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.
6 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and fuses and circuit breakers.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
HAD TO REPLACE THREE BATTERIES AND FOUR ALTERNATORS, PURCHASED TRUCK NEW . .*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960924
4 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and selector devices.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
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, 20071001
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, 20120613
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, 20040426
3 of 15 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
2 of 15 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and automatic transmission.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRANSMISSION FAILED, RESULTING IN INJURY. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *DH
NHTSA ODI report, 19960624
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, 20021021
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 electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 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 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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.