Does the 1996 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, service brakes, air, power train, equipment, latches/locks/linkages. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1996 Ford Aerostar recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Ford Aerostar?

104 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1996 Ford Aerostar recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1996 Ford Aerostar. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Ford been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

1996 Ford Aerostar recalls, newest first

March 13, 2006NHTSA 06E0220007,440 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain Ford, daimlerchrysler, and Jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, AC delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from July 27, 2005 through January 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
Consequence: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Affinia (brake parts, Inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 9, 1999NHTSA 99V029000762,201 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition › Switch

Summary: Vehicle description: mini vans. These vehicles were produced with a higher than specified electrical load through the accessory power feed circuit. The potential for contact between the B2 (battery), A2 (accessory), and P1 (proof) circuits can occur, creating a short circuit, allowing current to flow through the ground wire.
Consequence: This can cause over heating and the potential for a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a jumper harness with a relay which will re-route and activate all A2 accessories through the relay.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 8, 1998NHTSA 98E01000023,500 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Disc › Rotor

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

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.
Remedy: 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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 13, 1997NHTSA 97V20400075,000 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)

Summary: Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. These vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. The powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case. Fluid explusion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive can result.
Consequence: This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 29, 1996NHTSA 96V161000134,770 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment › Other › Labels

Summary: The certification labels on the involved vehicles has incorrect rear tire inflation pressure designations. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Consequence: Incorrect inflation pressures could cause premature wear of the rear tires..
Remedy: Owners will be provided with correct certification labels and instructions for installing these labels. Dealers can install this label if the owner so desires.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 22, 1996NHTSA 96V07000073,500 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch

Summary: When in the secondary latched position, the driver door latches may open when subjected to transverse loads less than that specified in FMVSS no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Consequence: The driver's door, when closed only to the secondary latched position, may not sustain a 1,000 pound transverse load.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver door latch.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 104 complaints about the 1996 Ford Aerostar with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 9
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 7
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Service brakes22
Wheels15
Wheels › Rim8
Hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor6
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch6

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Questions

Does the 1996 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?: 6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, service brakes, air, power train, equipment, latches/locks/linkages. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1996 Ford Aerostar recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Ford Aerostar?: 104 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.