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Recall List for the 1998 Ford F-150

Official recalls have been issued for the 1998 Ford F-150 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL: Fuel Tank Strap Corrosion

    As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may fail allowing the fuel lines to separate from the tank, or in some cases, causing the tank to contact the ground. Either scenario may result in a fuel leak presenting a fire hazard. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 29, 2011
    Vehicles Affected
    1,100,000
  2. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Replacement Headlamps/Amber Reflector

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 11, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    42,540
  3. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Combination Lamps

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 07, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    16,270
  4. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamps/Missing Amber Side Reflectors

    Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    1,921
  5. RECALL: 90 Degree 7-Way Right Angle Adaptors/Tow Assemblie

    If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 28, 2007
    Vehicles Affected
    175
  6. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Headlamp Assemblies

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 01, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    19,413
  7. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 17, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    4,029
  8. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 17, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    3,593
  9. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflectors

    Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 29, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    87,745
  10. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Insufficient Lighting Visibility

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 12, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    14,616
  11. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamp/Amber Side Reflex Reflector

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 13, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    292,000
  12. RECALL: Speed Control Deactivation Switch

    A fire at the switch could occur. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 07, 2005
    Vehicles Affected
    4,500,000
  13. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 303/Label

    These vehicles do not comply with the requirements. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 21, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    4,500
  14. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 108/Daytime Running Lights

    The light given off from the daytime running lights is brighter than allowed by U.S. standards. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 19, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    20,637
  15. RECALL: Ford/Rear Leaf Springs

    Fuel tank contact can damage the tank and result in fuel leakage. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 15, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    202,000
  16. RECALL: Ford/Lug Nuts

    This can result in the loosening of lug nuts, stud fatigue failure, and the potential for a wheel separation from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 13, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    1,520,000
  17. RECALL: Ford/Throttle Icing

    Increased brake pedal efforts or some increase in stopping distance could result. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 21, 1998
    Vehicles Affected
    45,000
  18. RECALL: Ford/Auto Transmission Cable Assembly

    The condition would not allow a disengagement of the transmission from the park position or affect proper neutral start switch operation. Unintended vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake was not ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 07, 1997
    Vehicles Affected
    866,000

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