Consumer states of having problems with the rims on her vehicle. Dealer was contacted. Mr. Consumer was infomred a new battery was needed, the vehicle was leaking coolant, and the engine light was on.
1997 Ford Aspire electrical problems
12 complaints (20% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Ignition4
- Wiring: front underhood3
- Alternator/generator/regulator3
- 12v/24v/48v battery2
- Starter assembly1
- Ignition: switch1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford Aspire electrical problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1997 Ford Aspire owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving radio, and all electrical powered units went out. Smoke was noticed coming from under hood. Vehicle was pulled over, and there was a fire under hood that appeared to start near wire harness. Fire was put out by fire department. Ford has not been contacted.
Distributor shorted out/ multi fuction switch malfuctioned/ alternator malfuction altenator broke off housing.
Had battery, fuel pump, and even starter replaced numerous times with no results. Dealership has been uncooperative, worried more about money than solving problem.
Have had recent oil leak and as of 08/24/00 white smoke blowing out of exhaust engine light continues on.. I have had airconditioning leaking into passanger side so it cant be used, I have always maintained my car at every 3 months.. The brake problem was noticed first month I owed car and only when it rained which caused a wreck on 09/99 due to no brakes at that time. Have had front breaks replaced. Mechanic said he couldnt see any wear on them but need replaced.. My turn signals fuses replaced about 4 or 5 times , 3 wks ago had them replaced and now have no turn signals. ..( dot number: tire size: 16570/13 )
Have had problem since the first day I bought this car, continue to have problems.. Am now leaking oil and losing coolant
While traveling on the highway during rush hour at 15 MPH or less ABS light & air bag light started blinking. Also, radio went dead and vehicle stopped running. Noticed smoke from hood. Towed to dealer ,and was informed of an electrical meltdown.
The ignition system inside the destributor has gone out on my car 4 times under warranty.
Vehicle experienced "loose gears in the transmission system where the dealer had to replace the gears. Also, airbag light came on, and dealer replaced it, but problem still exists. In addition, key breaks in the door locks/ vehicle idles and stalls unexpectedly/driver's seat is very loose, dealer tightened the seat,but problem is still occurring/, and all doors were not aligned properly. Occupant needed to slam the door and cut her finger. Please provide further information.
Distributor cap failed several times.
Questions about the 1997 Ford Aspire electrical
Does the 1997 Ford Aspire have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the electrical of the 1997 Ford Aspire, 20% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1997 Ford Aspire electrical problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford Aspire electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 1997 Ford Aspire problems
Airbags 14Engine 11Fuel system 11Transmission 7Brakes 5Wheels 4Body 3Steering 3Lights 2Tires 2Visibility 2Acceleration 1Locks 1Seats 1Suspension 1
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