2007 FORD F-350 SD — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
35
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
The 2007 FORD F-350 SD has received a total of 35 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR, STEERING. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Steering (9 complaints), Suspension (7 complaints), and Tires (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD, potentially affecting up to 53,736 vehicles.
Recall 20E090000 — EQUIPMENT
| 102 vehicles affected
Defect: Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Consequence: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
View full details →Recall 20E090000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
| 102 vehicles affected
Defect: Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Consequence: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
View full details →Recall 20E090000 — STEERING
| 102 vehicles affected
Defect: Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" may block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Consequence: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
View full details →Recall 11V352000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
| 26,715 vehicles affected
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING...
Consequence: NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
View full details →Recall 11V352000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
| 26,715 vehicles affected
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RANGER TRUCKS BUILT FROM JANUARY 25, 2011, THROUGH APRIL 25, 2011 AT THE TWIN CITIES ASSEMBLY PLANT, AND SERVICE PARTS DISTRIBUTED TO DEALERS FOR CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2011 MODEL YEAR RANGER TRUCKS, 2002 THROUGH 2005 MODEL YEAR EXCURSION VEHICLES, AND 2002 THROUGH 2007 MODEL YEAR F-250, F-350, F-450, AND F-550 TRUCKS FOR FAILING...
Consequence: NON-FUNCTIONING LIGHTS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SWITCHES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
35 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Diesel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR WHEEL LOCKED UP WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT TEMPORARILY LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BEFORE THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO FORD OF BRANFORD (301 E. MAIN ST, BRANFORD, CT 06405) ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR WHEEL LOCKED UP WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT TEMPORARILY LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BEFORE THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY RETURNED TO NORMAL OPERATION. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO FORD OF BRANFORD (301 E. MAIN ST, BRANFORD, CT 06405) ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-350 SD EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH ALL TERRAIN T/A TIRES, SIZE: LT275/70R18 LRE (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE DAMAGED THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE RIM, SUSPENSION, AND FENDER. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO PLACE A SPARE TIRE ON THE VEHICLE AND DRIVE HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 27,200.
MICHELIN TIRES DRY ROTTING AND CRACKING 4 YEARS OLD, SIMILAR TIRES RELLED BY MICHELIN BUT NOT MINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD F-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH OVER A BUMP, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO VIBRATE VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN DRIVING 55 MPH OR GREATER OVER AN UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE OR BUMP. THE CONTACT REPAIRED THE VEHICLE HIMSELF. THE FRONT SHOCKS, ROTORS, AND BRAKES WERE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS WERE REPLACED WITH FOUR NEW TIRES INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE PERSISTED AFTER THE REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
Safety Rating for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2007 FORD F-350 SD in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
Ford Motor Company has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SSM 46345 — EQUIPMENT
SOME 2005-2017 F-SUPER DUTY 4X4 VEHICLES OPERATED IN EXTREME DUST, MUD OR TAR SAND CONDITIONS MAY EXHIBIT ACCELERATED 4X4 VACUUM HUB SEAL AND OR WHEEL BEARING WEAR AS A RESULT OF HARSH OPERATING CONDITIONS. A KNUCKLE SEAL SHIELD KIT IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER PURCHASE. THE KIT IS DESIGNED FOR...
TSB-09-20-12 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
FORD: SOME SUPER DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A 5.4L 3V OR 6.8L 3V ENGINE MAY EXPERIENCE PREMATURE AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF OF THE FUEL FILL NOZZLE. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2007 FORD F-350 SD
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD F-350 SD
- 2002 FORD F-350 SD — 145 complaints
- 2003 FORD F-350 SD — 164 complaints
- 2004 FORD F-350 SD — 159 complaints
- 2005 FORD F-350 SD — 269 complaints
- 2006 FORD F-350 SD — 192 complaints
- 2007 FORD F-350 SD (current)
- 2008 FORD F-350 SD — 146 complaints
- 2009 FORD F-350 SD — 25 complaints
- 2010 FORD F-350 SD — 79 complaints
- 2011 FORD F-350 SD — 63 complaints
- 2012 FORD F-350 SD — 50 complaints
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