1983 Ford LTD
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2000 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 5 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Vehicle was in the park position and the vehicle jumped from park to reverse, causing the injuries to the occupant. Consumer has yet to contact the dealer. Recall listed for vehicle due to the same problem 83V-028000.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-08
Electrical system
2 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and ignition.
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Ignition fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-04-25
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
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Engine fire. (Ohio traffic crash report).
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-21
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1983-02-26Power train83V028000 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…
Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl actuating rod assembly.
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1986-03-26Engineering analysisClosed 1989-07-28 Seatback failure
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1989-02-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-06-13 Parking brake failure
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2007-10-15Fuel system, gasoline07E064000 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…
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.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Ford LTD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 83V028000 · Power train
- Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1983 Ford LTD 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 LTD?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Ford LTD have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.