Ford LTD Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 10, 2019 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 5 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford LTD, across 3 model years (1995–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Peak: 1995, with 2 complaints
1995: 2199521996: 1199612000: 220002

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ford LTD years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2000 LTD: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 LTD: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1996 LTD: 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 LTD problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine and Engine Cooling220
Electrical System110
Engine110
Exterior Lighting110

All Ford LTD model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2000 LTD20—Engine and Engine Cooling
1996 LTD10—Engine
1995 LTD20—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford LTD years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (2), 1995 (2), 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 LTD?

Engine and Engine Cooling, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Ford LTD have?

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