1994 Ford E-150: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Ford E-150: 7 recalls, 121 owner complaints and up to 14 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #94V087000 · 1994 · 2,255 vehicles
What's wrong: The manufacturer's certification label and/or the driver air bag advisory label May be missing from the vehicles, which does not conform to the requirements of 49 cfr 567.
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: owners of vehicle would be unaware of the load capacity of the vans, the van build date, and would not have any assurance that the vans meet the federal motor vehicle safety standards.
The fix: The labels will be furnished to owner's for installation on the vehicles.
Interior lights Vehicle recall #94V128000 · 1994 · 6,088 vehicles
What's wrong: The transformer used to power the neon center lightbeam can overheat and catch on fire.
Why it matters: The overheating and fires caused by the neon transformer can result in damage to the lightbeam assembly, the roof of the vehicle, and could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix: Mark III dealers will modify the assemblies to eliminate the neon lighting fixture in the vehicle and replace it with incandescent lights operating directly from the vehicle 12-volt battery.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #06V286000 · 2006 · 1,200,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch May overheat.
Why it matters: Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #08V051000 · 2008 · 225,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
Why it matters: As a result, the fuse is located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and May not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
The fix: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #09V297000 · 2009 · 7 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 404, "platform lift installations on motor vehicles." the threshold warning system May not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Why it matters: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix: R&r mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lift free of charge (please see 07e095).
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #09V298000 · 2009 · 7 vehicles
What's wrong: These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock May not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or…
Why it matters: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix: R&r mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097).
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #09V399000 · 2009 · 4,500,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The scds May leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
The fix: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. Repairs will be completed free of charge. The safety recall began…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 12 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (24): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (5), noise or vibration (4).
- Steering (20): the most common themes are steering problems (19), noise or vibration (2).
- Speed control / throttle (20): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (17): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), noise or vibration (4), leaks (4).
The 1994 Ford E-150 has 121 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 29 E-150 model years for complaints (3.6× the average E-150 year). Complaints peaked in 1995 (18 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 129,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (71 complaints, 4 recalls), 1995 (71 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 15 | 14 | Regular |
| 4.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.8 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 | 16 | 13 | Regular |
| 4.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 15 | 13 | Regular |
| 5.8 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 | 15 | 12 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Ford E-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 1994 Ford E-150. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Ford E-150 problems?
Owners have filed 121 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (24), steering (20), speed control / throttle (20).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Ford E-150 get?
EPA ratings run up to 14 mpg combined (4.9 L, Automatic 3-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Ford E-150 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.