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1992 Ford F-250 problems

The most common problem on the 1992 Ford F-250 is fuel and propulsion system. It has fewer complaints than a typical F-250 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
119
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
67
Worst area
Fuel system
Fuel economy
12-15mpg

The worst 1992 Ford F-250 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 1992 Ford F-250

Transmission failure 9ABS 7Tire blowout 7

Recalls 4

Parking brake: conventionalReported September 7, 1994 · 835,791 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
Risk
When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. The parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear.
Remedy
A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked.

Recall number 94V169001 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported August 2, 1993 · 1,131,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
A malfunctioning check valve within the fuel pump assembly causes a portion of the unused fuel from one tank to be returned to the second tank. When this occurs, the capacity of the second tank can be exceeded, causing fuel spillage.
Risk
Spilled fuel can result in a fire when exposed to asource of ignition.
Remedy
Replacement of the fuel pressure regulator and installation of redundant check valves.

Recall number 93V125000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasolineReported August 4, 1992 · 48,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The sound insulation on the engine side of the dash panel can contact the exhaust manifold.
Risk
Contact between the insulation and the hot exhaustmanifold may result in a engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the sound insulator at no cost to owners.

Recall number 92V112000 · Recall details

Structure: body: doorReported January 14, 1992 · 190,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Water can enter the door latch release cable. If the vehicle is operated in below freezing temperatures, the water in the door latch release cable can freeze and cause the latch mechanism to malfunction.
Risk
The malfunction of the door latch release can result inthree different problems: 1) the door will not be able to be relatched, 2) theinside door handle can become inoperative, and 3) the door could appear to belatched when it is not, allowing the door to open unexpectedly if it is jarred,and increasing the risk of injury to the adjacent seat occupant.
Remedy
Revised door release cables and water shields will be installed.

Recall number 92V006000 · Recall details

See all 4 recalls for the 1992 Ford F-250

Defect investigations

Dual fuel tank crossflow/leakageOpened November 4, 1999, closed December 6, 2001

On july 14, 1993 ford filed a defect information report concerning fuel tank cross flow leakage on f-series light trucks and cab chassis built from july 22, 1989 through december 17, 1992.the remedy was to replace the fuel pressure regulator and install a check valve between each fuel supply line and fuel tank (2) to repair the supply side fuel cross flow problem (recall 93v‑125).odi opened rq98-008 on may 29, 1998 because of the large number of alleged remedy failures and reports of fuel cross flow on vehicles outside of the recall population.based onthe information received from ford on august 11, september 30, and december 15, 1998, and the increasing trend of remedy failures and out of scope crossflow reports, odi opened ea99-032 on november 4, 1999.the attached engineering analysis closing report fully describes the results of this investigation and reason for closing.the subject vehicles can experience fuel transfer from one tank to the other due to malfunctions in the fuel system.when fuel is pumped or returned to the non-operating tank (cross flow), the capacity of the non-operating tank can be exceeded, causing fuel to overflow past the filler cap, creating a fire potential.

EA99032

Failure of serpentine beltOpened March 31, 1995, closed May 28, 1996

An engineering analysis closing report is included.

EA95012

Idle air spd ctrl vlv malfOpened July 30, 1993, closed August 31, 1994

There is no summary currently available

EA93022

Parking brake failureOpened July 28, 1993, closed September 23, 1994

There is no summary currently available

EA93020

Parking brake failureOpened March 9, 1993, closed July 27, 1993

There is no summary currently available

PE93015

Idle air spd ctrl vlv malfOpened March 2, 1993, closed July 30, 1993

There is no summary currently available

PE93010

Fuel expulsionOpened January 7, 1993, closed August 20, 1993

There is no summary currently available

EA93001

Fuel expulsionOpened September 9, 1992, closed January 7, 1993

There is no summary currently available

PE92077

Engine compartment firesOpened June 24, 1992, closed August 20, 1992

There is no summary currently available

PE92055

Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Ford F-250 67

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

See all 67 bulletins for the 1992 Ford F-250

1992 Ford F-250 fuel economy

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

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.9L 6‑cylRWD1416-1715
5.0L 8‑cylRWD12-1315-1713-14
5.8L 8‑cylRWD111512

What 1992 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 13, 2018 · Fuel system · 190,000 miles · CO

The check valve is bad and gas is transferred to the front tank causing it to spill over. Some f250 from that year are under recall. Why is mine not

Filed Sep 23, 2015 · Steering · 153,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford f-250. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started to shake. When the speed decreased to 20 MPH, the vehicle stopped shaking. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 153,000. Updated 02/12/16*lj

Filed Aug 14, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · 91,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 ford f250. The contact stated the emergency brake would not engage. In addition, the odometer gauge was inoperable. The dealer was notified who stated that there was a recall for the failure under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 94v169001 (parking brake: conventional) however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000.

Filed Dec 10, 2009 · Fuel system · 1,000 miles · CA

With my 3 granddaughters in the cab of my ford f250 I stopped at the bicycle shop to drop off 2 bicycles that needed repair, this took less than 5 minutes. When I returned to my truck there was no less than 1/2 galon of fuel on the pavement and fuel was still leaking out of the rear tank filler neck. I quickly took my granddaughters out of the truck to safety and had my truck towed to my mechanic. He called the ford dealer in alhambra ca. And was told of the defective valve, but there was no recall and that it would cost no less than $ 400.00 to correct. I took my truck to that same dealer the following week to have new shocks installed and was told the same thing by the shop manager. This prevents me from filling both tanks or leakage will occur. Another incident occurred when a driver of another vehicle pulled me over to report that his car had fuel all over his new car and took down my information, but went to a nearby car wash, but that I would be responsible if any damage to the finish occurred. This valve problem put my family in potential grave danger and I feel that ford is responsible to correct the problem at their expense. According to the "auto recall car report" ford has extended the warranty for 12 year or 150,000 miles. Is the dot able to help my situation and order ford to correct the fuel crossover and fuel spillage problem?

Filed Sep 26, 2007 · Acceleration · WA

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford f250. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v336000 (vehicle speed control) on august 27, 2007. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they informed him that the parts would be unavailable until january of 2008. They advised him to deactivate his speed control switch, however, the contact refused. There had been no failure to date. The current mileage was 120,000.

Filed Mar 29, 2007 · Tires · CA

Tire blowout.

Filed Jan 31, 2005 · Acceleration · 68,000 miles · OH · fire

Consumer parked the vehicle, went into the house, and smelled smoke. By the time the consumer could respond the windows blew out because of the fire.

Filed Nov 30, 2004 · Fuel system · UT

Consumer complained about a fuel tank problem. However, there two recalls, recall 011008000 and recall 93v125000 were issued. This vehicle wa snot included. Consumer contacted the ford dealer and the manufacturer.

Filed May 14, 2003 · Fuel system · CO

The federal safety agency# 93-v-125-000 the vehicle experienced the same problem as stated in recall 93 v 125 000, however the dealer refused to fix.

Filed Nov 15, 2002 · Tires · CA

Consumer states while his wife was driving their truck, the tire on the front of the truck blew. He states that the sidewall on the tire exploded. He also states that he or his wife had hit anything prior. Consumer states that the tires was suppose to be good for 50,000 miles instead he just had 20,000 miles on them. He also states that the tire was a uniroyal size lt 235 85 r/16. Ts

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Questions about the 1992 Ford F-250

Is the 1992 Ford F-250 reliable?

Owners have filed 119 complaints about the 1992 Ford F-250, fewer than a typical F-250 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Ford F-250?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 32 complaints. Next is transmission (26).

How many recalls does the 1992 Ford F-250 have?

4 recalls, covering parking brake, fuel system, gasoline and engine and engine cooling.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Ford F-250 fuel system?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V125000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford F-250 have the most fuel system problems?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1999 (41 complaints), 1990 (40 complaints) and 1993 (37 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1992 Ford F-250 get?

Official estimates for the 1992 Ford F-250 range from 12 to 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.9L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 14 city and 16-17 highway.

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