1984 Ford Econoline Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Ford Econoline (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1984 Ford Econoline. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by tires (2) and brakes (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the emission control filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling2 29%
- Tires2 29%
- Brakes1 14%
- Other or unknown1 14%
- Seats1 14%
Example complaints
Tires: “While driving right front tire exploded. Tire went to pieces. Consumer heard a sound and vehicle went out of control. When stopped, vehicle was on its rim. Contacted dealer, and manager refused to fix it under warranty because did not have enough of tire left. Goodyear workhorse, no other specific tire information given.”
NHTSA complaint #896874, filed 2001-09Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 87V144000Sep 9, 1987Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission controlCovers: Ford Econoline 1983–1987, E-350 1983–1987, Club Wagon 1983–1987 +1 more
Vehicles are subject to excessive underhood temperatures and fuel system pressures in severe duty applications.
- 87V113000Jul 21, 1987Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission controlCovers: Ford Econoline 1983–1987, E-350 1983–1987
Expulsion of fuel due to overpressurization.
- 87V111000Jul 16, 1987Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › MountingCovers: Ford Econoline 1984–1987, E-350 1984–1987
Fuel leak at the top of the front fuel tank in the area of the vapor valve grommet. Grommet may split due to compressive load when installed in the fuel tank.
- 85V061000May 14, 1985Fuel system, dieselCovers: Ford Econoline 1983–1985, E-350 1983–1985, E-250 1983–1985
When frontally impacted into a fixed barrier at 30 mph, as specified in federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 301, the left frame rails of such vehicles may displace inboard, pinching the fuel/water separator canister between the frame rail and…
- 84V119000Oct 2, 1984Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor systemCovers: Ford Econoline 1984, E-150 1984, Bronco 1984 +10 more
The secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.
- 84V014000Jan 7, 1984WheelsCovers: Ford Econoline 1984, E-250 1984, E-350 1984 +1 more
Some vehicles may have been built with improperly manufactured wheels. The welds securing the center sections to the rims may crack from fatigue.
Recall details for the 1984 Ford Econoline → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Ford Econoline.
Other model years of the Ford Econoline
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 22 | 48,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2002 | 23 | 97,258 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 28 | 86,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 39 | 50,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 84 | 75,794 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 46 | 79,500 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 79 | 89,400 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 81 | 98,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 73 | 45,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 124 | 118,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1993 | 65 | 103,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 83 | 115,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 24 | 52,867 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 30 | 44,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 32 | — | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 22 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 15 | 110,000 | 4 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 7 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 10 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 7 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford Econoline model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Ford Econoline have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1984 Ford Econoline as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Ford Econoline is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by tires with 2.
Has the 1984 Ford Econoline been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.