1983 Ford F250

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1983 Ford F250
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:22:50.124Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford F250 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1983 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 10 complaints 1984 1985: 21 complaints 1986: 38 complaints 1986 1987: 38 complaints 1988: 62 complaints 1988 1989: 101 complaints 1990: 107 complaints 1990 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 0 complaints 2008: 0 complaints 2008
1983: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19811
19820
19831
198410
198521
198638
198738
198862
1989101
1990107
20050
20060
20070
20080

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 1 total report mentions: structure.

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CONSUMER WAS DRIVING STEP ON CLUTCH PEDAL THE FIRE WALL BROKE . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950825

POWER TRAIN

1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.

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CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER FAILED. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950825

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19821112 — structure

THE SPRINGS THAT ASSIST IN RAISING THE HOOD MAY DETACH FROM THE HOOD WITHOUT WARNING. THE HOOD CAN BE IN ANY POSITION WHEN THIS OCCURS.

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE HOOD LIFT ASSIST SPRING ASSEMBLIES WITH REVISED PARTS.

Campaign 82V105000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19821112 — power train

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE LOCK WEDGES USED TO SECURE THE AXLE BEARING NUTS TO THE AXLE HOUSING MAY FALL OUT OF POSITION, ALLOWING THE NUT TO LOOSEN. THE NUT ON THE LEFT SIDE MAY FALL OFF, ALLOWING MOVE

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE LOCK WEDGES WITH AN IMPROVED VERSION. WHEEL BEARINGS WILL BE INSPECTED AND ADJUSTED OR REPLACED, IF NECESSARY.

Campaign 82V104000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19830121 — fuel system, gasoline

SOME OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A DIODE IN THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT THAT MAY SHORT DURING ENGINE STARTING DUE TO INADEQUATE CAPACITY TO WITHSTAND CURRENT DRAW. A SHORT CIRCUIT WOULD RES

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE ELEMENT IN THE ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMP CIRCUIT WITH A NEW RELAY FEED WIRING ASSEMBLY WHICH CONTAINS A LARGER CAPACITY DIODE, FREE OF CHARGE.

Campaign 82V124000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19830226 — power train

THE PARKING GEAR MAY NOT ENGAGE, EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "PARK" POSITION. THIS OCCURS IF THE LINKAGE INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION THAT ACTUATES THE PARK GEAR WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFA

Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE PARKING PAWL ACTUATING ROD ASSEMBLY.

Campaign 83V028000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19830531 — fuel system, gasoline

IN A COLLISION, BOLTS MAY DAMAGE OR PIERCE A FUEL LINE, CAUSING FUEL SPILLAGE. AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY NOT BE CAPABLE OF MEETING THE MINIMUM FUEL LEAKAGE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STA

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING 2.18 INCH BOLTS IN THE LEFT FRONT FENDER APRON WITH ONE INCH LONG BOLTS AT NO CHARGE.

Campaign 83V047000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19840329 — DP (closed 19840717)

SEAT BELT REEL LOCATION - SEATBELT

R 19840817 — fuel system, diesel

WATER SEPARATOR CANISTER MAY BE PUNCTURED IN A COLLISION. CRASH TESTS IN A 30 MPH FRONTAL COLLISION REVEALED FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM PERMITTED BY FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 3

Remedy: A PROTECTIVE SHIELD FOR THE CANISTER WILL BE INSTALLED WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign 84V065000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19850712 — EA (closed 19881011)

REAR WHEEL LOCKUP

I 19890126 — DP (closed 19890801)

F-SERIES FUEL TANK FIRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1983 Ford F250 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 82V105000 (structure) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 82V104000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 82V124000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 83V028000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 83V047000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 84V065000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1983 Ford F250 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 1983 Ford F250?

The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1983 Ford F250 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

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