1993 Ford Aerostar Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 2%of 374 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1993 Ford Aerostar, 2% of the 374 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.
“The sliding door latch malfunctioned, causing the door not to latch. Door may fly open while driving, and could result in injuries. Been to dealer numerous times, but dealer could determine the problem. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #836511, filed 1999-04“While driving on the highway sliding door on the passenger's side came open. The door is closed, but owner is not sure if the door will open again or not. The dealer is not aware of the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #861035, filed 2000-04“Driver's side window is working intermittently. Also, passenger's side door won't open from the outside and inside when the consumer is trying to get out of the vehicle or get into the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #836275, filed 1999-03“The liftgate rear door is inoperative in which occupant cannot exit through the liftgate in an emergency. Also cannot open the liftgate through the inside of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #822678, filed 1998-04Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 3 | 5% |
| 1996 | 6 | 6% |
| 1995 | 8 | 5% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
| 1993 | 9 | 2% |
| 1992 | 8 | 3% |
| 1991 | 6 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 2% |
| 1988 | 5 | 3% |
| 1987 | 3 | 3% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1993 Ford Aerostar
99 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
68 complaintsBrakes
59 complaintsAir bags
37 complaintsEngine cooling
27 complaintsEquipment
26 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsVehicle speed control
23 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsTires
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 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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