Recall 99V-029
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1992 to 1997 Ford Aerostar: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-029
- Reported
- February 9, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 762,201 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The risk
This can cause over heating and the potential for a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a jumper harness with a relay which will re-route and activate all a2 accessories through the relay.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began march 19, 1999.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 contactford at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Aerostar 1992 to 1997