Ford Aspire 1996
Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1996 Ford Aspire, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars Subcompact.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | 1FA 1LN 1ME 1ZV 2FA 2ME 3FA 3MA 3ME 6MP KNJ | Regular |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 25 - 29 MPG | 31 - 38 MPG | 269.30 - 317.39 g/mile |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 1996 Ford Aspire?
- The 1996 Ford Aspire has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 25 - 29 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 31 - 38 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 Ford Aspire?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 Ford Aspire can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 Ford Aspire?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 Ford Aspire is $1650.
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Where is the 1996 Ford Aspire produced?
- The 1996 Ford Aspire is produced in Dearborn Michigan, United States (usa).
Available Engine & Drive Classes
- 1.3L 4 cylinder 3-speed automatic
- 1.3L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Aspire
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.3 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 9.01545 City mpg for fuel type 1, 29 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 33 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.3 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3071 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 1650 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 38 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 17 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 82 Vehicle record id 12592 Model name (carline) Aspire Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 38.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 54.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline 1500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Aspire
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.3 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 3-spd Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 10.6254 City mpg for fuel type 1, 25 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 28 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 1.3 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3070 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 1950 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 31 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 17 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 82 Vehicle record id 12593 Model name (carline) Aspire Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 3-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 32.2222 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 44.0 EPA vehicle size class Subcompact Cars Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- SRP 22-053 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: False warning on dash for the jayco/entegra coach harness into spartan chassis harness. Instruction for diode installation for park brake ground wire.
- INC 22-054 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : (inc) informational communication on when to sanitize the fresh water system.
- 02176 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- 03148 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- 99196 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- 99194 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt
- 99222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- 01181 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH: Brake shift interlock.*jb
- 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- 12196 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P0300 stored in memory. Engineering is investigating. *tt
- 5241 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information on vehicles exhibiting a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P0300 stored in memory. *tt
- 0015 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- 99152 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- 983304 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and codes P0140 or P0141 present with no driveability concerns. *tt
- 996124 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Information regarding door lock freezing repair. *tt
- 99139 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS: Conditions with the brake lamps inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock. *tt
- 991210 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs. *tt
- 99816 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt
- 9814 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt
- 12575 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Information on head gasket oil & coolant passages. *tt
- 98246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- 982010 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Experiencing a " buzzing " or " rattling " noise from the exhaust system. *yc
- 9874 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc
- 9864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- 9852 - TIRES: Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
- 9845 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR: Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc
- 9888 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- 985A13 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC: The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc
- 985A12 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES: Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt
- 985A11 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc
- 985A5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR: Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc
- 97111097236 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Some vehicles after a transaxle overhaul may be experience no third gear and/or reverse. *yc
- 9768 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
- 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- 9745 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Noise- "ticking" heard while driving at 72-121 km/h (45-75 mph)- vehicles with atx transaxle. *jd
- BC0304A97020 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Concerns of dtc P0505 that are not resolved by following pp tests. *tw
- BC0304972301 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Mil light on with dtc P0505. *jd
- 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- 96258 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - mil lamp illuminated with daignostic trouble code (dtc) P0400 stored in memory. *tw
- 96227 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION: Noise - click, clunk, rattle - mtx transaxle reverse gear. *tw
- 96225 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM: Mass air flow sensor - replacement as an assembly - service tip. *tw
- 96222 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw
- 96221 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- 96249 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- 96245 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination - diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P1794 stored in continuous memory - probe with 2.5l, escort with 1.8l and aspire. *tw
- 96243 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH: Door locks - door locks freeze in ambient temperatures below 0 degrees c (32 degrees f) - vehicles built through 1/23/96. *tw
- BC9688961001 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Information for when diagnosing concerns w/ factory installed cellular phones. *tt
- BC9666961001 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: 2.5l duratec engine exchanges no longer include front end accessory drive component, oil level indicator, water pump belt/tensioner, egr tube, linkshaft bracket or exhaust manifolds. *tt
- BC5191961001 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: For concerns of stalling, reflash pcm w/ 1996 calibration (r11 level). *tt
- 95212 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP: The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. If petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par
Known Recall Investigations
Fuel vapor valve leaks investigation # PE98040
There is no summary currently available
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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| Crash | No | N | None | None | 20060110 |
Dt*: the contact stated without warning the brakes and steering failed, while driving 5-10 mph. The vehicle ran into a brick wall and there was damage to the front end of the vehicle. There was a police report taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The vehicle has not been inspected by a mechanic. Also, at 14,000 miles while driving 15 mph the vehicle stopped. The engine was still on, but the vehicle would not move. The dealership determined the transmission needed to be replaced. This happened again at 40,000 miles and the transmission was replaced by the dealership. At 55,000 miles the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for the same problem and the transmission was rebuilt. The transmission was rebuilt a final time at 65,000 miles. There have been no further problems with the transmission.
| Crash | No | N | None | None | 20030522 |
The driver lost control of the vehicle when the right wheel hit a gravel patch and slid into a embankment. The driver side air bag didn't deploy. *nlm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010831 |
Airbag light has been flashing, not taken to dealer yet.*ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010614 |
Ignition switch was replaced on january 4, 1999. Consumer was unable to get key out of ignition. Key was stuck in the on position.
| No | No | N | None | None | 20010217 |
Transmission failed completly as driver was making a left turn at an intersection. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20001009 |
My aspire exhibited a number of component failures, and i consider myself lucky not to have been injured by them. In the first instance, the distriubutor failure occurred as i entered an intersection, and as a result the car stalled at the light not in the traffic lane. In the second instance, the steering component failure occurred on the highway resulting in significant vibration but i was able to control the car and take it into the dealer for repairs. In the third instance, the fuel pump failure caused the car not to start, but from what i understand, the part could have failed during operation and could have caused a stall. I consider myself lucky. Disappointed in the aspire, but lucky. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000804 |
No summary
| No | No | N | None | None | 19990908 |
Son was driving vehicle on busy road and all of a sudden vehicle stopped, no warning. Contacted dealer. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19990507 |
While passenger's side window was rolled down it exploded. Also, driver's side window exploded prior to this. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak
Common OBD-II Error Codes
- P0300 [2] Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0140 [1] 02 Sensor Circuit No Activity Detected (Bank 1 Sensor 2)
- P0141 [1] 02 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 2)
- P0505 [2] Idle Control System Malfunction
- P0400 [1] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Malfunction
- P1794 [1] Pressure Control Solenoid "B" Short Circuit