1994 Ford E-350: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Ford E-350: 5 recalls, 51 owner complaints.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #93V194000 · 1993 · 106 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles do not comply with fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems." the parking brake application force for a foot operated control system should not exceed 125 pounds to hold the vehicle on a 30% grade. Interference between the parking brake pedal and a wire harness May increase the needed pedal force to greater than 125 pounds to set the parking brake to hold the vehicle on the 30% grade.
Why it matters: The interference between the foot pedal and the wireharness May not allow the parking brake to fully set. If this occurs when thevehicle is parked on an incline, it May roll, causing a crash.
The fix: Final stage manufacturers will be informed of this condition and provided with parts and instructions necessary to correct this situation.
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.
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…
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #14V197000 · 2014 · 66 vehicles
What's wrong: Cummings mobility conversion & supply, Inc. (cummings) is recalling various model year 1994-2011 Ford and Chevrolet vans equipped with braun ncl-2, and nvl-2 wheel chair lifts manufactured November 20, 2006, through September 10, 2010. Over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts in these vans May become bent or misaligned.
Why it matters: A wheelchair occupant May defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix: Braun corporation notified all the vehicle owners, and cummings mobility replaced the recalled parts with new parts, free of charge. The recall was completed as of April 10, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (16): the most common themes are warning light on (3), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Engine & cooling (8): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Tires (6): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (6).
- Transmission & drivetrain (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1994 Ford E-350 has 51 owner complaints, ranking #10 of 35 E-350 model years for complaints (1.7× the average E-350 year). Complaints peaked in 2000 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 230,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (43 complaints, 3 recalls), 1995 (69 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 1994 Ford E-350. 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-350 problems?
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (16), engine & cooling (8), tires (6).
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