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1983 Ford F-250 recalls

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

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

For the 1983 Ford F-250. 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.

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1983 Ford F-250 recalls, newest first

May 22, 1984NHTSA 84V06500036,400 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assembly

Summary
Water separator canister may be punctured in a collision. Crash tests in a 30 MPH frontal collision revealed fuel leakage exceeding the maximum permitted by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".
Remedy
A protective shield for the canister will be installed without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 2, 1983NHTSA 83V0470001,800 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
In a collision, bolts may damage or pierce a fuel line, causing fuel spillage. Affected vehicles may not be capable of meeting the minimum fuel leakage requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity".
Remedy
The dealer will replace the existing 2.18 inch bolts in the left front fender apron with one inch long bolts at no charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 7, 1983NHTSA 83V02800098,162 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission

Summary
The parking gear may not engage, even though the gear shift lever is placed in the "park" position. This occurs if the linkage inside the transmission that actuates the park gear was improperly manufactured. A pin that retains components on a linkage (actuating) rod could break and the linkage may not engage the parking gear.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the parking pawl actuating rod assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 13, 1982NHTSA 82V124000650 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

Summary
Some of the involved vehicles may have a diode in the electrical fuel pump circuit that may short during engine starting due to inadequate capacity to withstand current draw. A short circuit would result in normal engine starting, but the pump will not continue to supply the engine with fuel.
Remedy
The dealer will replace defective element in the electrical fuel pump circuit with a new relay feed wiring assembly which contains a larger capacity diode, free of charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 26, 1982NHTSA 82V10400074,985 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Axle assembly

Summary
On certain vehicles, the lock wedges used to secure the axle bearing nuts to the axle housing may fall out of position, allowing the nut to loosen. The nut on the left side may fall off, allowing movement of the axle shaft.
Remedy
The dealer will replace defective lock wedges with an improved version. Wheel bearings will be inspected and adjusted or replaced, if necessary.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1983 Ford F-250 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Power train › Clutch assembly1
  2. Structure › Body1

Other Ford F-250 years

Other 1983 Ford models

Questions

Does the 1983 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: fuel system, diesel, fuel system, gasoline, power train, structure. 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 1983 Ford F-250 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 1983 Ford F-250?
1 complaint filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.