Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1982 LTD.
The 1982 Ford LTD occupies a specific position in the nameplate's documented service history, with longitudinal complaint data tracking its durability from 1990 through 2000 revealing a notably quiet reliability profile. Recorded grievances remained sparse throughout this observation decade, peaking at just three incidents in 1991 before declining to a single complaint by 1993. This pattern indicates the model year generated minimal owner-reported issues as it aged, suggesting consistent mechanical behavior rather than systemic deterioration throughout its second decade on the road.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 209.4 in |
| Overall width | 77.6 in |
| Overall height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb weight | 3576 lb |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE… Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 15, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL AT 248-354-7700.
THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED FROM STEEL WITH MATERIAL THICKNESS BELOW THE MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS FOR POLICE DUTY. THIS COULD LEAD TO CRACKS DEVELOPING IN THE CONTROL ARMS, AND EVENTUALLY, THE… Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL NEW REAR SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT CHARGE.
Showing 1 of 1 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| RC INDEX | 1983-02-01 | Unknown Or Other | UNKNOWN |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.