1998 Ford F150 XLT review from North America
"Sheep in wolfs clothing"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Mass air flow sensor failed @ 25000km.
Premature rust along bottom door seams and tailgate.
Right side tie rod end separated from ball @ 135000km. Turns out both tie rod ends and both lower ball joints needed replacement.
General comments?
I was quite happy with this vehicle until the tie rod end came off while my wife was driving it with my 5 month old daughter in the back. Luckily I had the extended warranty, but still ended up paying the $100 deductible and Ford made me pay for the alignment.
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| I used to have faith in Ford trucks, but now I am not so sure |
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| I can only hope the later models were better |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.6 litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 135000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Dakota |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2002 |