Ford F Series (medium) Problems by Year
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford F Series (medium), across 3 model years (1997–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Ford F Series (medium) years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No F Series (medium) model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 F Series (medium): 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 F Series (medium): 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1998 F Series (medium): 2 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ford F Series (medium) problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ford F Series (medium) model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 F Series (medium) | 5 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 F Series (medium) | 2 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1997 F Series (medium) | 4 | 0 | — | Structure |
More from Ford: all Ford models · Ford VIN decoder
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford F Series (medium) years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (5), 1997 (4), 1998 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ford F Series (medium)?
Structure, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ford F Series (medium) have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.