1991 Ford E-250: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1991 Ford E-250: 1 recall, 8 owner complaints and up to 14 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #91V146000 · 1991 · 350,000 vehicles
What's wrong: The dual fuel tank selector valve May malfunction and cause an overfill condition in one of the fuel tanks, resulting in an overflow of fuel past the filler cap.
Why it matters: The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
The fix: Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel system (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (2): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1991 Ford E-250 has 8 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 16 E-250 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 10). Complaints peaked in 2001 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 11 years old, at a median of 150,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1992 (14 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 16 | 14 | Regular |
| 4.9 L 6-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 14 | 13 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 | 16 | 13 | Regular |
| 5.8 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 | 14 | 11 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1991 Ford E-250 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1991 Ford E-250. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1991 Ford E-250 problems?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel system (3), transmission & drivetrain (2), tires (2).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Ford E-250 get?
EPA ratings run up to 14 mpg combined (4.9 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1991 Ford E-250 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.