10.0

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

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problem #4

Sep 081999

F-250 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Left front crossmember developed a crack near the steering box car had clonk in front end dealer inspected and found crack - told by Ford dealer that the procedure was to weld the crossmember back in place and they would warranty it for 12 mths/12000 miles (only). Vehicle is still under factory warranty (bumper to bumper) 36000 miles. Ford Motor Company told us to follow dealer's advice..work done was shoddy...and to my knowledge welding weakens the frame...welder also made burn marks in cross member thus weakening metal more. Frame should last the life of the vehicle and not crack already..or be warrantied for 12 months...need advice...feel vehicle is unsafe...have taken pictures of horrid welding job.

- Butler, NJ, USA

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problem #3

Apr 091997

F-250 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The vehicle veers towards the right when it's in operation. The manufacturer has been contacted. Also, replaced front left hub cap, and twist in frame.

- Goodlettsville, TN, USA

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problem #2

Dec 141998

(reported on)

F-250

  • miles
Unable to get recall work performed on the rear cradle bolts due to dealer problem.

- Bushnell, FL, USA

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problem #1

Aug 171998

F-250 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving 35 mph the a frame broke, and the vehicle had no steering.

- Nancy, KY, USA

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