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Ford Econoline
Model Overview
The Econoline is Ford's long-lived full-size van model. Econoline's name dates back to the 1960s, but the modern version shares more -- in concept, anyway -- with the second-generation version of the '70s, the first based on the F-series pickup. This is a true work truck, with a bare-bones interior, powerful engines and generous towing and payload figures. Ford sold the Econoline for several years alongside the more modern, European-designed Transit.
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Owner Scores
Comfort
6
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
6
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
6
Reliability
10
Owner Reviews
adawood
Reliable Cargo Transporter
October 16, 2012
Overall Score
This was a very reliable vehicle for lugging cargo around town. The fuel consumption was very high for a cargo van, but the engine was powerful and did not feel bogged down when cargo was at capacity. There was quite a bit of wind noise when travelling on the highway with this van, but it still felt sturdy and you did not feel like it would blow over. Visibility and size/placement of mirrors gave good coverage when driving this van. The radiator & gas pump were replaced once, aside from that regular maintenance kept the van running well. This van was driven pretty hard and was constantly full of cargo but was always reliable .
Comfort
6
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
6
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
6
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2019-283
Recall date
2019-06-11
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
19S20
Units Affected:
445
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a problem in the transmission could cause a loss of power to the drive wheels. Note: This problem affects vehicles equipped with a 5R110W transmission and 5.4 L engine.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the drive wheels could increase the risk of a crash. For an ambulance, a loss of power could also cause a delay in patient care.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to replace the defective transmission parts.
Recall number
2000-301
Recall date
2000-12-29
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
00S32
Units Affected:
1
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 210.1 - Tether Anchorages for Child Restraints. The vehicle was built without a child tether anchor bracket in the centre position of the second row seat. Also, the Owner Guide for the vehicle did not address the child seat tether anchor in this second row seat position. Correction: Tether anchorage was installed at the centre second row seating position and the Owner Manual was replaced with a new version providing the required written instructions.
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