1998 Ford Windstar review from North America
"Very poor engineering and I will not be buying another ford"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to replace power steering lines. both pressure and return.
Replaced serpentine belt at 28000 and also idler pulley.
Replaced transmission at 89000 and still leaks.
Replaced torsion bar gromitts at 96000.
Replaced struts and bearing plates at 98000.
General comments?
Should not have had to replace return line on power steering pump.
Serpentine belt and pulley should have lasted at least 40000.
Ford knew about tranny problems and never addressed the problem. bad business as far as I am concerned.
The van has serious front end problems.
Very dangerous steering.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | LE Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile 98 |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2005 |