2001 Ford F-350 SD engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 41 complaints for the 2001 Ford F-350 SD, 22% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 41 22% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 80,000 miles 40 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 8
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 10 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 7 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 9 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 4 |
What the data shows
Of the 40 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 80,000 miles, and 32% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 8 fires.
What owners wrote
Consumer complained about an engine block heater problem. The block heater cord caught on fire, burning the entire engine department. Also, it caught the fifth wheel trailer which the truck was parked underneath.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled at various speeds without warning. The vehicle restarted and was taken to the dealership who was unable to duplicate the problem.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Ford F-350 SD
- Tires 34 complaints
- Transmission 23 complaints
- Electrical system 20 complaints