Issue ID | 281162 |
Internal NHTSA # | 880216 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | WINDSTAR |
Model Year | 1995 |
File date | 02/02/01 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADI |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Radiator fluid was bubbling over, coming out tailpipe and smoking. Head gaskets blew out, and engine has to be replaced because of damage. Ford released a warranty extension for head gaskets. There were no prior problem when letter was received. Vehicle was to be only brought in when problem occurred. Also, letter was based on mileage which vehicle had exceeded at the time of problem. Ford was not willing to do anything dealing with letter. Rounded off it will be near $4000 damage, to be repaired. *jb |
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Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | SYLVAN LAKE, MI |
VIN pattern | 2FMDA5144SBXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | Y |
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Drive train type | FWD |
Transmission type | AUTO |
Vehicle speed | 30 |
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