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NHTSA recall 99V094000

Power Train · Ford Motor Company

April 28, 1999report date
10,951units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: (this includes all 1992 awd aerostars not previously included in safety recall 97V-204/97s83). 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…

Why it matters: 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.

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All model years NHTSA lists

1992 Ford Aerostar.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V094000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.