1996 Ford Aspire vs 1997 Ford Aspire
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Ford Aspire | 1997 Ford Aspire |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 60 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 48 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–33 | 26–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Aspire | Ford Aspire |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 11 |
| Power Train | 4 | 7 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
1996 Ford Aspire
1997 Ford Aspire
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.