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1992 Ford Aerostar

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

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Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Other

Transport Canada recall 2001193 · manufacturer campaign 01M06

16 July 2001

Transport Canada lists: Aerostar 1990–1997 · Explorer 1991–1994

What is wrong

Certain vehicles, from Ontario to Newfoundland, could experience a corrosion related failure of the spare tire winch cable. If the cable breaks while the vehicle is being driven, the spare tire could drop down, potentially creating a roadway obstacle.

What the dealer will do

Owners are to inspect the cable, and if corrosion or broken wire strands are present the vehicle is to be taken to a dealer for replacement of the winch assembly. Program ends September 30, 2003.

139,310 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety TC

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 1999078 · manufacturer campaign 99S13

6 May 1999

Transport Canada lists: Aerostar 1992

What is wrong

On certain all wheel drive vehicles, extended operation at speeds of over 130 KPH may result in structural failure of the transmission/transfer case assembly. This could result in fluid expulsion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive. Fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source, could cause a vehicle fire and driveshaft separation may lead to loss of vehicle control.

What the dealer will do

Transfer case housing will be replaced and steel driveshaft will be replaced with an aluminum driveshaft.

1,463 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 1999032 · manufacturer campaign 99S02

2 March 1999

Transport Canada lists: Aerostar 1992–1997

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a short circuit could occur at the A2 accessory terminal in the ignition switch of these vehicles when the switch is in the "on" position causing overheating and the potential for a vehicle fire.

What the dealer will do

A jumper harness with a relay will be installed which will re-route and activate all A2 accessories through the relay.

118,156 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 1997207 · manufacturer campaign 97S83

20 November 1997

Transport Canada lists: Aerostar 1992–1997

What is wrong

On certain Aerostar AWD vehicles, extended operation at speeds of over 130 kph may result in structural failure of the transmission/transfer case assembly. This could result in fluid expulsion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive. Fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire and driveshaft separation may lead to loss of vehicle control.

What the dealer will do

Transfer case extension housing will be replaced and steel driveshaft will be replaced with an aluminum driveshaft.

22,467 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 1992 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 4 recalls on record for the 1992 Ford Aerostar. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.