Ford F250 1988
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 1988 Ford F250.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Standard Pickup Trucks Light Pickup.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | Regular | |
| City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
| 10 - 14 MPG | 13 - 17 MPG | 592.46 - 807.90 g/mile |
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Sub-models: - F-250 - F250 Ld - F250 Hd - F250 Pickup 2wd - F250 Pickup 4wd -
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the MPG of a 1988 Ford F250?
- The 1988 Ford F250 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 10 - 14 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 13 - 17 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 1988 Ford F250?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 1988 Ford F250 can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 1988 Ford F250?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1988 Ford F250 is $3850.
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Where is the 1988 Ford F250 produced?
- The 1988 Ford F250 is produced in St. Paul Minnesota, United States (usa).
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Are there recalls for the 1988 Ford F250?
- There are 7 recall(s) for the 1988 Ford F250, additional information is below.
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What is the GVWR of a 1988 Ford F250?
- The 1988 Ford F250 has a GVWR of Class 2G: 8,001 - 9,000 lb (3,629 - 4,082 kg) lbs.
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How much horsepower does the 1988 Ford F250 have?
- The 1988 Ford F250 has 210 horsepower.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
Recall 31474 [USA]: This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Recall 19044 [USA]: The lodged keys can cause loss of steering control, whichcan result in an accident when the vehicle is being used on the highway.
Recall 21313 [USA]: Increased stopping distances and inablility to holdvehicles on a steep grade results in increased risk of accident in the event ofa sudden stop or when constant braking is needed to maneuver through areas withsteep grades.
Recall 25810 [USA]: A fractured window may contain fragments that are largerthan the 425 grams allowed.
Recall 1992026 [Canada]: Brakes
Recall 1990093 [Canada]: Emissions
Recall 1990166 [Canada]: Emissions
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
Automatic 3-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 3-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3811 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Vehicle record id 4877 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 3-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.6667 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 21.7949 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3820 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Vehicle record id 4878 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3817 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Vehicle record id 4879 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3813 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 4880 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.6667 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 12 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3908 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 4881 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 15.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3907 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Vehicle record id 4882 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 20.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 21.2507 City mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3903 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3850 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 4883 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 16.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -9500 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 3-spd Rear-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 2wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.8 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 3-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -12750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 24.7925 City mpg for fuel type 1, 11 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 12 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.8 Drive axle type Rear-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3940 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4500 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Vehicle record id 4884 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 2wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 3-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 13.3333 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -12750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 22.8854 City mpg for fuel type 1, 11 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Vehicle record id 28860 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 13.9 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 20.3 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 19.834 City mpg for fuel type 1, 14 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 15 Engine cylinders 6 Engine displacement in liters 4.9 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3833 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 3600 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 17 Vehicle record id 4973 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 17.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 23.0769 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -8250 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details Creeper Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 4-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 22.8854 City mpg for fuel type 1, 11 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.0 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3928 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4150 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 16 Vehicle record id 4974 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle N If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 14.0 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 22.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -11000 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Automatic 3-spd 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive F250 Pickup 4wd
Description Data Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.8 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Transmission Automatic 3-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -14750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 27.0464 City mpg for fuel type 1, 10 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 11 Engine cylinders 8 Engine displacement in liters 5.8 Drive axle type 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive EPA model type index 3950 Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details (FFS) Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 4900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 13 Vehicle record id 4975 Model name (carline) F250 Pickup 4wd Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false Transmission Automatic 3-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 12.2222 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 18.0 EPA vehicle size class Standard Pickup Trucks You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -14750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- 99196 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems. *tt
- 99222 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses. *tt
- BC4225 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM: Unknown
- 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
- 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- 00189 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES: Concerns with the signal mirror reflective surface deteriorating over time, developing dark spots due to chrome plating delamination. *jb
- 0015 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs
- 98158 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Front end shimmy may occur at various driving speeds and is usually induced when hitting bumps, such as large potholes or rough railroad crossings. Shimmy is not always verified during road test. *ak
- 99152 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt
- 010198 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some vehicles may develop "cavitation" erosion in the cylinder wall of the engine. *tt
- 98246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc
- 9864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt
- 9852 - TIRES: Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc
- 9848 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Announcing the ford oem air conditioning retrofit kit availability. *yc
- 9888 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc
- 985A38 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER: Front caliper piston boots damaged. *yc
- 985A29 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS: Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc
- 985A12 - EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES: Recommended guidelines for towing behind recreational vehicles. *tt
- 97511 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd
- 9748 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS: Accessory drive belts- fead belt comes off- vehicles with 4.9l engine. *jd
- 9747 - STRUCTURE: Frame- rivet replacement with bolts- service tips. *jd
- 97310 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER,BRACKET: Noise- "popping/creaking"- front frame or suspension brackets- frame- "popping/creaking"- fastener replacement. *jd
- 97215 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Diagnostic guides for out-of-warranty vehicles to be used as a master copy - diagnostic guides no longer available from adistra. *tw
- 962612 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw
- 96221 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD: Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw
- 96249 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER: Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw
- 96246 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw
- 951515 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION): Steering gear-replacement of bendix, steering gear with new ross steeering gear. *sd
- 95912 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Unknown
- 9597 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Unknown
- 9588 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Knocking noise on initial start-up. *tw
- 95711 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit a lack of power or a no start condition due to an exhaust restriction. *tw
- BC2681950503 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Lack of power or no start condition may be due to exhaust restriction caused by a plugged catalytic converter and/or muffler. *tw
- 95524 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: There may be a concern of poor performance, coolant in the oil and engine knocking and/or hydraulic lock on some vehicles. *tw
- BC4225 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: Vehicles with manual transmission may have a lack of power or no start condition caused by a plugged catalytic converter or muffler. *tw
Known Recall Investigations
Alternator belt failure investigation # EA93014
There is no summary currently available
Loss of brake effectivenes investigation # EA91044
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Spare tire fires investigation # PE91090
There is no summary currently available
Loss of brake effectivenes investigation # PE91077
There is no summary currently available
F-series fuel tank fires investigation # DP89005
F-series fuel tank fires
Fires investigation # PE89020
There is no summary currently available
NHTSA decoded information from VIN
138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.
| Variable | Value |
|---|---|
| Body Cab Type | Regular |
| Body Class | Pickup |
| Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
| DisplacementCC | 5751.859464 |
| DisplacementCI | 351 |
| DisplacementL | 5.8 |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Engine Configuration | V-Shaped |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 |
| EngineHP | 210 |
| EngineKW | 156.5970 |
| Engine Manufacturer | Ford |
| Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
| Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
| GVWR | Class 2G: 8,001 - 9,000 lb (3,629 - 4,082 kg) |
| Make | FORD |
| MakeID | 460 |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY, USA |
| Manufacturer Id | 976 |
| Model | F-250 |
| ModelID | 1805 |
| Model Year | 1988 |
| NCSA Body Type | Light Pickup |
| NCSA Make | Ford |
| NCSA Model | F-Series pickup |
| Other Engine Info | Fuel Injection Type: Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Plant City | ST. PAUL |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Plant State | MINNESOTA |
| Seat Belts All | Manual |
| VIN | 1FTHF25H2JPA75335 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
| Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
|---|
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 20060908 |
1988 ford f-250's engine compartment caught on fire. *ts while driving the consumer noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The consumer pulled the vehicle onto the shoulder. That's when the consumer noticed that the vehicle was on fire. The consumer attempted to put the fire out but was not successful. *nm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20050126 |
The consumer states the wires from the bulk head were stripped and beginning to fuse together. As a result the vehicle would try to start although the engine wasn't running. When the turn signal were used both taillights flashed but when the brake was applied the light would not illuminate. *nm
| No | No | N | None | None | 20041011 |
While driving,the consumer heard a loud noise coming from the rear, the consumer was able to pull over. The consumer noticed that the fuel tank exploded. No injuries. The consumer was able to transfer the fuel to the second tank and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the fuel tank needed replacement. Please fill in additional information. *jb the vehicles engine died as a result of the explosion. The consumer switched tanks and was able to drive to an independent garage. The garage removed the gas tank. Tank was three times the normal size. When tank exploded it bent the vross member in front of the tank causing the bed of the truck to now be bowed where the tank was. *tc
| No | No | N | None | None | 20030413 |
It took numerous tries to get the vehicle to start. *jb
| No | No | N | None | None | 20001110 |
Pe 00 040/tire tread separation/tire failure: left front tire was flat while traveling at 45 mph, on a 1988, ford, f250 with after market equipment, tire size lt235/85r16, dot# unvailable. Noticed multiple hair line cracks where tread met tire. Firestone notified. Please feel free to provide rovide any further details on this matter. *ak
| No | Fire | N | None | None | 20000929 |
While driving, consumer noticed the spare tire on fire, the tire was mounted underneath the bed against the tailpipe. (ohio traffic crash report) *slc
| No | No | N | None | None | 20000314 |
Brake caliper mount is spreading on both sides of the vehicle. There's is a banging and squealing noise, and is very hard to stop vehicle. Consumer will call the manufacturer to get answers to why it's happening. *ak
| No | No | N | None | None | 19991207 |
Dual fuel tanks switching module failed, causing fuel to spew from rear tank---as per report on 1990 to 1993 models. *ak
| Crash | No | N | None | None | 19990630 |
When brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in a collision. *ak
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
| VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1FTHF26M2JPB47498 | 1988 | F-250 | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 2FTHF26H8JCB07947 | 1988 | F-250 | OAKVILLE ONTARIO, CANADA |
| 1FTHF26H0JPA72660 | 1988 | F-250 | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHX26G0JKG83790 | 1988 | F-250 | KANSAS CITY MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF25H2JPA75335 | 1988 | F-250 | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF26H1JNB50584 | 1988 | F-250 | NORFOLK VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 2FTHF26G4JCA77062 | 1988 | F-250 | OAKVILLE ONTARIO, CANADA |
| 1FTHX26M9JKA33919 | 1988 | F-250 | KANSAS CITY MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHX25MXJKA19733 | 1988 | F-250 | KANSAS CITY MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF26G7JNB17726 | 1988 | F-250 | NORFOLK VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF25G6JPB41201 | 1988 | F-250 | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF26M3JNA79207 | 1988 | F-250 | NORFOLK VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF25H8JNB36876 | 1988 | F-250 | NORFOLK VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES (USA) |
| 1FTHF25M7JPB77176 | 1988 | F-250 | ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES (USA) |