1984 Ford LTD Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 3.8L 6-cyl · 16 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1984 Ford LTD (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1984 Ford LTD. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 6 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and body and structure (2). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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 cooling6 43%
- Electrical system5 36%
- Body and structure2 14%
- Vehicle speed control1 7.1%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “When driving vehicle will suddenly stall completely in middle of traffic without any warning. Vehicle will start up shortly thereafter. Also, problem was intermittent. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #895117, filed 2001-08Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1984 Ford LTD version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| LTD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| LTD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| LTD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| LTD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 |
| LTD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| LTD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 17 | $3,950 |
| LTD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| LTD Crown Victoria | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| LTD Crown Victoria | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| LTD Crown Victoria | 5.8L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| LTD Crown Victoria Wagon | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| LTD Crown Victoria Wagon | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| LTD Wagon | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
3 more EPA-rated versions are not shown.
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 85V077000Jun 11, 1985Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shieldsCovers: Ford LTD 1984–1985
Heat shields for the catalytic converter outlet pipes were omitted during production. Consequence of defect: after severe duty use, such as high speed pursuit, the outlet pipes become very hot and could ignite certain types of ground cover resulting in a…
- 83V134000Dec 20, 1983Seat belts › Front › AnchorageCovers: Ford LTD 1984, Mercury Marquis 1984, Ford Escort 1984 +15 more
The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly…
Recall details for the 1984 Ford LTD → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1984 Ford LTD.
Other model years of the Ford LTD
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 8 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 6 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 9 | — | 0 | — | 18 | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 17 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 1984 | 14 | — | 2 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 1983 | 5 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1984 Ford LTD have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1984 Ford LTD as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1984 Ford LTD is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 6 complaints (43% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.
Has the 1984 Ford LTD been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1984 Ford LTD get?
The EPA rates the 1984 Ford LTD (LTD, 3.8L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 16 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,950 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.