CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Ford EXP has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1988 Ford EXP recalls
Most common 1988 Ford EXP problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 |
What owners report
CONSUMER HAD IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED UNDER RECALL, HOWEVER AFTER THE REPAIR THERE WERE SEVERAL FAILURES THAT WERE NOT PRESENT PRIOR TO THE REPAIR. THE POWER STEERING/HEADLIGHTS WERE INOPERATIVE, THE BATTERY WAS DOWN AND THE INSIDE LIGHTS WOULD NOT GO OFF.
THE BRAKES FAIL APPROXIMATELY EVERY SIX TO SEVEN MONTHS, EVEN AFTER REPLACING PADS, CALIPERS, ROTORS, AND A NEW MASTER CYLINDER AND METERING VALVE.
THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION FOR OVER TEN MINUTES THE HORN SOUNDED OFF, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER STATED THAT RECALL WORK WAS CORRECTED ON VEHICLE DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM. (96V-071). *AK
1988 Ford EXP questions
Does the 1988 Ford EXP have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 Ford EXP: Electrical System:Ignition. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Ford EXP?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Service Brakes, Air (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Ford EXP 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.