Most common 1995 Ford F800 problems
Share of the 2 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F800 complaints by model year
Best F800 years: 1995. Compare all years →
1995 Ford F800 recalls (4)
Vehicle speed control
The hand throttle cable can wear the brass swivel block on the governor lever through which it passes.
Remedy: Dealers will install a revised governor lever with a stainless steel swivel. Also letters will be sent to vehicle owners that have the same vehicles but do not have a Ford installed hand throttle advising them that they…
Electrical system › Wiring
A connector in the wiring where the tilt hood mounted lamps attach to the vehicle wiring harness was built without sealing plugs. Moisture, road salt or other contaminants can enter the connection resulting in crossed circuits, shorts or corrosion of the wiring of the connector.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connector and install sealing plugs in the open cavities. If the inspection reveals corrosion, a new connector will be installed.
Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection
The drag link installed can contact the front axle I-beam under certain extreme conditions. This drag link was not intended to be installed on "low profile" vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will install the correct drag link on the vehicles.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
The vehicles were manufactured without separate ABS indicator lamps. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
Remedy: Dealers will install ABS indicator lamp and circuitry.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Ford F800 a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 F800 rates average: 47% fewer complaints than a typical year of the F800 at the same age. It is one of the best F800 years by this measure. 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 F800?
The transmission & drivetrain — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year, most often about axle assembly › axle shaft. Next is the brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1995 Ford F800 have?
There are 4 recalls for the 1995 Ford F800, the most recent from August 2, 1995 (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 F800?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1995. See the full Ford F800 years comparison.
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.