1984 Ford F-250 Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1984 Ford F-250. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor systemCovers: Ford F-250 1984, E-150 1984, Bronco 1984 +10 more
Reported issue: The secondary throttle shaft may, with accumulated mileage, become contaminated and may stick in a partially open position while driving.
Possible consequence: Consequence of defect: this sticking could result in a faster speed than intended, possibly resutling in an accident.
Remedy: The primary to secondary throttle closure link on the carburetor will be replaced free of charge.
- Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Ford F-250 1983–1984, F-350 1983–1984
Reported issue: Water separator canister may be punctured in a collision. Crash tests in a 30 mph frontal collision revealed fuel leakage exceeding the maximum permitted by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".
Remedy: A protective shield for the canister will be installed without charge.
- Engine and engine cooling › EngineCovers: Ford F-250 1984, F-350 1984
Reported issue: The involved vehicles were assembled with bolts of an incorrect size for attachment of the front engine mounts to the engine. The engine mount bolts will loosen and eventually fall off and the engine may come off its front engine mounts. This could result in the fuel line becoming damaged or separated in conditions such as driving over rough roads or in the event of an accident.
Remedy: Upon inspection, dealer will replace mount bolts with bolts of the proper size.
NHTSA investigations
- EA85031Rear wheel lockupClosed · Jul 12, 1985
← All problems reported for the 1984 Ford F-250
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.