2006 Ford F-350 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 8%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 91,928miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the engine of the 2006 Ford F-350, 8% of the 145 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,928 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.
“2006 Ford F-350 6.0 diesel cab and chasis -- EGR valve 1st time fixed by Ford dealer no cost, EGR valve 2nd time fixed at cost, EGR valve 3rd time by-passed, 16 fuel injectors replaced. Delaminating gas tank, over a dozen fuel filters at $60,00 a pop, new fuel pump, new gas tank, 8 more new fuel injectors. Possible turbo issues and I may be forgetting something.”
NHTSA complaint #10649047, filed 2014-10, 42,000 miles“While driving on highway F-350 lost power, shut off and would not restart. Numerous problems with fuel/turbo. Replace turbo injectors, EGR valve, ficm, fuel injector, regulator, and high pressure oil pump.”
NHTSA complaint #10536370, filed 2013-08, 119,583 miles“2006F-350 super duty 5.4engine,,had to be replaced two and a half years ago the Ford dealer at cirroca of York,,told me that the new motor was improved that the new motors valve train was improved,,why wasn't it a recall,, if it would affect emissions and overall performance and reliability”
NHTSA complaint #11700311, filed 2025-11“The contact owns a 2006 Ford f350. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was a loud noise from the under the hood. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was advised that the turbo baron needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10523280, filed 2013-07, 42,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer advised the contact that the park block and the injector contact module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 123,823.”
NHTSA complaint #10486602, filed 2012-11, 123,823 milesEngine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 7% |
| 2013 | 15 | 20% |
| 2012 | 25 | 17% |
| 2011 | 21 | 15% |
| 2009 | 4 | 14% |
| 2008 | 18 | 14% |
| 2007 | 4 | 11% |
| 2006 | 12 | 8% |
| 2005 | 18 | 16% |
| 2004 | 16 | 10% |
| 2003 | 7 | 8% |
| 2002 | 3 | 3% |
| 2001 | 5 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1999 | 2 | 0% |
| 1997 | 3 | 2% |
| 1995 | 1 | 1% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2006 Ford F-350
51 complaintsSuspension
50 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Ford F-350
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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