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 engine complaints
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Consumer request for reimbursement for engine replacement in the 2003 ford f350.*mr the consumer had a multitude of problems with the vehicle lacking power and blowing out white smoke, at times the vehicle would hesitate on start up, it jerked when the consumer attempted to accelerate, there was a rattling noise when the consumers foot was released from the accelerator. The intake manifold had popped lose. The consumer was told because an after market chip was installed in the vehicle, the engine would not be covered under warranty.
Turbo charger is on it's third failure and instalation. I only have 11,000 miles on the ford f-350, the wasted time on my end is rediculous. From what I heard ford and the dealerships are indundated with this problem, but they are refusing to recall.
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.
The consumer is experiencing tremendous coolant leakage, which is causing extreme over heating. The vehicle does not have any heat.
The consumer tried to start the vehicle, but it would not start. The consumer waited a couple of hours, went out and the vehicle started. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and the wiring harness was replaced. Four days later the vehicle would not start again, later on, the consumer was informed that the vehicle was on fire. The vehicle was totaled. *jb
While driving the turbo hose to the turbo charger continuously blew off. Consumer experienced this problem several times. Took vehicle to dealer to be repaired. However, problem recurred.
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.
While driving 70 MPH, the vehicle shut off. *ak the rear differentail made a grinding sound and shuddered when a turn was made.
Vehicle hesitate when trying to accelerate. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving vehicle stalled. Dealership indicated that this was due to a malfunction in the fuel injectors. The fuel injectors were replaced 8 times, and the egr valve was replaced twice.
While warming up the vehicle for more than fifteen minutes an exhaust smell came inside of vehicle, causing consumer to become ill. Driver was concerned that carbon dioxide poison gas was escaping inside of vehicle as well. Vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis. Dealership mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
A bad odor was coming from inside of the vehicle through the vents. Exhaust system was causing the smell. On one occasion, consumer had to pull over to the shoulder because he became very ill. Dealer was aware of the problem.
Consumer stated while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle started smoking and rattling. After pulling over to the shoulder to investigate the problem, the vehicle failed to restart. After taking the vehicle to the dealer, it was found the fuel injector was faulty and the engine failed. There were no indication light on at all. *ph all accounts took place approx. 11:30 p.m. On an extremely busy freeway. As of 08/20/03, ford had not complied with either replacing the engine or vehicle. *ph also the consumer stated the coolant was low, and there was steam coming from under the hood.
Vehicle wont move, when temperature is below o degree. Has to wait about a minute to warm-up. Dealer has inspected the vehicle and could not duplicate or correct the problem. (diesel engine)
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.
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