2006 Ford F-350 SD recalls and problems

The 2006 Ford F-350 SD has 1 safety recall and 127 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
127
Crashes / fires
5 / 1
Injuries / deaths
5 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Ford F-350 SD vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Ford F-350 SD recalls

Recall 11V-352: Exterior Lighting

Reported Jul 13, 2011 · 26,715 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (Slider) that may experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.

Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on august 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

2006 Ford F-350 SD problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Steering48
Suspension44
Engine and Engine Cooling20
Tires15
Fuel System, Diesel15
Electrical System9
Wheels8
Power Train5
Engine5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Fuel System, Gasoline3
Fuel/Propulsion System3

Most reported parts

  • Suspension › Front — 21
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 6
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 5
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 4
  • Tires › Sidewall — 3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger — 2
  • Power Train › Driveline — 2
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Ford F-350 SD complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 320,000 miles · reported Jan 17, 2018
There is a problem with the instrument cluster and the plugs. The dash goes dead, interior lights dont work. Power windows dont work radio shuts off. Vehicle runs improperly. The vehicle can be sitting or moving. I have done research and found ford trucks from as early as 2002-2008 have this issue. Its unsafeand a know issuewith these year ford truck f150-f450. A new dash is very expensive and used ones run the risk of the same issue happening again. The fix is simple, the cost is not. Theres videos on you tube dozens of forums. Excursion expeditions are also having the same issue. Im n the…
Suspension · at 139,000 miles · reported Jan 13, 2016
Death shimmy. Steering wheel shakes violently when a bump or discontinuity in the road is encountered. You cannot hold the steering wheel during this event. Cure is to reduce vehicle speed below 15 MPH. This is hazardous if traveling at high speed or pulling a trailer. As you cannot hold the wheel during this event, the vehicle will change lanes and presents a fatal hazard as you attempt to reduce speed from 65 MPH to below 15 MPH without steering control. Ford acknowledges the problem in letter 09l02 sent in 2009 and again in 2015. Their solution to properly inflate the tires is false as tire…
Tires · at 27,000 miles · reported Sep 30, 2015
Purchased tires on 2/27/2013 . Tires have 27,441 miles on them. They were originally warrented for 40 months or 50,000 miles. All 4 tires have sidewall cracking close to the wheel rim. Dot #'s are utot hwb 4212,utot hwb 5012, utot hwb 5012, utot hwb 5012
Service Brakes · at 96,738 miles · reported Sep 4, 2015
The contact owns a 2006 ford f-350 sd. While driving 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the bolts that attached the brake booster and the brake master cylinder fractured, resulting in total brake failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,738.
Fuel System, Diesel · at 30,100 miles · reported Sep 3, 2015
This vehicles issues began with the galvanizing of the interior of the fuel tank flaking off and getting into the fuel system. It is a diesel. It has been to the shop to have the fuel tank replaced, injectors replaced, high pressure fuel pump replaced to name a few. All after the fuel tank problem. Since then the vehicle has shut down a number of times while on the highway. This is extremely hazardous to lose all power. Fortunately our drivers have been able to maneuver it off the highway before causing an accident. Ford has denied having a problem with their fuel tanks; however, when we…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Ford F-350 SD: 11V-352 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Ford F-350 SD?

Owners report steering problems most often (48 reports), followed by suspension (44). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.