Ford E150 1990
Model E150 made in 1990 by Ford got 15 consumer complains, 4 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. The car had some investigations: power train, service brakes, hydraulic and vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, power train and seat belts. The car has 3 modeles with engines 4.9l, 5.0l and 5.8l.
Model 1990
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ( 4.9L) | 6 | Automatic, 3 gears | RWD | 14/15/15 | 16/20/17 | Regular | $ 1051 | 14 | 890731 |
| ( 4.9L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 15/19/16 | 16/24/19 | Regular | $ 984 | 14 | 890801 |
| ( 5.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 13/17/15 | 15/21/17 | Regular | $ 1051 | 14 | 890802 |
| ( 5.8L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 11/15/13 | 13/20/15 | Regular | $ 1211 | 14 | 890801 |
| ( 4.9L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 14/17/15 | 15/22/18 | Regular | $ 1051 | 15 | 890815 |
| ( 5.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 13/16/14 | 14/21/17 | Regular | $ 1125 | 15 | 890719 |
| ( 5.8L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 11/15/13 | 13/20/15 | Regular | $ 1211 | 15 | 890801 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V146000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 02/01/1989 to 02/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 350000 | 12/20/1991 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/04/1991 | 09/30/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel tank, auxilliary.vehicle description: vans and light trucks with dual fuel tanks produced in thefollowing periods: f150, f250, and f350 light trucks built between february 28,1989 and july, 1989; econoline built between february 28, 1989 andfebruary 11, 1991.note: ford has agreed to recall these vehicles but parts are not yet available.parts will be available in december 1991. you will receive a letter from fordadvising you when to schedule an appointment with your dealer to have the recallwork performed. in the mean time, you can take the following precautions:fill each tank to only 1/3 full.if your vehicle leaks fuel or if you smell fuel, stop using the vehicle andcall ford at (313) 446-4654 and advise them of your problem. refer to fordsafety recall number 91s39. an operator will take your name and telephonenumber. a ford representative will call you back. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) | ||||||||||||||||
| 90V101000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | to 10/01/1989 | V (Vehicle) | 111000 | 07/17/1990 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/01/1990 | 06/14/1990 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. this could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: park gear snap ring.vehicle description: 4 x 2 light trucks and vans equipped with one-piecedriveshaft and an e40d transmission. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V119000 | VAN CRAFT CORP | from 11/01/1989 to 07/01/1990 | V (Vehicle) | 30 | 11/20/1991 | OVSC | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/03/1991 | 07/16/1991 | 571 | 210 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Safety belt anchorages did not meet load requirements of fmvss 210; belt anchorage bar pulled through the floor of vehicle when subjected to loads of fmvss 210 test. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Seat occupants would not have adequate protection in theevent of a sudden stop or accident and would be subject to increased riskof injury. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Secure safety belt anchorage bar to vehicle frame for added strength. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: safety belt anchors; fmvss 210.vehicle description: conversion vans. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 951113 | 06/01/1995 | 45086 | Delayed forward engagement and/or heat stained forward clutch plates after installing center support service. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | ||||||
| PE91064 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 04/09/1991 | 07/05/1991 | TRANSMISSION FLUID FIRES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE91077 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/23/1991 | 10/31/1991 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA91044 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/30/1991 | 10/30/1992 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | 92V026000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| EA91031 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/26/1991 | 11/01/1991 | FUEL EXPULSION | 91V146000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 05/06/2009 | 123000 | 1 | |
| Gas spewing from gas cap input area during periods of warm weather. gas continues to spew regardless of amount of gas in either tank. high potential for fire and loss of life. ford knows of this problem and is saying they never had a recall on this subject. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 50000 | 1 | |
| There is a fuel leak that began a while back but only when both tanks were full. now the leak is substantial and seems to occur even when less than full....but not at all when about half full. i am not sure of when i first noticed the occurrence but it has been quite some years now. i will enter a date. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 07/25/1993 | 3 | 03/16/1990 | |
| Vehicle stalled three times, causing loss of control due to electronic fuel pump failing. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 11/04/1993 | 4 | ||
| Vacuum leak in fuel injection air plenum causes engine to surge. *dh | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | |||
| 02/05/2002 | 165987 | 1 | 03/15/1990 |
| My local ford dealer refused to service my vehicle for the following: nhtsa id no.: 91v-146 date of company notification: 9-4-91 make: ford model: econoline model year: 1989-91 model: f-150, f-250, f-350 model year: 1989 number of vehicles: 350,000 mfg. campaign no. 91s39. fuel tank, auxiliary. dom: 2/89-2/91. dual function fuel reservoir may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past filler cap. overflow of fuel past filler cap causes a fuel leakage, which can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition. correct by replacing dual function fuel reservoirs with new reservoirs containing o-rings of a revised material. they said this applies only to the pick-ups, and not the econoline van. another dealer say that vin number indicated that this was completed already, which i know was not... i am the original owner... and is the exact problem i am having is stated above... the fuel is spilling on the ground when i switch on the rear fuel tank. | |||
| 11/06/2001 | 1 | 01/01/1991 | |
| Nhtsa campaign id number 91v146000 covers this 1990 model, but ford says not part of recall although the same exact failure did occur with gas/fuel spill inside enclosed garage. rear tank return was to front tank forcing fuel overflow. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 02/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Seams of front/rear fuel tank failed, causing tanks to leak. *aw | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 04/16/1996 | |||
| Brake and abs warning light stay illuminated. causing them to malfunction. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| Upon depressing the brake pedal the front brake caliper becomes very hot, resulting in complete loss of braking ability. consumer has contacted the dealer, caliper was replaced. please provide further details. *ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 10/28/2001 | |||
| Consumer was traveling at neighborhood speeds when without warning steering wheel broke way from column. dealer has been contacted. please provide further details.*ak | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 06/30/2005 | 1 | ||
| No previous event before failure. tire became deformed, probable cause belt separation. caused severe handling problems at low speeds. plan to return tire for replacement. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/19/1996 | 1 | 05/01/1990 | |
| Sudden acceleration, causing accident. | |||
| 05/15/1995 | |||
| Vehicle accelerator stuck, resulting in acceleration. tt | |||
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||
| 05/14/2002 | 1 | ||
| While in motion, the left rear tire separated from the vehicle when the lug nuts backed out. *jg | |||
| 06/30/2000 | 1 | ||
| Left rear wheel studs broke off resulting in the wheel coming off while driving causing damage to vehicle (ohio traffic crash report). *mjs | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | FRISCO | 75034 | BANKSTON FORD | (972) 335-5000 |