The 1987 Ford Aerostar has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 114 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 45 fires, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (43 reports).
1987 Ford Aerostar recalls
Most common 1987 Ford Aerostar problems
Problem areas named in the 114 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 43 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 24 |
| Seat Belts | 19 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 3 |
What owners report
TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. THE TRANSMISSION CONTINUED TO FAIL. THE CONSUMER HAS REPLACED THREE TRANSMISSION. *NLM
PASSENGER'S SEAT BACK FAILED, STAYING IN THE RECLINING POSITION DUE TO METAL FRAME INSIDE SEATBACK BREAKING. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE DISENAGES FROM THE LOCKING MECHANISM. *JG
WHILE DRIVING SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. PULLED OVER AND LIFTED UP HOOD. NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL WIRING. BEFORE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED, ENTIRE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS IN FLAMES. FRONT OF VEHICLE/ INSIDE AND OUTSIDE WAS TOTALED.*AK
VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AND AT ANY TIME. TO DEALER TWICE, CANNOT REMEDY PROBLEM. *AK
1987 Ford Aerostar questions
Does the 1987 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1987 Ford Aerostar: Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate:Support Device/Strut; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; 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 1987 Ford Aerostar?
Based on 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (43), Engine And Engine Cooling (24), Seat Belts (19).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 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.