1997 Ford F-250 wheels problems

10 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 10
of this car's complaints: 3%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
3
Hub
2
Rim
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford F-250 wheels problems in other years

Related recalls

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsReported May 13, 1998 · 1,520,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles and light duty pickup trucks. The lug nuts on these vehicles may not create sufficient clamp load allowing wheel movement in relation to the hub/rotor mounting surface.
Risk: 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 crash.
Remedy: Owners of these vehicles will be receiving two notifications. The first notification, which began in may 1998, will provide an interim repair procedure until parts become available. This interim procedure can be completed by owners or their dealers. It specifies that the lug nut torque must be verified to be 100 lbs. Then the lug nuts need to be tightened an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn more. There will be a second owner notification, which is expected to begin july 20, 1998, under which dealers will inspect the wheel studs and replace the wheel lug nuts.

Recall number 98V095000 · Recall details

What 1997 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 8, 2020 · Wheels · 134,560 miles · CA

Tire blow out on freeway california I-5 at 210 interchange bfgoodrich lt235/85 r16 ltr m+s 1655 miles on the tires installed 05-20-2019 of last year

Filed Feb 4, 2013 · Wheels · 97,000 miles · NH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the spare tire detached from the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the cable that holds the bracket and the spare tire was loose. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Jul 23, 2012 · Transmission, Wheels · 145,318 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent auto repair facility for an unrelated repair when the technician detected that five of the seven spokes on the front driver's side wheel were completely rusted. The other three wheels exhibited rust holes and cracks. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 145,318. Updated 09/05/12*lj the consumer stated the problem was found after the axle, hub and rotor were replaced at a cost of $ 1000.00. Updated 09/10/12

Filed Feb 14, 2012 · Wheels · 175,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford f-250. The contact stated while driving, the wheel detached completely from the vehicle. The contact stated that salt was lodged inside of the rim, causing the rim to rust. The dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairing the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 175,000. Updated 04/13/12 *bf updated 05/12/2012

Filed Sep 16, 2002 · Wheels · MD

Consumer stated the rear hub caps had come off of wheels, and they have been replaced four times.

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Suspension, Wheels · CA

Lug nuts failed. Yh

Filed Dec 9, 1998 · Body, Suspension · TN

The vehicle veers towards the right when it's in operation. The manufacturer has been contacted. Also, replaced front left hub cap, and twist in frame.

Filed Oct 13, 1998 · Wheels · MT

Had received recall notice 98v095000 & called dealer. Was informed at that time that the lugs: nuts were not available. Dealer did not know when they will be in. Would contact owner as soon as they come in. So far nothing has been heard.

Filed Sep 30, 1998 · Wheels · OH

Vehicle had two badly worn out front tires. This condition was due to lugs: nuts disconnecting as per recall # 98v‑095 . Dealer notified and refused to replace tires without cost to consumer.

Filed Apr 1, 1998 · Wheels · CA

Wheel rims bent.

Questions about the 1997 Ford F-250 wheels

Does the 1997 Ford F-250 have wheels problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the wheels of the 1997 Ford F-250, 3% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Ford F-250 wheels problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Ford F-250 wheels?

Yes, 1 recall: 98V095000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford F-250 have bad wheels?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most wheels complaints are 2011 (17 complaints), 2012 (16 complaints) and 2006 (15 complaints).