Five problems related to side/rear glass have been reported for the 1999 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The passenger side rear window shattered into pieces, without impact.
Consumer was backing up while going 5mph. Then, vehicle back ended, hitting an "l" shape pole. Tailgate window shaterred. Tailgate was hit right below the window when it shattered. Manufacturer didn't refer consumer to dealer.
While traveling 35 mph heard a loud bang. Rear passenger's side glass on cargo door had shattered. Corners of window were broken off. Window was still intact. Contacted dealership, and informed by mechanic that problem was normal.
While the van was parked in the driveway, rear window on the passenger's side just blew out for no apparent reason. The problem was reported to the dealership. Window will be replaced under owner's insurance. Owner concerned about a possible defect in the glass.
While driving the back window shattered twice, felt like an explosion. When this happened, glass fell into passenger's compartment where the children were in.