1994 Ford Aspire: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Ford Aspire: 2 recalls, 54 owner complaints and up to 34 mpg combined.
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Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #94V141000 · 1994 · 599 vehicles
What's wrong: The dates of manufacture were omitted on the certification label. This does not comply with part 567, "certification."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: incomplete certification label does not properly identify the vehicle.
The fix: A complete certification label will be provided to the owner or will be installed for the owner by the dealer, if necessary.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #94V186000 · 1994 · 26,700 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel supply, return and vapor hoses or lines can contact or have inadequate clearance with the surrounding components due to improper positioning during assembly.
Why it matters: Wear of the hose or line can occur, resulting in fuel leakage within the engine compartment which can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
The fix: The fuel lines will be repositioned. Any damaged rubber hoses will be replaced. Steel fuel lines will have the corrosion protection repaired if needed.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 14 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (15): the most common themes are fails to deploy (7).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (5): the most common themes are steering problems (5).
The 1994 Ford Aspire has 54 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 4 Aspire model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 53). Complaints peaked in 1995 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 83,750 miles. Neighboring years: 1995 (64 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 39 | 34 | Regular |
| 1.3 L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 31 | 27 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Ford Aspire have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 1994 Ford Aspire. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Ford Aspire problems?
Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (15), visibility (wipers, glass) (7), exterior lights (6).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford Aspire get?
EPA ratings run up to 34 mpg combined (1.3 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Ford Aspire repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.