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1997 Ford Aerostar Wheels Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
11%of 63 total for the year
Median mileage
118,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the wheels of the 1997 Ford Aerostar, 11% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 118,000 miles.

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.

“I was given this van with a handicapped lift as a present from some people at our church. Ever since I got it the engine light has been on. I've had it checked several times but no one seems to know how to fix it. Another problem I've been having is that the left front tire wears out more quickly than the other three. We've had it balanced several times but we still have that problem even with new tires. Since I am handicapped and use an electric wheelchair if a tire blows out I may not be able to get out using the ramp lift that was installed and the same applies to the engine. …”

NHTSA complaint #10659389, filed 2014-11, 100,000 miles

“Consumer took vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that two front rims cracked. Consumer called Ford motor company and said that they won't address the problem because it's not on warranty or recall. However, consumer replaced both rims.”

NHTSA complaint #10059385, filed 2004-03, 74,000 miles

Wheels: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2000233%
1997711%
19962322%
199532%
199442%
199341%
199252%
198931%

Other parts of the 1997 Ford Aerostar

Electrical system
13 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
9 complaints
Vehicle speed control
9 complaints
Brakes
7 complaints
Air bags
4 complaints
Fuel system
4 complaints
Suspension
4 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
3 complaints
Tires
3 complaints
Engine cooling
2 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Seat belts
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1997 Ford Aerostar

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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