1998 Ford Ford Truck
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Owner complaints
25 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire
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- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields · Unknown or other
Frame rust rear. Spring mount broke off. Rear of truck loose. Repair done. do not feel safe driving this truck. Large rust holes in frame. only 90000. miles. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While riding back home from walmart, I heard an extremely loud boom then immediately followed by a consistent roaring loud noise. Frightened I immediately pulled over to the side of the road and got the girl out and away from the truck before it caught fire , because of the smoke. Caught a ride…
While riding back home from walmart, I heard an extremely loud boom then immediately followed by a consistent roaring loud noise. Frightened I immediately pulled over to the side of the road and got the girl out and away from the truck before it caught fire , because of the smoke. Caught a ride home and had a friend drive it to my home. I took my car to a few shops to get an idea of what was wrong . There wasn't any leaks prior to this happening, and there was plenty of oil in it too. Three months before I had oil change and tune up done for the truck. This truck had hardly been driven because I have two other car goes on gas. The boss who check the motor said reason the motor went bad was because the spark plug detached from its component, which caused the motor to throw a rod. I went to auto zone for the best gaskets and parts so my truck could be back the same again like before. I had previously had exhaust work done before the motor , by another shop for exhaust because not everyone does it,so when the job was done I wouldn't have to still wait. I just wanted it like it was before the rod broke. The problem wasn't solved right away because I had to find a motor first. I made sure I started it up daily so battery wouldn't die. My truck was in great condition. Until the spark plugs ruined it. At that point the oil suddenly was black and burnt looking. Also one other time I was driving from out of state far away with my cruise control went out as I was driving seventy five . The car smoked, but I continued going I didn't want to get stuck on the highway. I had to buy a motor and pay for labor and parts needed. This IS a safety issue I almost caused accident when trying to stop the truck and get out with the kids. *Tr
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Engine and engine cooling
Truck over heated the engine coolant reservoir IS leaking water that IS thick and oily. Oil IS passing into radiator a head gasket repair was done and the radiator was flushed. A loud crank noise IS heard from the rear bottom axles when I stop. Constantly needing jump start engine would turn off…
Truck over heated the engine coolant reservoir IS leaking water that IS thick and oily. Oil IS passing into radiator a head gasket repair was done and the radiator was flushed. A loud crank noise IS heard from the rear bottom axles when I stop. Constantly needing jump start engine would turn off unexpectatly while driving new battery but it was still turning off a relay from the distribution box was replaced new. *tr
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
1998 ford expedition caught on fire. entire engine compartment was consumed by fire. recall was completed one year prior to the fire. *tr
- Structure
Problem was speedometer, cruise control, power windows would work intermittently. Idiot lights on dash would come on and off. Took to ford dealership. They found that the seal around the windshield was leaking and damaged the gem module and fuse box. Dealer could not remove windshield without doing…
Problem was speedometer, cruise control, power windows would work intermittently. Idiot lights on dash would come on and off. Took to ford dealership. They found that the seal around the windshield was leaking and damaged the gem module and fuse box. Dealer could not remove windshield without doing damage to it. Had to replace windshield and modules at a cost of $1,040. Live near morro bay, ca where climate ranges from 35 to 85 degrees (no extremes) and truck has always been garaged when not in use. No excuse for seal to fail. Old windshield was fine. Would love to sue but obviously would be a huge waste of time. Next time, will purchase a japanese built truck. *Jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
On february 25, 2005, I was traveling 55 mph on the highway in traffic when my 1998 ford windstar began to leak oil and slow down. after several near collisions, I was able to get to the shoulder of the road. I instructed everyone to get out of the vehicle because of the smokey smell. I then…
On february 25, 2005, I was traveling 55 mph on the highway in traffic when my 1998 ford windstar began to leak oil and slow down. after several near collisions, I was able to get to the shoulder of the road. I instructed everyone to get out of the vehicle because of the smokey smell. I then called keystone aaa mid-atlantic my emergency roadside assistance service. next, the keystone aaa mid-atlantic technician arrived and he commented on the number of ford windstars that he picks up on a daily basis. after observing my vehicle, he stated that it IS probably a transmission problem. I explained to him that it could not be the transmission because I just got a brand ?new transmission? Two years ago. He then towed my vehicle to springfield ford in springfield, pennsylvania (6 miles away). on wednesday, february 26, 2005, I received a call from someone in the service department of springfield ford and I was told that I needed a new transmission and I was lucky that the vehicle did not catch fire because of the leaking oil. indeed, if springfield ford installed a ?new transmission? Two- years ago and I now need another ?new transmission?, it IS clear that the transmissions for the 1998 ford windstars are defective. moreover, I was on a busy highway traveling 55 mph when this second malfunction occurred. *Ak
- Tires
Both rear tires on vehicle came off while driving. *mr *sc the consumer stated he felt the vehicle vibrate and managed to pull over, the tires were not found. *jb
- Tires › Valve
Understand tire valves are being looked at, ford dealer in ft. Myers reported they could not help me. *dt *ts *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis**770146
- Tires
While taking a short trip this weekend. (Under 70 miles) I noticed a sudden vibration coming from the rear of our motor home and within a matter of seconds I heard a loud bang and several other noises as the motor home rocked from side to side. After regaining control I pulled off to the side of…
While taking a short trip this weekend. (Under 70 miles) I noticed a sudden vibration coming from the rear of our motor home and within a matter of seconds I heard a loud bang and several other noises as the motor home rocked from side to side. After regaining control I pulled off to the side of the road to discover the entire tread of my right rear tire completely missing and the sidewall of what was left blown out in what looks like two places. I have owned several recreational vehicals and have never experienced this type of failure. dt
- Tires › Tread/belt
While driving on highway, tread separated from front right tire. Had tires replaced. Goodyear sent recall about tires, but will not do anything because consumer had replaced tires. Equipment for 1998, ford 15 passenger van ,goodyear, wrangler tire size lt245/75r16. *Ak *yd
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tread separation on load range e tire on rear of 1TON van. 4 ply 2 poly 2 steel.*ak (tiresize: 245/75r16)
- Tires › Tread/belt
The tread came off, but the tire itself did not lose any air.*ak (dot number: W208 1PT tiresize: p235/70r16)
- Tires
Vibration in steering,dealer checked & found ply separation in both front tires. replaced all six tires for safety and security reasons. firestone wouldn't respond unless there was a blowout, crash or a fatality. Reading other reports of problems with this tire on an rv forum. blowouts as low as 300 miles. My tire dealer said this plant has since been closed.*ak (dot number: vdil018 tiresize: lt22575r16)
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
- Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system › Heater core
The tubes to the rear heater rusted through allowing the coolant to leak out causing me to abandon the vehicle in the winter. *Ak
- Tires
Firestone refussed to replace the tire, they say it was a road hazard blow out. The tire clearly has a defect. Now what do I do we live in jacksonville, florida. The truck was driven on 99% in town driving for we were afraid to drive in on a trip. Thank goodness we have another vechicle to drive. This was my very first new truck and now this. Thank you,please reply.*ak (dot number: vdhl 1PY tiresize: p235/70r16)
- Tires
I had a tire go flat ,while it was parked in my driveway. I took it off and could't find any thing in the tire . I pluged the leak .ifilled the tire with air ,put it back on the truck . in about an hour it was down again. I took it off again , it was leaking next to the plug. I put another…
I had a tire go flat ,while it was parked in my driveway. I took it off and could't find any thing in the tire . I pluged the leak .ifilled the tire with air ,put it back on the truck . in about an hour it was down again. I took it off again , it was leaking next to the plug. I put another plug in it and this time I checked it . It was still leaking in the same area ,i put the number 3 plug in it.it still leaked and it looked as if the tire was trying to come apart. I put the spare on and went to the firestone dealer and told him I had a bad tire . He said they weren't having any trouble [a big lie ] .he said he had no idea how I screwed the tire up. The tire could not be patched .we argued he couldn't do me any good.i asked him why a tire rated at 65000 miles would go bad at 22000 miles ? He said I was lucky as hell to get that much out of it. the tire looked as if they left a part of . It seemed mushy. I got mad at him ,and went to a local tire dealer ,and ordered new wilderness tires like a fool ! I emailed firestone and complained they answered that I should go to their dealer, they didn't do business over the internet . I had been there @done that they say the 16 inch tires are allright they are wrong ------dead wrong-----( dot number: tire size: p23570r16 )
- Tires
Left front tire tread seperated and I almost rolled the van.( dot number: W2MO ipi tire size: p205/70r15 )
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Ford V-10 engine spark plug and coil pack blew out of cylinder head. motorhome
- Tires
Casing seperated/firestone replaced tire at no charge.( dot number: )
- Structure › Frame and members
Metal platform fell off of vehicle striking other vehicle and causing damage / (other vehicle-fire from fuel leak). (Ohio traffic crash report) mjs
- Unknown or other
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Seat belts fail to retract and are too tight. *tt
- Electrical system › Horn
Horn failed. *Yc
- Seats
Plastic lever cover broke on the back of driver's seat. *yc
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 607463This bulletin mentions how some hub o-rings may be cut during the installation of the wheels.
- 607360For availability of major assemblies, please refer to the exchange program guide.
- 603659Providing quicker service fix information.
- 603551The 1998 sbts car version 12.0 cd and the 1998 sbts truck version 10.0 cd both have the wrong month printed on the label.
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