2004 Ford F-250 SD: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Apr 12, 2012 · Electrical · 24,994 miles · HI

In 2004 I purchased this vehicle brand new. Subsequent expenses to maintain this vehicle in working condition have been extensive. 11/16/05- fuel injector wiring repair, exhaust pressure replacement, air cooler duct replacement (warranty) 11/1/06 - water in fuel light, throttle unexplained acceleration. 1/8/07- runaway throttle stalling, hesitation. 10/31/07- stalling, hesitation replaced main wire harness. Replaced elbow on turbo.12/5/08- egr cooler failed, turbo had water and rust, replaced same. 10/15/09- replaced starter ficm module. 1/15/10 replaced ipr valve & vgt solenoid, egr cooler failed again. 6/8/10- diesel head stud parts for repair. 6/24/10 - regulatory & kit, gasket-cylinder. 7/7/10- head stud modify. 7/20/10- replaced high pressure oil pump & power steering pump. I have spent $15,135.17 more for repairs that seem to be repetitive and very expensive. Based on the repair record I think that even you would say that there is something very wrong with this vehicle's engine. I have had this truck for eight years and have finally contacted ford motor company only to learn that they are unable to assist with the cost of any repairs beyond the normal warranty provisions.

Filed Jan 25, 2011 · Electrical, Engine · 125,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford f-250 super duty. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic where he was advised that the fuel injection control model had failed. The mechanic informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v270000 (electrical system wiring ). The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was advised that the recall was performed on the vehicle in 2005 prior to the most recent failure. The manufacturer did not advised whether the fuel injection control module was replaced or the injection control pressure sensor, both of which were included in the recall. The failure and current mileage was 125,000. Update 3/8/11 *cn the consumer stated when he attempted to start the vehicle, it wouldn't start. He noticed the fuel gauge was reading empty. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. It was discovered the fuel injection control module had failed. Also, egr valve was replaced three times which caused loss of power and hesitation. Updated 05/19/11

Filed Aug 11, 2010 · Engine · 60,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford f-250 super duty. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH white smoke began to come from the exhaust and the vehicle started to hesitate and shut off. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the egr(exhaust gas recirculation system) was not working properly and needed to be replaced. The egr was being replaced by the dealer when the complaint was filed. The egr was replaced twice. The contact stated that the manufacturer needed to issue a recall on the engine since numerous owners has experienced the problem. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Mar 15, 2010 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 140,000 miles · GA

My 2004 ford f250 superduty truck ran very rough and stalled in my front yard; and would not crank again. On october 5 2009, I had purchased it pre-owned from dealer, william mizell ford, on conditions and that they agreed to provide a carfax report. Well , they hesitated and two months later, after the truck had stalled, I was told too bad it was sold as is.

Filed Jan 26, 2008 · Engine · 7,000 miles · CA

2004 f250 crew cab diesel 4x4 check engine light cam on at 7,800 mi after truck died when driving took it in they said nothing was wrong, 200 miles later I started loosing power , and stalling kept recurring, they got a code that read internal failure, erratic back pressure in exhaust . They put a new sensor in it made no difference still stalling 20,000 mi took it in again, for stalling , lack of power bad fuel mpg, hesitating on take off . Check engine light on , and a loud clunking in the front passenger side . They put a new sensor in , an no difference at 26,000 they replaced the turbo it ran good for a week or so but fuel mpg never improved and it slowly lost power again , and all the other issues still remain the same. I got under the truck and had to locate the problem and found that the leaf spring was loose and caused the bushings to be destroyed, they wouldn't fix any of it , and I paid for a 2000 extended warranty . Im currently trying to get other owners of the 6.0 diesel motors to get together a file a class action suit .

Filed Oct 30, 2007 · Engine · 115 miles · CA

Vehicle loss of power and whine noise from motor and /or turbo causing truck to have major hesitation and lack of power at freeway and surface street speeds--several time this happens when driving on a regular basis.

Filed Mar 15, 2007 · Engine · 17,000 miles · NM

I have an ongoing problem with my 2004 f250 with the 6.0l powerstroke diesel engine. The vehicle has a problem in the mornings after it has not run for several hours, it smokes, runs rough, and has severe hesitation. Forb has a tsb regarding this issue but they were unable to fix it. The smoking and rough running is merely an inconvenience, but the hesitation is a huge safety concern. The vehicle will operate at idle speeds but once the throttle is depressed the vehicle will not accelerate. This condition can last as long as several minutes. I have had a number of near accidents upon leaving my driveway or parking lots and pulling into traffic. Once in traffic the vehicle wouldn't accelerate. This condition occurs nearly every morning, especially in the winter, and has resulted in a number of near crashes. The tsb states that this is a common problem that mainly occurs after the vehicles have 15000 miles. I first reported my problem to ford at 17,000 miles. I have had the vehicle back to the dealer numerous times and they just don't know what else to do but the dealer admits there is a problem. Feel free to contact me for more questions. The service manager, dean, at rio valley ford has extensive knowledge on my truck also.

Filed Aug 26, 2005 · Electrical, Transmission · 14,000 miles · CA

Turbo lag, stall, hesitation, electrical.

Filed Jul 21, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · 1,500 miles · CO

Engine stalls, hesitation, rough running, would not start, heavy smoke exhaust