Issue ID | 1727008 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11397824 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-250 |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 17/02/21 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When i operate my 2017 ford f250 at speeds greater than 45 mph and encounter a pot hole or bump in the road the truck begins a terrible "death wobble". The steering wheel shakes violently and the entire truck shakes and rattles. The dealership replaced a steering damper as part of a ford extended warranty program but now claim the problem will persist because i have worn ball joints and a drag link that needs replaced. I was told this would cost me over $1,100 and it is not covered by ford although it is obviously a flaw and a result of the failed damper. I can't believe ford is willing to ignore such an issue. My family won't ride on the highway in the truck as it is too frightening for them. The sad part is the truck has 25,000 miles and cost me $50,000 and i can't drive it or depend on it now. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 25000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BETHLEHEM, PA |
VIN pattern | 1FT7X2B64HEXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 04/07/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 55 |
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