1998 Ford L8501 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1998 Ford L8501 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your L8501?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Ford L8501 recalls

Wheels:Rim

Recall 98V120011Dec 7, 199811 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Ford L8501 problems

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

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

2002-01-29, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
BRAKES FEEL "SPONGY" OR "SOFT" WHEN PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY BRAKING SITUATION. DEALERSHIP HAS NOT EXAMINED VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM. *AK *JB

1998 Ford L8501 questions

Does the 1998 Ford L8501 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Ford L8501: Wheels:Rim. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford L8501?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Ford L8501 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.

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