1981 Ford F Series (light)
Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
INTERCONTINENTAL AUTO PARTS IS RECALLING 1,937 FUEL FILTERS, P/NOS ALG 44/1 AND PUROLATOR F10024, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 14 AND FEBRUARY 13, 2008, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FILT
Remedy: INTERCONTINENTAL WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING MARCH 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INTERCONTINENTAL AT 800-451-2593.
Campaign 08E019000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1981 Ford F Series (light) — pre-purchase inspection
- Verify recall 08E019000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1981 Ford F Series (light) reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1981 Ford F Series (light) have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.