Ford B800 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ford B800, across 3 model years (1995–1998). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Ford B800 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No B800 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 B800: 6 complaints, 1 recall
- 1995 B800: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 B800: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford B800 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford B800 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 B800 | 6 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 B800 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 B800 | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford B800 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (6), 1995 (3), 1996 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford B800?
Power Train, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford B800 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.