Table 1 shows one common equipment related problems of the 2024 Ford F-250.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems |
When google rolled out gemini and forced it as an interface with the android auto (sold as a feature by Ford) it was not ready. It is still not ready. As soon as I experienced the problem with the onscreen and voice navigation integration I looked for a solution. At the time that was a rollback to the older interface, google assistant. I was content to just use the older interface, but google has sent out a push notification informing everybody they are killing google assistant September 4th 2026. Gemini ai is still not ready. All you have to do is talk to it to find it often gives wrong results even when exact correct data is available in google's own database. The case that broke me was trying to drive to a business location I had never been to before. Its local and I am familiar with the road layout of the area, but enroute gemini ai kept trying to get me to go to a wrong location on a block where the street address can not exist. I have seen google maps be wrong before, and I have seen address look ups be wrong before. This was different. It was willfully wrong. Google maps and all other lookup tools where correct. Gemini ai was taking me to a wrong location, and even when told to double check the actual data from google maps, or the actual data from the company's own website it insisted on taking me to the wrong location. I tried a huge array of methods to get it unbroken down to letting it know when I arrived at the correct location, that it was wrong, and it needed to correct its process. It actively argued with me. This is a huge safety concern when your choices are to not use the navigation system at all, deal with a flakey ai that causes distracted driving, or pull over along a busy roadway and manually enter everything on your cell phone with your thumbs. It is dangerous to the point I have investigated alternatives, but gemini is making inroads into apple/carplay as well. It's a real problem.
The backup camera has a very elongated view so that what is seen on the screen is extremely stretched out and is almost unusable. I have owned many of these vehicles over the years and the cameras provided a good enough view that you could use it for backing up, as it should be. The current camera makes things behind you look very far away and things next to you look like you're going to hit them when you're actually several feet away (4'-6').
What happened: my 2024 Ford F-250 developed a coolant leak. The coolant lines run along the frame, and when I brought it to the dealership, they said the bent lines and leak were caused by “road debris” and refused warranty coverage. They claimed mud on the undercarriage meant I was off-roading. I only drive on normal gravel roads, and the truck had been parked for around three weeks before the leak appeared after a short drive around town. I did not hit anything. The placement of the coolant lines may make them vulnerable to minor debris in normal driving conditions. Dealer experience: I also experienced dismissive treatment by the service advisor. When I arrived and said my pickup was leaking antifreeze, the advisor said, “are you sure it’s not water?” the tone felt dismissive and made me feel like I wasn’t being taken seriously. Safety concern: a coolant line damaged under normal driving conditions could lead to overheating and engine failure without warning. If these lines are routed in a location easily struck by road debris, this could be a design vulnerability. Outcome: I left the dealer due to lack of confidence in their diagnosis and had the repair done elsewhere. The other shop documented the bent line and leak. I want this recorded in case other owners report similar issues.
This recall is not being fixed in a timely manner. Manufacturer recall number 24s66 NHTSA recall number 24v806.
My rear window blew out well it was parked and my baby was in the back in her car seat glass was all over her in her hair and got cuts on her legs.
I purchased my new 2024 Ford f250 on [xxx] with less than 30 miles on the odometer. It includes a 10-speed automatic transmission. I have noticed erratic up shifting and down shifting of the transmission. The problem started at approximately 700 miles on the vehicle. Additionally I have noticed that after initial starting the vehicle, when placed into drive or reverse, the transmission appears to slam into gear as noticed by a large jerk and loud sound. The vehicle continues to sound like there is a mismatch between the engine revving up and transmission lagging behind for some time, or as if the transmission is slipping gears. The new vehicle was taken into the dealership on 6/9/2025 at 7:00am and work was reportedly completed and vehicle ready for pickup on [xxx]. I was informed that the service technician performed a break-in procedure and that everything was okay. Within 30 minutes of picking up the vehicle the same problem started reoccurring. I called my service advisor (michael garcia) the follow day, [xxx] to report the same issue. I spoke with the service agent and was not able to get a loaner vehicle until 6/28/2025. At this point the vehicle has less that 3,000 miles on it. I dropped off the vehicle at 7:00 am on the 24th for repair. Today is the 7th of July, 2025, and I am still waiting for the dealership to give me the status. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
This truck handles terribly when towing our camper, specifically when other vehicles are passing us or there is wind. It sways something awful!.
Sunroof exploded for no apparent reason while driving down highway. There were no warnings or symptoms indicating that the glass was compromised prior to it exploding. Local Ford dealer said that there were no known issues reported with glass by the manufacturer.
The vehicle looses the display screen and or the camera screen while driving forward and reverse at times. It also freezes up and glitches which then makes the reverse camera not in real-time causing a minor accident. The screen sometimes turns black and sometimes blue. Secondly the trailer towing lights don't work properly and say that the trailer disconnected or not working properly. We tow or move many vessels at work and it is not the trailers. It is the truck. I am sure I saw a recall ref the trailer plug but now it shows that there are no open recalls or issues. Again that is another safety issue. I have a Ford bronco that had a reverse camera and display issue and it has a active recall on it. This f250 experiences the same issues. I don't know why it is not recalled.