1991 Ford E-250
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 5
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 8 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.
Show complaint excerpts
Husband was traveling on interstate, approx. 65MPH. Sudden metallic noises and rumbling. Pulled over safely to find rear of transmission housing has lost several large chunks, leaving a gaping hole aproximately 10 inches by 4 inches.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-10
Transmission leaks/shifts hard/jerks.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-12-31
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 8 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and selector devices.
Show complaint excerpts
Consumer states having the same problem as recall#91V146000 fuel tank. Dealer will not repair because VIN was not included. Mr
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-11-14
NHTSA#6238-91-v-146-000 fuel tank: the dual tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks consumer states has the same problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-31
Tires
2 of 8 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Service brakes
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 5 investigations · oldest first
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1991-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-05 Transmission fluid fires
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1991-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-31 Loss of brake effectivenes
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1991-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-01 Fuel expulsion
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1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-30 Loss of brake effectivenes
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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.
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1993-06-04Engineering analysisClosed 1994-07-29 Alternator belt failure
Buy-smart checklist
1991 Ford E-250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 91V146000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1991 Ford E-250 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-250?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 Ford E-250 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.