Ford Windstar owners have reported 45 problems related to steering tie rod assembly (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Windstar based on all problems reported for the Windstar.
While driving consumer heard a groaning noise. Tie rod ends were cracked. Vehicle will be taken to the dealer for further assessment.
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Was driving vehicle & it would go into a low depression. A boring noise could be heard from the springs. It was an intermitten problem. Took to dealer & mechanic could not locate cause of noise. Did change the bushings & struts. Noise in front end over bumps due to both outer tie rod failure.
Would hear squealing/howling noises coming from the steering area. Steering was inoperative. Would have no control of vehicle. Took it to dealer & informed consumer tie rod ends have worn out excessively due to a lack of lubricant. No grease fittings.
Consumer states vehicle makes unpleasant rubbing, groaning noises when the steering wheel is turned, the dealer informed consumer that the tie rod ends are defective.
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all problems of the 1999 Ford Windstar
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When driving or making a left or right hand turn consumer noticed a clicking noise. Contacted the dealer. Dealer noted that outer tie rods need to be replaced on both sides, driver and passenger.
While braking there was a clanking noise in front end. Took vehicle to Ford, Ford replaced subframe bushings and tie rod ends. Please provide any further information. Ts.
Problems with tie rods on both ends of the vehicle. There was a squeaking noise in the steering wheel to the left and right. The service dealer suggested the problem was possibly wear of the tie rod end. The vehicle was taken to Windstar and the mechanic identified the squeaking tie rod ends and replaced them. The consumer requested compensation for the repair because both tie rod ends squeaking were present within the 3 year 36,000 mile warranty.
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all problems of the 2000 Ford Windstar
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Front right wheel separated because tie rod separated from wheel. Dealer repaired tie rod. 30000 miles later, dealer replaced the tie rods. Earlier has recently inspected vehicle and discovered that the tie rods needed to be replaced again.
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all problems of the 1996 Ford Windstar
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The vehicle had noise in the front end. The dealer indicated that the noise was due to tie rod end failures.
Tie rods are wore out and could break apart while driving. This was not due to normal wear and tear. The rods needed to be replaced.