The abs light began coming on intermittently for no known reason; gradually it has been on more. in recent weeks, have also begun having problems with the speed control working only intermittently, and last week the speedometer stopped working incorrectly; the highest speed it registers is 28-29 mph, even though i know i'm going faster. the windshield wipers now suddenly work only on low or, if turned up to the highest possible setting, they go half speed. two weeks ago a brake set up for no known reason, to the point that i smelled 'burning.' i stopped to investigate when traffic allowed and could see nothing wrong. i drove to a hospital where son was working and he investigated and found the frozen-up brake. he was able to eventually get it freed up. a vehicle that once was a very dependable workhorse has suddenly become erratic and downright scary. *tr
The abs light comes on at different times, different speeds, and different weather conditions, although wet conditions and bumpy roads seem to guaranteed it comes on. *tr
As i was driving down the highway, cruise control set to 60mph. my cruise shut off, my abs and traction control lights came on. if you shut the vehicle off and let it cool down, it will stay off for a while, but usually comes on within a few moments of beginning to drive. and the brakes will work, but i will not have abs or traction control at all. *tr
My 2000 ford windstar van has frequent and intermittent problems with the abs light coming on and eventually going off; the cruise control not working sometimes even after it was repaired by the dealer; and the gauges in the instrument panel (including the speedometer) erratically malfunctioning. i have been told that these are common problems with ford windstar and may be subject to recalls. (even though the mileage is high, i replaced the transmission and engine with a brand new transmission and a brand new engine in 2006 and 2007, respectively. only less than 50,000 miles on the vehicle since 2006.) *tr
Abs warning light randomly illuminates and extinguishes. this behavior is more frequent in cold weather. *tr
Abs light on intermittently. instrument panel gauges erratic sometimes. cruise control not functional at times. *tr
Abs light comes on intermittently, not sure if they work after this. i have had it to the repair shop repeatedly to have the brakes and sensors inspected. this vehicle also leaks from the speed control module, instrument cluster dies, air conditioning fails due to control module shorts, fuses blow, suspension and rot issues. *tr
During a trip on the highway at approx. 70 mph the abs light came on and stays on as long as vehicle is being driven until its restarted again and cycle continues. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. the contact sated that the anti-lock brakes would constantly activate. in addition, when the engine was turned on the lights would illuminate. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 128,000.
Abs light came on while driving. no problem detected. light comes on after driving for awhile and the engine gets up to normal operating temp. mechanics tell me the abs module is bad. i have two windstars and this happens on both. ford definitely has a problem with the abs module! *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford windstar. the contact stated that the abs brake warning light constantly illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnose that the abs sensor needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 147,000.
Abs light comes on after traveling a short distance, every time the vehicle is driven. *tr
Abs light is illuminated. dealer performed recall 09s09 and replaced leaking switch. recall did not fix abs light staying on. light being on is intermittent and continues to this day. ford wants to replace numerous parts at considerable cost stating that this is not covered under any warranty. *tr
Abs light is on. *tr
Abs light is on intermittent..../ /other warning lights and sensors also go on and off alot ! / /also a/c and suspension have similar issues to previous recalls..../ /mileage now july 2012 - is approx 73,400/ *tr
The abs (yellow) light started coming on intermittently and the code c1185 is detected. after several months the light stopped being intermitent and is now on constantly. the van now has 185k miles and a perminate yellow light on the dashboard. *tr
Abs light on dash intermittently stays on and disables abs brakes. *tr
Abs light came on. abs system not functioning. *tr
The abs light comes on and stays on for some time. it may turn off on it's own. it may turn off the next time the vehicle is started. this has been happening for about seven years. *tr
The abs light goes off and stay on until shutting off the engine. it is very intermittent, on winter time rarely goes off, summer time is on most of the times, it looks like the problem is more persistent with the heat. brakes work well i don't see any difference. *tr
The abs brake light comes on and off all of the time. when i have it serviced, the dealer says not to worry about it, so i don't. but the light is continuously on now and due for inspection. the module that controls the abs system cost over $900.00 for the part and then labor. about $1300.00 for the job. i have a chevy s-10 pick-up truck that has the same problem except the dealer says it trash in the system. seems that the american made auto manufacturers would offer something for these problems when the l defective items are installed in a auto. is there any actions i can take or the dealers to correct these defective manufacturer problems. *js
Beginning in 2002 the abs light appeared & after several trips to ford and napa mechanics, diagnosis was never determined. then the recall of 2009 to replace the malfunctioned part occurred on 12/9/2009 - the very next day (dec 10, 2009) the abs light again appeared. i contacted the dealership where the recall work was done and they told me to bring the van back and they would 'diagnose' the problem for $120. may 2012 we replaced the affected abs part with our own finances because the ford dealership told us that the affected part was no longer under recall and was not their problem. it solved the abs light from coming on for about a week. to this date the light comes on. we purchased this vehicle based on the reports that it was an excellent family vehicle for safety. i would consider braking an important feature, too. please have ford resolve this matter immediately and not just ignore the matter. i have less than 85,000 miles on the van so it is not due to overuse or neglect. and the vehicle has never been driven in snowy conditions, is parked in a garage when not in use and all maintenance is kept current. please get this issue resolved correctly. thank you for your consideration in this matter. *tr
Abs light came on went to mechanic who replaced a sensor didn't fix the problem, the light has been on ever since. *tr