1998 Ford Pickup problems
The Ford F-Series is a series of light-duty trucks marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company since the 1948 model year. The F-Series is marketed as a range of full-sized pickup trucks positioned above the midsize Ranger but below the larger Super Duty in the Ford truck lineup. Alongside the F-150 (introduced in 1975), the F-Series also includes the Super Duty series (introduced in 1999), which includes the heavier-duty F-250 through F-450 pickups, F-450/F-550 chassis cabs, and F-600/F-650/F-750 Class 6–8 commercial trucks.
History
The F-Series was first introduced in 1948 as a replacement for a previous pickup model line based on car platforms.
The most popular version of the model line is the F-150 pickup truck, currently in its fourteenth generation (introduced for the 2021 model year). From 1953 to 1983, the entry-level F-Series pickup was the 1⁄2 ton F-100. Starting in 1984, the F-150 became the entry-level. The F-150 has a long-running high-performance off-road trim level introduced for 2010, the (SVT) Raptor currently consisting of three generations. Production of the F-150 SVT Raptor ended in 2014 and it was planned to be succeeded by a new F-150 Raptor, which is based on the thirteenth and fourteenth generation F-150.
The F-Series trucks have been developed into a wide range of design configurations. Alongside medium-duty trucks and "Big Job" conventional trucks (the forerunners of the Ford L-series), the model line has been marketed as a chassis-cab truck and a panel van (a predecessor of the Ford E-Series). The F-Series has served as the platform for various full-sized Ford SUVs, including the Ford Bronco, Ford Expedition/Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Excursion. The F-Series has been marketed by its three North American brands: by Mercury as the M-Series (in Canada from 1948 to 1968), and by Lincoln in the 2000s, as the Blackwood and the later Mark LT (2010s for the latter in Mexico only).
Since 1977, the F-Series has remained the best-selling pickup truck line in the United States; it has been the best-selling vehicle overall since 1981. The F-Series has been the best-selling truck in Canada for over fifty years. As of the 2018 model year, the F-Series generated $41 billion (~$49 billion in 2023) in annual revenue for Ford. By January 2022, the F-Series models have sold over 40 million units. Currently, Ford manufactures the F-Series in four facilities in the United States.
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Common 1998 Ford Pickup problems
The 1998 Ford F-150, a popular pickup truck, has been known to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues:
- Automatic Transmission: The automatic transmission in 1994-1995 model F-150s, including the 1998 model, may fall out of alignment if the TR/MLP sensor is faulty. This can cause the engine to flare as you shift the truck into fourth gear. In 1990-1993 models, flare-up issues with the transmission have also been reported when drivers shift the truck between the second and third gears. Ford has attributed this issue to distorted valve plates.
- Ball Joints: The ball joints in 1990-1996 Ford F-150s, including the 1998 model, have been particularly vulnerable to water exposure. If exposed, the ball joints are liable to expire prematurely, requiring replacement.
- Hard Starting: Drivers have reported complaints of hard-starting on 1990-1996 model F-150s, including the 1998 model. Ford has attributed this issue to faulty harness wiring in the power control module, which can cause symptoms such as vehicular stalling, hesitation, and failure to start. On 1995 and 1996 Ford trucks, hard-starting has also been linked to a stuck idle air control valve, which can cause the engine to crank and stall or fail to start altogether.
- Suspension Problems: Owners of 1991 to 1994 Ford trucks, including the 1998 model, have reported problems with the front suspension system. The problem is due to weak leaf springs along the front of the vehicle. To fix the issue, get newer, stronger leaf springs.
These are some of the most common problems reported by owners of the 1998 Ford F-150. It is important to note that not all vehicles will experience these issues, and regular maintenance and servicing can help prevent or mitigate some of these problems.
1998 Ford Pickup car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Pickup problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Suspension problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1998 Ford Pickup vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1998 Ford Pickup complaints
The NHTSA has received 7 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1998 Ford Pickup.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-01
- VIN: 1FTRX17L2WN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WE WERE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE TO FIND OUT THE GAS TANK WAS DRAGGING ON THE HIGHWAY AND GASOLINE WAS POURING OUT IN WHICH WE HAD FOUND OUT THAT THE FORD CO. HAD A DEFECT & A RECALL IN WHICH WE WERE NOT INFORMED BUT WAS TOLD IN RETURN THAT THEY HAD SENT OUT RECALL NOTICES BUT WAS SENT TO AN OLD ADDRESS THEY IN REPLY TOLD US IT WAS NOT COVERED AND ENDED UP PAYING $700.00 OUT OF POCKET FOR THERE SAFETY MISHAP IS THERE ANY LIABILITY FROM THE FORD MOTOR CO SINCE IT IS A ISSUE OF SAFETY PLEASE LET US KNOW IF THERE IS ANY LEGAL RECOURSE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-30
- VIN: 1FTZF1720WN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I WAS TRAVELING SOUTH ON HIGHWAY 21S AT AROUND 9AM ON THE MORNING OF 7/30/08 AND HAD JUST FILLED THE GAS TANK UP ABOUT 10 MILES BACK, TRAVELING AT THE SPEED LIMIT OF 55 MPH IN THE RIGHT LANE WHEN THE FRONT STRAP OF THE GAS TANK BROKE AND THE TANK WAS DRAGGED FOR A SHORT DISTANCE UNTIL I PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND SHUT DOWN THE VEHICLE. THE TANK RECEIVED A SPLIT IN THE FRONT AND PROCEEDED TO LEAK GAS. I IMMEDIATELY PHONED 911 TO REPORT THE INCIDENT. FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED ALONG WITH THE PASSAIC COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. BECAUSE THE FUEL LEAK WAS MORE THAN 5 GALLONS I WAS INFORMED I HAD TO CALL AND WAIT FOR A PRIVATE HAZARDOUS WASTE COMPANY TO ARRIVE AND CLEANUP. AFTER 6 HOURS AND CLEANUP HAD VEHICLE TOWED. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-30
- VIN: 1FTYR10D1WY
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR. ALSO, THERE IS A ROARING NOISE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-05-16
- VIN: 2FTZX18W3WC
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE TORSION BAR ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING. *MJS
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 2FTZX1768WC
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRE WOULD NOT HOLD AIR THE BOTTOM WAS REAL MUSHY WOULD NOT EVEN HOLD A PATCH. *AK( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: P23570R16 )
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-08-01
- VIN: 1FTYR10C8WU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: FRONT ROTORS WORN OUT. YH
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-07-01
- VIN: 1FTZF1724WN
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING ABOUT 40 MPH THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T GO INTO GEAR, AND THE CONSUMER HAD TO KEEP PULLING ON THE STICK TO GET TO GO INTO GEAR. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FIVE TIMES, AND THE DEALER CAN'T DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. ALSO, THE VEHICLE VIBRATES AND THERE IS A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
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