Dt*: the contact stated while driving the vehicle stalled and lost power. This occurred at various speeds, and in all incidents the vehicle restarted. The vehicle was later driven to the dealer, who replaced and reprogrammed the turbo-charger. However this did not remedy the problem. On the most recent visit to the dealer the turbo charger was replaced, but the problem still occurred. Updated 05/30/06.
2003 Ford F-350: sudden loss of power
5 of the 90 complaints about the 2003 Ford F-350 describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 12 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Sudden loss of power by model year
What owners say
2nd request fax re consumer's concerns re his 2003 ford f-350 6.0 l diesel truck due to loss of power/irreparable turbo lag.*mr the vehicle has been taken to the dealer several times but they have been unable to correct the problem. The problem has progressed to the point that the vehicle has complete loss of power at stop, particularly when in reverse. On two separate occasions the consumer was unable to backup an incline. Lots of exhaust smoke came from the tail pipe but there was no power.
While driving vehicle would lost power steering and brakes. Vehicle was taken to dealer for checkup, and results showed that oil was leaking inside the engine causing the problem.
Consumer stated while driving at 65-70 MPH vehicle suddenly lost power and shut down. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and had the problem resolved by replacing the fuel injection system. Currently, dealer indicated that the sensors were defective. Vehicle was back at the dealer for further evaluation. *ak the vehicle has broken a total of 5 different times as a result of this problem.
While driving approximately 70 MPH on highway, the vehicle stalled 4 separate times, which resulted in loss of power steering and brake control. Dealer advised the problem was corrected, but was unable to guarantee the vehicle would not stall again. *jb after the vehicle was picked up it stalled 15 times.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Lack of power, surge, and/or diagnostic trouble codes P2263 or P0299
- Low power and/or diagnostic trouble code P0299 or P2263 - turbocharger diagnostic service tip
- No start or constant engine misfire - fuel injection control module (FICM) diagnosis - 6.0L diesel
- Oil leak from front or rear of engine
- Oil/dust film at cac connections
- Oil leak that seems to be coming from head gasket area
- Low power condition and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2263
- Accessory drive belt squealing noise from the engine area when the engine fan clutch is engaged while...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Ford F-350 loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 2003 Ford F-350?
5 of 90 owner complaints about the 2003 Ford F-350 (6%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 2004.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Ford F-350?
There are 0 recalls and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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