KnownCarProblems2006 Ford F-350 SD Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 127 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Ford F-350 SD, most often about the steering (35% of complaints, typically around 48,000 miles). It is 12th of 27 F-350 SD model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2006 Ford F-350 SD problems
Steering
45 complaints · 35%Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles. Parts named most often: linkages, gear box (other than rack and pinion).
I have a Ford f-350 that has had a violent front end shake at freeway speeds. The "shake" has been so violent I thought I was going to crash. I have taken it to Ford and they change out a couple parts and then it happens again within 20,000 miles. This has happened 4 times since owning the truck (purchased new in nov.…
My 2016 f350 super duty 4WD disesal has a death wobble with only 46,ooo miles. The dealership at seminole Ford, seminole oklahoma [phone] told me I would have to pay 1200 to fix this. I was driving 70mph on the highway yesterday and my vehicle went out of control almost causing me to wreck. I immediately scheduled an…
Suspension
43 complaints · 34%Half of these problems showed up before 31,000 miles. Parts named most often: front.
Traveling @55 MPH, when I ran over a small pot hole. My truck shook violently and was extremely difficult to control and stay in the lane of traffic and slow down to a speed wherein I could bring my vehicle under control ( 35 MPH). Visual inspection showed no anomalies. My tires did not appear to be damaged as if I…
I have a 2006 f350 that has what has been referred to as the deaf wobble. Mostly when I drive between 40 - 55 if the truck comes across a small bump or uneven road the front wheels / steering wheel shakes back and forth out of control. The only way I found it to stop it is to hit the brakes and slow down until it…
Engine
21 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 63,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system, exhaust system.
Was driving on a heavy traffic highway, in the middle lane, and truck just quit running. This is unjustifiable!! Over $5000.00 in repairs to get to get this truck to run! Why hasn't Ford issued a recall on this notorious problem on these diesel engines?! I will continue to pursue a class act lawsuit over this, I do…
I have a 6.0 motor in my truck. Since last oct, 2010 I have had this truck in shop more times then what it is worth. I have had five fuel injectors replace, head gaskets, one head, rear end replace and now my turbo is going out on this motor. I also had the tow box replace. This truck has cost me more then what it is…
Wheels and tires
21 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 45,000 miles. Parts named most often: sidewall, rim, tread/belt.
Tl contact owns a 2006 Ford f-350 equipped with michelin ltx a/t2 tires, size lt 275/70/r18. The contact noticed that all 5 tires (inclusive of the spare) developed cracks at the sidewall around the rim. The contact called the vehicle manufacturer who called the tire manufacturer who to pay 50% of the costs of new…
My 2016 f350 super duty 4WD disesal has a death wobble with only 46,ooo miles. The dealership at seminole Ford, seminole oklahoma [phone] told me I would have to pay 1200 to fix this. I was driving 70mph on the highway yesterday and my vehicle went out of control almost causing me to wreck. I immediately scheduled an…
Fuel system
21 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: fuel injection system, delivery, storage.
Check engine light on several times and unable to identify problem. 10/10/06 EGR position error but stated okay at this time. Severe loss of power found 4 injectors replaced 11/27/06. 12/08/06 check engine light on with replacement of EGR valve 12/18/06. Turns over without start with puffs of black smoke. Engine got…
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350 SD. While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle began losing power. The dealer diagnosed that the inner lining of the fuel tank was rusted and four injectors were damaged. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileage was…
Electrical
9 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 99,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350 SD. The contact was driving 25 MPH when the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic advised that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted, but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the…
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that several failures occurred with the vehicle regarding the engine and electrical computer. The vehicle was taken to shamaley Ford (11301 gateway blvd w, el paso, tx 79936) where the turbo, glow plugs, head gaskets, and the computer were replaced. Despite the…
Transmission
5 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 29,500 miles. Parts named most often: driveline, automatic transmission, axle assembly.
#1 2006 Ford superduty f-350 4x4 death wobble.{term used in forums}.hit pothole after all the snow storms here in mo., and my truck shook violently until I reached 30 MPH. Seems to be alot of talk about this problem in the forums I have read. To date this is the worst time.has happened in the past, just never this…
I purchased my 2006 superduty new in june 2006 when the truck was new I had some shaking in the front end at speeds over 65 but recently it has got much worse. This has occurred at least ten times now and the last few times on the interstate when going around 70 MPH if you hit rough spots it will start a violent shake…
Speed control
4 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: cruise control.
When pulling a travel trailer with my 2006 f350 sd Ford on cruise control at hwy speeds (70 MPH) on a hill the truck will lose speed to 65-66 MPH the torque converter unlocks and the vehicle will accelerate to 74-76 MPH still on the hill. Cresting the hill it will return to 70 MPH. Ford says this operation meets…
The contact owns a 2006 Ford 350 super duty. The contact stated he was driving on the interstate at about 65 MPH. He stated that when he approached where the bridge hits the highway, which was just a little pavement, he was unable to control the vehicle due to it's accelerating. The driver states he kept easing the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 Ford F-350 SD recalls
Lights: brake lights
Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Full defect summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Violent front end oscillation
Summary
This investigation was opened based on 78 consumer complaints of severe suspension and steering wheel oscillations after the subject vehicles traveled over an uneven surface.odi was concerned about these complaints because many of them alleged loss of control and the loss of control occurredat speeds above 50 miles per hour.at the time these complaints were received, odi was also aware of the tsb 07-10-10 and early warning field reports that discussed the shimmy condition on the subject vehicles.since opening this investigation, odi has confirmed, based on consumer complaints, warranty data, testing conducted by vrtc, and odi inspection of complaint vehicles, that the owners of the subject v
Violent front end oscillation
Summary
Odi has received 78 consumer complaints of severe suspension and steering wheel shimmy and oscillations commencing after the subject vehicles traveled over an uneven road surface. The majority of these incidents occurred at speeds of 50 MPH or greater.thirteen of the complaints received by odi allege loss of steering control and that the vehicle changed driving lanes uncontrollably.four of the complaints received by odi allege that the vehicle left the road surface as a result of the violent suspension and steering wheel oscillations.in one case the consumer alleges that after the vehicle left the road surface, it crashed into a wooded area.additionalfactors contributing to the opening of th
Questions about the 2006 Ford F-350 SD
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford F-350 SD?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (45 complaints, typically around 48,000 miles); suspension (43 complaints, typically around 31,000 miles); engine (21 complaints, typically around 63,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 Ford F-350 SD have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 13, 2011 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the Ford F-350 SD?
- It is 12th of 27 F-350 SD model years by number of complaints, with 127 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.