1997 FORD AEROSTAR PROBLEMS

1997 FORD AEROSTAR PROBLEMS

Model Trims

Aerostar 3.0 EFI V6 XL (135 Hp)

Aerostar 3.0 EFI V6 XL (135 Hp) Automatic

Aerostar 3.0i V6 (147 Hp)

Aerostar 3.0i V6 (147 Hp) Automatic

Aerostar 4.0 V6 Long 4 WD XL (155 Hp)

Aerostar 4.0 V6 XL (155 Hp)

Aerostar 4.0 V6 XL (155 Hp) Automatic

1997 FORD AEROSTAR PROBLEMS

Issues by Year

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Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Rear Hatch Issues:

    • Rear hatch anchor stud breakage
    • Automatic fuel cutoff failure

  • 2. Brake Issues:

    • Excessive wear of front brake pads and shoes/rotors
    • Intermittent brake failure
    • Brake pedal going to the floor
    • Brake pedal acceleration issue

  • 3. Electrical Issues:

    • Recall repair policy dissatisfaction
    • Key stuck in the ignition switch
    • Electrical harness burning
    • Sudden acceleration issues due to electrical problems
    • Recall work denied due to lack of parts

  • 4. Wheel/Rim Issues:

    • Rim spokes cracking
    • Complete loss of power due to cable release
    • Wheel and rim cracks

  • 5. Transmission/Transfer Case Issues:

    • Transmission leak and overdrive failure
    • Transfer case malfunction and loud noise

  • 6. Airbag Issues:

    • Airbags not deploying in collision

  • 7. Safety Lock Issues:

    • Lack of child safety lock on sliding door
    • A child can open vehicle door as no safety lock is available

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