1988 Ford F150 vs 1990 Ford F150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Ford F150 | 1990 Ford F150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 139 | 275 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 40 |
| Investigations | 6 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 47 | 32 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–16 | 12–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 97,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F150 | Ford F150 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 27 | 135 |
| Electrical System | 49 | 37 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 21 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 18 |
| Tires | 5 | 19 |
| Power Train | 8 | 13 |
| Structure | 9 | 4 |
| Visibility | 8 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 9 | 8 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
1988 Ford F150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.