1999 Ford Windstar vs 1999 Honda Odyssey
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 | 1999 Ford Windstar | 1999 Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,522 | 518 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 325 | 280 |
| Investigations | 8 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 50 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 62 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 105,000 mi | 100,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Windstar | Honda Odyssey |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 278 | 170 |
| Structure | 276 | 77 |
| Electrical System | 209 | 110 |
| Suspension | 208 | 10 |
| Steering | 184 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 129 | 35 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 130 | 17 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 35 | 78 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 184 | 0 |
| Stalling | 73 | 59 |
| Clunking / rattling | 45 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 43 | 42 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 23 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 16 | 12 |
1999 Ford Windstar
1999 Honda Odyssey
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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.