1986 FORD F-350 PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Vehicle fire incidents:

  • Vehicle fire started under dash while driving
    
  • Fire observed coming from the engine compartment while driving
    
  • Key/ignition switch overheating
    

• 2. Brake issues:

  • Brake failure, replaced all components
    
  • Corrosion of inner tie rod causing tie rod to break while driving
    
  • Brakes failing to stop effectively despite multiple replacements and system bleeding
    
  • Design flaw in rear hub causing gear oil spillage over rear brake shoes and improper braking system functioning
    
  • Broken weld causing seat to move back when brakes applied
    

• 3. Tire problems:

  • Multiple tire incidents, including blowouts and tire separations
    
  • Front tire blowout while driving
    
  • Tire blowout on light truck while driving at approximately 55mph
    

• 4. Electrical issues:

  • Headlight failure
    
  • Heat generating in steering column, wiring harness, fuse box burned
    
  • Windshield wiper failing to clean windshield on driver's side