1983 Ford Club Wagon
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
SOME OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A DIODE IN THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT THAT MAY SHORT DURING ENGINE STARTING DUE TO INADEQUATE CAPACITY TO WITHSTAND CURRENT DRAW. A SHORT CIRCUIT WOULD RES
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE ELEMENT IN THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT WITH A NEW RELAY FEED WIRING ASSEMBLY WHICH CONTAINS A LARGER CAPACITY DIODE, FREE OF CHARGE.
Campaign 82V124000 — check if this car was fixed
THE PARKING GEAR MAY NOT ENGAGE, EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "PARK" POSITION. THIS OCCURS IF THE LINKAGE INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION THAT ACTUATES THE PARK GEAR WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFA
Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL ACTUATING ROD ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 83V028000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO EXCESSIVE UNDERHOOD TEMPERATURES AND FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURES IN SEVERE DUTY APPLICATIONS.
Remedy: INSTALL MODIFICATION KITS TO MINIMIZE POSSIBILITY OF FUEL EXPULSION AND TO SHIELD UNDERBODY COMPONENTS FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT.
Campaign 87V144000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1983 Ford Club Wagon — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 82V124000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 83V028000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 87V144000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1983 Ford Club Wagon reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1983 Ford Club Wagon have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.