1999 FORD E-250 PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Tire Issues:

  • Firestone Steeltex Radial R4S tires experienced blowouts
    
  • Uneven tread wear on Firestone SteelTex tires
    
  • Tread separation on Firestone SteelTex tires
    
  • Front tires swaying causing steering issues and extreme tire wear
    

• 2. Brake Issues:

  • ABS and brake light stays on despite brakes being in good condition
    
  • Extended stopping distance on wet pavement when brakes are wet/damp
    
  • Corroded rear brake lines causing brake failure
    
  • Brake line failure causing rear brakes to fail
    
  • Front brakes wear out quickly, causing steering issues and hard to control the vehicle when going downhill and using brakes
    
  • Front and rear brakes locking up causing the vehicle to slide through intersections
    

• 3. Engine Issues:

  • Spark plug blew out of the engine
    
  • Spark plug ejection causing damage to the motor
    
  • Head gasket failure causing oil leaks
    

• 4. Other Issues:

  • Failure of all four ball joints
    
  • Throttle stuck wide open after full acceleration
    
  • Transmission failure causing the vehicle to lock up
    
  • Fuel leak from the fuel filler valve during refueling
    
  • Burned-out hi/lo fan switch causing toxic fumes
    
  • Steering issues with loud popping noise and stabilizer bar missing
    
  • Issues with handicap conversion lift, fuel tank leaks, airbag warning light, and electrical fire with melted wires
    
  • Van starting issues after being shut off, sometimes taking days to start