Ford Aerostar owners have reported 23 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission column shift (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
This was second time that vehicle took off forward while shift lever was in reverse. Once vehicle took off, consumer lost control and went through some bushes, and almost went into a building. Consumer felt someone could have been killed. Read details...
Vehicle will not run properly due to the transfer case being defective. There is a loud noise when driving. Contacted dealer, and the dealer noted that vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. Read details...
The contact owns a 1996 Ford Aerostar. While driving approximately 50 mph the front drivers side tire began to vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the transfer case would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...
Ford recommends incorrect adjustment of rear brakes, which causes overheating of drums and eventual failure of axle seals, axle bearings, and tire on the rim attached to the brake drum. Ford stipulates that brake shoes are to be touching drum when brakes are adjusted. Read details...
: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to a tire dealer for replacement of the tires. After the tires were replaced and vehicle was being driven home at 45mph, the vehicle hesitated as if the gears were not changing properly. Read details...