1996 Ford Ford truck 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 1996 Ford Ford truck problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1996 Ford F-150 truck, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Spark Plug Failure: Specific to the 3V models of the Ford 4.6 engine, like those in the Ford F-150s, spark plug failure is a common issue. This problem arises due to a short tread depth caused by thin casting of the aluminum cylinder heads. Over time, the spark plug can become loose and shoot out, necessitating re-threading of the spark plug threads or even replacing the entire head, costing a few hundred dollars to over $1,000.
- Oil Pressure Drop: Another prevalent issue with the 4.6L engine in the 1996 Ford F-150 is a drop in oil pressure. Low oil pressure can lead to components in the engine banging against each other, causing increased friction, deterioration, and loss of power. Symptoms include the oil pressure light illuminating, burning oil smell, decreased performance, and engine overheating or failure. A faulty oil pump is a common cause of this problem, with repair costs ranging from $300 to $2,500.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that owners of the 1996 Ford F-150 may encounter. It's essential for owners to be aware of these issues to address them promptly and ensure the proper maintenance and longevity of their vehicles.
Are 1996 Ford f150s reliable?
Most reliable and fun truck to drive.
Plenty of power , good visibility 360 degrees, drove smoothly and easy to maintain. I got almost 200,000 miles on it when I sold and am ready for a newer one, but miss my old one.
How many miles will a 1996 Ford F-150 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 were Ford trucks bad?
What Are the Best F-150 Models? The best Ford F-150 models years are 2019 - 2023, 2017, 2006 - 2009, 2003, and 1996. 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 year Ford truck is most reliable?
The most reliable model years for the F-150, not including 2021 or later, include: 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2019, and 2020.
What is the biggest problem with Ford trucks?
10speed transmission. It's a learning transmission. And so it adjusts to your driving. Needs. And so that causes some problems as well.
Are 1996 Ford f150s reliable?
Most reliable and fun truck to drive.
Plenty of power , good visibility 360 degrees, drove smoothly and easy to maintain. I got almost 200,000 miles on it when I sold and am ready for a newer one, but miss my old one.
What years were Ford trucks bad?
What Are the Best F-150 Models? The best Ford F-150 models years are 2019 - 2023, 2017, 2006 - 2009, 2003, and 1996. 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.
How reliable are old Ford trucks?
Ford F-Series pickups have been the best-selling trucks in the country since 1977. If you take care of them, these long-lasting trucks can run for decades, reaching 200,000 miles or more. Models 25+ years old are sturdy enough to be your daily driver, unlike other classic cars you can buy but only drive occasionally.
1996 Ford Ford truck car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Ford truck problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Tires problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Fuel system problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Ford Ford truck vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1996 Ford Ford truck complaints
The NHTSA has received 20 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Ford Ford truck.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-03
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: CORROSION IN FORD LCF COMMERCIAL TRUCK FUEL TANKS, TRUCK RUNNING AT 5 MILES PER HOUR AND CONTINUOUS STALLING OF VEHICLE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-31
- VIN: 1FTEX15H1TK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: RECEIVED A NOTICE, SEPTEMBER 2005, FROM FORD MOTOR COMPANY, THAT A DEFECTIVE SWITCH IN THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM EXIST ON CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES, INCLUDING MINE. THE SWITCH CAN CAUSE A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING OR OFF. SWITCHES WILL BE AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER 2005. AS OF THIS DATE NO AVAILABLE SWITCHES AT ANY DEALER I'VE CALLED. THEY KEEP SAYING NEXT MONTH. CALLED FORD MOTOR CO. AND THEY ARE SAYING THE NEW SWITCHES WILL BE AVAILABLE IN JUNE 2008. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-03
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FMDU35P2TZ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TRUCK DAMANGE DUE TO TIRE BLOW-OUT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-28
- VIN: 2FMDA5149TB
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE HEAD GASKET OF MY 1996 FORD WINDSTAR VAN FAILED AT 79,900 MILES. THIS FAILURE IN 1995 FORD WINDSTAR VANS RESULTED IN A RECALL WHERE FORD MOTORS REPLACED THE ENGINES OF THOSE VEHICLES. I AM TOLD BY MY FORD PLATINUM MECHANIC THAT THE 1995 AND 1996 WINDSTAR ENGINES ARE THE SAME AND THAT THE GASKETS WERE SUPPLIED BY THE SAME SUPPLIER. MY VAN WAS MANUFACTURED IN OCTOBER, 1995. THIS FAILURE OCCURS IN OTHER FORD MOTORS 3.8 ENGINES, SPECIFICALLY THE CROWN VICTORIA, AND LINCOLN TOWNCAR. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-20
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW OUT DUE TO A SPLIT IN THE SIDEWALL, CAUSING DRIVER TO PULL OVER, OFF THE ROAD.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FTEF15N95L
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRUCK WAS PURCHASED USED WITH 20,907 MILES. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AT 10,000 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AGAIN AT 21, 828 ABOUT 11,000 MILES LATER.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-20
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE, DEALERS REFUSED TO REPLACE TIRE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT ON RECALL(FIRESTONE FR 480 P235R75/15).*ET
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-20
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE, DEALERS REFUSED TO REPLACE TIRE BECAUSE IT WAS NOT ON RECALL(FIRESTONE FR 480 P235R75/15).*ET
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-04
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FDLE40G1TH
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THIS IS THE LETTER I E-MAILED TO FIRESTONE_CONSUMERS_AFFAIRS, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2000. I HAVE HAD THREE OF MY SIX FIRESTONE TIRES FAIL WITH TREAD SEPARATION. THESE TIRES ARE NOT LISTED ON THE RECALL LIST. I DRIVE A 1996 27' GULFSTREAM CONQUEST 102 MOTOR HOME. I AM A BACHELOR: CONSEQUENTLY, I TRAVEL ALONE AND CARRY A RELATIVELY SMALL LOAD. ALL THREE FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON ASPHALT ROADS. THE TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 92 TO 95 DEGREES AND THE ROADS WERE SMOOTH, WITHOUT POTHOLES. MY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DOORFRAME INDICATE MY REAR DUALS SHOULD BE INFLATED TO 80 PSI, THE FRONT TO 60 PSI. I PUT 80 PSI IN THE FRONT ALSO. THE FIRST FIRESTONE LT225/R75-16 M&S STEELTEX RADIAL R4S SEPARATED IN MOVILE, ALABAMA WITH ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON THE MOTOR HOME. THESE ARE ALL ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES. I CAN'T FIND MY RECEIPT FOR THIS ONE AND THE ONLY INDICATION IS THAT I NOW HAVE A HERCULES TIRE WHERE I DID HAVE A FIRESTONE. THE SECOND FIRESTONE LT225/R75-16 M&S STEELTEX RADIAL R4S SEPARATED ITS TREAD NEAR FERMIE, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA. THIS WAS THE LEFT INSIDE DUAL WITH ABOUT 27,000 MILES ON 08/04/2000. THE TREAD SEPARATED AND I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ABOUT 4 MILES ON THE OUTSIDE DUAL AND REACH LARRY'S RADIATOR, MECHANICAL AND AUTO BODY, 6678 HWY #3 EAST, FERMIE, B.C., VOB 1MO, PHONE (250) 423-4111 OR (800) 866-8766. THE THIRD FIRESTONE LT225/R75-16 M&S STEELTEX RADIAL R4S SEPARATED ITS TREAD ABOUJT 3 MILES SOUTH OF THOMPSON FALLS, MONTANA ON 08/14/2000 WITH ABOUT 27,000 MILES ON THE ORIGINAL TIRES. THIS WAS THE RIGHT INSIDE DUAL. THE TREAD SEPARATED AND I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE ABOUT 3 MILES TO REACH RON'S SERVICE, P.O. BOX 88 - 606 MAIN ST., THOMPSON FALLS, MT59873 PHONE (408) 827-4653. MY COST: TIRE #1 - $126.47, TIRE #2 - $144.61 AMERICAN DOLLARS, TIRE #3 - $116.95, TOTAL $388.03 (DOT NUMBER: VNILIXA066 TIRESIZE: 225/75R-16)
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-17
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: RIGHT REAR TREAD SEPARATED FROM TIRE DAMAGING RIGHT LOWER QUARTER PANEL AND TAIL PIPE. NLM (FIRESTONE 2857516)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-25
- VIN: 3FCLF53G6TJ
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DEVELOPED LEAKS IN GAS TANK UNDER FRONT RESTRAINING STRAP .WAS REPAIRED AND ANOTHER LEAK DEVELOPED UNDER FRONT STRAP IN SAME AREA.COULD HAVE BEEN A VERY HAZERDOUS SITUATION.SEEMS THAT THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE TANK,SIMILAR TO THE 1995 FORD WINDSTAR RECALL
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-10
- VIN: 1FALP53S5TA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN DRIVNG THOUGH A PUDDLE @ SLOW SPEEDS, BATTERY LIGHT BLINKED AND ENGINE SHUT OFF. BROUGHT CAR INTO SHOP, WAS TOLD LOOSE BATTERY CONNECTION. I READ ON YOUR WEB SITE THAT OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-16
- VIN: 1FTHW26F3TE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THIS TRUCK IS EQUIPPED WITH E4 OD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHILE STILL UNDER ORIGINAL WARRENTEE I COMPLAINED OF JERKY AND ROUGH SHIFTING AND WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER AT THE DEALER, THAT THIS WAS NORMAL, TO PROTECT MYSELF AT 32,000 MILES I HAD THE TRANSISSIOM SERVICED AND CHECKED AGAIN FOR DEFECTS, AND WAS TOLD EVERYTHING WAS A-OKAY. THE ROUGH AND JERKY SHIFTING STILL OCCURRED. AT 67,000 MILES THE E4 OD TRANSMISSION FAILED. A REPUTABLE TRANSMISSION AUTHORITY WAS CONTACTED, THE PROBLEM AND THIS IS KNOWN BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY, IS THE TRANSMISSION IN THE E4 OD WHICH WAS STANDARD AT THE TIME FOR THIS MODEL, WAS NOT STURDY ENOUGH TO GET THE PREPORTED 100,000 MILES THAT THE DEALERS BRAG ABOUT. THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS TOO LIGHT WEIGHT FOR THE 7.3 LTR ENGINE AND WAS COMPLETELY DIS INTERGRATED, BY THE POWER OF THE ENGINE. THIS HAD BEEN ON GOING EVEN TO THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY. FORD IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AS THIS E4 OD TRANSMISSION HAS HAD NUMEROUS RECALLS AND SEVICE BULLETINS SINCE IT'S CONCEPTION IN THE EARLY 1990'S.. FORD MOTOR COMPANY SENT ME A FREE 24 /24 EXTENDED WARRANTY DATED ACTIVE 4 DAYS AFTER I PAID $2500 FOR AN OVERHAUL OF THIS E4 OD TRANSMISSION. I HAVE 4 OTHER FORD PRODUCTS IN MY DRIVEWAY AND I'M SO UNHAPPY ABOUT THIS I FEEL LIKE MOVING OVER TO DODGE. MY FAMILY HAS ALWAYS USED FORD PRODUCTS, BUT THIS TIME WE ARE GETTING STUCK WITH A HUGE REPAIR BILL THAT THE FORD DEALER AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-16
- VIN: 1FTHW26F3TE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THIS TRUCK IS EQUIPPED WITH E4 OD AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, WHILE STILL UNDER ORIGINAL WARRENTEE I COMPLAINED OF JERKY AND ROUGH SHIFTING AND WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER AT THE DEALER, THAT THIS WAS NORMAL, TO PROTECT MYSELF AT 32,000 MILES I HAD THE TRANSISSIOM SERVICED AND CHECKED AGAIN FOR DEFECTS, AND WAS TOLD EVERYTHING WAS A-OKAY. THE ROUGH AND JERKY SHIFTING STILL OCCURRED. AT 67,000 MILES THE E4 OD TRANSMISSION FAILED. A REPUTABLE TRANSMISSION AUTHORITY WAS CONTACTED, THE PROBLEM AND THIS IS KNOWN BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY, IS THE TRANSMISSION IN THE E4 OD WHICH WAS STANDARD AT THE TIME FOR THIS MODEL, WAS NOT STURDY ENOUGH TO GET THE PREPORTED 100,000 MILES THAT THE DEALERS BRAG ABOUT. THE TORQUE CONVERTER IS TOO LIGHT WEIGHT FOR THE 7.3 LTR ENGINE AND WAS COMPLETELY DIS INTERGRATED, BY THE POWER OF THE ENGINE. THIS HAD BEEN ON GOING EVEN TO THE ORIGINAL WARRANTY. FORD IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AS THIS E4 OD TRANSMISSION HAS HAD NUMEROUS RECALLS AND SEVICE BULLETINS SINCE IT'S CONCEPTION IN THE EARLY 1990'S.. FORD MOTOR COMPANY SENT ME A FREE 24 /24 EXTENDED WARRANTY DATED ACTIVE 4 DAYS AFTER I PAID $2500 FOR AN OVERHAUL OF THIS E4 OD TRANSMISSION. I HAVE 4 OTHER FORD PRODUCTS IN MY DRIVEWAY AND I'M SO UNHAPPY ABOUT THIS I FEEL LIKE MOVING OVER TO DODGE. MY FAMILY HAS ALWAYS USED FORD PRODUCTS, BUT THIS TIME WE ARE GETTING STUCK WITH A HUGE REPAIR BILL THAT THE FORD DEALER AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: RIVETS AND BOLTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT IN THE CHASSIS, HOWEVER DEALERSHIP WELDED FRAME INSTEAD.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SHOULDER BELTS MOUNTED TO WALL, CAUSING BELTS TO CROSS OVER THE AISLE OF VAN, BLOCKING AISLE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: OIL PAN RUSTED OUT CAUSING LEAKAGE.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: WHEN PULLING TRAILERS THE ABS, ON THESE VEHICLES, IS ACTIVE AND IT TAKES APPROXIMATELY 40% MORE BRAKING ROOM TO STOP. THIS HAS BEEN OBSERVED ON THE FORD AND DODGE ONE TON PICK-UP TRUCKS.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-23
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: HOLE IN ENGINE CYLINDER DUE TO NOT ADDING CHEMNICAL ADDITIVE TO COOLANT SYSTEM. *DH
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1995-10-01
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: DRIVER HAS TO TAKE EYES OFF ROAD TO ADJUST RADIO DUE TO THE RADIO MISSING ITS KNOBS. *DH
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