Is loss of engine power and stalling while driving a known issue with the 2011 Ford F 350?

20 NHTSA complaints have been filed about loss of engine power and stalling while driving on the 2011 Ford F 350 (2011-04 → 2025-02). Reported component: ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11643799): "The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated" Source: NHTSA.

Is tire tread separation and blowout a known issue with the 2011 Ford F 350?

8 NHTSA complaints have been filed about tire tread separation and blowout on the 2011 Ford F 350 (2013-03 → 2017-08). Reported component: TIRES. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11015210): "NOTE: GRANADA TIRE BRAND(A LES SCHWAB BEND OREGON TIRE BRAND) WAS NOT IN THE DROP DOWN TO SELECT. LEFT REAR TIRE BLOWOUT DUE TO DELAMINATION WITH LESS THAN 2500 MILLE'S ON A NEW SET OF TIRES" Source: NHTSA.

2011 Ford F 350 Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

Q: Is steering wheel oscillation at highway speed a known issue with the 2011 Ford F 350?

12 NHTSA complaints have been filed about steering wheel oscillation at highway speed on the 2011 Ford F 350 (2012-11 → 2018-02). Reported component: STEERING, SUSPENSION. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #10936530): "VEHICLE WOBBLES/VIBRATES "DEATH WOBBLE" AT HIGH SPEED OR WHEN HITTING A BUMP ON FREEWAY, ONLY WAY TO STOP THE WOBBLE IS TO REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO UNDER 30 MPH, VEHICLE ONLY HAS 35K MILES, I HAVE HEARD OF MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE OCCURRING AROUND 30K MILES ON FORDS," Source: NHTSA.

The 2011 Ford F 350 carries 4 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering software and engine. Owners report 3 recurring issue clusters, led by “Loss of engine power and stalling while driving.” Ford uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor (IOLM) to determine when oil changes are due based on actual driving load — not just mileage. Ford's published cap is 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. The schedule below reflects Ford's Normal service intervals; F-Series trucks and Super Duty have additional towing-specific items.

4 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Campaign #11V128000 · Feb 24, 2011

Issue: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY A BCM THAT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AFFECTED BCMS MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.

Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Fix: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

ENGINE

Campaign #13V535000 · Oct 30, 2013

Issue: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall.

Risk: An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S10.

STRUCTURE:BODY

Campaign #10V659000 · Dec 29, 2010

Issue: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.

Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.

Fix: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

EQUIPMENT

Campaign #14V498000 · Aug 13, 2014

Issue: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

Fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Recall data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2011 Ford F 350.

Reported to NHTSA

Loss of engine power and stalling while driving

ENGINE

20 NHTSA complaints · 2011-04 → 2025-02

“The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11643799

“I WAS DRIVING EAST ON I-90 NEAR BOZEMAN, MT AT ABOUT 70MPH WHEN A WARNING APPEARED ON MY DASH TELLING ME TO PULL OVER TO A SAFE LOCATION IMMEDIATELY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10676468

“I WAS DRIVING THE TRUCK AWAY FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHEN THE TRUCK REACHED APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH. THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I LOST FORWARD MOTION, STEERING CONTROL AND BRAKING POWER. I WAS ABLE TO WRESTLE THE TRUCK OFF THE ROAD AND INTO A PARKING LOT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10430848

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Steering wheel oscillation at highway speed

STEERING, SUSPENSION

12 NHTSA complaints · 2012-11 → 2018-02

“VEHICLE WOBBLES/VIBRATES "DEATH WOBBLE" AT HIGH SPEED OR WHEN HITTING A BUMP ON FREEWAY, ONLY WAY TO STOP THE WOBBLE IS TO REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO UNDER 30 MPH, VEHICLE ONLY HAS 35K MILES, I HAVE HEARD OF MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE OCCURRING AROUND 30K MILES ON FORDS,”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10936530

“TRUCK GOES INTO A DEATH WOBBLE WHEN DRIVING 60MPH OR FASTER. USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU GO OVER A BRIDGE, CATTLE GUARD OR BUMP IN THE ROAD. CAUSE THE CEHICLE TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY AND YOU HAVE TO COME TO ALMOST A COMPLETE STOP”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10903402

“2011 FORD F-350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERE STEERING WHEEL OSCILLATION PROBLEMS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE MUST BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP, TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP SHAKING. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10629783

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Tire tread separation and blowout

TIRES

8 NHTSA complaints · 2013-03 → 2017-08

“NOTE: GRANADA TIRE BRAND(A LES SCHWAB BEND OREGON TIRE BRAND) WAS NOT IN THE DROP DOWN TO SELECT. LEFT REAR TIRE BLOWOUT DUE TO DELAMINATION WITH LESS THAN 2500 MILLE'S ON A NEW SET OF TIRES”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11015210

“CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATION (TIRE DID NOT DEFLATE) OF LEFT REAR TIRE ON PICKUP. NEARLY LOST CONTROL, BUT MAINTAINED CONTROL AND GOT TO SIDE OF ROAD. ESTIMATED $8,500 DAMAGES TO TRUCK. NO INJURIES AND NO OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED. NO ROAD HAZARD HIT. TIRES ROTATED AS REQUIRED”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10722876

“CHUNKS OF THE TREAD ARE COMING OFF OF THE TIRE. THIS DEFECT WAS NOTICED WHILE HAVING MY TRUCK SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP. THEY INSTRUCTED ME TO VISIT A TIRE STORE THAT SOLD MICHELIN TIRES TO GET THEM RELPACED. WHEN I WENT TO THE TIRE STORE AND THEY CONTACTED MICHELIN”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10502157

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Note: NHTSA also opened 1 defect investigation(s) on this vehicle that closed without action.

Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 11, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 11, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 7,500 mi

Replace synthetic-blend or full-synthetic Motorcraft oil per the IOLM, or every 7,500-10,000 miles. EcoBoost engines require full synthetic; Coyote 5.0L V8 specifies SAE 5W-30.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 10,000 mi

Rotate tires every 10,000 miles, or with every other oil change. F-150 4x4 owners should rotate every 5,000-7,500 miles to even out drivetrain bias wear.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid level every 10,000 miles. Front pads on F-150 and Explorer typically last 40,000-60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

Ford specifies brake fluid replacement on an inspection basis, but moisture testing every 3 years is recommended. Replace if reading exceeds 3% water content.

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replace the cabin air filter every 20,000 miles. On F-150, located behind the glove box; on Escape and Explorer, accessed from the passenger footwell.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

284 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

complaints mentioning a crash

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2011 Ford F 350 reflects Ford's published service intervals and the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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