2023 Ford F-250 Super Duty: Bad bearings in the rear end
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2023 F-250 Super Duty report: bad bearings in the rear end. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 4,000 miles.
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints for the 2023 F-250 Super Duty in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11717225 (filed 02/11/2026): “I was on an overpass in the left hand lane doing 40-45mpg getting ready to make a left hand turn on an expressway on ramp. i coasted for just a bit and applied the brakes gently, then a little more. the truck was not slowing down like it should have so i appli…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11659164 (filed 05/06/2025): “When shifting into drive from reverse it will shift very hard into drive. this happens about 4 times a month and it is very forceful. suspension is very ruff. very different from other ford trucks i driven. rear suspension makes a noise going over bumps and di…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Differential/driveline noise diagnosis and gear work need a lift and specialty setup tools. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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