1981 Ford Ford Truck
○ Not enough data
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 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 34 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
No complaint components on file for this model year.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
I
19881201 — PE (closed 19890405)
THROTTLE PLATE JAMS OPEN
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1981 Ford Ford Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- No specific known issues on file — do a standard pre-purchase inspection.
FAQ
Is the 1981 Ford Ford Truck 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 Ford Truck have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.