1983 Ford E-150 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1983 Ford E-150 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your E-150?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1983 Ford E-150 recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage

Recall 90V137Jul 18, 199013,637 vehicles affected

Most common 1983 Ford E-150 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling1

What owners report

2004-01-08, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE.*MR THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN INTO A SERVICE PLAZA WHEN THE DRIVER NOTICED FLAMES EMITTING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FLAMES ENGULFED THE ENTIRE VEHICLE. *PH *NM

1983 Ford E-150 questions

Does the 1983 Ford E-150 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1983 Ford E-150: Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford E-150?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford E-150 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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