1996 Chrysler Town and Country vs 1996 Ford Windstar
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Chrysler Town and Country | 1996 Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 938 | 1,386 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 154 | 177 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 33 | 60 |
| Fire reports | 52 | 45 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 94,000 mi | 86,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Town and Country | Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 162 | 470 |
| Power Train | 147 | 322 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 61 | 218 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 169 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 120 | 83 |
| Air Bags | 124 | 25 |
| Suspension | 38 | 111 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 66 | 82 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 37 |
| Airbag warning light | 74 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 37 | 28 |
| Loss of power | 27 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 25 | 0 |
| Overheating | 13 | 53 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 31 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 23 |
1996 Chrysler Town and Country
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.