Ford E-100 years to avoid
Across 1975–1987, no single E-100 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1984 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.
4
Total complaints
12
Recall campaigns
1975–1987
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every E-100 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1986 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1985 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1984 | 4 | 2 | |
| 1983 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1982 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1981 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1980 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1979 | 0 | 5 | |
| 1978 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1977 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1976 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1975 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the Ford E-100?
By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among E-100 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Ford E-100 have?
Across all model years, the E-100 has 12 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.