CarRecallWatchThe 1983 Ford LTD has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
1Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1983 Ford LTD recalls
Most common 1983 Ford LTD problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
CONSUMERS VEHICLE EXHIBITED STALLING CONDITION AND HAD IT REPAIRED, CONSUMER BELIEVES THIS PROBLEM WAS DIRECTLY RELATED THE THE TFI MODULE BEING RECALLED IN CALIFORNIA, CONSUMER REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT. NLM
MOTOR STARTS SHAKING EXCESSIVELY DUE TO TRANSMISSION OVERDRIVE FAILURE. *AK..
ENGINE FIRE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT).
VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION AND THE VEHICLE JUMPED FROM PARK TO REVERSE, CAUSING THE INJURIES TO THE OCCUPANT. CONSUMER HAS YET TO CONTACT THE DEALER. RECALL LISTED FOR VEHICLE DUE TO THE SAME PROBLEM 83V-028000. *AK
IGNITION FIRE. *AK
1983 Ford LTD questions
Does the 1983 Ford LTD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1983 Ford LTD: Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1983 Ford LTD?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Power Train (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1983 Ford LTD 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.