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Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. A speedometer that fails to display accurate vehicle speed can increase the risk of a crash.
2025 Ford F-350 SDProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 14 owner complaints about the 2025 Ford F-350 SD, most often about the power train. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-401 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Ford F-350 SD has problems
14 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Power train
4Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
2Engine
2Engine and engine cooling
2Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility/wiper
1Fuel system, diesel
1Service brakes
1Steering
22 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 2 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2025 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
Axle assembly: axle shaft
NewRisk. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users,…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Do not driveRisk. A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. A detached shifter will prevent the driver from shifting into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway and 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.
Best & worst years
2025 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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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What F-350 SD owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The driveshaft separated resulting in a loss of motive power while we were driving on the highway at around 65-70mph. We heard/felt vibrations, and a harsh noise then a loud popping noise right before/ during the failure. Then heard dragging as we came toward the guard rail. It caused a loss of…
After a few hundred mile trip we stopped at a gas station, put it in park but left the vehicle running. After about 5 minutes of idling put it in reverse and everything acted as normal. Shifted into drive and there was no power to the engine. Was able to get the truck moving before seeing that the…
After using manual mode and brakes to slow down I went back to automatic mode without coming to a stop. I was turning left and it felt like I had let off the gas completely but I was pressing harder and harder but my truck wouldn't do anything and the gas pedal did nothing. Then a second later it…
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