We found the following complaints for FORD F250 (1989)
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Vehicle was involved in an accident with frontal impact at 35-40 mph. Crash occurred and neither airbag deployed. Dealer not aware of the problem. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
Reoccurring failure of alternator belt.consequential breakage of other in line belts.
Plastic dicast alluminum piece breaks, preventing starting actuation when ignition switch if stuck. Please describe details.
Consumer states that the iginition locked while making a turn , consumer also reports that this is a frequent occurrence.consumer can't get any help from the dealerbecause part that is causing the problem is not under warranty.
Starting problems due to ignition system problems.
Engine started up involuntarily, no keys in the ignition, then noticed fire inside the vehicle, damaging the inside.
Faulty ignition component primarily used in all makes and models of vehicles manufactured by ford from 1986-2000+. Can cause fire, has been listed as a recall but only for specific vin numbers. Same component, same manufacturer, same installation, same problems for all vehicles may, have or can arise it is not vehicle specific but component specific. If same components were used on all vehicles manufactured during this time, then all vehicles manufactured are at risk of having the same malfunction. The component can not determine which vehicle should or should not have fire or safety issues.it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure this out. Nor should it take even one tragedy to make this a priority for repair or replacement. I don't think anyone should have to worry about operating a vehicle that has the posibility of becoming a fire hazard. Faulty component not faulty vehicle. Oh and faulty manufacturer as they can't see the obvious but can only see the types of vehicles reported to have this problem as the only ones to recall. Yes that is how they determine the vehicles to recall, the ones that were reported. Oh and lets not leave out shall we the ones that weren't reported because no one was the wiser or not well versed in the reporting/or filing of complaints a number im sure we all know would be astronomical. Ford f250's manufactured during this time all had same electrical system component installed and same manufacturer. Other vehicles by ford used this same component, lots of documentation available regarding this item and the devestation and tragedy caused by its malfunction. I refuse to be one of these tragedies in order to have this problem corrected. Other recalls found for ford f250's manufactured in 1989: fuel tank assembly attachmentsfuel tank auxillarypower train: transmission:automatic:indicator:lever:gearfuel tank: auxillary selector and switchbrakes: hydraulic: shoe and drum system: linings
Started truck, while idling, noticed smoke rolling out from under dash with flames; ignition and all wires burnt to crisp.
When turningvehicle on itwill not turn over, key gets stuck into the ignition switch. Vehicle will go dead, no connection. Consumer tookvehicle todealership twice.dealership told him that he had to haverecall repairs done for a switch .
Ignition switch replaced.
Started truck, while idling, noticed smoke rolling out from under dash with flames; ignition and all wires burnt to crisp.
Steering column overheats to the point where the driver cannot keep his hands on the steering wheel. Dealer says ignition switch needs to be replaced.
No problems before the recall was preformed and now the ignition switch jams and has hard time with taking the key out of the ignition switch, the car will not start now.please describe details.
While pulling trailer on highway at 50 mph, driver began to smell something burning. He looked at instrument panel to see if any warning indicators were illuminating. Truck began to smoke inside cab. Driver pulled over and in minutes truck burned.
Consumer noticed smokecoming from under hood due to wire harness dealer was contacted.
My 1989 ford f250 4x4 caught fire in my driveway today.the truck is a total loss.items in the truck included a cell phone, approx. $1,500 worth of tools, a rifle, an electronic organizer, an air compressor in the bed of the truck, cd-player, cb radio, and no telling what else that i cannot think of.the truck was worth approx. $6,000.my father-in-law told me he heard about a recall relating to the electrical/ignition switch after telling a friend about the fire.one of the fireman who answered the call said the fire appeared to have started around the dash on the drivers side, that seemed to be where the hottest part of the fire was.the fire was so hot that it melted part of the aluminum rim on the front drivers side.please give me any information you can on contacting ford about this recall.i was the second owner of this truck & therefore received no information on recalls.thank you, vernon t. "teddy" peterson, jr.
Consumer tookvehicle to the dealer for repair of a tire.the mechanic noticedthat upper and lower ball joints needed replacementdue to mole infestation. When the brake fuse blew, the release mechanism for the cruise control didn't work. As a result, when he applied the brake, the vehicle raced forcing theconsumer to go off road to avoid a accident. At this time the cruise control was cancelled by hitting the off button. *ph
The vehicle was idling and it caught on fire from under the dash. Please describe.
Vehicle was parked with ignition off,under the dash fire, electrical short.
The vehicle was idling and it caught on fire from under the dash. Please describe.
Vehicle was parked with ignition off,under the dash fire, electrical short.
While driving the truck, it caught on fire.by the time it could be safely pulled off the side of the road it was fully engulfed in flames.it was a total loss.
Cylinder walls of engine have failed due to manufacturing not informing owners the need of a special additive put into cooling system.
Consumer purchased rebuilt ford motor from dealership, the motor was not installed correctly causing extensive damage to (starter,exhaust system and injectors). Mjs
While parked, the vehicle caught fire. Cause unknown.please describe.
Engine continues to run at 1500-25000 rpm when foot is removed from accelerator pedal, making braking difficult.
While parked, the vehicle caught fire. Cause unknown.please describe.
Consumer complaint that the exhaust manifold bolt keeps on breaking off within a short period of wearing out.dealer notified, and will not repair without cost to the consumer.
Exhaust manifold cracked, causing noise and flame from the engine come out.tt
After filling the fuel tank up, dual tanks, and filled the front, under the hood fire engine compartment.tt
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Fuel is being pumped out of front tank on to ground, see 91v146000ford can not tell me if the recall has or has not been done on this truck. Seems if the truck is over 10 years old they don't keep track or something...
Fuel tank auxiliary selector switch problem, overflow from one tank to the other, resulting of overflow of fuel past the filler cap.same as nhtsa campaign id 91v146000.however my vehicle was manufactured slightly before the earliest cutoff date of 2/1989. Ts
Fuel is being pumped out of front tank on to ground, see 91v146000ford can not tell me if the recall has or has not been done on this truck. Seems if the truck is over 10 years old they don't keep track or something...
Fuel tank leaked internally prior to/after recall repairs (91v-146).
Fuel tank selector and switch experienced the samedefectas stated in recall 91v146000;however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.
Recall 91 v 146 000/auxillary selector and switch:portion ofunused fuel from one tank to be returned to second tank.when thisoccurred, second tank exceeded, causing fuel spillages. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified, and informed consumerthatthis vehicle was not covered underrecall due to vin.feel free to provide any further information.
Recall number 91v146000 mfr # 91s39; gas overflows from rear tank to front tank when tank selector switch in cab is on rear. Gas fumes can be strong. On separate occasions the vehicle has stalled when switching tanks from rear to front.
Fuel tank,auxillary recall #91v146, dual tanks : when filling rear fuel goes to front and flows to the ground. Called manufacturer and his saidthat vehicle was not on recall, but is currently having the same gas overflowproblem.
The contact owns a 1989 ford f250.while driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel coming from outside of the vehicle.the driver pulled over to the side of the road and observed fuel leaking from the auxiliary tank.immediately, the fuel tank cap was removed and fuel sprayed out of the tank onto his clothing.there were no personal injuries sustained.on a separate occasion, the main fuel tank failed in the same manner.the manufacturer was notified and discovered nhtsa campaign id number 91v146000 (fuel system, gasoline,storage;auxiliary tank;selector devices).the vin was excluded from the recall, although the failures were identical.the vehicle has not been repaired.the failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage is 105,000. Updated 03/18/09.
Fuel is leaking out offuel tank, fuel is bypassingfron one fuel tank to another.when capacity of one tank is full, fuelleaks out.also,recall91v146000/ manufacturer'srecall91s30 wa sissued on this make/model. However, thisvehicle not included due to vin.consumer has noticed this problem since 1998.please provide any further details.
Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign91v146000 concerning the auxiliary tank devices.this vehicle has the same problemsas indicated in the recall, but itis not included in the recall due to vin. No repairs have been made.updated 02/28/06.
Recall 91s39. Both tanks were filled.when driving fuel runs out of fuel cap of other tank. Dealer contacted and is aware of problem. Vehicle does not comply with recall. Provide further information.
Fuel leaked out past the filler cap while driving. This was due to the defect described in the fuel tank auxiliary selector and switch recall91v146000 but the vehicle identification number was not included.the dual fuel tank selection valve failed causing an overflow condition in one tank with overflow of fuel. *sc
The contact owns a 1989 ford f250 pickup truck. He noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle; although, there were several recalls related to the fuel system, his vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id numbers 89v114000, fuel system, gasoline storage auxiliary tank, 91v146000, fuel system, gasoline storage, auxiliary tank selector devices and 88v182000, fuel system, gasoline storage, tank assembly mounting . No repairs were made. The manufacturer assumed no liability for the repairs. The failure and current mileages were under under 95,000. The vin was not accepted in the system.
Fuel tank damaged due to rust.
The rear tank is leaking diesel fuel.
Main auxillary fuel tank failed due to corrosion. Yh
Fuel tank was leaking due the defective check valve in recall 91v146000.but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin although it had the same problem.please provide further information.
Dual tank and valve failed causing gas to overflow when gas was coming from rear tank. Mjs
Fuel system failure caused vehicle fire.
Fuel tank exploded resulting in fire.
The rear grease seals leaked and spilled grease on the brakes and now they don't stop. Which was also causing emergency brake not to hold.
Automatic transmission, model e4od, failed.
Power train:transmission jumps out of gear, will not go into gear at times.
Automatic transmission failed 3 times.
Vehicle was left in park with engine running and vehicle began to roll backwards. Lever indicated that the vehicle was still in park.causeunknown.please provide any furtherinformation.
The rear grease seals leaked and spilled grease on the brakes and now they don't stop. Which was also causing emergency brake not to hold.
Rear end seals leaked prior to/after service recall repairs.
Rear seals leaking. *dh
The rear axle seals leak, causing brake contamination. The problem has been fixed 3x.
Whenever shifting into either 1st/ 2nd or 3rd gear, would hear whinning noises. When shifting into 4th gear, whinning noise would stop. Once vehicle makes 65mph, whinning noise reappears. Its a continuous whine. Took vehicle to mechanic, and was informed that driveshaft was too long for transmission.driveshaft was causing the problem with gears. Mechanic waiting for parts to do repairs.
Universal joint has broken on three occasions, causes excessive damage to brakes.tt
We bought this truck new and we have put 3 or 4 pressure plates, clutches and throw out bearings in it.we also have had the transmission rebuilt to the tune of $2200.00 in october, 1997.we hardly drive this truck.it was boughtfor a farm truck, mostly to haul our cattle trailer.we haul cattle infrequently (maybe 3 or 4 times a year) and we have had problems with the powertrain since we bought the truck.last friday (9/17/99) we had to put another clutch, pressure plate and throw out bearing in it.i contacted the dealer (b f evans) who repaired the truck in october, 1997 and he told me tough luck - you went past the 12 month deadline.i wonder if there are any records on other people having problems with transmissions , power trains on these trucks.we just hope it will hold together until we can afford to trade it off.we have also had brake problems with the truck but the major problem is it is breaking us up to keep clutches in it.we do not use the truck everyday - it usually sits in the driveway.the dealer does not seem concerned about this problem - they did not offer any help other than taking our $2200.00 and then telling us "tough luck" when the clutch went out again.needless to say i will never own another ford product.
The manual lever broke when vehicle was put in reverse.
Lap belt is not connected to the anchors.tt
Left seat floor bracket broke, leaving a very unstable driver's seat.
Brake lines rusted.
Abs brake problem; when the abs warning light came on, owner broughttruck to the dealer for service. Owner purchased a r.a.b.s valve. Abs warning light remained on. Owner now needs a module replaced that is no longer availabe from the manufacturer.part # e7tf-2c018-ab or ac.
Abs: while driving downhill applying brakes as needed, pedal went to floor; lost braking power; brakes overheated; needed heat shield.tt
Lost front brakes completely, partial rear brakes during heavy duty aplication, brake fluid overheats/blows out, causing holes in calipers, mechanic replaced calipers.
Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to lose control/skid, resulting in an accident (other vehicle from 976144).
Anti-lockbrake system problems; when applying the brakes on any type of road surface, under normal braking conditions, the right rear wheel locks up, causingthe truck to go into a skid. This problem has been mentioned to the dealer. The system has not been checked. Owner still experiencing a problem with system.
Has rear abs brakes. The truck would not stop when brakes were applied . Please describe.
While slowing down the abs would fade awayupon traveling 25mph.delaer has been contacted.
When in low gearbrake fluid will boil, causing vehicle to lose brakes.
Brakes failed, causing brake pedal to travel to floor.
Anti-lock brakes experience extended stopping distance and fading, causing lack of stopping control.
Antilock brakes failed.
Brakes too soft, 'rabs'valve replaced.
Brakes fail prior to recall, recall work done however remedy failure; overheating of brakes still occurring. Recall 92s44 done
Loss of brake effectiveness brake pedal goes to the floor pe91-077.tt
Brake system failure, total loss of braking ability.tt
Brakes overheat.
The rear grease seals leaked and spilled grease on the brakes and now they don't stop. Which was also causing emergency brake not to hold.
Front brakes replaced due to brake failure.*sd
Front grakes failed and new piston insulators replaced.
Left front brake caliper sticking, causing brake failure.
Brake calipers/rotors/ drums repaired.
Lost front brakes completely, partial rear brakes during heavy duty aplication, brake fluid overheats/blows out, causing holes in calipers, mechanic replaced calipers.
Front calipers stick due to brake fluid overheating, causing loss of brakes.*skd
Brake calipers/rotors/ drums repaired.
Brake calipers/rotors/ drums repaired.
Rear brakes leaked at rear wheel,brake shoes, axle seals and drums replaced.
Vehicle experiencing brake failure which is a recall related failure (92v-026/92s44), however vehicle denied due to vin#. Yh
Prior to safety recall (92s44) in which consumer never received, the brakes on vehicle malfunctioned when applied, causing consumer to loose control of vehicle whcih then went over an embankement, the vehicle was decalred totaled and consumer is seeking a $500.00 decductible from manufacturer that he incurred.
Vehicle experiencing brake failure which is a recall related failure (92v-026/92s44), however vehicle denied due to vin#. Yh
Brake failure prior to recall, the consumer had recall work done to no satisfaction, the problem still exists. (recall #93s69)
Right side steering axle support is damaged when u-bolt broke. Yh
While driving smoke appeared then disappeared from the steering column. Please describe.
Steering column overheats to the point where the driver cannot keep his hands on the steering wheel. Dealer says ignition switch needs to be replaced.
Steering column missing a bolt.
While driving smoke appeared then disappeared from the steering column. Please describe.
The steering column locking device locks up when driving and a bump is hit. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.
The steering gear box is leaking from where there was work done on it. Please describe.
Lack of power steering.tt
Firewall has developed cracks, causing various problems to occur.pleasegive any further details.
Ford makes a repair kit for this with a cost of 105.00 plus 5 hours labor to install, also i was told by the ford service center that i could have not caused nor prevented it. It happened because the firewall was too thin.
The vehicle's frame corroded excessively. Yh
Frame rusted.
Consumer tookvehicle to the dealer for repair of a tire.the mechanic noticedthat upper and lower ball joints needed replacementdue to mole infestation. When the brake fuse blew, the release mechanism for the cruise control didn't work. As a result, when he applied the brake, the vehicle raced forcing theconsumer to go off road to avoid a accident. At this time the cruise control was cancelled by hitting the off button. *ph
Consumer tookvehicle to the dealer for repair of a tire.the mechanic noticedthat upper and lower ball joints needed replacementdue to mole infestation. When the brake fuse blew, the release mechanism for the cruise control didn't work. As a result, when he applied the brake, the vehicle raced forcing theconsumer to go off road to avoid a accident. At this time the cruise control was cancelled by hitting the off button. *ph
Right front shock absorber assembly appeared too loosen and torn from the frame leaving 3 inch hold.tt
Front right wheel collapsed while driving the vehicle, corroded u bolt that attaches suspension springs to front suspension.tt
U-bolts on steering axle broke while driving causing vehicle to veer into ditch. Yh
While walking aroundvehicle found out that tires were splitting in the middle andhad to be replaced.firestone at, lt235/85r16 and dot #vn0r1wn035.all four firestone tires split in the center.
Tire had very little wear,blew outat speed,was in spare rack years,thought tire was old. (tiresize: lt235/85r1)( dot number: tire size: lt235/85r1 )
Pe00-020; p23585r16, aftermarket with 80,000 miles with good amount of tread.driving at approximately 60 mph and pulling 18 foot rv trailor w heard loud explosion. At that same momentvehicle lost control due to right rear firestone tire tread that completely peeled off ,all that was left was the core of tire. Vehicle almost rolled over. Dot# vdor1wn174.
While traveling about 75mph on the highway consumer heard a noise and was able to pull over to the shoulder ,the right front tire tread had separated from the wheel. Goodyear pathfinder nt tire 16 inch (dot unknown). This happened three times.
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 40mph on highway lost control ofvehicle due to the faulty left front and right front firestone steeltex radial tires (p235 85 r16).
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway and without prior warning the right rear tire tread separated. He was able to pull over to the shoulder, he noticed that right rear quarter panel had damage.firestone, wilderness atx, p25585r16, dot vd10axd046.there were no injuries, andfirestone was notified.dot number is vd10axd046.
Sudden acceleration caused accident.
While driving at any ratethrottle remains open, causingvehicle toaccelerate.cause unknown.please give any further details.
Accelerator pedal sticks. *sd
While driving the vehicle suddenly idled to 2000 rpm without warning, nearly causing a collision. Cause unknown.
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