1992 Ford Pickup

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1992 Ford Pickup
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:50:40.156Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 3 complaints 1992 3 1993: 6 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1997: 15 complaints 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 2000: 6 complaints 2000
1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 3 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1997: 15 complaints 1997 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000
1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 3 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1997: 15 complaints 1997 1998: 7 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000

1992: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19904
19911
19923
19936
19947
199715
19987
199911
20006

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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While driving at any speed the tranmission went out for the second time. Vehicle lost power, and there was no prior warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-12-31

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to recall number 93V125000, manufacturer's # 93S68. Dealer refused to correct problem under recall due to faulty records.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-10-23

Electrical system

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE
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Apparently this plug is used on a lot of Ford alternators, many short out, few have fires. Any fires are too many.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-06

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

1992 Ford Pickup — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 Ford Pickup?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Ford Pickup have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.