MYRModel Year Report

2011 Ford F-250

◆ Worse than typical
2011 Ford F-250
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
248
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Suspension

45% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1992: 119 complaints 1993: 131 complaints 1994: 125 complaints 1994 1995: 184 complaints 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1998: 56 complaints 1999: 581 complaints 1999 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2004: 153 complaints 2004 2005: 144 complaints 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2008: 195 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2011 248 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2014: 142 complaints 2015: 273 complaints 2016: 275 complaints 2017: 1,082 complaints 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2022: 116 complaints
1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1992: 119 complaints 1992 1993: 131 complaints 1994: 125 complaints 1995: 184 complaints 1995 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1998: 56 complaints 1998 1999: 581 complaints 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2001 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2004: 153 complaints 2004 2005: 144 complaints 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2007 2008: 195 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2011 248 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2013 2014: 142 complaints 2015: 273 complaints 2016: 275 complaints 2016 2017: 1,082 complaints 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2022: 116 complaints 2022
1989: 11 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 107 complaints 1991 1992: 119 complaints 1993: 131 complaints 1993 1994: 125 complaints 1995: 184 complaints 1995 1996: 176 complaints 1997: 304 complaints 1997 1998: 56 complaints 1999: 581 complaints 1999 2000: 326 complaints 2001: 220 complaints 2001 2002: 156 complaints 2003: 116 complaints 2003 2004: 153 complaints 2005: 144 complaints 2005 2006: 221 complaints 2007: 60 complaints 2007 2008: 195 complaints 2009: 54 complaints 2009 2010: 73 complaints 2011: 248 complaints 2011 248 2012: 266 complaints 2013: 95 complaints 2013 2014: 142 complaints 2015: 273 complaints 2015 2016: 275 complaints 2017: 1,082 complaints 2017 2018: 382 complaints 2019: 1,151 complaints 2019 2020: 253 complaints 2021: 158 complaints 2021 2022: 116 complaints

2011: 248 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198911
19904
1991107
1992119
1993131
1994125
1995184
1996176
1997304
199856
1999581
2000326
2001220
2002156
2003116
2004153
2005144
2006221
200760
2008195
200954
201073
2011248
2012266
201395
2014142
2015273
2016275
20171,082
2018382
20191,151
2020253
2021158
2022116

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Suspension

45% · 111 reports

Most commonly citing stabilizer bar and front.

Steering

41% · 102 reports
CRASHINJURY
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The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 68-70 MPH, the vehicle drove over a bump and experienced a death wobble.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-08-30

This truck consistently gets the death wobble even after having several things repaired on It to fix the problem. This needs to be looked into. This has happened several times with this…

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-16

Engine

12% · 30 reports
FIRE
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle vibrated, emitted a knocking noise, and the engine emitted smoke. The contact was able to coast onto the shoulder of the roadway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-11

Fuel/propulsion system

7% · 18 reports
CRASH
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Started engine and put vehicle in drive. Engine accelerated to max rpms and vehicle ran into a tree approx. 20 feet in front of vehicle. Engine continued to run at wot until I turned ignition off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-01

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Wheels

7% · 17 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2011Complaint volume 248 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2011-01-11Structure10V659000 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…

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2011-03-07Electrical system11V128000 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…

    Remedy: 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…

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  4. I
    2015-01-13Recall queryClosed 2016-03-15 Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Ford F-250 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 111 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 102 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 30 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V659000 · Structure
  • Recall 11V128000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Ford F-250 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford F-250 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-250?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Ford F-250 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.