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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FT7W2BT1BED12317 · Checked Sep 28, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 21

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1FT7W2BT1BE•••••• 2011 Ford F-250 SD

This build draws 8.2× more complaints than the average 2011 Ford F-250 SD build (21 vs 3).

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100on the model
39builds in total
Most reported Steering 14 Suspension 11 Power Train 3 Wheels 2

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Structure Mar 2022
The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while making a turn in either direction, there was an abnormal crunching sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the sound was caused by a…
Suspension Apr 2021
The problem with this vehicle is Death Wobble from the front suspension of the truck. Over the years it has done this and is quite dangerous when at highway speed, because when it happens, you will have to slow to 30 MPH to regain control of the the truck. I have had this issue…
Steering Mar 2021
Traveling on interstate onramp getting up to speed and at approximately 50 mph hit a small bump and front end started to shake violently to the point I had to slow to 30 mph for it to stop almost causing accident. Accelerated up to 75 mph again with no issue. Approximately 3…
Fuel/propulsion System Oct 2020
Fuel filter exploded contaminating fuel system
Electrical System Jan 2015
Truck shut down automatically and would not re-start due to emission sensors per the dealership
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FT7W2BT1BED12317 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.