1995 Ford F-250 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 34about this part
- Share
- 18%of 184 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 120,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1995 Ford F-250, 18% of the 184 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 120,000 miles. 5 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1995 Ford f250 7.3l turbo diesel : cam position sensor failed after numerous, worsening experiences with erratic engine performance. Sensor replaced by dealer on 12/07/2006 with truck barely able to continue running. This corrected the problem at the time, but I am now occasionally experiencing the same symptoms again. I have subsequently discovered that this is a chronic problem with this navistar engine. Many Ford vehicles have been recalled as a result, but mine has not, despite numerous vehicles of my model year (1995) experiencing this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10222397, filed 2008-03, 157,900 miles“Engine compartment fire on a parked 1995 Ford F-250. The fire spread rapidly throughout the engine compartment, and caused a car parked next to the truck to catch fire. The vehicle is totaled. The fire investigator for mount prospect, il, indicated that it was likely an internal electrical fault.”
NHTSA complaint #10340188, filed 2010-06, 97,000 miles“1995 Ford f250. Consumer writes in regards to problems with leaking gas line, brakes, transmission and several other issues with vehicle. Consumer states unsatisfactory customer service from several dealerships. The master cylinder, air pump, brake pads, serpentine belt, brake lines, alternator, cruise control sensor, battery, headlight control and upper switch were all replaced. Also, the starter solenoid switch was replaced, as well as the oil pan, that was rusted. The tires were replaced, due to cracking.”
NHTSA complaint #10524433, filed 2013-07, 495 miles“The exhaust manifold had a broken bolt which caused fumes to enter into the vehicle. Consumer has not been involved in any accident to cause the bolt to break. Exhaust manifold warped causing an exhaust leak which resulted in all exhaust to enter the vehicle's cab.”
NHTSA complaint #10113347, filed 2005-04, 120,000 miles“The contact owns a 1995 Ford f250. The contact stated he was awakened by the horn of his vehicle independently sounding. The contact then observed flames shooting from the driver's side of the engine compartment. The engine was destroyed and the left side of the engine, including the metal, had melted. The insurance company was contacted. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileages were approximately 133,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10336166, filed 2010-06, 133,000 milesEngine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 12 | 5% |
| 2011 | 7 | 3% |
| 2009 | 2 | 4% |
| 2008 | 15 | 8% |
| 2007 | 3 | 5% |
| 2006 | 17 | 8% |
| 2005 | 17 | 12% |
| 2004 | 44 | 29% |
| 2003 | 24 | 21% |
| 2002 | 23 | 15% |
| 2001 | 21 | 10% |
| 2000 | 33 | 10% |
| 1999 | 66 | 11% |
| 1998 | 8 | 14% |
| 1997 | 29 | 10% |
| 1996 | 28 | 16% |
| 1995 | 34 | 18% |
| 1994 | 18 | 15% |
| 1993 | 29 | 22% |
| 1992 | 14 | 12% |
| 1991 | 8 | 7% |
| 1990 | 10 | 9% |
| 1989 | 7 | 6% |
| 1988 | 4 | 6% |
| 1987 | 6 | 16% |
| 1986 | 5 | 13% |
| 1985 | 3 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1995 Ford F-250
41 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
36 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsTires
11 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsWheels
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Ford F-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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