1996 Ford Windstar GL review from North America
"Designed for job security for the auto industry workers"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Gasket around water pump failed.
Serpentine belt tensioner wheel failed twice.
Wheel bearing on passenger wheel bearing failed.
Battery light comes on and off intermittently.
Frequently misfires after a hot start. Check engine light then flashes and comes on.
Power Steering makes groaning noise when turning to the left. PS fluid level is o.k.
Door closed indicators frequently and intermittently indicate a door is open when it is not.
Passenger door lock solenoid works, but buzzes very loudly when activated.
AC and heater work great! ;-)
General comments?
I am sorry to say I do not have confidence in the vehicle. I like the style and it is fairly comfortable, but I always have this nagging feeling that it's gonna leave me stranded on the highways and by-ways. Guess it's time to start shopping for a Japanese vehicle again. My old 1985 Nissan Pickup had 281,000 miles and the only mechanical part that failed was a fuel pump and a key!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 67000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Stanza |
| Date of Entry | 13th July, 2003 |