MYRModel Year Report

1990 Ford F150

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1990 Ford F150
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
254
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1990

Investigations
10

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

53% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1990: 254 complaints

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YearComplaints
19803
19812
19825
198310
198413
198528
198661
198789
1988141
1989210
1990254

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

53% · 134 reports

Most commonly citing selector devices and tank assembly.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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I own a 1990 Ford f-150 with recall # 93S68. This is a cross dual tank fuel condition where the front tank overloads with unused fuel . Front tank is in-operable and only rear tank being used.

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-03-16

Consumer receive a recall take truck to be repair pick it up drove 8 miles and truck back caught fire from the fuel not leaving the truck. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-01-09

Electrical system

14% · 35 reports

Most commonly citing switch and ignition.

FIREINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

8% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing engine and gasoline.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Engine compartment fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-25

Tires

8% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt and valve.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Service brakes

7% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 10 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1989-08-04Fuel system, gasoline89V141000 Incorrectly installed fuel line connectors have fuel supply and return lines crossed.

    Remedy: Replace fuel line assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1990-07-17Power train90V101000 Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.

    Remedy: Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1990-11-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-04-17 Ford truck inconsistent vehicle control.
  4. I
    1991-04-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-07-05 Transmission fluid fires
  5. I
    1991-05-23Preliminary evaluationClosed 1991-10-31 Loss of brake effectivenes
  6. I
    1991-06-26Engineering analysisClosed 1991-11-01 Fuel expulsion
  7. I
    1991-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 1992-10-30 Loss of brake effectivenes
  8. I
    1992-08-27Engineering analysisClosed 1993-10-29 Front seat back failure
  9. I
    1992-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1993-01-07 Fuel expulsion
  10. I
    1993-01-07Engineering analysisClosed 1993-08-20 Fuel expulsion
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    1993-10-28Fuel system, gasoline93V125000 A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can…

    Remedy: Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

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    1996-06-07Electrical system96V071000 The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  13. I
    1998-05-29Recall queryClosed 1999-11-04 Ford F-Series dual fuel tank leakage
  14. I
    1999-11-04Engineering analysisClosed 2001-12-06 Dual fuel tank crossflow/leakage
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    2001-07-09Fuel system, gasoline01I008000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1990-1993 Ford f-series vehicles equipped…

    Remedy: Ford is extending the warranty for potential fuel cross-flow to 12 years of service or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's warranty start date, whichever occurs first. This cover will automatically…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1990 Ford F150 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 134 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 35 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V141000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 90V101000 · Power train
  • Recall 93V125000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 96V071000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 01I008000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1990 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 1990 Ford F150?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Ford F150 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.