Is the Ford Aerostar Reliable?
1986–1997 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ford Aerostar Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 3 | 51 | 2 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 1996 | 3 | 66 | 6 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 1995 | 3 | 106 | 10 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 1994 | 3 | 186 | 19 | 8 | 0 | Poor |
| 1993 | 2 | 320 | 23 | — | 50 | Fair |
| 1992 | 3 | 234 | 26 | 4 | 13 | Poor |
| 1991 | 2 | 175 | 8 | — | 56 | Fair |
| 1990 | 5 | 153 | 13 | — | 39 | Poor |
| 1989 | 4 | 177 | 13 | 4 | 12 | Poor |
| 1988 | 3 | 118 | 8 | 1 | 43 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Aerostar Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Aerostar scores 34 points below the average minivan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Ford Aerostar Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1586 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Aerostar reliable?+
The Ford Aerostar scores 37/100 on our reliability index — rated "Poor." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 31 recall campaigns and 1586 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Aerostar is most reliable?+
Reliability varies by model year. Check the year-by-year table above for a direct comparison.
How many miles does a Aerostar last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford Aerostar owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Aerostar will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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