1992 Ford Aerostar
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1992 Ford Aerostar. Newest first.
Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. these brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2006. owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. (This includes all 1992 AWD aerostars not previously included in safety recall 97v-204/97s83). These vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. the powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
Vehicle description: MINI vans. these vehicles were produced with a higher than specified electrical load through the accessory power feed circuit. the potential for contact between the B2 (battery), A2 (accessory), and P1 (proof) circuits can occur, creating a short circuit, allowing current to flow through the ground wire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can cause over heating and the potential for a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a jumper harness with a relay which will re-route and activate all A2 accessories through the relay.
Equipment description: aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain ford and mazda trucks. cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of braking can result.
Remedy
Aimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation. consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.
Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. these vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. the powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case. fluid explusion, driveshaft separation or…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
Owner complaints
317 complaints29 involved a crash30 involved a fire52 injuries4 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts
Seatbelt dont work. *tr
- Electrical system › Horn · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Latches/locks/linkages · Structure
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford aerostar. upon purchasing the vehicle, the contact stated that the muffler was rusted and cracked. the dealer stated that the vehicle was fine and the fumes would exit out of the rear of the vehicle. the fire department stated that the fumes were entering the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford aerostar. upon purchasing the vehicle, the contact stated that the muffler was rusted and cracked. the dealer stated that the vehicle was fine and the fumes would exit out of the rear of the vehicle. the fire department stated that the fumes were entering the vehicle due to the holes. the dealer stated that they sealed the holes and the vehicle was fine. the midas mechanic stated that the dealer never sealed the holes on the muffler and it needed to be replaced completely. he also stated that the fumes could in fact get inside the passenger compartment. also, the horn has never worked on the vehicle since it was purchased; therefore, the dealer constructed their own horn to correct the failure. the sliding door on the vehicle would not open and the vehicle would not unlock from the passenger compartment. in addition, the rear liftgate fell on the contact's head several times. the failure mileage was unknown.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford aerostar. the contact stated that the cruise controls shuts on and off without warning. several years ago, he witnessed billows of smoke coming from the vehicle. the vehicle has not been inspected or repaired. the speed and powertrain were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 145,681.
- Electrical system › Wiring
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford aerostar. the contact stated that the ground wires are shorting out the brake lights and other wires underneath the dashboard. he also stated that his windows are not working. ford stated that nothing could be done because his vin was not included in the recall.…
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford aerostar. the contact stated that the ground wires are shorting out the brake lights and other wires underneath the dashboard. he also stated that his windows are not working. ford stated that nothing could be done because his vin was not included in the recall. the contact stated that he has been burned by the failed wires. the recall # was unknown. the current mileage IS 171,000 and failure mileage was 150,000.
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle's horizontal and vertical headlight adjusters fractured on 07/04/06. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on 07/05/06 who determined that there was no replacement part available to repair the problem. the tension spring that assists in the proper functioning of the headlight adjusters was no longer available as well. the manufacturer was not alerted. updated 8/1/2006 - *nm
- Power train › Manual transmission
Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was placed in drive, it failed to move forward. the vehicle currently only operates in reverse. the vehicle was seen by a local mechanic who determined the transmission needed to be replaced. the transmission had gone out previously and was replaced by a local mechanic.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Owner was going at approximately 45 mph. Owner applied the brakes and the brakes went to the floor. Owner says that the front right brake hose line popped right off. Causing the vehicle to lose all brake pressure preventing the vehicle from stopping. Provide further details. *nm
- Tires › Tread/belt
Driver's side rear tire experienced a tread separation while driving 60-65 mph, with two adults and one child in a ford aerostar 1992 van. The tire remained inflated. Aftermarket equipment, installed at 136,671 miles, tire size p215/70r14, dot# dbhyc2423000. *ak *nm
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
Seat back bolts sheared for unknown reasons. Bought used. But, no reported of previous accidents. we had noticed some 'looseness' in the seat back. But, attributed it to wear in the latch positioning device. When the last bolt sheared the seat back gave way dropping the driver to a reclining position. *Ak
- Power train
Consumer denied reimbursement for expenses incurred prior to receiving recall. *ph recall IS in regards on power train modification. *la
- Tires › Tread/belt
Mastercraft a/s IV p215/75r14 tire failed on right rear while travelling between 65-70 mph on interstate. Tread separated from tire while tire remained inflated. Tread caused damage to interior of wheel well and exhaust pipe.*ak this was the second incidence on this vehicle for the same brand &…
Mastercraft a/s IV p215/75r14 tire failed on right rear while travelling between 65-70 mph on interstate. Tread separated from tire while tire remained inflated. Tread caused damage to interior of wheel well and exhaust pipe.*ak this was the second incidence on this vehicle for the same brand & model tire as there was a previous failure of the same type several years ago with same model tire. please note that under tires your web site does not allow me to choose the correct size as there are only two choices.
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
The shifting lever in the steering column malfunctioned, which caused the vehicle not to shift. part# 2f0dc-7215 53. *ak this was due to a mechanical failure and may be a manufacturer defect. the problem was the transmission/shift actuating tube. *scc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Consumer states that while driving at any speed and with no warning ehicle will shut off, causing consumer to pull over, and it will be hard to get the vehicle back started.dealer notified.*ak
- Tires
Consumer complained about tires.*ak
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
The head lights flickered and then went out, the alternator was replaced, however the problem continued. *jb
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
First started out a couple of months ago. headlights would flicker off and then back on. I figured it was nothing. now the headlights flicker every 30-60 seconds, can not drive vehicle at night, have already been pulled over by police because of it. I explained to the officer there must be a problem with the headlights. *jb
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
While driving at highway speeds at night, headlight switch (f49z-11654-a), with autolamp option, failed and headlights started flashing off and on then going out completely. this has occurred three times, 9/98 at 93,000 miles (switch replaced), 8/01 at 145,000 miles (new switch and block installed…
While driving at highway speeds at night, headlight switch (f49z-11654-a), with autolamp option, failed and headlights started flashing off and on then going out completely. this has occurred three times, 9/98 at 93,000 miles (switch replaced), 8/01 at 145,000 miles (new switch and block installed w/old wiring) and 10/02 at 160,000 miles (new switch and block w/new wiring installed). vehicle normally driven with headlights on for safety so useage time on switch IS extensive. each time lights went out, the headlight switch contacts, terminals and wire terminal connectors had overheated and discolored. the overheating melted and distorted the plastic switch case and terminal block (d3tz-11a648-a), allowing or forcing terminals to distort or move. both of the battery power to main light switch terminals, a & b and the main light switch to dimmer switch terminal, were the only ones overheated. dt
- Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
Consumer states that while driving on the highway his spare tire fell out of under the vehicle. *mr spare tire mounting fell while driving at 20 mph. the mounting bolt was rusted. *la
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Child was able to shift gear out of park. Vehicle was not on at that time. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch
Vehicle was in park with key out of ignition when a two year old child was able to put vehicle in neutral. vehicle was very dangerous. please provide any further information.*ak
- Suspension
When changing gears vehicle will shake. When traveling at 55 mph there IS a bad jerk in vehicle. please provide any further information.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Consumer was not able to turn key to shut off engine. A pin in linkage going to the ignition switch had fallen out. Consumer repaired himself.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
Recall campaign 99v029000 was for ignition wiring harness. the wiring harness in my van overhead, shorted out the lights and other equipment and put off the odor of burning wires. I paid to have it replaced. I just found out about the recall and ford tells me that my van was not included in the…
Recall campaign 99v029000 was for ignition wiring harness. the wiring harness in my van overhead, shorted out the lights and other equipment and put off the odor of burning wires. I paid to have it replaced. I just found out about the recall and ford tells me that my van was not included in the recall. if I have the same problem as has been identified shouldn't it be covered? or maybe you need to expand the campaign.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
A blown head gasket on a 3.01L V6 engine while driving. Dealer / manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Air bags
The airbag light comes on while driving and flashes because of a defective clockspring that can affect the deployment of the airbag per larry philputt, tom wood ford, 3130 e. 96TH st., indianapolis, in. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Luggage compartment door drops abruptly
Odi has identified 30 incidents resulting in minor to moderate personal injuries that have been caused by abrupt door drops over the approximately eight - twelve year period of product usage and exposure (1991-1995 to 2003).most of the injury incidents appear to have been caused by a fracture of the gas filled lift…
Odi has identified 30 incidents resulting in minor to moderate personal injuries that have been caused by abrupt door drops over the approximately eight - twelve year period of product usage and exposure (1991-1995 to 2003).most of the injury incidents appear to have been caused by a fracture of the gas filled lift assist cylinder mounting stud.stud fractures have occurred randomly over time and do not exhibit any apparent trend relating to date of vehicle production or time-in-service (exposure).the odi closing report summarizes the details of this investigation.
- Front brake hose
Alleged that a front brake hose ruptures or fails at the interface between the rubber hose and the brass fitting
- Transfer cases and rear drive shaft
There is no summary currently available
- Transfer cases and rear driveshaft
There is no summary currently available
- Parking pawl
When the automatic shift lever IS placed in the park position, the parking pawl does not always engage the park gear.this can lead to the vehicle jumping out of gear unintentionally and cause the vehicle to start rolling inadvertently
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10008580Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock.
- 10003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
- 6091931Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock.
- 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
- 6090051Service tip information on revised oil pan gasket replacement procedure.
- 6089681Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses.
- 635982Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit a noise / vibration, no drive, unusual noise during cranking or a no crank condition.
- 627752Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0L ohv engine may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / onnecting rod bearing knock.
- 625715Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *Slc
- 623944Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *Slc
- 622665On some vehicles, engine oil may continue to leak from the engine oil pan gasket area after an engine oil pan gasket repair has been performed.
- 616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
- 613340Experiencing a rapping or clanging noise when the steering wheel IS turned rapidly or when turning on a bumpy road surface.
- 613023This bulletin contains service tips when servicing any brake related roughness / pull concerns.
- 612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *Mjs
- 608921Some vehicles may exhibit an engine noise which may be perceived by the customer as a piston / connecting rod bearing knock.
- 608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda.
- 607372Information regarding transfer case rear housing and driveshaft replacement.
- 606508Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock.
- 606460Experiencing a whine / buzz type noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric fuel pump.
- 606420Ford motor company now recommends sae 5W-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year.
- 605573Subject regarding a new service center support that uses a thrust bearing (#3 and #4) in place of thrust washers has been released.
- 604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals.
- 603724Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip.
- 603717Concerns with front drive axle fluid may leak out of the vent under some driving modes on some vehicles.
- 601341Experiencing a whining / buzzing noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or two-way radio.
- 601312Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system.
- 601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance.
- 601269Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability.
- 601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart.
- 601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes IS no longer acceptable.
- 601010Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles.
- 600586Front and rear bumpers made of xenoy plastic have had the conductive primer removed from service parts.
- 53660Vehicles exhibiting a "squeaking" or "chirping" from the blower motor at low blower motor speeds.
- 51990Blower motor- "chirping" or "squeaking" from blower motor at low speeds.
- 51987Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage.
- 51945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts.
- 51689Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips.
- 515594.0L equipped vehicles may experience temperature gauge fluctuation that may be accompnied with a thumping noise or feel in the coolant hoses with the engine at normal operating temperature.
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