Recall 94V-239: 1995 Ford Aerostar

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Dec 1, 1994, covering about 9,400 vehicles.

NHTSA number

94V-239

Report date

Dec 1, 1994

Vehicles affected

9,400

Owners notified

Feb 10, 1995

The problem

The spare tire supplied with the vehicle can contact the brake lines on the rear axle if it is mounted in the underbody spare tire carrier. Such contact could result in fracture of a rear brake line.

The risk

This can result in reduced vehicle brake capability.

The fix

Dealers will install a lower profile mini-spare tire on the existing mini-spare wheel. The new tire will allow the mini-spare to be installed with appropriate clearances in the underbody spare tire carrier.

Notes

System: equipment; carrier; spare tire.vehicle description: light duty passenger van.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

Manufacturer	FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component	Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/Rack
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	94V239000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Ford Aerostar	1995	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 94V-239?

The spare tire supplied with the vehicle can contact the brake lines on the rear axle if it is mounted in the underbody spare tire carrier. Such contact could result in fracture of a rear brake line.

How is recall 94V-239 fixed?

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.