1996 Ford Econoline vs 1998 Ford Econoline
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Ford Econoline | 1998 Ford Econoline |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 46 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 135 | 179 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Econoline | Ford Econoline |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 7 |
| Tires | 13 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 3 |
| Suspension | 6 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
1996 Ford Econoline
1998 Ford Econoline
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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.