MYRModel Year Report

1999 Ford E Series

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1999 Ford E Series
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:40.338Z

Only 2 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 1 complaint 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1997: 16 complaints 1998: 13 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 4 2000: 6 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1997: 16 complaints 1998: 13 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 4 2000: 6 complaints 2001: 6 complaints 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 1 complaint 1990 1992: 0 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 1 complaint 1995 1997: 16 complaints 1997 1998: 13 complaints 1998 1999: 4 complaints 1999 4 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 6 complaints 2001 2002: 6 complaints 2002 2003: 5 complaints 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008

1999: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19871
19891
19901
19920
19933
19942
19951
199716
199813
19994
20006
20016
20026
20035
20042
200510
20060
20070
20085

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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My firestone steeltex R4S ii LT225/75R16 e from the outside rear passenger tire had separated in one big chunk, causing damage to the basement compartments.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-04

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing storage.

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I own a 1999 Ford e-150 van. The gas tank has split and is leaking gas. This van is to new to have this problem!!!!

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-02-15

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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Spark plug blowout on 1999 Ford expedition.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-22

Engine

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

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Blew a spark plug out of engine 2ND one that has happen and it happens all the time with this engine

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-01-04

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2002-01-14Recall queryClosed 2002-08-19 Tire valve stem
  2. I
    2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
  3. R
    2007-12-29Engine and engine cooling07V553000 On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3L diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Ford E Series — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07V553000 · Engine and engine cooling
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Ford E Series?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford E Series 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.