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-350 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 467 owner complaints about the 2019 Ford F-350 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 September 25, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ford F-350 SD has problems
467 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
266Steering5 crash/fire/injury
227Suspension4 crash/fire/injury
40Wheels
23Structure
20Back over prevention
18Engine
16Electrical system
14Fuel/propulsion system
13Power train
6418 other systems7 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 266 | 5 |
| Suspension | 227 | 4 |
| Wheels | 40 | 1 |
| Structure | 23 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 20 | 0 |
| Engine | 18 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 16 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 3 |
| Power train | 13 | 1 |
| 18 other systems | 64 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
11 recalls
2019 Ford F-350 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 145 steering complaints. 99% were reported before 100,000 miles.
118under 30k miles144under 100k miles1100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other F-350 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-350 SD median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Ford F-350 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-350 SD owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
A steering control module in my steering wheel failed which makes the lane keeping warning not operate correctly and the steering wheel not straight it's set at an angle to the right so when you're driving down the road you have to have it constantly turn to the right a little bit in order to go…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated that on three occasions while driving approximately 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started to wobble violently. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle decelerated below 30 MPH, the wobbling ceased. The…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 75 MPH, the vehicle started shaking violently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle; however, the contact found no fault with the vehicle. The local dealer…
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