Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Ford F-250 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While driving 65-70 MPH and towing a trailer extreme vibration occurred which caused loss of vehicle control, resulting in truck and trailer turning over. The air bags did not deploy during the accident and the trailer was total loss.
Rear suspension too weak to carry truck body causing over travel on springs when driving with 500lbs or more in truck bed. My truck can equiped with a service body tool box.the tires were beginning to rub to underside of truck. Ford decided to replace suspennision with a larger capicity. I was stuck with the installation cost of $600.00 tires: my left front tire developed a sidewall blister the size of a softball in June,2000. General tire replaced both front tires at no cost but again I paid Ford $25 install cost. Now a few days ago my left rear tire developed a sidewall blister the size of a softball. I've requested that general tire replace all tires with another manufacture but they have refused. They are willing to replace the defective tire but I don't trust there quality enough to ride my family on. …
The OEM shock absorbers were defective causing the vehicle rebound 2-3 cycles after hitting a bump and caused the tires to develop moderate cupping, the position of the drivers side OEM shock absorber top bolt had a sharp edge and was rubbing a hole in the outer jacket of the hydraulic hose exposing the inner braid, consumer explored the possibility of repositioning the hose but a hose support clamp would not allow such positioning. Nlm
While driving 30 MPH and higher, steering wheel jerks out of consumers hands, causing a loss of vehicle control, consumer states that there is a problem with the front suspension, if a rough surface is hit, steering will jerk out of drivers hands, vehicle will bounce around sideways out of control, dealer installed shimmy shock to attempt to correct problem, consumer states it helps, however has not completely remedied problem.
When at a stop not able to turn wheels while brakes are applied. Ford company indicated that this was the way vehicle was designed. The design flaw is the cause for steering problem that occurs when brakes are applied. A new wider stance, tie rod angle and the fact that there is more weight in the front end than on the 97 older body style vehicle.
Was driving and applied the brakes, pedal started to chatter. Stopping distance was diminished. Took to dealership and was informed that rotors were warped. Was not under warranty for repairs. Electrical crossed wires in alternator system were smoldering. It was repaired. Front end would make clunking noise while turning. Nothing was found.
Consumer states the vehicle constantly pulls to the left. Took to deaelr and dealer could not duplicated, after which consumer took vehcle back out on road. As a result consumer loss control of vehicle and landed in a ditch. Please provide any further information. Ts
Ongoing problem with vehicle wandering across the road while driving at any speed; vehicle been in dealer shop on several occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information concerning this matter.
Consumer purchased a camper top. Suspension is too weak to support this camper, back end sinks down about 3 inches when camper is put on. Which in turn puts front end up. Consumer has a hard time looking over hood of vehicle.
When turning left or right vehicle will shake. When pulling from a drop off or parking lot there was a loud humming noise. Then, it faded away. Driver also, when putting in gear, there was a clunck noise then a jerk.
Suspension complaints in other F-250 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are suspension problems on the 2000 Ford F-250?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the suspension of the 2000 Ford F-250, 6% of the model year's 326 complaints. The component named most often is front (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Ford F-250 suspension problems?
No. NHTSA lists no suspension recall for the 2000 Ford F-250, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Ford F-250 suspension problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 9,000 miles, and 67% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries to suspension problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.