1995 Ford Windstar Suspension Problems

“Overdrive light starts flashing and does not go into gears as it should. Also have recently had to replace struts--broke as I was driving along. Had to replace rear axle already and have been told my year of Windstar was not included in recall.”

“1)my van was pulling to the right and the tires were worn. 2) I took my 1995 Ford Windstar to firestone to have new tires put on and an alignment done. They installed the tires and told me they could not do the alignment because the sway bar was broken in two. They also stated it was bad craftsmanship because the bar is a hollow metal tube instead of a solid piece. They also said I needed both inner tie rod ends replaced because the lack of control from the sway bar put stress on them and damaged them. …”

“We were driving our 1995 Ford Windstar when the right front coil spring broke and slashed the inside of the tire which caused it to deflate immediately to the rim. We were lucky to be able to stop and avoid an accident and no one was hurt. We pulled the tire off and put on the donut . The coil spring was broke and jutting out like a knife. We took the vehicle to our auto mechanic who replaced the broken coil spring as well as the other one (since it was rusted and compressed). …”

“I own a 1995 Ford Windstar the paint is blistering off in huge pieces. Ford says it is not their problem , paint should not peal from a car like this it is blistering off in sheets . I have read that Ford is paying for painting only if the customers are really loud about complaints. I have also read that many complaints have already been sent here. This automobile has been a nightmare with defects and recalls. Anyone in the automotive business laughs when they here what kind of car I own. …”

“1995 Windstar purchased new on july 14, 1994, I am the original owner. The vehicle has approximately 100930 miles on it. The tires have less than 600 miles on them. Have had all maintenance on the vehicle done at the dealership where purchased. Also, have had all recalls that I was made aware of fixed at this dealership. Driver's side spring fractured, puncturing tire with a hole approximately 4 long by 1 high as it was being backed out of the driveway. The vehicle is currently at the dealership where purchased to be repaired. …”