Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

Table 1 shows 16 common steering related problems of the 1997 Ford F-150. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (40 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (29 problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Ford F-150

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems	40
Steering problems	29
Steering Wheel problems	28
Steering Linkages problems	26
Steering Gear Box problems	14
Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems	12
Steering Gear Box Sector Shaft problems	10
Steering Column problems	7
Power Steering Pump problems	4
Steering Gear Box Shaft Pitman problems	3
Steering Knuckle Spindle problems	3
Steering Rack And Pinion problems	3
Steering Failed problems	2
Steering Anti-theft Device problems	1
Steering Rod Relay Connection problems	1
Steering Idler Arm problems	1

Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

1997 Ford f150 driver side inner tie rod end became completely seperated during operation ot the vehicle, resulting in a sudden loss of control. Read details...

The Steering problem

I just started having issues with my steering. I was turning right and my steering wheel locked up and I had to tug hard to unbind and regain control of my truck. I have not had an accident, but this just started happening and has happened several times while driving and turning. Read details...

The Steering Wheel problem

While driving 15-20 mph steering wheel locked up, consumer was unable to turn steering wheel 360 degrees. Please provide any further details. Read details...

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