Ford E250 1991
Model E250 made in 1991 by Ford got 14 consumer complains, 5 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: electrical system, power train and service brakes, hydraulic. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline . The car has 3 modeles with engines 4.9l, 5.0l and 5.8l.
Model 1991
| 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 | 14/15/14 | 15/19/17 | Regular | $ 1339 | 14 | 900813 |
| ( 4.9L) | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 14/17/15 | 16/22/18 | Regular | $ 1251 | 14 | 900807 |
| ( 5.0L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 13/17/14 | 14/21/17 | Regular | $ 1339 | 14 | 900815 |
| ( 5.8L) | 8 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | RWD | 11/15/12 | 12/19/15 | Regular | $ 1562 | 14 | 900806 |
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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 95524 | 03/01/1995 | 39892 | There may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| BC2893950401 | 04/01/1995 | 3055505 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 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 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 985A29 | 03/18/1998 | 601036 | Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc | 06/23/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||||
| 985A38 | 03/18/1998 | 601045 | Front caliper piston boots damaged. *yc | 06/23/1998 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA93014 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 06/04/1993 | 07/29/1994 | ALTERNATOR BELT FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| 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 | |||
| 03/24/2010 | 150000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 1991 ford e-250. the contact stated that the reserve tank began spilling over into the main fuel tank and causing the fuel tank to overflow. the failure was causing the main tank to spill into the reserve as well. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 91v146000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank: selector devices), but was told by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 200,000. | |||
| 03/24/2010 | 150000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1991 ford e-250. the contact stated the reserve tank started spilling over into the main fuel tank and causing it to over flow. the contact stated that now the main tank is now spilling into the reserves as well. the contact found nhtsa campaign id number: 91v146000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank: selector devices), but was told by the manufacturer the vehicle was never included in this recall. the failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 200,000.rl | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | |||
| 08/15/2002 | 1 | ||
| Nhtsa#6238-91-v-146-000 fuel tank: the dual tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks consumer states has the same problem. recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle is not included due to the vin. *ts *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/27/2002 | |||
| Consumer states having the same problem as recall#91v146000 fuel tank. dealer will not repair because vin was not included. mr | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/29/2004 | 1 | 12/26/2002 | |
| Husband was traveling on interstate, approx. 65mph. sudden metallic noises and rumbling. pulled over safely to find rear of transmission housing has lost several large chunks, leaving a gaping hole aproximately 10 inches by 4 inches. towed to repair facility. mechanic could not remove drive line from tail piece of transmission. he contacted a speciallist who informed him that certain ford transmissions of certain years, including '91, had a defect causing them to not get lubricant to the rear part of the transmission, causing overheating, massive damage and failure. this malfunction could have caused a fire, property damage, or worse a crash with injuries or death. | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1991 | ||
| Transmission leaks/shifts hard/jerks. | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1991 | ||
| Transmission blew. | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1991 | ||
| Transmission causing, loud bang. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1991 | ||
| Drivetrain causing, jerk and lost of control. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 10/10/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1995 | |
| Brake pedal went to floor no brakes whatsoever. *ak | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 06/01/2000 | 1 | 04/15/1991 | |
| Tire been punctured and water had damaged steel causing them to rust. no rust found at the time of fread coming off. | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 08/13/2000 | 1 | 02/01/1991 | |
| Pe000020; firestone, steel tex radial r4s replacement tire on a 1991, ford, f250. while driving 45 mph on highway right rear tire tread separated from the tire. *ak the vibration was very intense. *yh | |||