Suspension Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar

Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Ford Aerostar

Problem Category Number of Problems
Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems
1
Suspension problems
1

Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem #1

While driving the right front wheel bearing failed, causing damage to the front spindle assembly, brake rotor, caliper and ball joints.

Suspension problem #2

Vibration at different speeds along with noisy droning experienced within weeks of new purchase. Several attempts to effect repairs at dealer resulted in one repair attempt which promptly reverted back to high level of vibration and droning at 50 - 55 mph and most apparent at above 60 mph. Dealer has done tire balancing, rotation, rear axle components replacement, drive shaft balancing and numerous test drives, all without affecting the drive train vibration and noise.


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