1999 Ford Ford Truck problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 37 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 18.5 times the median Ford Truck year — the 1999 model ranks #3 of 37 Ford Truck years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across engine (9), visibility & wipers (6), and tires & wheels (3), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
37
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
6
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1999 compare to other Ford Truck years?
What are the most common 1999 Ford Ford Truck problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 24% | ▲ up |
| Visibility & Wipers | 6 | 16% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 3 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 3 | 8% | — flat |
| Tires & Wheels | 3 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5% | — flat |
| Steering | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Transmission | 1 | 3% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“THERE WAS A SUPER CHARGER INTER COOLER LEAK IN 1999, FORD TRUCK. IT WAS SPILLING COOLANT DIRECTLY INTO THE MOTOR INTAKE. THIS WAS A SAFETY/EMISSIONS PROBLEM WITH COOLANT CLOGGING THE O2 SENSOR AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER. CONSUMER BOUGHT A USED VEHICLE, AND RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT DONE. FORD CONTRACT…”
“I ALMOST DIED AS A RESULT OF MY WINDSHIELD BECOMING COVERED WITH SALT AND MY BEING UNABLE TO SEE THROUGH IT. MY WINDOWS WERE FROZEN SHUT SO I COULDN'T OPEN THEM AND LOOK AHEAD AT THE ROAD. MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT CLEAR OFF THE SALT. THE FLUID WOULD NOT SPRAY.”
“I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHEN THEY ARE GOING TO REPLACE THESE TIRES BEFORE MYSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE IS GOING TO DIE THIS IS A VERY FEARFUL WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AND YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW IF THE TIRE TREAD IS GONING TO FLY OFF, AND YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES ARE DEAD. PLEASE MAKE A RECALL BEFORE…”
“I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE TRUCK WAS ACTINGAS IF IT WAS ON ICE,PULLING TO THE LEFT . SKID MARKS WERE LEFT . I STUCK A MINIVAN THAT WAS CROSSING IN FRONT OF MY TRUCK AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT I THOUGHT THAT I HAD NOT APPLIED THE BREAKS IN TIME , NOW AFTER 7 MORE INTERMITTENT BRAKE FAILURES WITH ONE…”
“I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE WIPER IN MY VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASED THEY ONLY COME ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP BUT THEY ARE UNABLE TO REPAIR IT. I HAVE ALSO HAVE A AIR BAG LIGHT GO ON AND OFF THEY CAN'T SEEM TO FIX EITHER. *JB”
1999 Ford Ford Truck — common questions
Is the 1999 Ford Ford Truck reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 37 complaints put the 1999 model at #3 of 37 Ford Truck years. It is one of the Ford Truck years to avoid.
What are the most common 1999 Ford Truck problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (9 complaints), visibility & wipers (6 complaints), tires & wheels (3 complaints).
Does the 1999 Ford Ford Truck have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1999 Ford Ford Truck.
Which Ford Ford Truck years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Ford Truck years to avoid are 2002, 1997, 1999, 2000. The cleanest record among Ford Truck years belongs to 1982.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.