MYRModel Year Report

1989 Ford E-150

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1989 Ford E-150
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:57:42.831Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford E-150 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 15 complaints 1992: 64 complaints 1993: 71 complaints 1993 1994: 121 complaints 1995: 71 complaints 1996: 59 complaints 1997: 102 complaints 1997 1998: 60 complaints 1999: 83 complaints 2000: 50 complaints 2001: 37 complaints 2001 2002: 28 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 16 complaints 2005 2006: 16 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2008: 11 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 23 complaints 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 19 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 8 complaints 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2021: 1 complaints 2023: 0 complaints 2023
1989: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19891
19902
199115
199264
199371
1994121
199571
199659
1997102
199860
199983
200050
200137
200228
200321
200433
200516
200616
200712
200811
20097
201010
201123
201212
201319
20146
20158
20168
20170
20211
20230

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Ignition control module fails due to excessive heat buildup, due to where the control module is located.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230910

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

Ignition control module fails due to excessive heat buildup, due to where the control module is located.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230910

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Ford E-150 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2004 ▲ 2001 ● 2000

WORST YEARS

◆ 1994 ◆ 1997 ◆ 1999

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FAQ

Is the 1989 Ford E-150 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1989 Ford E-150?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Ford E-150 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.