1999 FORD WINDSTAR Recalls — Canada & USA

The 1999 Ford Windstar has 15 recalls, the most serious being a rear axle that can crack and fracture from corrosion over time, causing a sudden loss of vehicle control. This axle issue was the subject of multiple repair attempts, and some vehicles that received prior repairs may have had the reinforcement brackets installed incorrectly, meaning the axle can still fracture. A related structural concern involves the front lower control arms, where corrosion can crack the mounting brackets and cause a control arm to separate from the vehicle, also affecting steering. On the rear subframe, a coating applied during manufacturing may be inadequate, leaving the structure vulnerable to corrosion. Note that several of these chassis-related recalls apply only to vehicles registered or originally sold in specific states or territories. On the fire side, the auxiliary rear air conditioning unit can overheat the blower resistor if the motor stalls at a medium-low speed setting, potentially igniting a fire. The wiper motor can also overheat when moisture gets inside the cover, and on certain vehicles built in 2000 an internal switch in the wiper gear case can malfunction and overheat further. The overhead console retaining bracket can crack and let the console drop onto a front seat occupant or distract the driver. Power windows on certain models can remain operable after the ignition is turned off and a front door is opened, which raises a pinching risk, particularly for children.