1992 Ford F-450 SD
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 66 |
| 2000 | 43 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 68 |
| 2009 | 3 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 3 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing emission control and belts and associated pulleys.
Show complaint excerpts
The belt that run every thing and it comes off the track and causes the truck to loose power. Please explain. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-13
Fuel tanks are not properly ventilated and blows fuel on occupants. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-02
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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When vehicle is hot, automatic transmission will not work, truck will not move. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-28
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1992-02-10Structure92V006000 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…
Remedy: Revised door release cables and water shields will be installed.
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1995-03-31Engineering analysisClosed 1996-05-28 Failure of serpentine belt
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1999-11-04Engineering analysisClosed 2001-12-06 Dual fuel tank crossflow/leakage
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
1992 Ford F-450 SD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V006000 · Structure
- Recall 01X001000 · Tires
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1992 Ford F-450 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 1992 Ford F-450 SD?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Ford F-450 SD have?
- 2 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.