1995 Ford Aerostar Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Aerostar years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 157 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Ford Aerostar. That is the most of any Aerostar model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (37 complaints, 24%), typically at around 150,000 miles. Complaints mention 16 crashes, 19 fires, 19 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 157owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 16complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Ford Aerostar problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 37 | 24% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 22 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 7% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 10 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 9 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 6 | 4% | 120,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 3% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 5 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3% | 170,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 148,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 165,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 Ford Aerostar recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Problem: Vehicle description: mini vans. Heat generation in the wiring harness to the fuel pump/sender assembly can cause an electrical short. The vehicle could experience a loss of power and become immobilized and the fuel gauge may be erratic.
Risk: Heat damage, including melting or charring of the fuel pump and sender assembly wire harness and associated wiring harnesses can also result. The short circuit could also have the potential for a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a fused jumper harness in the fuel pump ground circuit that will be installed at the fuel pump inertia shut-off switch.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: 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: This can cause over heating and the potential for a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a jumper harness with a relay which will re-route and activate all a2 accessories through the relay.
Power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Problem: 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 loss of vehicle drive can result.
Risk: This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: The certification label on these vehicles have incorrect rear tire sizes listed. P215/70r14sl should be p215/75r14sl. This does not comply with fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: the incorrectly sized rear tire would not have sufficient load capacity for the vehicle's specified gross axle weight rating, increasing the potential for premature tire failure.
Fix: Owners will be mailed a supplementary label containing the correct rear tire information and instructions for installing the label on their vehicles. If owners prefer, their dealer can install the label for them.
Equipment:mechanical:carrier/rack
Problem: The spare tire supplied with the vehicle can contact the brake lines on the rear axle if it is mounted in the underbody spare tire carrier. Such contact could result in fracture of a rear brake line.
Risk: This can result in reduced vehicle brake capability.
Fix: Dealers will install a lower profile mini-spare tire on the existing mini-spare wheel. The new tire will allow the mini-spare to be installed with appropriate clearances in the underbody spare tire carrier.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Transfer cases and rear drive shaft (EA99002) — opened Jan 7, 1999, closed Nov 14, 2000, led to recall 99V094000.
- Transfer cases and rear driveshaft (RQ98012) — opened Jul 31, 1998, closed Jan 7, 1999, led to recall 97V204000.
- Fuel sender assembly fires (EA98016) — opened Jul 14, 1998, closed Feb 12, 1999, led to recall 99V028000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 ford aerostar. After refueling the vehicle, the contact detected a strong fuel odor around the vehicle. The contact discovered that the fuel tank was leaking fuel. In addition, the fuel strap and the fuel inlet were cracked. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 ford aerostar. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact opened the hood and noticed that the fuel lines were extremely hot before they burst into flames. The contact sustained a burned right hand. The fire department stated that the fuel…
Went to install car seat in three row, passenger side and the seat belt came unlatched. It will not stay buckled at all. Went to a dealership and they want to charge us over $100 for buckle and an hours worth of labor. We are due in 2 weeks with third child and that is the only spot left in the van…
At approximately 12:00 am 6/23/06, i was driving from albany, tx to dallas, tx on highway 180... And the tread on my right rear tire separated from the rest of the tire. The tire is a bridgestone turanza. I was doing between 70 and 75 at the time and the vehicle was totally out of control until i…
Dt: the caller said ignition failed. She said a year ago that the vehicle started by itself without a key. She stated that currently she had intermittent trouble starting the vehicle. The lights on the dashboard will come on but the vehicle will not start. Dealer said vehicle was not recalled. They…
Other Ford Aerostar years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Aerostar | 6 | 0 |
| 1999 Aerostar | 7 | 0 |
| 1998 Aerostar | 4 | 0 |
| 1997 Aerostar | 63 | 3 |
| 1996 Aerostar | 104 | 4 |
| 1995 | 157 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Aerostar?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 37 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Ford Aerostar?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 Ford Aerostar a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Aerostar model years, the 1995 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.