1991 Ford F-150
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 304 |
| 1992 | 470 |
| 1993 | 586 |
| 1994 | 676 |
| 1995 | 626 |
| 1996 | 324 |
| 1997 | 2758 |
| 1998 | 1381 |
| 1999 | 1044 |
| 2000 | 1074 |
| 2001 | 1236 |
| 2002 | 820 |
| 2003 | 421 |
| 2004 | 2027 |
| 2005 | 1112 |
| 2006 | 584 |
| 2007 | 487 |
| 2008 | 368 |
| 2009 | 324 |
| 2010 | 840 |
| 2011 | 2179 |
| 2012 | 1771 |
| 2013 | 2956 |
| 2014 | 1497 |
| 2015 | 1638 |
| 2016 | 1976 |
| 2017 | 1379 |
| 2018 | 2218 |
| 2019 | 1270 |
| 2020 | 677 |
| 2021 | 934 |
| 2022 | 554 |
| 2023 | 382 |
| 2024 | 178 |
| 2025 | 97 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
16% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 48 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 42 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
IGNITION SWITCH CAUSES STEERING COLUMN FIRE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950406
7% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 21 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 20 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 1991 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear fuel tank gauge began indicating that the rear tank was losing fuel abnormally fast.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250408
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A PORTION OF THE UNUSED FUEL FROM ONE TANK WAS BEING RETURNED TO THE SECOND TANK, CAUSING FUEL SPILLAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130524
SAFETY TIMELINE
TRANSMISSION FLUID FIRES
LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES
FUEL EXPULSION
LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES
FNT RECLNING SEAT BCK FAIL
FRONT SEAT BACK FAILURE
FUEL EXPULSION
FUEL EXPULSION
IDLE AIR SPD CTRL VLV MALF
KEYS ATTACHED TO THE KEY RING OF AN IGNITION KEY WHILE IT IS IN THE VEHICLE IGNITION CAN BECOME LODGED IN THE STEERING LOCK RECEIVER AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED.
Remedy: A SHIELD WILL BE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE IGNITION SWITCH AND HELD IN PLACE BY THE STEERING LOCK BAND.
Campaign 93V066000 — check if this car was fixed
IDLE AIR SPD CTRL VLV MALF
A MALFUNCTIONING CHECK VALVE WITHIN THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY CAUSES A PORTION OF THE UNUSED FUEL FROM ONE TANK TO BE RETURNED TO THE SECOND TANK. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE CAPACITY OF THE SECOND TANK CAN BE
Remedy: REPLACEMENT OF THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR AND INSTALLATION OF REDUNDANT CHECK VALVES.
Campaign 93V125000 — check if this car was fixed
THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Campaign 96V071000 — check if this car was fixed
FORD F-SERIES DUAL FUEL TANK LEAKAGE
DUAL FUEL TANK CROSSFLOW/LEAKAGE
TIRE DESCRIPTION: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT, SIZE P235/75R15, PRODUCED AT THE DECATUR, ILLINOIS TIRE PLANT AND ALL FIRESTONE RADIAL ATX AND RADIAL ATX II TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15. OPERATION OF THESE TIR
Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON AUGUST 29, 2001. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT FIRESTONE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-465-1904 FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
Campaign 00T005000 — check if this car was fixed
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: FORD IS REPLACING ALL FIRESTONE WILDERN
Remedy: THE REPLACEMENT/REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR THIS CAMPAIGN EXPIRED ON MARCH 31, 2002. HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT FORD AT 1-877-917-3673 OR GO ON-LINE TO WWW.FORD.COM FOR POSSIBLE ASSISTANCE.
Campaign 01X001000 — check if this car was fixed
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1990-1993 FORD F-SERIES VEHICLES EQUIPPED WIT
Remedy: FORD IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY FOR POTENTIAL FUEL CROSS-FLOW TO 12 YEARS OF SERVICE OR 150,000 MILES FROM THE VEHICLE'S WARRANTY START DATE, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. THIS COVER WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRAN
Campaign 01I008000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Ford F-150 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (48 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 93V066000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V125000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V071000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00T005000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01X001000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01I008000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Ford F-150 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Ford F-150 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Ford F-150?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford F-150 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.