2006 Ford F-350 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Ford F-350 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 4 fires, 10 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (51 reports).

3Recalls
145Owner complaints
11Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Ford F-350 recalls

Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights

Recall 11V352Jul 13, 201126,715 vehicles affected

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 09V026Jan 26, 2009108 vehicles affected

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 09V025Jan 23, 2009111 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Ford F-350 problems

Problem areas named in the 145 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering51
Suspension50
Engine And Engine Cooling22
Fuel System, Diesel12
Engine12
Fuel System, Gasoline10
Electrical System7
Wheels7
Air Bags7
Tires6

What owners report

2025-11-19, Engine
2006F-350 super duty 5.4engine,,had to be replaced two and a half years ago the Ford dealer at cirroca of York,,told me that the new motor was improved that the new motors valve train was improved,,why wasn't it a recall,, if it would affect emissions and overall performance and reliability
2025-07-21, Suspension
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the front passenger wheel drove over a small dip in the roadway and the vehicle started to shimmy. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to steer. The contact continued driving at a slower speed to allow the shimmy to self-correct. There was no warning illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed; however, no cause for the failure was found and the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The mechanic checked for recalls related to the failure and advised the contact that the manufacturer had issued a recall for the failure
2024-05-13, Fuel System, Diesel
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that fuel was leaking underneath the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the fuel pump block-off plate and plug. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.
2024-04-08, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2023-12-29, Engine
The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the front of the vehicle started to wobble. While driving over a pothole, the vehicle wobbled violently. The contact was unable to control the vehicle while driving over 35 MPH. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact detected smoke coming from the vehicle. The engine warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who informed him there were no recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 99,856.

2006 Ford F-350 questions

Does the 2006 Ford F-350 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Ford F-350: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights; Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Equipment Adaptive/Mobility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ford F-350?

Based on 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (51), Suspension (50), Engine And Engine Cooling (22).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Ford F-350 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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