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Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10225917

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2007.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford e-350. while driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to sway from left to right, making it difficult to remain in the intended lane. the vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer, but was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100. updated 5/19/08 *cn updated.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTSS34LX8D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in BOHYEMA, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 27, 2007. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-350 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BABYLON FORD . DEALER'S CITY: WEST ISLIP . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 11795 .

Ford E-350 2008 Air Bags

Ford E-350 2008 Air Bags Review #10240526

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with AIR BAGS . we had the cruise control on driving 55 mph in a very light wind. for 20 miles , handling was acceptable. without warning the van rolled to the left about 15 degrees followed by a roll to the right entering a series of rolls first left then to the right. each oscillation was larger than the last. recovery was successful by slowing to 30 mph without braking. air bags were 55 psi each front tires were 55 psi , rear tires 80psi. water tank was empty, gray and black water tanks were empty. the van is very dangerous if driven over 40mph. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDSE34L28D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in ALVA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Vehicle Speed Control

Ford E-350 2008 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10240526

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . we had the cruise control on driving 55 mph in a very light wind. for 20 miles , handling was acceptable. without warning the van rolled to the left about 15 degrees followed by a roll to the right entering a series of rolls first left then to the right. each oscillation was larger than the last. recovery was successful by slowing to 30 mph without braking. air bags were 55 psi each front tires were 55 psi , rear tires 80psi. water tank was empty, gray and black water tanks were empty. the van is very dangerous if driven over 40mph. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDSE34L28D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in ALVA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10240526

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . we had the cruise control on driving 55 mph in a very light wind. for 20 miles , handling was acceptable. without warning the van rolled to the left about 15 degrees followed by a roll to the right entering a series of rolls first left then to the right. each oscillation was larger than the last. recovery was successful by slowing to 30 mph without braking. air bags were 55 psi each front tires were 55 psi , rear tires 80psi. water tank was empty, gray and black water tanks were empty. the van is very dangerous if driven over 40mph. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDSE34L28D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in ALVA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10241678

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION . there has been no crash to date. the complaint is related to the poor driving performance of 2008 ford f350 12 passenger vans. the steering control is very poor and may cause accidents. there is so much "slop" in the steering that you can feel the vehicle sway back and forth while driving. in some cases, at higher freeway speeds, the van starts to fishtail (like a travel trailer with too much weight in the back). we have asked our local ford dealership to look at the problem, but, the steering is still bad. i have owned many ford vehicles and have never encountered this type of problem before. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10241678

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . there has been no crash to date. the complaint is related to the poor driving performance of 2008 ford f350 12 passenger vans. the steering control is very poor and may cause accidents. there is so much "slop" in the steering that you can feel the vehicle sway back and forth while driving. in some cases, at higher freeway speeds, the van starts to fishtail (like a travel trailer with too much weight in the back). we have asked our local ford dealership to look at the problem, but, the steering is still bad. i have owned many ford vehicles and have never encountered this type of problem before. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10241949

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . this is not a failure or a malfunction but a complaint about the steering play in the 2008 ford e350 vans which is a result of the design of the steering. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 4500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBSS31L98D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in TEMECULA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10287427

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2009.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . excessive steering wheel play. *tr.Mileage was 200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDSE34L08D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in DIX HILLS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Tires

Ford E-350 2008 Tires Review #10328801

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 08, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with TIRES . tl*the contact owns a 2008 ford e350 equipped with trail trac heritage ap 245/75/r16 tires. while driving at approximately 40 mph, the rear passenger side tire blew out and ripped to pieces. after that failure, the contact heard a knocking noise and when he pulled over, saw that the whole tread had separated on the rear driver side tire. he contacted the tire shop where he purchased the tires but was told they could not assist him. the contact purchased new tires. the failure mileage was approximately 46,000. the current mileage was approximately 48,000. .Mileage was 46000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBSS31L98D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10368045

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 12, 2008.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . excessive sway and dangerous to drive at highway speeds. *tr.Mileage was 24000 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in CHEYENNE, WY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body Door

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body Door Review #10374759

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 05, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . the side back doors to my ford e350 12 passenger van keep popping loose while driving. it happens in all driving conditions, whether on the highway or in urban areas. it occurs on a daily basis about every 15-20 miles. i have to pull over to the side of the road and open both doors and re-close. locking the doors does not help. i have been to the dealership 4 times for this issue and the problem still exists. the dealership has adjusted the doors and oiled the hinges and latches. *tr.Mileage was 8500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD.

Ford E-350 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

Ford E-350 2008 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10374759

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 05, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . the side back doors to my ford e350 12 passenger van keep popping loose while driving. it happens in all driving conditions, whether on the highway or in urban areas. it occurs on a daily basis about every 15-20 miles. i have to pull over to the side of the road and open both doors and re-close. locking the doors does not help. i have been to the dealership 4 times for this issue and the problem still exists. the dealership has adjusted the doors and oiled the hinges and latches. *tr.Mileage was 8500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD.

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10374777

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 30, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . was driving normally when the abs and traction control lights came on and alarm started chiming. when i pulled over to stop the abs kicked in and my stopping distance greatly increased. i had the van towed to a mechanic where he discovered corrosion in three abs speed sensors. a tsb (technical service bulletin) confirmed this to be an issue only on this year and model van. moisture is getting into these sensors and without warning it is causing normal braking failure. *tr.Mileage was 38036 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Tires

Ford E-350 2008 Tires Review #10376796

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 19, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with TIRES . traveling westbound in hwy 54 east of stratford, tx the left rear tire exploded on our 2008 pleasure-way rv. this rv is built on a ford e350 chassis. the vehicle immediately became uncontrollable and drifted into the path of an oncoming tractor-trailer. driver steered vehicle to the right to avoid the oncoming truck, the rv crossed over the road into a ditch on the right, again turned to the left and re-entered the roadway at a sharp angle causing the vehicle to roll onto its right side. passenger 1 sustained a broken right shoulder and back injuries, passenger 2 sustained a severely sprained wrist. tire pressure was checked before beginning the trip, and tires were visually inspected at a rest stop 90 minutes before incident. vehicle was lightly loaded and well below gvwr. these were oem tires with less than 10,000 miles and had always been properly maintained. there was absolutely no warning before the tire failed. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDSE34SX8D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in ANAHEIM, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 62 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Ford E-350 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10390461

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . spark plug blow out two different cylinders, one of them two times. *tr.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTSS34L38D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in GAEWOOD, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10408112

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION . the steering on this van is very "loose" causing it to wander and require constant correction at all speeds. at normal highway speeds, hitting any bumps causes the back of the vehicle to skip or shift requiring significant steering correction and causing the vehicle to be very unstable. mechanical inspection reveals no failure with any parts. (shame on ford for this vehicle).Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10408112

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . the steering on this van is very "loose" causing it to wander and require constant correction at all speeds. at normal highway speeds, hitting any bumps causes the back of the vehicle to skip or shift requiring significant steering correction and causing the vehicle to be very unstable. mechanical inspection reveals no failure with any parts. (shame on ford for this vehicle).Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Front

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Front Review #10411758

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 09, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . loss of control at highway speeds, the vehicle would dart across the hightway. took the vehicle into a dealer, dealer found defective ball joints at 51,000miles. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) t.Mileage was 51000 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LAMBERTVILLE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10434325

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . checked driver's side brake pad for noise. found broken pin/bolt. there had been no previous work done on this.appears to be fatigue. as a result, the caliper assembly was able to swing back away from the rotor. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTSE34L38D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in SHREVEPORT, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10458799

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford e-350. the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle continuously made a clanking sound. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the ball joints and center steering shaft broke; as a result, both components need to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 48,000. updated 07/06/12 *bf updated 07/12/12.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LOCKPORT, NY. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 28, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: STEVE RALDO FORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 716-283-7691 . DEALER'S CITY: NIAGARA FALLS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14304 .

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10458799

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford e-350. the contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle continuously made a clanking sound. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the ball joints and center steering shaft broke; as a result, both components need to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 48,000. updated 07/06/12 *bf updated 07/12/12.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L68D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in LOCKPORT, NY. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 28, 2008. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Ford E-350 2008 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: STEVE RALDO FORD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 716-283-7691 . DEALER'S CITY: NIAGARA FALLS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 14304 .

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body Review #10466681

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . while driving, the rear and side doors will pop. it doesn't matter if they're locked or unlocked. they do not come open just come loose. very worry some. i do home child care. i also have 7 children of my own..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in SALINA, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body Door

Ford E-350 2008 Structure Body Door Review #10466681

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . while driving, the rear and side doors will pop. it doesn't matter if they're locked or unlocked. they do not come open just come loose. very worry some. i do home child care. i also have 7 children of my own..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in SALINA, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Latches/locks/linkages

Ford E-350 2008 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10466681

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 20, 2010.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . while driving, the rear and side doors will pop. it doesn't matter if they're locked or unlocked. they do not come open just come loose. very worry some. i do home child care. i also have 7 children of my own..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in SALINA, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10479369

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2012.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SUSPENSION . i was have problems with the front end of my vehicle, i brought the vehicle to my mechanic to investigate the problems. he inspected the control arms, ball joints and rebalanced the tires. he basically didn't do anything to change the problem. the following day i was driving the van to work and noticed the front end getting worse. i then called into the shop to make another appointment. when i was driving to the mechanic the van steering went and the van became uncontrollable, since i was only a few miles away i managed to get it to the shop. after further investigation by the mechanic he told me that the steering box was bad and indicated it was very unusual for a 2008 with only 60,000 miles. i told him to fix the vehicle and when he went to the parts dealer to pick up a new steering box they indicated they are selling allot of these over the past couple of years. when he remove the steering box from our vehicle for further investigation he noticed that the failure was a fractured mechanical part. which means it was a catastrophic failure, usually a steer box will get loose due to wearing components and eventually fail...this broke!!! he asked me to check will ford to see if this steering box in 2008 e350 vans is a recall item, which it wasn't. he told me if this failure was at highway speeds it would have resulted in an accident and may have been fatality. i looked for recall information and found nothing, i'm now reaching out via the nhtsa to highlight this issue in hopes that they can alert people and bring it to the attention of the manufacturer. i also wouldn't mind some pay back for the $1,200 bill i received from our mechanic. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBSS31L98D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in BRIGHTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10479369

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 05, 2012.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . i was have problems with the front end of my vehicle, i brought the vehicle to my mechanic to investigate the problems. he inspected the control arms, ball joints and rebalanced the tires. he basically didn't do anything to change the problem. the following day i was driving the van to work and noticed the front end getting worse. i then called into the shop to make another appointment. when i was driving to the mechanic the van steering went and the van became uncontrollable, since i was only a few miles away i managed to get it to the shop. after further investigation by the mechanic he told me that the steering box was bad and indicated it was very unusual for a 2008 with only 60,000 miles. i told him to fix the vehicle and when he went to the parts dealer to pick up a new steering box they indicated they are selling allot of these over the past couple of years. when he remove the steering box from our vehicle for further investigation he noticed that the failure was a fractured mechanical part. which means it was a catastrophic failure, usually a steer box will get loose due to wearing components and eventually fail...this broke!!! he asked me to check will ford to see if this steering box in 2008 e350 vans is a recall item, which it wasn't. he told me if this failure was at highway speeds it would have resulted in an accident and may have been fatality. i looked for recall information and found nothing, i'm now reaching out via the nhtsa to highlight this issue in hopes that they can alert people and bring it to the attention of the manufacturer. i also wouldn't mind some pay back for the $1,200 bill i received from our mechanic. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBSS31L98D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in BRIGHTON, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10487447

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 04, 2012.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-350. the contact stated that while traveling 75 mph, the power steering assist failed. the steering wheel became abnormally stiff and as the contact attempted to move the vehicle to the road shoulder, the brake pedal was depressed and abnormally traveled to the floorboard. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the lines connected to the steering and braking systems was completed rusted and needed replacing. the contact stated that the vehicle had been parked inside and had not been exposed to the outside elements for the lines to become rusted. the manufacturer was also contacted and advised that the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 17,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTWX31R48E. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in MONROE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes Review #10487447

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 04, 2012.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford f-350. the contact stated that while traveling 75 mph, the power steering assist failed. the steering wheel became abnormally stiff and as the contact attempted to move the vehicle to the road shoulder, the brake pedal was depressed and abnormally traveled to the floorboard. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the lines connected to the steering and braking systems was completed rusted and needed replacing. the contact stated that the vehicle had been parked inside and had not been exposed to the outside elements for the lines to become rusted. the manufacturer was also contacted and advised that the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 17,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTWX31R48E. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in MONROE, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 75 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10510896

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 2013.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford e-350. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the steering became loose and difficult to maneuver. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FTSE34L58D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in WINTER PARK, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Steering Review #10522769

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2013.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with STEERING . i was driving on i215 in salt lake city utah at 65mph when i hit a small bump in the road and the front end of the truck began shaking violently and i could not regain control before it ran me off the road into a ditch narrowly missing a concrete barrier and another vehicle. there was no impact, however i am not sure how i kept it from rolling the truck. this has happened to me in three other ford trucks ranging from 2006 to 2008 that i used to drive at work. and now my personal 2008 f350. i hear that they call it the death wobble. i want to know why there is no recall for this. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 67500 miles. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in CLEARFIELD, UT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Tires

Ford E-350 2008 Tires Review #10532565

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 28, 2013.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with TIRES . the car was vibrating incessantly. a loud bang, thud heard from the right front tire. pull off the side of highway 220, southbound, about 10 miles north of hico, tx. the entire rubber around the steel belt was stripped off. the blow out caused damage to the running board and tire wheel area. i purchased these 4 tires on 7/21/11 so there are only 2 yrs old with about 20-25 miles on them. before this blow out, i actually replaced two of the other tires replaced weeks before. one on of them, the car shook violently and the tire had a giant bulge. 3000 miles later, almost 2 weeks, the second tire started stripping off the rubber and tearing apart. car shook then too. the third tire (story in first paragraph) completely tore apart before we could get to a safe spot to check it out. when each tire had a noticeable problem, i did the following: 1. first tire: immediately went to discount tire company for repair 2. second tire: put on spare (it was july 4th) 3. third tire: put on spare because tread had separated. one time is fluke, two times is a coincidence, three tires failing within 5 weeks is a definite pattern. please review these tires. *tr.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31P28D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10535492

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 09, 2013.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SUSPENSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford econoline e-350 sd. the contact was driving approximately 15 mph and making a turn when a loud noise emitted outside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the front driver's side upper and lower ball joints. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 24,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 24000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FT2S34L18D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in MEDFIELD, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Unknown Or Other

Ford E-350 2008 Unknown Or Other Review #10609091

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2014.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . there is a loud "popping" noise when the braking of the van comes to a complete stop. sometimes i am afraid the van is not going to stop all the way. from what i am reading online, it may be under previous recall for the brake system. i have no idea how to go about getting recall information, etc. to have a ford dealership fix this problem..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138962 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L48D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in EVENSVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes

Ford E-350 2008 Service Brakes Review #10609091

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2014.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . there is a loud "popping" noise when the braking of the van comes to a complete stop. sometimes i am afraid the van is not going to stop all the way. from what i am reading online, it may be under previous recall for the brake system. i have no idea how to go about getting recall information, etc. to have a ford dealership fix this problem..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138962 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L48D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in EVENSVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph.

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension

Ford E-350 2008 Suspension Review #10609091

FORD E-350 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2014.FORD E-350 2008, manufactured by Ford Motor Company had a problem with SUSPENSION . there is a loud "popping" noise when the braking of the van comes to a complete stop. sometimes i am afraid the van is not going to stop all the way. from what i am reading online, it may be under previous recall for the brake system. i have no idea how to go about getting recall information, etc. to have a ford dealership fix this problem..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 138962 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FBNE31L48D. Ford E-350 2008 problem was reported in EVENSVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 1 mph.

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