Most common 1995 Ford E-250 problems
Share of the 15 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford E-250 complaints by model year
Best E-250 years: 2009, 2007, 2008. Years to avoid: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003. Compare all years →
1995 Ford E-250 recalls (3)
Vehicle speed control
Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 f-250 sd through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 e-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 Mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 f53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair…
Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 Mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 Lincoln town car vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle speed control
On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch May overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners May contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (note: also see recalls 05V017 and 05V388)
What 1995 Ford E-250 owners say
Brakes
Double brake (fluid) line failure back-to-back, almost simultaneously, resulting in no brakes at all. Vehicle is older, failure due to brake line rust out. (this is the third older vehicle experiencing this failure within the same age/mileage range, all within the last four years. I am suspecting accelerated oxidation due to "super-salt" used in highway de-icing in recent years.)
ABS warning light illuminates, indicating a malfunction within the system. When applying ABS brakes on wet or dry pavement in emergency stopping, wheels lock up, causing the vehicle to skid in different directions. Please give any further details. The vehicle computer code indicating failure was cleared.
1995 Ford E-250 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 16 / 13 |
| 4.9L 6-cyl | 3-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 13 / 12 |
| 5.8L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 15 / 12 |
EPA ratings. Class: Van.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Ford E-250 a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 E-250 rates average: 1.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the E-250 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Ford E-250?
The brakes — 6 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year, most often about foundation components. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford E-250 have?
There are 3 recalls for the 1995 Ford E-250, the most recent from October 13, 2009 (vehicle speed control). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford E-250?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2009, 2007 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003. See the full Ford E-250 years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Ford E-250 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 115,000 miles; 33% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.