1998 Ford F-450 SD Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1998 Ford F-450 SD recalls

Most common 1998 Ford F-450 SD problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine And Engine Cooling	1

What owners report

2007-12-06, Engine And Engine Cooling
1998(AND OTHERS) FORD E-SUPERDUTY V-10 TRITON MOTOR(ESPECIALLY USED IN R.V.'S) WILL BLOW-OUT IT'S 4TH OR 5TH SPARK PLUG, UNDER PRESSURE FROM SLIGHT INCLINES OR HILLS, DUT TO THE MANFACTURER USING ALUMINUM HEADS MATED TO A CAST IRON BLOCK. IN SOME CASES, THE BLOWN PLUG WILL TEAR INTO THE FUEL LINE ALONGSIDE, CAUSING THE RAW FUEL TO IGNITE. FORD DENIES THIS PROBLEM, BUT HAS A FIX FOR $3,000 PER HEAD($6,000) FOR BOTH HEADS TO REPAIR. *TR

1998 Ford F-450 SD questions

Does the 1998 Ford F-450 SD have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1998 Ford F-450 SD: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford F-450 SD?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Ford F-450 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.