1998 Ford F-350
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1998
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 2 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 101 |
| 1994 | 96 |
| 1995 | 134 |
| 1996 | 130 |
| 1997 | 155 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 413 |
| 2000 | 304 |
| 2001 | 160 |
| 2002 | 116 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 159 |
| 2005 | 114 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 131 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 136 |
| 2012 | 149 |
| 2013 | 76 |
| 2014 | 91 |
| 2015 | 190 |
| 2016 | 187 |
| 2017 | 480 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 452 |
| 2020 | 182 |
| 2021 | 88 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
4 of 12 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Show complaint excerpts
Right rear dual tire blowout and tread separation at 40 MPH, resulting in approx $300.00 damage to underside of rv.*ak (Tiresize: LT225 R16E)
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-07-23
While consumer was driving on the highway tread separated from right rear tire. Consumer had not struck anything, and tire was still inflated. He was able to pull to the side, and examined what was left of the tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-09-23
Power train
2 of 12 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline and automatic transmission.
Wheels
1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
Show complaint excerpts
The left front wheel sheared off 1998 Ford F350 causing it to strike guard rail (Ohio traffic crash report).
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-12-22
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing electrical heating element.
Structure
1 of 12 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2005-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-02 Engine compartment fires
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2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
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2006-08-07Vehicle speed control06V286000 On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (Note: also see recalls…
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V286000 · Vehicle speed control
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1998 Ford F-350 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ford F-350?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Ford F-350 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.