1996 Ford F700 Problems: 2 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1996 Ford F700 problems

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

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Electrical
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Recalls 1

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported July 14, 1997 · 3,300 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with 7.0l liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) engine or 7.0l efi (gasoline) engine with the optional cab floor pan reinforcement. The engine wiring harness or battery cable can be pinched between the optional cab reinforcement and the frame causing an abrasion which could result in an electrical short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit can cause overheating and arcing.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the reinforcement(s) and, if necessary, reposition the engine wiring harness (including installation of the revised engine wire harness retention bracket) and battery cable.

Recall number 97V111000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 1996 Ford F700

Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Ford F700 6

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

Jun 25, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with 26 inch diameter fans may exhibit an engine overheat condition. tt
Jun 28, 1999 Service bulletinConditions with power steering fluid leaking from the brake pump reservoir at 90 degree elbow on some...
Aug 3, 1998 Service bulletinExhaust leak at exhaust manifolds--vehicle equipped with 7.0L 0R 7.5L engine. ak
Aug 1, 1998 Service bulletinSome medium duty trucks may have a concern with a worn or binding clutch rod ball end. tt
Oct 21, 1996 Service bulletinExhaust - exhaust leak at exhaust manifolds - vehicles equipped with 7.0L or 7.5L engine. tw

See all 6 bulletins for the 1996 Ford F700

What 1996 Ford F700 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 28, 1996 · Electrical · WA · fire

Power cable running from battery was routed between cab and frame rail, cab wor through wire loom, causing short/fire.

Filed Apr 23, 1996 · Electrical · ID

Wiring harness routed under cab floorboards seam, causing sharp seam to wear through insulation, causing fire. (second vehicle on 503554)

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Questions about the 1996 Ford F700

Is the 1996 Ford F700 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Ford F700, close to a typical F700 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Ford F700?

Electrical system, with 2 complaints.

How many recalls does the 1996 Ford F700 have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Ford F700 electrical?

Yes, 1 recall: 97V111000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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1996 Ford F700 problems