MYRModel Year Report

1984 Ford F150

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1984 Ford F150
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:19:04.160Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F150 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1984 highlighted. 1980: 3 complaints 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 5 complaints 1982 1983: 10 complaints 1984: 13 complaints 1984 1985: 28 complaints 1986: 61 complaints 1986 1987: 89 complaints 1988: 139 complaints 1988 1989: 210 complaints 1990: 254 complaints 1990
1984: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19803
19812
19825
198310
198413
198528
198661
198789
1988139
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

5 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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ATTEMPTING TO START VEHICLE AND IT CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDERNEATH THE DASH. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960419

FAILURE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH HAVE TO BANG ON THE IGNITION TO START THE VEHICLE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960212

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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TRUCK WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19960422

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

TIRES

1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19841203 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 84V119000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19870128 — PE (closed 19870526)

FUEL LEAKS/FIRES

I 19890126 — DP (closed 19890801)

F-SERIES FUEL TANK FIRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Ford F150 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 84V119000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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:ignition:switch, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Ford F150 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.