1994 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 1994 Ford F-150 problems
The Ford F-150 1994 has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. This article will discuss these issues in detail.
- Ball Joints: The ball joints on 1990-1996 Ford F-150s are particularly vulnerable to water exposure, which can cause them to expire prematurely. Drivers will need to replace them with new ones if exposed to water.
- Hard Starting: Drivers have reported complaints of hard-starting on 1990-1996 model F-150s. Ford attributed this issue to faulty harness wiring in the power control module. Symptoms of the problem include vehicular stalling, hesitation, and failure to start. On 1995 and 1996 Ford trucks, hard-starting has also been linked to a stuck idle air control valve.
- Suspension Problems: Owners of 1991 to 1994 Ford trucks have reported problems with the front suspension system. The problem is due to weak leaf springs along the front of the vehicle. To fix the issue, get newer, stronger leaf springs.
These common problems with the Ford F-150 1994 can lead to costly repairs if not addressed promptly. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues from occurring or worsening.
How many miles can a 1994 Ford F150 last?
between 200,000 and 300,000 miles
So, how long does a Ford F-150 last exactly? These full-size trucks generally last between 200,000 and 300,000 miles, as long as they're properly maintained.
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.
How many miles can a 1994 Ford F150 last?
between 200,000 and 300,000 miles
So, how long does a Ford F-150 last exactly? These full-size trucks generally last between 200,000 and 300,000 miles, as long as they're properly maintained.
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.
Is a 1994 Ford F150 a classic?
This 1994 F-150 never looked so classic and has been loved just enough to remain nice all the while being used like a truck should be. Utilizing the world's first wrap- around aero styled headlight on a truck, this proved wildly popular and is now classic.
1994 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:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1994 Ford F-150 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1994 Ford F-150
The NHTSA has received 841 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1994 Ford F-150. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1994 Ford F-150 vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-28
- VIN: 1FTEX14N3RK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 1994 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the rear brakes locked up. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crossed three lanes. The contact stated he bumped the curb which caused the vehicle to stop. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to his residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-09
- VIN: 1FTDF15Y1RL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- 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
SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-13
- VIN: 1FTEX15N2RK
- Components: SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SEPTEMBER 13TH I GOT INTO A SMALL ACCIDENT. I WAS PULLING MY TRAILER AND MY TRUCK RAN INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. JUST RIGHT SIDE WAS MINOR. TRUCK JUMP ON TOP ON A ANGLE. I WAS FREAKING OUT COULD NOT GET THE SEAT BELT OFF. SOMEBODY HAD TO CUT IT. IM GLAD I WASNT BURNING IN THE TRUCK. I LOVE THESE 94 MODELS. BUT [XXX]. I WAS GETTING OFF THE INTERSTATE TO HWY 190 BUT HIT A CONSTRUCTION PIECE. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FTDF15R7RL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: TRUCK JUST WENT UP IN FLAMES ,NEXT TO MY HOUSE. STARTED ON DRIVERS SIDE AND BURNT FROM SEATS TO THE FRONT BUMPER BURNING THE WINDSHIELD DASH AND THE ENGINE. TOTAL LOOSE.THE TRUCK WAS PARKED AND NOT RUNNING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 1FTDF15Y9RL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED GEARS INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE FUEL PUMPS WERE DEFECTIVE AND REPLACED THEM. THE CONTACT THEN STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE MOTIVE POWER WHILE ABS, BATTERY, AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS BECAME ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC SINCE THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE WITH A DEFECTIVE COMPUTER SYSTEM WHICH WAS REPLACED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH KING COTTON FORD 965 US-51, COVINGTON, TN 38019 WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SUBJECTED TO A RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 130,000.
AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-15
- VIN: 1FTEF15Y2RN
- Components: AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE GAS FROM THE FRONT TANK GOES TO THE BACK THING AND THE TRUCK HESITATES AND CUTS OFF. AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS BLINKING
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-20
- VIN: 1FTEF14N0RN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THROTTLE WON'T RETURN. ONCE PEDAL IS PUSHED IT STAYS AT HIGH REVVING. PEDAL WILL STAY ON FLOOR. CABLE WILL PULL BUT WON'T RETURN SO IDLE IS STUCK HIGH.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-15
- VIN: 1FTEF15N7RN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND REPLACED THE BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MANEUVER OUT OF THE PARKING GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED A CASE NUMBER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 136,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-22
- VIN: 1FTEF15N5RN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL IS PUMPING OUT OF REAR TANK TO FRONT TANK CAUSING FUEL TO PUMP OUT OF FRONT FILLER CAP AND DOWN SIDE OF TRUCK CAUSING FIRE HAZZARD
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-16
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS IS AN A SERIOUS ONGOING PROBLEM. THIS FORD F-150 HAS DUAL GAS TANKS, FRONT AND REAR. IN THIS TRUCK THE FRONT TANK IS SOMEHOW GETTING OVER FILLED AS YOU DRIVE ALONG AND SPEWS FUEL. REMOVE THE CAP AND GAS GUSHES OUT. A LITTLE GOOGLING SHOWED THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO A LOT OF F-150S. HAVING HAPPENED TO A NUMBER OF THESE TRUCKS THERE MUST BE A RECALL OR AT LEAST A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN THAT SAID WHAT NEEDED TO BE DONE TO FIX IT. THIS MUST BE COVERED BY A SAFETY RECALL. MOST RECALLS SEEM TO BE FOR RELATIVELY MINOR ISSUES. THIS IS A SERIOUS ISSUE. MOST RECALLS DON'T FIX PROBLEMS THAT APPROACH THE HAZARD TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT WOULD BE ENDANGERED IF THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAME. [XXX] [XXX] OR TEXT TO [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-10
- VIN: 1FTEF15N8RL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY DAD NOTICED THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHING ON AND OFF AT RANDOM SHORTLY BEFORE HE DIED. ONCE I WAS GIVEN IT AS A GIFT BY HIM IN HIS LAST WILL, I EXPERIENCED THE SAME ACTIVITY WITH THE LIGHT, "AND" NOW HAVE NO HORN AND THE HEADLIGHTS SOMETIMES FLASH ON AND OFF LIKE THEIR IS A SHORT IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM...NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAG CURRENTLY FUNCTIONS OR NOT!
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-08
- VIN: 1FTEF15N7RL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150 WITH A DUEL GAS TANK. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER SPOUSE AND STATED THAT AS HE PULLED INTO A FUEL STATION, HE WAS MADE AWARE BY BYSTANDERS THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON HER HUSBAND EXITING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE REAR TANK AND UPON OPENING THE FUEL CAP A SIZZLING NOISE WAS HEARD AS FUEL SPEWED OUT THE TANK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING INTO THE REAR FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC OR DEALER FOR DIAGNOSES OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 01I008000 (FUEL SYSTEM,GASOLINE) BUT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 152,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-27
- VIN: 1FTEF15N5RN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE FUELING THE REAR TANK, APPROXIMATELY ONE GALLON OF FUEL STARTED EMERGING FROM THE FRONT TANK. THE CONTACT STOPPED FUELING AND CALLED THE FUEL STATION ATTENDANT TO REPORT THE FUEL SPILL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED NOTICING THE SMELL OF FUEL EMERGING OUT OF THE FRONT TANK WHEN REFUELING THE REAR TANK TWICE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT DID NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE TO GET IT DIAGNOSED BUT CONTACTED THE DEALER BUTCH OUSTALET IN GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI BY PHONE. THE DEALER ADVISED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,524.
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-13
- VIN: 1FTEF15N3RN
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT START WHEN CRANKED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE FAILED AT LEAST TWENTY TIMES INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 192,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-02
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 1994 FORD F-150. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT UNABLE TO REPAIR DRIVER AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT THAT HAS BEEN BLINKING FOR SEVERAL YEARS. *SMD
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-01
- VIN: 1FTEF15N7RN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TRUCK LEAKS GASOLINE WHEN BOTH TANKS ARE FULL. TOOK TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETECTED A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP. REAR TANK PUMPS ITS FUEL TO THE FRONT TANK. WHEN THE FRONT TANK IS FULL, THE GAS LEAKS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT IN AN AREA BENEATH THE BATTERY. THE 1993 FORDS WERE RECALLED FOR THIS ISSUE. BUILD DATE ON THIS TRUCK IS 01/94
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-20
- VIN: 1FTEF15N5RL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DUAL FUEL TANKS WERE LEAKING FUEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT WHEN BOTH FUEL TANKS WERE FULL, THE FRONT TANK WOULD PUMP FUEL INTO THE REAR FUEL TANK DUE TO MALFUNCTIONING CHECK VALVES CAUSING FUEL TO OVER FLOW FROM THE FUEL GAP. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000. UPDATED 02/09/15*LJ UPDATED 9/11/17*CN
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-08
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE SITTING IN A RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE FIRE. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE FIRE STARTED NEAR THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM BUT THE ORIGIN OF THE FIRE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 250,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-10
- VIN: 1FTEX15Y7RK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE HAS DUAL FUEL TANKS. THE FRONT TANK SUPPLIES GAS TO THE MOTOR. THE REAR TANK DOES NOT SEEM TO FUEL THE MOTOR. GAS FROM THE FRONT TANK IS FORCED INTO THE REAR TANK UNTIL IT IS PRESSURIZED TO THE POINT OF COMING OUT THROUGH THE CAP. IF THE CAP IS REMOVED, BOTH FUMES AND GAS SPILL OUT OF THE FILLER NECK. I AM READING NOW THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE DURING OR AROUND THE 1994 TIME FRAME. IS FORD ATTEMPTING TO CORRECT THIS PROBLEM? THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM. IT HAS HAPPENED IN 2011, 2012, 2013 AND NOW IN 2014, BUT I'VE NEVER KNOWN THIS COULD BE A FACTORY DEFECT. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-14
- VIN: 1FTEF15YXRN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 F-15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GASOLINE FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALERTED OF THE FAILURE BUT STATED THAT THERE WAS NOT A RECALL FOR THE DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 141,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-21
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: ON MONDAY I NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL COMING FROM THE REAR TANK (DUAL TANK SYSTEM) OF MY TRUCK. TUESDAY AFTER SWITCHING GAS USE FROM THE FRONT TO REAR WHEN I STOPPED AT A LOCAL STORE, GAS WAS DRIBBLING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED OUT OF THE GAS CAP AREA FROM MY REAR TANK. BY THE TIME I GOT HOME PRESSURE CAUSED THE GAS TO PRACTICALLY EXPLODE OUT OF THE GAS CAP BY THE GALLONS. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT HAD TO BE CALLED TO ENSURE THAT MOVING THE TRUCK DID NOT START A FIRE AND TO CLEAN THE SPILL. AFTER RESEARCHING THE ISSUE, IT APPEARS THAT THERE WAS A RECALL THROUGH FORD FOR EARLIER DUAL TANK MODELS FOR THE SAME ISSUE (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER :93V125000). MANY OTHER 1994 F-150 OWNERS ARE HAVING THIS SAME ISSUE BUT A RECALL HAS NOT YET BEEN ISSUED (EXAMPLE: NHTSA COMPLAINT # 10533605). I ASSURE YOU THAT THIS WAS INDEED A HUGE FIRE HAZARD! ACCORDING TO YOUR FILES, IN 1993, FORD IS WELL AWARE OF THIS ISSUE THROUGH RECALL 93V-125. WHY HAVEN'T OTHER OWNERS WITH DUAL TANKS BEEN NOTIFIED? IN ADDITION, WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN ANOTHER RECALL FOR LATER FORD MODELS? *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-25
- VIN: 1FTEF15N1RN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED HIS VEHICLE HAD DUEL FUEL TANKS AND WHILE IT WAS PARKED HE NOTICED FUEL LEAKING. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BOTH FUEL TANKS WERE FULL THE FRONT TANK WOULD PUMP FUEL INTO THE BACK TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 162,000. THE CURRENT APPROXIMATE MILEAGE IS 163,000. UPDATED 9/17/13*CN THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN BOTH TANKS WERE OVER HALF FULL, WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT TANK WOULD RUN THE TRUCK AND AT THE SAME TIME, PUMP EXTRA FUEL INTO THE REAR TANK, CAUSING GAS TO OVER FLOW FROM THE GAS GAP, AND ONTO THE GROUND. UPDATED. 11/6/13
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FTEX14N3RK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THE TRUCK HAD BEEN PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY NEXT TO THE GARAGE FOR ABOUT 8 1/2 HOURS. A FIRE STARTED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENTS AND CAUGHT ONTO THE CORNER OF THE GARAGE. *TR
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-22
- VIN: 1FTEX15H0RK
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING MY SEAT RECLINER BOLTS BROKE FROM THE SEAT FRAME CAUSING THE SEAT TO RECLINE ALL THE WAY TO THE BACK SEAT IN MY EXTENDED CAB. I WAS ABLE TO NOT LOSE CONTROL OF MY TRUCK THANKFULLY HOWEVER I HAVE IT TEMPORARILY FIXED WITH A BOLT STUCK THROUGH IT TO KEEP IT FROM RECLINING. UPON CALLING FORD THEY TOLD ME THAT EVEN THOUGH I FOUND A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE; IT HOWEVER DID NOT AFFECT MY VIN #. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED. UPON SPEAKING WITH FORD DIRECTLY FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS TO FIX IT, I WAS TOLD THE PARTS/BOLTS ONLY COME IN A BIG QUANTITY PACK AND WOULD BE ALMOST $200 BUT I WOULD ONLY NEED ONE OR TWO BOLTS TO FIX IT. THIS IS RIDICULOUS AND SHOULD BE HANDLED BY THE DEALER FREE OF CHARGE AND INCLUDED AS A RECALL DUE TO THE SAFETY HAZARD THIS COULD HAVE POSED TO MYSELF AND OTHER CITIZENS DRIVING! *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-15
- VIN: 1FTEX158XRK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE COIL PACK AND THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION TEMPORARILY. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO MONTHS LATER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 226,000.
1994 Ford F-150 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the 1994 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: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN 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: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
- Consequence: A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ADVISED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO RECONNECT THE SPEED CONTROL BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS WHO DID NOT HAVE THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED TO HAVE THEIR SYSTEM REMEDIED BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS ARE URGED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE FREE DISCONNECT SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANT RISK OF FIRE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 06V286)
- 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: SEATS
- Summary: THE WIRE HARNESS FOR THE POWER LUMBAR FEATURE ON THE SEAT IS UNDERNEATH THE FRONT SEAT CUSHION SUPPORT WIRES. THE SUPPORT WIRES ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN CONTACT AND DAMAGE THE INSULATION HARNESS RESULTING IN A HIGH RESISTANCE ELECTRICAL SHORT THROUGH THE SUPPORT WIRES.
- Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: OVER HEATING OF THE SUPPORT WIRES COULD RESULT, AND MELTING, SMOKE, OR POSSIBLE IGNTION OF THE SURROUNDING MATERIALS COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SEATS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. IF NO DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE DRIVER SEAT WIRE HARNESS WILL BE COVERED WITH A PROTECTIVE CONVOLUTE TUBING, WRAPPED WITH ELECTRICAL TAPE AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REROUTED. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE WIRE HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED.
- Manufacturer: VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THE SEAT RECLINER TO SEAT FRAME ATTACHING BOLTS ON THESE VEHICLES COULD LOOSEN, FATIGUE AND FRACTURE, ALLOWING THE SEAT BACK TO SUDDENLY RECLINE.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR TO THE DRIVER'S SEAT, THIS COULD RESULT IN A SUDDEN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE ALL FOAM AND/OR FABRIC SANDWICHED BETWEEN THE RECLINER ASSEMBLY AND THE SEAT FRAME, INSTALL WASHERS BETWEEN THE SEAT RECLINER AND THE SEAT FRAME AT EACH ATTACHMENT POINT, AND INSTALL NEW ATTACHING BOLTS TORQUED TO A HIGHER SPECIFICATION. THESE CORRECTIONS WILL BE MADE TO BOTH THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEATS.
- 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: 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.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH NONFUNCTIONAL AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC MODULES INTENDED FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES OVER 8,500 BLS. GVWR.
- Consequence: THE AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT AND THE AIR BAGWARNING LIGHT WILL NOT FUNCTION. THIS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED OCCUPANTPROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION THAT SHOULD ACTIVATE THE AIR BAGSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, INSTALL THE CORRECT AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC MODULE.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE DESIGN OF THE AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC MONITOR CAUSES THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY WHEN THE PASSENGER DOOR IS SLAMMED WHILE THE IGNITION KEY IS TURNED TO THE START POSITION.
- Consequence: INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG CAN RESULT ININJURY TO THE DRIVER.
- Remedy: INSTALL A REDESIGNED AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC MONITOR.
Negative 1994 Ford F-150 car reviews
Positive 1994 Ford F-150 car reviews
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I used to own a 1980 Ford F150 standard cab long bed. It had been in maybe 10 accidents, had 5 engine replacements, 4 tailgate replacements, and one radio replacement. The tires were switched from time to time. The truck had probably covered over 700,000 miles and delivered 100,000 cords of firewood, yet it was still running. It was a work beast with over 400 horsepower. I beat the hell out of it, but it never took a rest. It could even burn out with 1500 lbs in the back. However, it only got 8 mpg. I eventually sold it back to my dad and got a newer (new to me) 1994 F150 automatic 2WD extended cab long bed. It's a great truck with better mpg, but it doesn't have nearly as much power as my old 400 horsepower truck. I feel fancy driving my newer Ford, but everyone should have a Ford truck. As for cars, I would go for Kia.
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The interior is super comfortable and the factory sound system is great. The only downside is that the 5.0 V8 engine gets pretty bad mileage, only about 12 mpg in all city driving. However, I've had the truck for 5 years and it sat for three, but after putting new tires, brakes, and a slew of other parts it needed, it has been pretty cheap to maintain. In fact, I've put 32,000 miles on it in 5 years and it's only broken down once, needing a mass air flow sensor. As long as you do your maintenance on time, as the manual says, you'll be good for miles and miles!
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Love everything about this truck! It can haul, tow, and carry anything. The XLT package with bucket seats is very nice. This is an awesome truck!
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I've had this 10 year old truck for 2.5 years, and I absolutely love it! If it got better gas mileage, it would be the greatest vehicle ever. I've hauled 2.5 yards of mulch in it, towed trailers, and the previous owner towed his boat to the beach regularly; and the truck still runs perfectly. He and I have replaced very few items on it, and it still runs like new. It's extremely comfortable and reliable. I plan to keep it another 10 or 15 years. And since it's such a popular vehicle, tires and many other accessories are fairly inexpensive. Also, it has a good safety rating. No one makes trucks better than Ford.
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I mainly use this '94 truck to drive to work. I work at a cattle ranch and sometimes I have to pull trailers with it. It's an excellent 6-banger, and I've never seen a V8 Chevy accomplish that. I really like it and hope I never have to sell it. By the way, Ford is the best, they never rest!
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Hipolito Bogan 2024-10-19
If you have lots of time and money, keep it. The four-speed overdrive transmission drops down when driving on long trips, making the engine redline. However, it can be a bit temperamental and require many small repairs. Additionally, the captain's chairs may be too low and the wipers are not the best, as with all Fords.
Collin Blick 2024-10-18
It's clear that you take great care of your truck, as it's your only mode of transportation. You've replaced a lot of parts over time, including fan belts and tensioners, power steering unit, master cylinder, brakes, radiator, front gas tank, emergency brake cables, tires, tie rods, windshield, wiper blades, tail pipe clamp, radio, front end alignment, various lamps, bolts, hoses, and more. It's impressive that you change the oil and filter every 2 months, check the air filter every 6 months, and frequently check the tire pressure. Your dedication to maintaining your truck is admirable!
Armani Rolfson 2024-08-23
Hey there! Just wanted to let you know that I've invested around $2,000 into my truck, on top of the $2,000 I paid for it.
Jason Johnson 2024-08-19
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I noticed that you needed a truck for installing doors and windows before being laid off. It sounds like you were looking for a long bed, but really wanted the extended cab too. I can imagine that it might not be as comfortable as you would like since you've got pretty long legs. Unfortunately, there's just no way to get the seat all the way back and recline the seat at the same time. On the bright side, with a camper top, it's become very practical!
Rickie Fay 2024-05-29
I purchased the truck brand new and have driven it for 144K miles. My plan is to keep it until it reaches 250K or 300K miles. The inline 6 300CI engine is incredibly tough and reliable, and has never required any maintenance. The 5-speed gearbox and clutch are both very good. The A/C, power steering, and power brakes have never needed any attention. The body is in excellent condition, although it doesn't quite match the fit and finish of a GM truck. On the downside, the brakes have always been lousy in wet weather, and the hydraulic clutch actuator is made of plastic and needs to be replaced periodically, although it works great.