Steering Column Problems of Ford F-250

Vehicle (2019 Ford f250 XLT) experienced what is commonly referred to as the "death wobble". When hitting a bump or irregularity along the interstate, at highway speeds (70 mph and above), the entire vehicle and steering column shook violently and was uncontrollable. I experienced this event twice on a recent trip out of state, with my grandchildren in the vehicle. I immediately stopped at a mechanic shop, and described the event to the mechanic, who informed me that this is a common problem with the Ford f250, and although there are measures than can be implemented to reduce the issue with the faulty front end suspension and design, the "death wobble" will most likely continue. I have spoken with several other Ford f250 owners who are experiencing the same issue with their vehicles. These vehicles are unsafe to drive at highway speeds, and are putting the occupants of the vehicle, and and other highways travelers in the vicinity of the vehicle, at risk of injury or death. As far as video documentation of the incident, please go to you tube, and enter Ford f250 "death wobble". You will see several instances of this event. In speaking with the Ford motor company, I was informed that the front end of the f250s were re-designed in the year 2020, and that the "death wobble" is no longer an issue. This does nothing to help the people who purchased the f250s between 2011 and 2019. Thank you.

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Driving about 60 miles per hour on a state maintained highway I hit a small depression in the road and the front end of the truck and the steering column started to shake violently to the point I had very little control of the vehicle. I was able to pull over and stop. I understand there is a class action lawsuit against Ford describing the death wobble effect. That description is exactly what I experienced.

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Tl the contact owns a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at 50 mph, the vehicle loss power steering assist without warning after driving over a pothole. The vehicle resumed normal drivability after a few seconds. The vehicle was taken to courtesy Buick GMC abbeville (1201 u s 167, abbeville, la 70510) where it was diagnosed and determined that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

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2019 f250 king ranch purchased new in late June 2019. Front shimmy (also referred to as "death wobble"), started occurring at around 16,000 miles. The front wheels, suspension, steering column, etc,. Will shake violently after passing over a bump, such as an expansion joint, potholes, or pavement overlaps at 60 mph or greater. Happens mostly during interstate/highway driving. Violent shaking will not stop until vehicle has slowed to < 25 mph. As soon as problem started, the truck was taken to the dealer service department. Parts replaced as stated on the attached invoice dated 12/10/19. This did not correct the problem, so the vehicle was taken back to the dealer service department. The parts replaced are stated on the attached invoice dated 12/26/19. This did not correct the problem and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer service department on 1/14/20. The service manager stated that they are encountering the same issues with other f250 owners, especially with the 2017-2020 models. The parts manager ordered what he referred to as a "sleeve" that he hoped would fix the problem, but the part is on back-order for 4-8 weeks. The dealership will not provide a replacement vehicle for the time being, so I am forced to drive an unsafe vehicle.

While driving on the highway between speeds of 55-70 mph when you hit a bump or uneven terrain the whole front end of the truck including the steering column will shake violently until you brake and bring the speed below 40 mph. This is not safe and could cause a major accident.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250 sd. While driving various speeds, the radio and bluetooth system became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the computer system failed and needed to be reset. Also, the radio switches failed on the steering wheel. After the repair, the technician stated that the switches were active and more diagnostic testing was needed. The contact was later informed that the housing unit for the steering column housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the manufacturer stated that the parts would not be available until next year. The failure mileage was 13,200.

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Has a hissing sound under the passenger side ,has been giving us upset stomachs and sometimes head aches,just plain sick feeling, when the ac and defrost are on. Also from end abs seems to engage when going around a bend and then supposedly the auto correct kicks in and tries to correct the truck pulling steering wheel. Was told they tested one truck and it did it one time,this is after they put in countless hrs on labor plus a $1000 into a new steering column and determined that it is normal operating condition. Didn't buy it for this god for sake noise . As for the hissing,told me to detail the truck and that they were not going to do anymore for this. This has been going on since the first week of buying this truck. Over and over to the dealership,they keep putting new parts on. If this is normal operating conditions,than why don't they know what to replace and keep putting more test and parts. No answer on the hissing sound and very very rude managers at dealership.

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The contact owns a 1996 Ford f250 diesel. The contact stated the steering column became very loose while driving. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was 77,600.

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The contact owns a 1996 Ford f250 diesel. The contact was entering a residential parking garage when the steering wheel completely fractured from the vehicle. The contact was able to maintain control of the vehicle and engaged the emergency brake to bring it to a stop. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop where the mechanic diagnosed the failure as a weak steering column which would require replacing. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 263,000.

I have a Ford f250 super duty. After hitting a small dip in the road, my steering column shook violently, back and forth. I was traveling only 30 mi per hour. Took to my dealer and they said nothing was wrong. Probably could be my tires. Bought new tires and a couple of weeks later,, the same thing happened again. If I was traveling any faster, I truly believe I would have lost control. I have been driving fire apparatus for over 29 years. And I know something is wrong here. Please do something before someone is seriously hurt or killed. I do not trust Ford.

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The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-250. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began to shake violently. The failure would recur intermittently. The vehicle was serviced by an authorized dealer on numerous occasions where the gear box and steering column were replaced. The failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer. The dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The failure continued to recur when driving between 40-60 mph. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 26,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

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The contact owns a 1997 Ford f250. The steering column began shaking from left to right and then locked. The contact applied force to the steering wheel to unlock it and the shaft bearing failed. The dealer stated that the trust bearing was on back order and they did not know when the part would be available. The contact stated that this was the second failure he experienced with the steering. The speed was unknown. The current mileage was 147,000 and failure mileage was 146,000.

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The contact owns a 2007 Ford F-250 sd. The contact noticed that the steering column and wheels vibrate abnormally. Speed was not a factor during the failures. His control of the vehicle was significantly reduced. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the failure was a normal characteristic of the vehicle. He called the manufacturer and is waiting for a response. The failure mileage was 300 and current mileage was 31,100.

When driving steering wheel feels real loose. It moves very easily up or down without using the adjustment lever. Took vehicle to mechanic, and cause of problem has not been determined.

While traveling on the highway the steering column has a lot of play inside of the steering wheel. Please provide additional information dealer is aware of the problem. Ts.

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While traveling on the highway and without prior warning the consumer lost control of the vehicle, this failure was as a result of the steering column locking up. Please furnish additional information dealer is aware of the problem.

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Consumer stated there was a squeak in the steering wheel when making turns, also the steering was hard to adjust on tilt wheel.

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Vehicle was taken to a service technician because the steering wheel was very loose. Technician replaced several parts within the steering column.