2006 Ford F-350 SD engine problems

Filed Oct 15, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 109,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford f-350 sd. The contact stated that several failures occurred with the vehicle regarding the engine and electrical computer. The vehicle was taken to shamaley ford (11301 gateway blvd w, el paso, tx 79936) where the turbo, glow plugs, head gaskets, and the computer were replaced. Despite the repairs, the vehicle failed to start-up after multiple attempts. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Apr 3, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 75,000 miles · WV

Purchased this vehicle less than a year ago and was originally very pleased. Suddenly we are now experiencing the death wobble as other have described. The violent shaking of the front end. This usually occurs when you are approaching the speed of 60mph. We do not have to hit a bump for it to happen. The other complaint, is that we bought this truck with very low mileage for the year, ran great, looked great, very pleased until this last month when the check engine light came on and it seems to sputter. Put some high quality fuel injector cleaner in the truck, thinking it may be a injector sticking. Nope, didn't fix the problem. Light never went off. Took it to a dealership, they tested it and came back with your fuel tank is deteriorating putting little metal shards in your engine. You are looking at a potential full engine rebuild costing a minimum of $6000. This is unacceptable for any vehicle manufacturer to not recall a vehicle that has a serious known problem. We are stuck with this truck that is not worth the [xxx] paper the title is written on. It is tiring of reading all these similar complaints and no one is defending the consumers. At what point, does the manufacturer need to be held responsible to own up to the faulty equipment and fix the problems? When my child is killed because of the inability to control the vehicle due to the steering problems in the front end or that it stops running in the middle of the highway or downtown traffic because the fuel tank deteriorated for no reason and destroyed the engine. *tr information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Oct 23, 2014 · Engine · 96,000 miles · PA

2003-2006 ford f350 diesel with 6.0 have a chain of issues, but they refuse to fix it. The oil cooler fails, then the egr system fails, finally head gaskets fail. And to fix it, the cab has t come off and it costs thousands of dollars to fix. Ford fix your issue.

Filed May 16, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 79,000 miles · IN

This year along with other years have a problem with the egr valve and turbo. I understand that there was a deal where ford had to repair emergency vehicles with this same problem but not a normal everyday consumer. There are many complaints regarding this engine blowing head gaskets and egr valve issues which makes the truck suddenly have lose of power when driving along with other issues as smoking and engine lights going on. As you can read on line everyone that has had this problem is really frustrated and ford will not stand behind this engine. The diesel truck should not have this problem at 79000 miles. This is why we have purchased this vehicle. I would think a decision had been made to put this engine in trucks knowing that there was an issue would stand behind it. I guess not enough people have been killed yet or seriously hurt. Just because ford will not be reimbursed for the repairs they will not stand behind this problem after the warranty runs out. Which it has with us. I feel that something should be done. We have pulled a 15,000 lbs boat behind this truck and it could suddenly lost power and could have killed someone. Has my husband was driving it on a busy highway it suddenly lost power and starting smoking. Someone could have been seriously hurt but I guess because no one was and no one has been killed because of this problem no one will pay to repair. It is sad that our tax dollars help dig this car makers out of debt but they won't stand behind their workmanship. Why doesn't the safety board make ford repair this issue. Many people are really frustrated and would like ford to repair. It is not the consumers fault there was a bad engine. 2006 is not the only year. This is a large safety issue when you are driving and suddenly lose power on your vehicle at least I would think so.

Filed Dec 6, 2012 · Engine · 128,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f-350 sd. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the engine overheated due to the cylinder head gasket failing. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that there were no recalls for the failure and offered no further assistance. The manufacturer was notified who confirmed with the contact that there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 128,000.

Filed Sep 20, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · 61,547 miles · IN

Was driving on a heavy traffic highway, in the middle lane, and truck just quit running. This is unjustifiable!! Over $5000.00 in repairs to get to get this truck to run! Why hasn't ford issued a recall on this notorious problem on these diesel engines?! I will continue to pursue a class act lawsuit over this, I do believe there are enough ford owners very unhappy regarding these continuing issues.

Filed Sep 19, 2012 · Engine · MA

2006 ford f350 super duty. Attorney writes on behalf of client in regards to reimbursement for repairs *tgw the consumer noticed smoke billowing out of the exhaust. Shortly thereafter, a warning light appeared on the dashboard and the vehicle lost power. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where they replaced the turbo under warranty. Two months later, the problem occurred again. The vehicle was promptly taken back to the dealer, where the turbo was replaced again. Three months later the turbo was replaced for a third time. On april 20, 2012 the consumer experienced the failure again. He noticed smoke and the vibration was getting progressively worse each time the turbo failed. When he went back to the dealer, he was informed it would cost $212.00. On april 23, 2012 the truck began billowing a thick cloud of smoke upon being started. The next day, the vehicle continued to stall as the consumer attempted to make his way to the dealer. Upon his arrival at the dealer, the vehicle finally stalled for good and would not re-start. The total cost for the repairs were $ 5,715.41. *jb updated 09/26/12

Filed Oct 2, 2011 · Brakes, Engine · 64,000 miles · MO

I have a 6.0 motor in my truck. Since last oct, 2010 I have had this truck in shop more times then what it is worth. I have had five fuel injectors replace, head gaskets, one head, rear end replace and now my turbo is going out on this motor. I also had the tow box replace. This truck has cost me more then what it is worth. I am very upset with this knowing that ford was a good truck made in america., the total cost for all my problems ended up to be $18000.00 this is not right>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>the truck not worth this my mileage is only 184xxx and hours are 4861.9 I feel like I got suck in a lemon from the factory. Never receive any information on this truck if their were problems.. Where I live there are about 200 or more people with the same problems.

Filed Aug 17, 2011 · Engine · 26,828 miles · TN

I had a 05 ford super duty 6.0 liter diesel that had 3 new turbo's put on due to skoring. Ford replaced all 3. When turbo's go out you loose power. I have a 06 super duty that has 26828 miles. The warranty just went out 6/16/11. Ford had to put on another turbo because it was skored. Ford did pay $750 and I had to pay $1142. I was going down highway and lost power and had to limp home pulling a 5th wheel camper. I have read where ford has had a lot of problems with the 6.0 liter diesel engine. I am upset that ford that ford did not cover this problem fully because of all problems they have had with the engine. The property damage below was just to the turbo itself. I am wondering if you as an agency have had other complaints like this and to see if their are any recalls or are going to be any recalls on this problem. The engine only had 26828 miles on it and I do not drive it every day because I have a department vehicle. To drive to work because I am on call 24/7. I voiced my concern to ford and now I am voicing my concern to this agency.

Filed May 18, 2011 · Acceleration, Engine · 96,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford f-350 sd. The contact stated while the vehicle was idle with pressure applied to the brake pedal the it lunged forward with a sudden increase in the rpms. In addition, an unexpected acceleration occurred when the vehicle was in motion. The failure occurred sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions for the similar failures. The technician stated the failure was contributed to the diesel fuel consumed in the vehicle. They also recommended the manifold and erg valve be replaced. After the erg valve was replaced the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was not made aware of the acceleration defect. There were no additional repairs performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.