CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Ford Aerostar has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 22 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (23 reports).
1986 Ford Aerostar recalls
Most common 1986 Ford Aerostar problems
Problem areas named in the 53 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 18 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Equipment | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
What owners report
THE GROMMET IN THE FUEL TANK IS LEAKING. FUEL IS ESCAPING FROM THE TANK AND MAY CAUSE A FIRE. THERE IS A CONSTANT ESCAPE OF FUEL MOVING OR STATIONARY. THEREFORE THIS SYSTEM WILL NOT PASS SMOG BECAUSE WHEN PRESSURIZED, IT WILL NOT HOLD AIR. THIS IS A CALIFORNIA REQUIREMENT. IT IS ALSO MOST DANGEROUS. FORD MOTOR CO. WILL NOT CORRECT THIS PROBLEM. THE 9 RECALLS FOR THIS MODEL IS ON YOUR SYSTEM.
TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT 3 YEARS AGO AT FORD DEALER, THEN, IN OCT 2000 WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN. *AK
TRIED TO START VAN AND FIRE STARTED. *AK
POSSIBLE WIRING HARNESS IN THE ENGINE FAILURE RESULTING IN FIRE. NLM
WHEN APPLYING GAS THERE IS NO POWER, AS IF VEHICLE IS IN NEUTRAL. DEALER SAYS THE VEHICLE HAS THE WRONG TRANSMISSION IN IT. *AK
1986 Ford Aerostar questions
Does the 1986 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1986 Ford Aerostar: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Seats; Electrical System:Wiring; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Ford Aerostar?
Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (23), Engine And Engine Cooling (18), Power Train (7).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Ford Aerostar has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.