MYRModel Year Report

1991 Ford E-150

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1991 Ford E-150
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:43:03.013Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1989: 1 complaint 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 15 complaints 1991 15 1992: 64 complaints 1993: 71 complaints 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 complaint 2023: 0 complaints
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 15 complaints 1991 15 1992: 64 complaints 1993: 71 complaints 1993 1994: 121 complaints 1995: 71 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1997: 102 complaints 1997 1998: 60 complaints 1999: 83 complaints 1999 2000: 50 complaints 2001: 37 complaints 2001 2002: 28 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 16 complaints 2005 2006: 16 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2007 2008: 11 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 23 complaints 2011 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 19 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 8 complaints 2015 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2021: 1 complaint 2023: 0 complaints 2023
1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 15 complaints 1991 15 1992: 64 complaints 1993: 71 complaints 1993 1994: 121 complaints 1995: 71 complaints 1995 1996: 59 complaints 1997: 102 complaints 1997 1998: 60 complaints 1999: 83 complaints 1999 2000: 50 complaints 2001: 37 complaints 2001 2002: 28 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 33 complaints 2005: 16 complaints 2005 2006: 16 complaints 2007: 12 complaints 2007 2008: 11 complaints 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 23 complaints 2011 2012: 12 complaints 2013: 19 complaints 2013 2014: 6 complaints 2015: 8 complaints 2015 2016: 8 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2021: 1 complaint 2023: 0 complaints 2023

1991: 15 complaints

View as data table
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 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

6 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and fuses and circuit breakers.

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Had to replace three batteries and four alternators, purchased truck new . .

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-24

Fuel system, gasoline

4 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and selector devices.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 1991 Ford E150. While driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a loud hissing sound coming from the vehicle. He inspected the vehicle and noticed burn markings inside the filler cap as well as outside of the fuel tank.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-10-01

Tl* the contact owns a 1991 Ford E150. The contact was driving 45 MPH and smelled a gasoline fuel odor. He stopped the vehicle and notice gasoline leaking from the front tank of the fuel line. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-13

I found a safety recall on my vehicle, 91V-146 the dealer clams no record of recall, but has had this problem for 10 years now. Ford says recalls dont expire, but since no record due to it being a 1991 gary yoemans Ford will not fix.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-26

Tires

3 of 15 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

Power train

2 of 15 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.

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Transmission failed, resulting in injury. (Attorney for client)

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-24

Vehicle speed control

1 of 15 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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Consumer states while driving the accelerator pedal became stuck causing vehicle to suddenly accelerate. Ts

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-21

Safety timeline

1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-05 Transmission fluid fires
  2. I
    1991-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-31 Loss of brake effectivenes
  3. I
    1991-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-01 Fuel expulsion
  4. I
    1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-30 Loss of brake effectivenes
  5. R
    1991-12-20Fuel system, gasoline91V146000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Ford E-150 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 91V146000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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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 electrical system, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford E-150 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.