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Recall campaign88V145000

Recall 88V145000: 1986 Ford Aerostar and 2 other models

Seats
Report received
Sep 2, 1988
Manufacturer
Ford motor company
Potentially affected
90,000vehicles
Model years
1986

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Wiring for the power lumbar seat system was routed directly beneath the seat cushion springs and may be abraded by the springs.

Possible consequence

This could result in a short circuit which may createsufficient heat to start a fire in the seat cushion pad and/or trim cover.

Remedy

Install a fuse within the power lumbar electrical circuit.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

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.