One problem related to steering gear box sector shaft has been reported for the 2000 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: the contact stated while driving 35 mph the sector shaft of the steering gear box snapped off causing the vehicle to lose power steering resulting in a crash into an embankment. This crash caused damage to the front and passenger side of the vehicle. The contact and passenger suffered minor injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent body shop. Updated 7/21/2006 -.