1998 Ford F Series (light)
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 13 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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I HAVE A 19'98 FORD F150 THAT CAME EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE 235/70R16 WILDERNESS HT TIRES. ONE OF THOSE TIRES STARTED TO SEPARATE ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIRES SO THE SAFETY ISSUE HAS BEEN DEALT WITH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040729
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Ford F Series (light) — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1998 Ford F Series (light) 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 Series (light)?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Ford F Series (light) have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.