1996 Ford Windstar

9 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 1996 Ford Windstar

Official recalls have been issued for the 1996 Ford Windstar by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL: Speed Control Deactivation Switch/Overheats

    A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 13, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    4,500,000

  2. RECALL: Ford/Brake Lines

    Leakage of brake fluid will result in brake light activation. Extended stopping distance could also result, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 04, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    250,283

  4. RECALL: Ford/Front Coil Springs

    Some tires have deflated due to contact with a broken spring. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 12, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    948,492

  5. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 108/Daytime Running Lights

    The light given off from the daytime running lights is brighter than allowed by U.S. standards. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 19, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    20,637

  6. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 135/Warning Statement

    Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 14, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    789,723

  7. RECALL: Ford/Hoods

    This condition can result in total separation of the outer hood panel. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 20, 1997
    Vehicles Affected
    769,000

  8. RECALL: Ford/Auto Transmission

    Unintended and unexpected vehicle movement can result in personal injury and property damage. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 05, 1996
    Vehicles Affected
    40,000

  9. RECALL: Ford/Interior Systems:Seat Tracks And Anchors

    The driver's seat may not properly hold in the event of a vehicle accident resulting in personal injury to the occupant. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 01, 1996
    Vehicles Affected
    200

  10. RECALL: Ford/Power Train: Transmission

    This could result in the park pawl occasionally not engaging when the transmission selector lever is placed in the park position. This could result in the vehicle rolling as if in neutral if the vehicle operator does not apply the parking ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 14, 1996
    Vehicles Affected
    100,000

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