2006 Ford F-350 Steering Problems
- 42
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 42 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 14 records
- bump road · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- tire pressure · 5 records
- death wobble · 4 records
- nothing wrong · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f350 purchased october 2005. While driving at speeds less than 45 mph and towing a 30 foot trailer in light snow, the steering wheel suddenly turned to the right. He attempted to turn the steering wheel back to the straight position, but it turned in a full 365 degree turn without interference of the driver. He attempted to adjust the wheel however the tires would not respond. The…
Crash reported
ODI 10294150
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
The ford f-350 truck i bought is defective, as evidenced by the 7 power steering and brake repairs required in the past 3 years, along with the electrical system and ring and pinion repair. I have contacted ford 24 times, i have filed a complaint with the mn better business bureau and the mn attorney general's office. I believe the truck was manufactured in a faulty manner, and i am afraid the truck may be dangerous…
ODI 10268818
Steering · Suspension
Excessive front end shimmy on occasion with my ford f350 4x4. I have received a letter from ford discussing this issue. The first time the problem occurred, my tire pressure was low and subsequently maintaining proper tire pressure seemed to prevent the problem for a while. However, recently i hit some bumps while traveling on the highway at a speed of approximately 65 mph and the front end began to shimmy very…
ODI 10269346
Steering
I own a ford f350 dually super duty truck. Ford sent a letter stating that some drivers have experienced a severe steering wheel vibration. They said it isn't a recall, just a notice. We have had trouble w/this truck doing this prior to the letter. It's documented at brad howell ford in greentown in. After receiving the letter we again went to bhf. We called ford motor and told them, they said put stabilizers on it…
ODI 10268509
Steering
High pressure power steering hose defective. 425 hoses are on back order with ford. No estimate of when a hose will be available. Customers have already been waiting 2 months. Meanwhile i am filling my power steering reservoir every couple of days. *tr
ODI 10262891
Electrical System · Steering
At 200am today my horn on my 2006 f 350 started blowing. By the time i realized what was going on the wires had started to smoke under the hood. I had to disconnect both batteries in order for the horn to stop. This is the first time this is has happened to this truck. No other problems to report at this time. I will be having it towed to a dealer today
ODI 10314061
Front · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f350 crew cab 4x4 which was purchased in 2005. While driving approximately 25 mph, the contact lost steering control when the steering wheel began shaking excessively. The manufacturer stated that they were aware of the failure. The manufacturer also confirmed that there were no related recalls; however, there were technical service bulletins. The front end of the vehicle was replaced…
ODI 10281566
Front · Steering
I own a 4wd f350 dually. While traveling at highway speeds approx. 45mph and above and after traveling over an uneven road surface or bump in the road, the front end goes into an uncontrollable shimmy/oscillation. This can only be stopped by pulling over and completely stopping the vehicle. I have taken the truck to a ford dealership who checked the front end and said there was nothing wrong w/ the truck and that it…
ODI 10256667
Steering
06 f350 dually diesel crew cab. When driving anywhere between 50-70 mph and hit a pothole the front end goes into a death wobble and is not controlled until vehicle is slowed to 30 mph. Almost lost control of vehicle on los angeles freeways. Has happened multiple times and have been to ford dealer with no assistance. Last episode was last week, then my insurance co told me to file complaint in case of accident that…
ODI 10228887
Front · Steering
2006 f-350 front end shakes violently on occasion. Usually occurs with a change in level of interstate as in driving over an overpass back onto the normal road surface. Speed is usually around 65-70 mph when it happens. Immediate reduction to approximately 30 mph is required to make it stop. Has happened 6 times so far and almost caused an accident on 3 of those occasions. *tr
ODI 10228202
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-350. The contact stated that the suspension was unstable and would shake while the vehicle was being driven around a curve or at various speeds sporadically. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the dealer replaced the power steering hoses and the steering stabilizer however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was then taken to an independent…
ODI 10576849
Caliper · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f350. The contact stated that the brakes will lock and cause the calipers to burn. A small fire occurred during one of the failures. The brakes and calipers have been replaced four times, most recently on april 22, 2007. The dealer stated that the cause of the frequent failures could be due to several reasons; however, they were unable to diagnose the exact cause of the failures. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10225511
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f350. While driving between 40 to 60 mph and when hitting bumps on the road the front end of the vehicle along with the steering column shimmies. Around may she received a notice about vehicle vibration . The dealer was contacted and a technician concluded that 4- wheel alignment was needed as well as a steering dampner. Updated. The failure mileage was 24200. The current mileage was…
ODI 10287227
Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering · Suspension
This vehicle since new has had numerous incidents with a severe uncontrollable shimmy in front end and steering wheel.i have had it to the dealer numerous times and they tell me there is nothing wrong with it. Ford has sent a few notifications stating that they are aware of the problem,but that it is just caused from improper inflation.i have set the tires to manufacturers recommended psi weekly,and doesn't make a…
ODI 10443216
Front · Steering
2006 f-350 dually has a shimmer or severe vibration of the steering wheel that begins when a bump or dip in the road occurs and does not correct itself. Even though the tires are in good order. Ford motor co says there is nothing that can be done to correct this situation. Their letter of notification is dated april 2009. *tr
ODI 10266799
Steering
Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at 30 mph and pulling a trailer, the steering mechanism detached. The vehicle veered out of control and struck a wall. The accident was reported to the police. There was no warning prior to the failure, and the contact was injured in the accident. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure, but was able to repair the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10151538
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-350. While driving over a bump at 35 mph, the vehicle vibrated violently. In addition, the steering wheel also vibrated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the contact was unsure as to what repair was performed on the front suspension of the vehicle. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure…
ODI 10822088