2001 Ford F-350 steering problems

Filed Aug 23, 2022 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NC

Was driving down the rd came to stop light and I had nothing for breaks. I quickly pumped brake and got it to slowdown and made the turn. Went to pull into hospital and had no breaks even tried pumping it again and still had no breaks.

Filed Dec 10, 2021 · Steering · IL

The bracket on the passenger side that is welded to the bottom of the front axle is rusted completely through to the point that the u-bolts that secure the leaf springs to the axle have pulled through the bracket. It appears to be a significant safety issue due to the fact the front axle is no longer secured to the vehicle.

Filed May 6, 2016 · Steering · 63,400 miles · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-350. While the vehicle was stopped on any incline, the steering wheel lost power, locked up, and did not turn left or right. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who replaced the power steering pump, power steering gear box, and checked all components in the brake system. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was 63,400.

Filed Jun 15, 2015 · Steering · 37,000 miles · PA · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-350. While driving approximately 35 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel seized without warning and caused the contact to crash into another vehicle. The contact and the driver of the vehicle sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Filed Oct 28, 2013 · Steering · 78,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel shook violently and independently moved from side to side. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who replaced the stabilizing bar however the failure was not corrected. The failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 79,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2013 · Brakes, Steering · 28,320 miles · IL · crash

Steering gets hard and feels like it locks when you step on the brakes.

Filed Feb 7, 2012 · Steering · 190,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-350. The contact stated that while parked with the ignition on, he turned the steering wheel and the wheels did not turn. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the front tie rod would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

Filed May 11, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · TX

While driving at low speed and applying the brakes steering wheel locked, and could not turn to the right or left. Dealer admitted there was manufacturer's defect. *ak steering locked also at high speed.

Filed Sep 29, 2003 · Steering · NC · crash

Consumer stated while traveling 20 MPH and without any indication vehicle lost all steering power, resulting in a crash. Problem due to defective steering gear box.

Filed Jan 21, 2003 · Steering · CA

While applying the brake the steering locked up. The vehicle would not steer or move. Please fill in additional information, dealer is aware of the problem. Ph