1986 Ford Aerostar

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

9 recalls · 17 investigations · oldest first

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   1986-03-03Suspension86V006000 There may be inadequate welding in some underbody structural areas, including those at the rear suspension attachments, which may cause it to separate.

   Remedy: Reinforce suspect weld locations and modify to prevent weld failure.

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   1986-10-09Fuel system, gasoline86V123000 Fuel tanks may have been scored or penetrated when floor pan mounting holes for the partitions were drilled.

   Remedy: Replace fuel tanks as necessary.

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   1987-05-07Engineering analysisClosed 1987-09-24 Engine compartment fires
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   1987-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-04 Rear brake lockup
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   1987-10-12Fuel system, gasoline87V139000 Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.

   Remedy: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.

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   1988-02-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-04-27 Crnkshft pulley bolt failr
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   1988-03-04Engineering analysisClosed 1988-09-15 Rear brake lockup
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   1988-03-23Engineering analysisClosed 1989-07-31 Door falls off
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   1988-04-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-09-15 Fuel leakage
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    1988-05-11Engineering analysisClosed 1989-01-23 Under seat fires
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    1988-07-01Electrical system88V091000 Vehicles equipped with trailer tow package have a trailer taillight relay assembly that contains wires of smaller gauge than the fuse link which protects the circuit.

    Remedy: Installation of a relay with wires of gauge adequate to protect the circuit.

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    1988-09-15Engineering analysisClosed 1990-05-11 Filler pipe seal
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    1988-10-13Seats88V145000 Wiring for the power lumbar seat system was routed directly beneath the seat cushion springs and may be abraded by the springs.

    Remedy: Install a fuse within the power lumbar electrical circuit.

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    1988-11-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-03-23 Windshield wiper motor
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    1988-12-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-08-03 Seat belt cutting
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    1989-02-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-07-20 Power steering locking
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    1989-03-23Engineering analysisClosed 1990-05-04 Windshield wiper motor
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    1989-08-03Engineering analysisClosed 1990-04-05 Safety belt fraying
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    1990-01-26Seat belts89V226000 Vans were produced without plastic cover designed to cover outboard seat back pivot hinge allowing webbing of front passenger-side safety belts to become abraded or cut due to contact with exposed…

    Remedy: Install plastic pivot cover; replace belts as necessary.

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    1990-04-06Fuel system, gasoline90V021000 Insufficient interference fit between fuel tank filler pipe and grommet could result in an inadequate seal which could allow fuel to seep from the joint.

    Remedy: Install a revised design grommet.

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    1990-08-31Engineering analysisClosed 1991-12-31 Throttle sticking
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    1990-10-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-02-01 Liftgate failure
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    1991-02-01Engineering analysisClosed 1991-09-20 Liftgate failure
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    1991-09-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-11-08 Park pawl bending
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    1998-04-15Service brakes, air98E010000 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.

    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…

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    2007-10-15Fuel system, gasoline07E064000 Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the…

    Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.

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Is the 1986 Ford Aerostar reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1986 Ford Aerostar is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Ford Aerostar?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Ford Aerostar have?

9 recalls on file for this model year.