Ford F800 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Ford F800, across 4 model years (1995–1998). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Ford F800 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No F800 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 F800: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
- 1997 F800: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1995 F800: 2 complaints, 4 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 F800 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford F800 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 F800 | 6 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 1997 F800 | 6 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1996 F800 | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 1995 F800 | 2 | 4 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ford F800 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (6), 1997 (6), 1995 (2). 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 F800?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford F800 have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.