MYRModel Year Report

2011 Ford F-350

● Typical for this model
2011 Ford F-350
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:29.854Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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
136
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

37% of complaints

Complaints per year

1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 136 complaints 2011 136 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 136 complaints 2011 136 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints
1989: 2 complaints 1989 1991: 31 complaints 1992: 52 complaints 1992 1993: 101 complaints 1994: 96 complaints 1994 1995: 134 complaints 1996: 130 complaints 1996 1997: 155 complaints 1998: 12 complaints 1998 1999: 413 complaints 2000: 304 complaints 2000 2001: 160 complaints 2002: 116 complaints 2002 2003: 90 complaints 2004: 159 complaints 2004 2005: 114 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 36 complaints 2008: 131 complaints 2008 2009: 28 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 136 complaints 2011 136 2012: 149 complaints 2013: 76 complaints 2014: 91 complaints 2014 2015: 190 complaints 2016: 187 complaints 2016 2017: 480 complaints 2018: 194 complaints 2018 2019: 452 complaints 2020: 182 complaints 2020 2021: 88 complaints

2011: 136 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19892
199131
199252
1993101
199496
1995134
1996130
1997155
199812
1999413
2000304
2001160
2002116
200390
2004159
2005114
2006145
200736
2008131
200928
20100
2011136
2012149
201376
201491
2015190
2016187
2017480
2018194
2019452
2020182
202188

Known problem areas

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

Steering

37% · 50 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system.

FIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I was driving and my steering arms caught on fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-02

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the steering column and the front-end of the vehicle started shuddering significantly.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-24

Also filed under Suspension

Suspension

33% · 45 reports

Most commonly citing front.

FIREINJURY

Engine

15% · 21 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle parked at approximately 10:50 am after being driven, within 15 minutes smoke was noticed coming from under the hood. Fire department was called and then own forces were used to try to extinguish what had now become a flaming fire.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-11

Fuel/propulsion system

10% · 13 reports
FIRE

Electrical system

8% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    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.

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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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    2013-11-25Engine13V535000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel…

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer…

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    2014-11-12Equipment14V498000 PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies.

    Remedy: PJ's has notified 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 August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

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

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Ford F-350 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 50 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 45 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V659000 · Structure
  • Recall 11V128000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 13V535000 · Engine
  • Recall 14V498000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Ford F-350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Ford F-350 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford F-350?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Ford F-350 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.