Ford F-350 owners have reported 289 problems related to engine and engine cooling (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford F-350 based on all problems reported for the F-350.
1. Spark plug wire failures: oincident 1: on December 15, 2024, a spark plug wire failure on cylinder #1 caused a misfire and check engine light (code p0301), reducing engine power while towing a 10,000-pound trailer on I-90. Wendle Ford spokane repaired it under warranty. Oincident 2: on April 10, 2025, another failure on a different cylinder triggered a misfire and check engine light, requiring a $766 repair (invoice attached). These failures are a known defect in 2020–2022 super duty trucks, per owner forums and a 7. 3l motorhome technical service bulletin. Osafety risk: misfires reduce power and control, endangering occupants and other drivers, especially during heavy towing in winter conditions. 2. Front differential failure: oon April 5, 2025, the front differential failed, disabling 4x4 throughout the 2024–2025 winter. Discovered during a snowstorm on a rural job site, the loss of 4x4 compromised traction and stability, requiring a one-week repair. Osafety risk: loss of 4x4 in adverse conditions increases the risk of skidding or stranding, particularly for a heavy-duty truck used in construction.
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P207f dtc nox sensor issue.
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350. The contact stated the check engine warning would illuminate on cold starts and would remain illuminated while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the reductant heater and sender assembly on the 6. 7l diesel engine needed to be replaced. The mechanic related the failure to Ford customer satisfaction program number: 18m01(reductant heater and sender assembly repair). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that the VIN was not included, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
Engine shuts off upon acceleration on the onramp to a interstate highway causing the Ford f350sd, 6. 7l diesel to come to a stop in the outside lane of interstate i81. Engine shutdown happened again on a 2 lane highway while passing a slow farm tractor. The problem has been confirmed by harrisonburg Ford, harrisonburg, va. The high pressure fuel pump is causing metal to be distributed throughout fuel system. The complete contaminated fuel system is required to be replaced by a high pressure fuel pump kit, which the dealer ordered against the workorder for my truck. For over a month now, my truck is parked in the dealer storage and stating they are waiting on approval to start repair. Note I have Ford's extended warranty. I've read online that many other owners of 6. 7l diesel trucks are having the same problems. I my opinion, a recall is certainly justified for this issue.
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The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon inspecting the oil level, the dipstick had fractured in half. In addition, the contact stated that the dipstick was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.
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Unknown component that failed. Suspicion, the fuel system located at the back of the fire wall on drivers side. The fire started in that location and was extremely hot and fast moving. The truck was fully engulfed within 1. 5 minutes then burnt the attached 5th wheel trailer and contents. It was a total loss of 3 vehicles 2018 Ford f350, 2021 dutchman voltage 5th wheel trailer, and a 2013 polaris rzr side by side utv. All was reduced to rubble within 15 min. Our safety and lives were at risk, we had 30-45 seconds from smelling and seeing smoke to flames. We were traveling on interstate 15 at highway speeds and had to stop as safe as possible on the shoulder of the road. The vehicle has not been inspected as far as I know, the frame is all what is left. There were no warning lights and all gauges read normal,.
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The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle lost automotive power and stalled. During the failure, diesel fuel and oil spilled from the engine. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the strap that secured the fuel injectors had failed, causing the fuel injectors to eject from the engine. The contact was advised that the fuel injector straps, fuel injectors, and several fuel hoses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 40,000.
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The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the transmission shifted hard into gear, and the vehicle was shaking erratically. Additionally, the engine overheated. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle drove over a bump in the roadway and started losing motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. Despite the failure, the contact was able to drive at a reduced speed back to the residence. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the intercooler hose had cracked, causing the vehicle to lose motive power. The contact replaced the intercooler hoses and the map sensor. Upon investigation, the contact stated that the failure was a known issue. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired however, the contact stated that the turbo charger failed to operate as needed. The failure milage was approximately 120,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact had received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v894000 (engine), and the vehicle was taken to a dealer for the recall repair. The contact stated that recently upon plugging in an extension cord into the block heater, the plug started to melt. The contact discovered black plastic on his fingers because of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the recall. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated after a visual inspection of the engine compartment, he observed that the engine block heater core wire assembly was melted. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to safety recall 18s45. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that there was fluid leaking from the front axle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the axle seal and barrier failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 174,739.
The contact owns a 2024 Ford f 350 sd. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a faulty coolant temperature sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer; power Ford (1101 montaño rd ne, albuquerque, nm 87107); however, no cause for the failure was found. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the nhsta hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
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The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 24v957000 (fuel system, diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated, and the low fuel pressure message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to accelerate, there was a lag in motive power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the fuel filters had failed. The fuel filters were replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 120,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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Due to a recall, the vehicle computer was reprogrammed by local dealer, griffith Ford, in san marcos, texas. After the reprogramming, the engine and transmission starting to rev differently and could not shift gears smoothly as previous to the reprogramming. The transmission and engine does not synchronize correctly. The transmission tries to do more than 6 speeds when the transmission is a 6 speed transmission. Turbo is also not as smooth as previously. Possibly the new program used to reprogram the computer is either for newer vehicles with different engines and/or transmissions.
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At this point, nothing has happened. This is a fuel pump, bio-diesel issue that can cause a lack of power which is a safety risk. This recall has been active for 7 months with no remedy listed, but according to Ford motor company will require a software update? the remedy is replacing the fuel pump with a dcr valve. Waiting for the truck to breakdown and potentially leading to loss of life should not be acceptable. They know about the issue, they say no remedy, yet they are continuing to manufacture these vehicles. Are they manufacturing new vehicles with a known safety risk or did they fix the problem on newer model vehicles and just stonewalling current owners?.
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While driving truck caught fire left side of engine and in a few hundred yards of getting stopped burning fuel was pouring from left side in the area of secondary fuel filter.
The cp4 fuel pump sent metal shavings into the fuel injectors and the engine quit. No warning light came on at all. The entire fuel system had to be rebuilt. This happened in the middle of the night on [xxx] in shreveport la. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
[xxx] my 2019 Ford f350 extended cab 4x4 6. 7 diesel engine caught fire while I was driving on [xxx] I was pulling a small gooseneck horse trailer with 2 live horses inside. I was traveling at 60mph. No modifications to the truck, everything stock. A car pulled along side me pointing to the front of the truck yelling your on fire. Immediately got off on an exit ramp, the truck engine died and I lost all power . I tried to put it in park nothing happened. The truck and trailer started to roll backwards off an embankment. I got the emergency brake on. My wife and I exited the truck the whole front end was on fire 50 ft + flames . We got the horses out and away . According to parkhills mo. Fire dept truck burned to the ground in less than 15 minutes. They stated it was a fuel fed fire. All the fire crew and responding police officers stated it was a common occurrence for that model Ford to catch fire . This truck had 19,967 miles no modifications. No warnings ,no fuel smells . Nothing to indicate any problems. Truck went from running perfect to burned up in less than 15 minutes. Total loss of the truck along with all my personal belongings. We were lucky ourselves and our horses escaped. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the cylinder was not operating as needed, and there was engine damage. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer, summerville Ford (9700 dorchester rd, summerville, SC 29485); where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings in the fuel system in the high-pressure fuel pump. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. There was black smoke while driving and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the turbo charger, body mounts, and coolant pump were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 82,800.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the vehicle started to lose motive power while driving 70 mph. The "power reduced mode" message was displayed, and the contact activated the hazard lights and pulled over to the shoulder of the highway. The contact restarted the vehicle however, the failure persisted while driving back to the residence. After arriving to the residence, the contact used a code reader and retrieved a code for a fuel system leak. The contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The contact received a call from the dealer and was informed that there were metal shards from the fuel pump found in the fuel tank. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The vehicle remained with the dealer unrepaired. The failure mileage was approximately 164,000.
2023 f350 4x4 6. 7 powerstroke diesel and engine is knocking and seems to a spun bearing metal. Shaving all in my oil.
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The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350 sd. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that there was a misfire in cylinders #6 and #8. The dealer later determined that the misfire was in cylinders #6 and #7. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,000.
I have sent in a previous complaint as our truck would die in the middle of the road, due to the fuel pump. It is unacceptable that Ford has not resolved the recall issue in 9 months. Our truck is needed daily for our business. Please make Ford take action.
Engine is the 2. 7 ecoboost and is becoming louder and louder with many ticks and sounds whether you are driving or idling the vehicle at a stop light. Every morning the engine ticks and revs very high and emits huge billowing white smoke from the exhaust whether it’s warm or cold outside. Believe the engine is needing to be replaced in the upcoming recall from Ford for the exact engine.
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Engine had 77k miles on it and began knocking while towing a 5th wheel trailer. Took vehicle to diesel mechanic and was informed of rod bearing issues with the 6. 7 powerstroke diesel. The entire long block had to be replaced due to poor design issues which were corrected with he new long block. Vehicle was out of the warranty period despite only have 77k miles on the engine and all maintenance was up to date.
On highway for 2 hours, pulling 5th wheel trailer. Diesel particulate filter cleaning alert went on. Immediately truck lost power, a few other alerts flashed on the screen that couldn't read in time then alert that truck was being put in neutral which it did. Smoke coming out of engine compartment. Barely coasted to stop on side of freeway. Quickly turned from white smoke to brown. Barely enough time to get me, wife and dog out of the cab before flames coming out of engine. Engine and cab completely burned out.
Sudden loss of acceleration at highway speed. Engine sputtered and died as I coasted to a stop on a two lane bridge. Very dangerous location. Was able to restart engine. Ford dealer at next exit. Checked out and no codes thrown. Advised to keep driving until recurrence. Took to hometown Ford dealership and after three days reported no codes, no recurrence, and no problems detected. Advised to keep driving until recurrence.
Had engine light on in 2019 . Nox sensor replaced under my 4year extended warranty. Truck had 103,000 miles 2021 had engine light on, nox sensor fault, calibration of nox sensor preformed. Truck mileage 110,000 2024 engine light on. Nox sensor fault, nox sensor replaced, my cost $1058. 64 truck mileage 113,945 so in four years and only 10,000 miles , I have had to install two of the same location , nox sensors and one calibration. So in my vue, Ford has an issue , with these parts and warranty. I would appreciate , if you would get back to me on the issue sunrise Ford of north hollywood seems to be on my side technically the part in question has an issue,as do many other truck owners with same part.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, there was an abnormal clanking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine and turbo charger had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 87,000.
I've gotten about 15 to 20 on-screen messages that tell me my vehicle may not restart, my dash just dies in the middle of driving, my car will shut off by itself one started, my air conditioning will shut off automatically, I've got an issue with craftsmanship on my rear driver side door, and a plastic molding part just fell off my truck. I have taken pictures or videos as evidence where I could when it was safe to do so. It started in April but started documenting it in may after several repeat issues. I have more photos and video but can't upload them here due to size limitations.
Vehicle shut off while driving, just missed getting hit. Seeing recalls for the same issue with the fuel system and being rejected for them to admit and take accountability for the issue. As this is on recall for 2019 and up. Same issue cracked fuel system circulated through complete fuel system.
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We have a 2012 Ford f30 diesel and we are having issues with one of the exhaust gas temperature sensors (bank 1 sensor 3) which would have been covered under Ford's recall campaign# 15m02. However, since our vehicle is 11 years and 9 mo old, they are declining coverage as the campaign is limited to 11 years.
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When you drive this truck for extended periods of time the entire instrument cluster shuts off loosing blinkers lights and any indication of speed, among that if you're towing a trailer the trailer lights shut off, Ford has tried fixing it under warranty to no avail, now the truck is out of warranty and the issue is getting worse and they're not sure what's wrong. I also have videos of this issue.
I scan the truck misfire keep popping up I change four coil packs and all new sparkplugs and the same thing 4cyl misfire again and its paper sucking up thru tail pipe.
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