Three problems related to power train driveline have been reported for the 2006 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2006 F-150.
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-150. While traveling in 4-wheel drive at 30-50 mph there was an unusual clunking noise coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed and there were no prior warnings. The current and failure mileages were 54,000. Updated 8/2/10 the consumer stated the vehicle pulled severly to the left and right. Updated 08/09/jb.
The contact owns a 2006 Ford f150. While driving 60 mph he heard clanging noises in the rear end of the axle. He then pulled over to inspect the vehicle, but he could not identify the cause. After several days while driving, the failure resurfaced. Upon further inspection he noticed that the carrier bearing and the drive shaft were loose. The manufacturer was notified and he was advised that the three year warranty expired , therefore, he would have to purchase a new drive shaft for $750. 00 plus labor. No repairs were made, and the vehicle was not drivable. The failure and current mileages were 29000. Updated 11/12/09 updated 11/16/09.
The integrated wheel end solenoid is prone to water from the cowl draining onto it, thus shorting out and allowing the 4x4 vacuum system to lose vacuum. When this happens, the truck's four wheel drive system engages unexpectedly and causes damage to the wheel hubs. Once this happens, the dealership costs are very expensive, requiring a new iwe solenoid, vacuum system, and front hubs.