We found the following complaints for FORD AEROSTAR (1989)
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An electrical short caused the dash to catch fire while vehicle was parked.
Possible electrical failure resulted in vehicle fire, prior to fire that same afternoon the consumer had a friend replace the ignition switch.(ohio traffic crash report) *mjs
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Truck was off went to start it and battery exploded. Consumer states vehicle was parked for about 30 minutes before starting it and battery exploding.
The alternator failed short circuit. Massive amounts of current passed from the battery through the alternator, which burst into flames.the fault caused the engine to stall due to lack of ignition and it was extremely difficult to steer and stop the vehicle as a result of loss of power steering and power brakes. Smoke was pouring from the front of the vehicle. When i managed to stop and open the hood, the alternator, which was glowing red inside, burst into flames and set fire to cables and rubber hoses around it. I received burns to my hands trying to put the fire out. Lucky for me another motorist stopped and he had an extinguisher. I have now had two fires of this type, one on each of my vehicles. Yesterday i went to an alternator remanufacturing company here in monterrey, and the manger told me that he has had five engine bay fires in aerostar minivans in recent months. In the 'good old days'understand there was a fusible link between the alternator charging line and the battery + terminal. There should be a fuse in this circuit because it is connected directly to the battery!! not only is the fire a very serious problem, but there is a serious risk in the event of this fault, that the overload on the battery will cause it to burst, showering everything and everyone around it with hot sulfuric acid. Please note although the vehicle was purchased in the usa i am currently living in monterrey, mexico. My phone is 01152-8-349-7152 and email is [email protected].
Defective plug which clasps onto alternator caused a fire.dealer has replaced alternator 3 times, but defect is still occurring. *ml
While driving the owner started smelling smoke so he pulled over lifted the hood and the alternator was on fire.tt
While riding in vehicle smoke was smelled coming from under the dash. Stopped the van and smoke poured from under the hood. The altenator was on fire. This altenator was replaced approx. 6 months ago. The connector assembly was replaced to the manufaturer's instructions.
3 alternator fires.(qcaw)
Faulty wiring harness included with alternator caused fire.*skd
After starting the vehicle, smoke was noticed coming from underneath the hood,resulting in the alternator having burnt down.
Smelled something burning, like electrical wiring. Vehicle started to smoke on way home. After parking vehicle, lifted hood & noticed sparks & then flames. Extinguisher didn't put flames out. Unhooked battery cables at private mechanic & informed was alternator & wrong wires used. Alternator & wires were replaced.
Alternator connectors caught on fire. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.
After having the recall repair work done on igntion switch, the vehicle's cruise control and horn do not work.recall #96v071000.
After drivingand then stoppingvehicle will not restart until consumer changed the ignition module. It just happened asstatedin recall from ford.
Had driven vehicle, it started to smoke, parked vehicle, it caught fire, fire dept arrived, notified dealership that problem still had existed after repaires, have invoices and other documents.
Upon returning to parked vehicle interior full of smoke and fire generated from the ignition.
While parked, owner noticed a burning smell and was told due to a short in ignition. Please describe details.
Due to placement of ignition module on distributor, after long period of travel, vehicle shuts itself off, no matter how fast your going, until vehicle has cooled down.cost me several tow charges.
Whenevervehicle has been driven for a while it would stall without warning. When vehicle has been off for a while it could be restarted, but would not move. Had taken vehicle to mechanic who indicated it was possible that ignitionhad overheated,causing stalling problem.
While parked, owner noticed a burning smell and was told due to a short in ignition. Please describe details.
The vehicle was parked for approximately 30 minutes.it had been running perfectly well.i noticed a minor triple click noise when i turned off the ignition but didn't think much of anything of it.after sitting off for 30-45 minutes, the vehicle was in flames having started from somewhere in the front of the vehicle.this appears to be consistent with reports of the ignition switch issue.we were not aware of the recall prior to looking for it after our vehicle was destroyed.firemen indicate that the fire started in the front part of the vehicle, but they could not determine why due to the extent of the damage.best way to contact me is via cellphone at 706-399-7825.
When driving at any speed vehicle will cut off withoutprior warning, causing loss of all power. Consumerreplaced ignitionmodule,.problem did not occur for a brief period, however, the problem has reoccurred.please provide any further details.
The alternator failed short circuit. Massive amounts of current passed from the battery through the alternator, which burst into flames.the fault caused the engine to stall due to lack of ignition and it was extremely difficult to steer and stop the vehicle as a result of loss of power steering and power brakes. Smoke was pouring from the front of the vehicle. When i managed to stop and open the hood, the alternator, which was glowing red inside, burst into flames and set fire to cables and rubber hoses around it. I received burns to my hands trying to put the fire out. Lucky for me another motorist stopped and he had an extinguisher. I have now had two fires of this type, one on each of my vehicles. Yesterday i went to an alternator remanufacturing company here in monterrey, and the manger told me that he has had five engine bay fires in aerostar minivans in recent months. In the 'good old days'understand there was a fusible link between the alternator charging line and the battery + terminal. There should be a fuse in this circuit because it is connected directly to the battery!! not only is the fire a very serious problem, but there is a serious risk in the event of this fault, that the overload on the battery will cause it to burst, showering everything and everyone around it with hot sulfuric acid. Please note although the vehicle was purchased in the usa i am currently living in monterrey, mexico. My phone is 01152-8-349-7152 and email is [email protected].
When you turnthe key on. The ignition is stuck on.the only way to get it to go off, is to get under the hood and dis ingage the battery terminal.this car is a 5 speed transmission. Have contacted other owner and they have stated that theirs have too.have incouraged them to contact you too. And the dealer.
Upon returning to parked vehicle interior full of smoke and fire generated from the ignition.
When driving long distances the engine cuts off completely due to faulty ignition module.nlm
Computer system failed.
Vehicle was parked, under the dash compartment fire, electrical short.
Electrical wiring caught fire around the ignition switch.tt
Ignition switch fire prior to recall.
Vehicle caught on fire in the steering column while it was warming up.
The vehicle caught on fire from the igniton switch after it sat in the driveway . Please describe.
The front of the hood was on fire and inside of the dashboard was on fire too.
Voodie birton 96v071.after eight months,dlr claims he has too many recalls to honorand he would still have to wait.
While parked an hour, later vehicle fire w/engine totally consumed. Please describe details.
Ignition swich would turn on or not turn on intermittently due to an electrical short in switch; nhtsa recall# 96v-071, under which vehicle does not fall. Dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer.
Owner states that the alarm went off on vehicle for no reason,drove vehicle to work, after vehicle was parked it caught on fire for no reason.
Ignition switch fire.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked for twevle hours believed fire in ignition swtich melted the dash. Please describe details.tt
Upon cold start, owner noticed smoke coming from steering column. Please describe details.
Ignition switch fire.
Started engine to warm up, went inside house, came back 2 minutes later, smoke coming out of steering column; flames broke out; vehicle totaled.
Vehicle was in garage, around midnight a neighbor ran over and informed that occupants garage was on fire, vehicle's inside totally engulfed in flames
Vehicle parked around 11:00 p m burst into flames. Fire started around the engine compartment.
Truck was parked and off the truck caused a fire . Please describe .
Plastic half of ignition switch melted, causing short/spark, resulting in a fire.
Interior vehicle fire caused by electrical system failure around the ignition switch.
Dt:the contact received nhtsarecall96v071000concerning the ignition switch. When he contacted ford, they could not find thevin.this started a couple of months ago.the switch started to come apart,causing the vehicle not to start.he repaired it himself,and it is currently working.updated 12/27/2005.
Vehicle was parked in daughter's garage, smoke noticed by mail person, daughter returned home saw fire dept. Putting out fire started by vehicle.
On route, vehicle starting smoking from steering column. Owner immediately pulled terminals from battery. Please describe details.
Car parked in garage, wife turned on air conditioner, smelled smoke, checked garage, van engulfed in flames, fire dept. & indep insco checked van, was switch.*k
Ignition swith key gets hot while driving any length of time; whole steering column gets hot; happens even with air-conditioner on.
Ignition switch; is able to remove key in any gear, even if the vehicle is started and still running.dealer notified and informed consumer that was normal.
Vehicle fire due to faulty ignition switch, notice of recall received after fire. (attorney for consumer).
Recall on ignition switch.
Electrical short or shock in the ignition switch, causing the vehicle to catch on fire.
The vehicle caught on fire from the igniton switch after it sat in the driveway . Please describe.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked for twevle hours believed fire in ignition swtich melted the dash. Please describe details.tt
Driving the vehicle noticed under the dash compartment fire, smell of wiring burning, saw smoke come from the hood, electrical short.
While parked in garage the auto just burst into flames and burned completely up.
Ignition key can be taken out when the transmission is in gear.
Electrical short in the ignition switch, causing the vehicle to catch fire in the steering column.when consumer started the vehicle smoke poured from the ignition, consumer turned off the ignition and got out, the smoke stopped, consumer drove home and parked vehicle, forty-five minutes later the horn began to blare, the vehicle was in flameson the driver's side, the steering column was completely melted and the guages were destroyed, the windshield was cracked, ford is claiming no responsibility because consumersold the van for $900.00.
Vehicle was in garage, around midnight a neighbor ran over and informed that occupants garage was on fire, vehicle's inside totally engulfed in flames
Started engine to warm up, went inside house, came back 2 minutes later, smoke coming out of steering column; flames broke out; vehicle totaled.
Recall related, vehicle was parked, ignition switch failure, overheated and vehicle burned, will provide more information.
An electrical short in the ignition switch, caused the vehicle to catch on fire while parked.please describe.
Ignition switch failed resulting in fire, prior to recall notice.
Ignition swith key gets hot while driving any length of time; whole steering column gets hot; happens even with air-conditioner on.
Ignition switch fire.
Recal 96 v 071 000/ electrical ignition system: after starting vehicle, engine races and vehicle overheats and smokes. However, this vehicle was not included in recall. The motor continue to run after the ignition was turned off and the key was removed.
Vehicle fire caused by an electrical short in dashboard.
Wire connecting the fuel pump to the back side of the electric pluginside the tank came loose, causing a possible explosion/hazard.
Electrical wiring harness for the lights and the windshield wipers overheats and melts and short circuits, cause unknown.dealers states that there is a $200.00 charge to replace the wiring harness.please give any further details.
Wire connecting the fuel pump to the back side of the electric pluginside the tank came loose, causing a possible explosion/hazard.
Vehicle caught on fire while driving due to short or overheating of the wiring harness.
While driving the auto smelled smoke, brought auto back home shut it off, pushed auto out of garage then the auto ignited.
The vehicle caught on fire from the wiring harness and it spread to the alternator. Please describ.
I am looking for any recall history on this vehicle, just for background info and to make sure the vehicle is up to date. Thank you for any information. No defect mentioned.
While driving vehicle moved in full force on its own.wiring harness under the hood wrapped itself around the accelerator.this defect did not allowconsumerto controlvehicle which did result in an automobile accident.
Engine compartment fire, while driving the vehicle, unknown reason.tt
Driving approximately 30 mph vehicle stalled in roadway. Opened hood and observed fire in top center rear of engine compartment. Was unable to extinquish fire, resulting in total destruction of vehicle.
Whilevehicle was parked withoutignition runningvehicle caught on fire in the steering column area, cause unknown.please give any further details.
My ford aerostar caught fire last night for no apparent reason. My daughter had returned from school and parked it in the driveway. Approximately 2 hours later, a neighbor rang the door bell and frantically said "your van is on fire". We called 911 and the fire department was there within 3 minutes to put it out.
Vehicle caught on fire while parked and engine off,reason unknown. Mfr./dealer were not contacted at this time.
While idling, van began smoking from under the hood until fire started. Converse fire dept., unable to detect cause..
The vehicle was driven home from work (aprox 10 min drive) and parked for about 10 minutes when my son noticed the van was on fire, flames were coming out the front thruthe radiator opening, by the time the fire dept arrived, the entire front of the van was engulfed in flames.the front of the van is now unrecognizable and a total loss. In additon,we lostseveral hundred dollars in personal effects.
After driving vehicle for a period of 10 min. Parked for a period 30 min. Electrical short under the dash, vehicle caught fire and wa stotally destroyed.
Passenger compartment fire, electrical wiring inside the dash board caused fire.tt
Vehicle fire starting under dash wiring harness.
Vehicle caught on fire from electrical shortunder the dashboard, and whole vehicle burned.fire departement had to come out and put out the fire.
Experienced a fire that started under the steering column.tt
Smoke emitting from steering column, and there was a passenger compartment fire.tt
Vehicle was parked in driveway, under the dash fire erupted due to an electrical short.
While parked the vehicle caught fire in the dash area of the vehicle.
There was a fire that started from under the dash and caused extensive damage to the cars interior. Please describe.
An electrical short caused the dash to catch fire while vehicle was parked.
Vehicle was driven and parked and about 1/2 later fire under the dash, electrical short.
In the middle of the night while parked, vehicle caught on fire caused by a short in the under dash..
Experienced electrical fire in steering column area.please give more details.
There was a fire that started from under the dash and caused extensive damage to the cars interior. Please describe.
Smoke started coming out of steering column. Resulting in vehicle fire.tt
Experienced electrical fire in steering column area.please give more details.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
When driving vehicle was overheating.consumer hadheater core/radiator and water pump replaced.consumer had to have vehicle serviced four times .
While driving, engine suddenly made popping noise, within minutes, overheated and stopped; water hose disconnected, coolant spread, engine replaced.
When driving vehicle was overheating.consumer hadheater core/radiator and water pump replaced.consumer had to have vehicle serviced four times .
We owe a 1989 ford aerostar mini-van the long edition. We have had it a little overyear. We have been having a serious problem with this vechicle stalling when driving on the highway to and from work. It happens a lot more often when it is cold as opposed to when it is warmer.
Crankshaft pulley fell off on highway. *aw
Oil pan failed.
In the engine compartment a component broke, causing a fuel leak in the engine, resultingin a fire. Please provide further information.
Oil pump failed 4 times.
Crankshaft pulley fell off engine. Mjs
Dealer repaired vehicle and replaced gaskets and other parts. However, when driving at any speedvehicle stalled. Also, dealer replaced the gas tank, and gas was still overspilling from tank. Dealer had to fix the gas tank again. Vehicle is currently in repair shop for other repair problems, and dealer refuses to repair vehicle.
Vehicle fire.*aw
While drivingon the freeway consumer stopped.then, whenconsumer was talking outside of vehicle, smoke and fire was coming from the engine. In about 5-10 minutes the vehicle burned down.cause unknown.*ml
Vehicle fire.
Possible engine failure causing vehicle fire. (attorney for consumer).
When driving at any speed the vehicle stalls. Also,vehiclegets stuck when changing gears.brakes make a very loud noise ,and the consumer had brakes replaced. Dealer can't determine the problem.
When traveling a long wayvehicle gets overheated andvehicle will shut off with prior noticed.the dealership will be notified.
The vehicle engine caught fire while trying to start the vehicle.please describe.
Van burst into flames shortly after being driven while parked with engine off.
The vehicle's engine caught fire.
While parked in garage the auto just burst into flames and burned completely up.
Driving approximately 30 mph vehicle stalled in roadway. Opened hood and observed fire in top center rear of engine compartment. Was unable to extinquish fire, resulting in total destruction of vehicle.
Engine compartment fire.(minneapolis police department)
Replaced emission control valve (pcv).
Consumer purchase car new the driver side seat belt buckle broke and the air conditioner went out within an hour.tt
I purchased this van to accomodate my family of 7.the a/c andtransmission had been repaired by licensed technitions.the gas tank has a small 'hairline' crack that i have tried to patch myself.i feel the gas tank leak located at the edge of the tank is a design flaw, but what do i know?i just want my wife to drive my family to and from their destinations safely.i have limited funds for all the repairs.thanks for listening.regards, timothy j. Shinn, ph#602-265-4323
Radio system failed.
The truck parked in garage for twelve hours truck caught on fire burned garage down .tt
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Spliting seam resulted in fuel leakage from gas tank to blow passed exhaust manifold. Creating condition for potential fire.tt
Replaced the gas tank because there was a crack in the tank which was causing a leakage from the top.
Due to the defect of the fuel tank leaking into the ignition which caused a fire, resulting in total vehicle damage, prior to recall notice (98v-190).
Nhtsa recall98v190000 concerning fuel system storage tank assembly:consumer intermittently smelled a strong odor of gasoline on the outside of the vehicle.t consumer examined the gas tank and found that fuel was leaking from the top of the tank when it was full. Manufacturer claimed that this vehicle was not a part of the recall.
Gas tank secured by metal brackets unlined with foam, which resulted in rubbing onto the plastic gas tank causing fuel leak from split in tank. (design flaw).
Consumer noticed gas leak in tank.
Had started to smell gas fumes inside vehicle. After filling vehicle with gasoline & started driving, noticed fuel dripping after vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer & informed parts would be ordered. Had mechanic replace the fuel tank. Recall 98v190000.
Fuel tank leaking gas from fuel filler pipe,replacement of the fuel filler pipe prior to recall (98m03), recall refused due to prior repair of filler pipe.yh
Part e79z9002a. Plastic recycled tank cracked fuel leakage and potential fire. Dealer states it will need replacement in four years. Owner has defective tank.
Nhtsa recall # 98v-190, fuel tank cracks. Consumer vehicle was not under this recall, vehicle experienced same problem, and had to replaced fuel tank at consumer's expense. Dealer notified.
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 98v190000/ manufacturer's recall98m03/ fuel tank cracks.vehicle has been atdealer for over two monthsin which the dealer has yet to do repairs. Consumer has contactedmanufacturer. Please provide any further details.
Gas tank cracked.
The manufacturer was refusing to honorrecall 98v190000forfuel tank cracks because the warranty periodended.
Fuel tank cracked.
After recall repair the fuel tank failed resulting in vehicle fire.nlm
There is a crack within the gas tankwhich causes a leak. Consumer can smell gas when driving.
Replaced the original gas tank 9/8/95.i replaced the replacement tank 9/11/98.the tank failed at the top of the gas tank just like the original failure.sent letter requesting reimbursement to ford,sept. 98.informed of recall,december 98.ford doesn't recognize this defect because it wasn't installed by a ford dealer.since the failure was the same as the initial failure ford should be responsible. There is no after market gas tank available, you must purchase from ford service department.mechanic is a certified goodyear mechanic and has over 25 years of experience.
Gas tank failed resulting in leaking.
Consumer states that there is a crack in the fuel tank which is not allowing the consumer to fill up a full tank of gas. Contacted dealer and the dealer stated that the warrenty period for the recall has expired.mr
I purchased this van to accomodate my family of 7.the a/c andtransmission had been repaired by licensed technitions.the gas tank has a small 'hairline' crack that i have tried to patch myself.i feel the gas tank leak located at the edge of the tank is a design flaw, but what do i know?i just want my wife to drive my family to and from their destinations safely.i have limited funds for all the repairs.thanks for listening.regards, timothy j. Shinn, ph#602-265-4323
Currently there is a recall for this type of fuel tank failure. But the recall only deals with southern states. The gas tank when full will deposit gas on the ground, not from a noticable leak, but from the evaporation effect asdescribed by recall 98v190000. Ford is required to replace only the tanks in the southern most regions of the country. I feel that the recall should be made nation wide. The local dealer ship says a new tank would cost about $500.00 i feel if it happening here in upstate ny,(it just began at the last fill upthe inside of the vehicle has a strong odor of gasoline inside which caused me to do some further checking i notice that after sitting in the garage over night there a strong odor of gas in the garage and there was a damp spot under the tank with some residual gas on the shroud protecting the tank, there is no steady leak more like as a result of evaporation to the under side of the under carriage collecting and then dropping to the floor. If this recall is not expanded to the whole country, you will experience problems in the northern climates that occurred in the southern states, causing the recall. In the summer of 1999. I have lowered the fuel level in the tank, and the van is off the road. I will have the tank repaired before putting any more gas in it. But i thought you should know, after seeing the recall notice on the web. I more than likely try to have the tank repaired than come up with the $500.00 the ford dealer wants. I will ask the repair shop for an evaluation of the tank and the cause of the leaks if it has the small cracks described in the recall i think you should take some action.
There is a crack in the fuel tank,purchased truck new .tt
Owner states upon filling vehicle with gas he smelled fumes and that he heard that their was a recall for a cracked fuel tank,owner states that he is having this problem, not part of a recall.
Plastic fuel tank developed cracks in various locations in the upper areas, causing gasoline leak.
After filling up the fuel tank and then driving, fuel will leak from top of tank.consumer believes tank is cracked, and that is the cause of the leakage.
Had received recall notice #98v190000 in the mail. Contacted dealer & set up appointment. Took vehicle on date given. Mechanic checked fuel tank, but did not replace it.
Defect in the fuel tank the fuel tank cracked/split.tt
Gasoline was leaking from the vehicle ,and if the consumer fills up the vehicle with gas, the gas will come out all over the vehicle. Consumer can smell the gas coming into the vehicle while driving, and the dealer can't find the problem.
When filling the fuel tank above 3/4 full. The tank has a steady leak.
Possible recall component failure (98v-190) of the fuel tank prior to recall notification which resulted in vehicle fire. *mjs
When muffler was being replaced on the van, the fuel tank was found to be leaking. The fuel tank has not been replaced.
The gas tank was leaking fumes, then we noticed a puddle of gas under the vehicle after filling the tank.we contacted ford after reading aboutthe recall # 98mo3 regarding the same problem we were having.initially they were going to let the dealer decide if we fell under the recall then decided that since we were registered in nj not in one of the states they listed that we were not eligible for the recall.has anyone else reported the same problem outside of the states ford lists? if so possibly their recall should have a wider area. Also we do not know our vans previous owners, possibly they were from one of the recall states. Ford also suggested i contact dmv to find out who the previous owners were. It was also suggested i have the vehicle repaired and send in copies of bills incase the recallis changed to cover my area.
Consumer replaced fuel tank because of cracks.
Had received recall notice #98v190000 & contacted dealer. Set appointment. Took vehicle 2 days later.mechanic looked at vehicle, but did not replace the fuel tank. Had cleaned the grommet only. Took vehicle home. The vehicle leaked fuel out on driveway. Owner refuses to drive vehicle due to being a hazard.
While driving at 35 mph andwithout prior warning,vehicle shuts down.consumer can smell gas within the vehicle whentank gets hot. Dealer states the reason vehicle is cutting offis due to aloss of pressure.
When i went to fill up with gas, the attendant caught my attention as i was about to drive off. A river of gasoline was pouring from beneath my van. I took it to my mechanic who found the tank had split along the seam where the two halves of the plastic injection mouldings are joined together.since this incident i have had an identical failure on my other vehicle of the same year and model. I think from this, that it's pretty clear there is likely to be a design or manufacturing fault in the gas tanks of aerostar vans. Note, the tank on one vehicle is the 16 gallon version, the other one is the larger 20 gallon type. Same type of split occurred on each.i regard this as a serious, life-threatening fault.please note my address details are for mexico, my phone number is [xxx] and my email is [xxx]. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Gas tank leaking raw gasoline onto the ground.
Consumer received recall notice (98v19000). Dealer denied repair due to no parts. However, consumer was able to obtain the parts from pep boys and replacements were done.
Consumer replaced fuel tank, due to component failure, prior to recall (98v-190).consumer is requesting reimbursement. *cj
Whenever putting gas into the tank, the gas tank will be full and the gas will spill all over the ground, and the tank will indicate as empty.tank will only holda certainamount of gas, but there is so much gas into the tank that it will overflow.dealer can't determine the cause of theproblem.
Fuel tank leaking when filled half way.
Vehicle suddenly began leaking fuel due to a cracked fuel tank.
The fuel tank cracked,causing a fuel leak.
Fuel tank replaced prior to recall. (98v-190)
Strong fuel vapor odor and minor leakage from top portion of gas tank after fill up, diminishes to hardly noticeable with partially filled tank.there was a nhtsa recall no. 98v190/ford recal no. 98m03 for very similar problem, but missouri registered vehicles not included according to your map.do not understand.contacted dealer after saw this recall notice on your website but said my vin number not included in recall.this is same or similar problem, and if ambient temp related, living in mid-mo not much different than upper ark.do not understand.please explain.
Dealer repaired vehicle and replaced gaskets and other parts. However, when driving at any speedvehicle stalled. Also, dealer replaced the gas tank, and gas was still overspilling from tank. Dealer had to fix the gas tank again. Vehicle is currently in repair shop for other repair problems, and dealer refuses to repair vehicle.
Fuel tank has developed cracks.when fillingtankpassenger compartment fills upwith fumes fromgas. There is currently a recall for this, but this vehicle is not covered.
Fuel tank cracked/replaced prior to recall. (98v-190)
Bromite at gas tank filler neck broken, causing gas to leak when tank is full.*skd
Fuel filler pipe failed causing fuel to leak.
Seals on the filler tube are faulty, causing a leak.tt
Gas tank cracked at filler neck.
Fuel tank leaking gas from fuel filler pipe,replacement of the fuel filler pipe prior to recall (98m03), recall refused due to prior repair of filler pipe.yh
I just had my fuel tank replaced because of "cracks in top of fuel tank" per a recall notice i received from ford (98m03kit bb).however, they replaced the previous metal tank with a plastic fuel tank.i have never heard of plastic fuel tanks being allowed on vehicles.i do not believe a plastic tank can be as safeas a metal tank.is it legal to put a plastic fuel tank on a car/truck??
Parking brake failed, causing van to crash into an object.tt
Recall notices not received for recall #s (91v189000,9ov144000), automatic transmission and seat belt repair. (mjs)
While driving vehicle about any mph the transmission won't work sometimes when changing gears or moving from shift to shift. Also, consumer had replace transmission three times already.dealer was contacted.
Consumer experiencing ongoing problem with transmissionfailures. Consumer hashad three transmissions rebuilt.. Dealer/mfr. Not contacted at this time.
Transmission failed six times.
Transmission failed, causing accident. *sd
Transmission locking mechanism problems, causing vehicle to slip from park.
Vehicle rolled backwards twice while in park gear, once causing injuries.*aw
Power steering fluid is leaking , transmission needed to be replaced and the blower for heat and air conditioner and the rackand pinion steering were bent .
I purchased this van to accomodate my family of 7.the a/c andtransmission had been repaired by licensed technitions.the gas tank has a small 'hairline' crack that i have tried to patch myself.i feel the gas tank leak located at the edge of the tank is a design flaw, but what do i know?i just want my wife to drive my family to and from their destinations safely.i have limited funds for all the repairs.thanks for listening.regards, timothy j. Shinn, ph#602-265-4323
Consumer states that you can shift the gears with the ignition off and you can also shut the ignition off in any gear and take the key out.
Consumer states that without warning the transmission blew.the dealer has been notified.
Auto was parked in garage and rolled out backward and hit lamp pole.
91v189000/transmission automatic:parked vehicle in drivway, after 15 -20 minutes local police arrived to inform consumer that vehicle hit a parked vehicle, and thatgear was noticed in drive position. Notified manufacturer, and informed that vehicle was not covered under that recall due to vin.please feel free to provide any further details.
When driving at any speed the vehicle stalls. Also,vehiclegets stuck when changing gears.brakes make a very loud noise ,and the consumer had brakes replaced. Dealer can't determine the problem.
Transmission jumped out of park gear twice, causing vehicle to roll backwards/accident/injuries.
When turning off the ignition and removing the key,gear selector remains in any position,resulting in a vehicle accident.
Transmission leaks from shift.
Vehicle slipped out of gear without keys being in the ignition. As a result owner broke her leg. Please describe.
Daughter was in the minivan when she accidently hit the gear shift.the gear was supposely in park when it suddenly shifted into reverse.the car was on an incline.it began to roll backward and eventually hit a tree across the road on my neighbor's property.my daughter hit her head and my son had jumped out of the car when it started to roll backward.the rear bumber and door was damaged.the rear window was shattered.my neighbor's tree was damaged.the car was suppose to be in park.it is very difficult to shift it out of park unless the pawl was not operating properly.lucky there were cars coming or pedestrians walking in front of my property when this accident occurred.
Vehicle will roll after placing it in park gear, recall on other models however consumer's vehicle does not qualify.
Park pawl failed, causing vehicle to roll/collision.
My two year old son got into the vehicle and slipped the shifter out of the park positionwithout the keys, and the vehicle had been parked for over 24 hours, the van rolled backwards through my fence, down an embankment and smashed into a tree stump, with my son inside. The van was totaled and my son was brought to the hospital with a cervical sprain.
Vehicle was placed in the park position with key removed from the ignition when the vehicle jumped out of gear due to the transmission not locking into gear. Consumer also noted ofrecall91v189000. Manufacturer refused to make any repairs. Please provide any further details.
The vehicle can go through the gears without the key being in the ignition and can also remove the key without the car being in park.tt
Transmission park gear failure; while in park position, 4 year old was able to take vehicle out of park gear with key out of ignition, caused vehicle to roll down,slid down onincline,hitting a big log, no emerergency brakesapplied.
No interlock system, causing gear shift lever to be taken out of gear without key being in ignition.*skd
While parking in an incline position with vehicle in park, vehicle rolled away, almost running over the occupant.please provide further information.
Recall 91v189000;while vehicle was parked it just rolled front down the hill, and hit a bridge.
Transmission/torque converter failure.
Transmission/torque converter failure.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
We have been having problems with the paint peeling on this van since it was 2 yrs old. I have talked to ford mfg, the dealership in our town, different from who we purchased it from, and it seems that ford does not want to repair this prob...this was a lease orig. But we purchased this van after the lease was up. We like this van and have invested money in it to keep it running good...new transmission etc...but the paint is almost gone on this car and i am tired of fighting the dealerships and ford...can you please help us..
Consumer states that you can shift the gears with the ignition off and you can also shut the ignition off in any gear and take the key out.
Driver'srear seat anchor bolt, which holds seat to floor has cracked, also shoulder/lap belt is inoperative, won't retract andisfully extended.
Recall notices not received for recall #s (91v189000,9ov144000), automatic transmission and seat belt repair. (mjs)
Driver's side seat belt buckle holder broke,buckle does remain locked, causing driver to ride unrestrained.
Passenger's seat belt detached from anchor.
While driving on the roaddriver's seat belt all of sudden unhooked.the driver's seat belt will not latch back.
Consumer purchase car new the driver side seat belt buckle broke and the air conditioner went out within an hour.tt
Buckle will not fasten due to broken spring assembly.required to purchase entire assembly, including belt, due to broken plastic (?) spring. Not available until june 1999 from dealership supplier.
Driver's seat belt buckle no longer buckles while driving, occupant not restrained.
The defective driver's seat belt buckle does not latch which causes the driver seat belt to be inoperative, and wont protect the occupant in event of an accident.
Driver's seat belt buckle spring broke, causing buckle not to hold seat belt, which may not protect occupant.common problem..et.
The consumer has been experiencing problems withpassenger and driver seat belts. Passenger's seat belt locked up and would not unfasten.the consumer had to cutchild out of the seat belt.in addition, the driver's side seat belt won't fasten.the manufacturer has yet to be contacted.
Drivers side belt buckle fails to latch when inserted. Please describe details.**ea94-025**.tt
Driver's seatbelt housing buckle is inoperative,won't protect the occupant in event of an accident.please provide further information.
The drivers side seatbelt buckle broke and no longer latched. Please describe.tt repair garage stated that only one new part could be found in all the us and that ford did have any in stock, and would not make any new ones for 3-4 weeks.
Drivers seat belt buckle failed twice. *dsh
Drivers side seat belt failure, seat belt buckle broke.tt
Purchased truck used,the driver's side seat belt buckle broke . Please describe .
Driver's side seat belt buckle holder broke,buckle does remain locked, causing driver to ride unrestrained.
Seat belt latch inoperative.
Driver's side seat belt failure, the buckle latch will not properly latch.
Consumer is experiencing problems withseat belt buckle. Buckle would fit in the buckle slot, but it would not lock and click.
Passenger and driver seatbelt buckle fails to latch and unlatch.tt
The seat belt on the driver's side cannot be fastened because the female portion of the belt is broken.ordered part from ford on 7/1/97. Dealer stated that part will not be available until the middle or late part of august.
Buckle on the lap and shoulder belt combination releases from the locking mechanism, cause unknown.please give any further details.
Driver'srear seat anchor bolt, which holds seat to floor has cracked, also shoulder/lap belt is inoperative, won't retract andisfully extended.
The drivers seat belt didn't retract during an accident and the driver was killed.
Seat belt retractor mechanism fails continually.
Consumer been experiencing ongoing problem withfront seat belt failing to lock .whenever brakes are applied in an emergencey situation, the seat belt retractor will not lock in place. Driver and passgener would move onto dashbroad.
Passenger side seat belt will not retract by itself.tt
I would like my 5 year old son to be safe in the back of my van. The only problem is i only have lap belts in the back. I need shoulder harness belts for him to be safe in his booster seat. I contacted a ford dealership about having it installed. They wanted an outrageous amount of money to put one in. Can anybody help me whith this?
During impact, the driver's side shoulder belt did not lock.please describe.
Front seat belts located on seat crease, causing child safety seat to wobble.
Second rear seatbelts do not properly retain carseat, allowing free movement when driving vehicle. Please describe details.tt
Passenger's seat belt detached from anchor.
The second row right side captain chair rocks and shakes in its mount. Manufacturing date is april 1989.
Seat back broke in rear end collision.
The consumer stated that back in 1998 she had a accident with her ford aerostar.she stated that when she pulled into a parking space and hit the brakes, the vehicle surged forward and hit a building.she said she had the vehicle towed to the dealer who stated that they thought the problem was a faulty idle air control.she said it was repaired and she took the part and sent it to the manufacturer. Now the problem has come up again and she was asked to be a witness, because someone was killed, when their vehicle did the same thing.it was determined that the throttle air by pass valve assembly was not one of ford's parts.
Abs system failed.
Had shifted into drive & took foot off brake,vehicle went full throttle in parking lot. Hit pillar.had failed to stop when brakes were applied. Intermittent problem. Taking vehicle to dealer.the problem occured again but the dealer says the problem could not be duplicated.
When driving about 55 mph to 60 mph there was loud noise coming from the brakes consumer applied the brakes and the brakes went straight to the floorboard. There wasn't prior warning and theabslight came on when the brakes failed to work.consumer had to pump the brakesin order for the vehicle to stop. Consumertookthe vehicle in for repair service, and the dealer fixed the rotors/ brake line and put on new pads. However, dealer can't determine the problem.also,cable had to be repaired, andvehicle was pulling to the right.
Excellerated at high speed throwing driver backward in belted seat, had to struggle to brake
Owner has had to replace brakes 23 times, and calipers 3 times.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
When driving at any speed the vehicle stalls. Also,vehiclegets stuck when changing gears.brakes make a very loud noise ,and the consumer had brakes replaced. Dealer can't determine the problem.
Proportioning valve leaks brake fluid.*aw
When driving about 55 mph to 60 mph there was loud noise coming from the brakes consumer applied the brakes and the brakes went straight to the floorboard. There wasn't prior warning and theabslight came on when the brakes failed to work.consumer had to pump the brakesin order for the vehicle to stop. Consumertookthe vehicle in for repair service, and the dealer fixed the rotors/ brake line and put on new pads. However, dealer can't determine the problem.also,cable had to be repaired, andvehicle was pulling to the right.
Replaced front brakes.
Owner has had to replace brakes 23 times, and calipers 3 times.
Brake pads failed.
Brakes grabbing whenever the weather condition leaves moisture or wet weather . Dealer notified and refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer. Nhtsa recall # 98e- 010. Also consumerwas told i vehicledid not fall under that recall.
Brake rotors failed.
The rotors failed.
When driving about 55 mph to 60 mph there was loud noise coming from the brakes consumer applied the brakes and the brakes went straight to the floorboard. There wasn't prior warning and theabslight came on when the brakes failed to work.consumer had to pump the brakesin order for the vehicle to stop. Consumertookthe vehicle in for repair service, and the dealer fixed the rotors/ brake line and put on new pads. However, dealer can't determine the problem.also,cable had to be repaired, andvehicle was pulling to the right.
Brake line next to gas tank failed on highway, braking ability was greatly reduced.
Master cylinder leaks brake fluid.
Master/proportioning valve leak.*aw
Mastercylinder leaking, resulting in brake failure, the date of this aerostar fall right in the middle of the recall.
The master cylinder failed on this vehicle while driving. It failed in a way that is extremly dangerous. The brakes applied themselves causing the car to stop immideatly on the road. If the failure would have occured on wet pavement there would have beeen an accident. I looked for any recalls and can't find one. The public must be informed of such a potentialy lethal situation. When i say the brakes applied themselves, i mean this aerostar stopped rapidly and without any warning. Talking to another driver of the aerostar it has done this on numerous occasions. This is the most dangerous situation i have ever heard of. I hope this letter isn't thrown away before it's read. I am also trying to contact ford to understand why drivers and owners of this defective vehicle haven't been warned. Thanks richard.
Power brakes operate poorly/fail to lock up.
The alternator failed short circuit. Massive amounts of current passed from the battery through the alternator, which burst into flames.the fault caused the engine to stall due to lack of ignition and it was extremely difficult to steer and stop the vehicle as a result of loss of power steering and power brakes. Smoke was pouring from the front of the vehicle. When i managed to stop and open the hood, the alternator, which was glowing red inside, burst into flames and set fire to cables and rubber hoses around it. I received burns to my hands trying to put the fire out. Lucky for me another motorist stopped and he had an extinguisher. I have now had two fires of this type, one on each of my vehicles. Yesterday i went to an alternator remanufacturing company here in monterrey, and the manger told me that he has had five engine bay fires in aerostar minivans in recent months. In the 'good old days'understand there was a fusible link between the alternator charging line and the battery + terminal. There should be a fuse in this circuit because it is connected directly to the battery!! not only is the fire a very serious problem, but there is a serious risk in the event of this fault, that the overload on the battery will cause it to burst, showering everything and everyone around it with hot sulfuric acid. Please note although the vehicle was purchased in the usa i am currently living in monterrey, mexico. My phone is 01152-8-349-7152 and email is [email protected].
Experienced fire in steering column area.
The alternator failed short circuit. Massive amounts of current passed from the battery through the alternator, which burst into flames.the fault caused the engine to stall due to lack of ignition and it was extremely difficult to steer and stop the vehicle as a result of loss of power steering and power brakes. Smoke was pouring from the front of the vehicle. When i managed to stop and open the hood, the alternator, which was glowing red inside, burst into flames and set fire to cables and rubber hoses around it. I received burns to my hands trying to put the fire out. Lucky for me another motorist stopped and he had an extinguisher. I have now had two fires of this type, one on each of my vehicles. Yesterday i went to an alternator remanufacturing company here in monterrey, and the manger told me that he has had five engine bay fires in aerostar minivans in recent months. In the 'good old days'understand there was a fusible link between the alternator charging line and the battery + terminal. There should be a fuse in this circuit because it is connected directly to the battery!! not only is the fire a very serious problem, but there is a serious risk in the event of this fault, that the overload on the battery will cause it to burst, showering everything and everyone around it with hot sulfuric acid. Please note although the vehicle was purchased in the usa i am currently living in monterrey, mexico. My phone is 01152-8-349-7152 and email is [email protected].
Power steering fluid is leaking , transmission needed to be replaced and the blower for heat and air conditioner and the rackand pinion steering were bent .
Front tie rod disconneted, the other side detached 3 monthslater.
Tie rod ends wore out and were replaced.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Power steering fluid is leaking , transmission needed to be replaced and the blower for heat and air conditioner and the rackand pinion steering were bent .
Structure problems
Another vehicle hit the consumer's vehicle on the driver's side at about 30 mph causing the vehicle to roll onto it's right side and slide about a foot or two.nlm
Passenger's side door keeps getting jammed. When consumer took vehicle to repair shop, dealer had a hard time getting passenger's side door open.
The doors are rough, please describe .
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Sliding door would not open.
Sliding door assembly: son was attempting to get out of van when he slipped, fell into the door handle, handle entered his mouth and exited through his right cheek. About three inches of handle was sticking out of his cheek.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Front end misalignment.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
On july 2, 2002 the tread came off the tire while on the freeway.the tire had 49,000 miles on it and it was warrantied for 80,000.it caused $2,700 in damage.bridgestone claims the tire was operated w/ low air pressure, this is not true!the front tires were replaced by pep boys 6 months prior due to tread separation.i am having bridgestone send me the tire back.i do have photos of the tire and van damage. Ts
Two michelin tires blew out.*skd
Radial tire sidewall blew out. *sd
Rear right hand tire blew out twice, causing one accident.tt
Right rear tread separation on interstate causing loss of control of minivan.aerostar rolls over and ejects third seat passenger causing serious injuries.(dot number: u9t9b6h018tiresize: 205/70r14)
The throttle stuck and caused the vehicle to go out of control while in reverse hitting another car. Please describe.tt
While driving at 40mph throttle stuck, causing engine rev high, even when foot was taken off gas pedal.vehicle has been to dealers.
Today my wife was driving our 1989 aerostar and she had the accelerator go down under her foot by it's self for no percieved reason. So i started to look on internet to see if anyone else had this problem. Dealer claims never heard of it! it seems like i remembered watching 20/20 or that canadian program and they reporting about ford cruise controls having power on at all time and that moister present at wire harness plug that connects though fire wall could cause cruise control to sudden accellerate.
Had shifted into drive & took foot off brake,vehicle went full throttle in parking lot. Hit pillar.had failed to stop when brakes were applied. Intermittent problem. Taking vehicle to dealer.the problem occured again but the dealer says the problem could not be duplicated.
While starting vehicle and putting it into gear, vehicle suddenly took off, causing owner to strike another vehicle. Vehicle also surged.dealers stated possible electric chip failure.
Car accelerated from 0 to 60/70 mph while shifting from park position to drive position, overriding aceelerator and brake system, crushing and destroying everything that was in front of it.number of people could have been injured and other properties could have been damaged. Hav not seen or witnessed anything like this in my 55 years life span. It was most traumatic experience i have ever gone through.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
The consumer stated that back in 1998 she had a accident with her ford aerostar.she stated that when she pulled into a parking space and hit the brakes, the vehicle surged forward and hit a building.she said she had the vehicle towed to the dealer who stated that they thought the problem was a faulty idle air control.she said it was repaired and she took the part and sent it to the manufacturer. Now the problem has come up again and she was asked to be a witness, because someone was killed, when their vehicle did the same thing.it was determined that the throttle air by pass valve assembly was not one of ford's parts.
Consumer states engine was on and in the park position,consumer pressed brake to put vehicle into reverse and vehicle took off in reverse.consumer states vehicle hit two parked cars and was totalled.please provide any further information.
Accelerator pedal sticking, causing vehicle to go to the highest rpms.tt
After having the recall repair work done on igntion switch, the vehicle's cruise control and horn do not work.recall #96v071000.
Today my wife was driving our 1989 aerostar and she had the accelerator go down under her foot by it's self for no percieved reason. So i started to look on internet to see if anyone else had this problem. Dealer claims never heard of it! it seems like i remembered watching 20/20 or that canadian program and they reporting about ford cruise controls having power on at all time and that moister present at wire harness plug that connects though fire wall could cause cruise control to sudden accellerate.
When maing a left turnwiring harnesswrapped around the bottom ofaccelerator cable, causing a full throttle condition. This caused a crash on 2/27/00.van was totalled. Please provide any further information.
Consumer reporting an ongoing problem with engine accelerationintermittently approximately six months. Problem still occurring. Dealer was notified and repairs/inspection was made continually, but the problem was never resolved. Consumer states vehicle is experiencing electrical problems and can smell something like wires burning, consumer states that the radio, fan blower, and dash lights go on and off, at times the radio will not work at all, battery failed and was replaced, low oil sensor failed and was replaced.vehicle has experienced several brake problems, brakes pulsate, master cylinder leak, proportioning valve leak, brakes grab, and were not stopping the vehicle.several engine related problems, consumer states the engine was noisy, oil was leaking from both sides of engine, the thermostat, gasket seal, main seal, rear main seal, pan gasket, belts, and other engine components have been replaced.the left door corroded and rusted. Fuel filter was replaced, exhaust system was replaced, iac and throttle body were replaced, consumer states she would have to constantly keep foot on brake due to high rpms and loud whining, consumer states vehicle would accelerate suddenly if foot were off the brake, there were times when the brakes were not stopping vehicle.right front tire separated, causing steering wheel to wobble, front bearing needed packed, right rear axle was loose.differential carrier assembly was out, causing a loud ticking and thud noise. Air conditioner was blowing hot air, the heater mode selector is slow to return from the vent when changed.outer tie rod ends needed replaced.
Power steering fluid is leaking , transmission needed to be replaced and the blower for heat and air conditioner and the rackand pinion steering were bent .
Adefective heater core shorted out the compressor,causing anelectrical fire. Dealer has not been contacted.
Vehicle over heated, heater core failure.tt
When driving vehicle was overheating.consumer hadheater core/radiator and water pump replaced.consumer had to have vehicle serviced four times .
The air conditioner is malfunctioning. Dealer has installed freon and still no solution.
While on interstate back glass separated from vehicle.tt
Power window failed.
Left rear wheel locked up.
While driving, the rear left side wheel bolts broke, causing the wheel tocome off.
While driving, the rear left side wheel bolts broke, causing the wheel tocome off.
The vehicle has alloy wheels and the incorrect lug nuts were installed on all wheels at the factory, this has caused abnormal wear .
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