One problem related to front suspension control arm has been reported for the 1998 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer got into vehicle to back out and front end collapsed. Service manger stated it happened all the time from normal wear and tear. Service if vehicle was serviced properly, they would've been able to catch it in time. Consumer purchased vehicle on October 26, 2000 from same dealer with a clean inspection. Consumer took vehicle to several mechanics, who stated that pin to ball joint broke because of the incline, and the angle consumer was turning wheel caused it to snap front end.