MYRModel Year Report

1981 Ford E350

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1981 Ford E350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:44:21.893Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
0

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1981

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1981: 0 complaints 1981 0 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 4 complaints 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 10 complaints 1987: 14 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 25 complaints 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1981: 0 complaints 1981 0 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 4 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 10 complaints 1987: 14 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 25 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 0 complaints 2013
1981: 0 complaints 1981 0 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 4 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 10 complaints 1986 1987: 14 complaints 1987 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 25 complaints 1989 1990: 23 complaints 1990 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2002: 0 complaints 2002 2003: 0 complaints 2003 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 1 complaint 2010 2011: 1 complaint 2011 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2013

1981: 0 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19834
19844
19852
198610
198714
198810
198925
199023
19970
19980
19990
20000
20020
20030
20050
20060
20070
20080
20091
20101
20111
20120
20130

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1981-02-17Steering81V026000 There are three pinch bolts that connect two universal joints in the steering column and gearbox. Pinch bolts may not be properly tightened. Steering may bind or lock up.

    Remedy: The steering column shaft cover will be removed by disengaging and removing the self tapping screws in order to securely fasten the pinch bolts.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1984-05-18Fuel system, gasoline84V034000 Attaching bolts on fuel tank supports may not have been adequately tightened; also, the supports are too thin. High levels of stress, which could occur under normal operating conditions, could cause…

    Remedy: Fuel tank supports and fasteners will be replaced without charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    1985-09-30CClosed 1988-08-02 Dual rear wheel retention
  4. I
    1986-11-04Engineering analysisClosed 1987-04-29 Filler neck spurt

Buy-smart checklist

1981 Ford E350 — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 81V026000 · Steering
  • Recall 84V034000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1981 Ford E350 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1981 Ford E350 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.