1995-1998 Ford Windstar: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1995-1998 Ford Windstar directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
1995 in certain hot-weather states:
Cracks can develop in standard 20-gallon fuel tank.
1995:
Improperly tightened alternator-output wire may result in overheating and possible fire.
1995:
Some passenger airbags may not inflate properly; also, igniter end cap can separate, releasing hot gases.
1995:
Wiring-harness insulation can abrade on a brace between instrument panel and cowl, resulting in short-circuit and possible fire.
1995-96:
Tearing of bond between inner and outer hood panels during minor front-end collisions can result in gap at leading edge of hood; could lead to total separation of outer hood panel.
1996:
Due to improperly torqued fasteners, driver's seat on a few minivans may not hold properly in an accident.
1996:
Park-pawl abutment bracket has sharp edge, which can cause pawl to hang up and not engage gear; vehicle can move even though indicator shows Park.
1996-98:
Brake master cylinder on certain vehicles is oriented so warning statements are not entirely visible by direct view.
1996-98:
Certain off-lease vehicles, Canadian in origin but sold in the U.S., have daytime running lights that do not meet U.S. specifications.
1997:
Servo cover can separate, causing transmission fluid to leak and contact catalytic converter; could result in fire.
1997-98:
Front coil springs could fracture as a result of corrosion. Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
1998:
Damaged bearings on a few minivans can increase steering effort.
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