1992-1997 Ford Aerostar recall: switch
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on February 9, 1999. It covers about 762,201 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 762,201
- reported
- Feb 9, 1999
- owners notified
- Mar 19, 1999
- related complaints
- 294
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 99V029000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 294 complaints about electrical problems.
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Questions about recall 99V029000
Is there a recall on the 1992-1997 Ford Aerostar switch?
Yes. Recall 99V029000, reported on February 9, 1999, covers about 762,201 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V029000?
Dealers will install a jumper harness with a relay which will re-route and activate all a2 accessories through the relay.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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