Is the Ford Windstar Reliable?
1995–2003 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ford Windstar Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 8 | 1052 | 14 | — | 51 | Fair |
| 2002 | 8 | 998 | 19 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2001 | 15 | 1224 | 42 | 1 | 39 | Poor |
| 2000 | 13 | 1179 | 51 | 3 | 23 | Poor |
| 1999 | 9 | 1042 | 17 | 1 | 43 | Poor |
| 1998 | 7 | 1132 | 72 | 2 | 34 | Poor |
| 1997 | 3 | 131 | 2 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 1996 | 4 | 955 | 35 | 1 | 51 | Fair |
| 1995 | 4 | 2722 | 90 | 2 | 37 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Windstar Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Windstar scores 26 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Ford Windstar Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 10435 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Windstar reliable?+
The Ford Windstar scores 45/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 71 recall campaigns and 10435 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Windstar is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2003 Windstar achieved the highest reliability score of 51/100 with 8 recalls and 1052 complaints.
How many miles does a Windstar last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford Windstar owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Windstar will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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