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1996 Ford Econoline: Quick Overview

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1996 Ford Econoline Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1996
Make Ford
Model Econoline
Trim -
Style 4-Speed
Type Van
Category Cargo Van
Manufacturing Details
Made In United States
Manufacturing City LORAIN
Dimensions
Doors -
Curb Weight 4677 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 6000 pounds
Overall Height 80.70 inches
Overall Length 211.80 inches
Overall Width 79.30 inches
Wheelbase Length 138.00 inches
Standard Seating 2
Engine & Performance
Engine 5.8L V8
Engine Size 5.8L
Engine Cylinders 8
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 4-Speed
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System 2-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Recirculating
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $17,640
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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1996 Ford Econoline Prices and Market Value

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1996 Ford Econoline Cost of Ownership

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1996 Ford Econoline Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 35.00 gallons
City Mileage 14 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage 15 miles/gallon

1996 Ford Econoline Safety Rating

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Overall Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Side Overall Star Rating Not Tested
Overall Rollover Star Rating Not Tested
Combined Front Seat Rating Not Tested
Combined Rear Seat Rating Not Tested
Overall Frontal Star Rating Not Tested
Frontal Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Side Barrier Star Ratings Not Tested
Rollover Resistance Star Rating Not Tested

1996 Ford Econoline Recalls & Defects

Parking Brake:conventional
Recall date 1996-10-28
Recall no. 96v214000
Source NHTSA
Summary THE Parking Brake Systems MAY NOT Hold THE Vehicles ON A 20% Grade With Foot Pedal Efforts OF 125 Pounds or Less. This Does NOT Meet THE Requirements OF Fmvss NO. 105, "hydraulic Brake Systems."
Consequence THE Vehicle MAY Roll After Being Parked Increasing THE Risk OF A Vehicle Accident.
Remedy Dealers Will Adjust THE Parking Brake System ON THE Affected Vehicles.
Notes Owner Notification:owner Notification Will Begin November 27, 1996. Note:owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Ford AT 1-800-392-3673.also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicle Speed Control
Recall date 2006-08-01
Recall no. 06v286000
Source NHTSA
Summary ON Certain Trucks Equipped With Speed Control, Gasoline or Natural GAS Engines, THE Speed Control Deactivation Switch MAY Overheat.
Consequence Overheating Could Result IN Smoke or Burn and AN Underhood Fire.
Remedy Dealers Will Install A Fused Wiring Harness Into THE Speed Control System Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON August 7, 2006. Owners MAY Contact Ford AT 1-866-436-7332. (Note: Also SEE Recalls 05v017 and 05v388)
Notes Ford Recall NO. 05s28.customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control
Recall date 2008-02-04
Recall no. 08v051000
Source NHTSA
Summary Ford 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.
Consequence AS 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.
Remedy Dealers Will Install A NEW Wiring Harness, or Replace THE Mating Electrical Component. THE Recall Began ON February 18, 2008. Owners MAY Contact Ford AT 1-800-392-3673.
Notes Ford Recall NO. 08s01.customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date 2009-05-11
Recall no. 09e025000
Source NHTSA
Summary 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.
Remedy 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.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Dope, Inc.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen. Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Exterior Lighting
Recall date 2009-04-07
Recall no. 09e012000
Source NHTSA
Summary 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.
Remedy 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.
Notes This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Sabersport.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen.owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

1996 Ford Econoline Warranty

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Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired
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Original warranty 0 months / No data
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Original warranty 0 months / No data
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1996 Ford Econoline Insurance

Insurance for a 1996 Ford Econoline is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Van with strong safety ratings and
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