1996 Ford F-350 vs 1997 Ford F-350
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 Ford F-350 | 1997 Ford F-350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 155 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 171 | 152 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 103,000 mi | 110,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford F-350 | Ford F-350 |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 28 | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 | 29 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 26 |
| Power Train | 15 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 8 |
| Steering | 6 | 12 |
| Suspension | 7 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 11 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 12 |
1996 Ford F-350
1997 Ford F-350
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.