Worst 2004 Ford Windstar Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Suspension Failures
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Ford Windstar.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | 129,109 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Rear | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Control Arm | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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2004 Ford Windstar — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Ford Windstar reliable?
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Does the 2004 Ford Windstar have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Windstar reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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