1998 Chevrolet Venture vs 1998 Ford Windstar
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 409 | 1,433 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 236 |
| Investigations | 7 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 54 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 65 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 95,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Ford Windstar |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 17 | 332 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 111 | 196 |
| Suspension | 8 | 229 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 177 |
| Steering | 36 | 143 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 111 |
| Structure | 30 | 81 |
| Wheels | 2 | 83 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 132 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 80 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 49 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 23 |
1998 Chevrolet Venture
1998 Ford Windstar
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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.