| Issue ID | 1516055 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11153304 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | FORD |
| Model | F-250 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| File date | 16/11/18 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Death wobble - occurs at 55mph when wheel slightly turned to left, on curve or off ramp, after hitting rumble strip. Front end, left tire, violently shakes as if lug nuts are missing, continues until truck brought to a near stop. Tires were correctly inflated and balanced. Death wobble occurred four times in 3 months, twice at same location. Replaced all tires, balanced and properly inflated, front end alignment performed, replaced front shocks, replaced steering damper, axel shaft joints lubricated, all front end bolted components checked for wear, looseness, or damage. None issues visible. Total cost $2220. Internet search shows this problem known to ford going back 12 years. Not right. Several aftermarket fixes suggest replacement track bar. Look up ford death wobble f250. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 116000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BERKELEY SPRINGS, WV |
| VIN pattern | 1FT7W2BT3FEXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 55 |
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