Steering Problems of Ford F-550

Ford F-550 owners have reported 26 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering gear box sector shaft (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Ford F-550

The Steering problem

No recall information found unrepaired recall information was not found for this VIN 2025 F-550 please create a campaign# for the following safety recalls* fuel injector return line replacement recall incomplete brake booster pushrod retainer spring recall incomplete steering column inspection   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box Sector Shaft problem

- the contact stated that the driver of a 2000 f550 super duty truck was traveling less than 5 mph when the driver made a hard left u-turn and then a hard right and the steering shaft snapped, causing a loss of control. The failure mileage was 26,188.   Read details...

The Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problem

The vehicle's steering wheel locked up at 30 mph, in which the consumer had to use the emergency brake to stop. Ph the power steering hose had popped out causing a loss of steering and brakes. Scc   Read details...

The Steering Gear Box problem

While driving, the steering wheel started shaking uncontrollably without warning. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the steering box shaft needed replacement.   Read details...

The Power Steering Light On problem

While driving the truck down the interstate the reduced engine power light will illuminate and the truck will begin to lose speed and the engine will die, resulting in difficult steering and braking. The Ford dealer has indicated this issue is being caused by water contamination in the fuel,   Read details...




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