Ford Recall 00V-020: Visibility – glass, side/rear

Affected: 2000 Ford Windstar. Filed with NHTSA on January 31, 2000, covering about 1,475 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: Mini vans. These vehicles May have been built with incorrect urethane, resulting in an adhesive bond rather than the intended molecular bond for the front windshield and rear liftgate glass.

The risk

If the bond deteriorates, it could provide less than the intended level of glass retention in the event of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the windshield and liftgate glass.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign00V-020 (00V020000)
Manufacturer number00S01
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentVisibility › Glass, side/rear
Report dateJanuary 31, 2000
Owners notifiedMarch 24, 2000
Vehicles affected1,475
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 00V-020 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the windshield and liftgate glass.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,475 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.