Ford F-450 complaints by model year
119 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 24 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 2016 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2011 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| 1990 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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, 2011–2020. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford F-450 recalls (14)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one F-450 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V270000 | Apr 23, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2015 | 22.7% |
| 21V114000 | Feb 25, 2021 | Rear LED Lights Too Bright/FMVSS 108 | 2019 | — |
| 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 | 2015, 2017 | — |
| 19V398000 | May 29, 2019 | Back Up Camera Display Image may be Reversed | 2018, 2019 | 100% |
| 19V342000 | May 3, 2019 | Brake Light May Randomly Illuminate | 2017, 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% |
| 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 | — |
| 08V344000 | Jul 28, 2008 | BUMPER/HITCH | 2006, 2007, 2008 | — |
| 06V075000 | Mar 16, 2006 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | 2003, 2004, 2005 | — |
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-450 FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford F-450 had?
NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford F-450 model year from 1990 to 2020. 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-450 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 11 model years with settled counts, the 2020 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (24) and the 1990 the fewest (2). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford F-450 problems?
Across the 2011–2020 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, steering 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.