Is the 1995 Ford F-350 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 1995 Ford F-350 SD?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 Ford F-350 SD have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

1995 Ford F-350 SD

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1995 Ford F-350 SD
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:08.636Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 1
Investigations: 1
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1995: 2 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1993	0
1994	0
1995	2
1996	0
1997	3
1998	3
1999	142
2000	157
2001	158
2002	124
2003	132
2004	130
2005	217
2006	127
2007	25
2008	101
2009	19
2010	50
2011	43
2012	29
2013	9
2014	7
2015	18
2016	22
2017	94
2018	11
2019	14
2020	5
2021	8
2022	112
2023	41
2024	44
2025	14
2026	8

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 2 total reports mentions: tires.

Steering

1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing column.

Service brakes

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Fuel system, diesel

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, diesel.

Show complaint excerpts

I have owned my F350 diesel for 11 years since new, it has 127,000 miles on it, we use it for work, hauling, commuting, and towing 12,000 lb rv on vacations.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-02-26

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2005-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-02 Engine compartment fires
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2009-10-27Vehicle speed control09V399000 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…

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…

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Buy-smart checklist

1995 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection

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Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control

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FAQ

Is the 1995 Ford F-350 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 1995 Ford F-350 SD?: The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford F-350 SD have?: 1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.