2003 FORD WINDSTAR Recalls (9)

Campaign:
03V459000 on 11/05/2003
Component:
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Manufactured:
03/06/2001 - 11/04/2002
Affected:
257,119
Defect:
Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage system." during testing, a third row bench floor-to-seat latch released before the strength requirement was met. identical latches are used in the second row of seats.
Consequence:
If the latches on th4e second or third row seats of the vehicle release in a crash, the potential for occupant injury is increased.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the seat-to-floor latches on the second and third row of seats. owner notification began on november 21, 2003. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 03c05.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E056000 on 06/22/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
58,640
Defect:
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Consequence:
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09V399000 on 10/12/2009
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
06/15/1995 - 10/23/2002
Affected:
4,500,000
Defect:
Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence:
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the abs control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
10V385000 on 08/25/2010
Component:
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Manufactured:
08/31/2007 - 07/02/2003
Affected:
492,650
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997 through february 28, 2003 and currently registered or originally sold in connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. after many years of vehicle service in these areas, corrosion can weaken the rear axle, making it susceptible to torsional stress. corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which if undetected can propagate and result in a complete fracture of the axle.
Consequence:
A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
As parts become available, dealers will inspect and if necessary install the rear axle reinforcement brackets free of charge. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 20, 2010. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's recall no. is 10s13.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
11V030000 on 01/25/2011
Component:
Structure: frame and members:underbody shields
Affected:
425,288
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 1999-2003 windstar vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, utah, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. a separation of a front lower control arm rear attaching bracket may result in a lower control arm separation. a separation of both front subframe rear body mounts may result in separation of the steering intermediate shaft.
Consequence:
This could result in reduced steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect both front lower control arm rear attaching brackets, and both body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe, and make the necessary repairs free of charge. if repairs cannot be made to a vehicle, ford will offer to repurchase the vehicle. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 21, 2011. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's safety recall no. 11s16.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12V193000 on 05/02/2012
Component:
Power train:axle assembly
Manufactured:
08/31/1997 - 07/02/2003
Affected:
27,000
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, and currently registered or originally sold in virginia. over time, corrosion can weaken the rear axle making it susceptible to torsional stress. corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which, if undetected, can increase and result in a complete fracture of the axle.
Consequence:
A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install rear axle reinforcement brackets, or replace the axles, as necessary. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on june 19, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 10s13.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
12V194000 on 05/02/2012
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm
Affected:
23,000
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 1999-2003 windstar vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the state of virginia. corrosion-related fractures of the front lower control arm rear attaching brackets and body mount attachments may occur.
Consequence:
A separation of a front lower control arm rear attaching bracket may result in a lower control arm separation. a separation of both front subframe rear body mounts may result in separation of the steering intermediate shaft. either condition could result in significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect both front lower control arm rear attaching brackets and both body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe and make the necessary repairs free of charge. the recall began on june 18, 2012. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 11s16.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
12V195000 on 05/02/2012
Component:
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Affected:
9,192
Defect:
Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, registered in puerto rico. due to increased stresses caused by high cycles of torsional loading, specific to this market, the rear axle can crack.
Consequence:
A fractured axle may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a reinforcement bracket on the rear axle or replace the axles, as necessary. this service will be provided free of charge. the recall began on june 1, 2012. owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Ford's safety recall campaign number is 12s30.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V608000 on 09/28/2015
Component:
Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Manufactured:
09/01/1997 - 07/02/2003
Affected:
283,413
Defect:
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured september 2, 1997, to july 3, 2003. the affected vehicles were previously remedied to safeguard against the rear axle cracking from corrosion, however, the remedy brackets may have been misinstalled. the incorrect bracket installations may limit the effectiveness of the service repair for nhtsa recalls 10v-385, 12v-193, and 12v-195.
Consequence:
If the brackets were not installed properly, the rear axle may fracture, affecting the vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brackets to verify their proper installation. if a bracket is found to have been misinstalled, the rear axle will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the began on october 21, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15s27.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 FORD WINDSTAR TSBs (66)

Bulletin:
02152
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a popping / grinding noise from the front of the vehicle when going over bumps or making turns. *tt
Bulletin:
02139
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Battery drain service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
16097
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a front seat back frame(s) bending. *tt
Bulletin:
15679
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Sliding door(s) contacting the rear quarter glass. *tt this information updates previous information, dated 03/01/2002. *tt
Bulletin:
0368
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Visible damage to the pad and plunger for the sliding doors. intermittent speaker malfunction. malfunction sliding door power lock. malfunction detent signal on a power sliding door. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
0354
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Air bag warning lamp illuminated with the diagnostic trouble code b2290. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
030504
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) code b2290. *tt *jb
Bulletin:
16611
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Power seat that moves in a arc rather than straight forward or back. *tt
Bulletin:
16919
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Stability assist systems (advancetrac) may not be recalibrated properly using wds. *tt
Bulletin:
16920
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Lean diagnostic trouble codes p0171/p0174 stored. new service isolator bolt assembly released for service. *tt
Bulletin:
16930
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles with export calibration may exhibit a check engine lamp on with a false diagnostic trouble code p0460 (fuel level sensor circuit malfunction). new service level calibration available. *tt
Bulletin:
030707
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Slow to fill fuel tank - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
03123
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter clutch not engaging when commanded and/or diagnostic trouble codes p0741 or p1744 stored in memory. models from 1996 to 2003. *tt
Bulletin:
0398
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt
Bulletin:
03161
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Check engine light on and lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p0171/p0174 (system too lean bank 1 or 2) stored in memory. *tt
Bulletin:
17016
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
Front caliper seepage in extreme cold temperatures. *tt
Bulletin:
17034
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Fuse f2.10 open / trailer lighting inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
17056
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on / no start / erratic shifting. *tt
Bulletin:
03148
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
Bulletin:
16930
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Check engine light on and diagnostic trouble code p0460 - new service level calibration available. *tt
Bulletin:
16987
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Slight amount of fluid residue on the outside of the rear wheel cylinder dust boot on vehicles with rear drum brakes. *tt
Bulletin:
03181
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
17104
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Ticking/tapping noise with the engine warmed up and the transmission in gear at idle. 2003 e150 included. *tt
Bulletin:
17229
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Trailer tow wiring harness incompatibility concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
03203
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
Bulletin:
17250
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Front passenger window motor not working. *tt
Bulletin:
17277
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Beeping sound from the instrument panel when driving at/over 75 mph, traction control off indicator illuminate when vehicle is not equipped with traction control, and/or diagnostic trouble code b2477 (module configuration failure) stored in
Bulletin:
17301
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Passenger window motor not working. *tt
Bulletin:
17525
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Windshield cowl panel grille (leaf screen) breaking at the grille opening. *tt
Bulletin:
02184
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Power sliding door operation and diagnostic service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
17585
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Trailer tow electric brake switch/module connector may be difficult to locate in the vehicle and for certain 1999-2001 vehicles, the location is not clearly identified in the wiring diagram manual. *tt
Bulletin:
16452
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Interior and exterior trim changes. *tt
Bulletin:
030104
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Crease in the headliner above the left a-pillar. *tt
Bulletin:
17358
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Groan/buzz/vibration when the gear selector is in park with the vehicle parked on an incline. *tt this bulletin updates previous bulletin 17358, dated 11/01/2003 to include 2005 models. *tt
Bulletin:
17397
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Front window motors not working. *tt
Bulletin:
03C05
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Replacement of lower seat-to-floor latches on vehicles equipped with 2nd and 3rd row seats. demonstration / delivery hold. compliance recall 03c05. *tt
Bulletin:
0471
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update. *tt
Bulletin:
17744
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Power steering noise. *tt
Bulletin:
03242
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Trailer tow service kit - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
02221
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-gear driven synchronizers-incorrect installation-camshaft position synchronizer (cmp) installation tool correct application. *mj
Bulletin:
16382
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Clunk/squeak from the front stabilizer bar area (qsf). *tt
Bulletin:
16423
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Servicing body side molding or cladding / contact request. *mj
Bulletin:
02176
Component:
032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
Summary:
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Bulletin:
02177
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Cooling system-motorcraft premium gold engine coolant-serivce tips. *mj
Bulletin:
04136
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code b1342 (restraints control module (rcm) fault. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
031501
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
04192
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Spark knock on acceleration - vehicles equipped with 3.8l engine only. *tt
Bulletin:
041514
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
05310
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
Bulletin:
02208
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
Bulletin:
2214
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Roof ditch material cracking. this includes 1997-2003 f-150 and 2002 blackwood models. *eh service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
16274
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Compass displays incorrect direction reading. *tt
Bulletin:
16308
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Various 2003 vehicles equipped with premium cd-6 radios - cd-6 shuffle feature between discs not available. *tt
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
04189
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
042421
Component:
151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:
Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:
04262
Component:
342000 communications:back up alarm
Summary:
False parking aid warnings. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
05145
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
Erratic fluid level reading on transaxle dipstick-leaks-4f50n, ax4n, ax4s transaxle. *sc
Bulletin:
05419
Component:
342000 communications:back up alarm
Summary:
False parking aid warnings. *tt
Bulletin:
0712
Component:
015200 steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Summary:
Power steering hose leak near cooler extreme cold climate areas only -4 degrees and cooler. *kb
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0145
Component:
021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:
Ford: a safety recall has been issued on minivans where lower control arm (lca) of front subframe attaching rear flange or rear body mount can separate due to corrosion. model 1999-2003 windstar. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0146
Component:
022510 suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Summary:
Ford: on some minivans, rear axle will fracture, in high corrosion area, after operating for an extended time period, and vehicle handling ability will be affected. model 1998-2003 windstar. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0167
Component:
022520 suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Summary:
Ford: safety recall concerning rear axle fracturing if vehicle is operated in high corrosion areas for and extended period. model 1998-03 windstar. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0168
Component:
021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:
Ford: safety recall on front subframe lower control arm (lca) rear attaching flange or rear body mount that can separate from subframe if vehicle is operated, for extended period, in high corrosion areas. model 1999-03 windstar.
Bulletin:
CSP-15-N-02
Component:
022520 suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.

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