1995 Ford Windstar vs 1995 Mercury Villager
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1995 Ford Windstar | 1995 Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 3,326 | 367 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 176 | 121 |
| Investigations | 8 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 137 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 50 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 100,000 mi | 93,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Windstar | Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1,610 | 95 |
| Power Train | 875 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 484 | 44 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 138 | 72 |
| Electrical System | 168 | 9 |
| Suspension | 145 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 116 | 10 |
| Visibility | 104 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 211 | 0 |
| Stalling | 129 | 10 |
| Brake problems | 82 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 81 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 69 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 60 | 5 |
| Shifting problems | 56 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 41 | 0 |
1995 Ford Windstar
1995 Mercury Villager
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.