1998 Ford F800 Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Ford F800 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1998 Ford F800. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and exterior lighting (1). Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the gear position indication (prndl) filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling1 17%
- Exterior lighting1 17%
- Steering1 17%
Example complaints
Steering: “Consumer has been experiencing problems with power steering. Power steering fluid leaks, causing the hydraulic brake lamp to illuminate. The manufacturer has been contacted.”
NHTSA complaint #833288, filed 1999-01Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 98V041000Feb 24, 1998Suspension › Front › Wheel bearingCovers: Ford F800 1998, F700 1998
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and chassis-cabs. An automatic locking front wheel bearing adjusting nut was damaged during installation or removal by incorrect tools or an incorrect torque specification was used.
- 97V091000May 28, 1997Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)Covers: Ford F800 1998, B800 1998, F700 1998
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks and school bus chassis-cowls equipped with automatic transmissions. The welds that attach the key to the top of the steering column mounted automatic transmission shift linkage may not adequately retain the key…
Recall details for the 1998 Ford F800 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1998 Ford F800.
Other model years of the Ford F800
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 6 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Ford F800 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 1998 Ford F800 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Ford F800 is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 1998 Ford F800 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.