2011 Ford F-250 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 8%of 122 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2011 Ford F-250 SD, 8% of the 122 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The 2011- current Ford f-250's have numerous known transmission problems which create situations where the truck will hesitate automatic shifts between 2nd and 3rd gear. In my case it did so as I was pulling onto a busy road, stalled, and caused me to sit with no power long enough for another driver to not react quickly enough and run into me.”
NHTSA complaint #10526209, filed 2013-07, 82,000 miles“I had a problem with my 2011 f250's transmission. The problem was covered under TSB 11-5-19. When trying to accelerate, the transmission would randomly develop a problem which seemed like it was trying to find the right gear. There would be a severe loss of power which would result, at times, leaving my vehicle in traffic going at a much higher speed and closing rapidly from behind. The problem was resolved by doing the service prescribed in the service bulletin but I was not aware of that bulletin until the problem became severe.”
NHTSA complaint #10567698, filed 2014-03, 78,400 miles“The 6.7 cid diesel engine driven vacuum pump suddenly begins leaking motor oil. Failure of this pump will affect 4 wheel drive systems including auto locking hubs and all interior climate controls. Loss of motor oil could cause engine failure. Failure of 4 wheel drive system during adverse weather could result in a vehicle crash or loss of control. Research indicates multiple failures of this part, indicating a systemic failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10565778, filed 2014-02, 78,500 miles“Intermittently between 35 MPH and 85 MPH, the vehicle will start to shudder for 5-15 seconds and during this time, sometimes will be accompanied by loss of throttle. It generally happens during or shortly thereafter a regen / cleaning exhaust filter message appears. The shudder could also be described as a lugging sensation. After confirming this problem with a vehicle data recorder, Ford's response to my dealer was do not attempt repairs at this time, engineering is investigating.”
NHTSA complaint #10430860, filed 2011-10, 7,400 miles“2011 f250,crewcab,diesel, 6 speed auto trans - transmission shudders and knocks, shaking truck ,makes a clunking sound when traveling around38-40 MPH as if gears getting stuck in between gears. Concerned that while on road, vehicle may come to a complete stop in traffic.- also truck is a short bed that came with the factory towing package ,fifth wheel /gooseneck set up. As per salesman, truck was ready to tow. Concerned now that the factory hitch is not a sliding hitch which is required on short beds for proper turning and cab clearance. Concerned with trailer hitting cab. …”
NHTSA complaint #10419952, filed 2011-08, 1,423 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10248068Dec 13, 2023Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with 6.7L Diesel Engine State Inspection and Maintenance Testing Failure Due to DTCs P2073 and/or P2074
- 10244684Oct 24, 2023Customer Satisfaction Program 22N14 â Supplement #1 Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine - State Inspection and…
- 10237789Jun 8, 20232011-2023 F-Super Duty and 2016-2024 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience…
- 10222521Sep 8, 2022Certain 2011-2012 Model Year F-Series Super Duty Vehicles Equipped with a 6.7L Diesel Engine Powertrain Control Module Reprograming for Inspection and Maintenance Testing
- 10209384Mar 24, 20222011-2022 F-Super Duty and 2016-2023 F-650/F-750 vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an elevated idle condition. During prolonged idle time, vehicles may experience…
- 10209377Mar 24, 2022Some 2011-2012 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P2073 and/or…
- 10160931May 10, 2019On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was…
- 10127405Nov 2, 2017Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset…
- 10099463Mar 14, 20172009-2017 vehicles equipped with a 6r80, 6r100, 6r140 automatic transmission have an updated main control valve body overhaul procedure. Refer to workshop manual (wsm), section…
- 10095963Nov 7, 2016Some 2011-2016 f-super duty vehicles equipped with a 6.7l diesel engine, may exhibit an illuminated mil with dtcs p208e and/or p218f stored in the powertrain control module (pcm)…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 11% |
| 2024 | 7 | 18% |
| 2023 | 7 | 16% |
| 2022 | 22 | 17% |
| 2021 | 25 | 15% |
| 2020 | 77 | 29% |
| 2019 | 46 | 4% |
| 2018 | 16 | 4% |
| 2017 | 25 | 2% |
| 2016 | 14 | 5% |
| 2015 | 19 | 6% |
| 2014 | 2 | 8% |
| 2013 | 2 | 10% |
| 2012 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 10 | 8% |
| 2010 | 3 | 9% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 7 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 6% |
| 2006 | 1 | 0% |
| 2005 | 16 | 5% |
| 2004 | 21 | 8% |
| 2003 | 20 | 11% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 45 | 16% |
| 2000 | 21 | 9% |
| 1999 | 23 | 9% |
| 1997 | 8 | 21% |
| 1995 | 1 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2011 Ford F-250 SD
47 complaintsSuspension
46 complaintsEngine
21 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsWheels
11 complaintsTires
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Ford F-250 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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