1996 Ford Windstar review from North America
"Head gasket horror"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Head gasket problem destroyed the engine at 117,900.
General comments?
We have just put in a rebuilt engine due to a head gasket problem.
Get with it Ford, you have a problem with 96's as well, extend the warranty!!!
We have a bill of $3500, for a re-built engine. We have been happy with this van until this happened, would we buy another?? Perhaps if Ford will stand up and face the music.
We have been contacting Ford regularly, they acknowledge there are problems and say if the warranty is extended our bill will be reimbursed. If you have experienced problems, please contact them, maybe together we can make something happen for 96 owners (contact www.ford.ca).
One of the little guys, who's in need of help!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 49000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 117900 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Aerostar |
| Date of Entry | 31st March, 2001 |