CarRecallWatchThe 1990 Ford Aerostar has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 195 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 57 fires, 20 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (61 reports).
1990 Ford Aerostar recalls
Most common 1990 Ford Aerostar problems
Problem areas named in the 195 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 61 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 35 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 29 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Visibility | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
| Structure | 4 |
What owners report
1990 FORD AEROSTAR. CONSUMER STATES SUDDEN ACCELERATION NEARLY 20 YEARS AGO, THAT CAUSED OVER $1,000 IN DAMAGE. TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING. *JB
1990 FORD AEROSTAR HAD CRACK IN FUEL TANK CAUSING CONSUMER TO REPLACE THE TANK. ***NO ANSWER REQUIRED*** *TS THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN DEC 1998 REGARDING THE GAS TANK, HOWEVER AT THE TIME HE WAS NOT EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE GAS TANK. THE CONSUMER IS NOW REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE GAS TANK THAT HE HAD TO REPLACE. *JB
MY 1990 FORD AEROSTAR WAS LEAKING GASOLINE. THE FUMES WOULD OVERCOME YOU WHILE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. AFTER THE VAN SAT FOR A SHORT TIME GAS WOULD BE ALL OVER THE GROUND FROM THE LEAK. I PAID A FORD DEALER TO REPLACE THE TANK NOT KNOWING THERE WAS A RECALL. THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY WAS IMPORTANT ENOUGH THAT I PAID THIS MONEY OUT OF MY POCKET. NOW FORD IS TELLING ME THAT MY VIN DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL. SO I AM NOT EVEN ELIGIBLE FOR A REIMBURSEMENT. PLEASE HELP. THANK YOU CARING FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL DRIVERS. *NM THE ASSIGNED IDENTIFICATION NUMBER FOR THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN 98V-190000 FORD RECALL NO. 98M03. *TT THE CONSUMER REQUESTED REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE CRACKED GAS TANK. FOR
BRAKING SYSTEM -- MASTER CYLINDER
CONSUMER REQUESTING INFORMATION ON WHETHER OR NOT THERE WERE ANY RECALLS FOR VAN. *MR THE RECALLS ARE AS FOLLOWED: #96V071000, 98V190000, 91V189000, 91V164000, 90V144000, 98E010000, 98E010000 AND A RECALL ON THE TIRE TEMPORARY SPARE. *SC
1990 Ford Aerostar questions
Does the 1990 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1990 Ford Aerostar: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Electrical System:Ignition; Power Train:Automatic Transmission; Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1990 Ford Aerostar?
Based on 195 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (61), Power Train (37), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (35).
How do I check if a recall on my 1990 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.