1999 Ford E-250 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 13%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electrical system of the 1999 Ford E-250, 13% of the 31 complaints for this model year. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We purchased a 99 e250 cargo van in november 06, we are not sure if old owner had same problem, within 2 weeks we had problems with van starting. We only have the problem after the car is shut off. It does not stall while running. We can turn it off and try to start it right back up, it will not turn all the way over. We have replaced the fuel pump and had in the shop 3 times. They are unable to find anything wrong. It has been hooked up to a computer, when it is started it shows nothing wrong, when it won't start it won't read at all. With no rhyme or reason it will start on it's own. …”
NHTSA complaint #10191284, filed 2007-05“The hi/lo fan switch burned out. Toxic fumes entered vehicle. Suffered headaches & upset stomach. Later on a fire caused wires to melt down. Contacted dealership's mechanic , and informed switch going out was common. Have ordered part for replacement.”
NHTSA complaint #884035, filed 2001-03“1999 Ford econoline with multiple issues. Consumer states that this vehicle has multiple issues with breaking down. He also states that this vehicle has had several engine problems, tire problems, windshield wiper motor problems. The check engine light illuminated, the left rear door handle, battery, alternator, radio, ball joints were replaced. The brake rotors and pads were replaced. The axle shaft seals, mass air flow sensor, catalytic converter were replaced. The valve spring was broken, the front tie rod ends and drag links were replaced, the tires, wiper blades and gaskets were replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10222853, filed 2008-03Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | 25% |
| 2010 | 2 | 22% |
| 2007 | 1 | 17% |
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2004 | 3 | 38% |
| 2003 | 4 | 24% |
| 2002 | 2 | 12% |
| 2001 | 1 | 6% |
| 2000 | 2 | 11% |
| 1999 | 4 | 13% |
| 1998 | 1 | 6% |
| 1997 | 2 | 8% |
| 1994 | 1 | 9% |
| 1992 | 2 | 14% |
| 1989 | 2 | 29% |
Other parts of the 1999 Ford E-250
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Ford E-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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