MYRModel Year Report

1994 Ford F-350

● Typical for this model
1994 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:55:25.888Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
96
Recalls
7

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

46% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 96 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 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 96 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 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 96 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

1994: 96 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

46% · 44 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

23% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and clutch assembly.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

The left rear axle support frame bracket cracked and separated from the vehicle, resulting in a collision.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-12-20

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing belts and associated pulleys and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

INJURY

Vehicle speed control

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing cruise control.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

When attempting to start the vehicle smoke came from the engine compartment. Consumer immediately got out and disconnected the cruise control cable wires. Then, the smoke stopped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-03-17

The contact owns a 1994 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V399000 (Vehicle Speed Control) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-17

Steering

8% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing pump and tie rod assembly.

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1994-01-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-04-29 Hydraulic brake line cracks/leaks
  2. R
    1994-02-18Structure94V018000 The u-clip style nuts that retain the front bumpers to the front bumper inner arms can fracture.

    Remedy: Inspection and replacement of the four u-clip nuts and the associated bolts.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    1994-07-15Electrical system94V101000 In a heavily loaded vehicle, while in the cruise control mode, the throttle may not reduce immediately when the load on the engine is decreased (Such as when the vehicle crests a hill.) this can…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic engine control module.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. I
    1994-11-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1995-03-31 Trns oil cooler line fails
  5. R
    1994-12-16Parking brake94V169001 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. I
    1995-03-31Engineering analysisClosed 1996-05-28 Failure of serpentine belt
  7. R
    1996-05-29Seats96V064000 The wire harness for the power lumbar feature on the seat is underneath the front seat cushion support wires. The support wires on the driver seat can contact and damage the insulation harness…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seats on the affected vehicles. If no damage is found, the driver seat wire harness will be covered with a protective convolute tubing, wrapped with electrical tape and the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  8. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. I
    2005-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-02 Engine compartment fires
  10. R
    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  11. R
    2006-08-07Vehicle speed control06V286000 On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (Note: also see recalls…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 44 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 13 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V018000 · Structure
  • Recall 94V101000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 94V169001 · Parking brake
  • Recall 96V064000 · Seats
  • Recall 01X001000 · Tires
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06V286000 · Vehicle speed control
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FAQ

Is the 1994 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Ford F-350 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.