Structure Related Problems of the 1997 Ford F-250

Table 1 shows five common structure related problems of the 1997 Ford F-250. The number one most common problem is related to the door (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the frame and members (four problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Ford F-250


Recently reported Structure problems of the 1997 Ford F-250

The Door problem

Cracks in the outer sheet metal of both right and left front doors.   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

Left front crossmember developed a crack near the steering box car had clonk in front end dealer inspected and found crack - told by Ford dealer that the procedure was to weld the crossmember back in place and they would warranty it for 12 mths/12000 miles (only).   Read details...

The Body problem

Ref:een19-47774 (to be fwd by mail) the front tank strap on the vehicle failed and the tank dropped until supported by skid plate. Some diesel fuel spilled in garage, creating fire hazard but was cleaned up w/o incident.   Read details...


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