Seven problems related to suspension torsion bar have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving at 30 mph consumer heard a loud pop at the front of the vehicle, and the front left side dropped several inches. Consumer pulled over to inspect what the problem could be, and discovered that driver side torsion bar snapped.
When the vehicle was parked, the torsion bar snapped.
Torsion bar failure, caused sudden loss of vehicle control.
Torsion bar snapped with no warning. This is obviously a manufacturer defect, yet was not covered under extended warranty. I had to pay for towing and rental car while my truck was disabled. I think Ford should cover this repair as the part was defective.
While driving front torsion bar broke. The dealer has been notified.
The torsion bar sheared off, causing vehicle to lose control and sway suddenly.
Torsion bar, which controls the stability of the vehicle, sheared off, causing a loss of vehicle control.