general problems of the 1998 Ford E-150

Two problems related to seat belt have been reported for the 1998 Ford E-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Seat Belt problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2009

The contact owns a 1998 Ford E-150. While at a stop sign the contact was rear ended by a vehicle driving approximately 35 mph. A police report was filed. The vehicle was driven away from the scene with damage to the rear bumper and frame. The contact suffered neck pain and was seen by a doctor at the hospital. A cat scan was performed but there was no diagnosis. Approximately four months after the crash occurred the contact continued to suffer from neck pain. The doctor performed an mri and diagnosed that the contact sustained a broken neck caused by trauma. The contact stated the injury may have occurred due to the seat belt laying on the neck during the crash. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

2 Seat Belt problem

Buckle to connect to receiver does't stay close at all. Dealership is aware of problem.


Other Seat Belt related problems of the 1998 Ford E-150



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