9.3

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,500 miles

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problem #2

Feb 101998

F-150 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 3,000 miles
Recall 98V007000 concerning throttle icing: During cold weather the throttle would stick open while driving. This problem was due to icing formed on the throttle body. This could cause extended stopping distance when braking. Dealer was contacted, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under the recall.. also, torque converter failed.

- Howell, MI, USA

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problem #1

Aug 261999

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Vehicle loses power and changes gears sporatically, dealer replaced torque converter and torque clutch solinoid but this did not fix problem. Have heard other F150 owners complain about same problem.

- North Augusta, SC, USA

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