Recall List for the 1997 Ford Windstar
Official recall notices have been issued for the 1997 Ford Windstar by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions. It's important to note that most recalls won't cost you anything to get fixed, so if your car is affected you should call an authorized Ford service shop immediately!
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1997 Ford Windstar VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL NHTSA Campaign #09V399000
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Actions: 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. Owners may contact Ford at 1-888-222-2751. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V399000 »
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1997 Ford Windstar SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS NHTSA Campaign #01I007000
Summary: This is not a safety recall in accordance with the Safety Act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the Agency. Vehicle description: 1995-1998 Ford Windstar minivans. The front coil springs could potentially fracture due to corrosion. Note: The 1997-1998 Windstar mini vans are also covered by NHTSA safety recall 01V-199/Ford recall 01S19. The mini vans covered by the safety recall were 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, and Wisconsin, and in the District of Columbia.
Consequence: Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Actions: Ford is extending the warranty for front coil spring replacement to a total of 10 years of service from the warranty start date, with unlimited mileage. This coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners at no charge. If either front coil spring fractures during the coverage period noted above, the dealer will replace both springs at no charge to the owner. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01I007000 »
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1997 Ford Windstar SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS NHTSA Campaign #01V199000
Summary: 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, and Wisconsin, and in the District of Columbia. The front coil springs could fracture as a result of corrosion. Depending on the location of the fracture, a broken spring could move past the spring seat and contact a front tire.
Consequence: Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring.
Actions: Dealers will install protective shields around the front coil springs. Owner notification began September 6, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01V199000 »
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1997 Ford Windstar EXTERIOR LIGHTING NHTSA Campaign #00V168000
Summary: Vehicle description: Mini vans, light pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles. Off lease Canadian vehicles equipped with daytime running lights which meet Canadian requirements and not the photometric requirements of FMVSS 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." According to Ford, the vehicles were imported into the U. S. erroneously.
Consequence: The light given off from the daytime running lights is brighter than allowed by U. S. standards.
Actions: Dealers will be advised to deactivate the running light function and to complete any outstanding safety recalls on these vehicles. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #00V168000 »
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1997 Ford Windstar SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER NHTSA Campaign #99V147000
Summary: Vehicle description: Minivans. The brake fluid master cylinder is recessed and oriented in the engine compartment so that the brake fluid warning statement embossed on both the top of the filler cap and the side of the reservoir body are not entirely visible by direct view. These vehicles may not fully comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 135, "Passenger Car Brake Systems."
Consequence:
Actions: Owners will be provided with new labels and installation instructions. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #99V147000 »
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1997 Ford Windstar POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NHTSA Campaign #97V097000
Summary: Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles equipped with ax4S automatic transaxles. The low/intermediate servo cover can separate from the transaxle while the vehicle is being driven. If this occurs, transmission fluid will leak contacting the catalytic converter.
Consequence: The catalytic converter temperature may be hot enough to ignite the transmission fluid and cause a vehicle fire.
Actions: Dealers will inspect the transmission and replace these servo covers. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #97V097000 »