2001 Ford F-250 suspension problems

15 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 15
of this car's complaints: 7%
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Front
5
Rear
2
Front: wheel bearing
1
Front: control arm: lower ball joint
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford F-250 suspension problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2001 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 8, 2011 · Steering, Suspension · 65,000 miles · CA

After traveling over small bumps, like railroad tracks most recently, at around 30mph, one front wheel started bouncing violently, making vehicle loose control until truck could be brought to a stop. Had experienced this numerous time in the past but thought problem was solved by adding a steering stabilizer a few years ago. Problem has returned. Each time, this has nearly resulted in a catastrophic accident.

Filed Jun 9, 2003 · Suspension · 341 miles · PA

Vehicle's front left and right lower ball joints failed at different times not from usual wear and tear. Lower ball joints had to be replaced.

Filed Dec 31, 2002 · Suspension · 55,000 miles · TX

Consumer stated "wheel bearing is a manufacture defect". Dealer contacted and states that the part was a field defect. Please provide additional information. Ts

Filed Oct 15, 2002 · Suspension · CA

This incident was a complete shock: I had just put my truck in reverse to back-up and the front axle completely fell- the right hand wheel collapsed: I have pictures. Mr

Filed Jul 22, 2002 · Steering, Suspension · IL

Truck tends to wander across the road when it hits a seam in the road. Owner has taken truck to dealership several times for replacement of steering box, which was replaced 3 times. Cause of failure is still unknown. Please describe details.

Filed Apr 29, 2002 · Suspension · MI

Ongoing problem with vibration while driving. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Apr 3, 2002 · Locks, Steering · CA

Consumer stated there was a squeak in the steering wheel when making turns, also the steering was hard to adjust on tilt wheel.

Filed Mar 25, 2002 · Suspension · MO

While traveling at 40 to 65 MPH vehicle swerves from side to side. Sometimes it's hard to steer vehicle. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information.

Filed Mar 12, 2002 · Body, Steering · PA

On several occasions, the power steering is weak or non-existing when putting foot on the brake and driving in slow conditions. Dealer states this is normal, consumer also states that tail gate does not open, stabilizer link replaced. *ak

Filed Feb 26, 2002 · Suspension · AZ

Rear axle seal failed and was leaking lubricant into the drivers side wheel rim and braking components. If gone unnoticed this could potentially cause failure of the left side braking system in the rear of the vehicle.

Questions about the 2001 Ford F-250 suspension

Does the 2001 Ford F-250 have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Ford F-250, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Ford F-250 suspension problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Ford F-250 suspension?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford F-250 have bad suspension?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most suspension complaints are 2012 (125 complaints), 2011 (111 complaints) and 2006 (85 complaints).