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How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 79 of 93 complaints with a usable failure date.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Brakes
26 complaint records2 crash reports
"TRUCK PULLS HARD TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED IN A PANIC STOP. TRUCK ALSO IS HARD TO TURN WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED HARD.*AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Tires
17 complaint records2 crash reports
"RIGHT REAR TIRE..OUTER TREAD BLOCKS MISSING/TORN OUT FROM TIRE. *AK (TIRESIZE: LT2657516)( DOT NUMBER: TIRE SIZE: LT2657516 )..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse tires parts in the directory →
Power train
17 complaint records1 fire report1 crash report
"LUCKILY NO DAMAGE OR INJURY, HOWEVER THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF THIS CONTINUES TO OCCUR.NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA06012 opened Jun 2006 | closed Dec 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE STALLING - led to recall 07V553000 IN A DECEMBER 3, 2007 LETTER, FORD ADVISED NHTSA THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL TO REPLACE THE CAM POSITION SENSOR (CPS) IN APPROXIMATELY 1.2 MILLION SUBJECT VEHICLES TO ADDRESS REPORTS OF ENGINE STALLING.A NEW DESIGN CPS WITH IMPROVED PERFORMANCE AND... |
| PE06011 opened Feb 2006 | closed Jun 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE STALLING THE CAM POSITION SENSOR (CPS) PROVIDES A CRITICAL SIGNAL TO THE SUBJECT VEHICLE (SV) ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, THE LOSS OF WHICH RESULTS IN AN ENGINE STALL.DURING PE06-011, FORD STATED IN THEIR RESPONSE TO ODI THAT IT IS CONTINUING TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS... |
| DP05005 opened Sep 2005 | closed Jan 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD ON SEPTEMBER 6, 2005, ODI RECEIVED A PETITION REQUESTING THAT THE AGENCY INVESTIGATE ALLEGATIONS OF ENGINE SPARK PLUG EJECTION IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1997 THROUGH 2004 FORD VEHICLES WITH TRITON V-8 AND V-10 ENGINES.ODI RECEIVED A TOTAL OF 474 NON-DUPLICATIVE... |
| SQ00018 opened Nov 2000 | closed Mar 2001 | Steering | STEERING SECTOR SHAFT FRACTURE There is no summary currently available |
| SQ00005 opened Feb 2000 | closed Jun 2000 | Power Train | POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND BRAKING There is no summary currently available |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99V265000 | Vehicle Speed Control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SUPER DUTY TRUCKS AND CHASSIS-CABS EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L MANUAL TRANSMISSION POWERTRAINS. | Normally free |
| 98V304000 | Vehicle Speed Control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOME CHASSIS. THE ACCELERATOR CABLE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FREEZING. WATER CAN ACCUMULATE IN THE END FITTING AND CAN FREEZE AT TEMPERATURES OF 32 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT AND BELOW. | Normally free |
| 98V070000 | Vehicle Speed Control | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTOR HOME CHASSIS. THE ACCELERATOR CABLE IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FREEZING. WATER CAN ACCUMULATE IN THE END FITTING AND AT TEMPERATURES OF 32 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT AND BELOW, CAN FREEZE. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999177 1999-10-19 | Engine | 923 | On certain vehicles, the accelerator cable core wire may wear the cable conduit end fitting due to a fifteen degree angle it makes with the conduit at the throttle body end. |
| 1999076 1999-05-05 | Fuel System | 8,026 | On certain regular cab 4X2 and 4X4 pick-ups with 6 and 8 foot box, the pick-up box attachments may be damaged during the 48 km/h front barrier test. During the subsequent static rollover test required by C.M.V.S.S. |
| 1999061 1999-04-15 | Engine | 35,668 | On certain vehicles, the speed control cable may interfere with the speed control servo pulley and not allow the throttle to return to idle when disengaging the speed control. |
| 1998242 1998-12-21 | Seats And Restraints | 19,934 | Certain vehicles do not comply with CMVSS 208 - seat belt installations. French language air bag warning labels were not installed on the sun visors. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSP-08B05 Oct 2008 | Power Train | FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: PROGRAM OF AFFECTED VEHICLES REGISTERED IN CA (8500 GVWR), MA (6000 GVWR), OR VT (6000 GVWR) AND WHO PREVIOUSLY PAID TO HAVE REPAIRS PERFORMED THAT ARE NOW COVERED UNDER FEDERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY. 1999-2001 MODEL YEARS. *PE | |
| 07212 Oct 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME 1997-2008 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L 2V, 5.4L 2V, OR 6.8L 2V ENGINE--SPARK PLUG THREAD REPAIR PROCEDURE--NOT COVERED UNDER NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. *NJ THIS INCLUDES F-53 MOTORHOME CHASSIS. UPDATED 2/23/10. *PE | |
| 19015 Jan 2006 | Fuel System | FUEL CONDITIONER. LOW POWER, POOR FUEL ECONOMY, FUEL GELLING IN COLD WEATHER, EXCESSIVE WHITE SMOKE ON COLD START, HARD START, OR COKING OF COMPONENTS EXPOSED TO EXHAUST. *TT | |
| 041601 Nov 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIP - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - ENGINE MISFIRE OR ROUGH RUNNING. *TT | |
| 0554 Mar 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | USE OF STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST STUDS IN SERVICE FOR 5.4L 2V ENGINE. *TT |
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| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05417 Mar 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INTERMITTENT ROUGH IDLE - NON-COMMANDED EGR (EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE) FLOW. *TT | |
| 04266 Jan 2005 | Power Train | A DRIVELINE CLUNK OR BUMP WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP. *TT | |
| 04239 Nov 2004 | Structure | WATER LEAK - ROOF FLANGE AREA - WATER ACCUMULATION IN HEADLINER AND/OR LEAK AT THE CAB FLOOR PAN AREA. *TT | |
| 032151 Oct 2004 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME 7.3L DIESEL TURBOCHARGER PEDESTALS MAY LEAK OIL AROUND THE EXHAUST BACK PRESSURE ACTUATOR (EBP). *TT THIS ARTICLE SUPERSEDES TSB 03-21-51 DATED 10/30/2003. *TT | |
| 031404 Aug 2004 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE MISFIRE OR RUNNING - COIL ON PLUG (COP) IGNITION SYSTEMS - WDS COP KIT DIAGNOSTIC TIPS. TO INCLUDE VARIOUS 2005 MODELS. * AR THIS ARTICLE 04161 SUPERSEDES TSB 03-14-04. | |
| 04168 Aug 2004 | Visibility | VACUM PUMP INOPERATIVE OR RUNS CONTINUOSLY - CLIMATE CONTROL DEFAULT TO DEFROST. *AR | |
| 02219 Jan 2004 | Electrical System | ADDING ADDITIONAL BULBS TO TURN INDICATOR OR HAZARD FLASHER CIRCUITS - SERVICE TIPS. *TT | |
| 032140 Oct 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE BUCK, SURGE OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING/HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT | |
| 03203 Oct 2003 | Electrical System | MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 OR P1442 OR A CHECK FUEL CAP LAMP ILLUMINATED WITH DTC P0457 FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM. *TT | |
| 03192 Sep 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | LEAK OIL AROUND THE EXHAUST BACKPRESSURE ACTUATOR (EBP) - 7.3L DIESEL TURBOCHARGER PEDESTALS. *TT | |
| 031910 Sep 2003 | Service Brakes | BRAKE PULL. 4X4 F-250/350 AND EXCURSION VEHICLES ONLY. *TT | |
| 03181 Sep 2003 | Electrical System | REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) - SERVICE TIPS. *TT | |
| 16891 Jun 2003 | Service Brakes | CLEAR GEL-LIKE SUBSTANCE IN THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR. THIS SUBSTANCE IS A SILICONE BASE LUBRICANT USED DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE MASTER CYLINDER. *TT | |
| 16921 Jun 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | COOLANT LEAK DUE TO BROKEN RADIATOR HOSE CLAMP. 1999-2003 MODELS. *TT | |
| 16835 May 2003 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | TAILGATE LOCKING BY ITSELF WHEN SLAMMED SHUT OR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN OVER ROUGH ROADS. *TT | |
| 16697 Mar 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | EXHAUST AIR RUSH NOISE AND LOWER POWER. *TT *JB | |
| 16597 Feb 2003 | Engine And Engine Cooling | COOLANT LEAK DUE TO A BROKEN LOWER RADIATOR HOSE CLAMP. *TT | |
| 15871 May 2002 | Equipment | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT INTERFERENCE AND / OR STATIC IN THE LAND-MOBILE RADIO. *TT | |
| 15578 Jan 2002 | Service Brakes | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON, B2141/B2477, AND/OR AN INACCURATE SPEEDOMETER. *TT | |
| 14895 May 2001 | Power Train | SOME 4X4S MAY EXHIBIT NOISE, VIBRATION AND RATCHETING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL LOCKING HUBS THAT IS INITIATED BY ROAD INDUCED BUMPS OR IMPACTS. *TT | |
| 01L02 Mar 2001 | Equipment | SPECIAL FIELD ACTION ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 19.5-INCH COMMERCIAL TRUCK TIRES WITH STEEL CORD SIDEWALLS - OWNER'S GUIDE SUPPLEMENT AND INFORMATION LABELS. *TT | |
| 14633 Jan 2001 | Air Bags | INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR /RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT. *JB | |
| 00261 Dec 2000 | Vehicle Speed Control | SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.6L, 5.4L, OR 6.8L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE / MISS AFTER START-UP IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. *TT | |
| 14184 Jan 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIT ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE THAT RUNS ROUGH, MISSES, BUCK / JERK, HESITATE / STUMBLE, SURGE, LACKS POWER, VARIOUS IDLE SYMPTOMS, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON. *TT | |
| 14242 Jan 2000 | Suspension | SOME 4X4 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK FROM THE FRONT LEAF SPRING AREA. *TT | |
| 14252 Jan 2000 | Power Train | SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A PILOT BEARING ISSUE RESULTING IN THE SERVICE REPLACEMENT OF THE PILOT BEARING. AN IMPROVED BEARING IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE. *TT | |
| 14434 Jan 2000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A BUCK OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING) DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING AT SPEEDS 40 MPH OR GREATER WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. *TT | |
| 14615 Jan 2000 | Suspension | EXHIBITING A SQUEAK FROM THE FRONT LEAF SPRING AREA, CAUSED BY FRONT SPRING TIP ISOLATOR WEAR. *TT | |
| 14633 Jan 2000 | Air Bags | INFORMATION USED WHEN REPLACING THE ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR / RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE. *TT | |
| 996889 Dec 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INFORMATION ON 7.3L DIT VEHICLES EXHIBITING AN INTERMITTENT ENGINE KNOCK WHICH MAY BE PERCEIVED AS A ROD KNOCK. *TT | |
| 13472 Nov 1999 | Air Bags | FOR VEHICLES THAT REQUIRE CONFIGURATION OF THE ELECTRONIC CRASH SENSOR MOUDLE TO SETTINGS OTHER THAN THE PRESET SETTINGS, THE CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS WERE OMITTED FROM THE SHOP MANUAL. *TT | |
| 13541 Nov 1999 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | EXHIBITING A POP OR CREAKING NOISE UNDER THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE ON SOME TRUCKS. *TT | |
| 99222 Oct 1999 | Electrical System | SUBJECT ON A WIRE HARNESS TERMINAL REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRING ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESSES. *TT | |
| 13327 Oct 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | SOME SUPER DUTY F SERIES 250 - 550 VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT TUBOCHARGER NOISE, EXHAUST NOISE, OR OIL / SOOT PRESENCE ON THE REAR OF ENGINE OR TURBOCHARGER. *TT | |
| 13412 Oct 1999 | Power Train | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF NO 4X4 LOW RANGE ENGAGEMENT OR A STUCK IN 4X4 LOW RANGE, WITH NO (DTC) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE STORED IN THE GEM. *TT | |
| 99194 Sep 1999 | Service Brakes | INFORMATION FOR SERVICING AND DIAGNOSING BRAKE VIBRATION, BRAKE INSPECTION, AND BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| 6905 Sep 1999 | Electrical System | INFORMATION ON REMOVING AND / OR REPLACING THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM). *TT | |
| 99163 Aug 1999 | Suspension | EXPERIENCING A SQUEAK TYPE NOISE HEARD FROM THE FRONT SPRINGS AS THEY COMPRESS DURING DRIVING ON SOME VEHICLES. *TT | |
| 99169 Aug 1999 | Power Train | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO 3-4 UPSHIFT, OR A 3-4 / 4-3 SHIFT HUNT ONLY WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL IS IN USE. *TT | |
| 996747 Aug 1999 | Electrical System | SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH EITHER THE TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE OR CHASSIS CAB MAY EXHIBIT VARIOUS TRAILER RELATED ELECTRICAL CONDITIONS. INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLING THE TRAILER TOWING RELAYS AND FUSES ARE PROVIDED IN THE TRAILER TOWING KIT. *TT | |
| 996750 Aug 1999 | Visibility | SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CONDENSATION LEAKS ON THE PASSENGER FLOOR COMING FROM THE FLOOR DUCT OR HEATER CORE SEAL. *TT | |
| 996768 Aug 1999 | Electrical System | INFORMATION ON VEHICLES BUILT FROM 2/22/99 THROUGH 7/3/99 EQUIPPED WITH DUAL REAR WHEELS (DRW) EXHIBITING ERRATIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING, ERRATIC SPEEDOMETER OPERATION AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 'ON' AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0500 STORED IN MEMORY. *TT | |
| 9913138 Aug 1999 | Electrical System | INFORMATION ON REPLACING AND REMOVING THE GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM). *TT | |
| 9913142 Aug 1999 | Engine And Engine Cooling | INFORMATION ON ALL VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 5/19/99 EQUIPPED WITH THE 7.3L DIT WITH A ENGINE SERIAL # GREATER THAN 1039780 NOW HAVE A FILTER SCREEN ADDED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE OIL RESERVOIR. *TT | |
| 6650 Jul 1999 | Suspension | SOME VEHICLES BUILT FROM JOB 1 TO 5/5/1999 MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAKING NOISE EMANATING FROM THE FRONT SPRINGS. *TT | |
| 6662 Jul 1999 | Power Train | SOME TRUCKS MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAL TYPE NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE AREA. *TT | |
| 6683 Jul 1999 | Suspension | SUBJECT REGARDING A PULL CONDITION UNDER HARD BRAKING. *TT | |
| 6450 Jun 1999 | Suspension | SUBJECT REGARDING TORQUING OF TRACKBAR WHEN PERFORMING ALIGNMENT. | |
| 12857 Jun 1999 | Vehicle Speed Control | INFORMATION REGARDING FLOORPAN VIBRATION DURING PART-THROTTLE ACCELERATION. *TT | |
| 996101 May 1999 | Fuel System | AWARENESS MESSAGE REGARDING NEW DIESEL INJECTOR. *TT | |
| 996104 May 1999 | Power Train | CONDITIONS WITH NORMALLY OCCURING INTERMITTENT TRANSFER CASE BINDUP. *TT | |
| 996109 May 1999 | Visibility | INFORMATION ON WINDSHIELD REPAIRS. *TT | |
| 9943 Mar 1999 | Electrical System | INFORMATION REGARDING REPROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULES (PCMS). *TT | |
| 9946 Mar 1999 | Power Train | CONCERNS WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKING AT RADIATOR. *TT | |
| 5745 Mar 1999 | Equipment | SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DUAL MEDIA (AM / FM / CASSETTE / CD) OR AM / FM CASSETTE RADIO MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT OR INOPERATIVE REAR SPEAKER. *TT |
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Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Read the tire date codes and look for uneven wear.Uneven wear on this vehicle often points back to the suspension. Four different date codes tell their own story.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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