For the 3rd time the head gasket blew. The first was at 56,000; the second at 90,000, and now at 125,000. On searching for used engine to replace mine, I find that most out of Windstar have blown head gasket.

- Rocky Point, NC, USA

The consumer requested an investigation of Ford Motor Company and their lack of recalls on some serious defects.. the vehicle experienced a clunking sound, however the dealer stated the clunking sound was normal and then the transmission failed, the transmission was replaced with another Ford transmission, which failed on a test drive and one other occasion. Coolant leaked into the engine through the intake gasket, which was recalled for the 95 models. The timing chain leaked. There was a recall on the coils in the suspension, which Ford would only replace when they failed. The brake rotors failed at 30000 miles. Scc

- Kent, WA, USA

Intake gasket over passenger front wheel well leaking coolant ABS brake light comes on during warm weather and on bumpy roads

- Delmar, NY, USA

Head gasket failed leading to coolant entering cylinders. Van had just 70,000 miles and this should not have been a problem. Repair at Ford dealership was $1,300. They acknowledged this is a problem with the 1996 Windstar.

- Kentwood, MI, USA

The vehicle overheated, consumer was informed by the dealer that the head cover gasket needed to be replaced. Customer would like to be reimbursed for expenses.

- Mount Prospect, IL, USA

While driving and without warning head gasket/timing chain snapped, causing fluid to leak. Dealer notified. Ts.

- Hurley, NY, USA

The brake system and it's components failed, the ABS light had come on constantly, the transmission burned out, and the engine was contaminated with coolant. The consumer requested a new vehicle or a new engine. Mr scc

- Novato, CA, USA

Engine head gasket blewout, causing blue exhaust to come from tail pipe. This could have caused a fire. Dealer notified. Indicators are that radiator coolant had been leaking into oil causing 02 sensors to fail and be replaced. Dealer advised that entire engine be replaced.

- Springfield, VA, USA

Dealer resealed front timing cover, replaced water pump, and replaced the front engine timing cover gaskets.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

The left outer tie rod was replace. The fuel injector, timing cover gaskets and wiper blades were replaced. The rear brake light was replaced. The switch headlight control was replaced. The drivers door ajar switch was replaced. Updated

- Milwaukee, WI, USA