What are the most common Ford F-350 problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 430+ owner reports, the 2012 Ford F-350 has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 6.7L Power Stroke Turbocharger Bearing and Actuator Failure, 6.7L Power Stroke EGR Cooler Cracking and Coolant Loss, Death Wobble - Violent Steering Oscillation. Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Ford F-350 reliable?
The 2012 Ford F-350 has 7 known issues documented across 430+ owner reports. 4 issues are rated critical: 6.7L Power Stroke Turbocharger Bearing and Actuator Failure and 6.7L Power Stroke EGR Cooler Cracking and Coolant Loss and Death Wobble - Violent Steering Oscillation and 6.7L Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Failure Causing Commanded Engine Shutdown. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Ford F-350 problems?
Repair costs for known Ford F-350 issues range from $200 to $4,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, 6.7L Power Stroke Turbocharger Bearing and Actuator Failure, typically costs $500-$3,500 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2011-2019 Ford F-350 6.7L Power Stroke Turbocharger Bearing and Actuator Failure?
The 6.7L Power Stroke turbocharger's variable geometry vanes stick from soot buildup, and the turbo actuator motor fails, causing limp mode and reduced power. Extended idle time and short-trip driving accelerate soot accumulation on the VGT vanes. Repairs typically run $500-$3,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2016 Ford F-350 6.7L Power Stroke EGR Cooler Cracking and Coolant Loss?
The 2011-2016 F-350's 6.7L Power Stroke uses a dual EGR cooling arrangement - a primary cooler plus a secondary cooler section - and both are subjected to thermal cycling between roughly 1,200 F exhaust gas and 200 F coolant. Repeated expansion and contraction fatigues the cooler… Repairs typically run $1,500-$3,500. Severity: high.
What is the 1999-2025 Ford F-350 Death Wobble - Violent Steering Oscillation?
After hitting a bump at highway speed, the front end enters violent steering oscillation (death wobble) that requires slowing to a stop to recover. Caused by worn front-end components: track bar bushing, ball joints, tie rod ends, or steering damper. Repairs typically run $200-$1,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2012 Ford F-350 6.7L Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Failure Causing Commanded Engine Shutdown?
On 2011-2012 F-350s with the 6.7L Power Stroke, the exhaust gas temperature sensor mounted downstream of the diesel particulate filter can lose its sensing function. The powertrain control module interprets the bad signal as an exhaust overheat event: the driver gets a warning me… Repairs typically run $200-$800. Severity: high.
What is the 2011-2016 Ford F-350 6.2L Boss V8 Cam Phaser Rattle and Exhaust Manifold Studs?
The 6.2L gas V8 in the F-350 develops cam phaser rattle on startup as the phaser locking pins wear. Additionally, the exhaust manifold studs break due to thermal cycling, causing an exhaust leak. Both issues worsen progressively. Repairs typically run $500-$2,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 1999-2016 Ford F-350 Dual-Rear-Wheel Rear Axle Bearing and Seal Failure on F-350 DRW (Dana 80 Full-Float)?
F-350 dually trucks run a full-floating Dana 80 rear axle whose hubs carry adjustable tapered inner and outer bearings with a seal riding on the innermost part of the spindle. Unlike a sealed unit bearing, this design is a maintenance item, and the loads a DRW F-350 carries - a p… Repairs typically run $300-$1,200. Severity: medium.
What is the 1999-2016 Ford F-350 Cab Corner, Rocker Panel and Rear Wheel Arch Rust-Through?
The 1999-2016 Super Duty cab has a double-wall rocker and cab-corner structure that traps water and road debris and rots from the inside out. On the F-350 the pattern is worse than on lighter trucks for two structural reasons: dual rear wheels throw far more salt spray and grit u… Repairs typically run $800-$4,000. Severity: medium.
