repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Ford F-250 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1,166 owner complaints about the 2019 Ford F-250 SD, most often about the steering. It is covered by 11 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ford F-250 SD has problems
1,166 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
776Steering10 crash/fire/injury
678Suspension14 crash/fire/injury
87Wheels
46Power train
33Electrical system
33Fuel/propulsion system
28Back over prevention
22Engine
21Structure
10820 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 776 | 10 |
| Suspension | 678 | 14 |
| Wheels | 87 | 1 |
| Power train | 46 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 33 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 33 | 5 |
| Back over prevention | 28 | 0 |
| Engine | 22 | 4 |
| Structure | 21 | 2 |
| 20 other systems | 108 | 11 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2019 Ford F-250 SD recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Other: owners/service/other manual
Risk. Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2024 Q1
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Tires
Risk. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Seat belts: pretensioner
Risk. A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Tailgate: latch
Risk. Unintended tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Engine
Risk. A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Mileage at failure
When do steering problems start?
20kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 440 steering complaints. 99% were reported before 100,000 miles.
351under 30k miles434under 100k miles6100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other F-250 SD year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the F-250 SD median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Ford F-250 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- Power tailgate opens unintendedLed to recall 19V-864
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpen
- Power Tailgate Release SystemsNo recall
In owners' words
What F-250 SD owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I experienced a severe, violent, and uncontrollable front-end suspension and steering wheel oscillation—commonly known as the "Ford Super Duty Death Wobble." While traveling at highway speeds approximately 70mph, I came across a bridge expansion joint (nothing unusual) and immediately upon…
I am filing a complaint against Capital Auto Mall Premier regarding the sale of a 2019 Ford F\-250 Lariat \(VIN [XXX]\) that I purchased on XXX. The vehicle was represented as being in good working condition at the time of sale. However, almost immediately after taking possession of the vehicle, I…
Experienced the oft reported death wobble while driving home from TN and had to limp my vehicle home while experiencing the constant, extreme and dangerous wobbling.
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