Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford e-150 econoline. The contact stated that the ABS light was flashing and the brake fluid was very low. In addition, the speed control light began flashing and failed while driving 25 MPH. The gear would not shift out of park when the vehicle was started, and the odometer and speedometer stopped working. The mechanic stated that the vehicle need brake fluid and that the speed control failed due to defective brakes. The dealer stated that they would charge the contact $110 for overage diagnostic testing while repairing the vehicle under recall. The contact has handicapped triplets and the brakes and speed control are a safety issue. The current mileage was 52,000 and failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 08/18/08 *bf the vehicle also had an electrical short. Updated 08/19/08
1994 Ford E-150 acceleration problems
20 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 110,009.
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 110,009
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
- Cruise control6
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Ford E-150 acceleration problems in other years
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). The scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
- Remedy
- 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 on october 27, 2009. Owners may contact ford at 1‑888‑222‑2751.
Recall number 09V399000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: cruise control
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that is not compatible with the vehicle circuit polarity.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on february 18, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 08V051000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
- Risk
- Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 05v388)
Recall number 06V286000 · Recall details
What 1994 Ford E-150 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford e150. The contact received a ford recall notice in august of 2007 for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. The parts were unavailable for the recall repair. While parked in the garage, the vehicle caught fire. After the contact extinguished the fire, the vehicle would not move out of the park position. The dealer stated that he would have to first install a fuse to move the vehicle out of park before bringing it to the dealer for repair. After he installed the fuse and took the vehicle to the dealer, they refused to make the repair. The manufacturer referred him to his state's attorney general office. The recall number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 110,009.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford e150. The contact received a ford recall notice for the vehicle speed control: cruise control in december of 2007. He called the dealer and was informed that the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. On may 7, 2008, his vehicle caught fire and burned the wiring harness fuse. As a result, the vehicle is stuck in the park position. The dealer stated that because the harness was already melted, they would not assume any financial liability, nor would they attempt to repair the vehicle. The contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure and current mileages were 108,000. Updated 5/30/08
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 ford e-150. At approximately 35 MPH on april 6, 2007 the vehicle's acceleration automatically increased, even as the contact attempted to depress the brake pedal. There was a national safety recall on the cruise control of this vehicle and the remedy was performed one year ago. The contact believed that the remedywas contributing to the vehicle's failure to stop. The current and failure mileage were 129,000.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle caught fire and burned. The vehicle was parked for 8 hours prior to the fire. The fire department stated in a written report the fire started in the engine compartment on the driver's side. Additional property damage was sustained to 4 other vehicles. The insurance company investigated and deemed the vehicle a total loss.
Dt: the contact owns a 1994 ford e-150 conversion van. When she started to use the cruise control it would not work. About a month after the cruise control stopped working the instrument panel failed. The vehicle would not go into gear, the odometer stopped working, and the overdrive light kept flashing on and off. Upon inspection by a local service dealer it was determined that it was the same problem that affected the ford vehicles that were under recall for vehicle speed control. The dealership said that there was a fuse blown , causing the instrument panel not work. This was caused by brake fluid leaking onto the cruise control switch and the cruise control servo. The manufacturer stated since the vehicle was not included in the recall that the contact would have to cover the cost of the repairs. For future reference she would need to keep the receipts for the repairs in case there was a recall for this vehicle and she wanted to seek reimbursement. *ak updated 01/11/06.
On september 12, 2005 while the family was away from home, our 1994 ford e 150(econoline) van spontaneously started on fire. The vehicle was parked and not running as we were not home. Upon return and following communication with the fire department and witnesses, the vehicle started smoking and then burst into flames with no one near the vehicle. The hood and engine area were a mass of melted wires and plastic. The focus of damage was on the driver side of the engine. We were told by a neighbor at that time about a recall ford was suppose to have on their vehicles. After looking up the cruise control recall and comparing pictures, the burn evidence appears to be the same. The vehicle is totaled. I would like to hear from the ford company as they only recalled the vehicles that the media was aware of and not the other vehicles with the same faulty equipment. (recalled f 150 not e 150 with same cruise control that remains hot even when the engine is off and vehicle is parked over night.)
Underhood fire starting in the cruise control switch on the master cylinder, which I saved for investigation. I happened to be outside, saw the smoke and flames and was able to extinguish it before major destruction occurred. The flames were coming from that switch.
1994 ford e150 has problems with battery equipment. *mr there was a series of dead battery incidents. While connecting a new battery with the key out of the ignition, a considerable spark occurred at the battery terminal followed by a plume of smoke which emitted from the speed control switch assembly.
1)normal operation, 2)throttle stuck in open position. Brake would not stop vehicle. Placed in neutral just in time to avoid entering busy intersection. 3)no parts replaced. Waiting for weather to warm. Did manually operate throttle at throttle body and throttle sticks in open position suggesting that it is not a cable problem.
Questions about the 1994 Ford E-150 acceleration
Does the 1994 Ford E-150 have acceleration problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the acceleration of the 1994 Ford E-150, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Ford E-150 acceleration problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 110,009 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Ford E-150 acceleration?
Yes, 3 recalls: 09V399000, 08V051000, 06V286000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
Other 1994 Ford E-150 problems
Brakes 26Steering 20Engine 17Fuel system 17Electrical 12Suspension 10Tires 8Body 7Transmission 7Airbags 5Seat belts 3Visibility 2Wheels 2Lights 1
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