engine problem
9.0
really awfulTypical Repair Cost:
$400.00
Average Mileage:
100,000 miles
Number of complaints:
2 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (2 reports)
Helpful Websites About 1998 Ford Windstar engine light comes on
2004Dec 28
(reported on)Windstar
- 80,000 miles
This is not the first time I had this problem with the windstar. I would have to ask for a print out from the dealer to give the exact dates and costs. I have been given reasons from a module problem to a switch and bulb problem. The last time this was fixed (about 3 or 4 months ago) I had to take it to the dealer twice because the light came on right after it was "fixed". The excuse to my best recollection for the replay was that "the diagnostic (which cost about $80) can't catch everything" so that's why this other problem existed and it wasn't found the first time. Oh and am I not paying also for their so called expert technician service?? It seems to me that there should be no charge for causing a customer to return again FOR THE SAME PROBLEM and what a lame excuse!!!! One time (about 2 years ago) this "engine light" problems cost me about $650-700!!! My mood changes immediately when that light comes on because I know my money will roll out of my pocket in the hundreds!!! I am totally furious with Ford about this, because on 12/24/04 that engine light came on again!! Now what's it going to cost to fix it? I know one thing, I will not buy another Ford product!!!
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
2007Nov 21
Windstar
this light has been coming of and off for three years. each time 300-400 to have it come on again with a different reason. this last time the car did not pass smog again because of light. had BAR help pay for the problem #3 #4 misfire. the mechanic billed the bar government help 480.00 to basic change the spark plugs. two days later the light is back on. took car back to him. this time he says it says that a router (not sure if thats the right word) is sticking occasionally which will turn the light on again. and would gladly take 80 for reevaluation and then 200-300 to fix this supposedly new problem. needless to say i did not have the money. the light goes on and off daily. but runs ok. only when the light flashes does the engine seem to loose power, then kicks back in. does anyone know if this is something i need to get fixed, and did this mechanic just take me and the government for a ride.
2u4me
Ventura, CA, USA
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