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Ford Windstar repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Ford Windstar electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Ford Windstar 4dr Minivan, ext.

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

77000 mi

US $164
Replaced Alternator 
96000 mi Replaced previously rebuilt alternator with newly rebuilt alternator 
46500 mi Car stalls at low speeds 
98000 mi

US $85
Alternator went out while driving. Burned out diode. 
102000 mi

US $100
Replaced power window motors both front doors and power lock in passenger door. 
184000 mi

US $70
The motor that actuactes the hot or cold door for heat or cool air choices (blend door actuator). 
185000 mi

US $71
The driver door electric window worked a tiny bit when i got it. Waited until warm to replace the regulator. 
218000 mi Battery occasionally dies when car is not run for 2-3 days. No accessories or lights are on. Been happening for about 2 years. Something funky going on with electrical system. Never were able to track it down. 
67200 mi

US $900
Driver electric door lock no longer working. Heater blend door actuator failed. 

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1998 Ford Windstar

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

84940 mi

$250
Starter replaced, but failed again 

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Ford Windstar Electrical Problems

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