NHTSA investigationPE89092
Investigation PE89092: 1986–1989 Ford Aerostar
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Feb 23, 1989
- Closed
- Jul 20, 1989
- Model years
- 1986–1989
Subject
Power steering locking
Component: Steering
Summary
Summary:the complaints allege that power steering was stiff orsteering locked.ford has issued two service bulletins:one on leakingseals and one on complaints of stiff steering.===
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1989 Ford Aerostar260 complaints
- 1988 Ford Aerostar177 complaints
- 1987 Ford Aerostar114 complaints
- 1986 Ford Aerostar53 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.