VIN REPORT

1FDEE14N1SHB219461995 FORD E-150

9of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
3
3 campaigns found
Safety Grade
C
75/100 composite
Complaints
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
31 yrs
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

1995 FORD E-150 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 3 open recalls on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

1995 FORD E-150

1995 FORD E-150 was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 3 open recalls on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase.

  • 3 open recalls — verify these have been repaired before purchase
9
of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
1 Contributing Risk Factor
3 model-wide recalls on record
+9
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
FORD
Model
E-150
Year
1995
Trim / Series
Econoline
Body Style
Cargo Van
Vehicle Type
INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
8-cyl 5L 195 hp
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly
LORAIN, OHIO, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

Plant: LORAIN, OHIO

CQuality55/100
Standard📍 LORAIN, OHIO

No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

C
Score: 75/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety25/30
Complaint History30/30
15/100Low

✓ No high-risk recall components found

0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Recalls3

NHTSA Safety Recalls

3 RECALLS
3found

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 3 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 3 recalls is ~64%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

64%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

FORD Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
89%Good

FORD completes recalls at a good rate (89%), averaging about 18 months to remedy. Most affected vehicles are fixed.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~18 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
18mo
#09V399000
Invalid Date

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

SummaryFORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
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ConsequenceA VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#08V051000
Apr 2008

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

SummaryFORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO, F-SERIES, MY 1995-1997 F-SERIES SUPER DUTY STRIPPED CHASSIS, MY 1992-1998 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS, AND MY 1992-1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED USING A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE VEHICLE CIRCUIT POLARITY.
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ConsequenceAS A RESULT, THE FUSE IS LOCATED IN THE OUTPUT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN IN THE INTENDED INPUT POWER FEED CIRCUIT, AND MAY NOT OFFER THE INTENDED PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT TO GROUND.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#06V286000
Jan 2006

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

SummaryON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
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ConsequenceOVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Est. Repair Completion~64%

~36% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

LONG-STANDING OPEN
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
20.6yr open
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
18.3yr open

⚠ One or more recalls have been open for over 5 years — may never have been repaired on this vehicle.

01/08/2006
3 total campaigns
2
Part Replacements
0
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
2 recalls are over 2 years old — statistically less likely to have been completed. Verify repair status with any dealer using your VIN.
Complaints
Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$33,114
~$552/mo over 5 yrs
$0.1/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$9,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$5,114

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $33,114 (~$552/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

3 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$1,500
2 recalls over 2 years old — likely uncompleted−$800
Total recommended deduction−$2,300

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 1995 FORD E-150 — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Verify recall VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL has been repaired
Recall on record for: FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F
HIGH
Verify recall VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL has been repaired
Recall on record for: FORD IS RECALLING 225,000 MY 1992-2003 ECONOLINE, MY 1993-1995 TAURUS SHO, MY 1992-1998 CROWN VICTORIA, MY 1993 BRONCO,
HIGH
Verify recall VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL has been repaired
Recall on record for: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MA
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

5%
18-month
10%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 10%

5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

Public sale records from Copart, IAAI, and auction aggregators

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,270–$1,620/yr
~$106–$135/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
31-year-old vehicle: −28% (lower ACV reduces comprehensive/collision cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

FORD has been fined $17M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Failure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data.

2015$17MFailure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1FDEE14N1SHB21946
Model Year1995
MakeFORD
ModelE-150
SeriesEconoline
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE

Body & Configuration

Body StyleCargo Van
Drive Type4x2
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders8
Displacement (L)5
Horsepower195

Manufacturer

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly CityLORAIN
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1FD
Check Digit (Char 9)1
Model Year Code (Char 10)S
Plant Code (Char 11)H
Sequence (Chars 12–17)B21946

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count3
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
F
2
D
3
E
4
E
5
1
6
4
7
N
8
1
9
S
10
H
11
B
12
2
13
1
14
9
15
4
16
6
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
F
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
D
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
EE14N
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
1
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
S
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
H
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
B21946
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"S" → 1995
Could also be 2025
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/1/2026, 4:00:57 PM.