4.2

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
27,500 miles

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problem #4

May 222014

F-250

  • 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 1996 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the drivers seat reclined independently. The contact was a licensed mechanic who stated that the bolts that hold the seat upright were broken. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

- Auburn, WA, USA

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problem #3

Apr 151997

F-250

  • miles
Consumer stated the passenger side seat does not lock, dealer lubricated the tracks.

- Apache Junction, AZ, USA

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problem #2

Jan 292002

(reported on)

F-250

  • miles
When vehicle was being driven passenger's side seat suddenly collapsed in reclining position. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer has ordered consumer a new seat.

- Vancouver, WA, USA

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problem #1

Mar 032000

(reported on)

F-250 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Driver's seat weld that holds seat to rail broke off, causing seat to move back and forth. Consumer believes that Ford should cover repair cost since it was a manufacturer defect.

- Cheyenne, WY, USA

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