2003 Ford F-350 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 7%of 90 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 36,620miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 2003 Ford F-350, 7% of the 90 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,620 miles. 2 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.
“As I am sure you must be aware of this issue: I purchased used a 2003 Ford -f350. I had many issues and had worked most of them out. There were many issues that were possible I was clearly unaware of. One being of utmost safety to myself and others. My high pressure oil pump located inside the engine of my 2003 Ford F-350 6.0 diesel failed. When that happens the engine stops. The high pressure oil pump provides needed pressure to the injectors in order to have a running engine. …”
NHTSA complaint #11386656, filed 2021-01, 110,000 miles“Consumer complained about steering wheel locking up. Vehicle would turn left but will not turn right. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and dealer replaced the steering gear box. Consumer has yet to test drive the vehicle, however, consumer wanted on record that the steering box defection should be looked into.”
NHTSA complaint #10079592, filed 2004-06, 56,240 miles“The steering column failed while driving and caused loss of control. The steering wheel had gone around in a circle with no response. The consumer then touched the brakes and had gone into a ditch. Scc”
NHTSA complaint #10012188, filed 2003-03, 14,000 miles“While driving 55 MPH the vehicle's steering failed without warning. As a result the driver lost control and collided with a pole. No report of air bag deployment.”
NHTSA complaint #10057370, filed 2004-02, 17,000 miles“The wires for the camshaft position sensor are failing just like they have in others models of the f series and cause the truck to suddenly die while driving. There was already a recall in place but it doesn't cover this vin and so I would like to request the recall be extended to this trucks vin”
NHTSA complaint #11433730, filed 2021-09Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 46 | 51% |
| 2013 | 30 | 39% |
| 2012 | 66 | 44% |
| 2011 | 50 | 37% |
| 2009 | 14 | 50% |
| 2008 | 47 | 36% |
| 2007 | 8 | 22% |
| 2006 | 51 | 35% |
| 2005 | 28 | 25% |
| 2004 | 9 | 6% |
| 2003 | 6 | 7% |
| 2002 | 16 | 14% |
| 2001 | 28 | 18% |
| 2000 | 44 | 14% |
| 1999 | 48 | 12% |
| 1997 | 12 | 8% |
| 1996 | 6 | 5% |
| 1995 | 5 | 4% |
| 1994 | 8 | 8% |
| 1993 | 8 | 8% |
| 1992 | 8 | 15% |
| 1991 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 3% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 2 | 7% |
| 1986 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2003 Ford F-350
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Ford F-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology