On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk: A fire at the switch could occur.
Sell your 1995 Ford F-150 for cash
The 1995 Ford F-150 is a pickup truck that came with a choice of 4.9L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl and 5.8L 8-cyl engines. At 31 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
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1995 Ford F-150 at a glance
| Body style | Standard Pickup Trucks |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.9L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.8L 8-cyl |
| Transmissions | Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 11–14 city / 15–18 highway / 12–15 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4,450–$5,600 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 592–741 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 12 configurations: F150 Pickup 2WD, Lightning F150 2WD, F150 Pickup 4WD |
| Age | 31 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
What affects its junk value
- Age: at 31 years old, most of a 1995 F-150's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
- Weight: as a pickup truck, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
- Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
- Recalls: NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1995 F-150. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
- Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the service brakes, hydraulic, typically around 129,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.
1995 Ford F-150 recalls
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 1995 Ford F-150. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
The wire harness for the power lumbar feature on the seat is underneath the front seat cushion support wires. The support wires on the driver seat can contact and damage the insulation harness resulting in a high resistance electrical short through the support wires.
Risk: Consequence of defect: over heating of the support wires could result, and melting, smoke, or possible igntion of the surrounding materials could occur.
Common 1995 F-150 problems
Owners have filed 626 complaints about the 1995 Ford F-150 with NHTSA. 47 reports involved a crash and 114 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 37 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Most-reported components
Typical mileage when problems were reported
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic129,000 mi
- Vehicle Speed Control125,000 mi
- Engine and Engine Cooling117,000 mi
- Fuel System, Gasoline56,000 mi
- Vehicle Speed Control134,000 mi
1995 Ford F-150 service bulletins
Manufacturers have filed 117 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1995 Ford F-150. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Most common bulletin topics
Recent bulletins
Aftermarket wiring alterations - service tip. *tt
New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 1995 Ford F-150.
Engine compartment fires
Ea05-005 is closed with Ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in cert
Selling a 1995 F-150: questions
How much is a 1995 Ford F-150 worth for junk?
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Can I junk a 1995 F-150 that doesn't run?
Yes. We buy 1995 F-150s that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Can I sell a 1995 F-150 with open recalls?
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1995 Ford F-150; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What paperwork do I need to sell my 1995 F-150?
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Before you sell
Sources
- EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
- NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov
Data retrieved October 2026.
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