2011 Ford F-350 SD
This year had at least 30% fewer 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 142 |
| 2000 | 157 |
| 2001 | 158 |
| 2002 | 124 |
| 2003 | 132 |
| 2004 | 130 |
| 2005 | 217 |
| 2006 | 127 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 110 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
33% of complaints: steering — 14 distinct reports on file.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE AND STOP THE SHAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S HOME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180208
Also filed under ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED BOTH FRONT TIRES EXHIBITED AN IRREGULAR WEAR PATTERN IN THE EXACT SAME PLACE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ALIGNED THE TIRES BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120817
21% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
19% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.
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WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS HIT BUMP IN ROAD THE STEERING SHAKES REALLY BAD AND TO GAIN CONTROL HAD TO SLOW DOWN TO ALMOST STOP SPEED. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20121117
14% of complaints: tires — 6 distinct reports on file.
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing diesel and exhaust system.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110427
SAFETY TIMELINE
Utility Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Utility Truck) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 UTLI41A, 2011 UTLN41, and 2012 UTLN46 aerial trucks manufactured December 2010 to September 2013 equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO...
Remedy: Utility Truck will notify 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 in June 2014.
Campaign 14V379000 — check if this car was fixed
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Remedy: Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. will notify 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 July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc.
Campaign 14V328000 — check if this car was fixed
Palfleet Truck Equipment Company, LLC (Palfleet) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 super duty vehicles modified by Palfleet and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Palfleet will notify 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 July 29, 2014. Owners may contact Palfleet customer service at 1- 502-376-2458.
Campaign 14V360000 — check if this car was fixed
Tactical Vehicle Outfitters (Tactical) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 vehicles modified by Tactical and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Tactical will notify owners, and dealers will install a new PTO pressure switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Tactical customer service at 1-405-603-6700.
Campaign 14V307000 — check if this car was fixed
Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be equipped with certain Muncie Power...
Remedy: Somerset will notify 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 August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
Campaign 14V382000 — check if this car was fixed
Stahl is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified by Stahl and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.
Remedy: Stahl will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. Owners may contact Stahl customer service at 1-800-277-8245, or Muncie at 1-800-367-7867.
Campaign 14V327000 — check if this car was fixed
Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Campaign 15V175000 — check if this car was fixed
Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 Centerline Stabilizer Kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford F-250 4X4 and F-350 4X4 pickup trucks.
Remedy: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.
Campaign 20E090000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V379000 (engine and engine cooling, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V328000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V360000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V307000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V382000 (engine and engine cooling, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V327000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V175000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20E090000 (equipment, steering, suspension) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Ford F-350 SD reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford F-350 SD is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-350 SD?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Ford F-350 SD have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.