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-350 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 189 owner complaints about the 2020 Ford F-350 SD, most often about the power train. It is covered by 15 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 October 7, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ford F-350 SD has problems
189 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
54Power train2 crash/fire/injury
35Steering4 crash/fire/injury
34Fuel system, diesel
14Engine1 crash/fire/injury
13Fuel/propulsion system
12Structure
11Suspension
11Electrical system
7Back over prevention
3412 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 54 | 2 |
| Steering | 35 | 4 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 34 | 0 |
| Engine | 14 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 1 |
| Structure | 12 | 0 |
| Suspension | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 7 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 34 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2020 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 · 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
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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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 · 2024 Q1
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. Driveshaft separation may result in a loss of drive power, or unintended vehicle movement if the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied,…
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 · 2022 Q4
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
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?
60kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 28 power train complaints. 68% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 43% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
10under 30k miles19under 100k miles9100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2020 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
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3 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2020 Ford F-350 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-350 SD owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle lurched forward, and the brake pedal was depressed with more force for the vehicle to respond as intended. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the…
VEHICLE EXTENDED CRANKING WITHOUT STARTING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED, AND ONCE STARTED IT WAS LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE DRIVING AND ALMOST WAS IN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF THIS. SHEEHY FORD SEE ITS A RECALL AND SEE ITS EXACTLY WHAT THE RECALL IS STATING BUT REFUSING TO FIX IT AND WANT TO CHARGE ALMOST…
The transmission began malfunctioning by having hard shifting issues and losing power in some gears. An indicator on the dash lit up resembling a mechanics open-end wrench. Research online showed that the vehicle should not be driven and taken immediately to a mechanic or dealership. If driven…
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