10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
61,926 miles

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problem #22

May 022003

F-150 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 112,000 miles
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning the steering shaft snapped and caused the consumer to lose steering control.

- Lauderdale Lakes, FL, USA

problem #21

Apr 252003

(reported on)

F-150

  • 165,000 miles
While backing out of the driveway, the consumer turned the steering wheel, and it continued to turn without stopping. The consumer opened the hood and noticed the steering wheel shaft had separated from the steering box.

- Brownwood, TX, USA

problem #20

Mar 122003

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
A bolt from the steering wheel broke, and caused consumer to lose control of the vehicle, which was subsequently involved in an accident.

- Delmar, DE, USA

problem #19

Dec 152002

F-150 4WD 8-cyl

  • 60,000 miles
Power steering gear bolts broke. There was a pop noise and consumer could turn steering wheel in either direction but front wheels would not turn. Dealer replaced broken bolts from gear. Repaired power steering leak at hose from reservoir to pump.

- Dahinda, IL, USA

problem #18

Oct 212002

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Consumer states of having problem with a crank rods dealer was contacted.

- Rock Hill, SC, USA

problem #17

Jul 042001

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Right front outside tie-rod end separated at the ball/socket joint. This occured while turning into a driveway so speed was not a factor. These tie-rod ends are factory sealed so maintenance is impossible.

- Alton, NH, USA

problem #16

May 242001

(reported on)

F-150 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While attempting to make a right hand turn the consumer lost control and the vehicle ended up in a field, the steering wheel could be turned like a roulet wheel. Nlm

- Derby, NY, USA

problem #15

Dec 072000

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Some of the steering assembly components wore prematurely due to lack of lubrication. Nlm

- Dover, MA, USA

problem #14

Dec 072000

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Some of the steering assembly components wore prematurely due to lack of lubrication. Nlm

- Dover, MA, USA

problem #13

Jul 202000

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Steering box that is attached to frame had fallen off. Vehicle was without steering, and consumer lost control without a prior warning. The driver lost steering because bolts holding the steering box to the frame cracked.

- Lake In The Hills, IL, USA

problem #12

Jul 192000

F-150 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
A bolt within the steering mechanism had unscrewed, causing steering wheel to spin while tires stayed straight, resulting in loss of vehicle control. Mechanic tightend the bolt.

- Wollaston, MA, USA

problem #11

Oct 311997

F-150

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Steering is very hard to control while driving. The vehicle would drift without warning. The engine needs oil every month. Had been to dealership numerous times to have problems repaired. They still exist.

- Clayton, IN, USA

problem #10

Sep 181998

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Noisy steering, vibration in steering wheel.

- Key West, FL, USA

problem #9

Jul 221999

F-150

  • miles
Steering problems; when turning right 10mph heard a noise.turned steering to right and left, wheel didn't respond.

- Waterloo, IN, USA

problem #8

Oct 181998

F-150

  • miles
Consumer is having a problem with the steering. It is hard to manage when doing 4mph, the truck carries to the left or right on its on., the problem has caused consumer to run off the road several times. Dealer has not been contacted.

- Winters, CA, USA

problem #7

Aug 031998

(reported on)

F-150 4WD

  • miles
Vibration can be felt in steering wheel while driving. Vibration appears to be from suspension/steering gear, not steering wheel itself.

- Bellevue, TN, USA

problem #6

Nov 101997

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer had taken the vehicle to dealer for repairs of the lugs: Nuts:bolts, but dealer did not had the parts to repair vehicle for the first time, and now the vehicle has the same problem. Dealer has been contacted. Consumer has became aware of recall 98S14, regarding the lugs/nuts/bolts. Steering not operating properly, it locks up when it rains. Transmission does not operate properly, consumer was informed of recall 97S86, however dealer stated that consumer would have to work with their schedule for repairs. Windshield wipers start by themselves. Turn signals worked too fast, dealer found a loose wire. Brakes did not work efficiently, takes a longer distance to stop. A/C was not cold enough. Serpentine belt was replaced. Door was out of adjustment, making it hard to open from the inside.

- Plano, TX, USA

problem #5

May 281998

(reported on)

F-150 4WD

  • miles
Steering wheel clunks when accelerating and decelerating, and when on bumpy pavement.

- Wharton, NJ, USA

problem #4

Apr 011996

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When driving at approx 40 mph, goes through 50 mph, steering wheel will begin to vibrate. Dealer checked the vehicle 3 times. Said it was common problem, cannot fix problem.

- Recine, WI, USA

problem #3

Mar 021997

F-150

  • miles
While driving down the freeway about 70mph, has to put a lot of pressure on the steering wheel in order for the vehicle to go staight. If taking some of the pressure off the steering wheel, the vehicle will go out of control.

- Garfield Heights, OH, USA

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