1991 Ford Aerostar electrical problems

67 complaints (30% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 67
of this car's complaints: 30%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Ignition: switch
29
Wiring: front underhood
12
Ignition
10
Wiring: interior/under dash
6
Alternator/generator/regulator
4
Wiring
3
Starter assembly: solenoid
1
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Aerostar electrical problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Ford Aerostar electrical

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

Fire or smoke 33

Related recalls

Electrical system: ignitionReported April 25, 1996 · 7,900,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Risk: This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

Recall number 96V071000 · Recall details

What 1991 Ford Aerostar owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 11, 2017 · Electrical · CA

I had my starter replaced breaks and relay and it still having problems with the electrical system I cannot even turn on my headlights

Filed May 16, 2005 · Electrical · MN · fire

I owned a 1991 ford aerostar which burst into flames and was destroyed. I have been bounced around trying to get satisfactions but since there was an ongoing class action law suit have not received any compensation. The consumers wife noticed smoke coming from the steering column. The consumer pulled over, ran to call the fire department, but by the time he returned the vehicle was fully engulfed in flames. Updated 04/14/10.

Filed Jun 26, 2001 · Electrical · OH · fire

This vehicle was driven for 20 minutes when a strong odor of plastic burning was smelled. This vehicle was parked when white smoke was noticed coming out from under the hood. A few seconds passed when the vehicle caught fire and was totally involved. This vehicle was totaled.

Filed May 15, 2001 · Electrical · FL · fire

No summary listed for above vehicle.

Filed Dec 29, 2000 · Electrical · CA · fire

Vehicle was totaled. No safety defect mentioned in summary.

Filed Oct 15, 2000 · Electrical · VA · fire

No summary( dot number: )

Filed Oct 15, 2000 · Electrical · VA · fire

No summary( dot number: )

Filed Oct 12, 2000 · Electrical · VA · fire

Vehicle caught on fire in under dash. Vehicle was totaled. Dealer could not determine the cause of the fire. *ak the 1991 ford aerostar had a recall for the ignition column (96v‑071). The dealer claims to have fixed it but it caught fire.

Filed Aug 5, 1999 · Electrical · PA · fire

No summary

Filed Jul 21, 1999 · Electrical · MI · fire

While driving at 30 MPH smelled some smoke, and pulled over, lifted the hood and there was a fire within the alternator and harness. Consumer and someone else used put the fire out.

Questions about the 1991 Ford Aerostar electrical

Does the 1991 Ford Aerostar have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 67 complaints about the electrical of the 1991 Ford Aerostar, 30% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1991 Ford Aerostar electrical problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Ford Aerostar electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 96V071000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Aerostar have the most electrical problems?

The Ford Aerostar model years with the most electrical complaints are 1993 (99 complaints), 1994 (69 complaints) and 1991 (67 complaints).