Ford Recall 575,000 Windstar Minivans Due To Rear Axle Problems

-ADI News

09/02/2010 - Ford Motor is recalling 575,000 Windstar Minivans, from the 1998-2003 model years, due to rear axel corrosion.

The recall follows up on a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation that was opened earlier this spring. NHTSA said the “corrosion can weaken the real axel, 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.” Fortunately, no fatalities or injuries have been reported due to the issue, hoverer, NHTSA received two accidents and 234 complaints.

Dearborn, Michigan-based automaker is recalling vehicles in these states: 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.

The automaker company announced that those with the affected vehicles to bring their vehicles to local Ford dealers for inspections and repairs, if necessary. Ford will either repair the axle or replace it, and the company will provide a car rental for customers whose vehicles are being repaired.

If you or a loved one have been injured or suffered property loss due to a recalled Ford Windstar you may be entitled to compensation. Contact the Ford Recall Lawyers of Ennis & Ennis, P.A. today for a free case evaluation. Fill out the free case evaluation form on this page or call us toll-free at: 1.800.856.6405.