Frame And Members problems of the 1997 Ford F-250

Four problems related to frame and members have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 09/08/1999

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). Vehicle is still under factory warranty (bumper to bumper) 36000 miles. Ford motor company told us to follow dealer's advice. . Work done was shoddy. . . And to my knowledge welding weakens the frame. . . Welder also made burn marks in cross member thus weakening metal more. Frame should last the life of the vehicle and not crack already. . Or be warrantied for 12 months. . . Need advice. . . Feel vehicle is unsafe. . . Have taken pictures of horrid welding job.

2 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 08/17/1998

While driving 35 mph the a frame broke, and the vehicle had no steering.

3 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 04/09/1997

The vehicle veers towards the right when it's in operation. The manufacturer has been contacted. Also, replaced front left hub cap, and twist in frame.

4 Frame And Members problem

Unable to get recall work performed on the rear cradle bolts due to dealer problem.


Other Structure related problems of the 1997 Ford F-250

Door problems
9
Frame And Members problems
4
Body problems
1
Paint problems
1
Structure problems
1


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