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1995 Ford Cargo

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Cargo.

The 1995 Ford Cargo stands as a notably clean record in its model history, recording zero recalls and just two owner complaints during this model year, with Vehicle Speed Control identified as the primary concern area; while this complaint count represents the highest point within its 19901996 production span—edging marginally above the single complaint logged in 1990—the absolute numbers remain exceptionally low, suggesting that even at its least reliable iteration within this range, the Cargo maintained a level of dependability that would prove valuable for commercial operators prioritizing uptime over ancillary refinements.

Model year19971996199519941990

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length174.8 in
Overall width71.7 in
Overall height73.2 in
Wheelbase118.9 in
Curb weight3439 lb
Track (front / rear)61.4 / 59.8 in

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 Ford Cargo sits in a generation with consistently minimal federal complaints — never exceeding two per model year — and zero recalls or investigations across the 19901996 span. Technical Service Bulletins peaked at 28 in 1994, eased to 26 in 1995, and dropped further to 18 in 1996, suggesting the 1995 model year captures the tail end of a heightened service-communication period rather than a new problem surge. The two complaints recorded for 1995 split between Vehicle Speed Control and Structure, though the data does not specify root causes, and no crash or fire complaints were logged. Compared to 1994, the 1995 shows a modest TSB decline with a slight complaint uptick; compared to 1996, it carries more service bulletins but identical complaint volume. Overall, the federal record indicates a stable, low-risk profile with no systemic safety flags. This is a good year to buy if you accept that elevated TSB counts reflect manufacturer diligence rather than defect severity.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
26
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Vehicle Speed Control1
Structure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 26 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
021692002-08-19SuspensionSUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE DEVELOPED FOR DIAGNOSING AND…
992051999-10-04SuspensionSUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE LEAN CORRECTION PROCEDURE. *TT
991961999-09-20EquipmentINFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE…
982461998-12-07Electrical SystemFORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE…
98521998-04-13TiresINFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 1995 Cargo have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.