1985 Ford E-250 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1985 Ford E-250 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

4Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1985 Ford E-250 recalls

Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings

Recall 88V133Aug 9, 198814,975 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control

Recall 87V144Sep 9, 1987188,000 vehicles affected

Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection

Recall 86V173Dec 30, 198628,791 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Diesel

Recall 85V061May 14, 19858,500 vehicles affected

Most common 1985 Ford E-250 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Fuel System, Gasoline2

What owners report

1999-01-07, Electrical System
VEHICLE FIRE DUE TO POSSIBLE IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE.
1997-11-20, Electrical System
ELECTRONIC MODULE WOULD HEAT UP AND FAIL AT TIMES. THE VEHICLE WOULD BE DIFFICULT TO START AT TIMES ALSO DUE TO ELECTRONIC MODULE.

1985 Ford E-250 questions

Does the 1985 Ford E-250 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1985 Ford E-250: Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control; Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:Connection; Fuel System, Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1985 Ford E-250?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 1985 Ford E-250 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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