MYRModel Year Report

1990 Ford E150

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1990 Ford E150
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:52.096Z

Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
15

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 9 complaints 1987: 17 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1989: 30 complaints 1990: 15 complaints 1990 15 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1987: 17 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1989: 30 complaints 1990: 15 complaints 1990 15 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 3 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 17 complaints 1987 1988: 14 complaints 1988 1989: 30 complaints 1989 1990: 15 complaints 1990 15 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2006: 1 complaint 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

1990: 15 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19811
19823
19831
19843
19853
19869
198717
198814
198930
199015
19970
19980
19990
20000
20040
20061
20070
20080
20090
20100
20110
20120
20130

Known problem areas

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

7 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing selector devices and tank assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

There is a fuel leak that began a while back but only when both tanks were full. Now the leak is substantial and seems to occur even when less than full....but not at all when about half full.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-01

My local Ford dealer refused to service my vehicle for the following: NHTSA id no.: 91V-146 date of company notification: 9-4-91 make: Ford model: econoline model year: 1989-91 model: f-150, f-250, f-350 model year: 1989 number of...

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-20

Seams of front/rear fuel tank failed, causing tanks to leak.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15

Wheels

2 of 15 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

Vehicle speed control

2 of 15 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

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Vehicle accelerator stuck, resulting in acceleration. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-17

Service brakes

2 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Tires

1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Show complaint excerpts

No previous event before failure. Tire became deformed, probable cause belt separation. Caused severe handling problems at low speeds. Plan to return tire for replacement.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-02

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-07-17Power train90V101000 Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.

    Remedy: Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1991-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-05 Transmission fluid fires
  3. I
    1991-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-31 Loss of brake effectivenes
  4. I
    1991-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-01 Fuel expulsion
  5. I
    1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-30 Loss of brake effectivenes
  6. R
    1991-11-20Seat belts91V119000 Safety belt anchorages did not meet load requirements of FMVSS 210; belt anchorage bar pulled through the floor of vehicle when subjected to loads of FMVSS 210 test.

    Remedy: Secure safety belt anchorage bar to vehicle frame for added strength.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. R
    1991-12-20Fuel system, gasoline91V146000 The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.

    Remedy: Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Ford E150 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V101000 · Power train
  • Recall 91V119000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 91V146000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Ford E150?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Ford E150 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.