The problem
Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks with dual rear wheel, and wide frame. The jacks provided with these vehicles are too large to be stowed securely under the seat as intended and were placed loose on the floor in the rear of the cab.
The risk
The jacks can move about the passenger compartment creating the potential for personal injury during a crash or sudden stop.
The fix
Dealers will replace these jacks.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-055 (98V055000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Equipment › Mechanical › Integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer |
| Report date | March 10, 1998 |
| Owners notified | February 27, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 720 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-055 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace these jacks.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 720 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.