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1990 Ford Econoline recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1990 Ford Econoline. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

1990 Ford Econoline recalls, newest first

April 27, 1993NHTSA 93V07300025,000 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber

Summary
The rear shock crossmember of the frame can crack and separate from the frame.
Consequence
Separation of the rear shock crossmember from the framecan result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the rear chock crossmember with a shock crossmember made of high strength steel.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 4, 1992NHTSA 91V1720001,010 vehicles potentially affected

Seat belts › Front › Anchorage

Summary
The safety belt anchorage for the rear bench seat failed to comply with the standards of FMVSS 210.
Consequence
Failure to meet the load requirements of FMVSS 210 placethe seat occupants in increased risk of injury in the event of a sudden stopor accident.
Remedy
The manufacture will replace the non-complying safety belt anchorage with a new anchorage that meets the requirements of FMVSS 210.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 4, 1991NHTSA 91V146000350,000 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Auxillary tank › Selector devices

Summary
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.
Consequence
The overflow of fuel past the filler cap causes a fuelleakage, which can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Replace the dual fuel tank selector valve.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 1990NHTSA 90V101000111,000 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)

Summary
Under certain conditions, the snap ring that locates the park gear on the output shaft of the transmission may fracture.
Consequence
When the gear is placed in park, the park gear would notengage, allowing the truck to roll freely if the parking brake is not properlyset. This could result in an accident.
Remedy
Install improved snap ring and revised transmission extension housing.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1990 Ford Econoline with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
4
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Service brakes16
  2. Fuel system6
  3. Hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip6
  4. Hydraulic › Foundation components5
  5. Wheels4

Other Ford Econoline years

Other 1990 Ford models

Most recalled 1990 vehicles

  1. 1990 Blue Bird TC2000 (13 recalls)
  2. 1990 Honda Accord (12 recalls)
  3. 1990 Thomas School Bus (12 recalls)
  4. 1990 Acura Integra (11 recalls)
  5. 1990 Honda Civic (10 recalls)
All of 1990’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1990 Ford Econoline have any recalls?
4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, seat belts, fuel system, gasoline, power train. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1990 Ford Econoline recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 Ford Econoline?
30 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.