Driveshaft problems of the 1998 Ford F-150

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

1 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 01/12/1999

Consumer put vehicle in reverse and heard a noise. Vehicle began to roll forward into traffic, consumer learned that the rear driveshaft broke in April 98. Also, in Jan. 99, while consumer slowed down to make a turn, the left front torsion bar broke, the frame dropped, damaging the upper control. Consumer will provide VIN# when received.

2 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 07/27/1998

Constant shaking of the seat, dashboard and steerin wheel. Drive shaft from new stock unit installed.




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