1991 Ford Pickup
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 4 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.
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STEERING WHEEL HAS A LOT OF PLAY, AND NO CONTROL. STEERING SHAFT IS GONE. FRONT BRAKES HAVE DISINTERGRATED. REAR END MAKES HESITATION NOISE WHEN GAS PEDAL IS APPLIED. EXHAUST SYSTEM FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING.
NHTSA ODI report, 19991018
Also filed under ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING and SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Ford Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1991 Ford Pickup 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 1991 Ford Pickup?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford Pickup have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.