1992 Ford Econoline Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 18%of 83 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the fuel system of the 1992 Ford Econoline, 18% of the 83 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My wife was driving on 190 headed east and without warning the right rear wheel snapped off, and she spinned around about three times before coming to a halt, facing the flow of oncoming traffic. No other vehicles were involved. Date was sept 98 //// 15 jul 99. Driving on 195 with my entire family and some friends at about 70 miles per hour the left rear wheel snapped off without warning and we began to skid about 150-200 meters. The van fishtailed. But I compensated it with my steering. After coming to a halt we found out that we were skidding on our gas tank, which was busted at that time. …”
NHTSA complaint #708689, filed 1999-07“When filling vehicle with gas noticed gas running onto gas tank and ground. Dealer stated filler tub needed to be replaced. The dealer failed to install correct part and repair was done. Besides, the dealer installs the whole assembly instead of failed part.”
NHTSA complaint #880969, filed 2001-02“Experiencing problem with fuel leaking along the seam of the fuel tank. Believed this was a manufacturer's defect for a vehicle with 44,000 mile of wear. Mfr. Notified and informed consumer that vehicle was no longer under warranty and repairs would be at consumer's cost.”
NHTSA complaint #842970, filed 1999-07“Vehicle stalls in warm weather, at any speed and any time. . Consumer stated the dealer discovered the problem as being the coolant sensor, also the fuel filter and drivebelt were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #8007631, filed 2002-04“The fuel pressure regulator malfunctioned, causing fuel to flow into vehicle cylinders/ oil pan/exhaust pipe and muffler systems, resulting in starter lock up. When dealer attempted to replace starter, fuel flowed out of the vehicle. Also replaced oxygen sensor.”
NHTSA complaint #815838, filed 1997-09Related recalls
- 93V100000Jun 8, 1993The fuel filler hose or fuel filler vent hose was damaged by a drill bit used to install the dso package attaching hardware onto the floor pan.Covers: Ford Econoline 1992–1993
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 | 9% |
| 2002 | 3 | 13% |
| 2001 | 3 | 11% |
| 2000 | 1 | 3% |
| 1999 | 11 | 13% |
| 1998 | 6 | 13% |
| 1997 | 3 | 4% |
| 1996 | 2 | 2% |
| 1995 | 4 | 5% |
| 1994 | 10 | 8% |
| 1993 | 8 | 12% |
| 1992 | 15 | 18% |
| 1991 | 8 | 33% |
| 1990 | 5 | 17% |
| 1989 | 7 | 22% |
| 1988 | 3 | 14% |
| 1987 | 3 | 20% |
| 1986 | 1 | 14% |
| 1985 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1992 Ford Econoline
18 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Ford Econoline
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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