CarRecallWatchThe 1993 Ford Econoline has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (11 reports).
1993 Ford Econoline recalls
Most common 1993 Ford Econoline problems
Problem areas named in the 65 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 |
| Steering | 6 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Interior Lighting | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
What owners report
Random Acceleration (Gas Pedal) when started from a cold start. When foot was not on any brake or gas pedal, van started to accelerate as if I had my foot on the gas pedal.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD ECONOLINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE GEAR BOX FRACTURED FROM THE FRAME. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD ECONOLINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN THEY HEARD A LOUD SNAPPING NOISE. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY LOOSE AND CONTINUED TO MOVE INSTEAD OF STOPPING AT A SPECIFIC POINT. NO WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND INSPECTED BY A INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE STEERING GEAR BOLTS SNAPPED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 168,000. UPDATED 03/24/11*LJ UPDATED 12/14/11 *CN
SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVACTION SWITCH. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 FORD ECONOLINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN NOVEMBER OF 2007 FOR THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: CRUISE CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE DEALER REISSUED A NEW RECALL NOTICE IN FEBRUARY OF 2008. THERE HAD BEEN NO FAILURE TO DATE. THE RECALL NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 309,997.
1993 Ford Econoline questions
Does the 1993 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1993 Ford Econoline: Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control; Interior Lighting; Fuel System, Gasoline. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1993 Ford Econoline?
Based on 65 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (11), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (9), Engine And Engine Cooling (9).
How do I check if a recall on my 1993 Ford Econoline 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.