1984 Ford LTD
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.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1984
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1984: 14 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 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.
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Engine fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-26
Electrical system
5 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch and interior/under dash.
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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, 1995-08-25
Structure
2 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Visibility
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing heater core.
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Heater core failed, causing anti-freeze to leak onto hot catalytic converter, resulting in smoke/fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-05-25
Vehicle speed control
1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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1983-12-22Seat belts83V134000 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…
Remedy: Dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
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1986-03-26Engineering analysisClosed 1989-07-28 Seatback failure
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1987-05-01Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-01-21 Stalling
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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.
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Date not on fileStructure85V077000 Heat shields for the catalytic converter outlet pipes were omitted during production.
Remedy: Install catalytic converter outlet pipe shields.
Buy-smart checklist
1984 Ford LTD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 85V077000 · Structure
- Recall 83V134000 · Seat belts
- Recall 07E064000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.