Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford f-150. The contact installed a new continental contitech serpentine belt in the vehicle from auto zone. The belt failed and tore into pieces after 65 miles of driving, and the vehicle overheated. An independent mechanic checked to confirm that the part was installed correctly by the contact. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home safely. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage, VIN, part number, and serial number were unknown.
1992 Ford F-150 engine problems
37 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 37
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Engine18
- Engine: gasoline7
- Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys4
- Exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)3
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe2
- Exhaust system2
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
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Ford F-150 engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Ford F-150 engine
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Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
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What 1992 Ford F-150 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My 1992 ford f-150 caught fire while parked in my driveway. The entire engine compartment burned for 10-30 minutes before the exploding front tire drew our attention. The fire inspector told us other f-150 models were suspected of having a cruise control switch/fire problem, but there is no recall at ford for this model/year.
The vehicle caught on fire while parked.
Oil pan is rusting, and there is oil leaking from vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer is not willing to do anything.
While driving smelled smoke, pulled over and lifted hood and saw flames. Cause was unknown. *ak consumer states that there is a short within the electrical system causing the alternator to fail, in the winter when turning on the heater, the heater fan, lights and other electrical components die, the dealer has replaced many alternators, a starter, 2 batteries and a u belt.
Consumer stated oil was leaking from oil pan. Oil pan was rusting from inside out. Dealer contacted.
Oil pan rust through . This has happened to my truck and to 3 people I know. Ford has a problem. The pans should never rust through. I suspect they used too thin a gauge of steel in their draw die to save a few bucks. This cost a lot of money to repair, and ford should reimburse me and everyone else with rust through in the oil pans.
Vehicle will stall without prior warning. Also, there is a lot of jerking and jumping in front. Dealership is aware of problem.
The oil pan on my 1992 ford f-150 rusted all the way through and has begun to leak oil. I have investigated the repair cost to be between $300-$400. I have also found out that this is a reoccuring problem, with this vehicle make, model, year & engine size (4.9). I am very concerned of the cost and reoccurrance of this problem! I have also experienced the failure of one of the intanks of our (dual gas tank) fuel pumps. This cost me $385 to have replaced. I believe I shouldn't have had to pay for replacement of a faulty product! If there is any means of having the manufacturer cover the repairs of this vehicle I would be greatful for the information. Thank you for your time and consideration. James weigel.
Engine oil pan has rusted and leaked. Dealer said that they have replaced a lot of engine oil pans. *ak
Questions about the 1992 Ford F-150 engine
Does the 1992 Ford F-150 have engine problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the engine of the 1992 Ford F-150, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1992 Ford F-150 engine problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1992 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).
Other 1992 Ford F-150 problems
Fuel system 245Brakes 51Electrical 48Tires 30Transmission 28Acceleration 13Locks 11Suspension 9Body 8Lights 5Seat belts 5Steering 5Seats 3Wheels 3Visibility 2
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