Most common 1999 Ford Pickup problems
Share of the 11 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Pickup complaints by model year
Best Pickup years: 1998, 2000. Years to avoid: 1997. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 1999 Ford Pickup:
Propane vehicle conversion
The second-stage vehicle manufacturer, during the conversion process, installs the propane fuel tank on the left-outboard side of the vehicle cargo bed in an exposed position.this location appears to be contrary to the nfpa #152 guidelines and Ford's body builder layout book - alternative fuels guidelines.in a side-swipe type of collision, between one of the subject conversions and a 1988 internation truck, the…
What 1999 Ford Pickup owners say
Suspension
The lower ball joints collapsed without warning. As a result the passenger's side tire popped off.
Consumer says while driving at 50mph the vehicle starts to go where it wants, the vehicle is hard to control at this speed. It starts veering into other lanes. Dealer was contacted.
1999 Ford Pickup engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | 2WD | 62 / 54 / 58 MPGe | 50 mi |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 19 / 24 / 21 | — |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 23 / 20 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 16 / 20 / 17 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 18 / 16 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 18 / 16 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 18 / 15 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 13 / 16 / 15 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 13 / 17 / 15 | — |
EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 Ford Pickup a good car?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 Pickup rates average: 1.7× as many complaints as a typical year of the Pickup 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 1999 Ford Pickup?
The suspension — 4 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year, most often about front › control arm. Next are the engine & cooling (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Pickup have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 Ford Pickup. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Pickup?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998 and 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997. See the full Ford Pickup years comparison.
At what mileage do 1999 Ford Pickup problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 56,000 miles; 50% 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.