1995 Ford E-350

◆ Worse than typical
1995 Ford E-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:20.121Z

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

Complaints
69
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1995

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

64% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 1 complaint 1983 1986: 1 complaint 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1991: 19 complaints 1992: 41 complaints 1993: 43 complaints 1994: 51 complaints 1995: 69 complaints 1995 69 1996: 50 complaints 1997: 79 complaints 1998: 63 complaints 1999: 72 complaints 2000: 59 complaints 2001: 52 complaints 2002: 53 complaints 2002 2003: 46 complaints 2004: 46 complaints 2005: 55 complaints 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 18 complaints 2007 2008: 39 complaints 2009: 9 complaints 2010: 16 complaints 2011: 18 complaints 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 3 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2021: 22 complaints 2022: 14 complaints 2022 2023: 3 complaints 2024: 2 complaints 2025: 1 complaint 2026: 1 complaint 2027: 0 complaints 2027
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1986: 1 complaint 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1991: 19 complaints 1992: 41 complaints 1993: 43 complaints 1994: 51 complaints 1995: 69 complaints 1995 69 1996: 50 complaints 1997: 79 complaints 1998: 63 complaints 1999: 72 complaints 1999 2000: 59 complaints 2001: 52 complaints 2002: 53 complaints 2002 2003: 46 complaints 2004: 46 complaints 2005: 55 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 18 complaints 2008: 39 complaints 2008 2009: 9 complaints 2010: 16 complaints 2011: 18 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 17 complaints 2014 2015: 7 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 3 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2020: 2 complaints 2020 2021: 22 complaints 2022: 14 complaints 2023: 3 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2025: 1 complaint 2026: 1 complaint 2026 2027: 0 complaints
1983: 1 complaint 1983 1986: 1 complaint 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1991: 19 complaints 1991 1992: 41 complaints 1993: 43 complaints 1993 1994: 51 complaints 1995: 69 complaints 1995 69 1996: 50 complaints 1997: 79 complaints 1997 1998: 63 complaints 1999: 72 complaints 1999 2000: 59 complaints 2001: 52 complaints 2001 2002: 53 complaints 2003: 46 complaints 2003 2004: 46 complaints 2005: 55 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 18 complaints 2007 2008: 39 complaints 2009: 9 complaints 2009 2010: 16 complaints 2011: 18 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 17 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2016: 5 complaints 2017: 13 complaints 2017 2018: 3 complaints 2019: 3 complaints 2019 2020: 2 complaints 2021: 22 complaints 2021 2022: 14 complaints 2023: 3 complaints 2023 2024: 2 complaints 2025: 1 complaint 2025 2026: 1 complaint 2027: 0 complaints 2027

1995: 69 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19831
19861
19881
19891
199119
199241
199343
199451
199569
199650
199779
199863
199972
200059
200152
200253
200346
200446
200555
200653
200718
200839
20099
201016
201118
201216
201313
201417
20157
20165
201713
20183
20193
20202
202122
202214
20233
20242
20251
20261
20270

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

64% · 44 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Tires

12% · 8 reports
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On a 1995 Ford econoline 350 standard box van, the rear two tires developed wobbles while driving, about two weeks apart. Checked them and the treads had separated. Had them replaced with tires from another van.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-30

Vehicle speed control

7% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

FIRE
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Tl*the contact owns a 1995 Ford E-350. The vehicle caught fire while it was parked. The vehicle had not been driven in approximately two weeks before the fire occurred. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-13

1995 Ford E-350 caught fire. *kb the fire appeared to have been caused by a faulty speed control deactivation switch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-02

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Ford E-350. While driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to decelerate. After the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle accelerated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-30

Suspension

7% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing control arm and front.

CRASHINJURY
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Vehicle skid became uncontrollable, causing vehicle to roll over in accident, causing injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19

Vehicle skid, became uncontrollable, causing vehicle to roll over in accident, causing injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-06-19

Engine and engine cooling

7% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and exhaust system.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1995Complaint volume 69 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2006-08-07Vehicle speed control06V286000 On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (Note: also see recalls…

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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…

Buy-smart checklist

1995 Ford E-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 44 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V286000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 08V051000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Ford E-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Ford E-350 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Ford E-350?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford E-350 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.