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4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,750 miles

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1996 Ford Aerostar electrical problems

electrical problem

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1996 Ford Aerostar Owner Comments

problem #4

Dec 112006

Aerostar 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 115,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

: the contact stated while the vehicle was being driven 30 mph, all power failed and the engine stalled. The stalling has also occurred at higher speeds and while the vehicle was immobile. A fuse connected to the battery cables blew. When the fuse was replaced, the engine would restart. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer. The contact was informed the vehicle was not included in recall # 99V029000, for the electrical ignition switch due the VIN even thought vehicle had the same problems. The manufacturer was not notified.

- Lansdowne, PA, USA

problem #3

Mar 231999

Aerostar

  • miles
Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to NHTSA recall 99V029000 and mfr recall 99S02, ignition switch failure. Dealer stated parts were not available. Please provide any further detials. Recall has yet to be corrected.

- Sterling, VA, USA

problem #2

Mar 271999

Aerostar

  • miles
Vehicle was not serviced when brought in for recall repair, dealership told consumer work was completed. (ignition switch)- (99V-029) mjs.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #1

Jan 011996

Aerostar

  • miles
Ignition switch melted, noticed because of starting problem, part is available.

- Oviedo, FL, USA

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