1995 Ford Windstar Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 1995 Ford Windstar. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Vehicle speed controlCovers: Ford Windstar 1995–2003, E-150 1992–2003, E-350 1992–2003 +12 more
Reported issue: 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 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Possible consequence: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
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 connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 27, 2009…
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Ford Windstar 1995–1996
Reported issue: 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 hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. During assembly, some brake lines were installed in a twisted position, causing contact…
Possible consequence: Leakage of brake fluid will result in brake light activation. Extended stopping distance could also result, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 nylon coated brake line and secured using three retaining clips to assure clearance from the insulator. Owner…
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Ford Windstar 1995
Reported issue: Vehicle description: minivans which were originally sold or currently registered in the following hot weather states: alabama, arizona, arkansas, california (10 southern counties), florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada (clark county only), oklahoma, south carolina and texas, can develop cracks in the fuel tank in the forward strap area of the standard 20 gallon tank due to a combination of…
Possible consequence: These cracks could result in fuel leakage if they propagate through the wall of the tank.
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 is the result of a crack in the fuel tank, the tank will be replaced in addition to the installation of a spacer and longer…
- Structure › Body › HoodCovers: Ford Windstar 1995–1996, Mustang 1994–1996
Reported issue: 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 hood. Air forced between the inner and outer panels can produce enough pressure to force the outer panel upward.
Possible consequence: This condition can result in total separation of the outer hood panel.
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 separation, additional adhesive will be applied between the inner and outer hood panels.
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhoodCovers: Ford Windstar 1995
Reported issue: The wiring harness insulation can abrade on a brace that runs from the instrument panel to the cowl.
Possible consequence: This condition can result in an electrical short and possibly a vehicle fire.
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.
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulatorCovers: Ford Windstar 1995
Reported issue: The alternator output wire was not connected tightly to the power distribution box.
Possible consequence: This can result in overheating of the connection and a possible vehicle fire.
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, replaced.
NHTSA investigations
- EA08021Engine compartment firesClosed · Sep 17, 2008
- PE08035Engine compartment firesClosed · May 13, 2008
- RQ04003Hydraulic brake line failureClosed · May 27, 2004
- RQ02011Fuel tank fatigue crackingClosed · Aug 29, 2002
- EA00027Suspension coil spring breakageClosed · Dec 8, 2000
- PE00024Suspension coil spring breakageClosed · Jun 23, 2000
- EA99020Fuel tank cracksClosed · Jul 26, 1999
- PE99025Fuel tank cracksClosed · Apr 15, 1999
- PE98056Rear axle trailing armClosed · Oct 28, 1998
- DP98004Automatic transmission failureClosed · May 18, 1998
- EA96026Brake pedal fade/extended stop distanceClosed · Oct 31, 1996
- PE96042Brake pedal fade/extended stoppingClosed · Jun 13, 1996
← All problems reported for the 1995 Ford Windstar
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.