CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Ford F-150 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,381 complaints with NHTSA, including 83 crashes, 91 fires, 53 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (188 reports).
1998 Ford F-150 recalls
Most common 1998 Ford F-150 problems
Problem areas named in the 1,381 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 188 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 184 |
| Tires | 163 |
| Structure | 143 |
| Suspension | 137 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 122 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 120 |
| Steering | 99 |
| Electrical System | 91 |
| Power Train | 88 |
What owners report
1998 Ford F150 S/N 1FTRX18L7WNB03063 Mechanic said the frame is rusting badly. Suggested I not pull a heavy trailer or haul heavy loads in the bed.
Unknown
My driver's side seat belt does not work at all for the past 6-8 months its been stuck and locked and it doesn't release the belt at all so I been driving without a seat belt for awhile now it needs to be repaired and as for the other issues unknown like bank-1 & bank-2 not working properly also evap-leaks and sensors not working
I have multiple issues that hit all around same time. Body rusted and water leaks getting the bcm wet which causes the truck to go haywire, lights flashing, doors locking and unlocking, radio stays on, caused multiple things to stop working, fuel tank leaks when filling it up where the fuel tank fill hose rusted into the tank, causing multiple vacuum leaks and horrible running conditions and truck dies if not holding clutch, gas and brake at light. Rear trailer wiring plug when it's connected causes multiple lights to stay on even though vehicle not running and everything off. Also melted all wires on 2 trailers causing shorted out lights, replaced clutch 2 times since purchase on 3rd clut
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1998 FORD F-150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING AND INSIDE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, THE INSULATION ON THE ROOF MELTED CAUSING A FIRE. THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED THIRD DEGREE BURNS ON THE HEAD. A POLICE REPORT WAS MADE FILED. FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND CAME OUT TO EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS CONTACTED AND TOOK THE CONTACT TO THE HOSPITAL WHERE HE STAYED HOSPITALIZED FROM APRIL 4 2020 TO MAY 8 2020 FOR HIS BURNS. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED A LOSS. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 150,000. THE VIN WA
1998 Ford F-150 questions
Does the 1998 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1998 Ford F-150: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting; Vehicle Speed Control; Equipment:Other:Labels; Exterior Lighting; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford F-150?
Based on 1,381 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (188), Engine And Engine Cooling (184), Tires (163).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Ford F-150 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.