Recall 97V-204
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1992 to 1997 Ford Aerostar: Power train (transfer case (4-wheel drive)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-204
- Reported
- November 13, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 75,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: all wheel drive passenger minivans. These vehicles can develop powertrain bending resonance or transfer case output shaft bushing displacement. The powertrain bending resonance or the output shaft bushing displacement can result in structural failure of the transmission and/or transfer case. Fluid explusion, driveshaft separation or loss of vehicle drive can result.
The risk
This condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, and, if the expelled fluid contacts the exhaust system, a vehicle fire could occur.
The fix
Dealers will install a new transfer case rear output shaft bushing and an aluminum driveshaft will be installed.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification is expected to begin february 16,1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford Aerostar 1992 to 1997