MYRModel Year Report

1999 Ford E-250

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1999 Ford E-250
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:40.286Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
31
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1996: 20 complaints 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1999: 31 complaints 1999 31 2000: 18 complaints 2001: 18 complaints 2002: 17 complaints 2003: 17 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 11 complaints 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2012: 8 complaints 2013: 11 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 2 complaints 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 0 complaints
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1996: 20 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1999: 31 complaints 1999 31 2000: 18 complaints 2001: 18 complaints 2002: 17 complaints 2002 2003: 17 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2012: 8 complaints 2012 2013: 11 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 0 complaints
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 14 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 15 complaints 1996: 20 complaints 1996 1997: 24 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1999: 31 complaints 1999 31 2000: 18 complaints 2001: 18 complaints 2002: 17 complaints 2002 2003: 17 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 6 complaints 2008: 6 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 6 complaints 2012: 8 complaints 2012 2013: 11 complaints 2014: 7 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2022: 1 complaint 2022 2023: 0 complaints

1999: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19901
19918
199214
19937
199411
199515
199620
199724
199816
199931
200018
200118
200217
200317
20048
200511
200611
20076
20086
20092
20109
20116
20128
201311
20147
20150
20161
20172
20221
20230

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

32% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

Service brakes

26% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Ford E-250. The contact stated that while going 30 MPH, the brake line failed. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and it went all the way to the floorboard.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-28

Tires

23% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

Suspension

23% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing stabilizer bar and upper ball joint.

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle swayed when driving at a high rate of speed. The mechanic noticed a stabilizer bar had not been installed which caused the front tire to wear on the inside.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-21

Electrical system

16% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    1999-04-07Latches/locks/linkages99V046000 Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" Hinged side cargo doors. The strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the door striker.

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    2000-11-11Equipment00V284000 Vehicle description: bi-fuel cng pickup trucks and bi-fuel cng vans, modified by cfi control systems, inc., fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 303, "Fuel system integrity of…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided a label with the required statement, along with instructions for affixing the label at the fuel filler door. Owner notification began November 2, 2000. Owners who take…

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    2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
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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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    2010-04-13Engineering analysisClosed 2012-03-05 HVAC Switch Failures

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Ford E-250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 99V046000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 00V284000 · Equipment
  • Recall 07V336000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 08V051000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Ford E-250?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford E-250 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.