Complaints
38
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1989 Ford E-350 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#15 complaints
Structural Problems
#23 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
#33 complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1989 Ford E-350.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Fluid System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
Structural Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Fluid System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Wheel Cylinders
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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1989 Ford E-350 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 1989 Ford E-350 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 1989 Ford E-350 has 38 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Structural Problems with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 1989 Ford E-350?
Top reported problems: Structural Problems (5 complaints); Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor (3 complaints); Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 1989 Ford E-350?
NHTSA complaints for the 1989 Ford E-350 include 2 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 1989 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 1989 Ford E-350 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 1989 Ford E-350?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford E-350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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