1992 Ford F-250 SD
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 2 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 249 |
| 2000 | 233 |
| 2001 | 288 |
| 2002 | 245 |
| 2003 | 178 |
| 2004 | 254 |
| 2005 | 295 |
| 2006 | 274 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 141 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 122 |
| 2012 | 57 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2025 | 15 |
| 2026 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: parking brake.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
1992 F-250 WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION PARKED ON ROADSIDE WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED. APPROX 15 MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE F-250 BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARD AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS DRIVING BY. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20100926
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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NHTSA RECALL 93V125 000/ FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY: PORTION OF UNUSED FUEL FROM ONE TANK WOULD RETURN TO SECOND TANK. WHEN THIS OCCURRED, THE SECOND TANK EXCEEDED, CAUSING FUEL SPILLAGE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19991221
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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INSIDE BOTTOM PULLEY/CRANKSHAFT KEPT BREAKING. DEALER REPLACED IT 2 TIMES, BUT IT HAS HAPPENED 4 OTHER TIMES. CONSUMER FOUND OUT THROUGH ANOTHER MECHANIC THAT THERE WAS A REPIR KIT. VEHICLE WILL SOMETIMES LOSE POWER & BRAKES.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20000628
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Ford F-250 SD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Ford F-250 SD 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 1992 Ford F-250 SD?
The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Ford F-250 SD have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.