Is the 1992 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 1992 Ford E-250?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Ford E-250 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1992 Ford E-250

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1992 Ford E-250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:57.634Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 14
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 3
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1992: 14 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 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

8 of 14 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and control arm.

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The rear left suspension leaf spring broke dealer replaced this once . Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-08

Service brakes

5 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

5 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and gasoline.

FIRE

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When consumer parked vehicle after driving from work to home, somebody told him that vehicle was on fire, acording to fire department. Fire had started in the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-08-20

Structure

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.

INJURY

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While driving down the freewaythe hood flew open and shattered the windshield the windsheild was 3 inches from the steering wheel when inspecting the hood I found that the metal that the hood catch grabs on to tore out I own 3 92 Ford VAN 1 e 150...

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-05

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and tank assembly.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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1993-03-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-07-27 Parking brake failure
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1993-07-28Engineering analysisClosed 1994-09-23 Parking brake failure
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1995-03-31Engineering analysisClosed 1996-05-28 Failure of serpentine belt
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2007-08-13Vehicle speed control07V336000 On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat…

Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control…

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2008-02-18Vehicle speed control08V051000 Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 Econoline, my 1993-1995 Taurus SHO, my 1992-1998 Crown Victoria, my 1993 Bronco, F-Series, my 1995-1997 F-Series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998…

Remedy: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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2009-10-27Vehicle speed control09V399000 Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 Windstar, 2000-2003 Excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 SD through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 Explorer, 1997 and…

Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module…

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Buy-smart checklist

1992 Ford E-250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Suspension: 8 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Engine and engine cooling: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V336000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 08V051000 · Vehicle speed control
Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Ford E-250?: The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Ford E-250 have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

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