Was driving 63mph and had heard a thumping noise against vehicle. Pulled over, and noticed left rear inner tire had ripped a hole in the storage compartment. Noticed tread had also separated from tire which remained intacted. Four winds motorhome, original equipment, firestone, steel tex, lt225/75r16 with 50,000 miles.
The worst 1998 Ford B Series problems
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- Tires1
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Ford B Series 18
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine or fuel system concerns when using fuel with greater than 5% biodiesel concentration. tt
- General (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
- General power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
- Information on replacing and / or repairing malfunctioning (door, ignition and decklid) locks
- Subject on a wire harness terminal repair kit available for repairing electrical wiring harnesses
- Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance...
- Vehicles equipped with FD1060 or FD1460 midrange diesel engines may experience a vibration or buzz through...
- Subject regarding intermittent electrical issues, such as dash lights flashing when the turn signal is...
- Experiencing various intermittent concerns, such as low coolant level sensor leaking coolant into wiring...
- Clarification pertaining to the dual air pressure gauge function
What 1998 Ford B Series owners say
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Is the 1998 Ford B Series reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Ford B Series, close to a typical B Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Ford B Series?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1998 Ford B Series have?
No recalls on record.
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