- The problem
- Spring lock fuel line coupling may not be properly engaged.
- The risk
- Coupling could disengage due to fuel pressure,vibration, and engine movements; this would cause loss of fuel which, inpresence of an ignition source, creates a fire risk.
- The fix
- Install retainer clips over the couplings to prevent coupling separation and fuel leakage.
Vehicle safety record
1986 Ford F350 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1986 Ford F350 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in September 1987 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical F350 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1986 Ford F350 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 outside rear view mirrors do not meet the 50 square inch minimum requirement of fmvss 111-rearview mirrors. Consequence of defect: the standard requires a minimum dimension for rearview mirrors to provide adequate field of vision which aids in preventing accidents.
- The fix
- Replace outside rear view mirrors with unit magnification mirrors of 9" x 6" reflective surface dimensions.
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No complaints about the 1986 Ford F350 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 F350: every year compared
All F350 years1986 Ford F350 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 Ford F350 | 0 | 2 | B | |
| 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 F350
Does the 1986 Ford F350 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1986 Ford F350: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (September 1987); exterior (March 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 F350 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1986 Ford F350 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 65 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Ford F350 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 F350 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