MYRModel Year Report

1995 Ford Windstar

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1995 Ford Windstar
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
3,328
Recalls
8

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
14

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

54% of complaints

Complaints per year

1985: 5 complaints 1985 1990: 6 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1994: 23 complaints 1995: 3,328 complaints 1995 3,328 1996: 1,386 complaints 1997: 192 complaints 1998: 1,433 complaints 1998 1999: 1,522 complaints 2000: 1,675 complaints 2001: 1,686 complaints 2001 2002: 1,353 complaints 2003: 1,510 complaints 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint
1985: 5 complaints 1985 1990: 6 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 23 complaints 1995: 3,328 complaints 1995 3,328 1996: 1,386 complaints 1997: 192 complaints 1997 1998: 1,433 complaints 1999: 1,522 complaints 1999 2000: 1,675 complaints 2001: 1,686 complaints 2001 2002: 1,353 complaints 2003: 1,510 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2005: 1 complaint 2005
1985: 5 complaints 1985 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1993 1994: 23 complaints 1994 1995: 3,328 complaints 1995 3,328 1996: 1,386 complaints 1996 1997: 192 complaints 1997 1998: 1,433 complaints 1998 1999: 1,522 complaints 1999 2000: 1,675 complaints 2000 2001: 1,686 complaints 2001 2002: 1,353 complaints 2002 2003: 1,510 complaints 2003 2004: 24 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005

1995: 3,328 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19855
19906
19913
19922
199311
199423
19953,328
19961,386
1997192
19981,433
19991,522
20001,675
20011,686
20021,353
20031,510
200424
20051

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

54% · 1,801 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

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The vehicle was park and smoke was coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle caught fire please provide addittional information dealer is.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-12-19

Consumer states that after the vehicle had been park and without warning the engine caught on fire under the hood and totaled the vehicle. Dealer notified.…

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-29

Power train

27% · 901 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

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Service brakes

17% · 573 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

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Electrical system

6% · 191 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and front underhood.

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Show complaint excerpts

Engine compartment fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-15

Suspension

5% · 151 reports

Most commonly citing coil springs and front.

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Safety timeline

8 recalls · 14 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-12-20Electrical system94V223000 The alternator output wire was not connected tightly to the power distribution box.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the connection. Vehicles with visible damage to the plastic power distribution box housing will have the the underhood harness, including the power distribution box…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-12-20Electrical system94V222000 The wiring harness insulation can abrade on a brace that runs from the instrument panel to the cowl.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a shield on the instrument panel to cowl brace, and installation of a piece of convolute wrap material on one of the adjacent harnesses.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1995Complaint volume 3,328 complaints filed for this model year.
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    1995-02-10Air bags95E006002 The passenger side air bag has an inflator body that cracked during forming of the curl that retains the igniter plug in the end of the inflator. Also the igniter end cap can separate from the…

    Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the passenger side air bag module.

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    1996-06-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-10-31 Brake pedal fade/extended stopping
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    1996-10-31Engineering analysisClosed 2000-02-18 Brake pedal fade/extended stop distance
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    1997-03-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-09-30 Outer hood panel detachment
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    1997-09-30Engineering analysisClosed 1997-10-22 Outer hood panel detachment
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    1997-11-10Structure97V180000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini vans. Tearing of the bond between the inner and outer hood panels during minor front end collisions can result in a gap at the leading edge of the…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the hood area for any damage along the leading edge of the hood. If there is any evidence of bond separation, the hood will be replaced. If there is no evidence of bond…

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    1998-05-18Defect petitionClosed 1998-07-02 Automatic transmission failure
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    1998-10-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-02-24 Rear axle trailing arm
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    1999-04-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-07-26 Fuel tank cracks
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    1999-07-26Engineering analysisClosed 1999-12-16 Fuel tank cracks
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    1999-12-22Fuel system, gasoline99V309000 Vehicle description: minivans which were originally sold or currently registered in the following hot weather states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California (10 southern counties), Florida…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a brace assembly at the strap bolt hole location and replace the tank strap with a revised, longer strap. Dealers will also inspect the tanks for leaks. If a leak exists and…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2000-06-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 2000-12-08 Suspension coil spring breakage
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    2000-12-08Engineering analysisClosed 2001-07-31 Suspension coil spring breakage
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    2001-12-10Suspension01I007000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1995-1998 Ford Windstar minivans. The…

    Remedy: Ford is extending the warranty for front coil spring replacement to a total of 10 years of service from the warranty start date, with unlimited mileage. This coverage is automatically transferred…

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    2002-05-10Service brakes, hydraulic02V101000 On certain minivans originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, new…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake line for corrosion and clearance conditions. A brake line that is not corroded will be repositioned. A brake line that is corroded or leaking will be replaced with a…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2002-08-29Recall queryClosed 2003-03-14 Fuel tank fatigue cracking
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    2004-05-27Recall queryClosed 2004-10-07 Hydraulic brake line failure
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    2008-05-13Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-09-17 Engine compartment fires
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    2008-09-17Engineering analysisClosed 2009-10-14 Engine compartment fires
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    2009-10-27Vehicle speed control09V399000 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…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module…

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Ford Windstar — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 1,801 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 901 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 573 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V223000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 94V222000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 95E006002 · Air bags
  • Recall 97V180000 · Structure
  • Recall 99V309000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 01I007000 · Suspension
  • Recall 02V101000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control
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FAQ

Is the 1995 Ford Windstar reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Ford Windstar is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Windstar?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Windstar have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.