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While traveling at approximately 40-45 mph, when I hit a bump or series of bumps the front end tends to 'jump' if I'm cornering or will bounce the front end that effects the steering of the truck. At highway speeds (70mph) going straight hit a couple bumps in the road and the trucks front end started violently bouncing to the point I had to slow way down to less than 10mph before it smoothed back out. This is a very scary thing to happen at those speeds. I could have easily lost control and caused a horrible accident.
Experienced a "death wobble" while traveling at 70 mph on I-96. Uncontrollable shaking & bouncing of the front wheels, carried through to steering wheel. Entire vehicle shook violently. Very hard to control the vehicle. Did not stop until pulled to the shoulder and came to a complete stop. Several video's of this phenomenon on youtube, including one from NHTSA showing this happening. Appropriately named.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-250. While driving 69 mph over a bump in the road, the vehicle exhibited the "death wobble" from the front suspension. The contact was unable to regain control until the speed was under 40 mph. The contact stated that the previous owner had the vehicle repaired at landmark Ford trucks, Inc (3401 E clear lake ave, springfield, il 62702, (217) 528-0770); however, the failure recurred. The contact took the vehicle back to landmark Ford trucks, Inc, but the mechanic was unable to properly diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: Cas-15627787. The approximate failure mileage was 10,100. Updated 10/2/18
At 36,000 miles 2017 F250 sd began to exhibit extreme loss of control with steering after traveling over uneven roadway. Road bumps caused violent shaking of the steering at speeds in excess of 35 mph. (death wobble). Dealer inspected and replaced track bar ball joint and non-functional steering damper...drove 300 miles and wobble is back again. Very unsafe condition as malfunctions occur in traffic, no recall or technical service bulletin issued by Ford at this time. Someone is going to lose their life.
I have a 2017 Ford F250 that has "death wobble" issues. It becomes uncontrollable if it hits rough pavement on the highway, usually at 70 mph. If the truck begins to shake it is uncontrollable. It is nearly impossible to steer. The only way to regain control is to slow to about 20 mph or stop completely. While decelerating it will get worse that at 70 mph for a short time, and then slowly stop shaking. I have been to the heller Ford dealership in el paso, they replaced a steering stabilizer. The truck now has a vibration in the front end, and feels like it is going to start the death wobble again. The service manager said it was because of worn tires. They have 9/32" of tread on the front. They are however damaged from the wobble, Ford will not replace the tires. The tears have about 7/32" and are not "cupped" like the front. The truck does this while in motion on all types of pavement usually 55-70mph
- Moweaqua, IL, USA
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Violent death wobble when hitting a bump at speeds over 50 mph. Vehicle becomes very unstable and shakes violently. Must reduce speed immediately to under 20 mph to regain control. Have taken to dealer and they cannot fix the problem. Investigating lemon law. Incredibley unsafe problem. Have seen numerous reports of this condition and still no fix/recall.
Death wobble occurred at around13K miles. It is triggered by hitting a bump at 45mph or faster. Whole front end shakes so badly your only option is to slam on the brakes and swerve onto the shoulder. Shaking goes away at 25mph. Dealership could not find a visible problem, but did experience the wobble. Mechanic was terrified. Ford hq told them to randomly change components until the problem was fixed. It did go away until now. Truck has 22K miles on it and the death wobble is back. Dealerships cant see anything wrong but wont drive truck long enough to hit the 'right' bump to trigger the wobble, so wont re-fix it. This is a catastrophic failure of the front end, and Ford claim not to know anything about it. Pa dealership told me they had heard about it being an issue, and other people on line are experiencing the same thing. I am terrified to drive over 35mph in case I hit the bump that triggers it. I have already had a truck and several cars swerve to avoid hitting me. This problem must be rectified, or someone will be injured. The vehicle has been well maintained and has no modifications. Wobble does not occur every time I hit a bump. It seems to be certain bumps that trigger it.
I purchased my 2017 Ford F 250 Super Duty 4X4 in September of 2017. I first noticed an issue with the suspension when hitting a bump in the road at 60 mph and almost lost control of the truck. Luckily I was able to slow down and regain control. I begin to do some research and learn of the death wobble that Ford is aware of, I will now take my vehicle in to have the suspension checked. Secondly, I have been having issue's with my sync3 system, bluetooth, climate control, easy entry and exit for the drivers seat and the apple car play feature. After taking my vehicle to the shop, I was told the sync3 system, a couple modules and the chassis harness was replaced to correct the issue's. I have taken my truck to Ford three time for the sync3 malfunction and was told not to use the bluetooth streaming with apple products, which doesn't make sense if it's suppose to work. I have contact Ford for a buy back and the answer of course was "no" I have to take it to the shop a few more times for the same repair and it has already been in the shop more for the sync3 issue than any other issue's. hopefully Ford figures out there issue's and offer greater customer support for a not so cheap vehicle.
On highway - the front-end and steering wheel began to wobble back and forth, uncontrollably and violently required breaking to around 20 mph before gaining control. It is described on both the internet and some dealers as "death wobble" this happened three times over a seven (7) hour drive from co to ok at speeds of 70, 65 and 60mph. Ford Motor Co refused to buy back the vehicle and refuses to admit there is an issue. I asked them to buy back the vehicle. They would not. I sold the vehicle back to the Ford dealer at a $13,000 loss. I will look forward to joining the class-action law suit when filed as it is a matter of time verses "if" one will be filed. No pictures... just google "Ford death wobble"
9800 miles and when hitting a bump at 60-65 it starts shaking violently and the steering wheel will jerk out of your hand. You have to slow down to 25-40 before it will stop. Did it 3 times in I-65 between bowling green and louisville ky. Wife will not drive or ride it anymore. In four lanes of traffic and raining trying to slow down and get to the side of the road to slow down is very dangerous
Death wobble.. when driving at speeds of 65 to 70 on highway if you hit any kind of bridge or bump in road the vehicle shakes violently like a wheel has fallen off.. you have to come down to 20mph or stop to regain control.. I have only 19000 miles on my truck and this has happened 4 times now.. this is going to kill some one needs fixed.. have had it to dealership 3 times on my way for 4 th today. I bought a new truck to feel safe and I am afraid to drive it now.
I have a 2017 F250 4X4. When driving at speeds of 45mph or faster the frontend will start to shake uncontrollable when I hit any kind of bump in the road. The vehicle has less than 14,000 miles on it. This a major safety concern.
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- Mechanicsville, VA, USA