- The problem
- Extreme operating conditions could cause premature deterioration of the engine compartment heater hoses or engine bypass hoses.
- The risk
- Engine coolant could discharge onto the engine and itsexhaust manifold creating the potential for a fire due to the high engineexhaust manifold temperatures.
- The fix
- Replace hoses and radiator caps; install high heat resistance aluminized stainless steel mufflers.
Vehicle safety record
1986 Ford E250 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1986 Ford E250 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 1988 for the hoses / lines / piping / fittings.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical E250 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1986 Ford E250 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicles are subject to excessive underhood temperatures and fuel system pressures in severe duty applications.
- The risk
- This creates potential for fuel expulsion from the fuelfiller pipe which in the presence of an ignition source, could result in afire.
- The fix
- Install modification kits to minimize possibility of fuel expulsion and to shield underbody components from exhaust system heat.
- The problem
- Rubber that encases ball stud and socket joint (connects steering drag link and pitman arm) may deteriorate and cause metal to metal contact. Consequence of defect: complete separation of the drag link to pitman arm connection could occur resulting in loss of steering control.
- The fix
- Install new drag link assemblies with steel ball and socket joints at the pitman arm connections.
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No complaints about the 1986 Ford E250 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Ford E250: every year compared
All E250 years1986 Ford E250 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Ford E250 | 0 | 3 | F | |
| 1986 Ford Aerostar | 53 | 9 | A | Compare |
| 1986 Ford Bronco II | 33 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 1986 Ford Bronco | 27 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1986 Ford B8000 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1986 Ford E250
Does the 1986 Ford E250 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1986 Ford E250: hoses / lines / piping / fittings (August 1988); emission control (September 1987); connection (December 1986). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1986 Ford E250 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1986 Ford E250 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 20 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ford E250 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 1986 Ford E250 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data