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Ford Windstar

1995–1999 only

1,002 classified complaints 6 recalls

1995–1999 Ford Windstar models have 1,002 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 6 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion, typically surfacing around 116,900 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 1995–1999 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Ford Windstar report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

1995–1999

2000–2004

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 1995–1999 only

Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion · Suspension 238 complaints

Median onset: 116,900 miles.

More common in older model years.

Rear differential and axle · Drivetrain 224 complaints

Median onset: 133,083 miles. 0.9% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Typical repair: $1,350–$2,550 nationally.

ABS module and wheel speed sensors · Brakes 171 complaints

Median onset: 120,000 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $660–$1,260 nationally.

Body control and other modules · Electrical 77 complaints

Median onset: 102,000 miles.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 35 complaints

Median onset: 152,515 miles. 2.9% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 24 complaints

Median onset: 123,300 miles.

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Automatic transmission internals · Transmission 24 complaints

Median onset: 125,000 miles.

Typical repair: $2,910–$5,410 nationally.

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Coil and leaf springs · Suspension 22 complaints

Median onset: 142,000 miles.

More common in older model years.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 1995–1999 model years. See the full Ford Windstar report for every year and full specs/safety data.