1997 Ford E-150 vs 1998 Ford E-150
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Ford E-150 | 1998 Ford E-150 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 102 | 60 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 36 | 60 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 103,000 mi | 92,917 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford E-150 | Ford E-150 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 21 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 8 |
| Tires | 8 | 4 |
| Suspension | 6 | 5 |
| Steering | 6 | 4 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 6 |
1997 Ford E-150
1998 Ford E-150
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.