1997 Ford Aspire engine and engine cooling problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 1997 Ford Aspire — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Consumer states of having problems with the rims on her vehicle. Dealer was contacted. Mr. Consumer was infomred a new battery was needed, the vehicle was leaking coolant, and the engine light was on.*jb”
filed Oct 18, 2002
“This vehicle has been in for a engine check light 4 times in the past six months. Each time, the mechanics claimed a different cause for the codes in memory. The problem is, if it is the catalytic converter, which was replaced at 58481 miles, it is possible for it to cause a vehicle fire. The…”
filed Jan 31, 2001
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Aspire years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 Aspire | 1 | 3% |
| 1995 Aspire | 8 | 13% |
| 1994 Aspire | 5 | 9% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Ford Aspire
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.