2006 Ford F-350 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 145 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2006 Ford F-350, 2% of the 145 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 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.
“The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle independently swayed side to side without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the drive shaft, case shifter, transmission, lift pump, transfer case, left caliber, fuel line and rear shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 131,000. Ma 08/13/15 updated 09/01/2015 updated 10/14/2015”
NHTSA complaint #10730174, filed 2015-06, 131,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact drove over an uneven road surface and the front end of the vehicle began to shake vigorously. The vehicle would also shake abnormally when decelerating. The contact stated that in addition, the check engine warning light was illuminated, the vehicle would erratically shift, and the fuel tank was delaminating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics but the technicians were unable to determine the cause of the shaking. …”
NHTSA complaint #10439708, filed 2011-12, 80,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The vehicle would crank, but not start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the oil control module did not have enough pressure to start the motor. The dealer replaced the head gasket. The radio volume turned all the way up intermittently and was replaced. While driving between 5-10 MPH in tow haul mode, the transmission would not switch gears when making a left hand turn. The dealer updated the codes for the transmission; however, the failure continued. When the brakes were applied, there was a loss of steering. …”
NHTSA complaint #10218040, filed 2008-02, 12,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10018058Oct 7, 2005Diagnostic trouble code p2106, harsh drive engagements, transmission shudder - 5.4l 3v engine.
- 10018055Oct 7, 2005Malfunction indicator lamp, diagnostic trouble codes p0172, p0175, p2106, hesitation, surge, harsh drive engagements. To include 2005-2006 f-53.
- 10018070Sep 1, 2005Torqshift transmission - intermittent clunk when shifting from reverse gear or drive gear to park. Multiple vehicles. Ford oasis. To include 2006 ford f-53.
- 10014275Jan 1, 2005A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 7 | 8% |
| 2013 | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 | 9 | 6% |
| 2011 | 9 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 8% |
| 2006 | 3 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 4% |
| 2004 | 18 | 11% |
| 2003 | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 | 10 | 9% |
| 2001 | 17 | 11% |
| 2000 | 28 | 9% |
| 1999 | 64 | 16% |
| 1998 | 1 | 8% |
| 1997 | 21 | 14% |
| 1996 | 15 | 12% |
| 1995 | 14 | 10% |
| 1994 | 22 | 23% |
| 1993 | 15 | 15% |
| 1992 | 8 | 15% |
| 1991 | 3 | 10% |
| 1990 | 5 | 13% |
| 1989 | 2 | 5% |
| 1988 | 3 | 10% |
| 1987 | 1 | 13% |
| 1986 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2006 Ford F-350
51 complaintsSuspension
50 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsTires
6 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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