Ford Windstar recalls and problems
19 recalls and 6,250 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
19
Complaints
6,250
Crashes reported
206
Fires reported
194
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Ford Windstar by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Windstar | 0 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Windstar | 8 | 1,510 | 33 | 27 | 35 | 1 |
| 2002 Windstar | 8 | 1,353 | 45 | 48 | 53 | 1 |
| 2001 Windstar | 15 | 1,687 | 66 | 62 | 62 | 1 |
| 2000 Windstar | 15 | 1,675 | 62 | 55 | 61 | 3 |
Most reported Ford Windstar problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1,332 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1,148 | |
| Electrical System | 1,006 | |
| Service Brakes | 847 | |
| Power Train | 760 | |
| Structure | 752 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 504 | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 256 | |
| Steering | 220 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 211 |
All Ford Windstar recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V-608 | Sep 29, 2015 | 2000–2003 | Suspension | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured September 2, 1997, to July 3, 2003. |
| 12V-194 | May 3, 2012 | 2000–2003 | Suspension | Ford is recalling certain model year 1999-2003 windstar vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the state of virginia. |
| 12V-195 | May 3, 2012 | 2000–2003 | Suspension | Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 windstar vehicles manufactured from september 1, 1997, through july 3, 2003, registered in puerto rico. |
| 12V-193 | May 3, 2012 | 2000–2003 | Power Train | 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. |
| 11V-030 | Jan 26, 2011 | 2000–2003 | Structure | 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… |
| 10V-385 | Aug 26, 2010 | 2000–2003 | Suspension | 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… |
| 09V-399 | Oct 13, 2009 | 2000–2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | 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… |
| 03V-459 | Nov 6, 2003 | 2001–2003 | Seats | Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 02V-072 | Mar 11, 2002 | 2000–2001 | Trailer Hitches | In some minivans, water and other contaminants (Dirt, salt, etc.) can enter into the right rear passenger compartment due to a missing body sealer. |
| 01V-262 | Aug 15, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Equipment | Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with auxiliary rear air-conditioning. |
| 01V-261 | Aug 15, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Visibility | Vehicle description: mini vans. |
| 01V-227 | Jul 16, 2001 | 2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and minivans. |
| 01V-207 | Jun 22, 2001 | 2000–2001 | Vehicle Speed Control | Vehicle description: minivans equipped with an adjustable pedal option. |
| 00V-412 | Dec 6, 2000 | 2001 | Air Bags | Vehicle description: minivans and passenger vehicles. |
| 00V-351 | Oct 30, 2000 | 2000 | Electrical System | Vehicle description: minivans built with instrument clusters without the message center, fail to comply with the requirements of standard no. |
| 00V-270 | Sep 13, 2000 | 2001 | Air Bags | Certain passenger vehicles, limousines, and mini vans were built with a newly designed restraint control module (Rcm). |
| 00V-228 | Aug 18, 2000 | 2000 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. |
| 00V-164 | Jun 19, 2000 | 2000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Vehicle description: mini vans. |
| 00V-020 | Jan 31, 2000 | 2000 | Visibility | Vehicle description: mini vans. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Ford Windstar?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Ford Windstar has the most reports (1,687). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Ford Windstar have?
NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls covering Ford Windstar model years 2000–2003.
What are the most common Ford Windstar problems?
Owners report suspension, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system problems most often.