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1998 Ford Aerostar: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 1998 Ford Aerostar: 0 recalls, 4 owner complaints.

0vehicle recalls
4owner complaints
2mention a crash
–best combined mpg
1998 Ford Aerostar
Photo: Cutlass · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 1998 Ford Aerostar yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1998 Ford Aerostar.

eManualOnline Download (PDF), keep forever

Closest thing to the factory manual for most years. Pay once, keep it.

Most $25–$78, one-time
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Mitchell 1 DIY Online access, factory-level data

Pro-shop repair procedures, wiring diagrams and TSBs for your exact car.

From $19.99/mo · $39.99/yr
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ALLDATAdiy Online access, factory OEM info

OEM procedures, specs and recall/TSB info, the same source many shops use.

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.

Books ~$30–$40 · AllAccess $34.99/mo
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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Electrical1
Speed control / throttle1
Airbags1
Fuel system1

What owners describe

The 1998 Ford Aerostar has 4 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 11 Aerostar model years for complaints (well below the 155 average). Neighboring years: 1997 (63 complaints, 3 recalls), 1999 (7 complaints, 0 recalls).

FAQ

Does the 1998 Ford Aerostar have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 1998 Ford Aerostar. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 1998 Ford Aerostar problems?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (1), speed control / throttle (1), airbags (1).

Where can I get a 1998 Ford Aerostar repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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