1992 Ford F-250
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 |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 107 |
| 1992 | 119 |
| 1993 | 130 |
| 1994 | 123 |
| 1995 | 184 |
| 1996 | 176 |
| 1997 | 304 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 581 |
| 2000 | 326 |
| 2001 | 220 |
| 2002 | 156 |
| 2003 | 116 |
| 2004 | 153 |
| 2005 | 144 |
| 2006 | 221 |
| 2007 | 60 |
| 2008 | 195 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 73 |
| 2011 | 248 |
| 2012 | 266 |
| 2013 | 95 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 273 |
| 2016 | 275 |
| 2017 | 1082 |
| 2018 | 382 |
| 2019 | 1151 |
| 2020 | 253 |
| 2021 | 158 |
| 2022 | 116 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
9% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
ABS BRAKES FAILED 3 TIMES, ONCE RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT/INJURY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950228
BRAKE FAILURE, RESULTING IN A FIRE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19950228
9% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
NHTSA# 93-V-125-000 THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL 93 V 125 000, HOWEVER THE DEALER REFUSED TO FIX. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20030514
8% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 10 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
WATER CAN ENTER THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE. IF THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES, THE WATER IN THE DOOR LATCH RELEASE CABLE CAN FREEZE AND CAUSE THE LATCH MECHANISM TO MALFUNCTI
Remedy: REVISED DOOR RELEASE CABLES AND WATER SHIELDS WILL BE INSTALLED.
Campaign 92V006000 — check if this car was fixed
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
FUEL EXPULSION
THE SOUND INSULATION ON THE ENGINE SIDE OF THE DASH PANEL CAN CONTACT THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE SOUND INSULATOR AT NO COST TO OWNERS.
Campaign 92V112000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL EXPULSION
IDLE AIR SPD CTRL VLV MALF
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
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 PARKING BRAKE CONTROL SELF-ADJUST PAWL DOES NOT LINE UP PROPERLY WITH THE SELF-ADJUST RACHET CAUSING THE PAWL TO SLIP OVER ONE OR MORE TEETH IN THE RACHET.
Remedy: A WEDGE WILL BE INSTALLED WHICH WILL SERVE TO LOCK THE PARKING BRAKE SELF-ADJUST MECHANISM PAWL INTO ENGAGEMENT WITH THE RACHET. ALSO, OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY THE PARKING BRAKE W
Campaign 94V169001 — check if this car was fixed
FAILURE OF SERPENTINE BELT
DUAL FUEL TANK CROSSFLOW/LEAKAGE
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
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE N
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Ford F-250 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 92V006000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 92V112000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V125000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V169001 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01X001000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 01I008000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Ford F-250 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Ford F-250 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Ford F-250?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 9% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Ford F-250 have?
7 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.