1993 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 1993 Ford F-150 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Ford F-150 1993, here are some common problems with this specific model:
- Alternator Belt Issues: The alternator belt in 1990 to 1994 model F-150s has been a common problem, often indicated by chirping or squealing noises from the engine. This noise signals an issue with the pulley for the air conditioner or power steering, which may need adjustment or replacement.
- Transmission Problems: The TR/MLP sensor fault can cause the transmission to fall out of alignment, leading to engine flaring when shifting into fourth gear. This issue has been reported in 1994-1995 models, with similar problems in 1990-1993 models when shifting between the second and third gears.
- Ball Joint Vulnerability: Ball joints in 1990-1996 Ford F-150s are susceptible to premature failure when exposed to water. If water exposure occurs, the ball joints may need to be replaced to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Hard Starting: Owners of 1990-1996 F-150s have reported difficulties with hard starting, often linked to faulty harness wiring in the power control module. Symptoms include stalling, hesitation, and failure to start, which can be frustrating for drivers.
- Suspension Problems: Front suspension issues have been reported in 1991 to 1994 Ford trucks due to weak leaf springs. This problem affects the vehicle's handling and may require the replacement of leaf springs to address the issue effectively.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the Ford F-150 1993 have faced. Addressing these concerns promptly can help maintain the performance and reliability of the vehicle.
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.
How many miles does a 1993 Ford f150 last?
With a typical annual mileage of around 15,000 miles, Ford F-150s last around 200,000 to 300,000 miles. You might even see models around 400,000 miles on the odometer! However, services and maintenance tend to get more expensive as the vehicle ages – so most drivers choose to upgrade.
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.
How many miles does a 1993 Ford f150 last?
With a typical annual mileage of around 15,000 miles, Ford F-150s last around 200,000 to 300,000 miles. You might even see models around 400,000 miles on the odometer! However, services and maintenance tend to get more expensive as the vehicle ages – so most drivers choose to upgrade.
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 kind of engine is in a 1993 Ford f150?
Powertrain
| Engine | Model Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4.9L I6 | 1994–96 | |
| 5.0L V8 | 1992–93 | |
| 5.0L V8 | 1994–97 | 195 hp (145 kW) for automatic |
| 5.8L V8 | 1992 |
1993 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
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Ford F-150 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Ford F-150
The NHTSA has received 715 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Ford F-150. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Ford F-150 vehicles.
2024-09-10
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
- VIN: 1FTEX15N4PK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 1993 Ford F-150. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while replacing the brake master cylinder, the contact noticed that there was brake fluid leaking onto a connector. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and contacted the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-06-24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-11
- VIN: 1FTEX14HXPK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The contact owns a 1993 Ford F-150. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 00V424000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 05V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while inspecting the fuel tanks, he noticed that fuel had transferred from one tank to the other, nearly causing the tank to overfill. The local dealer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the recalls because the VIN was not included; however, the VIN tool indicated that the VIN was included. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recalls due to the manufactured date of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 360,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-03-29
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-11-15
- VIN: 1FTEX14N2PK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 1993 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving downhill in 4WD, and letting off the accelerator pedal, the transmission unintendedly shifted into neutral. The contact pulled over and placed the vehicle in park(P) before shifting into to drive(D) for the vehicle to operate as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure recurred. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 93V089000 (Power Train) as a possible solution however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
2023-08-30
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-17
- VIN: 1FTEX14N5PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: To whom it may concern. I have a 1993 Ford F-150 pickup truck. I have recently experienced the problem with the fuel system described in NHTSA Campaign ID Number 93V125000, NHTSA Action Number EA93001. This defect in the fuel pump causes the fuel drawn from the front tank to be returned to the rear tank. In short time the rear tank capacity can be exceeded causing fuel to spill from filler neck into the environment. Not only is this an environmental issue, it is a major safety issue as the fuel could ignite causing a fire that could easily result in severe injury or death. I have contacted Sanderson Ford in Phoenix asking that they repair this problem under the conditions of the recall and they are refusing to do so. I am asking that NHTSA instruct Ford to repair this problem as described in the recall. Again, this problem causes raw fuel to spill from the tank into the environment causing both and environmental issue along with a major safety issue. The fuel could easily catch fire resulting in severe injury or death.
2023-04-27
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-27
- VIN: 1FTDF15R0PL
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The recall 00S57 was not done. This was my husbands vehicle and he has since passed away and when I went to get renewal plates for Kentucky since I have moved I saw the recalls and called Ford dealer. They can fix the 05S28 speed control system modification recall which I have scheduled, however they advised parts for repair are no longer available from Ford. I have not had an issue as yet, however since the recall is engine and gas related which could cause a fire, I would like to get the vehicle fixed. Please advise. Thank you
2021-09-27
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-07
- VIN: 2FTEF14H1PC
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Regarding Ford Safety Recall 93S65 4X4 Transfer Case comes out of gear while in 4X4 High and will roll away, pops out of gear while in reverse, shift indication lights fail to report proper placement of the transfer-case, at start up the Vehicle shifts on its own, Shift from 2H to 4H results in Chatter, the Vehicle is currently stuck in 4L. I found a recall publication (TSB 92-01-08 (Excerpt) Touch-Drive ESOF Operation) that is specifically related to this problem Safety Recall 93S65. Affected Vehicles: 1993 Model F- Series and Bronco 4x4 Vehicles. I went to DCH Ford in thousand Oaks for direction, I spoke with [XXX] (Service Director) [XXX], [XXX] regarding this recall. Ford and NTSB do not show this Recall. Ford must address this safety recall first. Please advise INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2021-07-25
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-01
- VIN: 1FTEX15n3pk
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Started hearing fuel pump stay engaged after turning engine off and could smell fuel during these times. Fueled up rear tank next morning and when I arrived at work and got out with truck still running there was gasoline pouring out from the front gas tank spiller neck at an alarming rate. When I selected the front tank it stopped flowing. Next day while in traffic at light When I engaged the gas pedal and fished tailed due to a puddle off gasoline dumping from truck onto rd. In front of rear tires. Started having poor acceleration and seemed as if truck wasn’t getting enough fuel or lacked power. Still has open recall so I brought it to Ford dealership explain the issue and also that cross fuel flow in those year trucks has a recall for same issue. Trucks been there 2 weeks and I’m being told it’s to be $2700 to replace both fuels pumps and shuttle valves. I showed them video of gas pouring from the truck and showed them fords recall and remedy for issue. They said they will not fix this problem in truck and I must cover cost. This after knowing of recall and seeing a video of fuel spillage will not cover cost. This is unsafe I feel as any source of ignition may cause a fire from immediate gas spillages. Ford said they would over do repair if 12 years from start of warranty date of truck or Under 150k . Truck is under that mileage . But refuse to make repair under prior recall even though this is extremely dangerous situation to be driving truck. Trucks still in shop and I’m awaiting for a response from Ford corporate as I contacted them to explain issue in hopes they would honor repair as I feel it necessary for the safety of myself, family, and those others whom may be hurt in the event an accident occurs.
2021-05-10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-01
- VIN: 1FTEX15H9PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I JUST GOT THIS TRUCK USED AND REALIZED IT HAS DUAL GAS TANKS BUT ONLY THE REAR GAS TANK WORKS. I PUT GAS IN BOTH TANKS NOT KNOWING THAT I REALIZED AFTER THAT THE FRONT TANK DOESN'T WORK... THE NEXT MORNING I NOTICED GAS SPILLING OUT FROM UNDER THE TRUCK BECAUSE SOME OF THE GAS FROM THE REAR TANK IS GOING INTO THE FRONT 1 AND MAKING IT OVERFLOW.
2020-04-26
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-24
- VIN: 1FTDF15Y6PN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL IS SPEWING FROM THE GAS TANK /CAP WHERE YOU FILL IT. WHEN THE TRUCK IS PARKED THE GAS CAP HISSES LIKE IT IS PRESSURIZED. GAS IMMEDIATELY STARTS POURING OUT OF THE GAS CAP AND EVEN SPEWS OUT. I'VE TAKEN SPECIAL CARE NOT TO OVERFILL EITHER TANK. I AM CONCERNED THIS TRUCK IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THIS OCCURS SHORTLY AFTER DRIVING, IT STARTS, SPUTTERS AND THEN STOPS.
2018-01-03
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-07
- VIN: 1FTEX15N1PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 00V424000 - FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR ISSUES - TRUCK LOSES POWER DUE TO LACK OF FUEL AND NOW IT IS TRANSFERRING FUEL BETWEEN TANKS WHILE DRIVING. I TOOK TRUCK TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP IN AUGUST 2017 WHEN I DISCOVERED THE RECALL AND WAS TOLD THAT THE TRUCK IS PART OF THE RECALL BUT THAT THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER FROM FORD. IT IS NOW JANUARY 2018 AND STILL NO PART. I HAVE REPLACED BOTH FUEL TANKS AND FUEL PUMPS WHEN I FIRST BOUGHT THE TRUCK ALONG WITH HAVING THE ENGINE REBUILT. THE TRUCK IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE DUE TO THESE ISSUES BUT I AM AT LOSS OF WHAT TO DUE AT THIS POINT SINCE FORD IS NOT PROVIDING THE PARTS. I FEEL THAT THE FUEL CHECK VALVES SHOULD BE REPLACED BY FORD SINCE I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THEM MYSELF. I DISCOVERED THE RECALL ON MY OWN IN AUGUST 2017. I PURCHASED THE TRUCK EARLY IN 2014 FOR MY SON AS A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION PRESENT AND TO DRIVE TO COLLEGE. HE IS NOW A SENIOR IN COLLEGE AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO COLLEGE DUE TO THESE ISSUES. FORD RECALL: 00S57
2017-09-19
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-12
- VIN: 2FTDF15N0PC
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, IT EXPERIENCED LEAKING FROM THE FILLER TUBE. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 157,000.
2017-07-09
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-20
- VIN: 1FTDF15R5PL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL CROSS FLOWS BETWEEN TANS. I WAS DRIVING ON FRINT TANK. WHEN I STOPPED FUEL WAS GUSHING OUT REAR GAS CAP CAUSED $790.00 DAMAGE TO CUSTOM PAINT JOB. THIS TRUCK WAS FRAME OFF RESTORATION JUL, 08.
2017-06-23
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-06
- VIN: 1FTEF15Y7PN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL CROSSFLOW: UNUSED FUEL FROM REAR TANK RETURNS TO FRONT TANK, CAUSING FUEL OVERFLOW AND FUEL SPILLAGE. VEHICLE WAS RECALLED FOR THIS CONDITION IN 1994. RECALL #93S68 WAS PERFORMED BY SELLING DEALER IN 1994. PROBLEM WITH FUEL CROSSFLOW BEGAN IN DECEMBER, 2016. FORD HAD ISSUED AN EXTENDED RECALL #01M05 FOR THIS CONDITION FOR 12 YEARS OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. VEHICLE HAS ONLY 75,600 MILES, BUT IS NOW 24 YEARS OLD, SO IS NOT STILL COVERED. HOWEVER, I FEEL THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION, RISKING A FIRE WHILE VEHICLE IS RUNNING.
2017-03-20
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-03-19
- VIN: 1FTDF15R3PL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MAKE : FORD MODEL : F150 YEAR : 1991 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 93V125000 RECALL DATE : JUL 14, 1993 COMPONENT: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED : 1131000 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. NOTES: SYSTEM: FUEL; FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT TRUCKS AND CHASSIS CABS WITH GASOLINE ENGINES ANDDUAL FUEL TANKS.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED SERVICEDATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME WITHOUT CHARGEOR THE REMEDY DOES NOT CORRECT THE SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE,PLEASE CONTACT FORD'S CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER, 300 RENAISSANCE CENTER,P.O. BOX 43360, DETROIT, MI 48243. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFICSAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
2016-09-12
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-11
- VIN: 2FTDF15Y8PC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE REAR FUEL TANK POURED FUEL ONTO THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 135,600. UPDATED 11/07/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE FUEL PUMP CHECK VALVE CAUSED THE FUEL TO OVERFLOW. UPDATED 11/30/16.*JB THE CONSUMER STATED SAFETY RECALL 00S57 REPLACEMENT OF FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR AT THE INJECTION RAIL CAN NOT RESOLVE DESIGN IN FUEL PUMPS. UPDATED 7/07/2017*JS
2016-07-08
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-07
- VIN: 1FTEX14H8PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 1993 FORD F150 XLT WITH DUAL FUEL TANKS. THE FUEL SYSTEM DELIVERS RETURN FUEL FROM THE REAR TANK TO THE FRONT INSTEAD OF THE TO THE REAR CAUSING THE FRONT TANK TO OVERFLOW FUEL OUT OF THE VEHICLE. MAJOR FIRE AND SAFETY HAZARD. THIS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING AND CONTINUED AFTER VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. FORD HAD A SAFETY RECALL ON SOME VEHICLES FOR THIS EXACT ISSUE BUT REFUSED TO REPAIR MINE.
2016-03-18
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-10
- VIN: 1FTEF14NXPL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL: I JUST BOUGHT A MY TRUCK TWO YEARS AGO AND EVEN SINCE I BOUGHT IT, ITS BEEN RUNNING RICH AND ACTING LIKE IT DOESN'T HAVE ENOUGH FUEL PRESSURE. I HAVE EXPERIENCED BOGGING, HESITATION WHILE DRIVING AND FUEL LIKE SMELLS COMING FROM UNDER THE TRUCK. I SEE THERE IS A RECALL FROM 2001 ABOUT THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR OR SOMETHING BUT I DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT IT. I THINK THE NHTSA RECALL NUMBER WAS 00V424000 FROM WHAT I FOUND ONLINE. I AM JUST WONDERING IF THAT'S SOMETHING I CAN STILL GET FIXED FOR FREE BY THE DEALER SINCE THE PREVIOUS OWNER DIDN'T GET IT DONE. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 112,000 MILES ON IT AND IS IN MINT CONDITION. ANY MORE INFORMATION ON THE MATTER WILL HELP, THANKS.
2016-01-25
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-01
- VIN: 1FTEX14NXPK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL CAP WAS UNSCREWED AND FUEL SPILLED OUT OF THE TANK. IN ADDITION, WHILE REFUELING THE FIRST TANK, FUEL SPILLED INTO THE SECOND TANK. WHILE REFUELING THE SECOND TANK, FUEL SPILLED INTO THE FIRST TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO REPAIRED THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 00V424000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE CONTACT INDEPENDENTLY REPLACED THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000. UPDATED 03/16/16*LJ *CN
2015-08-14
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-13
- VIN: 1FTEF14H0PL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: STOPPED AT SERVICE STATION TO FUEL VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS DUAL TANKS. THE TANK SELECT SWITCH WAS IN THE REAR TANK POSITION. WAS GOING TO ADD FUEL TO REAR TANK BECAUSE THE FRONT TANK WAS INDICATING 'FULL' AND THE REAR TANK WAS NEARLY 'EMPTY'. OPENED THE FRONT TANK GAS CAP BY MISTAKE AND FUEL SHOT OUT AS IF UNDER PRESSURE ALL OVER THE SIDE OF MY VEHICLE AND ONTO THE GROUND WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO WET MY SHOES AND THE BOTTOM FRONT OF THE LEFT REAR TIRE. THERE WAS ABOUT A QUART OF FUEL EJECTED. I PUT THE CAP BACK ON AND CLOSED IT UNTIL IT CLICKED, AS USUAL. THEN I PROCEEDED TO PUT FUEL IN THE REAR TANK.
2015-06-17
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-10
- VIN: 1FTEX14N8PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK BUT IT SPILLED OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONNECTOR VALVE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 183,000.
2015-04-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FTEX14HXPK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: ON SATURDAY APRIL 18, 2015, MY VEHICLE HAD BEEN TOWED DUE TO IT CATCHING ON FIRE WHILE BEING PARKED. *TR
2015-04-14
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-29
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FTDF15N8PN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER AND BRAKE BOOSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 239,106.
2015-03-20
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-15
- VIN: 1FTEF15N6PL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE FUEL LEAKAGE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE CHECK VALVES AND FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 109,000. UPDATED 4/20/15*CN UPDATED 10/9/2015 *JS
2015-02-05
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-11
- VIN: 1FTEX15H2PK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, THE FUEL WOULD TRANSFER TO THE SECOND TANK INDEPENDENTLY. IF BOTH FUEL TANKS WERE FULL, FUEL WOULD SPEW OUT ONTO THE GROUND. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH FUEL PUMP CHECK VALVE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 136,500.
2014-09-09
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-26
- VIN: 2FTEF14N4PC
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING FUEL AND CAUSED THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE TO REEK OF FUEL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 00V424000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 204,000.
1993 Ford F-150 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the 1993 Ford F-150.
2009-05-11
- 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.
2009-04-07
- 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.
2008-02-04
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
- Summary: FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
- Consequence: AS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WIRING HARNESS, OR REPLACE THE MATING ELECTRICAL COMPONENT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2007-08-03
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. OWNERS OF THE PASSENGER CARS INCLUDED IN THIS CAMPAIGN WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. AS SOON AS REPAIR PARTS ARE AVAILABLE (EXPECTED OCTOBER 2007), OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN TO THE DEALERS FOR INSTALLATION OF A FUSED WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007, AND MAILING COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
2006-05-24
- 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.
2001-07-19
- 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.
2001-05-22
- 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.
2000-12-29
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND CAB CHASSIS EQUIPPED WITH GASOLINE ENGINES AND DUAL FUEL TANKS. THE CARBON STEEL FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR IN THE FUEL SYSTEM CAN WEAR OUT DURING THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE. IF THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR MALFUNCTIONS, IT CAN CAUSE HIGH FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE, WHICH DAMAGES THE FUEL PUMP CHECK VALVE. THIS ALLOWS FUEL TO BE TRANSFERRED FROM ONE TANK TO THE OTHER, POSSIBLY OVERFILLING THE NON-OPERATING TANK, RESULTING IN FUEL OVERFLOW PAST THE FILLER CAP.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL HAVE A STAINLESS STEEL FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR INSTALLED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (SEE PREVIOUS NHTSA RECALL 93V-125/FORD RECALL 93S68).
2000-08-21
- 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.
1994-09-07
- 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.
1994-01-02
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
- Summary: THE U-CLIP STYLE NUTS THAT RETAIN THE FRONT BUMPERS TO THE FRONT BUMPER INNER ARMS CAN FRACTURE.
- Consequence: IF ONE OF THE U-CLIP NUTS FRACTURES, THE BUMPER WILL LOOSEN AND RATTLE CAUSING FRACTURE OF THE REMAINING U-CLIP NUTS, RESULTING IN SEPARATION OF THE BUMPER FROM THE VEHICLE. IF THE BUMPER WERE TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE IT IS BEING DRIVEN, A VEHICLE COLLISION COULD RESULT.
- Remedy: INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT OF THE FOUR U-CLIP NUTS AND THE ASSOCIATED BOLTS.
1993-08-02
- 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.
1993-05-17
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
- Summary: THE TRANSFER CASES HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH THE WRONG ELECTRIC SHIFT MOTOR. THE TRANSFER CASES CAN SLIP OUT OF THE 4 X 4 HIGH GEAR POSITION DURING COASTING IN FORWARD GEARS OR WITH POWER APPLIED IN REVERSE GEAR.
- Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE CAN ROLL FREELY AS IF INNEUTRAL POSITION REGARDLESS OF THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR POSITION. THIS CANRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: REPLACE DEFECTIVE TRANSFER CASES WITH THE CORRECT VERSION.
Negative 1993 Ford F-150 car reviews
Positive 1993 Ford F-150 car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my 93 f150. I bought it back in 1997 with 40,000 miles on it, and now it has 217,000 miles and still runs like new! This truck has been incredibly reliable as long as I've kept up with regular maintenance. Despite being an older truck, it still provides a nice ride (although it can be a bit noisy at times) and hauls cargo with ease. I've owned newer trucks like a 07 Chevy 1500 and Ram 1500, both with less than 200 miles, but unfortunately, their transmissions blew at around 124-135,000 miles. The Ram's engine even went at 150,000 miles. (These trucks were just for driving state to state with little or no cargo.) All in all, I can confidently say that my 93 f150 is more reliable than most newer model trucks. Thanks for listening!
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Great job on choosing this truck! It's tough enough to handle anything a fast 17 year old can throw at it, whether it's for work or play!
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If you're looking for a reliable and smooth ride, the F150 has got you covered!
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Hi there! It's great to hear that your vehicle has been running smoothly with only a few minor repairs. You've taken great care of it! I noticed that you mentioned using PROLONG OIL additive, which seems to have worked wonders for you. Keep up the good work!
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Great on road and off. The best truck I've ever owned. Finding a well-maintained used vehicle is a must for reliability, and I got lucky with this one. It's important to note that the twin traction beam front end was replaced with a different suspension system when the rules for off-road racing changed. Overall, I highly recommend this truck!
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Luther Pollich 2024-06-20
You got this used for $800 and needed another $1200 to get it into good mechanical condition. The interior is still very nice, but the body is rusty in the usual Michigan places. However, the straight six with auto trans has over 205K miles and still runs perfectly! It's an amazing powertrain.
Hester Botsford 2024-01-23
Not great for towing serious loads, but it served its purpose for light hauling and basic work truck. The fuel economy was kind of low, and the previous owner had the tranny fixed at least twice, so it may not be the best for heavy loads or construction work. You might want to consider a bigger Ford for those purposes.