parked in a parking lot and saw that the rear passenger’s side tire was leaning towards the inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to her residence and then the dealer. The contact stated that the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a fractured rear axle that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 15v608000 (suspension) in April of 2011. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.

2001 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to recalls the consumer stated he received a postcard in the mail advising him to see his local dealer regarding two recalls. However, when he arrived at the dealer, they informed him the recalls had already been done. The consumer stated the problems are present in his vehicle.

2001 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to defective front end the consumer stated two recalls were issued and for the past year, he has been unsuccessful at getting his vehicle inspected. The consumer was informed by several dealers, they were not performing any recalls.

The rear axle twisted so bad that it destroyed my right rear brakes. The new drum will not go on it is so badly twisted. The consumer also stated there is rust under the vehicle. Updated portable 08/30/11.

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2000 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to a recall notice for a faulty rear axle the dealer informed the consumer the axle was in need of repair due to deterioration. The consumer then received a call from the dealer stating a buy back offer of $2,400 was being offered. The consumer turned down the offer and decided to have the vehicle repaired. The consumer was informed the repairs would not be complete until Feb 2011. While the vehicle was still at the dealer, the consumer received another recall regarding the subframe lower control arm. The vehicle was inspected and it was determined the vehicle met the requirement for the repair. The consumer then received a second buy back offer from Ford and decided to take the offer. The consumer stated he received the run-around regarding the buy back offer and in the end, the buy back offer had expired and the dealer repaired the vehicle.

2002 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to numerous recalls for vehicle, the last involving the subframe snapping and separating from the body causing loss of control the consumer also stated the rear axle snapped in half.

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1999 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle repairs and discontent with dealer the consumer stated the rear axle broke while his wife was driving.

1998 Ford Windstar gl. Consumer writes in regards to being unsuccessful in reaching a fair and equitable settlement on his claim for the damage as per recall to the automobile the consumer stated the settlement Ford offered of $2000 was unacceptable as the vehicle is a handicapped accessible van, with handicap equipment.

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2000 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall and safe driving conditions the consumer received another recall in the mail. Upon inspection, it was determined the vehicle was not safe to drive. Ford offered to buy the vehicle back from the consumer. The consumer stated the 6,218 he was offered as a buy back was unreasonably low. The formula used for valuation was for a car driven 12,000 miles per year. The consumers vehicle was driven less than 5,000 miles per year. The consumer believed the value of the vehicle was 10,000. Updated 05/04/11 updated 06/02/11.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Windstar. The contact noticed that the right rear wheel was sinking into the wheel well. The contact lifted the vehicle and saw that the rear axle was cracked. The contact tried to weld the axle together and was informed that there was a recall on the rear axle. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). The failure mileage and current mileage was 201,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that after receiving her recall notice in regards to NHTSA campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly) she contacted the dealer and they stated that she not be able to schedule an appointment since the part would not be available until March. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2000 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes in regards to the recall on the vehicle is a rear axle fracture due to corrosion build up the dealer inspected the vehicle and determined there was a crack in the rear axle. The consumer stated the dealer has not made any repairs as the part(s) were not available. The consumer has been without her vehicle since November 5, 2010. The consumer was given a time frame of March 21, 2011 for the repair.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that after receiving notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly), the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The dealer advised that the vehicle failed inspection of the recall and no repairs were performed due to the lack of rust and corrosion. The contact then took the vehicle to a local mechanic for replacement of the shocks and steering rack. The mechanic advised that the frame was severely rusted and he was unable to perform the repairs. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they advised the contact that they were unable to perform any type of repairs as it pertained to the recall because the vehicle failed the recall inspection. The vehicle was left with the dealer for four months but was never repaired. The failure mileage was 241,000. Updated 07/28/lj updated 08/01/11.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. While driving approximately 40 mph she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the median. She stated that she lost control of the vehicle without receiving any warning lights. When the vehicle crashed into the median in a vertical position on a highway another vehicle crashed into her vehicle. The front end of the other vehicle was damaged. There were no injuries. A police report was not filed. The contact stated that her vehicle was towed to her residence. The tow truck driver advised her that her rear axle was cracked in half. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was waiting for her insurance company to inspect the vehicle. She contacted the manufacturer and was advised that her vehicle was part of recall 10v385000, suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly but the contact stated that she did not receive a recall letter. The vehicle was purchased used in 2002. The approximate failure and current mileages were 109,000.

2000 Ford Windstar. Consumer states broken/cracked axle the consumer stated the dealer has had his vehicle since October 2010 and nothing has been done to repair/fix the problem.

1999 Ford Windstar. Consumer states recall failure the consumer stated the rear axle failed.

2002 Ford Windstar. Consumer states recall inspection was done and paint was removed from large area's of rear axle for inspection. Axle has rusted heavily in the three months since inspection. Ford motor company customer service has refused to respond to letters sent.

2001 Ford Windstar. Consumer states that she received a recall for the vehicle and was told the parts weren't available. She states the vehicle has been sitting at the dealer while she is paying for insurance and can't drive it. Axle recall # 10v385000.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that he took his vehicle into the dealer for NHTSA recall 10v385000, suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly and the mechanic advised him that the corrosion of the front sub frame was much worse than the recall. He also heard a popping noise previously and asked the mechanic to determine the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 116,000. Updated 12/14/2011 updated 02/23/jb.

The contact owns 1999 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that NHTSA recall 10v385000, suspension rear axle non-powered axle assembly should include the state of nebraska. The contact had not experienced any failures at this time; however, he was concerned since nebraska also had snow and salt on the roads which could eventually crack the axle. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Windstar. When the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a rear axle inspection for recall 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly), the dealer detected that the front undercarriage was completely rusted and would result in the detachment of the engine. The technician informed that the failure was beyond repair and recommended that the vehicle not be driven due to a potential safety hazard. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000. Updated 02/23/11 updated 03/09/11.

1998 Ford Windstar. Consumer states problems with rear axle the consumer stated her husband was in the process of exiting a garage, when suddenly the rear axle completely broke in half. He then discovered the axle was defective due to it being severely corroded in the middle. The consumer has since received a recall notice and is now requesting reimbursement. The consumer is only seeking reimbursement for the part, because the repair was done by a non-Ford repair facility. Updated 02/10/jb.

1998 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes to follow up to an inspection for the rear axle recall the dealer informed the consumer that her vehicle did not have a broken axle. The consumer inquired as to whether or not a sealant or protective coating should have been applied to prevent the axle from failing in the future.

1999 Ford Windstar. Consumer states he was involved in a crash which he believes was due to a fracture in the rear axle the consumer stated the front end collision resulted in a great deal of damage to his vehicle. After inspection of the vehicle, it was discovered the rear axle of the vehicle was fractured which caused him to lose control of the vehicle and crash.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. While having the rear axle repaired under a recall 10v385000, suspension rear axle, non-powered axle assembly; the dealer informed the contact that the front sub-frame on the vehicle was covered with rust and corroded to the point that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact stated that they did not experience any problems prior to taking the vehicle in to have the rear axle recall repair performed. The failure and current mileages were 126246.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Windstar. While in the parking lot the contact noticed that the rear axle was fractured. The contact stated that he was having the same problem as recall 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 180,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that vehicle was taken to the dealer on November 1, 2010 for recall repair 10v385000 suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly; while the dealer examined the rear axle they noticed that the front axle was also corroded around the motor and transmission area. The manufacturer stated that they would not assist with the front suspension failure. The vehicle wasn't repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 139,000. Updated 12/14/2011 the consumer is still waiting on the rear axle to be repaired. Updated 05/04/11.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. While driving approximately 35 mph, the rear axle suddenly detached from the vehicle without warning. Several hours prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the rear end of the vehicle swayed back and forth. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer and repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 10v385000 (suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly). In 2010, the rear axle was repaired under a manufacturer's voluntary recall. After the most recent recall remedy repair was performed, the rear end of the vehicle would sway back and forth whenever the vehicle was in operation. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was unavailable. Updated 03/05/lj.

1998 Ford Windstar. Consumer writes regarding notice of defect.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Windstar. The vehicle was included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v385000 (suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer; however, approximately four months later the vehicle was still in possession of the authorized dealer awaiting repairs. The contact was told that the repair parts were unavailable. The failure and current mileage was 126,000.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Windstar. The contact received a recall notification under NHTSA campaign id number 10v385000(suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly). The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that the part was on a massive back order and would not be available for three months. The manufacturer provided a loaner vehicle during the repair; however, the owner was responsible for the sales tax. The contact was displeased about the extensive time period for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 94,794. Updated 01/20/11 updated 04/15/jb.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Windstar. The contact stated that after receiving a recall letter for recall 10v385000 (: rear: axle: nonpowered axle assembly), he called three local dealers all who did have parts to perform the repair. The dealer would not inspect the vehicle as stated in the recall notice. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. Updated 01/12/lj.