2004 Ford F-350 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 159 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Ford F-350, 3% of the 159 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,500 miles.
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.
“While driving 65 MPH the vehicle's rear end felt loose. The consumer was able drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic was able to duplicate the problem but was unable to repair it.”
NHTSA complaint #10066853, filed 2004-06, 1,166 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Ford f350. While driving 55 MPH, the front end began shaking badly and the vehicle jumped into several lanes. The body of the vehicle was veering to the right while the front end veered to the left. The contact was able to brake slowly and pulled over on the shoulder. He drove the vehicle to the dealer at 25 MPH and they stated that the stabilizer bar and bracket, which were connected to the axle, failed and split eight inches. The manufacturer declined to file a report and were not willing to assist. The current and failure mileages were 88,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10219113, filed 2008-02, 88,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10013413Nov 29, 2004Vehicle lean sag when observed from rear of vehicle.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 40 | 44% |
| 2013 | 30 | 39% |
| 2012 | 65 | 44% |
| 2011 | 45 | 33% |
| 2009 | 18 | 64% |
| 2008 | 15 | 11% |
| 2007 | 12 | 33% |
| 2006 | 50 | 34% |
| 2005 | 25 | 22% |
| 2004 | 4 | 3% |
| 2003 | 2 | 2% |
| 2002 | 6 | 5% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 24 | 8% |
| 1999 | 37 | 9% |
| 1997 | 9 | 6% |
| 1996 | 7 | 5% |
| 1995 | 5 | 4% |
| 1994 | 2 | 2% |
| 1992 | 2 | 4% |
| 1990 | 2 | 5% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
| 1987 | 1 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2004 Ford F-350
64 complaintsFuel system
25 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsTires
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Ford F-350
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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