1984 Ford LTD

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1984 Ford LTD
RENDERED 2026-09-16T20:18:39.237Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1984: 14 complaints

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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 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

6 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and exhaust system.

FIRE

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ENGINE FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19951026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and interior/under dash.

FIRE

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WHILE STOPPED AT STOP SIGN, VEHICLE MADE THUMPING NOISE; ALL OF SUDDEN, CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDERHOOD; REASON UNKNOWN. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950825

STRUCTURE

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASH DEATH

VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing heater core.

FIRE

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HEATER CORE FAILED, CAUSING ANTI-FREEZE TO LEAK ONTO HOT CATALYTIC CONVERTER, RESULTING IN SMOKE/FIRE. *SKD

NHTSA ODI report, 19950525

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19831222 — seat belts

THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE D-SHAPED RING FOR THE SHOULDER BELT ARE INADEQUATELY SUPPORTED BY THE MATERIAL IN WHICH THEY ARE MOUNTED. THE ATTACHMENT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW ATTACHING HARDWARE TO IMPROVE THE STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING.

Campaign 83V134000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19860326 — EA (closed 19890728)

SEATBACK FAILURE

I 19870501 — PE (closed 19880121)

STALLING

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

R Date not on file — structure

HEAT SHIELDS FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER OUTLET PIPES WERE OMITTED DURING PRODUCTION.

Remedy: INSTALL CATALYTIC CONVERTER OUTLET PIPE SHIELDS.

Campaign 85V077000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1984 Ford LTD — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 85V077000 (structure) has been completed.
Verify recall 83V134000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 07E064000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1984 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 1984 Ford LTD?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 Ford LTD have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.