1996 Ford Windstar GL review from North America
"Windstar no more"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Both front springs have broken, 2000 miles apart (@ 69000 miles).
Speedometer now wavers after the van kicked into passing gear while it was set in cruise control.
RF electric door lock has been replaced (1)
and needs to be replaced again as well as the rear gate door. Makes a terrible buzz.
Continuous problems with door ajar alarm, dealer replaced one, I've replaced two more, bad switch inside the door.
Bushing for the rear wiper motor corroded so bad the wiper would not move. Drilled a small hole along the wiper shaft and lubed with WD 40.
Right rear brake drum dust shield rusted away, allowing road dirt and water/salt spray to eat up the brake parts.
ABS system, many problems with speed sensors, @ $45.00 a pop Have been replacing them myself.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 71000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Voyager |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2001 |