- The problem
- Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks. The positive battery cable is taped to the negative cable which contains a clip to secure the assembly to the side frame rail. If incorrectly positioned, the positive battery cable can contact the air conditioning compressor pulley.
- The risk
- If the cable wears, a complete electrical system failure can occur and potential sparking and/or ignition of flammable material.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and/or modify the battery cable clips to ensure that they are properly located.
Vehicle safety record
1999 Ford Supercab Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1999 Ford Supercab have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in March 1998 for the cables.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Supercab years are on file
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1999 Ford Supercab 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
- Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks with dual rear wheel, and wide frame. The jacks provided with these vehicles are too large to be stowed securely under the seat as intended and were placed loose on the floor in the rear of the cab.
- The risk
- The jacks can move about the passenger compartment creating the potential for personal injury during a crash or sudden stop.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE JACKS.
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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.
1999 Ford Supercab vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Ford Supercab | 0 | 2 | - | |
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Questions about the 1999 Ford Supercab
Does the 1999 Ford Supercab have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1999 Ford Supercab: cables (March 1998); accessory scissor / screw / bottle jack / lift (March 1998). 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 1999 Ford Supercab had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 1999 Ford Supercab 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