1999 Ford F-250 SD steering problems

Filed Dec 10, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 18,450 miles · NY

Brake lines, power steering lines, fuel lines, oil pan, valve covers, rear axle cover-all rotted and failed- loss of braking, steering, severe oil leaking.

Filed Nov 8, 2006 · Steering · 234,000 miles · MO

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.

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 51,000 miles · NY

Vehicle was backing out of a driveway and the steering wheel snapped. The pitman arm disengaged, causing the vehicle to lose steering power. Owner called the dealer for the part, but the dealership did not have the part. *ak pitman arm was replaced. Consumer adds all 4 ball joints need to be replaced.

Filed Apr 26, 2004 · Steering · 100,000 miles · OK · crash

I drive a ford f-250 crew cab super duty. I was driving down a main city street at 30 MPH when the steering gear sheared off, causing no steering control of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the mechanics urged us to contact ford due to this being a manufacturer's defect. The steering gear, shock, inner tie rod end, pitman arm, drag link, sway bar bracket, and link kit were replaced. Due to no control, I also side-swiped 2 parked cars.

Filed Feb 27, 2004 · Steering · 63,000 miles · IL · crash

While driving vehicle went over the median and flipped over about six times. Steering bar broke, driver lost control, and crashed head on to the guard rail.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Steering · 105,000 miles · WA · crash

Steering sector shaft fractured resulting in a rollover accident.

Filed May 1, 2003 · Airbags, Brakes · 113,000 miles · IA

Truck wanders on road and pulls when brakes applied, dealer was told of this problem since viehicle was purchased they never could find the problem. I have owned this viehicle for 3 years and have replaced brake pads 3 times and have had to replace the hubs twice myself at my expence out of warranty now. There was almost a fatality when I applied the brakes my truck pulled me into the ditch sliding and rocking from drivers side to passenger side up on two wheels. My airbag light flashes on and off. Who knows if they even work. My overdrive switch has been replaced 4 times and is broke again. Door ajar lite on constantly. But quality ford cant find or offer me some kind of solution. They need to be investigated.

Filed May 3, 2002 · Steering · WA

The vehicle lost control on a fairly straight road, the insured stated that there may be a steering defect. *yh claim# 12-0650-662

Filed May 3, 2002 · Steering · MO

While driving there was no steering, the vehicle crossed an inbound lane and went into a ditch, tire was blown and tie rod had broken. The insured stated that sector shaft in steering box sheared off causing the accident. *yh claim# 25-5439-822

Filed May 3, 2002 · Steering · LA

While the insured was braking the front end locked up causing vehicle to go off the road and clipped a mail box. *yh claim# 18-0389-582