2002 Ford Windstar Recalls

What To Do If Your Windstar Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 2002 Windstar take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2002 Windstar Recalls

• STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS Recall for 2002 Ford Windstar

  • Recall Announced JANUARY 26 2011
  • NHTSA Reference #11V030000
  • Number Affected 425,288

  Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. A separation of a front lower control arm rear attaching bracket may result in a lower control arm separation. A separation of both front subframe rear body mounts may result in separation of the steering intermediate shaft.

  Consequence: This could result in reduced steering control increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect both front lower control arm rear attaching brackets, and both body mount attachments at the rear of the front subframe, and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before February 21, 2011. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #11V030000 »

• SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY Recall for 2002 Ford Windstar

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 26 2010
  • NHTSA Reference #10V385000
  • Number Affected 492,650

  Summary: Ford is recalling certain model year 1998-2003 Windstar vehicles manufactured from September 1, 1997 through February 28, 2003 and currently registered or originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. After many years of vehicle service in these areas, corrosion can weaken the rear axle, making it susceptible to torsional stress. Corrosion and stress can lead to cracks which if undetected can propagate and result in a complete fracture of the axle.

  Consequence: A fractured axle can affect vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: As parts become available, dealers will inspect and if necessary install the rear axle reinforcement brackets free of charge. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on October 20, 2010. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #10V385000 »

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 2002 Ford Windstar

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 13 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V399000
  • Number Affected 4,500,000

  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.

  Fix: 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 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 2002 Ford Windstar

  • Recall Announced JUNE 13 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E056000
  • Number Affected 58,640

  Summary: Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, P/N F65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.

  Consequence: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  Fix: Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E056000 »

• SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY Recall for 2002 Ford Windstar

  • Recall Announced NOVEMBER 06 2003
  • NHTSA Reference #03V459000
  • Number Affected 257,119

  Summary: Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System." During testing, a third row bench floor-to-seat latch released before the strength requirement was met. Identical latches are used in the second row of seats.

  Consequence: If the latches on th4E second or third row seats of the vehicle release in a crash, the potential for occupant injury is increased.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the seat-to-floor latches on the second and third row of seats. Owner notification began on November 21, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V459000 »