Ford Windstar Reliability Problems

Windstar owners have made 1,995 complaints over 9 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 38th in overall reliability out of 42 Ford models, with real transmission and drivetrain concerns.

The Most Common Windstar Problem

A list of some of the most common issues Windstar owners have to deal with.

  2. What Are We Missing?

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What Windstar Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

Full Lists on CarComplaints.com

Windstar Generations

The Windstar has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 2nd generation (1999–2003).

Windstar Key Numbers

  1. 1,995 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  2. 707 service bulletins

    Documenting the process of troubleshooting common problems.

  3. 38 recall campaigns

    Time-sensitive, free repairs for widespread safety problems.

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