| Issue ID | 539389 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10119175 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-150 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 01/04/05 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2004 ford f150 problems with upper ball joint assembly as well as tire wear.*mr the upper joint was the cause of the tire wear on one tire. The consumer stated since he purchased the vehicle it exhibited a rattle noise, the side view mirror had to be replaced because it was vibrating so badly, the hood had to be reinforced so it would not flutter at highway speeds. The vehicle needed a new transmission. *jb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12700 |
| Number of Occurences | 3 |
| Source of the issue | CONSUMER LETTER |
| City and State | RIDGECREST, CA |
| VIN pattern | 1FTPW12554KXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 01/04/04 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Dealer's name | JIM CHARLTON FORD |
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