1991 Ford E-150
Only 15 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 15 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 |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 64 |
| 1993 | 71 |
| 1994 | 121 |
| 1995 | 71 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 102 |
| 1998 | 60 |
| 1999 | 83 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 15 total reports mention: tires.
2 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
HAD TO REPLACE THREE BATTERIES AND FOUR ALTERNATORS, PURCHASED TRUCK NEW . .*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960924
1 of 15 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK CAUSING VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY ACCELERATE. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021021
1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires.
1 of 15 total reports mentions: seats.
SAFETY TIMELINE
TRANSMISSION FLUID FIRES
LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES
FUEL EXPULSION
LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES
THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AN OVERFILL CONDITION IN ONE OF THE FUEL TANKS, RESULTING IN AN OVERFLOW OF FUEL PAST THE FILLER CAP.
Remedy: REPLACE THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE.
Campaign 91V146000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Ford E-150 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 91V146000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 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 1991 Ford E-150?
The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford E-150 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.