1990 Ford Aerostar brakes problems

27 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). 8 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 27
of this car's complaints: 14%
crashes: 8
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
14
Foundation components: master cylinder
8
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
4
Foundation components: disc: pads
2
Foundation components
2
Power assist: vacuum
1
Pedals and linkages
1
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Aerostar brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Ford Aerostar brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 9 Brake failure 7

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported December 11, 1989 · 30,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Inability to maintain pressure in the secondary system of the master cylinder (controls braking of rear wheels) could increase brake pedal travel and reduce brake performance at temperatures less than 40 degrees.
Risk: This would cause reduced braking effectiveness andincreased stopping distance that could result in a crash or collision.
Remedy: Install new design master cylinder incorporating a redesigned seal.

Recall number 89V223000 · Recall details

What 1990 Ford Aerostar owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 16, 2005 · Body, Brakes · MD

Braking system -- master cylinder

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 12,000 miles · GA

The vehicle is experiencing the failures described in the master cylinder pistons recall 89v223000. In addition, the ABS light comes on. Also, the vehicle is experiencing the failure described in the ignition switch recall 96v071000 but this vehicle not included in recall due to VIN.

Filed Nov 21, 2003 · Brakes · 190,000 miles · OH · crash

The rear anti lock brakes have malfunctioned, causing the brakes to lock. As a result the steering lock and the vehicle lost control. No report of airbag deployment. Please provide additional information.

Filed Sep 21, 2001 · Brakes · MO

Master cylinder loses pressure and brake pedal goes to the floor, stops vehicle very little. Consumer may try it next time and brakes will work fine. This problem is intermittent. Consumer contacted ford about recall on brakes. Ford stated that there were no recall on brakes. Ford file#9005975796. *ak

Filed Sep 21, 2000 · Brakes · AR

No summary

Filed May 17, 1999 · Brakes · LA

When brakes are applied in rain and ABS comes on, rear brakes lock up and will not come loose until vehicle has come to a complete stop. Dealer can't find a solution. *ak

Filed Mar 9, 1999 · Brakes · WI · 1 injury

Possible master cylinder failure caused brake pedal to go to the floor when backing up resulting in driver hitting a pedestrian and a parked car.

Filed Dec 17, 1998 · Brakes, Fuel system · IL

Consumer has multiple problems with vehicle. A/c "o" rings leaked freon/front brake rotors warped all around prior to recall 98eo10000)/transmission continuously humming, (mr-91s41)/fuel strongly smells inside of vehicle, and ABS light stays on. Dealer and manufacturer contacted and aware of some problems, indicated VIN# does not comply to the recalls. Problems still exists. Provide further information.

Filed Nov 15, 1998 · Brakes · TX

The vehicle is only operated in texas. The design of the brake hose mount and a rubber collar at the steel to hose connection point allowed dirt and moisture to collect and rust the brake line in to. I was pilling in my driveway and was lucky I was not on the highway. This is very dangerous and I have to believe there are many other failures in the us. Thanks

Filed Oct 19, 1998 · Brakes · WA

Anti-lock brakes failed.

Questions about the 1990 Ford Aerostar brakes

Does the 1990 Ford Aerostar have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 27 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 Ford Aerostar, 14% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1990 Ford Aerostar brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1990 Ford Aerostar brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 89V223000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Aerostar have bad brakes?

The Ford Aerostar model years with the most brakes complaints are 1992 (58 complaints), 1993 (58 complaints) and 1991 (34 complaints).