1995 Ford Aerostar

● Typical for this model
1995 Ford Aerostar
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:04:00.840Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Aerostar Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 53 complaints 1987: 114 complaints 1987 1988: 177 complaints 1989: 260 complaints 1989 1990: 195 complaints 1991: 223 complaints 1991 1992: 317 complaints 1993: 374 complaints 1993 1994: 257 complaints 1995: 157 complaints 1995 1996: 104 complaints 1997: 63 complaints 1997 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 7 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000
1995: 157 complaints
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YearComplaints
19850
198653
1987114
1988177
1989260
1990195
1991223
1992317
1993374
1994257
1995157
1996104
199763
19984
19997
20006

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
POWER TRAIN 5%

5% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
AIR BAGS 5%

5% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER STATES THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WITH A LIGHT POLE AT 27 MPH AND THE FRONTAL DRIVER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOYED. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20020923

VAN WAS TOTAL LOSS. DRIVERS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT, SEAT BELTS ALSO CAME UNLATCHED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951204

VAN WAS TOTAL LOSS. PASSENGERS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT, SEAT BELTS ALSO CAME UNLATCHED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19951204

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 4%

4% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN 4%

4% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19950210 — equipment

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.

Remedy: 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 C

Campaign 94V239000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19950407 — equipment

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 VEHIC

Remedy: 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 LA

Campaign 95V037000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19980216 — power train

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

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW TRANSFER CASE REAR OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING AND AN ALUMINUM DRIVESHAFT WILL BE INSTALLED.

Campaign 97V204000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19980415 — service brakes, air

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 F

Campaign 98E010000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19980714 — EA (closed 19990212)

FUEL SENDER ASSEMBLY FIRES

I 19980731 — RQ (closed 19990107)

TRANSFER CASES AND REAR DRIVESHAFT

I 19990107 — EA (closed 20001114)

TRANSFER CASES AND REAR DRIVE SHAFT

R 19990319 — electrical system

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

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A JUMPER HARNESS WITH A RELAY WHICH WILL RE-ROUTE AND ACTIVATE ALL A2 ACCESSORIES THROUGH THE RELAY.

Campaign 99V029000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19990407 — electrical system

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 IMMOBIL

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 99V028000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20060320 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 BRAN

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 1-800-32

Campaign 06E022000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 Ford Aerostar — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V239000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 95V037000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 97V204000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 98E010000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V029000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99V028000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E022000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1986 ▲ 1997 ▲ 1996

WORST YEARS

■ 1993 ◆ 1992 ◆ 1989

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Ford Aerostar reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Ford Aerostar is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford Aerostar?

The most-reported component is electrical system:ignition:switch, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Ford Aerostar have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.