1990-1997 Ford Aerostar: Recall History

Updated: 11/23/08

1991 Ford Aerostar XL
1997 Ford Aerostar
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1990-1997 Ford Aerostar

  • Price Range:  $600 - $2,200
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.

NHTSA Recall History

1990 registered in specified states: Upper portion of fuel tank can develop cracks due to extended exposure to high ambient temperatures; fuel vapor or leakage could occur.
1990: Inability to maintain pressure in master cylinder could increase brake-pedal travel.
1990: With quad captain's chairs, tilt-forward latch of right-hand seat in second row may release under severe frontal impact.
1990-91: Ignition switch could short-circuit, causing smoke and possible fire.
1990-91: When automatic transmission is in Park position, pawl does not always engage park gear.
1992 w/AWD: Powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure leading to fluid expulsion, driveshaft separation, or loss of vehicle drive.
1992-97 w/AWD: Structural failure of transmission and/or transfer case can occur, resulting in fluid expulsion, driveshaft separation, or loss of drive.
1992-97: During start-up, arcing could potentially cause pitting, which, over time, might create short circuit that leads to overheating and potential fire.
1994-95: Heat generation in wiring harness to fuel pump assembly can cause electrical short; vehicle could experience loss of power and become immobilized, fuel gauge may be erratic, and possible heat damage could lead to fire.
1995: Underbody spare tire can contact brake lines, resulting in fracture of line.
1996: Certification label shows incorrect rear tire inflation pressure.
1996: When in secondary latched position, driver's door may not sustain specified load.
1997 w/3.0-liter engine: Accelerator cable may be kinked during installation, causing the core wires to eventually fray with wire strands breaking one at a time.
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