1997 Ford Expedition vs 1997 Ford Windstar
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Ford Expedition | 1997 Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 853 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 373 | 176 |
| Investigations | 7 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 52 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 74 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 17–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 120,000 mi | 88,890 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 138 | 38 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 89 | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 96 | 24 |
| Power Train | 76 | 43 |
| Steering | 94 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 95 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 79 | 21 |
| Visibility | 44 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 32 | 0 |
| Stalling | 24 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 23 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
1997 Ford Expedition
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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.