1999 Ford Windstar vs 2000 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 | 1999 Ford Windstar | 2000 Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,522 | 1,675 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 15 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 325 | 225 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 62 | 55 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17 |
| Median reported mileage | 105,000 mi | 104,712 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Windstar | Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 208 | 356 |
| Power Train | 278 | 271 |
| Structure | 276 | 216 |
| Electrical System | 209 | 222 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 130 | 204 |
| Steering | 184 | 72 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 99 | 138 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 129 | 92 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 184 | 132 |
| Stalling | 73 | 84 |
| Clunking / rattling | 45 | 39 |
| Check engine light | 43 | 28 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 45 |
| Hesitation / surging | 23 | 13 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 16 | 0 |
1999 Ford Windstar
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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.