MYRModel Year Report

1994 Ford Aspire

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1994 Ford Aspire
RENDERED 2026-09-16T16:52:36.549Z

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: 55 complaints 1994 1995: 64 complaints 1995 1996: 33 complaints 1996 1997: 60 complaints 1997
1994: 55 complaints
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YearComplaints
19871
199455
199564
199633
199760

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

AIR BAGS 27%

27% of complaints: air bags — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.

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

VISIBILITY 13%

13% of complaints: visibility — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield and windshield wiper/washer.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 11%

11% of complaints: exterior lighting — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights.

POWER TRAIN 11%

11% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and lubricant.

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and linkages.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER WAS DRIVING AND THE TIE ROD BROKE AND CAUSE ACCIDENT LOSS OF STEERING. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950404

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 (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (6 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, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 Ford Aspire have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.