1982 Ford LTD

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1982 Ford LTD
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:55:20.495Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford LTD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1982 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1982 1983: 5 complaints 1983 1984: 14 complaints 1985: 17 complaints 1986: 9 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 8 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 1 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1996: 1 complaints 1996 2000: 2 complaints 2000
1982: 0 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19835
198414
198517
19869
19871
19886
19898
19902
19913
19922
19931
19952
19961
20002

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19821026 — power train

AN INCORRECT INSULATOR MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED IN THE STEERING SHIFT CANE LEVER ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THIS INSULATOR IS USED TO CONNECT THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LINKAGE TO THE SHIFT CANE LEVER. IF T

Remedy: DEALER WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT INSULATOR WIHTOUT CHARGE TO OWNER..

Campaign 82V099000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19830118 — suspension

THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM STEEL WITH MATERIAL THICKNESS BELOW THE MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS FOR POLICE DUTY. THIS COULD LEAD TO CRACKS DEVELOPING IN THE CONTROL ARMS, AND EVE

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW REAR SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE.

Campaign 82V135000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19890209 — PE (closed 19890613)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

R 20071015 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHIC

Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.

Campaign 07E064000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1982 Ford LTD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 82V099000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 82V135000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E064000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1982 Ford LTD reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 1982 Ford LTD have?

3 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.