1988 Ford Aerostar Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 177 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 1988 Ford Aerostar, 3% of the 177 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ongoing problem with various parts: 1.) heater core failed to put out proper heat in rear of vehicle, and air caused the rear window to fog up. 2.) engine has an acceleration problem within seconds while running before it picks up speed, and 3.) windshield wipers fail to operate. Dealer notified and refused to correct problem unless cost goes to consumer.”
NHTSA complaint #852043, filed 1999-10Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
| 1995 | 9 | 6% |
| 1994 | 9 | 4% |
| 1993 | 11 | 3% |
| 1992 | 11 | 3% |
| 1991 | 6 | 3% |
| 1990 | 8 | 4% |
| 1989 | 8 | 3% |
| 1988 | 5 | 3% |
| 1987 | 2 | 2% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1988 Ford Aerostar
53 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsSeat belts
28 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1988 Ford Aerostar
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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