Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

Six problems related to front suspension lower ball joint have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 12/12/2003

During an oil change mechanic informed the consumer that lower ball joints were severely worn. Dealer was aware of the problem.

2 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2002

Lower ball joints needed to be replaced for the second time. Stabilizer bar fell off for the second time.

3 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2002

Lower ball joints went out while consumer was driving and could not control vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. Contacted Ford and they said since there was no recall, they coudl not help.

4 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 02/13/2001

Ball joints.

5 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2000

During inspection a broken coil spring was repaired, the lower ball joints were loose and were replaced.

6 Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problem

The lower ball joints failed.

Other Suspension related problems of the 1997 Ford F-150

Suspension Torsion Bar problems	42
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring problems	28
Front Suspension problems	26
Suspension problems	20
Rear Suspension problems	12
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring Leaf problems	9
Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems	6
Front Suspension Control Arm problems	5
Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar problems	4
Front Suspension Leaf Spring problems	3
Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problems	2
Front Suspension Coil Spring problems	2

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