- The problem
- This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 1990-1993 ford f-series vehicles equipped with dual fuel tanks and 4.9, 5.0,5.8, Or 7.5 Liter gasoline fueled engines. Some vehicles can experience a cross tank fuel flow condition due to a damaged check valve in the fuel pump/sender assembly. Fuel may be supplied from one tank and some or all of the unused fuel may be returned to the other tank.
- The risk
- Should this occur, the capacity of the receiving tank may be exceeded and fuel may overflow from the filler cap.
- The fix
- Ford is extending the warranty for potential fuel cross-flow to 12 years of service or 150,000 miles from the vehicle's warranty start date, whichever occurs first. This cover will automatically transfer to subsequent owners at no charge. If a vehicle already has more than 150,000 miles, this overage will last until december 31, 2001. If the vehicle is experiencing a fuel cross-flow condition, dealers will repair the condition free of charge.
Vehicle safety record
1990 Ford F250 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1990 Ford F250 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 7 recalls, the latest in July 2001 for the fuel system, gasoline.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical F250 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1990 Ford F250 recalls 7
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 ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
- The risk
- This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
- The problem
- The steel fuel return tubes that connect the frame fuel return lines with the engine fuel rail can contact the pinch weld flange connecting the dash panel to the floor pan. Continued contact leads to abrasion of the steel fuel return tube and eventually results in a fuel leak.
- The risk
- Abrasion of the steel tube wall that eventually causes a fuel leak may result in a fire, if a source of ignition is present.
- The fix
- Ford dealers will replace the fuel return tubes with flexible stainless steel braided/teflon tubes. Dealers will also inspect the fuel supply tubes.
- The problem
- A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.
- The risk
- Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.
- The fix
- Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.
- The problem
- A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. This caused greater heat transfer to the caliper pistons with the potential to overheat the brake fluid and diminish brake effectiveness during severe braking conditions.
- The risk
- Increased stopping distances and inablility to holdvehicles on a steep grade results in increased risk of accident in the event ofa sudden stop or when constant braking is needed to maneuver through areas withsteep grades.
- The fix
- Add snap-in insulators that attach to each of the front brake caliper pistons. In addition, vehicles with 7.5 L engines will have insulation added to the engine compartment brake lines.
- 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.
- The problem
- Incorrectly installed fuel line connectors have fuel supply and return lines crossed.
- The risk
- Fuel could be transferred from one tank to the other,possibly resulting in fuel overflow and spillage, in presence of an ignitionsource, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- REPLACE FUEL LINE ASSEMBLY.
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Ford F250: every year compared
All F250 years1990 Ford F250 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 Ford F250 | 0 | 7 | F | |
| 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 |
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Questions about the 1990 Ford F250
Does the 1990 Ford F250 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 1990 Ford F250: fuel system, gasoline (July 2001); ignition (April 1996); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (February 1994); tank assembly (August 1993) and more. 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 F250 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1990 Ford F250 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ford F250 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 F250 years have the most complaints?
1968 (1), 1970 (1). See every Ford F250 year compared.
What should I do if my 1990 Ford F250 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