1997 Ford AspireFord Aspire 1997

Vehicle Details: Fuel Economy, Emissions, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Ford Aspire, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars Subcompact.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Ford1FA 1LN 1ME 1ZV 2FA 2ME 3FA 3MA 3ME 6MP KNJ Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
24 - 29 MPG29 - 38 MPG269.30 - 341.80 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1997 Ford Aspire?
     - The 1997 Ford Aspire has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 24 - 29 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 29 - 38 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Ford Aspire?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Ford Aspire can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Ford Aspire?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Ford Aspire is $2100.
  • Where is the 1997 Ford Aspire produced?
     - The 1997 Ford Aspire is produced in Dearborn Michigan, United States (usa).
  • How much does the 1997 Ford Aspire weigh?
     - The 1997 Ford Aspire is listed to weigh 1111 lbs.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 1.3L 4 cylinder 3-speed automatic
  • 1.3L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

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NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 3-spd Front-Wheel Drive Aspire

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.4427
    City mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.3
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index3070
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2100
    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 1,29
    Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet)17
    Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet)82
    Vehicle record id13336
    Model name (carline)Aspire
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 131.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact 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-750
    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
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Aspire

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.3
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline1500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 19.01545
    City mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.3
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index3071
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)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 id13337
    Model name (carline)Aspire
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 138.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 154.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact 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 gasoline1500
    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
  • 12526 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit repeat misfire diagnostic trouble codes P0300 - P0304 after ssm 11543 (replacement distribution vane cover) has been performed. *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
  • 5850 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding repeated misfire codes - dtcs P0300 - P0304. *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
  • 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
  • 9833 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Service tips for surface defect removal without repainting. *yc
  • 97111097236 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Some vehicles after a transaxle overhaul may be experience no third gear and/or reverse. *yc
  • 97050110631 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Customer concerns of mil (malfaunction indicator lamp) and dtc's of P0505 and/ or po140. *yc
  • 9768 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Fuel economy- customer expectations versus vehicle usage. *jd
  • 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *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
  • 9711 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: The door glass window may not roll down on some vehicles- this may be due to the foam pad bracket pulling away from the door skin. *jd
  • 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
  • 96262 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Glass - door glass will not roll down. *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:WIRING: 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
  • 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
  • BC5197961001 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Some vehicles equipped w/ an ax4s transaxle may have been shipped w/ a low transaxle fluid level. *tt
Known Recall Investigations
  • Fuel vapor valve leaks investigation # PE98040

    There is no summary currently available

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20070330

I own a 1997 ford aspire and i was driving the other day and i stopped at the store. When i left the store and got in my car to crank it up the car sputtered and shook then stopped running. I lifted up the hood and noticed that the fuel line was pouring out gas. I called a mechanic to come and fix the problem, which cost me 300 dollars. When i told the mechanic about the problem, he said that this was recalled on the 1994 model year of this car, but my car is a 1997, which means that this problem was never fixed on future cars. I think that this should be investigated since it was recalled on a earlier model, but i still had the same problem in a later model car. *jb

NoNoN NoneNone20050104

While driving at any speed driver heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both rear wheel hubs, and the front passenger wheel hub were cracked, and needed to be replaced. However, the parts were not available .*ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20030414

During a crash into a light pole at 25 mph the air bags in our 1997 ford aspire exploded into the face of my 15 year who was fully restrained in the passenger seat. He is 5'11" and 168 lbs. He is suffering from "burns" bruising, sever mouth lacerations (he has braces). He is also unable to see in the eye that was hit, due to the imprint of the bag scored into his cornea. The 17 year old driver has a cracked rib.

CrashNoN 2 InjuredNone20030404

My two teenage sons are suffering from injuries caused by the explosion of the airbags in our 1997 ford aspire. My oldest son, the driver is suffering from a broken rib, and my younger son, the passenger has 2nd - 3rd degree burns and severe bruising to his face, as well as his eye. The emergency room doctors was able to see the imprint of the bag on his cornea. Their ages are 17 and 15, they are both 5'11" and weigh 168 lbs. They are not small children. They were both properly restrained with lap and shoulder harnesses. The car slid into a light pole at about 25 mph during a rainstorm. *nlm

NoNoN NoneNone20030117

Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the fuel tank has cracked causing fluid to leak out. Dealer notified. Ts

NoNoN NoneNone20021201

Speedometer began to whirr loudly. Needle began to gyrate, then surge to 100 mph. Needle then broke off and fell to the bottom of the plastic lens. *jb

NoNoN NoneNone20021007

Consumer states of having problems with the rims on her vehicle. Dealer was contacted. Mr. Consumer was infomred a new battery was needed, the vehicle was leaking coolant, and the engine light was on.*jb

NoNoN NoneNone20020502

Air bag light flashes code 32 all the time. Will stop about once a month. Have looked at several other vehicles of the same year and seems to have same problem. Vehicle have not been in accident.*ak

NoNoN NoneNone20011114

Consumer stated while applying the brakes, the air bag suddenly deployed.*jb

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Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0300 [4] Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
  • P0304 [2] Cylinder 4 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 [3] Idle Control System Malfunction
  • P1794 [1] Pressure Control Solenoid "B" Short Circuit
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
KNJLT05H9V61971561997AspireKYUNG KI-DO , SOUTH KOREA
KNJLT05H7V62080111997AspireKYUNG KI-DO , SOUTH KOREA
KNJLT05H2V62018241997AspireKYUNG KI-DO , SOUTH KOREA

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