Wheel Bolts problems of the 1997 Ford F-250

Two problems related to wheel bolts have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 09/30/1998

Vehicle had two badly worn out front tires. This condition was due to lugs: nuts disconnecting as per recall # 98v-095 . Dealer notified and refused to replace tires without cost to consumer.

2 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 09/09/1998

Had received recall notice 98v095000 & called dealer. Was informed at that time that the lugs: nuts were not available. Dealer did not know when they will be in. Would contact owner as soon as they come in. So far nothing has been heard.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1997 Ford F-250



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