Ford F-350 complaints by model year
2,999 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 91 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 76 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 2012 | 149 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 2011 | 136 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| 2009 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 | 131 | 7 | 9 | 8 |
| 2007 | 36 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 2006 | 145 | 11 | 4 | 3 |
| 2005 | 114 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| 2004 | 159 | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| 2003 | 90 | 11 | 8 | 2 |
| 2002 | 116 | 11 | 7 | 2 |
| 2001 | 160 | 21 | 11 | 5 |
| 2000 | 304 | 36 | 9 | 4 |
| 1999 | 413 | 46 | 9 | 12 |
| 1998 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1997 | 155 | 10 | 11 | 3 |
| 1996 | 130 | 9 | 15 | 3 |
| 1995 | 134 | 8 | 13 | 2 |
| 1994 | 95 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| 1993 | 101 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
| 1992 | 52 | 1 | 5 | 4 |
| 1991 | 31 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| 1990 | 39 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 1989 | 42 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| 1988 | 29 | 2 | 13 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 1986 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2004–2014. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | 28 | 51 | 8 | 47 | 14 | 50 | 66 | 30 | 46 |
| Suspension | 4 | 25 | 50 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 45 | 65 | 30 | 40 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 64 | 17 | 21 | 3 | 31 | 0 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Engine | 16 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 4 | 21 | 25 | 15 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 22 | 24 | 21 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 19 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 6 | 4 |
| Power train | 18 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford F-350 recalls (83)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one F-350 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V270000 | Apr 23, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2015 | 22.7% |
| 20V599000 | Sep 30, 2020 | Inner Rear Tires may Rub | 2020 | 100% |
| 20V576000 | Sep 23, 2020 | Front Axle may be Improperly Welded | 2019 | 86.1% |
| 19V688000 | Sep 30, 2019 | Premature Right Rear Axle Shaft Failure | 2019 | 86.7% |
| 19V633000 | Aug 28, 2019 | Reduced Seat Back Strength/FMVSS 202 & 207 | 2019, 2020 | 77.8% |
| 19V401000 | May 29, 2019 | Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed | 2018 | — |
| 18V894000 | Dec 18, 2018 | Block Heater Cable Splice Connector May Corrode | 2017, 2018, 2019 | 78.7% |
| 17V331000 | May 22, 2017 | Door may Unlatch in a Side Impact Collision | 2017 | 32.2% |
| 14V498000 | Aug 13, 2014 | PTO Pressure Switch Oil Leak may Result in Fire | 2009–2013 | 0% |
| 14V070000 | Feb 11, 2014 | Battery Equalizers or DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk | 2009 | 52.6% |
| 13V535000 | Oct 30, 2013 | Ambulance Engine Stall | 2011, 2012 | 87.7% |
| 13V380000 | Aug 23, 2013 | Insufficient Tailpipe Length | 2012 | — |
| 11V582000 | Dec 8, 2011 | TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER | 2012 | — |
| 11V352000 | Jul 13, 2011 | STEERING COLUMN MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH/FMVSS 108 | 2002–2007 | — |
| 11V128000 | Feb 24, 2011 | BODY CONTROL MODULE | 2011 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
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Ford F-350 FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford F-350 had?
NHTSA lists 83 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford F-350 model year from 1981 to 2014. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford F-350 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 1999 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (413) and the 2009 the fewest (28). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford F-350 problems?
Across the 2004–2014 model years, owners most often name the steering, suspension, engine and engine cooling in complaints filed with NHTSA.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.