Ford F-Series eighth generation

Ford F-Series eighth generation
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The eighth generation of the Ford F-Series is a line of pickup trucks and light- to medium-duty commercial trucks produced by Ford from 1987 to 1991. While the previous generation cab and chassis were carried over with minor changes to the vent windows, interior trim mounting locations, and floor pan shape on the transmission hump, the 1987 model was more streamlined, and maintenance items were made simpler. The exterior was facelifted with new composite headlamps โ€“ the first American truck to have them โ€“ as part of a more aerodynamic front end. Inside, the interior was given a complete redesign. Rear anti-lock brakes were now standard, the first pickup truck to boast this. For the first time, all models were produced with straight-sided Styleside beds; the Flareside bed was discontinued except for a small number of early 1987 models using leftover 1986 beds with new circular fenders. In October 1989, the taillights' white reverse light was decreased in size.

Technical data
ManufacturerFord
ProductionFrom 1987

Generations

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Ford F-Series eighth generation in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.