2001 Ford Super Duty F Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 6, 2014 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Super Duty F Series years
Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Super Duty F Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 31,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~31,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~31,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~94,000 mi
Seat Belts1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine133%31,000——
Fuel/propulsion System133%31,000——
Power Train133%94,000——
Seat Belts133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2012, with 1 complaints
2012: 1201212013: 1201312014: 120141

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Ford Super Duty F Series recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Front seat belt buckle assembly (EA05004) — opened Feb 17, 2005, closed Jul 6, 2005.
  • Front seat belt buckle assembly (RQ04011) — opened Oct 22, 2004, closed Feb 17, 2005.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Driving home in the rain, the engine began to lurch and run roughly. Limped home from 200 miles away. Found air filter full of water and fiber material soaked and dripping water. Air intake is at the bottom of filter - encouraging engine to suck water in when driving in the rain. Disastrous design…

Engine · received Apr 6, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10577762

Backing the vehicle into the shop when the pin on the clutch pedal failed and the pedal went to the floor. Had to think fast to shut off the truck to stop the truck. Very dangerous situation. Thankfully no one was behind the truck at the time. *tr

Power Train · received Sep 17, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10544073

While driving the seat belts in front driver and passenger will unlatch while driving. Took to ford dealership in san angelo, tx and their response was that it had been inspected and no problems were found in the past. Now both seat buckles are faulty and warranty/recall repair was denied…

Seat Belts · received Sep 14, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10475397

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series?

Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Ford Super Duty F Series a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Super Duty F Series model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.