Most common 2007 Ford F-350 SD problems
Share of the 25 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford F-350 SD complaints by model year
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2007 Ford F-350 SD recalls (1)
Exterior lighting › Brake lights
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,…
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 2 possible defects involving the 2007 Ford F-350 SD:
Violent front end oscillation
Odi has received 78 consumer complaints of severe suspension and steering wheel shimmy and oscillations commencing after the subject vehicles traveled over an uneven road surface. The majority of these incidents occurred at speeds of 50 MPH or greater.thirteen of the complaints received by odi allege loss of steering control and that the vehicle changed driving lanes uncontrollably.four of the complaints received by…
Violent front end oscillation
This investigation was opened based on 78 consumer complaints of severe suspension and steering wheel oscillations after the subject vehicles traveled over an uneven surface.odi was concerned about these complaints because many of them alleged loss of control and the loss of control occurredat speeds above 50 miles per hour.at the time these complaints were received, odi was also aware of the TSB 07-10-10 and early…
What 2007 Ford F-350 SD owners say
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Ford f-350 super duty. The contact stated that he noticed a severe wobble in the vehicle when driving 65-70 MPH and when carrying heavy loads. The contact referred to the failure as a death wobble and stated that the failure would cause him to momentarily lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis of the failure and repairs. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000 and the current mileage was approximately 30,000. Updated 01/13/11 the consumer stated he lost complete control of the steering. The consumer was able to regain control after slowing down to 45 MPH, which did take some time. The dealer refused to assist the consumer with the cost. The consumer requested to have the front steering components modified at his expense. Updated 04/04/11
I was driving down the highway at around 65mph and went over a expansion joint on a bridge and the front end of the truck started shaking so bad that it ripped the steering wheel out of my hand. I had to come to a complete stop to make the shaking stop, I thought I had a front tire blow out,nearly hit the car in the lane next to me. I took it back to the dealer they put a new steering dampener on it and said try it, but it will probably not be any better, then the next fix is to put on a bigger steering wheel so I can hold on better when it happens. Look on line this known as the "Ford wheel of death" there is a bunch of videos on you tube about it and some actually show it happen. Somebody needs to make Ford pay for a proper fix before someone gets killed.
Suspension
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.
I was driving down the highway at around 65mph and went over a expansion joint on a bridge and the front end of the truck started shaking so bad that it ripped the steering wheel out of my hand. I had to come to a complete stop to make the shaking stop, I thought I had a front tire blow out,nearly hit the car in the lane next to me. I took it back to the dealer they put a new steering dampener on it and said try it, but it will probably not be any better, then the next fix is to put on a bigger steering wheel so I can hold on better when it happens. Look on line this known as the "Ford wheel of death" there is a bunch of videos on you tube about it and some actually show it happen. Somebody needs to make Ford pay for a proper fix before someone gets killed.
Wheels & tires
We were driving on the freeway, and just started climbing through the mountains, with our f350 towing our trailer. We noticed a strange sound from the tires and decided to pull over at the next exit to check it out. Before reaching the exit, the drivers side rear tire blew. We had bf goodrich all terrain tires on our truck that had 18,000 miles on them and the tread completely separated and damaged our truck bed which caused $10,000 worth of damage. We were fortunate that my husband was trained what to do in such situations which prevented us having an accident as we could have lost control of the trailer very easily. Fortunately, the truck was still drive-able after taking off a support bracket and putting the spare tire on. After getting to a city with a tire store, we ended up purchasing 2 new tires so that the rear axle had a matched set. …
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Ford F-350 SD a good car?
Based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 F-350 SD rates better than average: 77% fewer complaints than a typical year of the F-350 SD at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Ford F-350 SD?
The steering — 9 complaints, 36% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the suspension (9) and wheels & tires (5).
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford F-350 SD have?
There is 1 recall for the 2007 Ford F-350 SD, the most recent from July 13, 2011 (brake lights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford F-350 SD?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2013 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2017, 2019, 2020, 2018 and 2022. See the full Ford F-350 SD years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Ford F-350 SD problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 43,000 miles; 60% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.