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1995 Ford F-150 problems

The most common problem on the 1995 Ford F-150 is brakes, typically around 88,975 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical F-150 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
626
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
117
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
12-15mpg

The worst 1995 Ford F-150 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Ford F-150

Fire or smoke 96ABS 67Adaptive cruise 48Brake failure 24No deployment 22Pulling 22Tire blowout 19Fuel leak 15Grinding brakes 10Fuel pump 8Oil consumption 8Power steering loss 7Transmission failure 6Ball joint 5Spongy pedal 5

Recalls 2

Vehicle speed controlReported September 7, 2005 · 4,500,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk
A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)

Recall number 05V388000 · Recall details

SeatsReported April 16, 1996 · 31,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The wire harness for the power lumbar feature on the seat is underneath the front seat cushion support wires. The support wires on the driver seat can contact and damage the insulation harness resulting in a high resistance electrical short through the support wires.
Risk
Consequence of defect: over heating of the support wires could result, and melting, smoke, or possible igntion of the surrounding materials could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the seats on the affected vehicles. If no damage is found, the driver seat wire harness will be covered with a protective convolute tubing, wrapped with electrical tape and the harness will be rerouted. If damage is found, the wire harness will be replaced.

Recall number 96V064000 · Recall details

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Defect investigations

Engine compartment firesOpened March 22, 2005, closed August 2, 2006

Ea05-005 is closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v‑017, 05v‑388, and 06v‑286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in certain switch installation orientations, catch fire.ford is also including the entire population of 1998 explorers.ford has informed odi that testing to determine the cause of failures in the 1998 explorers will continue after this investigation is closed.odi believes that the vehicles exhibiting the factors causing scds failure described in this report correlate well with the observed failure rates on these vehicles by model and model year.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist in the non-recalled vehicles manufactured with scds that are not included in ford?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the non-recalled population for incidence of engine compartment fires.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached closing report for details.

EA05005

Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Ford F-150 117

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 117 bulletins for the 1995 Ford F-150

1995 Ford F-150 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.9L 6‑cylRWD141815
5.0L 8‑cylRWD12-131714-15
4.9L 6‑cyl4WD1417-1815
5.0L 8‑cyl4WD1216-1714
5.8L 8‑cylRWD1115-1612-13
5.8L 8‑cyl4WD111613

What 1995 Ford F-150 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 2, 2021 · 87,000 miles · ID

The contact owns a 1995 Ford F-150 equipped with a Clutch Max Clutch Kit sold by Clutch America. The part and serial numbers were unknown. The contact stated that while making a right turn into a parking lot, the clutch pedal was depressed and went to the floor and seized. The contact stated that the clutch had disengaged. The contact managed to manually get the shifter into neutral and drifted into a parking space and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the stem connected to the hydraulic cylinder in the bell housing had detached. The contact stated that the part popped out from the hydraulic unit. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000. Consumer stated clutch slave cylinder failed just one month of driving.

Filed Jun 28, 2021 · Fuel system · AL

My vehicle has 2 fuel tanks. In the last month I have been noticing that the rest tank is pushing gas to the front tank. I have also noticed a strong fuel smell if I select the rear tank first after filling both tanks. Looking on line there is a the federal safety agency recall on 1990-1993 models. the federal safety agency # 93v125000. This appears to be a common occurrence on multiple years from what complaints are on line. I have not had the vehicle inspected. I just figured out what the issue is. A mechanic told me that the strong gas smell is the front tank over filling by the rear tank. He said there is a check valve that needs to replaced.

Filed Apr 27, 2021 · Fuel system · 200,000 miles · MO

My truck has dual fuel tanks. Fuel from the front tank is diverted into the rear tank. This causes the rear tank to overflow gasoline out of the gas cap. This happens when the truck's engine is running and it is stationary or in motion. I have to make sure the rear tank is never more than half full to keep this from happening. When I first discovered the problem I looked online and found other owners of this truck having the same problem. I believe it can be a fire hazard if leaking fuel should contact the trucks exhaust system. I own another ford f150 truck with the same problem.

Filed Nov 21, 2020 · Fuel system · 194,720 miles · CA

While driving my dual tank 1995 ford f-150, using the rear tank, I noticed fuel being forced out of my front fuel filler cap. Not sure how much fuel was pumped out prior to my noticing. I had to let the truck sit while the fuel vapor dissipated. I finally got it home using the front tank. Not sure what to do with it now.

Filed Apr 17, 2020 · Acceleration · 189,500 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 ford f-150. The contact stated that the vehicle was at stand still on the outside of the garage, when he noticed fire exiting from the engine. The contact stated he had a fire extinguisher and water hose and was trying to extinguished the fire but was unable to. The fire department was contacted and extinguished the fire. A fire department report was filed. The contact was informed by the fire department that his VIN was associated to the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control). The contact stated no one was injured. The vehicle was not drivable and stated the fire department deemed the vehicle totaled. The contact called local dealer fahrney ford (3105 highland ave, selma, ca 93662), were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 189,500.

Filed Jun 19, 2019 · Visibility · 121,423 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 ford f-150. While driving 15 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise and saw smoke coming from the passenger side vent. The contact opened the windows and continued to drive to his destination. The contact was able to park the vehicle safely. When the contact attempted to drive to a dealer, the failure recurred. The vehicle was unable to be driven. The vehicle was towed to mock ford sales (located at 913 se 6th st, grants pass, or 97526, (541) 476-6656) where it was diagnosed that the heater core needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the heater core was previously replaced and continued to experience the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 121,423.

Filed Nov 7, 2017 · Lights · OH

1995 ford f150. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle headlights. *ld the consumer stated the headlights of vehicles are so bright that they cause visibility issues. Updated 11/07/2017

Filed Mar 23, 2017 · Acceleration, Brakes · 80,000 miles · TX · fire

Speed control switch on brake master cylinder caught on fire. Damage limited to switch which was unplugged after failure. Subsequently, brake fluid has leaked out of master cylinder at switch plug resulting in corrosion of brake parts including brake master cylinder and brake booster. Brakes are now malfunctioning resulting spongy pedal and left front caliper grabbing abruptly and locking up causing loss of control of vehicle while braking when driving on any roads in any condition. The leaking fluid has caused corrosion and failure of various parts including mounts for electrical connectors and possibly electrical connectors and wiring.

Filed Dec 20, 2016 · Fuel system · 185,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 ford f-150. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. The contact found a leak and noticed fuel spewing out of the catalytic converter. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000.

Filed Oct 31, 2016 · Engine · 160,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 1995 ford f-150. While the vehicle was parked for approximately thirty minutes, it caught fire without warning. The fire was extinguished by the fire marshall. Police and fire reports were filed. The vehicle was destroyed, but not towed. There were no injuries. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000. The VIN was not provided.

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Questions about the 1995 Ford F-150

Is the 1995 Ford F-150 reliable?

Owners have filed 626 complaints about the 1995 Ford F-150, fewer than a typical F-150 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1995 Ford F-150?

Brakes, with 145 complaints, typically around 88,975 miles. Next is acceleration (76).

How many recalls does the 1995 Ford F-150 have?

2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and seats.

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

The Ford F-150 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2013 (363 complaints), 2014 (346 complaints) and 2016 (340 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1995 Ford F-150 get?

Official estimates for the 1995 Ford F-150 range from 12 to 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.9L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14 city and 18 highway.

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