1997 Ford Windstar Recalls
Auto manufacturers have been issuing more and more recalls over the past
few years. The regularity of recall notices may be a sign that the 1997
Ford Windstar is or is not as reliable as similar vehicles.
Find out below how many recall notices have
been issued for the 1997 Ford Windstar and research any
that exist. Each official NHTSA 1997 Ford Windstar
recall report, includes details of the problematic component, units affected,
solutions and more.
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| MSRP Range: | $18,415 | Show Me Dealer Pricing |
| Fuel Economy: | 17 city / 25 hwy mpg |
| Transmissions: | 4 Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrains: | Front Wheel Drive |
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1997 Windstar Recalls
JUL 12, 2001 | Recall ID#
73478
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE... More Details
JUL 12, 2001 |
WINDSTAR
| Recall ID#
73478
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
| Recall Date: |
JUL 12, 2001 |
| Model Affected: |
WINDSTAR |
| Potential Units Affected: |
948492 |
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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...
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Consequence:
SOME TIRES HAVE DEFLATED DUE TO CONTACT WITH A BROKEN SPRING.
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Remedy:
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.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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JUN 14, 1999 | Recall ID#
63540
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER IS RECESSED AND ORIENTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT SO THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WARNING... More Details
JUN 14, 1999 |
WINDSTAR
| Recall ID#
63540
| Component: |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 14, 1999 |
| Model Affected: |
WINDSTAR |
| Potential Units Affected: |
789723 |
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Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE BRAKE FLUID MASTER CYLINDER IS RECESSED AND ORIENTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT SO THAT THE BRAKE FLUID WARNING...
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Consequence:
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Remedy:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY 99S17
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JUN 09, 1997 | Recall ID#
53453
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AX4S AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES. THE LOW/INTERMEDIATE SERVO COVER CAN SEPARATE FROM THE TRANSAXLE... More Details
JUN 09, 1997 |
WINDSTAR
| Recall ID#
53453
| Component: |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 09, 1997 |
| Model Affected: |
WINDSTAR |
| Potential Units Affected: |
100000 |
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Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AX4S AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES. THE LOW/INTERMEDIATE SERVO COVER CAN SEPARATE FROM THE TRANSAXLE...
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Consequence:
THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER TEMPERATURE MAY BE HOT ENOUGH TO IGNITE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE THESE SERVO COVERS.
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Notes:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY 97S75
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JUN 18, 2001 | Recall ID#
34338
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND,... More Details
JUN 18, 2001 |
WINDSTAR
| Recall ID#
34338
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 18, 2001 |
| Model Affected: |
WINDSTAR |
| Potential Units Affected: |
198583 |
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Summary:
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND,...
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Consequence:
SOME TIRES HAVE DEFLATED DUE TO CONTACT WITH A BROKEN SPRING.
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Remedy:
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.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY 01S19
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JUN 19, 2000 | Recall ID#
24871
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS, LIGHT PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. OFF LEASE CANADIAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS... More Details
JUN 19, 2000 |
WINDSTAR
| Recall ID#
24871
| Component: |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Recall Date: |
JUN 19, 2000 |
| Model Affected: |
WINDSTAR |
| Potential Units Affected: |
20637 |
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Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS, LIGHT PICKUP TRUCKS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. OFF LEASE CANADIAN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS...
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Consequence:
THE LIGHT GIVEN OFF FROM THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS IS BRIGHTER THAN ALLOWED BY U.S. STANDARDS.
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Remedy:
DEALERS WILL BE ADVISED TO DEACTIVATE THE RUNNING LIGHT FUNCTION AND TO COMPLETE ANY OUTSTANDING SAFETY RECALLS ON THESE VEHICLES.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY 00S14
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