Ford F-350 problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 304 owner complaints and 8 recalls on file for the Ford F-350 (2005–2014). The 2012 F-350 has the most serious complaints, most often about steering.

Complaints
304
Recalls
8
Model years
10
Worst year
2012

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Ford F-350 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Ford F-350 years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2012 Ford F-350 — 81 complaints, 2 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Steering
  2. 2014 Ford F-350 — 62 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Steering
  3. 2011 Ford F-350 — 50 complaints, 1 crash, 2 fires; top problem: Steering
  4. 2013 Ford F-350 — 45 complaints; top problem: Suspension

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2010 (0 complaints).

Every Ford F-350 model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2014 F-350623120Steering
2013 F-350450001Suspension
2012 F-350812214Steering
2011 F-350501224Steering
2010 F-35000001—
2009 F-350110002Steering
2008 F-350191330Steering
2007 F-35070001Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2006 F-350161011Suspension
2005 F-350133221Suspension

Most common Ford F-350 problem areas (all years)

  • Steering
    163 complaints
  • Suspension
    153 complaints
  • Engine
    40 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    37 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    28 complaints
  • Electrical System
    14 complaints
  • Brakes
    12 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    9 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    8 complaints
  • Airbags
    7 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Ford F-350 received by NHTSA each month.

Ford F-350 recalls

  • Recall 14V498000Aug 13, 20143 vehiclesModel years 2009–2013

    Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

  • Recall 14V070000Feb 11, 201422 vehiclesModel years 2009

    Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 13V535000Oct 30, 20132,951 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.

  • Recall 13V380000Aug 23, 201337 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.

  • Recall 11V582000Dec 8, 201116,091 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: This will allow the operator to inadvertently shift the vehicle into gear without the brake pedal being depressed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury to a nearby pedestrian.

  • Recall 11V352000Jul 13, 201126,715 vehiclesModel years 2005–2007

    Risk: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V128000Feb 24, 20118,022 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which could result in a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 10V659000Dec 29, 201014,737 vehiclesModel years 2011

    Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which can result in an unattended vehicle fire.

Other Ford models

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. Methodology