1998 Ford F-350 SD Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Ford F-350 SD recalls

Most common 1998 Ford F-350 SD problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	3
Power Train	1

What owners report

2009-12-01, Vehicle Speed Control
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 FORD F-350. TEN MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNKNOWN. THREE DAYS AFTER THE FIRE OCCURRED THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE CRUISE CONTROL WHICH STATED THAT A FIRE COULD OCCUR. THE CONTACT WANTS THE MANUFACTURER TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 220,000.

2008-01-28, Vehicle Speed Control
RECALL. *CN

2003-04-07, Power Train
WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH THE VEHICLE'S LEFT REAR AXLE CAME OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. *NLM

1998 Ford F-350 SD questions

Does the 1998 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Ford F-350 SD: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford F-350 SD?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (3), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Ford F-350 SD 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.