TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250 SD. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS WORKING UP TO SPECIFICATIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
2011 ford F-250 suspension problems
moderate 51 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900
Complaints
51
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$900
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250 SD. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, A LOUD CLUNKING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT TWO LEAF SPRINGS FRACTURED ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE. AS A RESULT, THE LEAF SPRINGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. A YEAR LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE …
I HAVE EXPERIENCED A VIOLENT WOBBLE IN MY FRONT END OF THE 2011 FORD 250 CREW CAB DIESEL. HAVE TAKING IT TO A FORD DEALER FOUR TIMES , THEY SAY THAT THEY CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 50+ THE TRUCK SHIMMIES SO BAD I HAVE TO SLOW DOWN TO ALMOST A STOP TO STOP THE SHIMMY. I'M AT THE POINT WHERE IT FEELS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2011 ford F-250?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 51 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?
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 $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.
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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