VehicleVerdict

Ford F Series (light) years to avoid

Across 1973–2002, no single F Series (light) year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1994 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.

163

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

1973–2002

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Every F Series (light) year

YearComplaintsRecalls
2002170
2001110
200050
199960
199810
1997160
199630
199510
1994230
1993180
1992130
1991120
1990120
1989160
198860
198701
198610
198201
198101
198004
197901
197811
197310

Common questions

What is the best year for the Ford F Series (light)?

By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among F Series (light) years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Ford F Series (light) have?

Across all model years, the F Series (light) has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 163 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.