1986 Ford econoline
1FDEE14N1GHA30456
Vehicle history report for the 1986 Ford econoline (VIN 1FDEE14N1GHA30456). Silver. Title: Clean. 30,000 mi reported. Registered in Ca. 6 open safety recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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What a full report checks for VIN 1FDEE14N1GHA30456
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 6
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INADEQUATELY TESTED WHICH MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO LEAK.
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
NHTSA Campaign #07E064000 · 27/08/2007STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
THE RUBBER THAT ENCASES BALL STUD AND SOCKET JOINT (CONNECTS STEERING DRAG LINK AND PITMAN ARM) MAY DETERIORATE, CAUSING METAL TO METAL CONTACT, AND MAY EVENTUALLY RESULT IN COMPLETE SEPARATION. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: COMPLETE SEPARATION OF THE DRAG LINK TO PITMAN ARM CONNECTION RESULTS…
Remedy: INSTALL NEW DRAG LINK ASSEMBLIES WITH STEEL BALL AND SOCKET JOINTS AT THE PITMAN ARM CONNECTIONS.
NHTSA Campaign #86V094000 · 15/07/1986ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO EXCESSIVE UNDERHOOD TEMPERATURES AND FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURES IN SEVERE DUTY APPLICATIONS.
Remedy: INSTALL MODIFICATION KITS TO MINIMIZE POSSIBILITY OF FUEL EXPULSION AND TO SHIELD UNDERBODY COMPONENTS FROM EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT.
NHTSA Campaign #87V144000 · 09/09/1987FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.
Remedy: INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.
NHTSA Campaign #87V139000 · 04/09/1987ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
EXPULSION OF FUEL DUE TO OVERPRESSURIZATION.
Remedy: MODIFICATION OF THE BASE FUEL VENTING AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM TO REDUCE OPERATING TEMPERATURES AND FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURES.
NHTSA Campaign #87V113000 · 21/07/1987FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
FUEL LEAK AT THE TOP OF THE FRONT FUEL TANK IN THE AREA OF THE VAPOR VALVE GROMMET. GROMMET MAY SPLIT DUE TO COMPRESSIVE LOAD WHEN INSTALLED IN THE FUEL TANK.
Remedy: INSTALLATION OF A NEWLY DESIGNED VAPOR VALVE GROMMET.
NHTSA Campaign #87V111000 · 16/07/1987We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Ford econoline, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🔥 4 involved a fire
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 8
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1986 Ford econoline.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
WHILE DRIVER WAS CHECKING OIL, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND THE GAS STATION ATTENDANT GOT THE FIRE OUT (OHIO POLICE REPORT 310-90-116)). *YD
Fire · NHTSA ODI #565793TIRES
TIRES WERE PURCHSASED AS REPLACEMENTS FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. (DOT NUMBER: VN11 83A 0 TIRESIZE: LT245/75R1)
NHTSA ODI #732812ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IGNITION SWITCH FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE FIRE.
Fire · NHTSA ODI #534648ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WHILE DRIVING TRUCK SHUT DOWN. TRUCK STARTED SMOKING FROM DASH, SHOWING REDNESS UNDERNEATH CONSOLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK
Fire · NHTSA ODI #984105FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL INJECTION REGULATOR FAILED. *SD
NHTSA ODI #501936SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BRAKES FAILED 2 TIMES PRIOR TO RECALL ( 86V174). *SD
NHTSA ODI #487381POWER TRAIN
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. TT
Crash · NHTSA ODI #968910FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
AUXILIARY TANK SELECTOR SWITCH FAILED, RESULTING IN A FIRE, ALSO FOREIGN MATTER IN FUEL TANK CAUSED ENGINE TO MISS. *AK
Fire · NHTSA ODI #476395
