1994 Ford Aerostar vs 1996 Ford Aerostar
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1996 Ford Aerostar |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 257 | 104 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 75 | 104 |
| Investigations | 5 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 28 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Aerostar | Ford Aerostar |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 69 | 12 |
| Power Train | 42 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 44 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 23 | 16 |
| Steering | 20 | 9 |
| Wheels | 4 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 21 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 18 | 0 |
| Overheating | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1994 Ford Aerostar
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.