MYRModel Year Report

1989 Ford E Series

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1989 Ford E Series
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:02:09.911Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford E Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1989 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1987: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaints 1997: 6 complaints 1997 1998: 7 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2003: 4 complaints 2003
1989: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19871
19891
19901
19920
19933
19942
19951
19976
19987
19992
20006
20016
20026
20034

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.

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THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOSE. THE TWO GAS TANKS DON'T WORK THE TURN SIGNAL U HAVE TO HOLD IT TO WITCH WAY YOUR TURNING. AND THE PULSATING IN THE BRAKE OR ROTOR IS FILLS PUSATING. THE BACK HEATER DON'T WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180914

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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THE STEERING WHEEL IS LOSE. THE TWO GAS TANKS DON'T WORK THE TURN SIGNAL U HAVE TO HOLD IT TO WITCH WAY YOUR TURNING. AND THE PULSATING IN THE BRAKE OR ROTOR IS FILLS PUSATING. THE BACK HEATER DON'T WORK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180914

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1989 Ford E Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1989 Ford E Series 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 1989 Ford E Series?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1989 Ford E Series have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.