NHTSA Recall 96V071000: Ignition (electrical system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,900,000 vehicles. It affects 18 models including the Ford Aerostar.
| NHTSA campaign | 96V071000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION |
| Report received | April 25, 1996 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 1996 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Safety 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.
Notes
System: electrical; ignition switch. Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles and light duty trucks. Note: 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 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 96V071000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Aerostar | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Ford Bronco | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 |
| Ford Crown Victoria | 1988, 1989 |
| Ford Escort | 1988, 1989, 1990 |
| Ford Exp | 1988 |
| Ford F-150 | 1991 |
| Ford F-250 | 1991 |
| Ford F-350 | 1991 |
| Ford F150 | 1988, 1989, 1990 |
| Ford F250 | 1988, 1989, 1990 |
| Ford F350 | 1988, 1989, 1990 |
| Ford Mustang | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Ford Tempo | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Ford Thunderbird | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Lincoln Town Car | 1988, 1989 |
| Mercury Cougar | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Mercury Grand Marquis | 1988, 1989 |
| Mercury Topaz | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.