10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,333 miles

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problem #3

Apr 012003

F-150 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 112,000 miles
While driving steering shaft separated from the gear, resulting in loss of steering control. Related recall 03V196000, but manufacturer advises that consumer's vehicle not included even though the vehicle's manufacturing date falls within the range specified.

- Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

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problem #2

Sep 181998

F-150 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving about 35 mph consumer lost steering control due to shaft pitman disconnecting. Dealer was contacted.

- Donnelly, ID, USA

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problem #1

Sep 251996

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Pitman arm had fallen off from the steering sector shafts due to missing retainer nut and washer, resulting in an accident/injury.

- Belmont, CA, USA

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