1998 Ford F Series vs 1999 Ford F Series
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Ford F Series | 1999 Ford F Series |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 81 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F Series | Ford F Series |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 4 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 4 |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
1998 Ford F Series
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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.