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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Ford F-350 suspension problems
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When does it fail?
Of the 7 suspension complaints filed for the 2007 Ford F-350, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Suspension accounts for 19% of all owner complaints filed against this vehicle, across 5 categories tracked.
No new NHTSA suspension complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 15 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS - NOISE. UPDATED ON 02-27-07.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
I have a 2007 f-350 harley davidson cc at highway speeds mostly in corners but also on straightaway, the truck starts shake violently, almost uncontrollable. To get this to stop, I have to slow way down and almost stop. This problem has been reported to the dealer, where they replaced some of the front steering components. I was told that the problem was fixed, but about 100 miles down the…
I just recieved a letter from Ford (literature program 09l02) talking about the shimmy condition on Ford trucks. They say to correct your tire pressure. I have my tire pressure set by the local dealer on a regular basis and believe me that does absolutely nothing to prevent this shimmy problem. At 40 to 60 MPH it can actually throw the truck sideways. This letter (09l02) to me is just a cover up…
2007 f350 shakes violently on hwy. Over 60 MPH almost causes major accident. Truck still does it when I am hauling heavy loads and when empty. *tr
There is a severe shaking in my Ford f30 super duty truck that iis getting worse. Started out as going over bumps or around corners . Took it to dealer right after I bought it. They said needed aligning. Then after charging me for it said everything was ok(failing to note my tire depth on paper,which tire tread was excellent). Took it back several months later when it continued to get worse and…
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Ford f350. While driving 55 MPH and higher, the front end of the vehicle shakes violently and becomes uncontrollable. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The current mileage was 9,670 and failure mileage was 700.
Ford death wobble. Truck shakes violent and almost loses control driving at 60 miles per hour.
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2007 Ford F-350?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 7 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $900 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Based on the 7 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 41,750 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension 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 suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension 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.