TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE DROVE OVER A ROAD BUMP AT 30 MPH AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE UNCONTROLLABLY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AS IT STEERED INTO THE ONCOMING LANE OF TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT RELEASED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND REGAINED CONTROL AS THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAI…
2006 Ford F-350 steering problems
severe 50 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
50
Recalls
0
Crashes
5
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F-350. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING BECAME LOOSE AND THE VEHICLE SIDESWIPED A DUMP TRUCK. THE DRIVER WAS WEARING A SEAT BELT, BUT SUSTAINED BRUISES TO HIS CHEST. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP FOR AN ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A HOSE LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. AFTER THE HOSE WAS REPLACED, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE …
2006 FORD F350 SUPERDUTY DIESEL DRIVING ON THE FWY MAKING A CURVE ABOUT 55MPH THE FRONT END STARTS TO HOP VIOLENTLY AND BOUNCING. ALMOST LOST CONTROL DUE TO OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD. I HAD TO APPLY MY BRAKES ON THE FWY IN A VERY UNSAFE MANNER AND LOCATION CAUSING CAR BEHIND ME TO VEER OFF IN MANY DIRECTIONS AS I CAME TO A HALT. THIS LOSS OF CONTROL HAPPENED ABOUT A DOZEN TIMES NOW IN THE LAST 2YEAR…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F350 PURCHASED OCTOBER 2005. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS LESS THAN 45 MPH AND TOWING A 30 FOOT TRAILER IN LIGHT SNOW, THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY TURNED TO THE RIGHT. HE ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL BACK TO THE STRAIGHT POSITION, BUT IT TURNED IN A FULL 365 DEGREE TURN WITHOUT INTERFERENCE OF THE DRIVER. HE ATTEMPTED TO ADJUST THE WHEEL HOWEVER THE TIRES WOUL…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F-350 HEAVY DUTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE FOUR BOLTS ATTACHED TO THE ENGINE THAT CONTROLLED BRAKES AND STEERING. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN; HE WAS ALSO UNABLE TO STEER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FOUR BOLTS BROKE AND CAUSED THE FAIL…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2006 Ford F-350?
It's a meaningful issue. 50 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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