Investigation DP99002: 1998 Ford F-150

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Mar 2, 1999

Closed

Mar 17, 1999

Model years

1998

Subject

Spare tire mounting

Component: Body and structure

Summary

The national highway traffic safety administration was petitioned to commence a defect investigation of the subject vehicles by a letter signed by william f. Allard and dated 15-feb-98.the petition alleges that the spare tire mounting places the tire sidewall directly in contact with the metal undercarriage causing wear and damage of the sidewall.the petition further alleges that when the damaged tire is used, blowout could result on an interstate placing vehicle occupants and others at risk.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1998 Ford F-1501,381 complaints