FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Tire Issues:

  • Separation of tire layers and tread exposure
    
  • Tire burst from inside, ripping tread and exposing cords
    
  • Ply separation and tread deformation in multiple tires
    
  • Dry rot on tire walls
    

• 2. Fuel System Problems:

  • Fuel spillage due to return of unused fuel to a secondary tank
    
  • Strong odor of fuel due to rusted fuel straps and tanks
    
  • Fuel leaking from cracked filter housing
    

• 3. Brake Problems:

  • Severe corrosion and rupture of brake lines
    
  • Complete loss of brake system due to corrosion
    
  • Brake fluid leak leading to fire
    

• 4. Transmission and Engine Issues:

  • Multiple transmission problems including noise, stalling, and failure
    
  • Camshaft positioning sensor failures leading to engine stalling
    
  • Engine shutdowns and restarts while driving
    
  • Exhaust manifold bolts breaking and no gasket on exhaust manifold
    

• 5. Fire and Electrical Issues:

  • Fires caused by manufacturing defects in the speed control deactivation switch
    
  • Wiring harness catching fire
    
  • Fire starting from the cruise control switch
    

• 6. Structural and Mechanical Issues:

  • Breakage of inside bottom pulley/crankshaft
    
  • Severe corrosion and rusting of various components including oil pan, brake lines, and exhaust manifold
    
  • Steering issues due to failure of power steering hose
    
  • Problems with serpentine belts and tensioner assemblies
    
  • Vehicle shaking violently after hitting a minor bump