Ford CF Series Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 19, 2003 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford CF Series, across 2 model years (1996–2001). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.

Peak: 1996, with 1 complaints
1996: 1199612001: 120011

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ford CF Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No CF Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2001 CF Series: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1996 CF Series: 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 CF Series problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Structure110
Suspension110

All Ford CF Series model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2001 CF Series10—Structure
1996 CF Series10—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford CF Series years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (1), 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 CF Series?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Ford CF Series have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.