MYRModel Year Report

1984 Ford F150

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1984 Ford F150
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:07:29.077Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
13

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1984

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 5 complaints 1982 1983: 10 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 28 complaints 1986: 61 complaints 1986 1987: 89 complaints 1988: 141 complaints 1988 1989: 210 complaints 1990: 254 complaints 1990
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 5 complaints 1982 1983: 10 complaints 1983 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 28 complaints 1985 1986: 61 complaints 1986 1987: 89 complaints 1987 1988: 141 complaints 1988 1989: 210 complaints 1989 1990: 254 complaints 1990
1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 5 complaints 1982 1983: 10 complaints 1983 1984: 13 complaints 1984 13 1985: 28 complaints 1985 1986: 61 complaints 1986 1987: 89 complaints 1987 1988: 141 complaints 1988 1989: 210 complaints 1989 1990: 254 complaints 1990

1984: 13 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19803
19812
19825
198310
198413
198528
198661
198789
1988141
1989210
1990254

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

7 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and ignition.

FIRE
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Attempting to start vehicle and it caught on fire underneath the dash.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-19

Failure of the ignition switch have to bang on the ignition to start the vehicle. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-02-12

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

FIRE
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Truck was parked and caught on fire. Please describe .

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-22

Vehicle speed control

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

Tires

1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Seat belts

1 of 13 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1984-12-03Fuel system, gasoline84V119000 The secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.

    Remedy: The primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1987-01-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 1987-05-26 Fuel leaks/fires
  3. I
    1989-01-26Defect petitionClosed 1989-08-01 F-series fuel tank fires

Buy-smart checklist

1984 Ford F150 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 84V119000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1984 Ford F150 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 1984 Ford F150?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1984 Ford F150 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.