Ford F-350 harsh shifting problems

Filed Mar 8, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · OR

2014 Ford F350 Super Duty Platinum 4x4 Diesel: Steering wheel started with small vibrations (90,000 miles), had Ford tell us that we needed a new track bar and bushing, so replaced it. Still having small vibrations in the 45-60 mph range. Then Ford said tie rod ends could be causing the problem did have some movement in the drag link, so replaced those, still having vibration. Had sound and clunking coming from steering box, so installed new steering box and pitman arm, and the small vibration has morphed into serious death wobble, and the pickup becomes almost uncontrollable until slowing down to under 45mph. Replaced all 4 shocks and the steering stabilizer. Sadly, the Ford dealership doesn't really seem to want to acknowledge there is a problem and work to fix it, and yet a quick internet search becomes extremely distressing quickly. To think, that you (NTSB) and Ford is likely going to wait until there is an accident before owning up to the fact that this is problematic and should be dealt with appropriately. They have offered to replace the steering stabilizer for 2017 or newer, even though they know it affects models as early as 2005. Clearly, neither you (NTSB) or Ford care about the people, it's just all about the dollar and CYA (Cover your [XXX]). INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Filed May 12, 2014 · Acceleration, Suspension · 50,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-350. The contact stated that whenever he would accelerate from a stop, the vehicle would make a loud clunking noise. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 53,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2012 · Transmission · 5,000 miles · OH

Upon acceleration transmission goes into neutral between 2nd and 3rd gear allowing the motor to race while the truck goes into coast only mode. This can put you at the mercy of oncoming traffic if pulling on to the road. Hard shifts in the upper gears both up shifting and down shifting, often bone jarringly hard. This causes the truck to break traction with the road when wet, snow covered or with loose gravel present. My last experience with this nearly caused me to jack knife a trailer on a steep snow covered downgrade. This is not an uncommon problem there several post about it at http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f149/, http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/6-7-tranny-problems/ and others, probably just the tip of the iceberg. Dealer originally dealer said it was not a problem now they say my warranty is up give us $199.99 and we will do up to two hours of testing. There is a tsb on this but it doesn't appear to work for everyone. If this were a recall ford would have to address the safety of all involved.

Filed May 5, 2005 · Suspension · 65,000 miles · NY

Consumer states: the consumer heard a squeaking and clunking noise from the ball joints while turning corners. The ball joints failed because there were no grease fittings. The dealer installed new ball joints and grease fittings.

Filed Sep 17, 2004 · Transmission · 300 miles · MA

There is a loud "clunk" from underneath the vehicle when taking off after putting the transmission in drive. The "clunk" happens about 5 to 10 feet after you begin moving forward and sometimes also when the vehicle shifts from 1st to 2nd gear and 2nd to 3rd gear. *akthe "clunk" can not only be heard but also felt in the floorboards of the vehicle. Sounds as if something in the transmission as let go.

Filed Oct 17, 2001 · Transmission · WI

Purchased this truck new from the dealer at 51,000 miles they had to rebuild the transmission truck then worked good for a while then they had to replace the trans computer at my expense now at 81,000 miles the transmission is doing the same thing as at 51,000 miles I was told by the dealer that the transmission is only covered for 12,000 miles I feel ford should be responsible for this seeing as there must be some sort of defect in this unit as others are having the same problem with hard shifting in an automatic from 1st to second and having passing gear kick in all the time.

Filed Jan 25, 2001 · Engine, Suspension · MI

Delivered new 22 mar. 1996. Taken in at 16768 miles on 10-dec. 96 for hard shifting of auto. Trans. Andoil leak from front main engine seal. Waas returned two wks. Later for rear engine seal leak. Mechanics replaced parts and adj. Trans. Engine oil leaks stopped, but still had trans. Shift problems. Front wheels begin to pull hard to left after being taken in to dealer to have tires rotated. They had to be forced off hub by two men. Front end alignements were done but at 65000 miles wheels still pull to the left. Firestone 235/85/16 tire was replaced because of cracks in belts between tread. Cost was prorated. Taken in 02 apr. 97. Still having shift problems with trans. Oil leak from engine oil pan and pump gasket. 30may 97 taken in for both headlight failure. Trans still hard to shift. Mechanics unable todetermine problem. In aug. 2000 truck was in again for shift problems and trans slipping. We had been driving in georgia, pulling a 36ft. Fifthwheel when trans. Had a hard time downshifting. The trans. Was locked out of overdrive was traveling about 65 MPH. And started up a hill when the trans. Wouldn't down shift. The truck slowed down to 40 MPH. In less than than 60 seconds, in heavy traffic and had problems pullin the rest of the way to michigan. This was late in the evening when shops are closed. By this time truck is out of warrenty but ford mtr. Co. And the dealership agreed to pay all but 75.00 of the repairs. The trans. Shfts smoother now but it's upshift hard on two occasions from third gear into overdrive. I've pulled the camper approximately 600 miles since the repair and the trans. Shifted much smother. My problem now is with my automatic locking 4x4 hubs. I'v used the 4 wheel drive maybe 10 times in mud and snow, never on a hard surface and always released the hubs when disengaging the drive. The hubs went out on 13jan.2001 while in reverse after traveling through snow in my driveway. Hope other owners have better luck.

Filed Feb 3, 2000 · Suspension · AZ

Ongoing problem with a clunking sound from the front while driving and pulling to the right. Vehicle been in/out of dealer's shop on severaloccasions, and problem is still reoccurring.

Filed Oct 18, 1999 · Transmission · NY

I have had three replacement transmissions model: (e-4od). I now have 48,000 on my truck and I need a fourth transmission. The problem consists of poor shifting (hard shifts, untimely shifting, shifts into od when it is off, and you must depress gas pedal moderatley to proceed in reverse) I reported this problem initially on nov of 98, and the dealership replaced the transmission each time free of charge but they only would put a re-manufactured transmission in it due to they meet the same specs. As new transmissions. I had the engineer from ford at my dealership two weeks ago and he found no problems but the technician that normally provides service on my truck stated it was not acting up for some reason on that day. I know there have been multiple problems with this transmission, (the town of wallkill, ny dial-a-bus has- I think over 80 replacement e-4od transmissions - it is also serviced at village ford) I have also found out from other f-series diesel automatic owners that many have had problems with theirs. I feel I have had the run-around by ford and I am very dissatisfied with this vehicle. Please look into this problem - I didnot find any info on your web site but I know there are many technical service bulletins on this component. Thank you in advance! - kurt hahn

Filed Mar 29, 1998 · Transmission · CA

Harsh shifting of transmission.