Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Aspire

Table 1 shows six common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford Aspire. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the differential unit (one problem).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 Ford Aspire

The Automatic Transmission problem

The automatic transmission is malfunctioning causing the gears to lock up which resulted in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the problem.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

While driving suddenly heard alot of loud noise and clunking. Contacted dealer, they fixed it under warranty and gave consumer another 12,000 miles of warranty. It happened again after about 33,000 miles. Consumer determined that the front differential went out.   Read details...

The Axle Assembly problem

After fred first mechanic repaired transaxle, I examined the four spider gears from the differential. They were worn completely, as if from severe abuse. However, I am the sole driver and I know there was no abuse.   Read details...


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