1986 Ford Aerostar Recalls
What To Do If Your Aerostar Has Been Recalled
The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1986 Aerostar take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.
- Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
- Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
- Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.
Recent 1986 Aerostar Recalls
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Certain federal-mogul aftermarket fuel pumps sold under the brand names of carter, accuflow, Napa, truflow, parts depo, and parts master, shipped between August 2006 and July 2007 for use on the vehicles listed above. The fuel pump diaphragm in certain production runs may have been improperly installed or inadequately tested which may cause the fuel pump to leak.
Consequence: A leaking fuel pump could create a vehicle fire hazard.
Fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners and replace the defective fuel pumps free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners can contact federal-mogul at 248-354-7700.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E064000 »
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SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Equipment description: Aftermarket brake rotors for use on certain Ford and Mazda trucks. Cracked castings caused cracks to appear on the outer diameter of the rotor hat or around the stud hole.
Consequence: Loss of braking can result.
Fix: Aimco will reimburse consumers/installers for the cost of replacement rotors and installation. Consumers are requested to return to the location where the rotors were originally purchased/installed for replacement.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #98E010000 »
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Insufficient interference fit between fuel tank filler pipe and grommet could result in an inadequate seal which could allow fuel to seep from the joint.
Consequence: In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage could result in a fire.
Fix: Install a revised design grommet.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #90V021000 »
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SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Vans were produced without plastic cover designed to cover outboard seat back pivot hinge allowing webbing of front passenger-side safety belts to become abraded or cut due to contact with exposed hinge.
Consequence: Damage to belt webbing could weaken belts to point offailure increasing risk of injury in an accident or a sudden stop.
Fix: Install plastic pivot cover; replace belts as necessary.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #89V226000 »
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SEATS Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Wiring for the power lumbar seat system was routed directly beneath the seat cushion springs and may be abraded by the springs.
Consequence: This could result in a short circuit which may createsufficient heat to start a fire in the seat cushion pad and/or trim cover.
Fix: Install a fuse within the power lumbar electrical circuit.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #88V145000 »
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Vehicles equipped with trailer tow package have a trailer taillight relay assembly that contains wires of smaller gauge than the fuse link which protects the circuit.
Consequence: Should a short circuit occur in the wiring within therelay or if water intrusion occurs the smaller gauge wire in the relay willfunction as a fuse link and overheat. The possibility exists for a fire if thewires are exposed to combustible materials.
Fix: Installation of a relay with wires of gauge adequate to protect the circuit.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #88V091000 »
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
Consequence: Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
Fix: Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #87V139000 »
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: Fuel tanks may have been scored or penetrated when floor pan mounting holes for the partitions were drilled. Consequence of defect: Fuel leakage may occur and in the presence of an ignition source, the potential for a fire would exist.
Consequence:
Fix: Replace fuel tanks as necessary.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V123000 »
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SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY Recall for 1986 Ford Aerostar
Summary: There may be inadequate welding in some underbody structural areas, including those at the rear suspension attachments, which may cause it to separate. Consequence of defect: If rear suspension attachments should separate from the underbody during vehicle use, the axle could shift during acceleration or braking and may adversely affect the steering control which may lead to an accident.
Consequence:
Fix: Reinforce suspect weld locations and modify to prevent weld failure.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #86V006000 »