CarRecallWatchThe 1983 Ford E-350 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
1983 Ford E-350 recalls
Most common 1983 Ford E-350 problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1983 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVED TO THE SHOULDER AND WAS UNABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FAILED TO CONTINUOUSLY SUPPLY THE ENGINE WITH FUEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 82V124000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: DELIVERY: FUEL PUMP). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 73,000.
4 OF 6 TIRES BOUGHT IN 04 THREAD SEPARATING. NO ACCIDENT. MOTOR JUST STARTED SHAKING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. *TR
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ON AND IN THE PARK POSITION, ON ITS OWN THE VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF GEAR FROM PARK INTO REVERSE. *AK CONSUMER STATES THIS IS NOT HIS VEHICLE OR HIS COMPLAINT.*JB
WHILE PARKED FOR TWO DAYS, NOTICED SMOKE AND FIRE COMING FROM DASH AREA, POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL. *AK
1983 Ford E-350 questions
Does the 1983 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1983 Ford E-350: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control; Fuel System, Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford E-350?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Power Train (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford E-350 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.