2001 Ford F-450 SD problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
23 owner complaints analyzed
7 distinct recall campaigns
60,351 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2001 model year. Data snapshot: . 11 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Fuel System, Diesel is the most frequently named component, appearing in 5 of 23 complaints (21.7%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 6 | 26.1% |
| Fuel system concerns | 4 | 17.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 3 | 13.0% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 4.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 5 |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Fuel System, Diesel:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 |
Fuel System, Diesel: 5; Power Train:Clutch Assembly: 3; Tires: 3; Fuel System, Diesel:Storage:Tank Assembly: 2; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 2; Electrical System: 1; Electrical System:Wiring:Front Underhood: 1; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 2 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 2 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 3 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 2; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 3; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 1
75,000 to 99,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 12 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2010 | 4 |
2002: 11; 2003: 1; 2004: 3; 2005: 2; 2006: 1; 2008: 1; 2010: 4
Pattern summary
Fuel System, Diesel leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 6 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 4 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 3 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10050506 · 2004-01-15 (January 15, 2004)
THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT DISENGAGED, CAUSING THE CONSUMER TO DRIVE WITH THE SEAT BELT UNLOCKED. *AK THE SEAT BELT WAS REPAIRED THREE TIMES AND FAILED THREE TIMES(ONGOING PROBLEM), THE BRAKE PROBLEM WAS REPAIRED THREE TIMES AND FAILED THREE TIMES, THE FRONT/REAR BRAKES WOULD NOT DISENGAGE ON REPEATED OCCASIONS THE PROBLEM CONTINUED, THE FRONT AND REAR TIRES WOULD SHAKE AND OR VIBRATE WHICH WAS DUE TO A TIRE DEFECT PER DEALER. THERE WERE FLAT SPOTS ON THE TIRES. (THE TIRES WERE SOLD WITH THE VEHICLE) CONTINENTAL/GENERAL *SC
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10050506 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 8003634 · 2002-02-06 (February 6, 2002)
WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP VEHICLE AND THE BRAKE PEDAL FELL TO THE FLOORBOARD UNEXPECTEDLY. DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO BRING VEHICLE TO A STOP BEFORE TRUCK TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 75 YARDS AND REAR-ENDED A STOPPED CAR. DEALERSHIP HAS EXAMINED VEHICLE AND COULD NOT DETERMINE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL / INFORMATION / DOCUMENTATION.*AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 8003634 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10062419 · 2004-03-17 (March 17, 2004)
2001 FORD F-450 SUPER DUTY DIESEL 7.3L FUEL TANK LINER DELAMINATED FROM TANK WALLS TO CLOG UP FUEL LINES. *NM
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10062419 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10120800 · 2005-05-12 (May 12, 2005)
FAILURE IN LINING OF FUEL TANK IN F SERIES TRUCKS WITH DIESEL ENGINES. LINING FALLS APART SUCKING INTO FUEL SYSTEM CAUSING RAPID LOSS OF SPEED AND POWER. I HAVE BEEN HAVING THE FUEL TANK, AND ASSORTED FUEL COMPONENTS REPLACED 4 TIMES TOTAL THAT I AM AWARE OF. POSSIBLY MORE AS I AM ONLY RESPONSIBLE FOR 2 F SERIES TRUCKS. OTHER MGRS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MORE.
Owner-reported narrative. 120,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10120800 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10146078 · 2005-12-26 (December 26, 2005)
MY WIFE PUT OUR TRUCK IN GEAR AND IT TOOK OFF WITH HER. LUCKILY I HAD JUST MOVED FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. THE CLUTCH DID NOT RELEASE THE TRANSMISSION. I HAD TO REACH IN AND SHUT TRUCK OFF. *NM
Owner-reported narrative. 39,665 miles reported. Look up ODI 10146078 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10351211 · 2010-08-23 (August 23, 2010)
JAN 23, 2007-THE TRUCK WAS TAKEN TO THE SHOP DUE TO MISSING WHILE DRIVING AND STALLING OUT. DIAGNOSTICS WERE DONE, CHANGED THE FUEL FILTER AND REPLACE CAM SHAFT SENSOR. FEB. 12, 2007 - SAME ISSUES MISSING IN ENGINE AND STALLED OUT. TAKEN TO AUTO REPAIR SHOP . CLEANED ALL CABLES AND CHARGED BATTERIES. MARCH 2, 2007 - MISSING IN ENGINE AND STALLS OUT. DIAGNOSTICS TIME 60 OR 65 NO POWER . REPLACE AIR FILTER AND UNSTICK TURBO JULY 9, 2007- MISSING IN ENGINE AND STALLING OUT. TAKEN TO SHOP. DIAGNOSTICS DONE. REPLACED WIRE ASSEMBLY AND GAS…
Owner-reported narrative. 60,351 miles reported. Look up ODI 10351211 at NHTSA ↗