MYRModel Year Report

1984 Ford LTD

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1984 Ford LTD
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:46.038Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford LTD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1984 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 5 complaints 1983 1984: 14 complaints 1984 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
1984: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19835
198414
198517
19869
19871
19886
19898
19902
19913
19922
19931
19952
19961
20002

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

4 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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ENGINE FIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19951026

STRUCTURE

2 of 14 total reports mention: structure.

CRASH DEATH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
VISIBILITY

1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.

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 (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system 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.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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:engine:gasoline, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1984 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.