1990 Ford F-150 engine problems

21 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 21
of this car's complaints: 8%
crashes: 0
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine
9
Engine: gasoline
7
Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
2
Exhaust system: emission control
2
Exhaust system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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25k-50k

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150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford F-150 engine problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1990 Ford F-150 engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1990 Ford F-150 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 19, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 8,000 miles · VA

The truck has 9000 actual miles on it now, but I fail to understand (1) why the windshield leaks and the vehicle has always been stored under a carport? (2) fuel gauge on front tank always shows empty when its full? (3) driver side exhaust manifold is cracked? Is there any recalls for this vehicle related to the above issues?

Filed Nov 26, 2002 · Engine · IN

Consumer states that while driving at any speed and no warning the fuel is leaking onto the exhaust and the consumer can strongly smell gas. Ts

Filed Apr 17, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · KY

Vehicle was stalling at 45 MPH, not able to start again until vehicle had cooled down, 35-45 minutes. Then, vehicle would run for 20-25 minutes and stall again. Dealer replaced ignition module and coil.*ak

Filed Nov 8, 2000 · Engine · WV

Engine failed, consumer feels ford should reimburse him due to the tb 1662 regarding the pcv system modifications.

Filed Jun 21, 2000 · Engine · CA

The pickup tube that goes to the oil pan broke, causing engine to lose oil and lock up. Vehicle towed to dealership. Mechanic indicated problem was caused by vibration.

Filed Mar 29, 2000 · Engine · KS

Smelled gas in garage, rear tank dumping gas in my front tank

Filed Mar 23, 1999 · Engine · OK

Pvc valve system failed causing engine failure and excessive oil consumption.

Filed May 20, 1998 · Engine · MO

Fuel check valve within the fuel pump failed causing fuel to overflow and leak.

Filed Dec 28, 1997 · Engine · IN

Vehicle engine will not maintain a seal in the oil pan gasket.

Filed Jun 6, 1997 · Engine · OR

Engine oil pan gasket pops out on left side. Hot oil leaks out and drips on exhaust.

Questions about the 1990 Ford F-150 engine

Does the 1990 Ford F-150 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the engine of the 1990 Ford F-150, 8% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1990 Ford F-150 engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1990 Ford F-150 engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford F-150 have bad engine?

The Ford F-150 model years with the most engine complaints are 2018 (591 complaints), 2013 (567 complaints) and 1997 (544 complaints).