2003 Ford F-250 SD steering problems

Filed May 28, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 170,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 228,000.

Filed May 3, 2012 · Steering · 85,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250 sd. The contact stated the steering wheel was loose while driving. The failure made it very difficult to control the vehicle, especially when making a left or right turn. The dealer advised the contact that the failure was caused by the pitman arm. The dealer also stated there was a technical service bulletin (16515) for the pitman arm and there was no recall. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 87,000.

Filed May 24, 2010 · Steering · 60,000 miles · NC

The front end vibrates and oscillates when I hit a bump or rough road conditions driving between 30 and 50 MPH. There is more slack in the steering, and I have to speed up above 50 MPH or slow down below 30 MPH or jerk the wheel from side to side in order to stop the shaking. This occurs every time we drive the truck. The tires have been checked, and from researching, it appears that there is a faulty steering box, but ford refuses to acknowledge the defect.

Filed Feb 27, 2009 · Steering, Suspension · 47,000 miles · CA

I read of your investigation into 05 and later ford truck "death wobble" shaking causing massive instability while driving. The problem goes back way further but I have an 03 f-250 truck (and it is totally stock) and it begins to shake violently at about 50 MPH on any surface whether in straight line or turn. I have had many things looked at (alignment, wheel and tire balance, bushings, track bar, tie-rod ends, etc.) and "repaired" with no fix. Ford says everything is within "specs". The fact remains that it is a very, very dangerous situation to drive with especially with california traffic. I don't think ford wants to own up to it because of the huge financial ramifications of dealing with thousands of vehicles when in an already financially crippled state. Guess they should have been thinking about building a more stable vehicle for their customers rather than the interior color choices on their latest company jet. I know this problem goes back into late 1980s when ford was told by you to fix the problem. I just don't want to die in my vehicle while searching for an adequate fix to the problem. Thanks

Filed Jun 23, 2008 · Brakes, Steering · 32,000 miles · PA

Ford f-250. Leaking high pressure hose from boster pump drained fluid. While exiting interstate highway, lost both brakes and steering. Almost impossible to stop and steer. Replaced fluid to get to dealer, meegan ford in mt. Pleasant pa. High pressure hose replaced. I paid. I have old part. Fitting rusted through.

Filed Dec 29, 2006 · Steering · 48,950 miles · MT

Tl*- the contact has a 2003 ford f-250 with 48950 miles, and power steering failed. The contact stated that it was very hard to turn the steering wheel. Although the power steering pump has been changed twice the failure continued. Speed was not a factor in the failure. The contact stated that he has the repair orders for the work that has been done.*ak the power steeerig failed twice. Updated 01/30/07.

Filed Nov 7, 2006 · Steering · PA

Dt*: the contact stated after coming to a stop under normal road conditions, when the brakes were applied; the steering would not turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who could not duplicate the problem. Also, the dealer determined that the build of the vehicle was normal, and therefore was no problem. The contact found complaints online similar to the problems the vehicle had. Updated 12/5/2006 -

Filed Jul 26, 2006 · Steering · 47,235 miles · MT

Dad*: the contact stated the steering wheel was tight and very difficult to turn either to the right or left. The dealership replaced two power steering pumps and the problem still persists. Updated 08/14/06.

Filed Apr 6, 2005 · Engine, Steering · 5 miles · NJ

The vehicle would lose power steering when applying the brakes. The power steering would return after letting off the brakes. The vehicle had been to the dealer on three separate occasions. The dealer changed various parts and the problem recurred. *ak the hydro boost was not operating properly and the engine had an oil leak due to the glow plug boss bar orings. *sc

Filed Mar 23, 2005 · Engine, Steering · PA

2003 f-250 super duty 4x4 gas. 46,000 miles. Found 2 broken exhaust manifold studs on passenger side of engine. While investigating exhaust leak also found 2 front ball joints bad. Ford states that it is out of warranty and that it is normal wear and tear. I find this unacceptable. This vehicle was purchased less than 3 years ago. Most of the miles are traveling between texas and pa. This is a 3/4 ton super duty truck. Ford needs to stand behind their product.