repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
NewRisk. High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Ford F-250 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 272 owner complaints about the 2020 Ford F-250 SD, most often about the power train. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-957 the manufacturer reports only 28% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ford F-250 SD has problems
272 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
77Power train
47Steering2 crash/fire/injury
36Fuel system, diesel1 crash/fire/injury
30Engine
29Suspension
28Fuel/propulsion system
27Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
12Structure
9Back over prevention
5218 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 77 | 0 |
| Steering | 47 | 2 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 36 | 1 |
| Engine | 30 | 0 |
| Suspension | 29 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 28 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 27 | 1 |
| Structure | 12 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 9 | 0 |
| 18 other systems | 52 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2020 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 · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: column
Risk. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 · 2025 Q2
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
Risk. Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Debris lodged within the 'Park' mechanism may prevent the vehicle from achieving or holding 'Park,' increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and a crash.
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 · 2023 Q4
Visibility: windshield
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the windshield separates from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. An engine stall or requiring additional braking effort to stop the vehicle 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 power train problems start?
69kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 27 power train complaints. 74% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 39% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
6under 30k miles20under 100k miles7100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2020 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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- Caution
- Solid
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3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Ford F-250 SD, and the recalls they led to.
- Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter LeakOpen
- Power Tailgate Release SystemsNo recall
- Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 NoncomplianceLed to recall 26V-104
In owners' words
What F-250 SD owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Pulled into my driveway, put vehicle in park and vehicle rolled away. Dealer says transmission needs to be replaced. NHTSA bulletin 22s22 is a roll away risk for 2020 F-250 but my VIN is not included in this recall but I fear more vehicles were affected by this then what ford reported
The transmission can remain in 7 gear and not downshift when stopped. The only fix is putting it in park. The transmission also has intermittent rough gear changes and problems downshifting while stopping. Dealership updated the TCM which only made the issue worse. Ford stated that I should go to…
The transmission can remain in 7 gear and not downshift when stopped. The only fix is putting it in park. The transmission also has intermittent rough gear changes and problems downshifting while stopping. Dealership updated the TCM which only made the issue worse. Ford stated that I should go to…
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