1999 Ford Supercab Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Supercab years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Ford Supercab. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Supercab model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 2,641 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Ford Supercab problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 2,641 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Ford Supercab recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks. The positive battery cable is taped to the negative cable which contains a clip to secure the assembly to the side frame rail. If incorrectly positioned, the positive battery cable can contact the air conditioning compressor pulley.
Risk: If the cable wears, a complete electrical system failure can occur and potential sparking and/or ignition of flammable material.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and/or modify the battery cable clips to ensure that they are properly located.
Equipment:mechanical:accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift; equipment:mechanical:integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer
Problem: Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks with dual rear wheel, and wide frame. The jacks provided with these vehicles are too large to be stowed securely under the seat as intended and were placed loose on the floor in the rear of the cab.
Risk: The jacks can move about the passenger compartment creating the potential for personal injury during a crash or sudden stop.
Fix: Dealers will replace these jacks.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Driveshaft failure-3 driveshaft have gone bad in 43,000 miles. *la
The vacuum hose over the throttle cable failed causing the vehicle to surge forward while braking. Nlm
Other Ford Supercab years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Supercab | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 Supercab | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Supercab?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Ford Supercab?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Ford Supercab a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Supercab model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.