2020 Ford F-250 SD fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

Related recalls

• Recall 26V158000Mar 17, 20269,839 vehicles
  FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021-2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

  Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.

• Recall 24V957000Dec 20, 2024295,449 vehicles
  FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.

  Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 2, 2026134,000 miTXTowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a no-start condition and was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. However, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); because there were not enough metal shavings found in the fuel system. The check engine warning light was…

   NHTSA complaint #11761676 · source
2. Filed Aug 27, 2026NYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   I was traveling down the highway at approximately 55mph when truck suddenly lost power. I was able to pull over and had the vehicle towed as truck would not start. It was later determined that the cp4 high pressure fuel pump grenaded causing complete fuel system replacement costing over $11,000 in repairs. Shards of aluminium was sent throughout the fuel system.

   NHTSA complaint #11760167 · source
3. Filed Aug 11, 2026103,000 miTXTowedEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, while driving 40 MPH approximately two months later, the vehicle was running rough and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with a high-pressure fuel pump failure, causing the fuel system to…

   NHTSA complaint #11756201 · source
4. Filed Jun 12, 202660,000 miFLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle had become inoperable due to a transmission failure. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11743767 · source
5. Filed May 14, 202630,000 miCAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated that he received NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The local dealer was contact who confirmed there were metal shaving in the fuel injectors. The vehilce was not repaired. The manufacture was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11737777 · source
6. Filed Mar 31, 2026NMEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Vehicle experienced loss of power while in travel down a mountain. After inspection by a mechanic, CP4 pump had a catastrophic failure sending metal shards throughout the fuel system. This was less than a month after Fords SAFETY RECALL 24S78 that failed to remedy the problem, but before recall Number26V158 was issued.

   NHTSA complaint #11728380 · source
7. Filed Mar 28, 2026NHFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   02/04/2026 69k miles. I brought my vehicle in because I got a check engine light on the dash and had loss of power. Was informed that my fuel pump had failed and sent metal shards through the whole fuel system. The damage was covered by the recall, which also included reprogramming of the tcm and pcm. Was then told that the reflash of those systems was a failure, and that the Ford Motor Company was working on a remedy. My dealership has since completed a full fuel system…

   NHTSA complaint #11727660 · source
8. Filed Mar 5, 2026164,000 miCATowedFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, while attempting to schedule an appointment, the contact was informed that the recall repair had been placed on hold. The contact stated that recently, while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and was towed to the same local dealer. There was no warning light…

   NHTSA complaint #11722208 · source
9. Filed Mar 2, 202695,000 miSCDriver Assistance & Safety TechFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 25V686000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds,…

   NHTSA complaint #11721446 · source
10. Filed Feb 18, 2026SCFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The fuel tank is leaking fuel from the top where hose connects, it is cracked where the hose barb is connected to the tank

    NHTSA complaint #11718728 · source
11. Filed Feb 11, 2026FLFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    My cp4 fuel pump failed on my 2020 ford f250 and died while towing my 7000lb trailer for my business and had to get towed to shop to find out the entire fuel system needs replaced and ford dealer has it and says because recall 24s78 for my vehicle is on pause that there is nothing they can do about it and I’m stuck without my truck which I need for my business and believe ford is responsible to replace the fuel system with no charge to me when the cp4 pump is such a common…

    NHTSA complaint #11717342 · source
12. Filed Feb 11, 2026GAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    NHTSA Complaint Text (Copy/Paste) Vehicle: 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6.7L Power Stroke Recall: 24S78 – Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update Complaint: Ford has issued Recall 24S78 for the high-pressure fuel pump defect on my 2020 F-250, but the company has not provided an actual remedy. The recall shows as open on my VIN, and Ford’s documentation says a PCM software update is the fix, but Ford released the software and then pulled it back within a week. My…

    NHTSA complaint #11717279 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology