1990 Ford LTD
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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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 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 2 total reports mention: seat belts.
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UPON INSTALLING CHILD SAFETY SEAT, THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE PULLED OUT OF CHASSIS SUPPORT. UPON INSPECTION DISCOVERED THAT SUPPORT MECHANISM IS DEFECTIVE, NO NUT EXISTS AS PART OF MECHANISM TO SECURE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 19970517
DUE TO A DEFECTIVE PART, THE VEHICLE'S REAR RIGHT SIIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLES WHICH ARE WELDED TO THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WHERE THERE ARE NO THREADS TO PLACE THE BOLT DETACHED AND BELTSINOPERATIVE WHICH WON'T PROTECT AN OCCUPANT IF IN ACCIDENT
NHTSA ODI report, 19970428
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1990 Ford LTD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1990 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 1990 Ford LTD?
The most-reported component is seat belts:front:buckle assembly, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1990 Ford LTD have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.