1992 Ford F-150 problems
The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company since the 1948 model year. The F-Series is marketed as a range of full-sized pickup trucks positioned above the midsize Ranger but below the larger Super Duty in the Ford truck lineup. Alongside the F-150 (introduced in 1975), the F-Series also includes the Super Duty series (introduced in 1999), which includes the heavier-duty F-250 through F-450 pickups, F-450/F-550 chassis cabs, and F-600/F-650/F-750 Class 6–8 commercial trucks.
History
The F-Series was first introduced in 1948 as a replacement for a previous pickup model line based on car platforms.
The most popular version of the model line is the F-150 pickup truck, currently in its fourteenth generation (introduced for the 2021 model year). From 1953 to 1983, the entry-level F-Series pickup was the 1⁄2 ton F-100. Starting in 1984, the F-150 became the entry-level. The F-150 has a long-running high-performance off-road trim level introduced for 2010, the (SVT) Raptor currently consisting of three generations. Production of the F-150 SVT Raptor ended in 2014 and it was planned to be succeeded by a new F-150 Raptor, which is based on the thirteenth and fourteenth generation F-150.
The F-Series trucks have been developed into a wide range of design configurations. Alongside medium-duty trucks and "Big Job" conventional trucks (the forerunners of the Ford L-series), the model line has been marketed as a chassis-cab truck and a panel van (a predecessor of the Ford E-Series). The F-Series has served as the platform for various full-sized Ford SUVs, including the Ford Bronco, Ford Expedition/Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Excursion. The F-Series has been marketed by its three North American brands: by Mercury as the M-Series (in Canada from 1948 to 1968), and by Lincoln in the 2000s, as the Blackwood and the later Mark LT (2010s for the latter in Mexico only).
Since 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States; it has been the best-selling vehicle overall since 1981. The F-Series has been the best-selling truck in Canada for over fifty years. As of the 2018 model year, the F-Series generated $41 billion (~$49 billion in 2023) in annual revenue for Ford. By January 2022, the F-Series models have sold over 40 million units. Currently, Ford manufactures the F-Series in four facilities in the United States.
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Common 1992 Ford F-150 problems
The 1992 Ford F-150, like any vehicle, has its share of common problems based on complaints from owners. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues:
- Automatic Transmission Problems: If the TR/MLP sensor is faulty, the transmission is liable to fall out of alignment. This can lead to flare-up issues when shifting the truck into fourth gear, especially in 1994-1995 model F-150s. On 1990-1993 models, flare-up issues have also been reported when shifting between the second and third gears.
- Ball Joint Problems: On 1990-1996 Ford F-150s, the ball joints have been particularly vulnerable to water exposure. If exposed, the ball joints are liable to expire prematurely, requiring replacement.
- Hard Starting Issues: Drivers have reported complaints of hard-starting on 1990-1996 model F-150s. This issue has been attributed to faulty harness wiring in the power control module, which can cause stalling, hesitation, and failure to start.
- Suspension Problems: Owners of 1991 to 1994 Ford trucks have reported problems with the front suspension system due to weak leaf springs along the front of the vehicle.
These are some of the most common problems reported by owners of the 1992 Ford F-150. It's important to note that these issues do not necessarily affect all trucks of this model and year, but they are known problems that have been reported by a significant number of owners.
What was the worst years for the Ford F-150?
The worst model years of the Ford F-150 are 2018, 2010 - 2016, 2004 - 2005, and 1997 - 2002. This is based on reported problems, consumer feedback and ratings from major automotive review sites.
What years did the F-150 have engine problems?
What year F-150 has engine problems? If you want a F-150, but also want to avoid engine problems, then steer away from getting model years 2004-2008, 2010, and 2015-2017.
Which year of F-150 is most reliable?
With a reliability score of 86 out of 100, the 2022 Ford F-150 is the highest-rated F-150 model by J.D. Power, meaning it is also the most reliable Ford F-150 available. What makes the 2022 F-150 even more impressive is that you won't have to sacrifice modern features for reliability.
What years did Ford F-150 have transmission problems?
Ford F-150 Years With the Least Reliable Transmissions
The 204 model isn't the only reported year of the Ford F-150 with errors in the transmission. The 2005 and 2010 models aren't far behind in their issues. The 2005 Ford F-150 has 79 online complaints about the transmission.
What years did the F-150 have engine problems?
What year F-150 has engine problems? If you want a F-150, but also want to avoid engine problems, then steer away from getting model years 2004-2008, 2010, and 2015-2017.
What was the worst years for the Ford F-150?
The worst model years of the Ford F-150 are 2018, 2010 - 2016, 2004 - 2005, and 1997 - 2002. This is based on reported problems, consumer feedback and ratings from major automotive review sites.
Which year of F-150 is most reliable?
With a reliability score of 86 out of 100, the 2022 Ford F-150 is the highest-rated F-150 model by J.D. Power, meaning it is also the most reliable Ford F-150 available. What makes the 2022 F-150 even more impressive is that you won't have to sacrifice modern features for reliability.
What year Ford F-150 is the best to buy?
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1992 Ford F-150 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford F-150 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Electrical system problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1992 Ford F-150 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1992 Ford F-150
The NHTSA has received 546 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1992 Ford F-150. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1992 Ford F-150 vehicles.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-01
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT INSTALLED A NEW CONTINENTAL CONTITECH SERPENTINE BELT IN THE VEHICLE FROM AUTO ZONE. THE BELT FAILED AND TORE INTO PIECES AFTER 65 MILES OF DRIVING, AND THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CHECKED TO CONFIRM THAT THE PART WAS INSTALLED CORRECTLY BY THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME SAFELY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE, VIN, PART NUMBER, AND SERIAL NUMBER WERE UNKNOWN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-02
- VIN: 1FTDF15N2NK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 1992 F150 XLT LARIAT 302. DUEL TANKS. I USE THE REAR TANK AND NOT THE FRONT ONE. THIS WEEKEND MY TRUCK IS RUNNING GAS WILL POUR OUT OF THE FRONT TANK AT THE GAS CAP. I TOOK BOTH CAPS OFF SO THERE WAS NO PRESSURE BUILD UP AND IT MADE NO DIFFERENCE THE GAS STILL POURED OUT THE FRONT TANK REALLY BAD. WHEN YOU'RE ON THE HIGHWAY IT ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO SHUT OFF. THEN WHEN YOU PARK IT GAS GUSHES OUT THE TANK AND THE VAPOR CANISTER UP UNDER THE HOOD I HAVE HAD THE TRUCK FOR TWO MONTHS, IT HAD A LITTLE OVER 92,000 ORIGINAL MILES WHEN I PURCHASE IT AND NOW A LITTLE OVER 94,000.. THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS TRUCK IN JULY 9, 2001 "ORIGINAL RECALL FROM THE NHTSA" "NHTSA ACTION NUMBER EA99032 POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED 1,556,221
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-20
- VIN: 1FTDF15N1NP
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE NOTICED A STRONG SMELL OF GAS WHEN EXITING VEHICLE AFTER USE. A FEW DAYS LATER SAW GAS COMING FROM FRONT TANK FILLER. CHECKED CAP WAS ON PROPERLY. THEN I NOTICED THAN FUEL CONTINUED TO SPILL REGARDLESS OF TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT. DOES NOT DO IT EVERY TIME. GAS DISAPPEARS FROM REAR TANK. I SUSPECT GAS IS BEING PUMPED FROM REAR TANK TO FRONT TANK UNTIL IT OVER FLOWS. ONE FAMILY TRUCK, BOUGHT NEW BY MY SON IN LAW I HAVE HAD IT AROUND 3 YEARS. 110,000 ACTUAL MILEAGE. OLD BUT LOW MILEAGE. SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. COULDN,T FIND ANY RECALLS PAST 1999.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 1FTDF15H6NL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL FROM REAR TANK PUMPS TO FRONT TANK AND OVER FILLS FRONT TANK SPILLING ON GROUND
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-25
- VIN: 1FTDF15NXNN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: REAR FUEL TANK DUMPING GAS INTO FRONT TANK CAUSING THE FRONT TANK TO OVER FLOW
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-09
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 194,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-02
- VIN: 1FTEF15Y3NN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR EMITTING FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A DAILY BASIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-29
- VIN: 1FTEX14H6NK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A PORTION OF THE UNUSED FUEL FROM ONE TANK RETURNED TO THE SECOND TANK CAUSING FUEL SPILLAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 156,000. UPDATED 2/24/15*CN UPDATED 03/02/15*JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-03
- VIN: 1FTEX15N7NK
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE TRUCK TURNS ON BUT CANT RUN FAR.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-01
- VIN: 1FTCF15Y2NK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL PUMPS FROM TANK TO TANK AND OVERFLOWS. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-01
- VIN: 1FTCF15Y9NK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCKED FAILED AND THE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH OR UNLOCK. THE CONTACT HAD TO ROLL THE WINDOW DOWN TO UNLOCK THE DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 92V006000 (STRUCTURE). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-11
- VIN: 1FTEX15YXNK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE GASOLINE TANK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE WOULD REFUEL, FUEL WOULD SPEW OUT FROM THE FILLER NECK VALVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN FOR INSPECTION BY THE DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT UNDER RECALL AND HE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR REPAIRS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-01-11
- VIN: 1FTDF15Y4NL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO SIGN OF FUEL LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS. THE CONTACT DETECTED MOISTURE ON THE TOP PORTION OF ONE OF THE REAR FUEL TANK STRAPS. THERE WAS A RECALL UNDER THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY). THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1992-06-02
- VIN: 1FTEX15N6NK
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE, IT COULD NOT BE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 103,256. UPDATED 04/19/12*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE APPLIED THE FOOT PEDAL PARKING BRAKE, IT WOULD SKIP SOME TEETH AND GO FREE WHEEL. HE HAD TO RELEASE THE BRAKE AND TRY AGAIN. UPDATED 05/07/12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-29
- VIN: 1FTEF14Y5NN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE UNDERGOING A ROUTINE STATE INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL TANK ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE HAD A REAR TANK STRAP FAILURE. THE STRAP IS CORRODED COMPLETELY THROUGH AND IS HANGING DOWN NEAR THE FUEL TANK. THE FUEL TANK HAS NOT FALLEN DOWN AS THE DEFECT WAS DISCOVERED, BUT THE VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVABLE UNTIL THE STRAP IS REPLACED. *KB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-06
- VIN: 1FTEX14N9NK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: FUEL TANK CROSSMEMBERS ROTTING OUT ALLOWING FUEL TANK TO DROP AND SPILL FUEL. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-05
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS AND THAT ONE OF THE FUEL TANKS WAS LEAKING A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF FUEL. THE PREVIOUS DAY BEFORE THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE FUEL TANK WAS FILLED TO FULL CAPACITY LEVEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL TANK WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 112,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-22
- VIN: 1FTEX14N8NK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL SYSTEM, TANK FILLING FROM OTHER TANK, AND IF TANK IS SWITCHED THEN THE OTHER TANK STARTS FILLING CAUSING GAS TO COME OUT OF TANK. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-13
- Fire: 1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED. HE COASTED THE VEHICLE ONTO THE EMERGENCY LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT FUEL TANK HAD BURNED A HOLE IN THE FUEL PUMP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR THREE WEEKS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A VIN. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 384,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-21
- VIN: 2FTEF14Y9NC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE WHENEVER THE FUEL TANK WAS FILLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO LOCATE A RECALL FOR THE FAILURE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY). THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THEY WOULD NOT PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE BECAUSE THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE ANY HISTORY OF THE VEHICLE OR IF THE RECALL WAS PREVIOUSLY PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 230,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-29
- VIN: 1FTCF15Y2NK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1992 FORD F150 SAFETY RECALL 93S68. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM WAS WITH THE CROSS TANK FUEL FLOW WHICH WAS DUE TO A DAMAGED CHECK VALVE. A LOCAL FORD GARAGE INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE PROBLEM HAD BEEN REPAIRED PREVIOUSLY. THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM RETURNED. ON DECEMBER 29, 2009 THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED AND ON DECEMBER 30, 2009 THE CHECK VALVE MALFUNCTIONED. THE RESULT WAS GAS SPILLAGE WHICH THE CONSUMER WAS UNAWARE OF WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A FIRE. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-09-06
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, FUEL BEGAN LEAKING FROM THE SECOND FUEL TANK WITHOUT WARNING. THE DRIVER OBSERVED THE FAILURE AFTER REACHING HIS DESTINATION. THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE MALFUNCTION. THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE;TANK ASSEMBLY), ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES WERE IDENTICAL. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 179,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 186,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-07
- VIN: 1FTEF14N4NP
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. THE CONTACT OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF GASOLINE SPILLING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. WHENEVER THE CONTACT FILLS THE GAS TANK, FUEL SPRAYS OUT OF THE TANK. THE GAS NOZZLE STOPS WHEN THE TANK IS FULL; HOWEVER, GASOLINE STILL SPRAYS OUT OF THE TANK. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 93V125000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 134,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-01-15
- VIN: 1FTEX14Y3NK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. THIS IS SYMPTOMS (AND PROBABLY THE FIX) ARE IDENTICAL TO RECALL 92V006000. THIS HAS BEEN A COMMON PROBLEMS FOR MANY SIMILAR VEHICLES (F SERIES, BRONCO AND RANGER) IN THIS AREA. TEMPERATURES ARE ABOVE FREEZING DURING THE DAY AND FREQUENTLY DROP BELOW FREEZING AT NIGHT. THE LATCH ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN BENT APPARENTLY WHEN OPENED WHILE FROZEN IN THE MORNING. IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED REPEATEDLY BY BENDING THE ASSEMBLY BACK TO IT'S ORIGINAL POSITION. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-12
- VIN: 1FTEF15Y4NN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD F150. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND HAS NOT YET BEEN REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES WERE IDENTICAL. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED OF THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 81,000.
1992 Ford F-150 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 1992 Ford F-150.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1990-1993 FORD F-SERIES VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS AND 4.9, 5.0,5.8, OR 7.5 LITER GASOLINE FUELED ENGINES. SOME VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE A CROSS TANK FUEL FLOW CONDITION DUE TO A DAMAGED CHECK VALVE IN THE FUEL PUMP/SENDER ASSEMBLY. FUEL MAY BE SUPPLIED FROM ONE TANK AND SOME OR ALL OF THE UNUSED FUEL MAY BE RETURNED TO THE OTHER TANK.
- Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE CAPACITY OF THE RECEIVING TANK MAY BE EXCEEDED AND FUEL MAY OVERFLOW FROM THE FILLER CAP.
- Remedy: FORD IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY FOR POTENTIAL FUEL CROSS-FLOW TO 12 YEARS OF SERVICE OR 150,000 MILES FROM THE VEHICLE'S WARRANTY START DATE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. THIS COVER WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS AT NO CHARGE. IF A VEHICLE ALREADY HAS MORE THAN 150,000 MILES, THIS OVERAGE WILL LAST UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2001. IF THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A FUEL CROSS-FLOW CONDITION, DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE CONDITION FREE OF CHARGE.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: TIRES:TREAD/BELT
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT 15, 16, AND 17 INCH TIRES MOUNTED ON FORD TRUCKS AND SUVS. FORD REPORTS TREAD SEPARATION CAN OCCUR DUE TO A COMBINATION OF THE SENSITIVITY OF THE TIRE DESIGN TO STRESS, AGING, AND MANUFACTURING DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PLANTS. FORD IS REPLACING THESE TIRES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PREMATURE TIRE FAILURE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: THE VEHICLES LISTED BELOW MAY HAVE BEEN ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT TIRES OR MAY HAVE HAD WILDERNESS AT TIRES INSTALLED DURING THE FIRESTONE RECALL LAUNCHED IN AUGUST 2000. CERTAIN 1991 THROUGHT 2002 FORD EXPLORER CERTAIN 2001 THROUGHT 2002 EXPLORER SPORT, AND SPORT TRAC CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 2001 RANGER CERTAIN 1999 THROUGH 2001 EXPEDITION CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994, AND 1997 MODEL YEAR F-SERIES CERTAIN 1991 THROUGH 1994 BRONCO NOTE: BOTH ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND REPLACEMENT TIRES ARE AFFECTED.
- Consequence: SHOULD THE TREAD SEPARATE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
- Manufacturer: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE, INC.
- Components: TIRES:TREAD/BELT
- Summary: TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIRES AT LOW INFLATION PRESSURES, HIGH SPEED, AND IN HOT WEATHER, CAN CONTRIBUTE TO SEPARATION OF THE TIRE TREAD.
- Consequence: IF THE TREAD SEPARATES FROM THE TIRE, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL
- Summary: THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL SELF-ADJUST PAWL DOES NOT LINE UP PROPERLY WITH THE SELF-ADJUST RACHET CAUSING THE PAWL TO SLIP OVER ONE OR MORE TEETH IN THE RACHET.
- Consequence: WHEN THE ABOVE OCCURS, IT CAN RESULT IN PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM INEFFECTIVENESS. THE PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL FREELY, IF THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT LEFT IN GEAR.
- Remedy: A WEDGE WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL SERVE TO LOCK THE PARKING BRAKE SELF-ADJUST MECHANISM PAWL INTO ENGAGEMENT WITH THE RACHET. ALSO, OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE PARKING BRAKE WHENEVER TOOTH SKIP OCCURS AND WILL BE REMINDED TO ALWAYS TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND LEAVE THE VEHICLE IN GEAR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: A MALFUNCTIONING CHECK VALVE WITHIN THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY CAUSES A PORTION OF THE UNUSED FUEL FROM ONE TANK TO BE RETURNED TO THE SECOND TANK. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE CAPACITY OF THE SECOND TANK CAN BE EXCEEDED, CAUSING FUEL SPILLAGE.
- Consequence: SPILLED FUEL CAN RESULT IN A FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO ASOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Remedy: REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR AND INSTALLATION OF REDUNDANT CHECK VALVES.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Summary: WATER CAN ENTER THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THE WATER IN THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE CAN FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LATCH MECHANISM TO MALFUNCTION.
- Consequence: THE MALFUNCTION OF THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CAN RESULT INTHREE DIFFERENT PROBLEMS: 1) THE DOOR WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BE RELATCHED, 2) THEINSIDE DOOR HANDLE CAN BECOME INOPERATIVE, AND 3) THE DOOR COULD APPEAR TO BELATCHED WHEN IT IS NOT, ALLOWING THE DOOR TO OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY IF IT IS JARRED,AND INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE ADJACENT SEAT OCCUPANT.
- Remedy: REVISED DOOR RELEASE CABLES AND WATER SHIELDS WILL BE INSTALLED.
Negative 1992 Ford F-150 car reviews
Positive 1992 Ford F-150 car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to let you know that I've had my pickup for almost 2 years now, and I haven't had any problems with it. It runs great and looks fantastic!
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Hey there! I just wanted to share that I bought my truck from my dad over 2 years ago and it's been great! I've only had to replace normal wear and tear items like brakes, belts, and tires. I feel really safe driving it because I sit up so high and can see over other cars. I was even in a wreck with a Saab (not my fault) and my truck held up really well. Thanks for listening!
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It's amazing that this truck has over 250,000 miles and is still running on the original 351 engine. Although the transmission gave out at 240, it's now sporting a c6 and is still going strong. This truck can handle anything you throw at it - I've taken it off-road, jumped it, and drive it every day. It's surprisingly fast for its age too - I can even out run some new Chevy and HEMI Dodge trucks!
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This truck is very comfortable and reliable, with great acceleration. Although it has required replacement of the alternator, battery, and tires, it has not experienced any malfunctions. While it is a great truck, it could benefit from more power when towing a boat.
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This is a great truck! It has had a few small problems, but with regular care and maintenance, they can easily be fixed. It's a fantastic workhorse that heats up quickly and can haul and pull with ease. I purchased it for only $450 and it's been a reliable A to Z vehicle for everyday use. Ford Motor Company really built a good one this year, with manual window cranks and no AC, but that means there's less room for electric window issues. We all know how frustrating it can be when the window comes off track or the clips break. Let's face it, we've all gotten a bit lazy with electric windows. My AC is when I roll the windows down, so I get some exercise rolling them up and down! If you have the chance to buy one of these old trucks, do it quickly before someone else snatches it up. This truck will probably outlive me! Team Ford America! This is in memory of James Richey and Ford Motor Company for 60 years. Rest in peace, Grandpa.
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Rafael Sauer 2024-08-28
Your truck sounds like a real workhorse! It's great to hear that you've had such a positive experience with it. Even with all the heavy towing you do, it's impressive that the engine is still running like new. It's understandable that you had to replace the transmission given the weight you're towing, but it's good to hear that everything else is still working fine. It's a testament to the quality of the truck that it's been able to handle a trailer heavier than it's rated for. While you've had to replace a few parts over the years, it's clear that overall this truck has been more reliable than you expected. Thanks for sharing your experience with us!
Emerson Kling 2024-05-14
I purchased this truck brand new and it performed well until it reached 39k miles. Unfortunately, the power steering pump failed prematurely. Despite being just outside of the warranty period, Ford was unable to assist me. I ended up paying $380 to fix the issue and now my steering is back to normal. At 65k miles, I had to replace all of the steering parts and at 81k miles, the transmission failed, causing damage to the radiator and transmission cooler. It turns out that the transmission was defective and never shifted properly. The dealer initially dismissed my concerns, but I later discovered that this was a common issue with Ford AOD transmissions. While I am disappointed with my experience, I have decided to explore other options for my next vehicle purchase.