1995 Ford F-150 — 7 Open Recalls & Full Specs

The 1995 Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup from United States. Below are the specifications, open safety recalls and NHTSA data available for this specific model year. Decode a 1995 F-150 VIN to see the exact trim, engine and equipment for one particular vehicle.

Value calculator

Move the slider: the estimate applies the observed one-year depreciation rate for this model line (20%/year) to the value you enter. It updates instantly, right here.

Estimated value
$0

Buy window: across this model line, the yearly price drop visibly flattens around 11 years of age — the observed point where each extra year of ownership costs the least in depreciation.

Source: Craigslist U.S. used listings (2020-2021 snapshot) + Car Features & MSRP dataset. Asking prices run above negotiated sale prices, and the snapshot was taken in 2020–2021 — pair the estimate with live listings for your area before pricing a car.

Overview

The Ford F-150 is America's best-selling vehicle for decades, offering a wide range of engines, capable towing and an aluminum body.

Specifications at a glance

Basic build info
Model year1995
MakeFord
ModelF-150
BodyFull-Size Pickup
Country of originUnited States
Available engines (model line)
Engine3.3L V6
Engine2.7L EcoBoost V6
Engine3.5L EcoBoost V6
Engine5.0L V8
Engine3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid

Model-year-exact trim, engine and equipment vary by VIN. Decode the specific VIN above to confirm.

NHTSA safety ratings

—
Overall
—
Frontal
—
Side
—
Rollover

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Real-world pricing & specs — 1995 Ford F-150

Used-market medians (U.S. listings)

U.S. used-market listings for the 1995 F-150 (Craigslist, 2020–2021 snapshot) cluster around a median asking price of $3,995 at roughly 161,018 miles, based on 27 listings. Asking prices run above negotiated sale prices, and values have moved since the snapshot — pair with live listings for your area.

Used median price
$3,995
Median mileage
161,018
Sample: 27 listings

Median of real U.S. Craigslist asking prices for this model year; asking prices skew above negotiated sale prices. Snapshot taken 2020-2021.

NHTSA safety recalls — 1995 Ford F-150

7
open recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this year/make/model. Repairs are free at any authorized Ford dealer (within 10 years of first sale). See all recalls →

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Campaign: 09E012000 · Filed: 07/04/2009

Defect description: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Corrective action: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Campaign: 06E026000 · Filed: 23/03/2006

Defect description: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Corrective action: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Campaign: 05V388000 · Filed: 07/09/2005

Defect description: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Consequence: A FIRE AT THE SWITCH COULD OCCUR.

Corrective action: BY LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 12, 2005, OWNERS WERE INSTRUCTED TO RETURN THEIR VEHICLES TO THEIR DEALERS TO HAVE THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH DISCONNECTED. OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND ADVISED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO RECONNECT THE SPEED CONTROL BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS WHO DID NOT HAVE THEIR SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATED ARE BEING NOTIFIED TO HAVE THEIR SYSTEM REMEDIED BEGINNING IN FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS ARE URGED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES OF THE FREE DISCONNECT SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANT RISK OF FIRE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 06V286)

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Campaign: 09E025000 · Filed: 11/05/2009

Defect description: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Corrective action: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Campaign: 06E049000 · Filed: 24/05/2006

Defect description: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Corrective action: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

See all 7 recalls →

Source: NHTSA Recalls API. Snapshot last checked: October 19, 2026. Recall status changes — verify by VIN for any vehicle you own or plan to buy.

Common problems to check on this generation

  • EcoBoost cam-phaser rattle
  • 10-speed transmission harsh shifts
  • Early-model turbo condensation

Applies to the model line as a whole; the 1995 model year may have specific TSBs, always verify by VIN.

Owner-reported problems — 1995 F-150

721
owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this year/make/model. Complaints are self-reported by owners and are separate from formal recalls.

Most-reported problem areas:

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC — 140 reports
  • POWER TRAIN — 67 reports
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL — 65 reports

SUSPENSION — 12/31/2003

1995 FORD F-250 FRONT AXLE PIVOT BRACKETS SEPARATED FROM FRAME CROSS-MEMBER AND CRACKED.

POWER TRAIN — 12/29/1999

HARD TO SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND OR TO ENGAGE INTO 1ST FROM NEUTRAL. *AK

TIRES — 12/28/2000

WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY RAIN THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WENT FLAT DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION (FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT P265/75R15 1125 M/S). NLM

Source: NHTSA Complaints database. To file a complaint, use nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Check-engine light on your 1995 F-150?

Every 1996-and-newer vehicle uses the OBD-II standard. Look up any stored code, then search 2,000+ codes — to see what it means and how urgent it is.

OBD-II code lookup →

Have a question about the 1995 F-150?

Ask a specific question about this year and model. Our editors review every submission and publish answers with sources on this page — typical response time is 2-5 business days.

Submissions are moderated. We never publish your email. See our privacy policy.

Related guides for 1995 Ford F-150 owners & buyers

Frequently asked questions

What are the 1995 Ford F-150 specs?

The 1995 F-150 is a Full-Size Pickup. Decode a specific VIN above for the exact trim, engine, transmission and factory options for one particular vehicle.

Are there recalls on the 1995 F-150?

Yes — 7 recalls on record. Repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

Is the 1995 Ford F-150 reliable?

A capable, widely supported truck; reliability varies by engine and model year.

How do I check this specific 1995 F-150?

Enter the VIN above to see the factory-decoded specifications and open recalls. Combine with a free vehicle history check and a pre-purchase inspection.

How much is a 1995 Ford F-150 worth?

Values vary by trim, mileage, condition and region. Check Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds and NADA/J.D. Power for a range, see our guide comparing them — and pair with 5–10 local listings for your exact year and mileage.

What common problems should I watch for on a 1995 F-150?

Segment-wide issues like brake and suspension wear are the norm at this age; model-specific issues vary by generation. Review the "common problems" section above, check NHTSA complaints and TSBs for the specific year, and get an independent inspection focused on those areas.

Sources on this page: NHTSA vPIC (specifications), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA NCAP (safety), EPA FuelEconomy.gov (MPG), NHTSA Complaints, SAE J2012 (OBD-II standard). VinSpecs is an independent service, not affiliated with Ford or any government agency.