Does the 1996 Ford F-150 have any recalls?

The 1996 Ford F-150 has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:headlights.

How many complaints have been filed for the 1996 Ford F-150?

383 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Ford F-150.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1996 Ford F-150?

There are 121 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 1996 Ford F-150.

1996 Ford F-150 Service and Repair Manual

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The 1996 Ford F-150 service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

Special Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
Special Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
XLT Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
XL Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
Eddie Bauer Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
XLT Extended Cab Pickup 2-Door
XL Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Eddie Bauer Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

5.8L 5753CC 351Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
5.0L 302Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
4.9L 4917CC 300Cu. In. l6 BI-FUEL OHV Naturally Aspirated
4.9L 4917CC 300Cu. In. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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1996 Ford F-150 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #09E02500011/05/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HE

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAM

NHTSA #05V38800007/09/2005Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Consequence

A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THE

NHTSA #09E01200007/04/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HE

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAM

TSB #10008580

LAMP-BRAKE-INVADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK. *MJ

TSB #10008552

REAR LEAF SPRING NOISE. *TT

TSB #10004836

AFTERMARKET WIRING ALTERATIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT

TSB #10003748

NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER - SERVICE TIPS. 2003 ESCORT AND SUPER DUTY F SERIES INCLUDED. *TT

TSB #10002767

VEHICLES WITHOUT THE COOLANT LOCK-OFF MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT

TSB #10002766

COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG). ROUGH IDLE OR NO START WHEN COLD. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CNG BI-FUEL ENGINE ONLY. *TT

TSB #636076

SOME BI-FUEL CANG AND LPG VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION. *TT

TSB #630515

ENGINE OIL SYSTEM PRIMING PROCEDURES, SERVICE TIPS FOR REPORTS OF PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 121 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19970415Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERYCrash reportedFire reported2 injured

GOING 35MPH A FRONTAL COLLISION OCCURRED WHERE ON IMPACT A FIRE CAME FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE HOOD, CAUSING TOTAL DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. AFTERWARDS, SAW FUEL COMING OUT OF ONE OF IT

19980827Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported2 injured

WHILE LEAVING THE PARKING LOT WIFE HIT A POLE DEAD CENTER AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

20021107Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCrash reported1 injured1 fatalities

MY DAUGHTER PLACED THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK. SHE GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK WHICH WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE AND WALKED BEHIND THE SMALL TRAILER SHE WAS PULLING TO CLOSE A GATE. TH

20140404Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD F150. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING, CRASHING INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID DEPLOY. HOWEVER,

Showing the 4 most serious of 383 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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