1995 Ford Windstar Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 105about this part
- Share
- 3%of 3,326 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 101,414miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 105 complaints about the visibility of the 1995 Ford Windstar, 3% of the 3,326 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 101,414 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2003 - door ajar light 2002 - blew head gasket; 2002 - heater core replaced 2001 - ignition coil pack & ignition leads replaced 2001 - front tie rod ends replaced 2000 - refrigerant coolant loss 1998 - EGR valve replaced 1998 - transmission fluid cooler hoses replaced 1997 - blew head gasket, repaired under warranty”
NHTSA complaint #10071294, filed 2004-01, 107,829 miles“The paint is blistering off the hatch and sides in large patches. The airbag light blinks and the power window on the driver side fails to close all the way and struggles to open. The rear vent windows work when they want to .”
NHTSA complaint #10071201, filed 2004-01, 95,000 miles“Engine failed twice due to a faulty head gasket. Also, original automatic transmission failed and was rebuilt. About two years later, transmission failed and the dealer replaced it with a new transmission. Another two years later, the transmission failed again and was rebuilt. The cause of the failures was not determined. The recalled engine blew and the manifold gasket blew. When the consumer contacted Ford they stated they couldn't do anything right now but would notify them later and maybe they could help. Consumer had two windows that didn't go up or down - replaced $412.34. …”
NHTSA complaint #10040795, filed 2003-11, 61,349 miles“Since 1997 we have replaced 4 heater cores, 2 radiators, head gaskets twice, we are facing repairs again only a few weeks after replacing the 3rd heater core. Damage unknown at this time. We wish to sell this minivan, but feel it would be unfair to burden an unsuspecting consumer with this poorly designed vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #710804, filed 1999-09“Transmission went at 70k no help from Ford. Head gasket leaking 120k no assistance or help from Ford. Window motor do not work no help from Ford. Steering problems no one can find a problem, but I keep replacing tire prematurly. I paid for the tramsmission $1500. Now the van is in the shop at sam galloway Ford for a head gasket. The only reason I had it towed into sam galloway is because they said there was a recall on the head gasket and they will take care of it . Covered by the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #717186, filed 2000-01Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 19 | 1% |
| 2002 | 27 | 2% |
| 2001 | 41 | 2% |
| 2000 | 71 | 4% |
| 1999 | 62 | 4% |
| 1998 | 44 | 3% |
| 1997 | 4 | 2% |
| 1996 | 38 | 3% |
| 1995 | 105 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 1995 Ford Windstar
1,610 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
875 complaintsBrakes
505 complaintsElectrical system
168 complaintsFuel system
148 complaintsSuspension
145 complaintsOther or unknown
133 complaintsVehicle speed control
116 complaintsBody and structure
99 complaintsAir bags
92 complaintsSteering
75 complaintsEquipment
43 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Ford Windstar
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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