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1993 Ford F-150 engine problems

53 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 115,000.

owner complaints
53
of this car's complaints
9%
typical mileage
115,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Engine
    28
  • Engine: gasoline
    11
  • Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
    3
  • Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
    2
  • Exhaust system: emission control
    2
  • Exhaust system
    2
  • Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
    2
  • Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford F-150 engine problems in other years

19901995200020052010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Ford F-150 engine

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

Stalling 8

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1993 Ford F-150 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 27, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · KY

The recall 00S57 was not done. This was my husbands vehicle and he has since passed away and when I went to get renewal plates for Kentucky since I have moved I saw the recalls and called Ford dealer. They can fix the 05S28 speed control system modification recall which I have scheduled, however they advised parts for repair are no longer available from Ford. I have not had an issue as yet, however since the recall is engine and gas related which could cause a fire, I would like to get the vehicle fixed. Please advise. Thank you

Filed Nov 9, 2010 · Engine · 230,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford f150. The contact was driving approximately 25 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact replaced the defective engine with a manufacurer engine. The similar failure occurreg again in the newly installed engine due to defective cylinders. The engine was replaced with a scrap engine. The vehicle performed normally after the second engine was replaced. The failure mileage was 230,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Nov 15, 2009 · Engine · 175,000 miles · NC · fire

Left for work on this day in the usual manner. Turned onto us 19 from us 64. As I accelerated from the stoplight the truck backfired out of the exhaust, I shifted gears and it backfired again, this time the "check engine light" came on. I looked to the passenger side outside mirror and saw smoke coming from under the truck. I pulled over and jumped out. When I stopped the smoke billowed out from under the hood. I called 911 to report the fire. By the time the firetrucks got there the entire motor compartment and passenger compartment were blazing.

Filed Sep 26, 2005 · Engine, Suspension · 65,000 miles · OH

1. Rear leaf spring support on 1993 ford f-150. The design of the rear leaf spring support, let water and salt collect in the support. Causing rapid rust and failure of support. This could cause an accident and possible loss of human life if this part would fail at highway speeds. The ford dealer here in town told me at the parts counter, when I bought this part that they sell 5 or 7 supports a week. This tells me this is a design flaw. In the rear leaf spring support. 2. The emission system has a defect in the design which lets exhaust fumes into the cab. The pipe in the engine compartment which is connected to the heads of the engine, is suppose to pump fresh air into the exhaust to help it burn cleaner. But the problem is with this year is that it splits apart and rust causing fumes into the cab. These problems are not just mine. I know men who have the same year truck 1993 ford f-150 with a v-8 302 in it that have had the problem. This points out a design flaw that is both safety for human but also emission. I have contacted ford about these concerns. Short answer is they tell me to fix it myself. I also realize that I am talking about a 1993 truck. My truck is in very good shape only 61,000 miles on it. These are not normal wear and tear issues. I believe that these issues are design problems with the truck. Not just mine but other men that I know. I would you to look into these points please.

Filed Jun 21, 2005 · Engine · 115,000 miles · FL · fire

Dt:consumer replaced fan motor twice before incident. Consumer was traveling south on state road 441 when smoke came into cab from vents. Consumer pulled over and found that there was a fire under hood. Consumer was able to put fire out with help from an off duty fireman. The fire spread to inside the cab. Consumer kept the fan housing which had burned into the firewall. Fire inspector told consumer that the fan motor started fire. Vehicle was totaled.

Filed Sep 28, 2004 · Engine · 63,000 miles · MA

Consumer was concerned that oil from the oil pan was leaking oil onto the exhaust pipe. Dealer/manufacturer were both contacted.

Filed Sep 27, 2003 · Engine · 57,000 miles · IL

Oil pan is rusting out an leaking oil

Filed Mar 25, 2003 · Engine · OH

The oil pan leaked oil.

Filed Mar 25, 2003 · Engine · OH

The oil pan leaked oil. *jb....

Filed Jul 30, 2002 · Engine · IL · fire

While in motion, the vehicle errupted into flames. The vehicle was completely destroyed, ohio traffic crash report.

Questions about the 1993 Ford F-150 engine

Does the 1993 Ford F-150 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 53 complaints about the engine of the 1993 Ford F-150, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1993 Ford F-150 engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 115,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1993 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 1993 Ford F-150 problems

Fuel system 287Brakes 90Acceleration 40Transmission 40Electrical 34Tires 32Suspension 25Body 14Lights 10Seats 10Steering 9Visibility 8Seat belts 6Wheels 4Airbags 1

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