1993 Ford F-250 SD
Only 4 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 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 4 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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THE CAPACITY OF THE RECEIVING TANK MAY BE EXCEEDED AND FUEL MAY OVERFLOW FROM THE FILLER CAP. *NM
NHTSA ODI report, 20060724
DT: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN RECALL 93V125000 CONCERNING FUEL SYSTEM CHECK VALVE. WHEN THE CONSUMER CONTACTED FORD THEY TOLD HIM THAT BECAUSE THE TWELVE YEAR WARRANTY EXPIRED HE WOULD NOT BE REIMBURSED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050706
1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
STARTED VEHICLE NORMALLY AND AS SOON AS THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED, A LOUD 'POP' SOUND WAS HEARD BEHIND THE DASH AND A LARGE AMOUNT OF SMOKE CAME INTO THE CAB FROM THE A/C VENTS. I CONTINUED FOR ABOUT ONE MINUTE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151221
1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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6 SERP. BELTS & 3 TENSIONER ASSYS IN 65000 MILES. LAST ONE AT FREEWAY SPEED PULLING TRAV TRL. VERY LITTLE BRAKES OR STEERING. THE ONE AT 59000 MILES PULLED TRANS COOLING LINES INTO DAMP PULLEY, NOW MY TRANS (AUTO) IS MAKING NOISES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030921
SAFETY TIMELINE
FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CO
Campaign 09V399000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1993 Ford F-250 SD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V399000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1993 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 1993 Ford F-250 SD?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Ford F-250 SD have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.