MYRModel Year Report

1994 Ford Aspire

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1994 Ford Aspire
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:40:58.169Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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 Aspire Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1994 highlighted. 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1994: 54 complaints 1994 1995: 64 complaints 1995 1996: 33 complaints 1996 1997: 60 complaints 1997
1994: 54 complaints
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YearComplaints
19871
199454
199564
199633
199760

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 26%

26% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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WENT OFF ROAD INTO GORGE AND DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950515

WENT OFF ROAD INTO GORGE AND PASSENGERS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950515

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 11%

11% of complaints: exterior lighting — 6 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY 7%

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

STEERING 6%

6% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
POWER TRAIN 4%

4% of complaints: power train — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19941125 — fuel system, gasoline

THE FUEL SUPPLY, RETURN AND VAPOR HOSES OR LINES CAN CONTACT OR HAVE INADEQUATE CLEARANCE WITH THE SURROUNDING COMPONENTS DUE TO IMPROPER POSITIONING DURING ASSEMBLY.

Remedy: THE FUEL LINES WILL BE REPOSITIONED. ANY DAMAGED RUBBER HOSES WILL BE REPLACED. STEEL FUEL LINES WILL HAVE THE CORROSION PROTECTION REPAIRED IF NEEDED.

Campaign 94V186000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19941230 — equipment

THE DATES OF MANUFACTURE WERE OMITTED ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH PART 567, "CERTIFICATION."

Remedy: A COMPLETE CERTIFICATION LABEL WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE OWNER OR WILL BE INSTALLED FOR THE OWNER BY THE DEALER, IF NECESSARY.

Campaign 94V141000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19970728 — PE (closed 19971128)

STEERING WHEEL/COLUMN LOCKUP

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1994 Ford Aspire — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V186000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 94V141000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 Ford Aspire reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1994 Ford Aspire?

The most-reported component is air bags:frontal, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Ford Aspire have?

2 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.