Steering Linkages Problems of Ford F-250

Ford F-250 owners have reported 17 problems related to steering linkages (under the steering category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford F-250 based on all problems reported for the F-250.

1 Steering Linkages problem of the 2019 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 06/02/2020

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, he noticed that the front end of the vehicle was shaking. The contact drove to a local mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed with a steering linkage failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,590.

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2 Steering Linkages problem of the 2017 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 08/01/2017

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 mph on uneven surface, the vehicle failed to remain in the lane. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with steering linkage damper failure. The steering linkage damper was replaced four times; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000.

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3 Steering Linkages problem of the 2006 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 04/02/2008

Steering shakes uncontrollable put on new stabilizer at 31,000 helped a little at 51,000 it is now unsafe to drive. It is now a kamakazi truck ready for its final ride. This truck should not be on the road. It's a 2006 Ford f250 sd 4x4.

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4 Steering Linkages problem of the 2006 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 12/28/2007

Death wobble in front end of the truck at 40-45 . The truck has been to the shop 4 times for it.

5 Steering Linkages problem of the 2006 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 10/28/2007

While driving at road speed of 50 mph or more the steering will shake after hitting a pot hole or rough pavement. The shaking is so bad that I have to put on brakes to regain control of the vehicle. I have had the steering stabilizer replaced by the dealer and I have installed new tires. The shaking has decreased, but still occurs at a lesser intensity.

6 Steering Linkages problem of the 1999 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 11/07/2006

1999 Ford F-250 sd (super duty diesel) pickup truck. On 11/07/06, the pickup truck was being operated on a paved highway in missouri. When the driver attempted to negotiate a curve, the steering failed, the truck continued straight (off-course), but driver was able to gently bring vehicle to a rolling stop. There was no impact or harsh driving involved. Inspection revealed that the hardened ("never supposed to break") steel bolt that connects the long tie rod to the pitman arm was completely broken in two. The failure of this bolt caused the complete loss of steering to the entire vehicle, causing the vehicle to continue on its straight course, until being brought to a halt by the driver. Inspecting mechanic was surprised by the complete failure of the vehicle's steering system.

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7 Steering Linkages problem of the 2006 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 01/26/2006

I have a 2006 Ford f250 superduty and when driving over 50mph and I hit a pot hole the front end bounces or shakes horribly. . It has done it numerous times every day driving on the freeway. . . If you could please check this out im sure all Ford owners would. Appreciate it.

8 Steering Linkages problem of the 2003 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 01/11/2006

2003 Ford f 250 4x4 alignment 6 times. . . This truck eats tires. . Friend has 2005 aligned 4 times. . . Dealer says not a problem. . . Must be as I had a 1991 for 12 years and not alignment problem.

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9 Steering Linkages problem of the 2004 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 10/01/2004

Truck failed to respond to steering. Attempting to correct for right drift truck crossed over left shoulder causing damage. Vehicle failed to respond to steering while consumer drove around a curve at 35 mph. After inspecting the vehicle the consumer found that the right front hub locking tab was positioned in lock while the left front was free. . Read more...

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10 Steering Linkages problem of the 1998 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 11/10/2002

While traveling at aprox. 25 mph the tie rod end on the right side disconnected with no warning causing that tire to turn out word with the other still straight. Then it happened to the other side while backing out of a parking spot about 2 months after the first time it had happened doing the same thing without any warning it would happen. These parts are poorly put on by the manufactuer. If I had been traveling on a highway at a greater speed this could have been a terible accident causing great injury or death to me or others. There is barely anything holding these ends on stopping them from coming off. The dealership now says it should replace all of the manufactuers parts just to be able to line the truck back out of course this is very expensive. I just need to know if theres any thing I can do to prevent further problem and see if this is a reaccuring problem with other trucks like mine from the Ford company. Dt.

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11 Steering Linkages problem of the 1997 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 04/10/2002

While driving down hill left front tie rod had come off. Left front wheel almost came off, causing vehicle to shake. Mechanic repaired tie rod and replaced ball joint.

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12 Steering Linkages problem of the 2000 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 08/13/2000

Information provided by owner's attorney, eric g. Kraft, of klenda, mitchell, austerman & zuercher, l. L. C. , ph. (316)267-0331, fax (316)267-0333. Please contact attorney for further information/details. Ford has been contacted and has denied that any such defect exists. Owner's insurer has determined that subject component is defective and refuses to cover the loss of the component, although has covered other loss associated with the collision.

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13 Steering Linkages problem of the 2000 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 05/03/2000

The insured was unable to steer while driving, the vehicle went into ditch and hit an embankment. The insured stated that one month after purchase the steering linkage broke, there was one injury. Claim# 48-5119-497.

14 Steering Linkages problem of the 1999 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 10/16/1999

Linkage came apart. Drag link and sleeve were stripped at threads. Replaced drag link and adjusting sleeve.

15 Steering Linkages problem of the 1997 Ford F-250

Failure Date: 07/01/1999

This incident occurred 2 different times, with both front tires in July of 99 and 00. Being that this happened twice on 1 vehicle and happened in such a critical area as the steering, I feel that there must have been more than 1 vehicle to which this has occurred. I feel obligated to report this as there has been no recall on these parts even though it happened to us twice on the same vehicle at low mileage. We were very fortunate that it happened at low speed. Your prompt attention would be greatly appreciated because we feel that there are lives at stake.

16 Steering Linkages problem of the 2000 Ford F-250

Question - I read in the newspaper that there was a problem with the some steering component of the f250 Ford pickup; however, the article did not elaborate. Could you please provide any additional information before I take it into the dealer. Informational, no safety defect listed.

17 Steering Linkages problem of the 1997 Ford F-250

Pitman arm assembly. I have an F-250 "light duty" 3/4 ton. I have a noise from the pitman arm assembly/gear box. I contacted a local dealership and the service manager indicated no recall on that component. However, he did say there was a recall on the expedition because of pitman arm problems. I understand that a dealership needs to lubricate this mechanism. I am concerned about steering safety and if the expedition was recalled, is this similar. Please respond via email. Thanks.



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