1996 Ford Windstar vs 1996 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 1996 Ford Windstar | 1996 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,386 | 89 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 28 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 60 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 45 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 16–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 86,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Windstar | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 470 | 24 |
| Power Train | 322 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 218 | 16 |
| Suspension | 111 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 83 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 82 | 1 |
| Steering | 50 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 46 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 53 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 52 | 0 |
| Stalling | 37 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 31 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 23 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 0 |
1996 Ford Windstar
1996 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.