1991 Ford F-350

▲ Better than typical
1991 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:37.112Z

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
31
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
11

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1991: 31 complaints 1991 31 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1991: 31 complaints 1991 31 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1991: 31 complaints 1991 31 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 136 complaints 2012: 149 complaints 2012 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints

1991: 31 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

32% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHFIRE

Fuel system, gasoline

23% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing selector devices and tank assembly.

Tires

10% · 3 reports
Show complaint excerpts

About August 2012 I was informed by pettis tires, cordele, ga. That the two tires I had bought from them had been recalled. For approx. One year we traded phone calls and no progress was made.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-11-01

Electrical system

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and ignition.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle caught on fire due to malfunction of alternator in the engine compartment.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-02-14

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

While driving, fire started coming from the dash area, replaced ignition/wiring/dash board.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-19

Power train

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing torque converter and gear position indication (prndl).

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 11 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1991-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-05 Transmission fluid fires
  2. I
    1991-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-31 Loss of brake effectivenes
  3. I
    1991-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-01 Fuel expulsion
  4. I
    1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-30 Loss of brake effectivenes
  5. R
    1992-06-10Service brakes, hydraulic92V026000 A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. This caused greater heat transfer to the caliper…

    Remedy: Add snap-in insulators that attach to each of the front brake caliper pistons. In addition, vehicles with 7.5 l engines will have insulation added to the engine compartment brake lines.

  6. I
    1992-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-01-07 Fuel expulsion
  7. I
    1993-01-07Engineering analysisClosed 1993-08-20 Fuel expulsion
  8. I
    1993-03-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-07-30 Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf
  9. R
    1993-05-25Steering93V066000 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.

  10. I
    1993-06-04Engineering analysisClosed 1994-07-29 Alternator belt failure
  11. I
    1993-07-30Engineering analysisClosed 1994-08-31 Idle air spd ctrl vlv malf
  12. R
    1993-10-28Fuel system, gasoline93V125000 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…

    Remedy: Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

  13. I
    1994-01-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-04-29 Hydraulic brake line cracks/leaks
  14. R
    1994-03-25Fuel system, gasoline94V040000 The steel fuel return tubes that connect the frame fuel return lines with the engine fuel rail can contact the pinch weld flange connecting the dash panel to the floor pan. Continued contact leads…

    Remedy: Ford dealers will replace the fuel return tubes with flexible stainless steel braided/teflon tubes. Dealers will also inspect the fuel supply tubes.

  15. R
    1996-06-07Electrical system96V071000 The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

  16. I
    1999-11-04Engineering analysisClosed 2001-12-06 Dual fuel tank crossflow/leakage
  17. R
    2001-06-04Tires01X001000 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…

    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.

  18. R
    2001-07-09Fuel system, gasoline01I008000 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…

    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…

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 92V026000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 93V066000 · Steering
  • Recall 93V125000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 94V040000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 96V071000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 01X001000 · Tires
  • Recall 01I008000 · Fuel system, gasoline

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FAQ

Is the 1991 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Ford F-350 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford F-350 have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.

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