Ford has a recall on Windstar Minivans due to rear axle complaints

Ford is recalling Windstar minivans models from the years: 1998 to 2003.   462,750 Ford Windstar minivans have been recalled due to a rear axle that can fracture over time when exposed to corrosive materials used on roads in cold-weather areas.
 
The corrosion and stress can lead to cracks that can result in a “complete fracture” of the rear axle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. If this happens while the van is driving, it could lead to an automobile accident.
 
10 complaints of completely cracked rear axles are on NHTSA’s complaint website for just the 1998 model year. All were from 2009 or 2010, and a few mentioned mileage of 90,000 miles.
 
Ford will begin the recall on or before Sept. 27, and all service and parts will be covered free of charge if needed.

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