- The problem
- The rear shock crossmember of the frame can crack and separate from the frame.
- The risk
- Separation of the rear shock crossmember from the framecan result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- The fix
- Replace the rear chock crossmember with a shock crossmember made of high strength steel.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Ford Econoline Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1990 Ford Econoline have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in April 1993 for the shock ABSorber.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Econoline year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1990 Ford Econoline recalls 4
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
- The safety belt anchorage for the rear bench seat failed to comply with the standards of fmvss 210.
- The risk
- Failure to meet the load requirements of fmvss 210 placethe seat occupants in increased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.
- The fix
- The manufacture will replace the non-complying safety belt anchorage with a new anchorage that meets the requirements of fmvss 210.
- The problem
- The dual fuel tank selector valve may malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.
- The risk
- The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
- The fix
- REPLACE THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE.
- The problem
- Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.
- The risk
- When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. This could result in an accident.
- The fix
- Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.
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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 Econoline: every year compared
All Econoline years1990 Ford Econoline vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Ford Econoline | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 197 | 7 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Ford Bronco | 57 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Ford Bronco II | 27 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 1990 Ford B700 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1990 Ford Cargo | 1 | 0 | B | 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 1990 Ford Econoline
Does the 1990 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1990 Ford Econoline: shock ABSorber (April 1993); anchorage (May 1992); selector devices (September 1991); gear position indication (prndl) (June 1990). 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 1990 Ford Econoline had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1990 Ford Econoline a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ford Econoline 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.
Which Ford Econoline years have the most complaints?
1999 (300), 2000 (231), 2003 (215). See every Ford Econoline year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Ford Econoline 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