1989 Ford F250
US · Pickup · Standard Pickup Trucks
The 1989 Ford F250 is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 4.9 L to 5.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 10 mpg (23.5 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 4.9L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.0L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.0L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.0L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 2WD · 5.8L · RWD · 3-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- F250 Pickup 4WD · 5.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
96V071000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Reported April 25, 1996. View on NHTSA
92V026000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS
A REVISED BRAKE LINING NOISE INSULATOR RESULTED IN A DECREASE IN THE THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN THE BRAKE LINING AND THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER PISTON. THIS CAUSED GREATER HEAT TRANSFER TO THE CALIPER PISTONS WITH THE POTENTIAL TO OVERHEAT THE BRAKE FLUID AND DIMINISH BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS DURING SEVERE BRAKING CONDITIONS.
Remedy: ADD SNAP-IN INSULATORS THAT ATTACH TO EACH OF THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER PISTONS. IN ADDITION, VEHICLES WITH 7.5 L ENGINES WILL HAVE INSULATION ADDED TO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BRAKE LINES.
Reported March 3, 1992. View on NHTSA
91V146000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK:SELECTOR DEVICES
THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE MAY MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE AN OVERFILL CONDITION IN ONE OF THE FUEL TANKS, RESULTING IN AN OVERFLOW OF FUEL PAST THE FILLER CAP.
Remedy: REPLACE THE DUAL FUEL TANK SELECTOR VALVE.
Reported September 4, 1991. View on NHTSA
90V101000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE SNAP RING THAT LOCATES THE PARK GEAR ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT OF THE TRANSMISSION MAY FRACTURE.
Remedy: INSTALL IMPROVED SNAP RING AND REVISED TRANSMISSION EXTENSION HOUSING.
Reported June 1, 1990. View on NHTSA
89V114000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
SHIELDS ON THE FRONTS OF THE MIDSHIP MOUNTED FUEL TANKS WERE OMITTED DURING ASSEMBLY.
Remedy: INSTALL FUEL TANK SHIELDS.
Reported July 14, 1989. View on NHTSA
88V182000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
FUEL RESERVOIR SHIELDS, THAT PROTECT THE RESERVOIR FROM CONTACT BY THE TRANSFER CASE IN CERTAIN FRONTAL IMPACTS, WERE NOT INSTALLED.
Remedy: INSTALL FUEL RESERVOIR PROTECTIVE SHIELDS.
Reported November 18, 1988. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1989 Ford F250 have?
Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.8L 8-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1989 Ford F250?
Combined fuel economy is 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1989 Ford F250 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1989 Ford F250?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.