The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the engine did not start. After several attempts, the engine started. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000. Updated 08/02/16 updated 08/09/16.

- Marrero, LA, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the vehicle was started and while accelerating, blue smoke was seen coming from the vehicle and the tachometer indicated that the vehicle had not responded. There was a loud roar from the engine that would become progressively louder as the accelerator was depressed. The contact was able to accelerate after several minutes however, the vehicle did not exhibit enough power to accelerate uphill. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was advised that the head gaskets, turbo and two fuel injectors would need replacing. In addition, the egr would need to be bypassed with a kit in order to correct the engine failure. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but offered little assistance. The failure and the current mileages were 227,000. Updated 7/16/12 the consumer stated the problem was with the egr valve, which clogged the exhaust and turbo filters, which cause carbon build-up. Updated 07/24/12

- Shell Lake, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Ford F350. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the vehicle lost power and released smoke. The vehicle was towed to dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure at the engine exhaust egr valve. The manufacturer denied assistance with the repair. The egr valve was replaced. The failure mileage was 113,048 and the current mileage was 114,232. Updated 02/03/12 updated 02/08/12

- Colviille , WA, USA