NHTSA recall 88V091000
Electrical system › Wiring
Ford Aerostar
Reported Jun 6, 198860,000 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt May 1, 1985 – Mar 1, 1988
The defect
Vehicles equipped with trailer tow package have a trailer taillight relay assembly that contains wires of smaller gauge than the fuse link which protects the circuit.
The risk
Should a short circuit occur in the wiring within therelay or if water intrusion occurs the smaller gauge wire in the relay willfunction as a fuse link and overheat. the possibility exists for a fire if thewires are exposed to combustible materials.
The remedy
Installation of a relay with wires of gauge adequate to protect the circuit.