1982 Ford E150
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1982
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1982: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 3 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.
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On two occasion consumers firestone atx (P235/75/15) tires experienced blowouts while driving, the second blowout caused damage to the right rear quarter panel.…
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-20
Seats
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.
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Conversion van with aftermarket seats that recline & swerve, not mounted on manufacturer's base. Pedestal was built to bolt seat. Main holding 4 1/4 X20 bolts with 3/8 nut. This failed to hold seat properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-02-15
Equipment
1 of 3 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing air conditioner.
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Air conditioner motor fan wiring melted/burned, rersulting in air conditioning failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-11-24
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1981-12-23Power train82V004000 On some of the involved vehicles, the shift rod in the transmission may not be properly seated in the retention grommet of the steering column shift lever assembly. If the shift rod were to…
Remedy: Dealer will inspect the shift rod attachment and make sure it is properly seated at no cost to owner.
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1986-11-04Engineering analysisClosed 1987-04-29 Filler neck spurt
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1990-08-23Seat belts90V137000 No summary on file.
Remedy: Install proper mounting hardware and seat belts.
Buy-smart checklist
1982 Ford E150 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
- Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 82V004000 · Power train
- Recall 90V137000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1982 Ford E150 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 1982 Ford E150?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1982 Ford E150 have?
- 2 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.