2019 Ford F-250 SD steering problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Aug 31, 2026KSOther / UnknownSteering

   I experienced a severe, violent, and uncontrollable front-end suspension and steering wheel oscillation—commonly known as the "Ford Super Duty Death Wobble." While traveling at highway speeds approximately 70mph, I came across a bridge expansion joint (nothing unusual) and immediately upon impacting the joint, the front axle began shaking so violently that it caused a sudden, near-total loss of steering control. The violent shaking made it nearly impossible to maintain a…

   NHTSA complaint #11761034 · source
2. Filed Aug 17, 2026FLElectrical SystemSteeringTransmission & Drivetrain

   I am filing a complaint against Capital Auto Mall Premier regarding the sale of a 2019 Ford F\-250 Lariat \(VIN [XXX]\) that I purchased on XXX. The vehicle was represented as being in good working condition at the time of sale. However, almost immediately after taking possession of the vehicle, I began discovering numerous mechanical, electrical, and safety\-related defects. Due to the number of concerns, I had the vehicle independently inspected shortly after purchase. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11757517 · source
3. Filed Jul 5, 2026GASteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires

   Experienced the oft reported death wobble while driving home from TN and had to limp my vehicle home while experiencing the constant, extreme and dangerous wobbling.

   NHTSA complaint #11748379 · source
4. Filed Jan 9, 2026127,000 miMSSteering

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while cleaning the steering wheel, the steering column became loose. No warning light was illuminated. An Independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11709912 · source
5. Filed Sep 24, 2025185,000 miNCSteering

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 65 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the vehicle experienced the death wobble, causing the vehicle to independently shift into either the left or right lane. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the result was unknown. The contact was informed that a steering dampener could be added to the control arms. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11689487 · source
6. Filed Aug 8, 2025NJSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires

   My f250 experiences what is known as death wobble when driving over 50mph and hitting bumps. It's been happening much more frequently as of late. Only way to stop it from wobbling is getting over to the shoulder and slow down to approximately 40-45.

   NHTSA complaint #11679392 · source
7. Filed Jul 11, 202575,000 miTNSteeringSuspension

   The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving between 4O - 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced the "Death Wobble", causing the front end of the vehicle to shake and vibrate abnormally. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 75,000. The VIN was unavailable.

   NHTSA complaint #11672828 · source
8. Filed Jun 22, 2025ALSteeringSuspension

   Pulling my camper with my 2019 Ford F250. As we began to go down a hill I tapped the brakes to just slow down. I was driving around 55 mph. After I tapped the brakes the front end began to shake. I guess this is known as the Death Wobble. It was extremely scary. Never have had anything like this before. If Ford knows about this why have they not done anything? Thanks

   NHTSA complaint #11668494 · source
9. Filed Jun 16, 2025TXFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSteeringSuspension

   Only had my truck for 6 months, my suspension is worn out causing a known issue known as death wobble. I was driving at 65mph with my family and extreme shaking occurred. Yes by a Ford dealership. Yes the truck and the area was inspected and confirmed to needing replaced parts. No warning lamps/lights appeared due to it being mechanical, I went to another shop after i already took it in to Ford, and they told me a missing component that may be the leading issue of it was…

   NHTSA complaint #11667282 · source
10. Filed Mar 16, 2025CASteeringSuspension

    My 2019 F250 Super Duty has severe shaking in the front end also known as the death wobble I read that Ford put out a release for any 2017 to 2019 under the customer satisfaction guarantee that my truck should be repaired but when I type in the VIN it does not say that I qualify for that repair even though I have the exact year and the exact problems associated with the recall can somebody explain to me why my truck is not covered for these fixes?

    NHTSA complaint #11648539 · source
11. Filed Mar 13, 202525,000 miSCCrash1 injuredTowedAirbagsSteering

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and after driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle experienced a "Death Wobble" causing the driver to lose control of the steering and crash into a garbage truck. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bag did not deploy. The driver sustained a head injury and later received medical treatment which revealed multiple strokes had occurred…

    NHTSA complaint #11648179 · source
12. Filed Mar 10, 202511,137 miIASteering

    The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH over a bumpy road surface, the front end of the vehicle and the steering wheel started shuddering violently, causing the vehicle to veer to the right into the slow lane independently. The contact swerved and was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact resumed driving at a slower speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering damper had failed, and…

    NHTSA complaint #11647342 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology