- The problem
- External cracks above the number 3 cylinder (1984 models) or rocker arm cover gaskets splitting (1985 models) could allow oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
- The risk
- Engine oil leaking onto a hot exhaust manifold couldresult in an engine compartment fire.
- The fix
- Replace cracked cylinder heads (1984 models); replace rocker arm cover gaskets (1985 models).
Vehicle safety record
1984 Ford Exp Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1984 Ford Exp have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 1989 for the engine.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Exp year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1984 Ford Exp recalls 2
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 bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages".
- The fix
- Dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
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Ford Exp: every year compared
All Exp years1984 Ford Exp vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Ford Exp | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 1984 Ford Bronco II | 13 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 1984 Ford Bronco | 10 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Ford B700 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1984 Ford 700D | 1 | 1 | - | 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 1984 Ford Exp
Does the 1984 Ford Exp have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1984 Ford Exp: engine (June 1989); anchorage (December 1983). 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 1984 Ford Exp had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1984 Ford Exp a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ford Exp 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 1984 Ford Exp 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