CarRecallWatchThe 1985 Ford LTD has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 5 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (8 reports).
1985 Ford LTD recalls
Most common 1985 Ford LTD problems
Problem areas named in the 17 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TUBE RUNNING FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAD 1/2 SPARKS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH FLOORBOARD ON DRIVER'S SIDE. CONSUMER WILL CONTACT THE DEALER. ADD MORE INFORMATION.*AK
THE THICK FILM MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL INTERMITTENTLY. NLM
THE CONSUMER HAS SPENT HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TRYING TO FIND OUT WHY THE VEHICLE CONTINUALLY STALLS, CONSUMER BELIEVES THE STALLING IS RELATED TO THE IGNITION SWITCH. *MJS
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, TREAD ON RIGHT REAR FIRESTONE TIRE SEPARATED. *AK DOT # EJR1DEK116, TIRE SIZE P215 75 R15. *SLC
WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE VEHICLE BECAME VERY HOT/STALLED OUT DUE TO TFI IGNITION MODULE BEING TOO CLOSE AND MOUNTED ON THE SIDE OF THE DISTRIBUTOR. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
1985 Ford LTD questions
Does the 1985 Ford LTD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1985 Ford LTD: Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 Ford LTD?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (8), Seat Belts (3), Vehicle Speed Control (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1985 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.