Well sounds like some trouble for that particular truck for sure. The only problem that I have personally heard of was from a coworker who just dumped his due to transmission issues and poor fuel mpgs. I'm not sure how long the XD version will stay around. It's kinda a cross between a 1/2 ton and possibly a 3/4 ton but has very low payload. I really don't see it being better then some current 1/2 ton offerings with more payload. I thought someone bought one on this forum, maybe they can chime in on there experience. I have said it before about these new diesels with all the emissions, they can be so problematic and expensive to own. That's the main reason I'm avoiding ownership. Some guys have had zero emission issues while others get a fair share of them. I just love having no issues with the ole gas jobs, granted I'm not flying up the hills at 75 mph, but have zero issues climbing and getting there when I want to.