Suspension Related Problems of the 1998 Ford F-150

Table 1 shows 18 common suspension related problems of the 1998 Ford F-150. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension torsion bar (63 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension (nine problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Ford F-150

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Suspension Torsion Bar problems	63
Front Suspension problems	9
Suspension problems	9
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring problems	8
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring Leaf problems	4
Front Suspension Lower Ball Joint problems	4
Rear Suspension problems	3
Front Suspension Leaf Spring problems	3
Sway Bar problems	2
Rear Suspension Coil Springs problems	2
Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint problems	1
Rear Air Suspension Springs problems	1
Front Suspension Coil Spring problems	1
Ball Joint problems	1
Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems	1
Rear Suspension Leaf Spring Shackle problems	1
Front Suspension Control Arm problems	1
Front Suspension Stabilizer Bar problems	1

Recently reported Suspension problems of the 1998 Ford F-150

The Suspension Torsion Bar problem

I stepped into my vehicle to go to work, and the torsion bar broke. Snapped into two pieces. Was thankful I was not driving. I have been told by the tow truck driver and the mechanics, that they have never seen this before, and that a piece of 1" round steel should not just snap. Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

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The Suspension problem

Vehicle experiences a violent shaking in the steering and front suspension called "the death wobble". Occurs as speeds between 40 and 70 mph. Occurs if road is somewhat bumpy. Occurs often and could result in loss of control. It requires that I slow down to about 5 mph before it stops. Read details...

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